They are not recommended during pregnancy, yet serious depression is also risky for the pregnancy. I’m wondering if it was necessary for anyone out there and if so did you have any problems/side effects for you or the baby? I am 5 months and NOT taking anything. I have no history of serious depression, but this pregnancy has triggered some – I’ve been in a bad way for over 2 months but am struggling my way through.
FYI, I have discussed w/my doctors. They say basically, and I agree, it’s best not to take anything, UNLESS I become so depressed where it becomes dangerous. It’s very difficult but I take it day to day.
To the person who said it would be greedy to take drugs during pregnancy, it’s obvious you have no experience w/pregnancy & depression. Doctors do not put you on antidepressants unless it’s a grave situation. Is it healthy for a mother to be suicidal, unable to eat, etc? (I’m not that way, but I know there are cases like this). If the choice is medication or psychological trauma and danger of losing life, I would hope you’d take the small risk. I only wanted to hear from anyone who has actually taken them, please.

What is Post-Partum Depression?   How to help it.
Some women, less than one half of one percent, may also suffer from the more serious post partum depression psychosis, which is so severe it includes:

• Trouble sleeping or sleeping excessively,

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There are a number of reasons that couples have infertility problems and it can be caused by the man, woman, or even both equally. The good news is most of these problems can be pinpointed and a lot of times, fixed. For some, infertility is caused by more complicated or serious problems; however, many couples struggling with infertility need to first recognize some of the minor issues that could be keeping them from getting pregnant. Then, decide the best way they should go about solving these issues. Some of these minor issues include using a lubricant that affects the survival of the sperm, not having sex enough, excessive use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco, and stress in either the man or the woman. 

Most of the above problems can be resolved very easily. For example, discontinue using the lubricant or watch the amount of alcohol or tobacco that is consumed. Stress can be alleviated by exercise, techniques of relaxation or even by having intercourse more often. Sometimes certain positions can also affect the likelihood of becoming pregnant. Other effects can sometimes inhibit a couple from getting pregnant and they need a bit more help achieving this goal. There are many ways to do this as well.

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