I have a history of anxiety and depression and now I’m thinking of getting back on some meds. I had waited through my pregnancy because I didn’t want a chance of harming the baby but now I want to get back on them and I’m not sure which one I should try. I was on Prozac 20 mg previous to being pregnant and it was helping my depression but not really my anxiety, and I have been on Zoloft in the past and couldn’t stand it because of the side effects. Now I’m breastfeeding, so I need to find out which anti-anxiety/anti-depressant is the safest to take. I also keep looking up on google what harm do they do on the baby, and all of them say “discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor” but what bothers me is none of them actually tell me the risks. I know the benefits, but what are the risks exactly?

I have battled with depression for several years now. I was previously on remeron prior to pregnancy and immediately stopped upon learning of my pregnancy. I am now 25 weeks. I have struggled with my depression every day, every moment, of this pregnancy. I think I have reached a breaking point. I do not get out of bed unless I have to and I am constantly sad (more like devastated). My depression has NEVER been this bad! I am seriously considering talking to my OB about taking anti-depressants. The only thing is that I am terrified of the risks to the baby. I would not forgive myself if I was not able to “tough it out” and the meds had some effect on the baby. I would like to know any of your personal experiences of pregnancy and anti-depressants and how your children were affected. What are considered the lowest risk anti-depressants during pregnancy? I would like as much information as I can before I speak to my doctor.
If you don’t know then please don’t answer. Telling me to ask my doctor does not answer the question I asked. I am going to ask my doctor. I am seeking some background knowledge to assist in making my decision.