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Originally Posted by ray of sunshine
LabrythineHeart,
I too have suffered from depression since before my son was born. I went to a psychiatrist who recommended an antidepressant. I breast fed for 6 months then took the antidepressant and went to therapy. Fast forward 20 yrs., my son is now in college 
I know what you mean about not having the energy to pretend enough to have someone to socialize with. Through the years I have found people that I can be myself with. I've had some physical health issues this year and find myself feeling depressed again so back on an antidepressant for about a week and a half now. I'm hopeful that I'll feel better soon. Do you have anyone to help you. Sounds like you have a lot of responsibility? |
I'm trying to quit breastfeeding but weaning is harder than I expected. It's encouraging to know that you can successfully raise a child even with mental illness though. I worry because my son's father is rather useless so I feel like I have to be both parents.