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May 26, 2011, 10:11 PM
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I am almost 24 weeks pregnant. I went off all my meds when I found out I was pregnant- I was on anti-depressants, anti anxiety, sleeping pill, and another one to help prevent nightmares.
I have been anti-medication while pregnant, since day one. I have felt like if I could just make it through the short period of time I was pregnant, I'd go back on the meds afterwards. No big deal right? I've done ok throughout the pregnancy so far, even while fighting many stressors- my mom was diagnosed with lung cancer, for one. But lately I've hit a wall, and I decided it's time for help. In my chart with my psychiatrist, there is a plan in place for this such situation. It says that my doctor has approved it for me to call in and get a prescription for a milder anti depressant (supposed to be safe during pregnancy), and then I'm supposed to make an appointment to see her within 2 weeks. Well the appointment was made, but it's not until June 6th. In the meantime, the nurses are supposed to be returning my call and getting me the prescription. I called LAST FRIDAY at 8am and still have not heard anything!! Is this not ridiculous??? My therapist and another practictioner I work with have both made calls and requests on my behalf trying to get some sort of response. Meanwhile, my depression gets worse. 
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May 28, 2011, 05:40 PM
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I am sorry you're not getting prompt care. That's so scary, especially when you have a plan in place and suddenly need it to happen. Can you turn to your friends in this difficult time? At worst you can go to the ER if it gets really bad, but maybe you can hang on until the plan works by hanging out with friends etc until then.
Congratulations, truly congratulations on making it through 24 weeks!!! that's a huge accomplishment, and I respect you deeply for that. *hugs* and take care
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May 29, 2011, 11:17 PM
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Just wanted to let you know my sister did have to go back on antipsychotics while she was pregnant with both her daughters. She did have healthy babies who have gone on to become lovely young adults. My best wishes to you and your baby!
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May 29, 2011, 11:41 PM
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I had severe depression with my second pregnancy - unmedicated. I was very concerned with what my untreated depression would do to my child, he is okay and now a very rambunctious 11-year old. Try to ease your worries a bit, maybe some relaxation or meditation type thing will help. It is absolutely wrong that they are not following your doctors instructions - go to the ER if you need to, they should be able to access your chart and give you enough medication to last until your appointment. In the meantime, take care of YOU!
Also - good job in seeking help when you knew you needed it! It's terrible that the office staff is not supporting you!
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May 30, 2011, 01:31 AM
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I took 4 Prozac a day during my pregnancy with my second child and I wouldn't hesitate to be medicated during pregnancy if - god forbid - it happened again.
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May 30, 2011, 11:14 AM
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I went thru the same thing when I was pregnant 18 years ago. Unfortunately, back then there was nothing they could do, cause they weren't sure if any anti-depressant was safe. Hang in there, trust me, it'll be worth it, I would go thru it all again to have my beautiful, awesome daughter!
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May 30, 2011, 07:28 PM
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I've reached the point where I want to be on something. There is an order in my chart for it. But the nurse won't call me back and get me the prescription so really... nothing I can do.
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May 31, 2011, 11:33 PM
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Just checking in on you, to see if you got some meds today. Tough to have problems on a holiday weekend--but, where were they all last week? EEEEKKKKK!!!! Hope things are OK now.
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Jun 01, 2011, 10:41 AM
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Jun 01, 2011, 08:47 PM
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Glad this is getting sorted out, wishing you lots of luck in this process
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