I am 9 weeks pregnant and i feel so depressed, nothing makes me happy, help?
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Pregnancy can do to that to you, expecialy if you alredy have depression problems in the past. Talk to your doctor and tell him how you are feeling. There are some anti-depressants out there that are safe to take during pregnancy. I had to take them when I was pregnant with my daughter. And she turned out healthy as could be.
look at photo albums or go see a movie
its hard going through all the changes just stay positive and stay active. and make sure you use your family and friends to talk to right now, trust me you will need them but good luck. stay healthy and God bless.
http://www.wellmother.com/pregnancy.htm.
http://www.webmd.com/content/article/51/.
try them to sights to help you also seek medical advice from your GP or Midwife
Goodluck!
my son is 4 years old now.when my ex was pregnant,she got into that depressed stage. together we figured out ways around that, for one,think about what the baby is gonna look like, for 2, get out! go shopping,looking around,just free your mind, i have more ways if ya need it
Well this is a first, do something u love to do, think a bout something funny, walk in the park, go to the mall.window shop.
talk to someone.your husband..
Chances are, it's hormones. (not to mention the stress that comes with a major life changing event such as this!) Make sure you have a healthy diet, and see an O.B. regularly. This will eventually pass.
Try finding things that you enjoy doing. Spend time with friends and family who encourage and support you.
Good luck and congrats!
:)
Have a look at pregnancy websites, some of them can show you what your baby will look like every day. It's fascinating.
Or go shopping.
you and your partner have successfully created a small, yet unique little human being, who lives inside your lovely warm body, and you can't feel happy...if you are suffering with a bout of depression go to your doctor and tell him how you are feeling, it is quite common to have lows when pregnant i had a few, but just think of the end result...happy thoughts hun...
Are you depressed about being pregnant? Its normal to feel down one minute and up the next, don't forget, your hormones are all over the place and even if the pregnancy was planned, its still really scary...
Talk to your Doctor, there are medications that are safe for the unborn child and will beneift you as well..if that is not an option there are things you can do.meditate, keep yourself calm, avoid stress,make a graditude list.what's in your life? How have you been blessed? Think That one cell is growing quickly, miraculously, within you.what a beautiful gift God has given you!
Pregnancy can be difficult and confusing. First, be sure to tell your doctor what you're feeling. Most importantly, remember that your overall health is important when carrying a child, which includes your mental & emotional well being.
My best advice other than that would be to spend as much time as possible with friends. When I feel like nothing can make me happy, my girlfriends can always cheer me up. Grab a season of "Sex & the City" and have a couple of friends over to eat munchies and gossip.
In the end, it's all worth it. The emotional roller coaster (also known as pregnancy) will be a far fetched memory once your beautiful child comes into your life. =)
Could it be that you just not feeling well? Maybe its a different sort of morning sickness that is making you feel "blah". There are alot of changes going on in your body and the sad feeling may be just how your brain is responding right now and it may go away very soon!
Talk to your doctor, perhaps a different prenatal vitamin would help-- I know I always thought the extra iron in the prenatal vitamins made me feel yucky.
good luck!
Firstly, i would ask, are you truly happy having this baby? If not you need to look into that.
Secondly, see a doctor, you may feel like they may not understand.. but its their job too, and they are human too( mostly)
try and talk to people you trust, family, best mates, people who you think would listen, and not talk down to you.
Other than that. take every oppurtunity to smile and laugh. Enjoy life to the max while you can.
Take care of yourself, and try to remember, life doesn't STOP when you have your baby, it just goes at someone else pace!
Good luck Hun.
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You will experience this for a while, how long differs from person to person. It's all the hormonal changes in your body that are causing the depression that you are and will experience. I had the same problem and I though that it would never go away and nothing was helping get rid of it. Just keep yourself busy, look at websites like babycenter.com and look at what you have to look forward to in your pregnancy. If it gets too bad you might have to talk to your doctor about being put on some medication. Pregnancy takes a tole on some women and they just can't handle it. I hope that you find some way of getting through this. Good luck and congrats on your new pregnancy!
if you have a chronic problem with depression there are some meds that you can still take while you're pregnant - talk with your doc
hormones can kick your BUTT! I spent a whole day on the couch just sobbing - I knew I would never be able to get out of the puddle of tears I had made for myself!!
I just found an interesting article - passing it along
Pregnancy is supposed to be one of the happiest times of a woman's life, but for many women this is a time of confusion, fear, sadness, stress and even depression. About 10-20% of women will struggle with some symptoms of depression during pregnancy, and a quarter to half of these will suffer from major depression.
Depression is a mood disorder that affects 1 in 4 women at some point during their lifetime, so it should be no surprise that this illness would also touch women who are pregnant. But all too often, depression is not diagnosed properly during pregnancy because people think it is just another type of hormonal imbalance; this assumption can be dangerous for the mother and the unborn baby.
Depression is an illness that can be treated and managed during pregnancy, but the first step of seeking out help and support is the most important.
What is depression during pregnancy?
Depression during pregnancy, or antepartum depression, is a mood disorder just like clinical depression. Mood disorders are biological illnesses that involve changes in brain chemistry. During pregnancy hormone changes can affect brain chemicals, which is directly related to depression and anxiety. These can be exacerbated by difficult life situations, which can result in depression during pregnancy.
What are the signs of depression during pregnancy?
Women with depression usually experience some of the following symptoms for 2 weeks or more:
* Persistent sadness
* Difficulty concentrating
* Sleeping too little or too much
* Loss of interest in activities that you usually enjoy
* Recurring thoughts of death, suicide or hopelessness
* Anxiety
* Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
* Change in eating habits
What are possible triggers of depression during pregnancy?
* Relationship problems
* Family or personal history of depression
* Fertility treatments
* Previous pregnancy loss
* Stressful life events
* Complications in pregnancy
* History of abuse or trauma
Can depression during pregnancy cause harm to my baby?
Depression that is not treated can have potential dangerous risks to the mother and baby. Untreated depression can lead to poor nutrition, drinking, smoking, and suicidal behavior, which can then cause premature birth, low birth weight, and developmental problems. A woman who is depressed often does not have the strength or desire to adequately care for herself or her developing baby, which is why problems arise.
What is the treatment for depression during pregnancy?
If you feel you may be struggling with depression, the most important thing is to seek help. Talk with your health care provider about your symptoms and struggles. Your health care provider wants the healthiest choice for you and your baby and may discuss options with you for treatment. Treatment options for women who are pregnant can include:
* Support groups
* Private psychotherapy
* Medication
* Light Therapy
If your symptoms are severe, your health care provider may want to prescribe medication immediately. There are medications that have been used during pregnancy without adverse affects. Discuss with your health care provider what they feel is safest for your baby, but still beneficial to you.
If you do not feel comfortable talking with your health care provider about your feelings of depression, find someone else to talk with. The most important thing is that someone knows what you are dealing with and can try to help you. Never try to face depression alone. Your baby needs you to seek help and get treatment.
Hi Julie. Before I put on the red nose and funny shoes and try to make you laugh, let me just say that what you are feeling is very natural and that it will go away. You are feeling a little overwhelmed right now and that's understandable. But please don't let yourself get carried away with worry. It really is going to be fine and you are going to be a great mother. What you need is as much TLC for yourself as you can get. You need to be around supportive people who care for you and will be there when you need them. You need to do a lot of little things that make you feel good and give you pleasure. And you need to have your questions and needs met by people who know what they are doing. Sure, you are feeling blue, and you need to recognize that and not try to pretend it isn't true. But also remember that the joy within you in real too. Go find some of that by taking care of yourself and enjoying some special moments and I think you will be just fine. I believe in you! And I am one of the most stunning women on the planet!
JUST ACCEPT THE SITUATION,IF EITHER YOU DID IT BY MISTAKE OR BY INTENTION.ITS YOUR RESPONSIBITY AS WOMAN AND, EVERY WOMAN GOES THROUGH THAT STAGE IN LIFE.
My nutrionalist told me that depression before and after pregnancy can come about from lack of zinc. Before the birth the placenta takes every speck of it and after the birth (and delivering the placenta) it is all gone. My baby is 3 months now and i took lots by eating the right foods and I took supplements - but I was doing it for the baby's health . Other things that helped me was keeping myself busy and spending as little time alone as possible. At times i was unavoidably alone I focused on finishing or doing those things I kept meaning to do and never got around to. You do need more food and more sleep when your pregnant and lack of food or sleep even if you are not preggers contributes to depression - so make sure you get those. At times pregnancy was tiring and emotional but now I can say it is totally worth it a hundred times over.
Your body is going through many changes just look at some sites about how much your wonderful baby is growing inside of you. Try going out and celebrating. You should be very happy because you are able to carry a child because there are lots of women who are not able to experience the wonderful feeling. Look at pictures of when you were a child. Think about all of the great things you will get to do with your baby. God has blessed you and you should be full of joy.
You have some options. Try to get some help. OR Accept that now that you are pregnant and it's so early it's just going to go downhill from now and after the baby it won't be any easier OR Get an abortion and wait a few months for your hormones to get back to normal and enjoy your life.
hi congrats on your pregnancy sorry you feeling depressed but in the early states of pregnancy your body goes through a lot of changes, hence the reason you feel that way try to think positive the first 4months i found was the worst after that you should feel a lot better, as the morning sickness would have gone,to take your mind off things do the things that make you feel good about yourself.. good luck
The first thing that you need to find out for yourself is what is causing you to feel depressed? Did you not want to get pregnant and/or have a baby at this time? Are you having regrets? Are you concern about your weight? Are you feeling insecure about your relationship? Are you married and if not, do you wish to be married before having this baby and having it out of wedlock? Are you not financially ready and feel scared of how you are going to support this child? Are you still living with your parents and do not have your own place and wish that you did? There are so many things that could be going through your head right now that you self consciously are not aware that may be bothering you., but may have solutions as you are still early in your pregnancy and have time to start working on accomplishing the things that you feel need to be resolved. Another thing is that you should not let yourself go, physically.. Make sure that you always have your hair, nails, toes, done and dress sexy.. Many women tend to let themselves go because they feel "fat" and pregnancy is something beautiful that you should enjoy and be a beautiful "mother to be" - - also, exercise keep yourself active, because that helps you emotionally.. Figure out what is not making you happy and make a change. Good Luck.
just cry .you will feel better
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