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Posted: 31 August 2006 at 8:32am | IP Logged

I have been feeling really low over the past week, more so than when I first went on them. I know its only been 2 weeks but I thought I'd notice some difference by now. I'm seeing my gp today and I'm not sure whether they'll increase or change them yet but I cant carry on like this.

I am over emotional, cry at the drop of a hat, ultra snappy (esspecially with dp), no sex drive AT ALL (I actually cant remember when we last had sex!).

DP has been really supportive but I can see that its getting to him. My parents are back from holiday now and dont know I'm depressed again and I dont want them too but I'm afraid it will be obvious. I have to make such an effort to look presentable in the mornings, I cant be bothered to look nice or take any care in my appearance.

I'm currently taking sertraline as I am prone to anxiety attacks when I'm depressed but I dont know if they will work. I just want to feel myself again. DP is going to Russia next week and I am dreading it, I have been coping well recently when he goes away but before I had Eddie I had an anxiety attack when he was away and ended up in a right mess. I cant risk getting like that now I have my precious boy to care for.

Posted: 31 August 2006 at 9:54am | IP Logged

Im feeling the same to at the moment Madz.  I seemed to get a little better on my anti d's but that was only for about a week.  I have been on mine for about 3 months now and seem to feel the same way i used to.  Crap.  I have my next appointment next week so will have a good chat with my GP.

Love Trudi.  xx

Posted: 31 August 2006 at 10:38am | IP Logged

Madz I don't really know what to say but I just wanted to say that I hope the Dr can come up with a better solution today.  I used to get depressed before I had Cerys however, since having Cerys I've not felt low at all so that was obviously what solved my problem which I way I really don't know what to suggest. I have only been on anti D's once so I can understand how horrible it is to feel so low.

Let us know how you get on and I'm sure someone will have some better advice than I have, but just wanted to wish you all good luck at the Dr's today.

Posted: 31 August 2006 at 11:28am | IP Logged

Madz, like Jecko has said when ever I've taken Anti d's, I've been told that they can take 4-6 weeks to start to work. I know thats not much help and I know how disappointing it is.

There are herbal remedies that you can take with anti d's to help with anxiety - for example bach's rescue remedy. Its worth popping into a boots and having a chat with the pharmacist there as they do their own homeopathic range.

I hope that the GP is helpful. Take care

Posted: 31 August 2006 at 11:47am | IP Logged

Hi Madz...Sorry to hear that you are feeling low. I have never been on anti D's so I don't have any advice to give.

I am just wondering are you feeling low because you are in pain most of the time ? I know I would be.

Also a baby is a full time job. I find having no time what so ever for myself gets me down.

I hope that your Gp can shed some light and give you the help you need.

Remember that you are not alone and we are all here foe ecah other.

 chin up hun

Posted: 31 August 2006 at 5:27pm | IP Logged

madz when i was anti d the doc told me it can take up to 6wks for them to get to work.  I hope they start working for you soon as its awful when you feel the way you do.  Just hang in there are remember your not alone xxx

Posted: 31 August 2006 at 7:30pm | IP Logged

Madz, I have never taken anti d's so I am unable to advise on this, but as the girls say I do think it just takes time. I know thats not easy when your feeling like this. maybe having your parents back home, and the wedding to look forward to will all help lift your spirits.

Did the home start group get back to you? has your HV arranged anything with support yet?

Thinking of you babe, sending huge cyber huggles! Hope all goes well with your GP, mwah xxxxx