Scared to become pregnant
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- Joined: Mon Nov 10, 2008 4:25 pm
Hi everyone! I just started the program the end of October and I am trying to think more positively and relax and it does seem to be working a bit so far. One of my deep concerns of the future is becoming pregnant and having this anxiety disorder. I have been taking a very low mg of xanax for the past 6 months and want to get off it. I also want to quit smoking before I get pregnant. But, if my anxiety is bad while pregnant will this effect my child or pregnancy? Was this a concern for anyone else?
I have a young child and I was not prepared emotionally for the hormonal changes and body symptoms that women experience during pregnancy. I had a really rough pregnancy and I wish I was open to anti depressants then, they might have helped. I actually have sworn off having another pregnancy for fear of recurring postpardom depression. I'm sorry if that sounds discouraging. I do however value and love motherhood, as challenging as it is! Now that you have the program and all it's resources, I am sure you will find the right support system to guide you in the direction that is healthy and safe for you and your future child.
I was in the same boat as you I just started the prgram in oct and then I find out I might be pregant with our 3rd child. I was doing really well with my Klopin and leapro and then I called my nurse and she said to get off the klopin. So now I'm down to a half and its still working good. I'm not pregant though which I was a little upset but I feel right now I'm not ready to handle another child. Maybe God is telling me to focus on the 2 kids I have first. But the meds are helping I just need to work on the program more. Be praying for you. christin