Post Partum Depression

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Hello all,
I am humbly asking your prayers as my struggle with Post Partum depression continues. That God may take this cross from me, and if not that he may give me courage and hope as I continue to try and get better. My baby is six months now and is so sweet. I have asked God from the beginning to shield her from any effects of my depression. My next step is to start antidepressants, after I wean her from breastfeeding. (My husband is absolutely adamant that I can not nurse while on the medication.) Thankfully she only nurses to fall asleep for her naps and during the night, she gets her nutrition almost entirely through formula now.
I find even the simplest things overwhelming. Tomorrow I am going to start trying to get her to sleep without nursing her and today I have been filled with feelings of fear and dread. I won’t go on about the symptoms of my PPD because even writing that previous sentence is making me feel overwhelmed (I know, CRAZY!). So instead I ask for your prayers. I never imagined in my life that motherhood could be so difficult and that I could feel so helpless, weak and overwhelmed as I have in the last 6 months. Please God may this be a painful memory soon!
 
Baby_Irish said:
Hello all,
I am humbly asking your prayers as my struggle with Post Partum depression continues. That God may take this cross from me, and if not that he may give me courage and hope as I continue to try and get better. My baby is six months now and is so sweet. I have asked God from the beginning to shield her from any effects of my depression. My next step is to start antidepressants, after I wean her from breastfeeding. (My husband is absolutely adamant that I can not nurse while on the medication.) Thankfully she only nurses to fall asleep for her naps and during the night, she gets her nutrition almost entirely through formula now.
I find even the simplest things overwhelming. Tomorrow I am going to start trying to get her to sleep without nursing her and today I have been filled with feelings of fear and dread. I won’t go on about the symptoms of my PPD because even writing that previous sentence is making me feel overwhelmed (I know, CRAZY!). So instead I ask for your prayers. I never imagined in my life that motherhood could be so difficult and that I could feel so helpless, weak and overwhelmed as I have in the last 6 months. Please God may this be a painful memory soon!
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Praying for your health & recovery.
 
I’m sorry your going through this, I really feel for you. Praying for you to move past this!
 
But this is so painful! Aren’t there any nutritional supplements that can help someone get a grip on their mood and not harm a child during breastfeeding? What about L- Tryptophane or 5-HTP? I’m not recommending it but I am wondering if some of the amino acids that boost a person’s mood could work for breastfeeding. I don’t know if it is okay but I wonder if someone reading this would know and could help you.

I wonder if Julia Ross, nutritionist, mentions this in her book: The Mood Cure? Or go online and “google” the words: post partum, breastfeeding, and nutritional supplements or homeopathic medicine (usually gentle enough for the baby). See what others are doing. Aren’t there breastfeeding groups like La Leche League that might have sound advice? Or some alternative doctor? (Not a quack, just a good doctor skilled in nutritional alternatives to anti-depressants)

You poor dear, I will keep you in my prayers.
 
I think trying to wean your baby to take care of your medical issue of postpartum depression is a great idea, soon. Postpartum depression can be disabling as you know and as you noted simple taks are becoming overwhelming. Talk to your Dr and get treatment as soon as you can. The sooner you can be treated the faster you will be on the raod to recovery.

I am sorry you are dealing with this. I hope as you say you can wean your beloved baby
over to forumla and take care of yourself and your depression sooner rather than later.

I pray with you to God that soon this may be a painful memory.

God bless you and your new family,
Mary
 
Our Father, Who art in heaven,
Hallowed be Thy Name.
Thy Kingdom come.
Thy Will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.

Amen.
 
Remember oh most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored they help or sought thy intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, oh Virgin of Virgins, my mother! To thee I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. Oh Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petition but in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen. :crossrc:
 
Auntie_A said:
But this is so painful! Aren’t there any nutritional supplements that can help someone get a grip on their mood and not harm a child during breastfeeding? What about L- Tryptophane or 5-HTP? I’m not recommending it but I am wondering if some of the amino acids that boost a person’s mood could work for breastfeeding. I don’t know if it is okay but I wonder if someone reading this would know and could help you.

I wonder if Julia Ross, nutritionist, mentions this in her book: The Mood Cure? Or go online and “google” the words: post partum, breastfeeding, and nutritional supplements or homeopathic medicine (usually gentle enough for the baby). See what others are doing. Aren’t there breastfeeding groups like La Leche League that might have sound advice? Or some alternative doctor? (Not a quack, just a good doctor skilled in nutritional alternatives to anti-depressants)

You poor dear, I will keep you in my prayers.
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Hi Auntie A,
Yes, I have tried some very powerful nutritional supplements (one advertised on our local Catholic radio which has been used successfully by 1000’s for depression and other mood disorders). Fish oil as well. They do seem to help but the depression and inability to function normally, (without being riddled with worry, intrusive thoughts, and self doubt all the time) continues.
She is sleeping now, so that’s one nap down so far. I was able to get her down by walking her around outside in her baby carrier and then laying her down. Thank you for your prayers and I hope you continue to keep me in your prayers!
 
MaryT777 said:
I think trying to wean your baby to take care of your medical issue of postpartum depression is a great idea, soon. Postpartum depression can be disabling as you know and as you noted simple taks are becoming overwhelming. Talk to your Dr and get treatment as soon as you can. The sooner you can be treated the faster you will be on the raod to recovery.

I am sorry you are dealing with this. I hope as you say you can wean your beloved baby
over to forumla and take care of yourself and your depression sooner rather than later.

I pray with you to God that soon this may be a painful memory.

God bless you and your new family,
Mary
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Thank you so much for your support and encouragement! Yes, I have held off for so long, trying so many other things to get better and trying to avoid medication. But I truly feel it is necessary now. Thank you so much for your prayers.
 
Saint Michael, the archangel, defend us in battle, be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the devil, may God rebuke him, we humbly pray. And do you, O’ Prince of the Heavenly host, by the power of God thrust into Hell Satan and all the other evil spirits who prowl about the world for the ruin of souls.

Amen.

†

Our Father who art in Heaven, hallowed be thy name.

Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

Amen.

†

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.

Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death.

Amen.

†
 
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now, and in the hour of our death. Amen.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
 
Baby_Irish said:
Hello all,
I am humbly asking your prayers as my struggle with Post Partum depression continues. That God may take this cross from me, and if not that he may give me courage and hope as I continue to try and get better. My baby is six months now and is so sweet. I have asked God from the beginning to shield her from any effects of my depression. My next step is to start antidepressants, after I wean her from breastfeeding. (My husband is absolutely adamant that I can not nurse while on the medication.) Thankfully she only nurses to fall asleep for her naps and during the night, she gets her nutrition almost entirely through formula now.
I find even the simplest things overwhelming. Tomorrow I am going to start trying to get her to sleep without nursing her and today I have been filled with feelings of fear and dread. I won’t go on about the symptoms of my PPD because even writing that previous sentence is making me feel overwhelmed (I know, CRAZY!). So instead I ask for your prayers. I never imagined in my life that motherhood could be so difficult and that I could feel so helpless, weak and overwhelmed as I have in the last 6 months. Please God may this be a painful memory soon!
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Gracious and merciful Father, please come to their assistance.

Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on Earth as it is in Heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread,
and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee.
Blessed are thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death.
Amen.

Glory Be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end
Amen.
 
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