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Hi can anyone help i had a baby 7 months ago and since then i have been suffering from depression. I was put on tablets but then i suddenly stopped taking them because i didnt want to rely on them. Since i have stopped taking them i have been very off with my partner as he is very affectionate but for some reason i really dont like him being like this anymore i sometimes feel that i dont want him to touch me ETC i know i still love him but its just like i cant control this even though i try. It is really getting us both down and causing arguments.
Does anyone have any advice for me
Thanx :banghead:
Does anyone have any advice for me
Thanx :banghead:
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talking to people , other mums will help u understand the post natal depression is quite common, i think tweety might know a few mums boards.
your problems with your partner wont be solved though until you feel better in yourself.
I got put on them last year but stopped taking them after a while and tried counselling instead, is this an option for you?
As someone else said, PND is quite common - Roughly 1 in 10 women get it after having a baby, then if you're still a teen it's 1 in 4 and then if you've suffered some sort of depression before, it's 1 in 2 (According to my midwife).
I'd go back and see your GP, they'll know you and your situation best so can arrange something to suit you & what you want.
Sadly no, he hasn't.
I wouldn't like to say.
Hope you're feeling happier soon
Do you drive? Is there any public transport you can use? Being stuck at home alone when you're feeling low is going to make you feel worse. Please seek help from your GP or health visitor.
Link to post natal depression info
There's a discussion board there too.
You might find the Association for Post Natal Illness useful, you can call their helpline on 020 7386 0868, it's staffed by volunteers who've been through PND and can offer you lots of support and information.
You might also find it helpful to call SANELINE about your problems with your medication and how you're feeling on 08457 678 000.
But like spanner said, you should go talk to your GP about coming off the medication.
Hope this helps some,
CB
keep trying your gp too.
Just having a get together with others, having a coffee while the kids play safely, will make a big difference to your quality of life and its something to look forward to each week as well.