Bipolar and pregnancy.

[berry2000]

Okay...I'm really confused. And a little discouraged. I was hoping to get pregnant soon. I thought if I went of my meds as soon as I found out things would be okay. But I was reading on the net that the first 5 weeks are the most critical and so you shouldn't be on certain meds during any part of the pregnancy. And I'm wondering if I will be okay w/o meds and when to stop and all of that.

I almost just want to give up and say forget it I'm not having anymore kids. Bipolar is hereditary what if I go psycho w/o the meds etc etc. But the Lord gave me a prophecy and a vision for a 3rd child. He even gave me a name Tyler Isaiah.

I don't know what to do. And yes I'm a worrywort and I freely admit it. Anyone have any advice (yeah I know talk to your doctor) but besides that? Personal experience?

I am taking SEroquel, Remeron, and Lexapro and I am stable for the first time since I was 12. Seems like a shame to mess with it.

Totally confused.

 

[tapero]

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[tapero]

This is for those who will reply to this thread. Please be careful not to violate the rule below. Essentially, do not encouarge or advise anyone to stop taking their medicine without a doctors consent and advice.

Thanks.


2.2 No Professional Counsel Allowed

You will not direct, imply, or suggest that others should follow your advice by implying/stating you are an authority or professional psychiatrist, psychologist, counselor, physician, etc. This includes, but is not limited to advising others to disregard doctors' orders regarding medical diagnosis and/or treatment.

 

[willmrcd1]

God bless you,

Wow, that is something that would make any mother worry, however, don't stress it. You must know that God wants us to use wisdom and educate ourselves in all areas whether it be spiritual or secular.

Ask your psychiatrist about the side affects of the medicatons you have and if he has ever prescribed them to his patients during the prenatal stages. Also, your doctor should work closely with a specialist in High Risk Pregnancy. They will monitor you more closely and I know you will feel at ease. But whatever you do please don't play doctor yourself. Do not think that you can wean yourself off and you will be alright. In fact you might cause more harm, because of the wash out and hormones in your body.

Father I come before your presence asking you to give your daughter wisdom in this area of her life. Father your Word states that your children perish for lack of knowledge. Lord I pray that your daughter will seek the help she needs and also stand on Your Word. Father I pray that you will send the doctors that are needed and that you will protect her baby from all illness. Father I thank you that you hear our prayers and petitions. Lord thank you for you know us even before we are delievered into this world. You are molding the baby in the womb. amen.

 

[Alive again]

God bless you,

Wow, that is something that would make any mother worry, however, don't stress it. You must know that God wants us to use wisdom and educate ourselves in all areas whether it be spiritual or secular.

Ask your psychiatrist about the side affects of the medicatons you have and if he has ever prescribed them to his patients during the prenatal stages. Also, your doctor should work closely with a specialist in High Risk Pregnancy. They will monitor you more closely and I know you will feel at ease. But whatever you do please don't play doctor yourself. Do not think that you can wean yourself off and you will be alright. In fact you might cause more harm, because of the wash out and hormones in your body.

Father I come before your presence asking you to give your daughter wisdom in this area of her life. Father your Word states that your children perish for lack of knowledge. Lord I pray that your daughter will seek the help she needs and also stand on Your Word. Father I pray that you will send the doctors that are needed and that you will protect her baby from all illness. Father I thank you that you hear our prayers and petitions. Lord thank you for you know us even before we are delievered into this world. You are molding the baby in the womb. amen.

AMEN!!!!

 

[berry2000]

Thanks everyone but wait...I"m not pregnant yet. Just thinking about it. Talking to doc about high risk preganancy I didn't think about that. I have an appoint w/ my pdoc on thursdya so I'm thinking about asking him. I don't think that he will want to change my meds. Heck I don't want to. BUT what if I get pregnant accidently? That's my worry right now.

I have safely had 2 children so far but this was before i was diagnosised. One with no meds and one with prozac. Both children are perfectly healthy

Don't worry anyone I do not plan nor have I ever planned to change any med's w/o my doctors help. I was just wondering what you all thought about meds and preganacy.

 

[DoubtingThomas29]

Berry 2000,

You know I feel compelled to tell you. You said this combination of medication is the first time you have been stable. I do not think you should even want to change your medication. It is very hard for someone who is mentally ill to become completely normal. This is your life and you must do what you must. If it was me though, I would not get pregnant.

Also, think about the possibility of accidently getting pregnant, then when you have the child. You might get post partum depression, which I would not want if I already have bipolar.

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Remember you have two children right now that are healthy, that means you are very lucky.

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Good luck <edit> and stay healthy. It is not so easy to stay healthy, don't take it for granted, or think that if you should relapse, you automactically have another recovery in you, because I don't think you know that.

Sincerely,

Doubting Thomas29

 

[berry2000]

God has told me I will have a 3rd child and so I will. I am just wondering how to give this child, who is chosen and special and created in the image of God, the best possible start.

I have no fears about the child's health.

And as far as my own health...if this is God's will and I am walking in his path...then I'm sure he will provide for my health just the way he has always helped me through any situation I have had in the past.

 

[Jeshu]

Hi Berry, I wanted to wish you the very best -- that overall you will remain stable -- and that God may grant you your desire soon. (How does your husband feel about all this?)


Gerry

 

[berry2000]

He wanted to have several children so he's up for it...however now is not the best timing financially for me to stop working so....we are going to be waiting a while.

Thanks Gerry!