TTC and Medication

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Registered: 08-19-2009
TTC and Medication
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Wed, 08-19-2009 - 11:04pm

A friend of mine referred me to ivillage because of how supportive everyone is, and she thought someone may have some insight for me into this question.

I was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder several years ago, and have been on medication to regulate my emotions for some time now. My husband and I decided we wanted to try to have a baby, so I decided to go off of the medication I was taking. I was taking Zoloft at the time. It ended up being a total disaster, things spun out of control for me, and after about a month, my doctor and I decided that I needed to go back on medication. Now I am taking Effexor XR, and am feeling much better emotionally, but am so confused about what to do with regards to trying to get pregnant.

WHat do women with mood disorders do when they are pregnant, or want to become pregnant, but can't get off of their medication without going crazy? Any experience? Insight?

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Registered: 11-13-2008
In reply to: rl1982
Thu, 08-20-2009 - 11:35am

You are in a tough situation, because you really can't go without your meds.