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reader · 11-27-2007, 04:48 AM

Hello, First off congrats on ur pregnancy. About the med. thing, most of us on this forum are on antidepressants. From what I have read alot of people who have quit alcohol and or drugs go into a depression. Often, they have turned to drugs or alcohol to self medicate in the first place. I know I did. I would be very honest with your Dr. and let them know that u are still depressed. It does take a bit for them to kick in but they can up your lexapro or change to something different. As a nurse I know that AD are safe during pregnancy. Are u attending any recovery program for your drug abuse? If not NA or any open AA program would welcome u with open arms. Take care of yourself and that little baby. With Love, Kerry

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reader Alcohol is a cruel mistress!!! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: crownpoint newyork Posts: 814	Hello, First off congrats on ur pregnancy. About the med. thing, most of us on this forum are on antidepressants. From what I have read alot of people who have quit alcohol and or drugs go into a depression. Often, they have turned to drugs or alcohol to self medicate in the first place. I know I did. I would be very honest with your Dr. and let them know that u are still depressed. It does take a bit for them to kick in but they can up your lexapro or change to something different. As a nurse I know that AD are safe during pregnancy. Are u attending any recovery program for your drug abuse? If not NA or any open AA program would welcome u with open arms. Take care of yourself and that little baby. With Love, Kerry __________________ Kerry __________Don't Tread On Me______________________ To Thine Own Self Be True!!!!