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Hello again. I was a member here years ago, but I can't remember my old info. Probably best to start fresh. I'm up late with heart palps and brain squirrels. Tapering. Not really sure what else to say atm. I'll get through it, the first part. I need some support, am also happy to lend it where I can. Thx
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^^^ I should add- when I left here, I'd been sober for awhile and on my way to having my first/only baby. Had no trouble until a traumatic birth, postnatal depression, and autoimmune disease took over. Picked up when my son was 6 months. He is almost 4 now and I'm just getting the mental health treatment I need. I've managed to keep the wheels on, but I know I'm getting wobbly and I know where this always goes. I gotta get back on track! I have been making a lot of improvements and I have SO MUCH to be grateful for, but the drinking is getting in my way. I need to fix this- hope like hell I can get it right.
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Hi Blip- glad you are back with us! Those are serious problems you mention and it’s great you are seeking help for that. Does that include meds? We drink to self-medicate - our bodies need it - but a good healthcare provider should be guiding you with alternatives as opposed to just telling you to taper off. Also if you can find a meeting - especially a women’s meeting - you will find women in exactly the same situation who can offer help and support. I have been to meetings where ppl bring their young children and everyone is cool with it. Sometimes getting sober takes a village too and you just might make a friend or two.
Good luck - keep coming to SR!
Good luck - keep coming to SR!
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Hey guys. Thanks so much for your responses. I managed to carve out a little sleep last night.
@ vini thank you for your suggestions. It's pretty hard to go it alone and I'll see what I can find in my area.
@ Dee So nice to see a familiar face!! Thank you for the response. Great question. I don't plan to continue tapering any further. If I get neuro symptoms, or anything odd, I plan to seek medical treatment.
I've had quitting in mind for quite a while. This is my first attempt since my last stretch of with a couple of years sober.
I had a medical detox at that time. Not anywhere near that level with my intake atm, so I'm hopeful I can manage without it. But definitely aware/concerned/vigilant of withdrawal issue. I just really want/need to be home with my LO. But, I'll do what I must to be safe if it comes down to it.
@ vini thank you for your suggestions. It's pretty hard to go it alone and I'll see what I can find in my area.
@ Dee So nice to see a familiar face!! Thank you for the response. Great question. I don't plan to continue tapering any further. If I get neuro symptoms, or anything odd, I plan to seek medical treatment.
I've had quitting in mind for quite a while. This is my first attempt since my last stretch of with a couple of years sober.
I had a medical detox at that time. Not anywhere near that level with my intake atm, so I'm hopeful I can manage without it. But definitely aware/concerned/vigilant of withdrawal issue. I just really want/need to be home with my LO. But, I'll do what I must to be safe if it comes down to it.
It's ME. I remembered my old handle. 
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Welcome back to the member formerly known as EverySngleNight, then Blip then EverySngleNight again! I am rooting for you.
With a name like that it’s no wonder you could at first not remember your log-on credentials!
With a name like that it’s no wonder you could at first not remember your log-on credentials!
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