smiley
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Post by smiley on May 4, 2009 19:03:55 GMT
Hiya
I am 7 weeks pregnant with a second baby after having suffered pni with my first who is turning 2 tomorrow! I had the initial anxiety when I found out but was generally happy as this is what I wanted. Then afew days later I had 4 days of intense intrusive thoughts which really threw me. I was so scared that the pni was back. They subsided and now a week or so later they have more or less gone. I have put this blip down to hormone change and am trying to move on but it has knocked my confidence alittle.
Did anyone else have this experience and did it happen again or lead to pni? I am trying to stay positive but cant help thinking the worst after this. I feel fine now though, if alittle worried.
Smiley xx
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Post by winegirl on May 4, 2009 20:34:42 GMT
Hi Hun
Well i can reassure you till teh cows come home, but since i still only have the one pregnancy under my belt it is prob gonna be more beneficial to you to hear someone elses experiences of a second pregnancy.
I will keep banging on to you though about trying not to worry, and accepting that the first 12 weeks are hormone city for you so bound to cause some ups and downs for you... you are doing good girl, and i just want you to be able to enjoy your pregnancy xxxx
WG x
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Post by Bookwormprincess on Oct 12, 2009 14:30:47 GMT
Hi Smiley,
Not long to go for you now I guess till baby is born - December is it?
I found out I am pregnant 2 weeks ago and 1 week after the first +ive test I had a night of intrusive thoughts too, and it really scared me. But 1 week on, they have passed, and I think the good cry I had to my husband the next day about how scared I am of PP returning has helped get things out of my system for now.
Really hope you have been well pyhsically and mentally during this pregnancy and hope to see you on here after baby is born with a postive story.
All the best.
N x
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Emma
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PP for 7 months after my daughter was born. She is now 4 & being her Mum is my full time passion.
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Post by Emma on Oct 12, 2009 22:56:05 GMT
Hi Smiley... only just seen this thread. I too hope you are well and that pregnancy has been kind to you. Like Bookwormprincess I had PP during my pregnancy and after my daughter's birth three years ago. We are not yet ready for number two but have been reminding myself that if the same were to happen again, this time we would know what was happening and would be able to respond to the illness much more appropriately and quickly and also with a lot less fear and desperation. I am considering putting some form of advanced directive in place should I ever fall pregnant again which would mean all the right care would be given to me straight away. Just something for you to consider and keep in mind, but do remember it is not a given that PNI will happen again and I sincerely hope you stay well and enjoy the arrival of you baby.
With love,
Emma x
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Post by Bookwormprincess on Oct 14, 2009 12:55:54 GMT
Emma, an advanced directive is a very good idea to put together with your GP or mental health team. When I told mine we wanted to try for another baby later in the year they started putting one together immediately. It really does help you feel a bit more in control.
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Kitty
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Post by Kitty on Apr 11, 2010 14:08:45 GMT
hey hope you dont mind me posting, im 23 weeks now, is it too late to ask for this help? im getting no help whatsoever but promised it, and im failing dramatically, doctor even b*ll*cked me for being taken to a&e with a panic attack!
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Post by stevensmummy on Apr 12, 2010 13:02:41 GMT
Hi Kitty
Firstly,thats terrible that your doc acted like that. Its amazing how some of these ppl get to be docs!
Push them for help. If your doc doesnt give you any go to a different doc. I found from experience male docs were better. I have 3 kids and suffered with the 1st and 2nd and very very briefly with the 3rd. With the 2nd I knew what was happenign as did my family and I was down to the docs before I even got a chance to think about it. It might happen again but it can be controlled quickly and you will be you again very soon.
Try your midwife for advice. Have you discussed your feelings with her?
You can get thro this, remember you have done it once already. Its like the 1st time you ride your bike, its not nearly as scary the 2nd time. I know you can do it!
Sarah xx
Ps. i'm going to have a look for you on fb x
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Post by winegirl on Apr 12, 2010 20:13:55 GMT
Hey hun - remind me - are you still in Grimsby? If you are I can look up details for the MBU near you who should have an outreach team attached?
Or at least try and get a name of someone with a brain up there?
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Post by caterina on Apr 13, 2010 2:13:13 GMT
Hiya Kitty
Never too late to ask for help chick, can't believe your doc bolloxed you for that, caring profession my arse!
Yep go to every doctor in your practice if you have to but keep pushing for help, I know you're knackered from being pregnant and feeling crap but keep going chick until you get what you need. During my 2nd pregnancy I was sent in this mystery appointment with a consultant at the hospital and it turned out to be the head of the psychiatric team due to my past history of PNI they offered me the chance to see their team during and after pregnancy, fortunately I didn't need to but it might be worth asking if there's a system in place in your area. Good luck chick xxxx
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