TTC and depression

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I've had depression and anxiety since my teens (I'm now 30). For the last few years I've undertaken therapy and counselling which has been really difficult but it has helped me to resolve traumatic experiences and to cope better.

DP is wonderfully supportive and we have spoken about starting a family. I worked with my Psychiatrist to slowly reduce my antidepressants and I have been medication free for nearly a year. I did have another flare up in November, but Ive been feeling stable since January.

So, I'm asking if anyone has advice about how long I should wait until TTC. My Psychiatrist and counsellors don't see a problem with me having children but it would be really useful to have some opinions from you guys.

It sounds like you have taken a very sensible and pragmatic approach to dealing with your illness in relation to ttc. Well done you for getting as far as you have.
I think only you can know when the right time is. As you've been medication free for a year, it really is about your own feeling of readiness. Good luck.

Hi,
I'm also 30 and have had anxiety, depression (plus a long period of anorexia) since my teens. I can understand how difficult the decision is, but we decided to start TTC earlier this year, when I has been off meds for a year and felt ready. I think, if your MH professionals think it's okay, then I'd agree, it's really a case of when you feel ready. That was how we decided.
Good luck xx

Thanks lolly it's a good thing to hear when someone else recognises the progress. Much appreciated.

Equimum, good luck to you also. Good to know that it's not just me going through this. It's very scary as I really don't want to pass on my baggage.

Hi, I just wanted to say try not to worry, if you feel ready and reay to talk about it then you are half way there! I wish you every happiness, just remeber you have a good support network and anyone trying for a baby can get frustrated/down/angry and upset so dont be alarmed if you feel this way it could be just part of the process. You are a very brave person good luck xx

Thank you wrighty