Recurring PND

[Tash08]

I had PND with both my dd and ds, with my ds I spent 12 weeks in a mother and baby unit. I am seriously considering a third baby, has anyone tried progesterone injections, or anti-depressants during pregnancy to minimise the risk of PND again? Thanks

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No help to offer but have you discussed it with your GP? PND is terrible and if you can avoid it without risk to you or the child it seems worth doing.

I have discussed it with my GP - she is prepared to prescribe for the last few weeks of the pregnancy - she did't believe there was enough evidence to support progesterone. But she is not an expert in PND.

someone i went to pnd support group with had progesterone(i think )pessary as soon as 3rd child was born and was monitored closely in and out of hospital. in her case it seemed to work. she had ads as well i believe. try talking to gp or health visitor. hope every thing goes ok