Antidepressants at 26 weeks?

[TaraRhu]

Hi all

I am struggling with anxiety. It's basically because of lockdown and removal of all of my coping mechanisms but also because we have some big life decisions we need to make after the baby comes. Our home us too small and we need to move to get our son into a decent school next year. Se live in London and really can't afford it so need to move but no idea where we will end up. So I also have that on my mind.

Lately it has got bad and I go into worry mode for a few days, cant sleep or eat. i spoke to my gp and referred myself to therapy. but i really think i need meds. my gp is happy to do this but I'm scared they will harm the baby. but on the other hand being in this state is possibly more risky.

any wise words?

Take the meds. Some have a longer history of being taken by pregnant women, but none are specifically tested on pregnant women. When they say this or that might happen to baby, it's because it can't be tested, not because these are in any way shape or form to be likely outcomes.

And good on ya for being kind to yourself and reaching out for help!!!!