Extremely Depressed

[Hexag0n]

Hi

Please please can someone help.

I have found out I am pregnancy with my 3rd child unexpectedly. It appears some antibiotics I was taking have affected my pill over Christmas.

I feel utterly depressed. I can't stop crying and I am finding it hard to get through my days.

I have two beautiful children already who have a very close bond and don't want to affect that.

I had a dramatic birth with my second child and I'm shaking in fear of going through child birth again.

Much older now, almost 40 and are aware risks will have risen.

I have also just started a job which I love.

I don't know what to do. I am so scared and just need a way out.

Please please help as I can't sleep, eat and hate my life 4 days ago I used to love. I spend all day in tears.

My husband wants another baby but I can't cope.

I'm shaking and crying as I write this.

Thank You so much, I really appreciate that xx

Hi Hexag0n,

We're so sorry that you're feeling this way.

We're sure you'll get some good support from other Mumsnetters, but we thought we'd also add a link to our Mental Health resources as there are many organisations listed which could give you some more support in real life. The Samaritans are there for you too, by emailing [email protected] or calling 116 123, any time.

There's also a new text service called Shout - please click on this link for further information - giveusashout.org. Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. They can help with a range of issues including anxiety and depression or if you're feeling overwhelmed.

We'd also like to point you in the direction of an organisation called PANDAS Foundation which was set up to support families through pre- and post-natal depression. Their webpage is here and they have a free helpline, available Monday – Sunday 11am-10pm - 0808 1961 776. They can also provide support by email.

We're going to move your thread over to our Pregnancy Choices topic as we think that's a better place for it.

Keep talking here, OP. There are lots of Mumsnetters who'll know exactly what you're going through. We really hope you're okay.