Ok, first of all, every time I try to post on somebody's blog it says I do not have access to their page and to log out and try again. Does anyone know why the FUCK this is happening? It's super annoying when I have a brilliant comment typed out and then it gets mother fucking deleted. (Also the comments probably aren't that brilliant.)
Next, I decided to medicate. It hasn't been an easy decision and I'm having issues about the anti-depressant crossing into the breast milk. But I spoke with Dr. Awesome's nurse, Nurse Awesome and she was what else, awesome. We discussed everything I've been doing to help with the depression and anxiety and it went a little something like this:
NA: "Are you exercising regularly?"
BU: "4-5 days a week."
NA: "Have you tried yoga?"
BU: "Every Wednesday night I take a yoga class."
NA: "Are you eating a balanced diet?"
BU: "Yes."
NA: "Have you thought about seeing a counselor?"
BU: "I'm going twice a month already."
So after that conversation, she assured me that I am doing everything possible to make it better and that my baby needs me to be the best I can be and if that means taking meds, then let's do it. I'm on the lowest dose possible and now that I finally made the decision and started the medication, I am so relieved! Of course, it takes 2-3 weeks for it to really kick in, but I feel good about my choice and confident that I will be returning to my normal self soon. I've been far too quiet, reflective, overwhelmed and just plain sad lately.
I'm making a big assumption that anyone is still reading because this post is boring and probably a little TMI, but if you're still here, nice work. Way to hang in there. I will return to funny things and more of the F word tomorrow.
Good for you for taking action and getting some help when you need it. Obviously this is a chemical imbalance of some sort, and hopefully the meds will straighten things out in no time. You're doing everything right in the meantime, including being an awesome mom and wife. I really hope you enjoy the second vacay, you deserve it xo
ReplyDeleteps - it's not weird to say I love you. I love you too!
Oh, and as for retarded blogger, when that screen comes up saying 'you don't have access' I hit refresh, and it usually brings me back to the comment page with my (brilliant) comment still there. Hope that helps...
ReplyDeleteGood girl. Gots to look out for numero uno. That's you by the way.
ReplyDeleteMaking that decision was probably the hardest part. Especially if you have been dwelling on what to do-I can imagine the relief!!! I'm proud of you and I hope that I get to read tons more of your posts that are full of hilarity!
ReplyDeleteYou totally did the right thing. Everyone that doesn't agree has no idea what it's like and should just eff off.
ReplyDeleteI got so pissed at Blogger deleting my stuff, I decide to download Chrome and now everything works perfectly. Not exactly a perfect fix, but I sorta dig Chrome now. Being able to search for stuff right in the address bar = brilliant.
I agree with Mag - I have way fewer issues with Google Chrome as my internet browser. IE constantly fucks up.
ReplyDeleteIf you want to stay with your current browser, go into your setting and clear the cache and all saved passwords/etc. It's a pain to start from scratch on logging in, but for some reason it fixes the problem.
Glad you decided to go with the meds... you've done everything you can "naturally" to help yourself, and it seems like this last step will be the final step to feeling good again. Hang in there!
Good for you. Sometimes it just has to be about taking care of yourself. I'm glad you're doing that!
ReplyDeleteI have the same problem with commenting sometimes. So frustrating.
I'm a supporter of being medicated - well that sounds weird, but I mean if there is something that can make you feel better - why not!?
ReplyDeleteI'm happy for you and glad you are feeling good about your decision. The decision is often the hardest part or anything. :)
Love you and miss you LOTS!
I am so proud of you for realizing you need a little assitance and getting it. I hope you're back to your happy self in no time.
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