Replies
-
8 day streak! I feel like I should get a chip (like in AA) for that LOL!
-
Thanks for the support!
-
Thanks for all of the support from everyone! it is refreshing to have a topic thread full of such positive and empathetic responses instead of ignorant people that do not know what they are talking about. I am glad to announce that I rode the wave through the worst of my withdrawals. I didn't even need to go on Prozac. I…
-
I decided last night that I'm gonna ride this wave. To get a better perspective about things and push through this difficult time. If I can keep in mind that it will pass, stay focused on the positive outcome, I'll be much better off. I have been fighting against these symptoms, defiant towards them, frustrated and trying…
-
Yes, my dreams have been more bizarre than normal! One thing that bothered me today at OBGYN was when my dr was trying to convince me that it may not be withdrawals as much as morning sickness. Almost like a secret code to protect. Very discouraging. I told her its hard to focus on baby when I'm feeling this crappy! I…
-
Yes, I told my husband. At first he acted supportive but then it became evident that he really didn't understand. Then I had a very dramatic night. I just lost it, sobbing for over an hour. After that, his whole attitude towards my situation became genuine and has been doing a good job being here for me. Because I am a…
-
I had dr appointment this morning. I'm aprox 8 weeks along... find out due date next week with ultrasound. The machine they have in post falls office wasn't sufficient to measure baby. I called in sick. I only got 2 hrs of sleep last two days each plus still feeling severly messed up from effexor withdrawal. OBGYN wants me…
-
I spoke with my friend who is a nurse and she suggested I talk to the doctor about getting on Prozac while in my beginning stages of therapy since it has been proven to be ok to use while pregnant.
-
Thanks for all the feedback and support. I have to say that just hearing the symptoms are common is relief in itself. My poor husband. I totally sobbed for an hour last night due to being overwhelmed. I am usually so level headed and just not myself at this time. Support is so helpful! Thanks everyone :)
-
I was just reading on how St. John's Wort can actually be harmful. I will definitely be talking to the dr before making any further changes. Lesson learned on how being unaware can really lead to trouble. Was reading about someone else's similar symptoms and they described it as zapping in the brain! It sure feels that…
-
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1122698-coming-off-effexor-is-the-worst-experience-of-my-life
-
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1122698-coming-off-effexor-is-the-worst-experience-of-my-life
-
Evidently, there have not been conclusive studies on the effects of Effexor on fetuses. My doctor was only adamant that I discontinue after titrating off two weeks. She said that if my withdrawal symptoms or depression/anxiety continued to be significant, I could speak to my OBGYN about choices. Luckily my first…
-
True! Drink water lady :-) there's a baby to take care of. We pregnant women are building blood.
-
Thanks for your response. I am considering St. John's Wort but waiting until my OBGYN appointment which is Thursday. To be quite honest, I feel like my primary care physician did a poor job at preparing me as she never even mentioned withdrawal symptoms. I began noticing the symptoms as I titrated down and tried to do as…
-
I'm right there with you! I need friends who will actually take the time to look at my food diary and give feedback. Accountability is so important.
-
Thanks for sharing! you never know how much inspiration you are providing to someone. When I am feeling down and out I love to look at success stories from normal every day people that aren't in it to sell something or to promote themselves or some product. Thank you for being willing to be vulnerable and to put it out…
-
their our words that I do not spell write
-
this is great! thanks
-
This post was very motivational! Thanks. It's so true we worry too too much.
-
when temptations arise I like to look at other peoples success pictures on here, sure is a motivator. I also continue to log everything no matter how brutal it may be. I know that when people put temptations in my face I wont be able to fight it so I usually avoid it if at all possible. Or sometimes I only eat one bite and…
-
33
-
Or join Roller derby or some other agressive sport. Find some friends get active see if that helps
-
bummer. my thoughts... since you asked. Pity party's are only helpful for a very short amount of time until they turn into self-sabatoge. Maybe look for some short term goals and see where that gets ya
-
Perhaps you should see someone who specializes in eating disorders? I would imagine that you have a very sensitive reaction to any specific triggers therefore it actually might not be helpful to log your calories.