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[quote=Anonymous]I have heard that certain anti-depressants are more risky to the fetus than others, but a mom with anxiety or depression can also be risky in some ways.  Personally, I weaned off of my anti depressant (I was on Paxil which is considered a high risk drug) when we started TTC. I was off of it completely by the time I got pregnant.  I struggled with anxiety and depression during the first trimester, but after seeing a psychiatrist who specialized in pregnant women, we decided that, for me, I could manage without the medication and use other methods.  My SIL had to remain on her antidepressant, although a lower dose, as her anxiety was more of a risk for her than the medication.  (I know anxiety and depression are different, but a lot of the medications overlap)

Talk to your doctor and decide what you want to do.  You can always go off and see how you feel, and re-start if you feel you are slipping too far back. I was surprised at how well I did off of medication, but it is all very individual.  FWIW my SIL and I both have healthy babies and had no complications. If you decide to stay medicated, work with your doc because some are better during pregnancy than others.

Good Luck![/quote]

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