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[quote=Anonymous]Both of my parents had untreated anxiety/depression for most of my childhood.  I never doubted they loved me, but they were trying to tough it out and overcome depression with sheer willpower instead of real treatment.  It resulted in me having an anxiety/panic disorder and a pretty abusive first serious relationship because I had no role models for a healthy relationship.

I do have kids now and my anxiety is treated through meds and coping techniques learned through years of therapy.  I did have issues with PPD/PPA.  But I had a care plan and still have a connection with a doctor and therapist if I do get breakthrough symptoms.

My advice is that you owe it to your children to be the best version of yourself you can be.  This means you have to swallow your pride and get appropriate treatment and get yourself stabilized before trying to have a baby.  And no one is perfect, the ups and downs of life will make symptoms come and go.  The important thing is to recognize the signs and have a care plan so that you don't spiral out of control.  [/quote]

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