Anonymous wrote:6 months postpartum and feel like I have PPD.

But calling the doctor? And saying what? I'm afraid he'll blow me off.

Or just write me a prescription for an antidepressant and wish me luck.

I'm lost. Anyone been through this? Any advice on making that initial call?

If you're doctor blows you off when you report symptoms of PPD, get another doctor.

Gah, auto-correct!

Anonymous wrote:The receptionist will understand and will likely try to get you in right away. I called my OB's office once for a pregnancy-related reason, but I burst into tears as soon as the receptionist answered and couldn't get a word in because I was so upset. Now knowing why my issue was, the receptionist got me in that day and was very kind. Please call, OP.

What I meant to say was, NOT even knowing why I was upset, the exception it's got me in right away.

The receptionist will understand and will likely try to get you in right away. I called my OB's office once for a pregnancy-related reason, but I burst into tears as soon as the receptionist answered and couldn't get a word in because I was so upset. Now knowing why my issue was, the receptionist got me in that day and was very kind. Please call, OP.

15:48 again. It's NEVER too late to get help.

And to echo what another PP said, the receptionist has heard it ALL before and seen it and is totally unfazed by it.

Once I came to the realization that there was no medical or emotional problem that I could have that someone else hasn't had before me it was a lot easier to seek help. Also, a lot of therapists do have hours outside of 9 - 5 specifically for people who work.

You are not alone. Please make the call.