What is the best medicine for post partum anxiety?

December 21st, 2012

Since I have had my baby I have had terrible anxiety and panic attacks. I am currently on Celexa but it is making me have insomnia really bad. Which medicine has worked well for others? Chosen Answer: Lexapro, it helps you sleep at night. Take it at night before bed. If you take it during [...]

What anti anxiety medication can you take while pregnant?

December 5th, 2012

I am currently on Paxil and I know that is harmful to the baby while pregnant. I would like to start trying for a family with my husband, but currently really do need the anxiety medication. Anyone else take anything while they were pregnant or know someone who did? Just a little added info, the [...]

How do I deal with anxiety, guilt and sadness returning to work after baby?

February 24th, 2012

I am returning to work in 2 weeks and am feeling extreme anxiety and guilt about leaving my 6-month baby. I haven’t been apart from him for more than 6 hours since he’s been born. Financially our family needs two incomes, and I am obligated to return to work, but am emotionally not ready. Whenever [...]

How do I deal with anxiety during a pregnancy following a miscarriage?

January 20th, 2012

I had a miscarriage 4 months ago and am now 6 weeks pregnant. I have a son and that pregnancy went perfectly so I know reasonably that I can and probably will have a healthy pregnancy. However, I can’t stop the anxious feeling that I will lose this baby too. I have been having really [...]

How long does it take for 20mg of valium to take effect?

January 9th, 2012

Having carpal tunnel release surgery, and have been prescribed valium to take 30 minutes before procedure. I want to know how long it takes for the valium to start working (a lot of anxiety involved.) Chosen Answer: it will start working within 30 mins. if not sooner. it deffinetly will work sooner if you take [...]