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Pregnancy Anxiety
Sir/ Mam,
I am 10 weeks pregnant with IVF treatment.. I have been having anxiety and depression in the past and my psychiatrist has given me good medicines to calm my mind and got me back normal..
But from past few days I'm going through Anxiety and I feel sad sometimes.. Anxiety spikes in the evening Time around 4 and kind of settles by the time I go to bed.. My psychiatrist is put me on venlift 75mg , 3.25mg mirtaz and 0.25 petril.. and I take all these medicines only in the night.. how do I reduce my anxiety and worry during this pregnancy phase of mine and also I'm worried if these medicines will harm the baby.. plz guide.. I want to feel normal.
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Dr. Rupali Mohbe (PhD)
Psychologist
26 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Hi. I appreciate you talking about your concern.
As per given information, it is better to go for psychotherapy based treatment plan along with medication to help you feel much better and calm during the pregnancy.
You can seek support from a Psychotherapist or a Clinical psychologist for a better treatment plan, and consider techniques like, CBT(cognitive behavioral therapy)
Tailor made strategies to your specific needs with professional Psychologist will help you.
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Health Tips
To manage anxiety, practice deep breathing exercises, mindfulness, and progressive Muscle relaxation techniques.
Maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly which is better and convenient for your pregnancy and prioritize adequate sleep.
You can also try Mandala art
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Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani
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16 yrs exp
Srinagar
Hello,
Continue treatment as prescribed also u can add psychotherapy/counselling.
Medicine won't harm baby don't worry.
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