Hi All!

[EmZyJK]

Hi Everyone.

Im 7 months pregnant and suffering from severe anxiety. Ive suffered from anxiety and depression since my teens but in the last few weeks its gotten worse.

Im scared to leave the house incase the sickness and upset tummy kick in. Which are both instant. If i do manage to leave the house im constantly searching for the nearest toilet...ive got sweats and breathlessness and i nearly black out.

I thought it could get past this but 3 friends came to my flat the other night and i had to get my partner to turn them away as the anxiety kicked in...instant upset tummy!

Im greatly needing advice. I really dont want to feel this helpless anymore. Especially with a baby on the way

[alankay]

Hi, the only anxiety med I found to be proven safe during pregnancy was Buspar(/buspirone). Can you discuss that with you OB/GYN?
http://www.drugs.com/pregnancy/buspirone.html
Otherwise you could ask about herbals like Valerian Root, Passion Flower, Skull Cap, Hops Extract and Kava Kava(All need to be OK with your Doc). Also ask about Chamomile teas(Sleepy Times teas) as they can help relax you.
There are concerns about both benzos and antidepressant safety in pregnancy so didn't mention them above although the risks are small, I think parents and docs understandably avoid them. Alankay.

[Clueless]

Welcome EmZy, I wish you the best of luck getting through not only anxiety, but pregnancy! How exciting. I hope you find all the information and help you need here.