Post by allonsy221b on Jun 15, 2015 14:44:15 GMT -5
So, I'm pretty sure I have PPA. This is my second baby and I never felt this way the first time. Everything is overwhelming me. I forget everything. You know that feeling you get when you think you're about to crash your car but don't and your chest feels crazy? I have that like 24/7. I don't have crazy thoughts and its not effecting my ability to be a mom, I don't want to hurt myself or anyone else I just can't calm the eff down.
So I thought maybe I'll call my ob, but I owe him money, so then I think he might turn me away or demand payment, or treat me different, and then my brain goes in a million directions and I don't call. Also insurance is a mess and I don't have coverage until the 1st.
I finally told my husband and he's been understanding. It's also part of the reason I haven't been on as much but I'm at the point of realizing I need help.
Anyone else have this? Any advice? I'm hoping to make myself accountable by posting.
Post by toadandbuggie on Jun 15, 2015 14:50:08 GMT -5
When you say PPA you mean post postpartum anxiety right?
I was thinking about making a thread about mental health. I am suffering from a ton of anxiety as well. I also feel shaky a lot. Like the feeling you get when your blood sugar drops.
Post by FlutterOfYoshis on Jun 15, 2015 17:42:22 GMT -5
A regular doc should be able to see you for this. My regular doc is the one who diagnosed my anxiety disorder (though mine appeared before pregnancy, not PP) and gave me references to a psychologist for further medication. But she was able to get me a prescription until I got in to see the specialist. While the medication did help, seeing a therapist (LCSW) was what made the greatest difference for me, since she is the one with whom I could discuss what was happening and strategize with coping methods, with and without a prescription.
Anxiety is totally overwhelming, but that feeling in your chest won't be there forever! You're in my thoughts!
Post by mrsclark731 on Jun 15, 2015 17:49:37 GMT -5
I don't have any exprerience with this, but I feel for ya.
My only advice--tell your doc when scheduling up-front that you don't have insurance, but you need help now. My doctor's office was really accommodating when I had to go in for a visit and meds without insurance.
...don't use the insurance as an excuse not to go seek help yet. You can do it!
Post by allonsy221b on Jun 15, 2015 18:10:41 GMT -5
Yes I meant post partum anxiety, I meant to type it out somewhere but forgot when I started my novel haha.
I actually don't have a regular doctor so I'm thinking my ob my be better because he's seen me so much. I have cobra coverage but it's reimbursement at the moment and I just don't have the funds up front. (Money is a huge factor in my anxiety) I can look into hospital groups though, I never thought if that.
I would have responded sooner but pb stopped working and then the amount of stuff sitting on top of my fridge started to freak me out and I had to clear it off. I definitely have a problem. :/
I'm so sorry you're going through this. I think if you explain this to your OB office they should understand. I am dealing with PPA too (I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder before pregnancy and can't take my normal meds while pumping) and was prescribed zoloft. Calling my OB was the best thing I've done and they saw me the day I called to help. It is wonderful you recognized what's going on. I would call asap in the morning. We're here for you too.
Hugs to you! Anxiety can be a totally overwhelming thing. I'm glad you're recognizing it and looking for answers. I hope your OB is understanding and helps you out.
So many hugs @allisonyb being a mom is hard enough then you add on financial stress and PPA it must be a vicious cycle. I have no advice just lots of e hugs and I am happy to listen if venting helps.
Post by sugahcookie01 on Jun 15, 2015 19:39:25 GMT -5
My regular doc helped me with anxiety issues pre-baby. She prescribed me a low dose of Prozac and then also recommended a therapist. I am sure your GP can do the same.
I also want to offer up hugs and thoughts, though I have no new advice. I think you are really strong for recognising what is going on and accepting it. I hope your OB can help you!
I agree about seeing if you can get on a payment plan with your ob. But don't let money be the reason you don't call. Your health is more important. Hugs!
Post by jensoprano82 on Jun 16, 2015 7:40:13 GMT -5
Hope you get the relief you need soon, looks like you got some solid ideas here. I wonder if your local planned parenthood may also be a low cost or pay what you can option? Also my kiddo's pediatrician asks after my personal health every appointment too, though they might circle you back to your ob. Hugs!!! Keep us posted?
No advice but sending hugs. I have no personal experience with anxiety but my sister has severe anxiety so I see how it affects her. Glad you recognize it and that you are trying to get help. I feel like anxiety issues should be taken care of as soon as they come up and if your OB won't see you because of money, that would make me really mad.
Hugs, I hope you can get the support and help you need. I would definitely talk to your ob, and about the money, they may have payment options or assistance you may not know about. I went in to get a payment plan with the hospital and they talked about a lot of discounts and assistance I had no idea about.
Post by seamonster on Jun 16, 2015 23:34:57 GMT -5
You are not alone. Anxiety is overwhelming and you're doing the right thing getting help. I'd see if your OB can do a payment plan with you and see you or refer you without insurance. I agree about hospital groups. I got into a ppd/ppa group and it's been tremendously helpful for dealing with the anxiety. I also started doing mindfulness cbt exercises with the help of a book and meditation exercises to deal with the anxious thoughts.
Post by WittyLittle on Jun 17, 2015 1:38:25 GMT -5
I just wanted to give hugs as well. Of course a doctor/therapist is the best person to turn to. Everyone has their own triggers and thought processes that can be puzzled out and 'corrected' if you will. In my case it took 3 years of therapy until I slowly turned the dial to point in a different direction. First it felt like I was being falsely diagnosed just to be labeled with 'something' when I was diagnosed with an avoidant personality "disorder". My only advice is this. Identify the source. Dwell in that for a little bit (that's healthy!) and then don't give yourself the excuse that this is the way you are. Anxiety is something you have, not who you are. It takes a lot of really hard work but you come out even stronger on the other side. Go get em!
I called my ob office and they said to call my regular doctor, so I guess now I wait until the 1st.
Thank you all for the support!
Hmmmm...this bothers me because my OB was the one I saw for this because it is in their realm. They have a survey that they are supposed to give you to see how severe it is and discuss options with you. I know I did a payment plan with my OB after Brady was born because my insurance didn't cover as much as they projected.
I have been dealing with PPA since about week 4. It has been difficult for me, so I really want to see you get some help. Can you go to the local health department? They often do sliding scale payments. If you absolutely have to wait until the 1st, please make sure you have people to talk to about your anxiety. This forum has been a god-send to me because I was able to reach out at all times of the day and night and "talk" to someone. I hope you get some help. We are all here for you! Hugs to you.
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