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03/18/2002 Entry: "Zoloft"

So, Zoloft. I'm supposed to start tonight, taking it after I nurse Sam to sleep; it's reported to be safe for nursing, but I'm timing it right before the longest stretch of no nursings, just in case. Since it might cause drowsiness, that's a good time to take it anyway.

The Zoloft commercials with the little bubble-man always made me giggle. Now I get to be him. Will I start chasing ladybugs in a few weeks?

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hope this helps..... :) also, give it time... I saw in your journal entry the dr. said it could take 2-4 weeks to kick in and that's TRUE!! Prior to getting pg. when I was taking Wellbutrin, it took over a month to kick in -- I was getting very discouraged, but it was worth it once it worked, so be patient with it! :)

--zannie :)

Posted by zannie @ 03/23/2002 08:16 AM EST

I hope it makes you feel better! I tried Zoloft for a while and the drowsiness is usually only a temporary side effect, thank goodness.

Posted by Jade @ 03/19/2002 02:59 AM EST

i took zoloft for a while a few years ago and it really helped me a lot. it took less time than they said to take effect on me and also didn't have any of the possible negative side effects. here's to you feeling better!

Posted by maggie @ 03/19/2002 12:32 AM EST

That sentance was supposed to say "I know how hard it is to ask for help." Serves me right for not previewing!

Posted by krista @ 03/18/2002 11:26 PM EST

I'm so glad you finally got to see the doctor! I know how hard it is to I hope the Zoloft works for you. My doctor prescribed me Celexa because it's similar (our insurance didn't cover Zoloft) and I noticed a difference right away. I haven't seen any change in Evan since taking it, except I think I am a better mom because of it. And I feel so much happier, calmer and it makes it easier to enjoy every moment of the day. Good luck sweetie!

Posted by krista @ 03/18/2002 11:25 PM EST

Here is hoping you feel like chasing the lady bug :)

Posted by Ami @ 03/18/2002 10:20 PM EST

I have a feeling it will help you, it did wonders for my sister. I take Paxil, and I have found a 360 degree turn around with myself. Be strong and have faith in yourself, you will do great!

Posted by SueEllen @ 03/18/2002 08:30 PM EST

Carrie,

Good for you for going to get help. That's not an easy step to take. My mom recently began taking Zoloft, and she says it's a gentle way of feeling better. The drowsiness did affect her for a bit, but now, she says, the world seems much lighter.

All my best to you.

Posted by Suzanne @ 03/18/2002 03:45 PM EST

Carrie, do you take a B-Complex?

I'm not a doctor and I don't play one on television but I know my B Vitamins help me when I'm in the throws of PMS.

Ask your Doctor. It might be helpful.

Posted by Tyra @ 03/18/2002 03:44 PM EST

I hope it helps Carrie! You so deserve to feel happy....SOON!! Good luck sweetie.

Posted by Bekki @ 03/18/2002 03:27 PM EST