Question by Sarah: Pregnancy safe ways to calm anxiety on an airplane?
I have a horrible fear of flying. Usually, everytime I fly I take some Xanax to calm my nerves. That is really the only way I can fly without having an increased heart rate, sweaty palms, shaking, etc. I have to fly for Thanksgiving. I wil be 13 1/2 weeks when I fly. Does anyone know of any ways I can calm my anxiety while flying that is safe for pregnancy? I know it’s not healthy to be that nervous while I am pregnant and really want to do something to ease my anxiety. Thanks.

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Question by Jennifer: Anti-depressants that are safe during pregnancy?
I’ve been reading a lot about anti-depressants and pregnancy, most of which can be very harmful to the unborn baby. But some websites also say that there ARE some anti-depressants out there that are safe during pregnancy… I was just wondering if anyone knew what these anti-depressants that are safe during pregnancy are?!

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I’m looking for a natural anti-depressant that would not be harmful in early pregnancy.

Obviously I need to ask a doctor but I didn’t know if maybe someone had some personal knowledge/experience on this subject. By the way, I was taking paxil until I found out I was pregnant so I am not on any meds for depression/anxiety now.

Blood presser – Labetalol 300mg, am & 300mg pm

Hormone – Medroxypr ac 10mg, am, 10 days out of the month to start my period

Herb, Dong Quai root 2 am, 2 afternoon, 2 pm

Herb, Chaste tree berry, 40 drops, am, afternoon, pm

Sleeping- Benadryl 2-3 pm

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A newly pregnant patient is taking 60 mg of fluoxetine for depression and fibromyalgia. Is it safe for her to continue taking this drug during pregnancy?
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Ok, I’m tired of trying to work through anxiety without meds. I really need something. I just wanted to get pregnant very soon, but it’s clear I don’t do well without medication.

Is there ANY antianxiety drug considered safe for use during pregnancy!?

I have been recently prescribed lilly-fluoxetine for my depression and anxiety attacks, how would the dose or medication affect my baby? I am currently 5 months pregnant. The dr that prescribed the medication says that i will not harm the baby, how trusting can i be of that comment?