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1. moonfire Said,

   YES!!! But they don't call it "post-partum". It's just hormones or regular depression. There are a million things that could be causing it.References :

2. Neal J Said,

   That would be prepartum depresionReferences :

3. martha95355 Said,

   I think its possible—think of what is making u cry and why ur feeling like that—u need to start feeling better just because ur baby is coming and he/she needs a welcoming home!References :

4. almost mommy Said,

   NO!!! its just DEPRESSIONReferences :

5. Cobalt Said,

   By definition, no. Post- means after and -partum refers to pregnancies.

   That's just normal depression. You can have depression prior to your period, though.References :

6. chrsban Said,

   Yes you can have depression before the baby is born only it's not postpartum it is prenatal depression. I had it with my son and am starting to show signs of it again. It is good that you recognie that something is wrong…..you should tell your obgyn and he/she can help you. Good luckReferences :

7. jennanderton2006 Said,

   postpartum means after delivery anything else is either hormones or regular depression. talk to your doctorReferences :

8. Laura R Said,

   treat yourself to something that will lift your spirits!!
   You're just getiting tired of being pregnant probably.
   Chin up, and let people know you're not feeling yourself.
   Hope you feel better.References : Mom of 1 and 4 wks preg.

9. Beth C Said,

   YES! You absolutely can. It happens to many women but they just don't talk about it. Everyone thinks you should feel elated your entire pregnancy when in fact a large number of women get depression. Call our doctor. They can prescribe antidepressants that are fine to take while pregnant. Don't suffer, your baby suffers if you suffer. For you and your entire family you deserve to feel better.References :

10. Ryan's mom Said,

    If your depression is prolonged talk to your OB/GYN. They may be able to prescribe something for you. I was put on Zoloft after losing my baby girl at 21 weeks and was told that when I got pregnant again I could continue to take it if I needed it.References :

11. mgm_5 Said,

    well thats prepartum depression , it's maybe anxiety or fear or knowing u won't be pregnant anymore.References :

12. CHEEKY Said,

    yes that is totally normal. your hormones are going nutsssss. talk to your dr .. maybe there is something you can take that wont harm your baby. good luck .. cheer up you have a great life coming ahead. babies are so precious.References :

13. JoesWifee Said,

    I just read an article on this today! If you are feeling depressed now, it could lead to post-partum depression — there's a higher chance. You should have a good support system (support from friends and family — people who you can talk to and vent to) and talk to your doctor about any of these concerns as well.

    I think you need to talk to your doctor… seriously.

    Good luck.References :

14. firefighter bound Said,

    Yes you can have depression before you have the baby.References :

15. Angie Said,

    I would say its hormones… Postpartum depression only occurs after pregnancy.References :

16. delia g Said,

    GIRL LET ME TELL YOU IT CAN HIT YOU ANYTIME!! I HAD DEPRESSION AFTER I HAD MY FIRST CHILD .THEN WHEN I WAS EXPECTING MY 2ND I GOT IT BEFORE SHE WAS BORN ,THEN WITH ME EXPECTING MY THIRD ALSO BEFORE. IT REALLY HARD TO HAVE DEPRESSION AFTER YOU HAVE MORE THAN ONE. THANK GOD FOR MY HUSBAND! USUALLY AFTER YOU HAVE THE BABY YOU'LL GET BETTER BUT STILL SEEK MEDICATION FOR THIS ONCE I DID NO MATTER WHEN YOU GET IT BEFORE OR AFTER YOU'LL GET BACK TO NORMAL. JUST BE CAREFUL AND MONITOR YOU'RE DEPRESSION FOR SOME GET THE DEPRESSION THAT WILL MAKE YOU HURT THE ONES YOU REALLY LOVE.
    ANOTHER THING WHEN I TOOK MEDS I ONLY HAD TO TAKE IT FOR ABOUT 3-4 DAYS AND I WAS LIKE NEW. DIFFERENT PEOPLE DIFFERENT BODIES DIFFERENT REACTIONS SO MANY MIGHT STILL HAVE TO TAKE THE DEORESSION PILLS LONGER THAN OTHERS.DON'T FORGET TO ENJOY YOU BUNDLE OF JOY THOUGH THEY GROW SO FAST!!!References :

17. jennifertrinitysky Said,

    you can have depression true out the whole pregnancyReferences :

18. sunshine girl Said,

    that is just your hormones it is very normal. with my daughter the last 3 months all i did was sleep cause i did not feel like seeing anybody or doing anyhtingReferences :