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I haven't personally been on antidepressants before so I can't respond in that regard. Taking any medication during pregnancy all boils down to risk vs benefit. There's a chance that antidepressants might pose health risks to your unborn child BUT stopping might pose health risks for you. Pregnancy can trigger a whole host of hormones and emotions that make it more difficult to cope with depression, especially untreated depression. Typically the risk of birth defects due to mothers who take antidepressants during pregnancy is low, and while there are some that aren't recommended, there are some medications that are. Certain SSRIs, SNRIs, Wellbutrin, and tricyclic antidepressants could be considered as an option. Zoloft generally falls into the safe-to-take category (it's an SSRI). Paxil (an SSRI) isn't recommended and neither are MAOIs. Trust your RE's judgement and recommendation to stay on your Zoloft--chances are it'll be best for you. Happy mom = happy baby :) Best of luck.

I forgot to mention that I'm a registered nurse and I used to work in inpatient addictions and mental health.

I agree, trust your dr. I have been on Wellbutrin during TTC and pregnancy - it's safe according to my dr.

I have bipolar so on venelafaxine which I have been told if pregnant not to take but iam also on abilify which I have been told it is safer for me to take. It as others have said all depends on the benefits outweighing the risks.