I am 33 weeks pregnant and preparing for labor and delivery. I have panic disorder, and my largest dread is having attacks all through labor. My disorder is under control at the second by use of Prozac as I was hospitalized all through mid-pregnancy for the attacks. My doctor had no choice but to use medication sorry to say. With something as severely painful as labor, but, I am worried that I will still have panic attacks regardless of being on medication.
Has anyone ever experienced labor and delivery with severe panic disorder, and is willing to share their tale with me? Do you have any suggestions to curb any attacks all through labor or to prepare for labor? What do the doctors/nurses do if you have attacks all through labor? Is there any medication you should take to relax you all through labor? (Yes I will be discussing these things with my doctor at my next appointment, but would also like to hear private experience.)