Do I call you Mom? 
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I take 20 mg of fluoxetine, generic prozac. It’s not a problem for me; just takes the edge off.
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I understand you feeling anxious about finding the right medication, I did too. I have tried quite a few over the years. This last time I tried 2, one was a real bad fit. The breaking in period can be problematic, I won’t sugar coat it. BUT…finding one that really works is like night and day. I really like how Lexapro evens me out. Right now though, I am not taking anything. Part of me would like to, but I have been focusing on getting my physical health in a good place…I was obese and the Lexapro was holding back weight loss…so I went off it. Once I get to where I am at a healthy weight, then I will revisit Lexapro if I need it.
Anyway…it took me a couple of meds to find the right one. It was really worth it tho. It does take patience. 
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Yes, I think that would be for the best, son.
Ronin is, of course, included in the $10K package deal 
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Did you see any increase in energy or focus? By energy, I mean things like no energy to go for a walk, to actually going for a walk? That’s one of the changes I’d hope to see 
Thanks for the info and the reality check. It’s useful to be prepared. A bit like the sober journey. Reading about the hurdles people go through (milestones, the wall, etc) helps me a lot.
Thank you 
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Honestly I only found the difference in my being more calm and not getting so stressed about minor things. I’ve been on it for awhile so hard to say about energy…but I don’t think it affected it either way.
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There are so so many medications out there. I’ve tried Prozac, Effexor, Wellbutrin, Zoloft, Lexapro, Rexulti and maybe a few others I’ve forgotten over the years. You’re right that it takes time and perseverance to find what fits. Some of these decreased my sex drive, one I developed a rash with and others made me gain weight. Right now I’m on Lexapro and it works the best for me because in addition to depression I have Generalized Anxiety Disorder and it’s known to help with anxiety. Also be aware that it can take a full 4-6 weeks for some medications to be at their most effective. It’s hard to stick with it when you want/need immediate relief but unless you have a severe negative side effect, give it some time to work.
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Thank you!!! For your whole post, and for this perspective. I’ll be re-reading this thread in the waiting room tomorrow 
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And trying hard to keep a straight face 
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I know, right!! What depression and anxiety? 
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Should still be on the watch for it. Adoption is an emotionally complicated and trying time for everyone involved. Maybe ask about post adoption counseling or family therapy?
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According to the interweb guy (he’s a prince btw), adoption is really easy. He emphatically stated that you would be fine about it. At least I think that’s what he said. I couldn’t read all his words. It might have been @anon13078412 I was dealing with.
But hey, if you think you and Ronin will need some help adjusting, I’m sure I can find some. That Google thing is awesome
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Mom, I’m… I’m gonna just go to my room for a bit. I need space to process this. It’s just a lot so suddenly right now.
Ronin, come on!
[cat follows, scampering]
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Take all the time you need son.
Night nights.
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You’re cracking me up! Can’t wait to see how this unfolds.
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@C_8 on the point of being honest, I made a list of they key things I wanted to get across in my appointment. I thought there might be a risk of me minimising everything when I got round to saying it out loud. Turned out I bawled my eyes out through the whole appointment so the list was useful anyway, I just handed it over.
Let us know how it goes 
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