The Word Among Us

November 2005 Issue

A Last Minute Save

My struggle with depression.

By: Kathleen Hervochon

My husband, George, and I were overjoyed when we realized we were expecting our third child. Although this pregnancy was threatened by toxemia and possible premature delivery, our third precious daughter, Megan, was delivered on her due date. We recognized God's goodness in her healthy birth and couldn't wait to share our love with her.

Unexpectedly, in the weeks that followed, I had great difficulty sleeping and found myself becoming irritable and depressed. I consulted...

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