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I was wondering if it's normal to be emotional even depressed while doing the Fertility Cleanse? I am on day 9 of the liver cleanse and find myself depressed and very emotionally sensitive. I started this cleanse with a very positive attitude but for some reason it has taken a turn to being negative. I'm hoping it's just the release of toxins. I have improved my diet, drink fertility smoothies daily, practice fertility yoga, use the castor oil packs and see my acupuncturist once a week. I hoping this will change cd 18 when I switch to the uterine cleanse. I would love to hear if anyone else has experienced these feelings as well.

Hi JennS,

With cleansing of any kind depression and emotional sensitivity are common. This could be caused from toxins being released, not drinking enough water (make sure 8 glasses a day, minimum) and hormonal shift and adjustment. Be gentle on yourself, take it easy when possible. Sweating helps eliminate toxins, take a hot bath, go for a vigorous walk, dance. It sounds to me like you are doing everything you should.

I hope you feel better.

Dalene

Yes, it can be normal as Dalene said. All of her suggestions are right on. Get more water and rest. You have given your body the opportunity to cleanse and release all the toxins and stuck "stuff" and it took you up on your invitation. It sounds like the liver cleanse was really needed by your body and working perfectly.

Thank you Dalene and Hethir. Just to give you an update I felt so much better once I completed the liver cleanse. My mood and energy completely changed about 2 days into the uterine cleanse. My acupuncturist even said my pulse was stronger. I feel great now and am looking forward to TTC this cycle! This website is terrific, I've learned so much from you in the past months. Thank you again.

Great JennS!

Keep us posted!

Best Wishes,

Dalene