I have been taking xanax for 8 years , i have a 3 yr old son. and i think am pregnant.. is there any new information that anyone has about taking this medication during pregnancy. I have a severe anxiety disorder and its the only thing thats been keeping me alive.. I gone through so many things in 1 year i lost my father , grandfather and best friend. i am a recover ing cocaine addicted and i been clean for 8 years. thank god my son is healthy i share this with u cause it has made me stronger.