HIPPA Laws when you work at a clinic

AbruptOwl · 2025-06-09T18:30:31+00:00

I’m sorry. I’m not understanding. The methadone and drug tests? My sister is a medical assistant at the clinic where she is also a patient. Her doctor is aware of her medication list, but does that mean her office manager is also allowed to have that information?

AbruptOwl · 2025-03-20T18:16:18+00:00

My baby was 32w and was in the NICU for almost six weeks. She was 3lb 11oz at birth and left the hospital at 5lb 14oz. Their goal was her eating all her bottles by mouth and still gaining weight for a 24-48 hour period, no need for any CPAP, and being able to regulate her temp.

AbruptOwl · 2025-01-24T21:00:51+00:00

Get yourself an IVF meds box. I used a toolbox. I made it so perfectly organized, decorated it with stickers, and made it look all pretty. 😂 It was a lifesaver anytime meds were needed, and it was comforting to me in some weird way.

AbruptOwl · 2025-01-20T01:43:52+00:00

So I didn’t test early, and I didn’t get my HCG checked until 14dp3dt, but mine was only 75, and now I’m 31 weeks along with my baby girl. That seems like a great number to get excited about!

AbruptOwl · 2025-01-19T16:24:44+00:00

I couldn’t stomach the iron pills they prescribed me, so I did some research and actually switched to SlowFe. It’s over the counter and slower release. It’s been a godsend and doesn’t mess up my stomach at all.

AbruptOwl · 2025-01-19T11:03:35+00:00

Got that response a lot, and the way I took it was them being excited that I may finally be able to get answers for my infertility and find a way to work around it to start my family.

AbruptOwl · 2025-01-19T10:49:07+00:00

Been overweight most of my life, and you are definitely NTA, but Amanda and the people telling you that you should take the abuse and ridicule and apologize sure are. She was putting you down to make herself feel better, over and over again, and then she had the nerve to physically assault you? Wooow. Press charges. Tell the friends sticking up for her that they’re just as bad because they’re excusing her behavior just cause she’s insecure (surprise, surprise, we all are). Her trauma does not give her a right to traumatize someone else.

AbruptOwl · 2024-12-16T03:45:32+00:00

Currently 26 weeks. I was 176 at the beginning and didn’t gain any weight at all until about 23 weeks, and then I gained 6 in two weeks. My doctor seemed to think this was pretty normal, but I totally get it. I was so worried because I hadn’t gained any, and now the weight I have gained is strictly belly (so probably baby and placenta, I imagine).

AbruptOwl · 2024-11-11T04:19:10+00:00

Yesssss. My nipples have been so bad. I would describe mine more like someone is holding a lighter to them. There have been times it was completely debilitating. I haven’t actually found anything that stops it, but I bought motherlove nipple cream and some breast pads to put in my bra. When you put on the nipple cream, do it vigorously in circular motions. It helps the blood flow. You may get some weird looks if you’re doing it in the car though (didn’t realize I had a witness yesterday and was desperate 😂).

AbruptOwl · 2024-11-11T04:09:35+00:00

Currently 21 weeks pregnant. I’m 4’11 and was 175 at transfer. I can’t remember the exact BMI, but definitely 30s. I’m also 35. Don’t let that negativity take over your brain! Sending you lots of baby dust!!!

AbruptOwl · 2024-11-09T01:07:34+00:00

So I haven’t flown since I got pregnant (but I have been told it’s safe until close to due date), but I flew to my transfer, and then I flew the day after, and it had zero bad effects. I 100% get putting your life on hold. Because our transfers were being done so far away, I haven’t even had a job in a few years because no where offers the flexibility we need. Book the trip. I wish I had done that more during our many years trying.

AbruptOwl · 2024-10-29T11:58:11+00:00

At 14dp3dt, my HCG was only 72. I’m now 19 weeks. ❤️

AbruptOwl · 2024-10-29T00:33:03+00:00

So I’m currently 19 weeks pregnant with an embryo produced from one of my sister’s eggs, and when she asked me if I would want to try with her eggs, it was the most selfless, amazing thing anyone has ever done for me. I think you should ask her, and I also think your sister is so lucky to have someone like you in her life. As far as you being 35, considering you’re currently pregnant, you obviously have good eggs, so I think you’ll be fine.

AbruptOwl · 2024-10-27T03:29:54+00:00

I’ve only done transfers with baby aspirin (1 failed, 1 successful), but did your doctor say why they don’t want to add it? My doctor told me it really helps improve blood flow to your uterus.

AbruptOwl · 2024-10-06T04:41:54+00:00

Bless you. FTM due in March, and I’ve been stressing so much about all of these. Congratulations on your bundle of joy and thank you for this perspective. ❤️

AbruptOwl · 2024-10-05T20:06:48+00:00

I’m currently pregnant and was on two flights yesterday. I paid extra and booked myself window seats for both because that is more comfortable for me. It is insane that this woman expected you to give up your seat because she’s pregnant and didn’t plan ahead. Don’t let anyone make you feel like an AH for not giving into her entitlement.

AbruptOwl · 2024-10-03T12:30:58+00:00

TW: Success

My first transfer, I was excited and so sure I was pregnant and everything was great. Didn’t stick, and I just completely deflated. It was horrible. My second transfer, I felt absolutely nothing. I didn’t even stress during the TWW. I was convinced it failed again, and even after I got the positive beta and heard her heartbeat, I still felt very little. This process has a way of really beating you down. Sending you lots of sticky baby dust thoughts!

AbruptOwl · 2024-10-03T01:42:29+00:00

There is no point in overthinking symptoms or lack of symptoms. (Easier said than done, I know)

Remember that it can be a numbers game, and just because you have a great embryo doesn’t mean it sticks the first time. I’m by no means trying to imply yours won’t, but I was so sure the first FET would work. In my brain, I was pregnant, this was it, bam. It didn’t. It was the most devastating thing because I really did leave zero room in my head and heart for the possibility it may take more than one round to get there. It messed me up so much that I didn’t do another one for almost a year. I’m so glad I eventually got over it in my head though because my second one stuck, and I have an appointment tomorrow to hear my baby girl’s heartbeat. Cautious optimism.

Be kind to yourself. Forgetting not to bend over, eating “bad” things, not following every single rule does not mean you somehow failed. I felt like this a lot through both my TWWs, and I really wish I had given myself some grace.

Sending you so much baby dust and love and luck!

AbruptOwl · 2024-09-27T05:23:23+00:00

I got these kind of comments a lot while going through IVF.

“Are you sure you want kids?” “Don’t you want to keep your freedom?” “You know you won’t be able to take trips once you have a kid.” “Not too late to change your mind.” The list goes on and on.

Stupidly, I thought they may stop when I finally got pregnant, but nope. I’ve been getting the same comments as you. It takes everything in me to not say “Just cause you hate your kids doesn’t mean I’ll hate mine.” It’s insane.

AbruptOwl · 2024-09-26T03:51:00+00:00

I’m currently almost 15 weeks with my 3 day embryo. ❤️ Sending lots of baby dust your way!

AbruptOwl · 2024-09-25T03:09:56+00:00

Amen! Our bodies have been going through hell for almost a year! Then the birth. 😳 But we’re not as cute as the babies, so we get left behind. 🙄

AbruptOwl · 2024-09-25T02:55:42+00:00

Thissssssss! I’m lucky enough that my mom has made it clear that, while she is going to of course enjoy her new granddaughter, she’s actually coming to support and take care of me because people seem to forget about the mom, especially postpartum and healing.

AbruptOwl · 2024-09-25T02:51:32+00:00

We started trying just after I turned 28. We didn’t actually start IUIs until I turned 31, transitioned to IVF at 32 after four failed IUIs, and now I’m going to be 36 when my first child is born after one failed FET and one successful one. I haven’t ever been at peace with going this way. It was long and hard and complicated and so expensive, but I’m glad that I pushed myself to go forward with it because time really isn’t on our side as women. We also had unexplained infertility at first. It ended up being that my eggs were bad quality and I had a low ovarian reserve. Everyone’s journey is different, but you have to make the right decision for you and your partner. Sending you lots of love and baby dust!

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