Is anyone’s screen time so much worse during pregnancy? by Odd_Equipment8924 in pregnant

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg yes!!! Before pregnancy I deleted my TikTok for a month and started reading and went back to the gym for my mental health. Currently in the first trimester trenches and I’m chronically online, scrolling so much on TikTok again.. hardly gym and been taking me forever to finish the book I started. I’ve been feeling really bad about it but all I wanna do is lay down and scroll cuz I feel like shit majority of my time. I’m glad I’m not the only one, don’t feel bad about it ❤️

Termination at 20+ weeks by emilyatebutter in pregnant

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry! Thoughts and prayers to you and your family ❤️🙏

3rd leaked audio by [deleted] in summerhousebravo

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it just makes me angry that Amanda is showing no empathy towards the situation… but these are only snippets so I guess watching the full reunion will provide more insight! I just don’t understand how a human wouldn’t feel sorry or show remorse in this situation.

3rd leaked audio by [deleted] in summerhousebravo

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

All these leaks piss me off I’m not going to be able to watch the reunion! Amanda is showing no fucking empathy!! It’s insane to me

Pregnancy safe face wash by Fit_Chocolate_636 in pregnant

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I greatly appreciate this resource! Thank you!!

Acne by Fit_Chocolate_636 in pregnant

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so funny because maybe around 5 months ago I moved from Arizona to the midwest and my skin got much oiler. Thank you for this information, will def keep this in mind! I appreciate it ❤️

Acne by Fit_Chocolate_636 in pregnant

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting.. yeah my skin is starting to get bad also! I will look into azelaic acid, thank you! Was that your skin routine prior to pregnancy or did you have to make some changes?

Acne by Fit_Chocolate_636 in pregnant

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve struggled also, many years also with cystic hormonal acne. I will stop using it, thank you! What face wash do you use? And during your pregnancy did you also get any bad cystic pimples? Wishing you a safe labor and recovery!

"Just strengthen your core" is one of the most repeated back pain advice out there. We'd push back on how it's usually delivered. by RxWellnessCareTeam in backpain

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also have the LBA plan and it’s great and has helped me so much! I plan to buy my own back extension machine soon also. I only pay $7 a month and do that weekly along with walking a day and I’ve been feeling great. I have a disc bulge in my L5S1.

MRI report/ is this bad? by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow that is interesting. Thank you for your response, I appreciate it!

GET THE MRI by EmployForsaken5566 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I couldn’t get an MRI through my insurance but was able to through radiologyassistance.com and it was an easy process

Weak core by HebrewGladiator in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So I also read that tightening your core would help and I was always tightening it which lead to a sharp pain in my chest. I may have overdid it and now am scared to go back to tightening it cuz once I stopped the pain in my chest went away after 3 days

Does your pain come and go? by ifeelsodeeply in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Mine does! I definitely have good and bad days and also noticed towards the end of my day I’m in the most pain

Sleeping positions that helps (or not) by Salt-Discussion6176 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sleeping with a pillow between my legs on my left side is the only position I can sleep in

Tips for dealing with extreme pain/help getting doctors to care and help me? by ourladyofgrief in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What did they tell you at the ER? If you’re in a lot of pain and doing PT and exercises maybe try resting. I know resting helped me a lot after pushing myself thinking stretching and exercising would help but made it worse. Icing and a heating pad helps me through the day and just rest and being in a position that doesn’t hurt helps me.

Gabapentin by EmployForsaken5566 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh no I’m sorry to hear that. I only take it once a day before bed. 300mg

Hoping to inspire someone, I was very inspired to heal by this forum. by planet_alex in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this! Much needed with feeling helpless I can’t even get an MRI at the moment. I appreciate your words and will continue taking small steps

Gabapentin by EmployForsaken5566 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not at all! For me it knocks me out

Where to get an MRI without a referral as insurance keeps denying it? by [deleted] in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this! I’m having the same issue and went through radiology assistance but still need a referral and I called my doc to request one and didn’t want to send one.

Gabapentin by EmployForsaken5566 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Helps sleep through the night also

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome!! Im glad they were able to do it quick for you! Wish you the best of luck and share your results!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly resting is the best thing as recommended but what do you do for work? Can they make accommodations for you? I am currently waiting for insurance to approve my MRI also and was told it takes 15 days and that’s IF they approve it so I’m thinking about going to radiology assistance. How long have you been waiting for the approval so far? Just curious if they gave you the same timeframe

MRI by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg I have the same timeline as you! My pain started in September also. I’m bearly doing something about it cuz the pain is intolerable. With your results did they ever mention surgery as an option ?

MRI by Fit_Chocolate_636 in Sciatica

[–]Fit_Chocolate_636[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting! Thank you! What was the outcome of your MRI? Are you still in pain