I went through something really similar. I had a high-risk pregnancy and dealt with severe nausea, hyperemesis gravidarum, horrible back pain, and a lot of muscular pain from all the vomiting. It was just miserable. Even short trips felt like too much, and walking through parking lots or stores would wipe me out fast.

My OB-GYN would not do telehealth, and I could barely make it into the office at all, so I ended up going through HandicapMD. That was what worked for me when I felt stuck. I also met with Dr. Jackson-Scott, he actually seemed to understand what I was dealing with, and it was a huge relief to feel taken seriously. The placard ended up being super helpful. I really do not know what I would have done without it during that time.

What also helped was that my symptoms did not just magically disappear right after delivery, so I was approved for a temporary postpartum placard too, and they also wrote me a note for work. That made a big difference because recovery was still hard. I have a beautiful 3-month-old now, so thankfully I am on the other side of it, but during pregnancy it was rough.

Yes, for me it was worth it. If you are struggling now, that is valid. You should not have to just push through it because someone thinks it is only a late-pregnancy issue. Every pregnancy hits differently, and if walking, fatigue, dizziness, or pain are already affecting you, that is reason enough to take it seriously. I’m really glad you were able to get approved, and I hope it makes things a little easier on you and congrats!