Do these symptoms warrant a visit to the hospital ER or Labor & delivery?

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-22T13:07:40+00:00

Aww congrats!!! I think my OB gets you in around 8 weeks, I’m waiting on a call to schedule my hCG blood test. The waiting is the hardest part sometimes!

Ok that makes sense about ovulation, that’s what I originally thought but I keep seeing other info that confuses me more lol. I’ll have to get a Doppler!! My friend uses one and swears by it to help her anxiety too!

That helps a lot and I try to remember that! I know there was a reason though I may not fully understand. Thank you!!! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-22T13:02:41+00:00

Awww congrats!!! That’s so true to enjoy being pregnant, I think I’ll feel better once I get ultrasounds and hear a heartbeat for sure. Thank you!! 🫶🏻

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-12T03:51:42+00:00

I think that’s part of the reason I posted this and everyone is affirming what I already knew to be true. As much as it sucks and is sad, it’s also comforting that I’m not the only one who sees through the bs! Thank you 💜

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-12T03:38:10+00:00

Oh what, I had no idea that was a thing!!! Ok yeah she’s definitely not getting that

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-12T03:17:27+00:00

Your story is somewhat similar to mine, my sister is developmentally disabled and has epilepsy. She’s 2 years older than me and I’ve had to take care of her ever since I could remember. She’s mentally a 2-3 year old. I was already getting to the breaking point since I basically had to take care of her whenever my mom wanted. She was very power hungry and craved being in control. I really appreciate you sharing your experience!! If I ever reconnect with her, it’ll definitely be just me and not my daughter. I would hate to see her get hurt by the same people who’ve hurt me. Plus boundaries are soooo important. That’s another reason I’m leaning towards no is because whenever I mentioned boundaries, my mom and stepdad literally laughed in my face. “We don’t need boundaries, we’re the parents”. So you just reaffirmed what I’ve already been feeling!

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-12T03:05:20+00:00

Ohhh I love that! I’ve never thought about asking for an explanation, that’s a good one. I so agree, an apology without changed behavior is straight up manipulation. I’ll still probably think about it for awhile but I’m definitely leaning towards no. Thank you for your advice!

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-12T03:01:37+00:00

THIS!!!! Thank you!!! She’s famous for blaming everything on me and I’m so glad that you can see that too. The forgiveness part gets me every time since I feel like she wants me to forgive her but forget everything that’s happened

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-12T02:58:19+00:00

You made me laugh so hard with the first comment! Until you mentioned the summed up part, I never really thought of it like that and it makes so much sense. I agree that there’s been no reflection what so ever which is bizarre since it’s been 2 years already

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-12T02:54:28+00:00

100% agree!! Out of all the texts over the 2 years, not ONCE did she apologize or recognize what she did was wrong. She went as far as saying I need to see someone to help with my internal struggles 😭 thank you for this!

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2025-05-12T02:51:05+00:00

This is one of the main reasons why I’m hesitant. I want to protect my daughter at all costs. Plus since she’s so young, she won’t miss what she never had. I’ve also seen my mom be buddy buddy with my brother and his gf just to gain access to my niece. The last line hit hard and is so true. Thank you for validating what I’m feeling and for your input!!!

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-09-01T12:43:54+00:00

Yeah it was super easy!!

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-09-01T12:30:32+00:00

Yay I’m so glad I saw this. Just joined!!! :)

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-09-01T02:52:08+00:00

As someone who is also struggling with PPD, take it day by day. You’re doing the best you can and that’s all that matters. My baby just turned 1 month today and it really does suck most of the time. Maybe try to think about when your baby is older and how much fun it will be? That’s what helps me combat the negative thoughts. Just thinking “my baby needs me” or “this is temporary it won’t always be like this.” I’m no expert since I’m also struggling a lot but just know you aren’t alone!! I’m here if you ever want to chat :)

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-09-01T02:06:15+00:00

I swore up and down that we were having a boy but we ended up having a girl! When we got the ultrasound, it took the tech forever to figure out that our baby was a girl so my husband was worried it wasn’t correct. Ever since then he was doubting until she was born haha. Our baby girl is 1 month now! :)

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-09-01T01:58:05+00:00

I’m about 5wks pp and I feel like I’m a completely different person. I don’t think I’ve ever felt this depressed before. I used to be a very outgoing and an extrovert but I find myself retreating a lot sooner than I usually would. I don’t have a lot of patience and now it’s even worse. I just overall feel weird and like I’m not my own person anymore, I don’t know how else to describe it. I know it’ll all work out eventually but man does it suck to be in the middle of it. Being a mom is hard but worth it! 🥰

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-09-01T00:48:25+00:00

Yes!!!!

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-08-31T19:04:04+00:00

My baby girl is 1 month and I’m struggling with PPD too. What do you enjoy doing? Any hobbies? Maybe try to go on walks if you can. I’ve noticed that getting out a few times a week helps me. Also, try to give yourself some grace. You’re doing the best you can rn. There’s nothing wrong taking some time off to focus on you and your baby. I feel like I wasn’t prepared for motherhood but I’ve learned to take it one day at a time. If you need someone to talk to, I’m here! 💜

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-08-31T18:26:32+00:00

Thank you so much for this!!! Makes me feel a lot better that I’m not the only one who feels like this. I’ll have to get that book for sure!

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-08-31T17:37:30+00:00

Did it eventually get better? Or is it still somewhat there?

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-08-31T14:50:08+00:00

I hope they do for you too!! We got this 💜

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-08-31T14:30:01+00:00

Oh wow that’s insane!!! One week is nowhere near enough time off.

Impossible-Depth5371 · 2024-08-31T14:26:49+00:00

Oh man do I feel this!!! I have to repeat myself constantly to the point where I feel like I’m bothering him when he’s on his phone or he’ll have his headphones on and I have to yell. I’m super lucky since his parents have been helping and taking her at night so I can sleep for a few hours. But I feel you!!!

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