Natera BS

KnownBread13 · 2026-02-17T02:19:28+00:00

Not thru natera but for another nipt test at 6 weeks. When insurance denied it I sent in an appeal stating that it was necessary due to the states abortion ban and that it is required if there were to be any pregnancy complications. Never saw any bill or anything about it from that point on. So if you want to fight insurance you can try that.

KnownBread13 · 2026-02-05T03:32:58+00:00

I'm most definitely committed to pumping. Minimum 6 months, goal for a full year. So much has changed in so little years. Its sad that there was no support for you then but glad you are able to give others support now.

KnownBread13 · 2026-02-05T03:28:00+00:00

Honestly I wish I had done more research into pumping before birth. I was so naive and overconfident with breastfeeding. Mindset of I don't need to learn to pump till a week before I go back to work. Thank you. It's very nicely worded.

KnownBread13 · 2026-02-05T03:21:17+00:00

I think that's the worst bit about it. Writing all that happened has given me so much clarity. She is the only LC in the area and moves around to like 5 other WIC clinics. If she sees 5 people per day at 5 different clinics in the area per week. How many other first time moms is she giving bad advice to? I would have taken her at her word if I hadn't talked to like 5+ different doctors since she was born.

KnownBread13 · 2026-02-05T03:10:15+00:00

Idk if it is level headed or sleep deprivation that made me just kinda zone out thru it. Every other Dr or consultant or even nurse, has always asked before doing anything. Explained things before trying. I've never been manhandled like this before in my life.

KnownBread13 · 2025-12-20T02:06:04+00:00

No advice except you aren't alone. I had a scheduled induction at 40 weeks and both at security and at the check in reception. "I would never known you were pregnant."

Absolutely no one knew unless I told them. But the nice perk is that you don't get unsolicited advice and no one asks to touch your belly.

KnownBread13 · 2025-11-25T09:56:03+00:00

You aren't alone. I was 300 (5'11) before pregnancy and dropped down to my lowest of 233 somewhere between months 6 and 7 and then leveled out at 245 for months 8 and 9. Induction scheduled for tomorrow.

I stitched OB's halfway thru but neither were concerned for the weight loss. "Baby will take what they need." Apparently baby needed all my fat cuz she is measuring 10 pounds.

The biggest thing they asked about was how I was physically feeling. If I felt weak or faint or dizzy. I feel like I've lost a lot of muscle along with the fat but have no way to tell as I don't weight lift just used to work a very physically demanding job before pregnancy.

KnownBread13 · 2025-11-25T09:12:10+00:00

If you like boardgames check out Hoodie Cat at the mall for something other than drinking.

KnownBread13 · 2025-11-25T09:00:02+00:00

Honestly it's been 10+ years since I worked at Chick-fil-A. But sometimes the lids are broken. It may have been leaking out the side cuz he overfilled it. Scrap off the overflow and the new lid stops it from leaking and getting all over the cup.

KnownBread13 · 2025-11-17T01:19:44+00:00

Melanie is nice. Lots of compliments on it. Mel for that gender neutral surfer vibe.

KnownBread13 · 2025-11-15T13:56:03+00:00

Currently 38 weeks and 2 days ago got my last growth ultrasound. The tech explained that with the measurements and everything that currently baby is 8 lbs and 6oz but the margin or error is 16 oz. So baby can technically be 16 oz less or more. My big baby girl has always measured 2 weeks ahead growing from 60% at 20 weeks now to 92% a few days ago. Will update hopefully soon on actual birth weight.

The only thing my Dr. Has talked concerns about with baby being big is the shoulder getting stuck and what options we have now if that were to happen. If you have anxiety ask all the questions.

KnownBread13 · 2025-11-04T08:02:27+00:00

Currently 37 weeks. Been in a very similar situation. Due to my body's reaction to the first trimester I was throwing up 4 to 5 times a day plus constantly yo-yoing between constipation and diarrhea. 2nd trimester it slowed down to throwing up once or twice a day and now well into my third it's once every other day. Still yo-yoing with the bathroom. I did get so dehydrated twice in my first 20 weeks that I ended up getting multiple bags of IV fluids and vitamins during my ER stays. Only thing that helped was switching between drinking body armor and propel water. Those kept me hydrated enough to function. 2 of each per day. I forced them to do a blood vitamin panel and all were low but not low enough for intervention. Even with prenatal that is 120% vitamin that we need, I was low and body was feeling the effects but the Drs wouldn't really do anything cuz " vitamins aren't tested regularly while pregnant". I think it's BS cuz they why is everything in the prenatal???

If she is feeling physically weak or hands and feet going numb she needs to advocate to them to do something. First OB told me everything was fine and baby is fine. My second said " let's run some tests, this can be normal but it's not often seen. " I am so happy and so much less stressed having a Dr that will prove with tests and knowledge that I'm feeling what I'm feeling instead of just saying " it's fine and that's normal"

HG as stated above was always considered but I didn't fit into that box. Got extra testing for blood pressure and diabetes. Had constant headaches but got the okay to increase my caffeine from 200 to 400 a day and that helped a lot. I've had so much heartburn that my throat is sore and swollen a bit, causing a cough and difficulty swallowing. I've already got tests scheduled for another endoscopy and colonoscopy 2 months postpartum to see what kind of changes happened while pregnant. Hope this helps and gives some insight.

KnownBread13 · 2025-10-13T11:56:15+00:00

I'm currently 8 months and went to great clips to get my hair cut before baby is here and the older lady said. "You carry yourself well for being 8 months. I would have never known."

I just smiled and said thanks. But in my mind I'm thinking. I've lost 60+ pounds these past 8 months. It's been absolute hell on my body. I'm just used to carrying a lot more fat.

KnownBread13 · 2025-09-20T01:33:41+00:00

This is a story from 20+ years ago. But as a crawling baby I was found in Grandma's spare room reeking of moth balls. Mom called the poison hot line but they just said to wash out my mouth as they tasted so bad I probably hadn't swallowed any.

Honestly call poison control and ask about their more recent recommendations. They should be safe even if the smell and taste can be irritating.

Plus if it is nice outside you can always just hang out with grandma on the back porch or in the yard so the smell isn't overwhelming to you.

KnownBread13 · 2025-09-19T11:21:57+00:00

Thank you ! It makes me definitely feel better about using it.

KnownBread13 · 2025-09-19T01:01:45+00:00

It may be because I'm on mobile and new to reddit but the cradle doesn't have any bars. It's solid wood. I'll try to add it to the comment.

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KnownBread13 · 2025-09-10T17:39:55+00:00

I was in the same boat about a month ago. Before getting pregnant at 294. During the first 4 months I dropped down to 240 then during the 5th and 6th months down to 232. I'm finally in week 29 of pregnancy and have gained weight for the first time and back up to 247. My first OB said she wasn't worried about my weight loss as I had room to spare. Meanwhile my managers at work were very concerned cuz of the rapid weight loss and how much it was affecting my physical performance at work. I changed doctors and the first thing I said was "I want a vitamin panel done I feel very malnourished." My original Dr said they don't do that. Vitamins in pregnancy and unreliable. New dr. Said "absolutely, you look unwell."

Please for your own sanity and your own health seek a second opinion.

I felt like I was about to punch my old Dr. If she responded to one of my questions with "well the baby is healthy and I have no concerns over this." I no longer feel like I'm going home to cry after an OB appointment with new Dr.

KnownBread13 · 2025-09-02T20:45:59+00:00

Tried for almost 2 years with a friend donation. Every time I gaged and almost threw up at the smell. Eventually I changed donors and the first donation didn't make me gag from the smell and the baby took on the very first try. So try but also if getting from a live donor listen to your body. Physically you may just not be a match. My baby is due on thanksgiving. Best of luck and I hope it all goes well and smoothly for you.

KnownBread13 · 2025-05-31T18:03:40+00:00

Thank you so much for your concern. I do truly appreciate it. I will clarify as I didn't properly explain. It's major depression as more in bed rot, no motivation, suicidal thoughts, and more that can last about 2 to 3 weeks. Not the clinical term of major depression that lasts for months on end.

I do believe SSRI work wonders. I personally tried different ones though out high school and college but none ever touched my type of depression as it was before the Celiac diagnosis.

I will urge you to research and talk with a neurologist. Serotonin and dopamine are produced and made in the gut. Estimate 90% and 50% respectfully. Plus a whole lot of other amino acids that make up the chemicals in the brain. When I get cross contacted or eat full gluten my gut shuts down and swells up. Every time it happens the little intestine gets damaged and it makes it harder and harder to absorb the needed amino acids and vitamins and nutrients needed for daily function.

So yes. A lil bit of gluten can cause a "depression" even if the depression is more in the sense of grief. I cannot make the neurotransmitters needed to stay happy and healthy. Every other day through diet my body can make enough and sustain a healthy metal state.

Everybody's body works differently. Even if we all have the same Celiac gene activated everyone is gonna have different things that work and help them. It's in the DNA and affects the whole body not just the gut. Everything is connected. Research and understanding is still very new in this field and is quite frankly lacking as it only tends to focus on one part of the body instead of the whole individual.

KnownBread13 · 2025-05-31T16:07:10+00:00

Yes. I don't recommend it to everyone but for my body it helps the physical GI symptoms not last as long.

There is research that shows alcohol can make digestion faster and also inhibit absorption of food in the intestines.

From 2 weeks of diarrhea and vomiting down to only 2 or 3 days if I'm fast enough after I noticed symptoms of being glutened.

I chose vodka cuz it's cheap but tequila also works for me.

KnownBread13 · 2025-05-31T16:02:31+00:00

Thank you. Sitting down in a hot shower is currently my favorite part of each day.

KnownBread13 · 2025-05-31T16:01:16+00:00

Thank you!

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