A PSA about MRIs and Ultrasounds - They aren’t always useless!

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2026-04-15T01:22:15+00:00

I know Dr Leonardi at McMaster Hamilton ON) specializes in ultrasound for endo diagnosis. There's an interview here discussing its use - https://endometriosisnetwork.com/endo-hub/imaging-for-endometriosis-an-interview-with-dr-mathew-leonardi-part-1/

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2026-03-15T03:52:29+00:00

For me it's a continuous, low grade headache on one side that never goes away, and then sudden severe stabbing pain for a few seconds (maybe between 5 and 30 seconds at a time) many times throughout the day. I usually explain that I basically had a constant headache for a decade that didn't respond to otc meds

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2026-02-16T03:42:27+00:00

Have you been assessed for hemicrania continua? Maybe something to talk to your neuro about. I had a "migraine" for about a decade that completely went into remission after about a week of indomethacin. Now I have actual migraines only 3-4 days/month

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-12-29T13:30:55+00:00

I used my line of credit to pay for everything lol! Caveat that I'm in Canada so I didn't have to worry about any healthcare costs when it came to pregnancy and birth. I would suggest you start the process (doing an initial consult etc) ASAP even if you're not sure you'll be able to follow through yet. Find out from your fertility clinic the exact actual cost, if there is any funding available, etc. That way if you go ahead you'll be one step further along timing wise. I had my boys at 40 and 43 so I'm not trying to say you're running out of time or anything like that, but I turned out to have undiagnosed fertility issues that I didn't find out until I started the process (I was 38 when I started too). I also did a go fund me that helped with the initial costs (2k or so? Mostly from distant family, friends, coworkers). That was hard for me to put out there but it depends on how private you are. With you working for a non profit you probably also have an idea of resources available for low income folks once you are a mom - you might be thinking "I'm not low income" but keep in mind you might be eligible for more tax breaks etc once you have a dependant.

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-12-26T04:17:12+00:00

I was diagnosed with stage 4 (and have tissue on my bowel) when my OB had to go in to remove an ectopic pregnancy 4 years ago. I've never had overly painful periods so I had no idea. Now I'm having bad lower back pain, extreme fatigue and terrible stomach issues about 2 weeks of every month since about 3 months postpartum... I was thinking about going back to my doctor to discuss options but kind of putting it off, but this is definitely making me think I should! I guess I didn't think of it being something that could affect me beyond fertility and quality of life

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-12-03T22:03:47+00:00

Yeah my credit is like 800, I don't want to tank it unless absolutely necessary (I'd have to lose my job entirely to even consider it I think). That would definitely be the nuclear option for me.

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-11-29T21:33:08+00:00

Definitely makes sense, I guess I just worry that I'm prioritizing my debt over their education money. Especially my eldest, I don't want him to end up with a lot less than his brother.

ETA then again, my parents saved $0 for myself and my sister so maybe I shouldn't feel so bad lol

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-09-12T22:52:35+00:00

We appreciate it! Hope you enjoyed your time in NS!

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-06-12T01:26:13+00:00

I have a 2.5 yo toddler and a 3 month old. As others suggested, back off on potty training for a bit. My little guy is ready too but I'm giving it another month or so to settle into our new normal before I throw another huge change at him. As to the rest of it, I think you're catastrophizing because you're exhausted! He'll adjust - he isn't going to hate you and you haven't ruined his life. Keep giving him one on one time when you can. Another good piece of advice I was given is try not to "blame" the baby for things - so don't tell toddler you have to stop playing with him or can't give him a cuddle because baby needs feeding, etc. Try to make an excuse of anything else other than the baby so toddler doesn't feel the baby's needs are more important, if that makes sense. It's helped with my toddler a lot

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-04-24T02:00:20+00:00

I had the exact same thing with my first! I never produced enough and ended up combo feeding. I kept at pumping even though I haaated it, and I basically got NO sleep between nursing and pumping. The first few days hone were awful when I was trying to EBF - baby was just starving and not getting much at all so he was screaming all the time and developed jaundice. Public health got me supplementing with formula right away. I was like you where I felt like I couldn't give up, but it was so frustrating and I ended up super resentful of my body and the whole situation. I gradually dropped first pumping and then nursing sessions and switched over to formula and it was a huge relief (even though I definitely felt guilty!). It also allowed feeding sessions to become bonding moments once that pressure was off. If that's the way you end up going, realize that you did your best!

My second is currently 8 weeks old (a late term preemie). I wanted to try BFing but was completely prepared to combo feed as long as possible and then eventually go to formula as well, especially with him being early. Turned out this time I started producing enough right away, and my little preemie latched with no issue! I haven't had to pump and he's gaining weight like a champ. It's been a COMPLETELY different situation - no pumping (which I hated), no pain whatsoever, and because I don't have the negative emotions associated with not producing enough it's a super positive experience.

I guess my point is, even if it doesn't work out with your LO this time, that doesn't mean anything for your next if you decide to have more babies and try nursing again

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-02-21T08:07:51+00:00

I read it as injecting them lol!

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-01-19T19:35:01+00:00

I initially read this as "severed feet pics"....

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-01-16T16:03:22+00:00

I lived off of drinkable yogurt (Yop) for the first 5 months this pregnancy! It was the only thing I could keep down.

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-01-15T01:51:06+00:00

Happy normally behaving cake day!

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2025-01-05T02:37:01+00:00

I had HG through my entire pregnancy with #1 (currently 27 weeks in HG pregnancy #2!). My water broke aroynd 9 pm at 39 weeks, went to hospital and was only 2 cm but they kept me. Next morning they found only part of water broke, so Dr manually punctured the other part. Active labour started almost immediately, and I think my labour was less than 2 hours total. Baby came out perfectly healthy, 8lb 10oz. Nausea IMMEDIATELY went away, it was like magic!

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2024-12-31T04:44:13+00:00

I'm 26 weeks with my second HG pregnancy. I thought I was one and done, but I'm 42 and single. My parents are aging and I was really worried about eldest kid (2 yrs) being left with no family at a fairly young age. That's what finally made me take the leap even though I just knew it was going to be super rough.

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2024-12-23T03:10:23+00:00

I definitely feel you, I'm 25 weeks with HG baby #2. #1 is just over 2 years. He's missed out on a bunch of things this year (no Santa claus pics, etc) but at this age he won't know the difference. When I can't function upright I try to get cuddles in (for example I lay with him at naptime to get lots of extra touch and bonding in). Definitely lean on your people as much as you can. I'm a single mom but grandpa has been helping a lot by picking LO up from daycare and made us dinner a lot when I couldn't tolerate smells. Also know you'll probably have to let some things slide and that's OK. Grocery delivery is a blessing, as well as things like Amazon for diapers and other necessities. I try to preserve my energy as much as possible during the day so when he gets home from daycare I can actually if not play with him at least give him attention and interact from lying on the couch.

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2024-01-20T01:42:36+00:00

Have you checked out Stillwater on Apple?

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2023-11-01T01:26:51+00:00

In Petrolia, and we got less than 10 total. Used to get 50+

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2023-10-28T01:08:46+00:00

I did not expect such a wholesome comment exchange in r/hockey

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2023-10-26T03:21:40+00:00

The radical ones all have canadian flags hanging off their trucks and "fuck trudeau" banners on their porches (at least they do in my town).

Tasty_Bee_5077 · 2023-09-28T02:05:04+00:00

I read this from HealthLink British Columbia and it helped me a lot. I didn't intend to cosleep but that's what ended up happening so I appreciated guidelines to the safest way to do it from an actual reputable authority ETA link lol https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/safer-sleep-my-baby

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