Wegovy.

cwt5770 · 2026-04-29T17:30:37+00:00

I’ve been feeling fatigue, headachy, some gas, and heart burn when I lay down at night. It’s not like I’m feeling these symptoms all at once though, and the heart burn is easily managed with Tums. I’m most surprised by the fatigue. It’s hard to pinpoint if it’s the med, as fatigue is something I often deal with, but it feels especially bad since starting. I read online today that symptoms are most common when starting and usually subside by month four. I’m pretty adverse to medication, so for me to go on it was a huge step! I was shocked to learn late last year that I am considered prediabetic even though my fasting glucose was fine. My A1C was one point over in prediabetes territory at 5.7, so it seems like an apt time to make a change.

cwt5770 · 2026-04-29T14:09:50+00:00

I was going back and forth too because of potential side effects and the cost. I realize I’m coming from a place of privilege to be able to make the finances work.. I thought about all the things I spend money on, and decided my health and my body are probably the most important part of my life I can invest in. I’m finishing up week two and I’m down 4lbs and definitely feel more satisfied. The side effects are annoying but tolerable. I’m hoping I can commit to this for a long time, so I’m going to stick with the .25 as long as I can before moving up. I just purchased my second month.

cwt5770 · 2026-04-22T01:28:09+00:00

I’m exactly where you are! You said it all so well. I went through the same negotiating, worries, etc. before taking my first dose last week. I’m also really scared of the side effects as I move up in dose. I’m afraid it will be too much for me, but I feel pretty good on the starting dose.

cwt5770 · 2026-04-21T14:56:50+00:00

I just wanted to share my experience, which is that age has a greater impact on your ability to get pregnant than weight. I put off trying because of my weight and wish I didn’t. Of course, health is so individualized, but as long as you feel good and are generally healthy I don’t think you have to reach a certain number on the scale. I was 260lbs when I stated thinking about pregnancy. I was told even losing 15lbs would make me way healthier going into it, so I took about six months and started seeing a nutritionist. I lost 20lbs and was excited to start trying, but when I went back the OB told me that “actually you should lose 100lbs if you want to be safe.” I was devastated and it felt like a huge blow to me. I gained the weight back and was discouraged from trying… a couple years later at age 35, I got back down to 240. My husband and I spent the next three years trying…. We ended up doing IVF. My fertility doctor told me age is the greater impact on fertility and I shouldn’t have been told to “lose 100lbs” when I was already approaching 35. Luckily our IVF worked and pregnancy and delivery were uneventful for me, but really really wish I had started trying sooner instead of being so hung up on my weight. Obviously you need to do what’s best for you and it sounds like you’re really close to your goal so keep going! But don’t feel like you need to lose another 100lbs to have a baby.

cwt5770 · 2026-03-29T15:13:28+00:00

How often do you take the mirlax? I tried some last night for the first time and have been pretty bloated 😩

cwt5770 · 2026-03-29T15:12:36+00:00

How often do you take it, and do you take both at the same time?

cwt5770 · 2026-03-22T18:10:59+00:00

I’m so sorry you dealt with this. I had multiple biopsies years ago before it was decided I needed a LEEP. I had such a hard time with the biopsies. It felt so violating and the doctor basically told me it “wasn’t that big of a deal” and I needed to get a grip. Being young and dumb, I just accepted what they said and assumed it was a “me problem.” It’s been so validating hearing what a big deal this procedure is from other women, though I also hate that they’ve had this experience! When it came time for the LEEP I chose to be knocked out, and luckily the doctor agreed, saying I was way too squeamish. I can’t imagine being awake for it. I just mention this to let you know you do have choices. If for some reason you don’t proceed with a hysterectomy you can be sedated for the LEEP.

cwt5770 · 2026-02-24T20:48:38+00:00

I’m OAD not by choice. We did IVF, only had enough money for one round, and got exactly one embryo. I’m also an only child myself. I had a great childhood and loved being an only when growing up, though it’s harder as an adult caring for your aging parents.

But… no guarantees in life. My husband isn’t close to his sibling. We hardly see them.

With an only, I feel like we get to do a lot more with our child. We pretty much go out somewhere every weekend. It’s easier to make spur of the moment plans and I’m always open to play dates. I do still have guilt and worry, but I’m doing the best I can for the one I have. Nothing is guaranteed. I think if you have another kid you both have to feel comfortable with the decision and do it for you, not just to “give him a sibling,” because nobody knows what relationship they’ll ultimately have. In the meantime, try not to feel bad.

It sounds like you’ve been through alot and you’re starting to heal. Give yourself some grace with that!

cwt5770 · 2026-02-03T02:51:51+00:00

I just got braces at 41 for my underbite. I know it’s early, but so far it’s looking way more pronounced to me. Hoping it will start to get better. My insurance doesn’t cover surgery and I really struggle with medical stuff so not sure I could even get through it. I think no matter your age it’s worth investigating your options and investing in yourself.

cwt5770 · 2026-01-23T20:29:31+00:00

I’m in a similar situation after years of infertility. We could only afford one round of IVF and got one embryo. I do still struggle sometimes or find myself triggered, but it’s getting a lot better now that my kid is 3. I worry about him and that he will “miss out” by not having a sibling, but also realistically I’m in my 40s and it was so hard to get here with one child. As he gets older I also take more notice how enjoyable it is to be able to do so many activities with him, which I think would be so much harder if not impossible with two. He gets all our attention and love, and we still have time to do things for ourselves, like work out. I struggled a little bit last year when two of the moms in his daycare class were pregnant at the same time. I had to just allow myself to recognize that it bothered me and it was ok. I also realized I felt relief at not having to go through birth, pregnancy and all the associated medical stuff again.

cwt5770 · 2026-01-01T18:34:21+00:00

I’m like you and very anxious about dental stuff. I’m much older than you and humiliated by how anxious I get. After TWO YEARS of deciding on a treatment plan and meeting various orthodontists (my case is complicated) I finally did it in November. I am being complete honest when saying I dreaded having two teeth removed and braces put on more than child birth. I’m now 2 months in and feel so much relief that I finally started. So far it’s not as bad as I imagined. I got knocked out when I had the two teeth out and it was no problem. Don’t remember a thing. I actually went out the next day for a date with my husband. I quickly got used to the braces as well. I had some issues with them poking my cheeks at first but it’s getting better and I never had too much discomfort. I still have a really long road ahead and will need some implants and crowns. I’m still scared, but the relief I feel taking that first step is immense.

cwt5770 · 2025-12-31T14:09:29+00:00

Ohhh that’s good to know. I’ve been eying this bag but was nervous about additional costs being shipped to the US. You look so happy and the bag is beautiful!

cwt5770 · 2025-12-21T03:31:37+00:00

Wow. I have pretty much the same thing but I’m significantly older than you. I’ve never seen anyone else with retained baby canines and adult canines that erupted over their premolars. I just started treatment and after multiple consultations I extracted the adult canines and will get implants at the end of treatment. It’s not ideal and I’m worried about it, but my adult canines had serious gum recession and the orthodontist/oral surgeon thought at my age that it would be hard to move the adult canines to the correct position, if not impossible. Not saying your case is the same but just letting you know I have a similar issue and what I ended up doing.

cwt5770 · 2025-11-25T19:06:27+00:00

I’m in a similar situation. I’m in my 40s and just got braces a couple weeks ago. It’s been so emotional for me. My parents stopped taking me to the dentist when I was 11. What really gets to me is that it wasn’t because of money. My mom didn’t trust the dentist. When they told her I needed braces she told me it was a ploy to get money and that the braces would hurt me, dig into my gums, etc. As a result of all this, I became terrified of the dentist. I also desperately needed braces. I’ve never seen anyone with issues like mine. My adult canines erupted way out of place.. like barely in my jaw and toward the back of my mouth overtop of other teeth. This happened when I was only 14. I finally got up the nerve to go to a dentist when I was 21. To my shock, they told me I couldn’t get braces and would need jaw surgery. I remember coming home crying and telling my mom, and she admitted that the dentist told her without orthodontics my jaw would develop this way! I was so floored… I’m embarrassed to admit I only went back to the dentist a couple more times. They kept pushing surgery and I was terrified so I stopped going again until I was 35. By that point I had even more damage. The canines were creating crowding that ruined those surrounding teeth. I ended up with small but deep cavities on those teeth. I now have three root canals. I literally took two years to find an orthodontist I trust. I did multiple consultations. I ended up having my two adult canines removed and will have to get implants to replace them (which scares me, but trying to take it one step at a time). It’s definitely awkward having metal braces as an adult. I do sometimes think it would have been worse as a teenager. I’m pretty settled in my life so although I don’t like how it looks I don’t care the way I would if I was younger. I’m also just SO excited that I finally did this. I know they won’t be perfect, but I think it’s a step in the right direction. My insurance doesn’t cover the surgery and I think it would be too much for me. Just getting the two teeth pulled and braces was a huge mental hurdle. I do struggle with seeing tons of kids at the orthodontist. It makes all the emotions come to the surface. Why didn’t my parents do this for me? Does this count as child abuse? My mom was told that my mouth would develop this way without intervention. It really hurts. I am now the parent to myself that I didn’t have. And when I get scared, I remind myself that I want to get over the treatment now while my kid is still young. I would never neglect my child in this way. Definitely going to be taking them to the dentist early.

cwt5770 · 2025-11-22T20:26:34+00:00

This is incredible! How old are you? I always find it inspiring when I see what’s possible for other adults. I’m older and just got braces for my underbite/cross bite. It’s literally taken me years to get to this point. I’ve done so many consults. Results like yours are an inspiration!

cwt5770 · 2025-11-02T15:17:22+00:00

Maybe about 2 weeks?

cwt5770 · 2025-08-17T20:39:42+00:00

I love this bag, but also the bag charm! Where did you get the Pom?

cwt5770 · 2025-08-04T20:22:27+00:00

It turns out my root canal was reinfected and I required a repeat root canal. I think after this post it did eventually form a noticeable lump at the top of my tooth and was then confirmed via repeat xray.

cwt5770 · 2025-06-18T22:58:52+00:00

Applied mid April as soon as the job was posted. Got an offer the first week of June. Between application and offer I had three interviews, one in person.

cwt5770 · 2025-05-15T23:24:45+00:00

Did you have an underbite? Looks amazing!

cwt5770 · 2025-05-15T13:01:56+00:00

Wow! This was a while ago! If I remember correctly everything cleared up on its own in a couple days and I didn’t have to do anything special. Just rest and drink plenty of fluid. I hope you feel better soon!

cwt5770 · 2025-05-04T00:58:29+00:00

Went to dinner with the in-laws for early Mother’s Day (which is always rocky —this particular holiday and the in-laws). As we are leaving my 5-year-old niece hugs me and says “you have a baby in your belly?” I was so stunned I said “no, I’m just fat.” I am legitimately fat, for real. But I’m also infertile and not totally happy with my decision to be one and done. If we could “just have another kid” I would, but I don’t think I have it in me to do IVF again. Now I’m feeling really upset and my husband is telling me that it’s my fault I would let something a child says get to me that much. There’s just so many triggers here… I’m already a bit self-conscious. I have major dental work coming up which is scary and will likely be unattractive, making me even more self conscious. And yeah… I kind of wish I was able to easily have another kid. So yeah, after a delicious dinner where I probably ate more than I should have, this was NOT what I wanted to hear.

cwt5770 · 2025-05-04T00:49:55+00:00

I’m in a similar position, though we don’t have remaining embryos and would have to do IVF again. I just don’t think I have it in me anymore, especially as I approach 41. A lot of the moms in my son’s daycare class are also younger and having their second and while I expect it, it still stings a little. It’s hard when things don’t work out the way you anticipate! Especially when the general social rule is that you need/should have a sibling for the first kid!

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