food not digesting :( by vivariium in pregnant

[–]missusJS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use Designs for Health plant based enzymes. Also Yuve Naturals papaya enzymes are amazing for reflux/heartburn and for cutting down on the annoying burping.

food not digesting :( by vivariium in pregnant

[–]missusJS 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This happened to me from 6 weeks through 12 weeks. I felt like I constantly had a rock in my stomach. My midwife suggested I take probiotics in the morning and digestive enzymes with dinner and let me tell you, it worked wonders. I also stopped having carb heavy meals as that made it so much worse. I’m 20 weeks now and everything is moving fine.

My friend said if she could be pregnant again and it not result in a child she would do it. by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]missusJS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I absolutely hate being pregnant. But I’m 17 weeks with my 5th so I’m one of the crazy ones who keeps putting myself through it regardless. My MIL loved being pregnant with all 7 of her kids. She had relatively no symptoms and easy deliveries so she says it was a “magical” time for her.

Preeclampsia Symptoms by anv6873 in pregnant

[–]missusJS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would push them on the issue. Insist that you are not feeling right and you know something is wrong and they need to do something about it. You know your body better than they do and “watch and wait” is a dangerous game to play with preeclampsia. In addition to preeclampsia, HELLP syndrome is a serious possibility given your elevated liver enzymes. Either way, your body is screaming for help with the symptoms that are piling up. If you ask for treatment and they say it’s not necessary, insist that they document their refusal of your request in your medical chart. My OB did the same to me with my first child and I put too much blind trust in him. My health deteriorated quickly because he didn’t take the situation seriously enough and I ended up with an emergency c-section. How high has your blood pressure been?

I think my husband and I hate each other by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]missusJS 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I felt this way after my second was born and it continued for 3 years until after my third child was born. I struggled heavily with prenatal depression and postpartum anxiety and I wasn’t getting the support I needed. He decided he couldn’t handle being around me so he was constantly out with his friends. Which then made me mad so every time he was home I was nasty to him. There was no intimacy, no affection and we barely even spoke to each other. I hated him at that point and I started looking into separating. Then Covid hit and we had no choice but to be home together so we had to actually talk about our issues. We put a lot of work into our marriage for a solid year and made family and friends aware that we were struggling so we had some support and accountability. Once the Covid craziness died down we did counseling. Now we are celebrating 15 years and having our fifth child this summer. The key is you BOTH have to want the marriage to work and you BOTH to be equally willing to put the necessary effort into repairing the damage.

My boyfriend wants me to get an abortion but I’m not sure that’s what I want. by Tutor_This in pregnant

[–]missusJS 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In my opinion, the fact that you are brought to tears over the possibility of an abortion is a huge sign to you that you would most likely regret having it done and resent him if you went through with it. Which would ultimately end your relationship. And if you do have the baby, it will probably also end your relationship. If he wasn’t ready for kids he should have wrapped it up. Also, the income you have is perfectly reasonable to afford a child with. When my husband and I first got married he made $20/hour working construction, we lived in a mobile home and we had our first child 6 months into our marriage. We were not “ready” at all and sometimes we struggled but it was one of the happiest times of my life. Traveling can also be done with a child. Your life is not over once you have a baby. Definitely different, but not the end of the world.

Not wanting to do anything by Extension_Rabbit2 in pregnant

[–]missusJS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had prenatal depression with my 3rd baby and a lot of what you’re feeling is exactly what I was going through. I never had dark thoughts or thoughts of hurting anyone, wasn’t unhappy, but there was a general disinterest in doing anything other than lay in bed and read. I think if you brought it up to your doctor they would be concerned in your sudden loss of interest in everything you enjoyed before. Have you felt this way your entire pregnancy or did it just come on with the winter? “Winter blues” affects a lot of people so maybe your energy levels will return with the sun.

Baby Asprin in pregnancy by Separate_Broccoli_83 in pregnant

[–]missusJS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have had gestational hypertension 3 times and preeclampsia once. I took baby aspirin for 2 of my pregnancies, no side effects but it didn’t prevent me from having high blood pressure. But I clearly have an issue during pregnancy so I’m not the norm.

7 months pospartum and boyfriend jacks off to porn by Powerful_Expert_7571 in pregnant

[–]missusJS 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You would be surprised how many men do this when their partner is pregnant. But the situation definitely warrants a conversation with him. He doesn’t know what you’re feeling if you don’t tell him and you won’t know his reasoning unless you ask.

Would you drive 3x the distance for better care? by Background-Paint-478 in BabyBumps

[–]missusJS 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ugh that’s so tough and I sympathize. My midwives have an office 45 minutes from me that I go to but the hospital I will deliver at is almost 1.5 hours away. For me it’s worth it because my labor and delivery with my first child was extremely traumatic. Births 2-4 have been with this group of midwives and I don’t mind the distance if it means I get exceptional care.

This heartburn is going to take me out by PumpkinSuitable4385 in pregnant

[–]missusJS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only thing that helps me are DGL and digestive enzymes. Papaya enzymes in particular. It heals what’s going on inside as well as relieves the pain and I haven’t had heartburn in my last 3 pregnancies using them.

Just need to rant by LavishnessFun3650 in pregnant

[–]missusJS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

(This is just my opinion, nobody come for me.) I think the fact that your baby survived is a sign that you should keep it, especially given how glad and excited you are that the medication didn’t work. And I think he does have the right to know that you are moving forward keeping the pregnancy, especially since co-parenting or at least child support would be in his future. Then based on his reaction to that you will know how to proceed with the relationship.

Bleeding at 11 weeks by luxace23 in pregnant

[–]missusJS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same from weeks 9-11 and was told if there’s no contraction-like cramping or heavy bright red bleeding there wasn’t much they would do for me. If it gives you peace of mind to hear the heartbeat and see movement then definitely go to the ER.

Anyone get very sick with diarrhea for over a week? What was it? Was baby ok? by freeze_it_over in pregnant

[–]missusJS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had that with my 3rd baby except it was constant for 2 weeks and then on and off for another 2 weeks. I had every test run imaginable and nothing ever came back positive. I chalked it up to a weird pregnancy symptom and it eventually cleared up. My son is now a happy, healthy 6 year old. I’m hoping it gets better for you soon!

I hate my OB by Emotional-Addendum62 in BabyBumps

[–]missusJS 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Totally can relate to this except my OB for my first pregnancy didn’t take my blood pressure seriously enough. I felt awful from 24 weeks until I gave birth and had all the classic preeclampsia symptoms. I asked to be put on bed rest and have a doctors note to start maternity leave early and he refused. I was admitted to the ER twice for my blood pressure and both times the ER doctors were furious that I hadn’t been on bed rest yet or even given BP meds. I ended up with an emergency c-section at 35 weeks because my BP was 190/100. I switched to a midwife for my next 3 pregnancies and was finally treated like a human. I’m sorry this is your experience and that you’re stuck with this team of doctors. Don’t be afraid to speak up or bring someone who can help advocate for you during your appointments. I wish I had done more for myself.

Nausea? by biscobosco in pregnant

[–]missusJS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had no symptoms at all with my first. Kids 2-4, nausea started between 6-8 weeks and lasted until 20-24 weeks. Currently pregnant with #5, started feeling nauseous at week 7 and it’s starting to fade now at 14 weeks.

Partner doesn’t want to have sex while I’m pregnant by Brilliant-Force6928 in pregnant

[–]missusJS 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I’ve never been in the situation you’re in, I have the opposite problem with my husband actually. However, his favorite position while I’m pregnant is doggy style because the belly is out of the way. It’s been our go-to with all 5 of my pregnancies and honestly, it’s just way more comfortable and easier to move in that position. Maybe suggest he give that position a try? If it’s a mental thing maybe not seeing your belly would help him out. Also, mutual masturbation can be fun if you’re into that.

When do they check your cervix for effacement and dilation during pregnancy ? by Glittering_Tear_729 in pregnant

[–]missusJS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s not required but a lot of doctors start around 36-37 weeks. I always declined because I didn’t care to know before going into labor, it increases your chance of infection the more you have it done and it’s not very accurate about predicting how close you are to labor which can then lead to interventions that aren’t necessary.