Thanks! Sometimes, when I am particularly frustrated, I wish I could treat myself. But then I come back to reality and recognize that I am not a doctor. I would kick serious butt in a thyroid trivia game, however. Ha!
I previously mentioned two trusted sources for reliable information presented in readable manner for non-mds. I quickly googled what they say about your condition. I didn't read either article thoroughly, but it sounds like sometimes this runs it's course and does not need treatment forever. I do hope that's the case for you! Avoid, if at all possible, being shackled to thyroid medication for the rest of your life. On the other hand, the right medication can be an absolute lifesaver, so don't not take it if you need it.
I would think you should become very familiar with both hyper and hypo symptoms and pay very close attention to you body so you can be aware as things shift and symptoms emerge and go away. Especially when you switch from hyper to hypo.
If your doctor has mentioned a few symptoms but then all of a sudden your arms get so tired that you can't hold your baby for more than a couple minutes, you may not make the connection & may think something terrible is going on or feel like you are just old or out of shape (I write this from personal experience, though don't have my own baby. . . yet).
I'm not sure about hyper, but the symptoms for hypo are so incredibly random and varied that it's not always easy to make the connection--I mean who would think that bruising easily, foot cramps, and hair falling out would be related, right?
I read many, many lists of hypo symptoms to get a deep knowledge. Some symptoms popped up over and over, and some were less commonly mentioned but things I experienced. I was so grateful to find that evidence as it confirmed I wasn't some crazy hypochondriac.
I'd strongly suggest you read what both articles have to say. I'm sure a bunch of questions will come to mind, like: "Is it possible this will go away and not need on-going treatment?" and "Are there any supplements that can help improve my situation?" I do like that your doctor was willing to try something to see if it worked. That is a great quality when it comes to treating thyroid issues because so many doctors are too cut-and-tried in their approach.
Thyroid Problems After Pregnancy: A Look at Postpartum Thyroiditis By Mary Shomon
Your Postpartum Fatigue Could Be A Sign Of Thyroid Problems by hypothyroidmom (Dana Trentini)
Both of these women often interview doctors and discuss research findings, which are helpful when you want to share info and ask questions of your doctor. Doctors tend to be leery of patients spouting off about what they learned on the internet. They are much more receptive when you say Dr. So-and-So advocates this treatment regimen or I read this research article published in Such-and-Such medical journal.
Sorry for throwing so much at you. I don't think you necessarily need to do hours and hours worth of research and if you feel good about your doctor, even better! But if you get to a point where you feel crappy and your doctor says you are "fine" or "normal," start reading and advocating. "Normal" is healthy and "fine" should feel good.
Good luck to you!!
and congratulations 
. Aparently if it is pp thyroiditis it doesn't respond to meds . My doc had me on some in a lets see if it does approach . I'm due the results of the thyroid antibodies test on Friday off the doc ? I would be very grateful if you could suggest some questions to ask
