"Does anyone else not test early" Refugee Club

[Mrs. Eddie]

Morebabies, that is a really tough decision. Unfortunately, as I'm sure you are aware sometimes the effects of a flare can be worse than those of the meds. I would talk to her doctor and try to come to a consensus that you are both happy with. I feel so bad for your DD and hope she starts to feel better soon.

Also, I'm not sure if I mentioned this or not but what seemed to help me most when I was going through my really awful flare was consulting with a naturopath as well. They take a more holistic approach to health care and really learn a great deal about the patient and what their specific needs are. They also look at what the body might currently be lacking and help to provide supplements that can help the body repair itself. At first I really found the whole process difficult as I had to change a lot of things about my diet and take a ton of supplements but in the end it really helped me (I continue to work with my naturopath). I would never suggest that you stop working with your DD's gastro or stop her medication but I found that working with both my gastro and a naturopath helped me to achieve better results than medication alone (at least in my past experience).

Sending you all good wishes and lots of

 

[Mrs. Eddie]

And good luck Plastik, hope that all went well!

 

[plastikpony]

Hi ladies!!!

It's 1:40am and I'm sitting with Ethan latched beautifully to my left boob! I can't tell u how amazing he is, we are crazy about him. Everything went perfectly and my recovery is going really well! Catheter out, up and about if somewhat gingerly

I'll try get pics up soon! Will catch up with everyone's news too.

Hope all is well!!

 

[nimbec]

Yay great news plastik - congratulations!!!! Days 1-4 are the worst make sure you rest!!

 

[flamingpanda]

Yay congrats Plastik! Great news on the latch too, it was our biggest problem for the first week and it ended up really upsetting me. So glad you're both doing well. Looking forward to seeing first pics of your little man.

 

[more babies]

How exciting!!! Congrats plastik!!! Can't wait to see picture and so happy to hear things went and are going well for you!

Mrs. Eddie thank you for your response I think looking into a naturopathic doctor is something we are going to do. At this point and the overwhelming feeling I have that she doesn't need to be on the level of medication she's on I need to look into other possibilities. How did you go about finding your ND? I've done a little Googling and there are a lot around here as we are so close to Boston but I don't want to just pick anyone.

AFM 20 weeks tomorrow! I've almost made it to the halfway point!!

Hope everyone else is well!!

 

[Mrs. Eddie]

Huge congrats Plastik, I'm so glad to hear that everything went well and look forward to seeing pics of little Ethan when you get a chance.

Morebabies, a friend of my DH's recommended my naturopath as they knew someone else she had helped with Crohn's. Perhaps you could ask your DD's doctor for any recommendations or check with your local branch of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America to see if they have any recommendations? At our first meeting my naturopath asked me what my expectations and goals were (short-term and long-term) and then shared with me what our next course of action was. I think that was helpful as she gave me a realistic expectation of how long treatment would take and what it would consist of. I really hope you find someone who can help your DD!

 

[more babies]

Thanks Mrs. Eddie I really appreciate it! I emailed her GI doctor and told him we want to look into that option as well so we will see what he says. My FIL also sees a holistic doctor for his issues so DH is going to talk to him as well. Thanks again!!

 

[Mrs. Eddie]

NP at all Hun, I hope you find someone awesome to work with!

And yay for almost being half way there!

 

[Toms Mummy]

Hi all! I have finally made it over here It's great to see some friendly names

Morebabies, to your little girl, I hope she feels better soon! x

Congrat Plastik, can't wait to see pics!

So I am 9 weeks this week and just do not feel pregnant! I had a bit of nausea around 6 weeks but nothing since!.... I'm starting to worry a bit and I keep squeezing my boobs to see if they are still sore They are a bit! I have no bump at all despite reading that 2nd time round you show earlier! I can't wait for my scan, although not had app through the post yet so no idea when it is!

Looking forward to sharing the 2nd part of our journey together x

 

[Buttercup2]

Just wanted to say hi!

Toms, I'm glad your are still feeling good! I think i remember you had an early ultrasound, did you get to see anything? Our next ultrasound is April 10. I can hardly wait!!

Plastik, congratulations!!! will you have a pic for us??

 

[flamingpanda]

Welcome to the new arrivals!

Also don't worry Toms Mummy, I felt the same. I remember saying to my partner how stupid I was going to feel at the scan if they looked at me and said "you're not pregnant". But I was! I never had any nausea until much later on.

 

[more babies]

Tom's and buttercup great to see you've joined us over here!!

Toms I'm on my 3rd and still not showing at all at 20 weeks. Also this pregnancy has been completely different from my last two. I don't know if its because its a different gender or the fact I haven't been pregnant in so long but my first two were exactly the same and this one has been the opposite.

Buttercup how far along are you now?? And yay for a scan coming up soon!

I have another scan on Monday and will every two weeks from here on out. Theyre just to check my cervix though I'm hoping they'll give me a little sneak at the baby each time

 

[Toms Mummy]

Just wanted to say hi!

Toms, I'm glad your are still feeling good! I think i remember you had an early ultrasound, did you get to see anything? Our next ultrasound is April 10. I can hardly wait!!

Plastik, congratulations!!! will you have a pic for us??

Yeah we had a scan at 6 weeks, she saw a sac .... Glad you've got your scan booked, nnow it's someting to look forward too in the near future! I wish my date would come through thr post! Grr!

I shouldn't really be worried about lack of symptoms as I had none with my 1st pregnancy either and that turned in to a happy 3yr old

 

[Buttercup2]

Buttercup how far along are you now?? And yay for a scan coming up soon!:

I'm 9 weeks + 5 days. I can't wait for the next scan! i have access to an ultrasound at work, but my dh says he doesn't want me scanning myself at work. He thinks we should wait and do it together... which is equal parts adorable and frustrating. I guess it's for the best since I actually haven't spilled the beans to work yet.

Tom's I think it's so funny how we're having such different experiences! I think we only got our bpfs a day or so apart, so i feel like we are the same "amount pregnant", but i'm nauseous and bloated and irritable. I think my hubby (who is a saint) would definitely trade!

MoreBabies, I didn't realize you were from MA! I just moved out to PA from Boston not to long ago. Do you know if this baby is the other gender from your other two? I've been wondering if mom would feel a difference based on gender of the baby.

 

[more babies]

Yeah we live about 30 minutes south of Boston. This one is a boy and my other two are girls. So far this pregnancy has been completely different then they other two which were exactly the same. I don't know if its gender or just a coincidence.. but is definitely interesting!

 

[Noo]

Ooh I feel differently this pregnancy to my last but I thought it was because its been almost 9 years since I fell pregnant last time - wonder if its a girl this time hehe

 

[nimbec]

Welcome to the new arrivals!! Congratulations!!

Plastik/justme how are you getting on? I'm struggling with sleep deprivation lol I wouldn't swap it for the world tho!! Plus he is having some projectile poo's ...seriously I lifted his legs it shot out over end of changing table and hit the bedroom wall - impressive lol

I struggled with the latch too but it's just clicked now

Panda how are u getting on?

 

[justmeinlove]

Hate it if I'm honest...wish it was just me and hb again. Horrible sleep, want to cry whenever she starts making food noises and...yeah, hate it, wishing could take it back Really wish I could take it back. Which is also sad cos it makes hb sad
Worst decision Ever so far

 

[iow_bird]

Justme: Have you spoken to your midwife or Dr about how you're feeling? I saw you decribe Winter as a visitor on the other group and it worried me. I think you might have a bit of PND? I had PND & PTSD after my c-section with Tilly, I found the whole thing really emotionally and mentally unsettling after having this birth I had planned for taken away from me. It really does get easier babe, as they get older they turn into the most wonderful little people. How is hubby coping with Winter's arrival? If you haven't already poken to him about how you're feeling, please try.
Take care babe, xxx