Vent: I don't think I want to do this again..

Yup, IME you forget pretty quick. I had the pregnancy from hell - sick,
lived in terror of another stillbirth - and while I was being moved from L&D
to the maternity inpatient ward, I began thinking, "Hey, that wasn't so bad,
I could do that again!". Fortunately DH only wants one so that should keep
my insanity in check.

--
Amy,
Mum to Carlos born sleeping 20/11/02,
& Ana born screaming 30/06/04



"Donna Metler" wrote in message
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I think-or certainly hope! that what you're feeling is normal. I really
haven't been able to enjoy much of anything about this pregnancy, and
while
my husband is talking about "next time", I'm just hoping that I retain my
sanity until December! The idea of willingly starting this whole process
again is not at all appealing.

I'm hoping that what everyone has been telling me is true, and you forget
how hard the pregnancy was after the baby arrives-and hopefully, that will
be true for you, too.

Jenrose wrote:

I was going to
eat really healthy, and then it turned out I could not even *look* at my
beloved morning bowl of oatmeal with flax. I *never* ate much sugar when I
wasn't pg, now it's the only thing that seems to keep my stomach calm. I'm
getting protein and fluids, overall my diet is "okay", but gone are all my
plans for naturally raised meats and organic produce--can't afford 'em, too
much of a hassle to find them anyway. One of my "staples" right now is
stupid canned chicken noodle soup. It stays down, it's salty, and it's easy.

Don't feel badly about stuff like this. You do what works.

Sending hugs your way!!! I completely understand. I also completely
understand how the suffering really takes away your desire to ever do
this again.

Donna Metler wrote:

I'm hoping that what everyone has been telling me is true, and you forget
how hard the pregnancy was after the baby arrives-and hopefully, that will
be true for you, too.

Hasn't been true for me. I'm forgetting specific details, now, but I'm
actually feeling more traumatized by the whole thing (the more time that
passes, the worse I feel about it). Maybe it doesn't help that I'm not
completely recovered, yet. I still can't lie down on my side, at all.
I would LOVE to be able to roll over in bed again. I miss that.

"Jenrose" wrote in message news:1097390395.1rzJKMuJA7b6i2UT2J0vlw@teranews. ..
"Kelly" wrote in message
...
Awww, I am sorry you feel so lousy. You sure give great advice and are
so
supportive of people during your misery!

I don't really have any advice, just hope that you will have some time
soon
where you can feel good or increase your dietary repetoire.

My 3rd pregnancy was one big queasy fest (bad enough for tube feedings)
If
you want tips on some easy to digest, nonstinky foods to try, let me know.
I'd be happy to give you my tricks!

I'm almost done with queasy, it just makes me mad that I still am, you
know?


I am not sure of your financial situation, but a massage during pregnancy
is
a huge treat and feels so good. My wish for you is that this is something
that can work out for you.


Financial situation: Not living off credit cards, but no extras either.

Some of your fatigue is probably due to your limited ability to eat like
you
think you should. Have you tried taking Vit B6? I also drink a
"Pregnancy
Tea" which makes me feel better.

I take a b-50 complex every day, vitamin E, vitamin C, prenatal, omega3
supp., spirulina, alfalfa and a couple asthma meds.

If I can avoid adding much else to the "list"... I'd rather not add more.

The fatigue is mostly a self-perpetuating vicious circle. It hurts to move,
therefore I don't move much, therefore when I do move, I'm tired....Every
time I try to turn it around, start to do gentle exercise, whatnot, I get a
strong negative reinforcment....

Jenrose

I'm sorry you are feeling so poorly, and also robbed of a pleasant
pregnancy experience. I hope things turn a corner for you very soon.

Elle

Just wanted to say I sympathize/empathize. I also had great plans for this
pregnancy regarding nutrition and exercise that have fallen totally by the
wayside as I sit in my chair most of the day, live from nap to nap, and eat
whatever happens to make me feel better at the time.

I do hope things improve for you, though.


Leslie

Emily (2/4/91)
Jake (1/27/94)
Teddy (2/15/95)
William (3/5/01 -- VBA3C, 13 lbs. 5 oz.)
and Lorelei, expected 11/2/04

"Children come trailing clouds of glory from God, which is their home."
~ William Wordsworth