Someone Just Put Me Out Of My Misery

[ohiorideresq]

Seriously, I feel like I'm reaching the end of my rope. Everything sets me off and makes me vomit. I can't even change my son's poopy diaper without throwing up. I finally went to the grocery for the first time in over a month and ended up hacking in the parking lot. I feel completely useless as a parent. I was hoping this time would be better, not worse. And I'm getting really bitter at my pendant friends who have not experienced any nausea. I'm trying to stay optimistic that 1st tri will pass soon and I will get better, but I was nauseous my entire last pregnancy. There's absolutely no point to this post except to express my frustration.

[birdhut]

I'm so sorry you are going through this. The only thing helping me right now is diclegis. I haven't been real active the last couple weeks but have been trying to catch up so I'm not sure if you've mentioned trying that or not? Without it I would be throwing up as well but the constant nauseous feeling is super frustrating and I've felt like a pretty terrible parent myself lately with all the TV and bad days I've had. I've also found that eating pretty much all day small things has helped too. I realized this when we had thanksgiving Saturday and I finally felt normal for once. I had been snacking on things all day. Of course that wouldn't be healthy to snack on those things every day but maybe even saltines or apples. Those have also helped. I'm sure at this point you have probably tried it all. But maybe something I said can help!
Sorry again that you are going through this and hoping it will pass soon and not last the whole time!

[birdhut]

Oh I'm also thinking about trying a motion sickness band maybe that could help you too.

[txmommy14]

I'm really sorry! I feel like I've been progressively feeling more sick, so I actually finally got an RX for Zofran today. I'm going to wait to see if I need it, but I'm desperate. I hope you feel better soon.

[ohiorideresq]

I'm on diclegis and zantac (which is actually probably helping more than the diclegis). My dr won't prescribe Zofran as long as I can reliably keep liquids down. I can do that with the diclegis and zantac, as long as I don't throw them up. But I second being scared of Zofran. Can you tell me if it makes a big difference?

I'm in sea bands constantly (I wouldn't waste my money on them again).

What's really weird this pregnancy compared to last is that all of my pregnancy dreams are about how nauseous I am and I wake up every night around 130 to get sick. Then I can't fall back asleep. I've been sleeping in the guest bedroom to spare DH and LO from the noises. But it nakes for exhausting days. I thought the unisom in the diclegis would help me sleep.

[mladerri]

I'm hoping your misery ends soon! I'm almost 12 weeks and I feel like I'm getting worse. I hope we all get some relief soon!

[titania]

I'm so so sorry you are so sick! Big giant hugs for you

[lakecountrygal]

ohiorideresq I have no advice but I hope it passes for you and soon. I am in somewhat of a similar situation except I can't put anything in my mouth 95% of the time because it makes me puke and/or dry heave. I have a feeling I'll be down in weight tomorrow again at my appointment.

[Andrea]

Nov 23, 2015 21:38:42 GMT -5 ohiorideresq said:

I'm on diclegis and zantac (which is actually probably helping more than the diclegis). My dr won't prescribe Zofran as long as I can reliably keep liquids down. I can do that with the diclegis and zantac, as long as I don't throw them up. But I second being scared of Zofran. Can you tell me if it makes a big difference?

I'm in sea bands constantly (I wouldn't waste my money on them again).

What's really weird this pregnancy compared to last is that all of my pregnancy dreams are about how nauseous I am and I wake up every night around 130 to get sick. Then I can't fall back asleep. I've been sleeping in the guest bedroom to spare DH and LO from the noises. But it nakes for exhausting days. I thought the unisom in the diclegis would help me sleep.

I was hesitant about Zofran, but started to take it at 10 weeks after all of the major things that Zofran has been pointed at for birth defects had formed.

Diclegis did nothing for me. Zofran has been a game changer.

[ArgyleEnigma]

I'm so, so sorry you're in this place. I was only that bad for a couple days and it was impossible.

I think you should try a new doc who will give you Zofran. (How far along are you?) You just can't live like this.

If you have it, this is a problem you can throw money at. Hire someone to run your household. It's only for now. You are very sick and that shouldn't be downplayed just because it's "normal." (I consider this an issue of equality, where issues faced only by women are often not treated seriously. It's freaking serious!)

Whatever you choose, I support you and an rooting for you.

[babyzebra]

I'm really sorry you are going through this. I have been very sick this pregnancy and my previous pregnancies and feel similar to you. I would maybe try to find a doctor who will prescribe zofran or talk to your doctor again if you're comfortable with that. I've been prescribed that med by 3 different OBs at 3 different practices throughout my pregnancies. I know how awful it is to feel like a shell of yourself while you're so sick, so I hope you can get relief soon. ((Hugs))

[frecklesnbrains]

I'm so sorry you feel so lousy. I'm just gonna jump in and agree with all the PPs who said you should fight for a Zofran script. There's no reason you should have to be so miserable! I think the safety data is equivocal.

[teggy20]

I'm so, so sorry you're feeling this sick (and everyone else who is sick, too!). I can't even imagine. Hope you and your docs can find a solution soon.

[soultrane]

I'm gonna jump in as someone who has a DS who was born with one of the birth defects commonly attributed to Zofran (clubfoot) so I've been part of many conversations with other parents over the years about Zofran, birth defects, and how they might be connected. In my (non-expert) opinion, the types of defects that are reported can occur in any normal, healthy pregnancy so I've always been interested to see the percentage of occurrences in patients who used Zofran vs. the percentage of occurrences in patients who didn't use Zofran. My gut tells me that the numbers would be fairly similar. The studies that are out are contradictory so many doctors steer clear of it simply because they can't say for sure that it's safe. With so many people being prescribed Zofran over the past several years, it's easy to find a correlation between the two, but as we all know, correlation doesn't necessarily equal causation. Full disclosure, I didn't take any medication during my pregnancy with DS, so my opinion is probably skewed considering that I did everything by the book.

Off my soapbox now, and want to say that only you can decide if you're willing to introduce the potential risk, as you would when considering any medication during pregnancy. Being miserable during your pregnancy takes its toll on you and your family, so if it takes a stronger medication to help you live a normal life over the next few months, do your research and see if you can find a solution that you're comfortable with. Sorry you're feeling so crummy and I hope you can find some comfort soon.

[frecklesnbrains]

I agree entirely with soultrane. Unfortunately, birth defects are relatively common. So is morning sickness and Zofran use. It's easy to see the two together (association). But association is not the same thing as causation. I'm pretty confident that more studies will be done on Zofran and it will all shake out to "much ado about nothing", but I can understand why some practitioners are being cautious until those studies are published.

[nymama917]

I have no real advice just lots of sympathy. I feel much worse this pregnancy than my last one, but not nearly as bad as you. I hope you get some relief soon. I'm very anti medication in general, but I can honestly say that I think I would take it if I were in a situation like yours. I can't imagine being that miserable every day. Good luck getting some relief.

[Kevinmac]

I'm so sorry you are feeling so sick. I hope it passes soon and the rest of your pregnancy is easier.

[csat]

I'm so sorry that sounds miserable. I'm useless for advice but hope you find something to ease your symptoms soon. Try to be easy on yourself, you are doing absolutely the best you can as a parent but I know it must feel so frustrating.

[cattuccino]

I am so sorry you're feeling so awful.
Were you diagnosed with HG last time? or even this time?

I think if how sick you are is affecting your daily life and even your quality of life, it definitely warrants further discussions on what your doctors or someone can try/do for you.

I'm also sorry this is making you feel like a "useless" parent as well - I can't imagine how hard it is. I've been feeling badly with my DD with just exhaustion and relatively low MS. I want you to know that you're not useless and you're likely a wonderful parent, just feeling very badly which makes it harder.

I hope you can get some relief soon

[bgkc4]

I can hear your anguish through your post. Sending hugs your way. I wish I could do more. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[vivela]

I can understand why you have parenting guilt, but I am willing to bet LO really is fine if Mom is out of it for a few months. He still has a secure, happy home, and a little sibling at the end of all this!
I've said it before, but I'm amazed at those of you who have little ones already. Work is tough enough without a tiny, dependent creature following me around. I hope you feel better soon or your dr can offer some form of relief.

[amiet79]

I'm sorry that you're feeling so miserable. I hope you and your doctor can figure something out to get you some relief.

[greysonsmom]

ohiorideresq I'm sorry you are feeling so terrible. But I could have written your post. It's so hard and I hope second tri brings better days. You are a great mama, don't be so hard on yourself.