Update on Pregnancy

Hello Everyone....

Wow it has been a really long time since I have been able to actually function long enough to type up a post! It has definitely been a roller coaster of sickness as hyperemesis gravidarum does not play for real! Of course at the end of May I had to get my Picc line put in as I was losing weight drastically ex. 6lbs in 3 days time. I tried to return to work and it was so difficult with my picc line coming undone, my blood sugar all over the place, still not being able to eat or drink; however, very thankful for the 1800 calories I was getting through my picc. My Dr pulled me out of work on short term disability which definitely helped with the stress of my job and trying to get better and keep my baby alive and growing.

Since then I have been hospitalized numerous times including getting my gallbladder removed during one of my stays and being diagnosed with Anemia B12. Needless to say I have 4 doctors now that I have to make appts and see on a regular basis. This week I will begin receiving weekly Mkena shots and B12 shots that will help the baby and I as well. Not looking forward to it to be honest; however, I am getting use to being poked all of the time. Sadly my arms are starting to look like I am a drug addict with all of the IV's, Shots, and Blood draws the nurses have to do.

I feel so weak all of the time especially with my husband working, cooking, cleaning, and taking care of the kids. The bright side is since my gallbladder came out I have been able to eat a little and move around some so I don't feel so needy. For Mothers Day they made cards at school and my son told his teacher that he wanted to get me medicine to feel better. It warmed my heart and made me so sad that with me being this sick it is taking away from him too. I really am hoping October 19th comes fast so that this baby will be able to come out and meet the world.

I will keep posting updates and if you are or think you are suffering from HG feel free to contact me. I would be glad to introduce you to a wonderful support group and be there for you. I know how terrible it can be and pray you have supportive family like I have.