I'm so sorry that you are so miserable, Steph. I've been thinking about you d very day and wondering where you were since you haven't been posting much. I'm glad you've called your doctor and hopefully he will give you some good advice. That may be to spend more time in bed or doing nothing. Let us know, please.

Gentle hugs from me!
So sorry you are miserable and hopefully things will improve.
Let us know what the doc says.
You can send Grant to me for a week or two.....that would be so much fun.

((((Stephanie))))

Wish I could do something to help you sweet girl!

The only thing I can do is listen and sympathize.

Awww Steph, I am so sorry. Have you tried massage therapy or acupunture? I have been suffering with RA and just started treatment instead of pills (could not handle the side effects). Tho not covered by my hospitalization it is so worth it!

lynne, I started seeing a chiropractor a couple weeks ago because my back has been in really bad shape and it's been helping in that regard, but hasn't done much for the pelvic pain I'm feeling. Unfortunately, it's just a symptom of pregnancy that I'm not sure anyone or anything can get around.

I haven't tried acupuncture (although I did do it during an IVF cycle). I'm not so sure I'm into it though.

Massage is something I'm actually going to start doing hopefully weekly, if not for the pelvic pain but for my back, in conjunction with the chiropractic treatments. It helps alot and who doesnt love a weekly 60 minute massage?!?!

As tiny as you are, Steph, it's no wonder you're uncomfortable. I hope there's something that can be done for you to ease it up some.

I was thinking about you and your mom, she's been very scarce around here, too. I hope she's doing OK.

I'll keep a good thought for ya, kiddo. Maybe this little lady will be a tad early, wouldn't that be nice?

I wouldn't mind her being early as long as she's healthy. If she needs 40 weeks to cook, I'll deal with 13 more weeks!

I've been reading about the pelvic pain and it sounds like maybe my chiropractor might be able to help. I'm seeing them tomorrow and will definitely talk to them about it.

Mom is fine, she's just been busy the last several days watching Grant while we were in Canada.

Steph you have my ear any time you want or need it. I've never been pregnant but I sure enjoy being one of Grant's Aunties. I wish I could be there to help. Best of luck tomorrow in the relief department. Would sitting in a warm pool somewhere help relieve the pressure on your back/pelvic/leg area? What about warm baths?

Steph, there is a reflexologist at the center that I attend, he is wonderful. I hope you get some relief.

Steph, I so know how it feels to have your pelvic area ache...And I feel for you. A warm heating pad helped me years ago when I was carrying twins. One of the boys had settled right down on the pelvic bone and boy oh boy did it ever ache, every step I took felt like someone was pounding on my pelvic bone with a hammer, ooch.
Is anyone rubbing some nice cream or oil on your tummy? Are you able to get into a warm bath or is that out of favor now?
I'm sorry you're hurting. Some phases of pregnancy aren't "all that" are they?
Take care,
Deborah

((((Steph))) Wish I could make you feel better. Hope the doctor has a miracle cure.

Have you tried a pregnancy belt? I don't remember the proper name of the thing, but it's worn low to help hold up the tummy. I wish I had thought of this with my second as she was a very big baby and I was miserable too. The low ligament pain is what got to me so that I could only stand for a couple of minutes at a time. Wish I could help you and yes, I'm glad to see you appreciate your mom being there for you! I hope you find some relief soon. Unfortunately, the best thing is staying off your feet, but that's waaaaaayyyy easier said than done, with a little one running around.

take care and vent anytime you need to...dd1 tried the belt and had some relief...

Steph, I have no words of wisdom for you, but wanted you to know I'm sending special buzzard hugs your way.

I am so sorry you are hurting. I can't think of any helpful hints, it's been too many years anyway....
Give yourself as much "me" time as you can get, and treat yourself to something nice when you can.
You are so lucky to be where you are, and with a beautiful little baby girl on the way, and a darling little boy to care for. I know it doesn't make the hurt any easier, but even if you can step outside by yourself for a time everyday with a good book, maybe it will lighten the load.
I look forward to watching your pregnancy flourish, and I hope tomorrow is a better day.

Trin

Hi Steph - I had a 10-pounder and can really emphathize. It was so long ago, but boy do I remember!! Most of what I remember being helpful involved warm soaks. They helped somewhat,if only for improving psyche, which can sometimes relieve some of the tension.

Sending a big hug your way, and wishes for better feeling days ahead!

gneegirl

Sorry you're feeling so bad! That doesn't sound like fun, especially with an active toddler running around. Good thing he's so cute! :)

You might want to reconsider the accupuncture. My best friend is pregnant and due in about 11 days. She actually just called me about 2 hours ago and said she had decided to try accupuncture because she's been so uncomfortable. She said that although the lady was a little "new agey" for her, she felt great and better than she had felt in a month. Might be worth another try. Certainly couldn't hurt.

Hope you feel better soon!

Steph,
I am so sorry to hear you're in pain and uncomfie, but the result will be well worth it. I sure hope you find some relief soon. Thank God for Jenni.
Kisses to Grant

Maybe you just need to pass Grant around to all of us for the remaining time! LOL We could just take turns!
That would sure make the days easier on you!
I had a wonderful 4 days with him! By Monday morning I was missing him tho! He was so good while they were gone.
I am so glad I live so close and can have him whenever I want...which is about every day.
I know how uncomfortable she is, but I also know that she knows the end result will all be worth it.
I'm here when she needs me and she knows that!

Oh that's too bad, I feel for you. Maybe a nice heating pad or thermo gel pad will help.
HUGS
Judy

Steph,

Since just having a baby 5 days ago, I can sure sympathize. I second the pregnancy belt, it will ,ake a huge difference. If I had your address I would send you mine. Also I took tylonol 3 with codeine when it got too bad.

Stacie

Steph-when you feel like this Think IT COULD BE WORSE>Think Of Me..I carried 3 babies The biggest 10 Lb 12 oz when born.Birth ALL NATURAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!OUCH>>>>Does it still bother you?lol

Hope you feel better soon.

Steph, I'm so sorry you are feeling so miserable. Being tiny like you doesn't help...that baby is probably growing straight out! I hope that you get some relief this week and it sounds like you are taking all the right steps to get some relief. Take care of yourself!! AND we want to see some pictures because I bet you are adorable!!

I had to use a pregnancy belt during my last pregnancy since the baby had been sitting on a nerve and pain was shooting down my legs. I'm not sure if it would help for the kind of pain you're describing. That's the price you pay for having a flat tummy - my stomach had no problem stretching to accomodate a baby - it was most of the way there already, even without a baby!

It's just horrible not being able to pop some ibuprofen, isn't it? I think I missed that more than anything else I had to give up while I was pregnant. Tylenol doesn't do a thing for pain.

I'm sorry you're hurting so much Steph.
No advice, just hugs.
(((Stephanie))))
Tammy