March Symptoms Thread

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What fun new things are happening to your body this month? 🙃

angbaby83

I think I have something called Nipple vasospasm. None of my Doctors or even the lactation consultant knew what I was talking about but according to Dr. Google that's the most likely.  It usually happens when breastfeeding but weirdly never happened for me. Just when I'm pregnant. If I get too cold my nipples turn white in the center and start hurting/burning. The pain is so intense. I thought maybe it wouldn't happen this time but it just happened. Ouch  

mflowers929

I'm still struggling with my appetite. I'm not nauseous so much *knock on wood* but I just have basically 0 appetite, which is SO WEIRD

swizzlemalarkey

I think I’m finally getting over most of the nausea and then last night was so bad I couldn’t move from the couch in fear I would get sick. And it continued this morning. Also no food sounds good or I’m too tired to cook anything. 

macheno

I'm still on the morning sickness struggle bus at 14w. Praying it will get better soon. I also have many food aversions. Just the thought of some foods is nauseating. The insomnia has thankfully eased up and I've been sleeping a little better. I'm definitely going to have to take something for constipation because I have not been going much, and it was bad for me around this time during my 1st pregnancy. My boobs are also beginning to be a little sore.

dontcallmeshirley1

I'm basically back to my normal self - no more nausea, no more extreme fatigue. At 11-12 weeks, I'm solidly in 2nd trimester symptom-wise! My pants are definitely too tight though!

angbaby83

@dontcallmeshirley1 that is awesome! I'm so jealous. I'm over here just wanting to enjoy food again    
@macheno I'm on the struggle bus with you.   But I just hit 12 weeks today.  I know I went past that with DD so I'm thinking its not getting better any time soon.

chasingroygbiv

@angbaby83 Sounds right, I deal with vasospasms myself. It was worse when I was battling Thrush— any chance you’ve got that?

@dontcallmeshirley1 Sooo jealous! My nausea has improved (except for when I ate Taco Bell last night, ugh), but I’m still so exhausted I could lay in bed all day and still be tired! Hoping my burst of energy comes soon since I’m nearing 14 weeks. 

readytobemama

Starting to get my energy back at 11w5d, still strong sense of smell and strong food aversions, and never gagged so much in my life!  But despite the gagging, I haven't felt nauseous or thrown up until this morning for the first time. Pretty sure constipation was to blame as I've been struggling all weekend with it.  Overall definitely seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, 2nd trimester here we come! 

annieco13

You all are you all are giving me so much hope!  Headed into week 13 here and still nauseous, but not throwing up as much so I take that as a win.  Still so tired, can’t cook.  Pretty moody lately, and my skin is awful- broken out and red.  My dreams have still been crazy, it’s kind of fun lol

angbaby83

@chasingroygbiv I suppose there is always a chance, but I don't think so.  I have had this problem every single pregnancy.  I never have it when I am actually breast feeding.  I was actually worried it was going to affect breast feeding but it never did.  I actually had zero issues when I was breast feeding.  Just during pregnancy.  Thankfully it just happens if I get too cold.  Good thing it isn't winter and freezing all the time lol.... 

balletnerd

I’m still nursing my 2 year old and I think I’m starting to dry up. My boobs are getting bigger again. I’m perfectly fine with that as it would be nice to have a short break before nursing the new LO. 

Otherwise I still get nauseous if I don’t eat frequently enough, have had to start breaking out my maternity wear early this time, am tired a lot, and still have insomnia. It nothing too bad. I’m hoping to have more energy 2nd tri!  

robinj716

I will be 10 weeks Wednesday. Still so nauseous and this morning graduated to dry heaving For the first time 🤢🤮. Constipated. I think my exhaustion is easing a bit, but still feel drained most of the time. My boobs aren’t as sore- yay! Can’t wait for the next 3ish weeks to go by so I can get into 2nd trimester and hopefully feel better! 

edit: spelling. 

linz36

Man, I'm 11 weeks and so freaking tired. I'm sure the twins are helping but I seriously can't get anything done lol. I walk up the stairs and I have to sit down and rest. I hope this is over soon!

swizzlemalarkey

@linz36 I feel you on the exhaustion. I had to park on the top level of a parking garage this morning and after climbing all the stairs I was so out of breath in my car! Didn’t help the pants I was wearing were too tight. I have no energy to do the simple things right now. 

robyn2201

10 weeks today. Still feeling exhausted. My OB prescribed something for the nausea so I do feel much better overall but still have my moments where something with a strong smell will make me gag. I also still burping a lot and get that sensation in my mouth like I’m going to gag but I don’t. So weird! Looking forward to 2nd trimester and not feeling so tired.

beaandthebabes

12 weeks and goodness are Round Ligament Pains annoying. It isn’t all the time but every once in a while it is like I move wrong or cough/vomit to hard, or sneeze and it’s that sharp pain. 

CarbAddict

Restless leg anybody?  Is this is a thing magnesium can fix?

macheno

@beaandthebabes I've been having RLP, too- especially when I stand to quick. I don't remember having it this early last time. I've just been trying to stay hydrated and stretch a little during the day.

robinj716

@CarbAddict I get RL even when I’m not pregnant. I use this cream and it’s amazing! Pregnancy safe. Made for pregnant women with RLS. I Love it! 

CarbAddict

@robinj716 Interesting, thanks!

knottieed8a2eee175d5553

@angbaby83 did you find any relief for your breast pain? That’s my only symptom but nobody understands either. My doctor thinks I’m talking about breast tenderness and I’m like no, it literally feels like someone is twisting a pitchfork in there.... 

mflowers929

This insomnia is the pits!

pghren

Apparently I can't keep anything down today  I've already vomited twice and I slept in until almost 11 because I didn't feel well

pghren

@robinj716 yeah magnesium lotion is great

chasingroygbiv

Whaaaat the heck. I have like a 2 inch patch of a ton of hive looking pimples by my temple. One side only. I’ve NEVER had skin problems in any of my pregnancies, I don’t understand what’s going on! What can I do?! 

readytobemama

I had it relatively easy for the first bit, then at 11 weeks I felt so good I was convinced I had started 2nd trimester.  And then 11w3d I suddenly started getting so sick, couldn't eat anything that had multiple tastes or textures and have been that way ever since (now 12w5d).  I'm so hungry but nothing sounds good.  Somehow I need to get full and keep full by nibbling and then hopefully won't be so sick.  Any recommendations of what to eat? 

tuesdayw1992

@readytobemama popsicles, grapes and cut up apples works for me! 

chasingroygbiv

Ok I swear I have to be feeling baby, but it’s oddly far to the side. If not....... there is something wild going on in my intestines and everyone better watch out!  

mflowers929

@chasingroygbiv I've definitely felt baby a couple of times. I think I remember with DS that the first few movements were pretty far to the right.

jennifer_louise

@readytobemama I was expecting the nausea to ease up soon (11+3 today) but no such luck. I can stomach applesauce, toast, PB&J, crackers. Although, I started browsing Instantpot recipes online this morning (an activity which would previously make me gag) so maybe that's a good sign? Idk.

robinj716

Nausea went away for a few days; now it came back and I’m back to not wanting to eating again. 10+5 today. 

notagoodpatient

I’m sorry I ghosted for what feels like forever. I was having some health issues and in the hospital for a week (not pregnancy related, but being pregnant definitely complicates imaging/treatment), and then after that my first trimester nausea/fatigue which had been on the mend came back with a vengeance. I’ve been taking B6 and caved and got a zofran prescription. I think because I haven’t really been vomiting, just nauseated 24h a day, I had convinced myself I didn’t need medication, but it’s helping me get through my long work hours for sure. 

New symptom for the last few weeks is crushing headaches. I don’t really get headaches when not pregnant, and Tylenol and heat packs don’t seem to touch it. 

I’m 12+3 today... hoping that second trimester is better!

robinj716

@notagoodpatient my nausea came back with a vengeance too and I’m not really eating. I was thinking maybe I need to call my Doctor, but I’m also just trying to swing it and get through. I’m 11 weeks tomorrow. Hoping it passes soon! 

notagoodpatient

@robinj716 if you’re looking for something to take the edge off and haven’t tried it, I find the b6 really helpful but it takes a few days to build up in your system. 

starlynn91

14 weeks tomorrow and I’m finally feeling GOOD! Hello 2nd trimester happiness! (And hello to all the weight gain... this is usually where I BLOW UP...)

robinj716

@notagoodpatient thank you! I called my doctor today and she told me take B6 with unisom 2-3x per day so I’ll give that a shot! If the unisom makes me sleep, I’ll just take B6 

angbaby83

@robinj716 my last pregnancy i took the combo 3 times a day.  Initially the unisom made me sleepy but that wore off after a couple of days.  This time I have just been taking it at night and the B6 during the day and I don't think it is as effective but who knows?  Hope you get some relief.  So many of us still struggling.  It sucks!  

chasingroygbiv

These headaches!    Day 2 of a headache that just won’t quit. I even did 2 rounds of Tylenol and I honestly hate to take anymore. Ugh. 

readytobemama

@chasingroygbiv yes they're awful.  The only way I can get relief is to go to sleep if I can.  I tried a pregnancy massage the other day as I have chronic back problems and it helped I think but not until a few days later, and now the headaches are back with vengeance. The massage lady suggested putting a hot water bottle at the base of my neck when laying down. 

sabrina_rn

I have reynauds and this happens to me as well (both nipples) when it's cold outside. Very painful. I'm worried it will also occur when breastfeeding.