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laura&dan05
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Clomid M/C 8 weeks 2/08 *IVF #1-DD born 3/09
*Surprise BFP-T18 baby lost at 13w 1/10 *FET #1-DS born 2/11
On the verge of a meltdown (vent)
laura&dan05
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I know everything is going to be okay and I know this isn't the end of the world. People have much bigger problems and harder things to deal with and I need to keep reminding myself of that in order to get through the day.
Both kids have diarrhea and diaper rashes that are so bad they bleed if I use regualr wipes on them. H's ear infection from last week cleared up and she now has an upper resipratory infection that requires breathing treatments 3X a day. J has an ear infection along with major congestion. His lungs are clear according to the pedi on Monday morning and the Urgent Care doctor on Tuesday night. He's on antibiotics 2X a day.
J has been coughing so hard he chokes and then throws up. It's so scary to watch my sweet tiny 6 week old when it's happening. I'm terrified to have him out of my site or to even sleep at night because I'm afraid it will happen and I won't be there to help and who knows what could happen. J is ebf so after he throws up he's hungry again and I have to nurse him again even if I just got done. H wakes up at least once at night with a coughing fit. So between the 2 of them I don't sleep at all.
DH has been out of town since Monday. He got home last night at 11pm and left to go the local office at 7:30am this morning. My mom has been able to help the past few days but I'm still exhaused. I haven't showered since Monday or got dressed in "real" clothes since Sunday. The only time I at a real meal was at my parents house on Tuesday night the rest of my meals have consisted of standing while drinking a glass of water and eating crackers or yogurt (the only things I can find that sound good to eat).
Since H is sick she wants my attention and cries every time I pick up J and tells me to put him in the bouncy seat. She holds on to my leg and whines and cries until I'm ready to snap. I feel awful for getting frustrated with her because she's sick and that's why she wants my attention so much.
On top of this I woke up with a cough and laryngitis. I had to cancel my 6 week OB pp appointment for today. There is no food in the house and I can't take 2 sick kids to the grocery store. Oh, and I'm hosting (not at my house thank goodness) a wedding shower on Saturday.
If I stop and sit down I know I'll start crying and might not stop for awhile.
Clomid M/C 8 weeks 2/08 *IVF #1-DD born 3/09
*Surprise BFP-T18 baby lost at 13w 1/10 *FET #1-DS born 2/11
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Re: On the verge of a meltdown (vent)
LO #1 - 1 unmedicated/self-monitored IUI w/ donor sperm.
LO #2 - 1 m/c, 2 BFNs, 4th IUI worked (unmedicated/self-monitored with new donor sperm).
Life is beautiful!
I'm sending Mary Poppins over with a large pizza and a box of wine.
Girl, you need a vacation! I hope you all feel better soon.
~Benjamin Franklin
DS dx with celiac disease 5/28/10
Oh honey. I am so sorry that both kids are sick. You don't have to remind yourself how bad others have it - you are dealing with a lot right now.
Its great that your mom is there. I hope she's able to provide some support to you so that you can get some rest too.
And honestly, once DH is home...sometimes a good cry really does help.
((((hugs))))
Oh my, you poor thing. Seriously, I would be a limp puddle on the ground. I feel stressed out just reading about what you are dealing with.
ETA: I think a good cry helps, whether or not someone is there.
(((Hugs)))
That sounds pretty miserable. Hang in there, Mama.
I'm so sorry Laura.
When E was about 2 months old both he and B were sick. It was awful and there was very little sleep involved for me, but at least I had DH there to help or get groceries. I second the idea of DH taking a day off to give you some relief, if possible.
The EBF a sick baby with a sick toddler thing is HARD!
Lots of (((hugs))) and I hope everyone is feeling better stat!
Oh no sweetie. I'm so sorry. I have no words of advice really but I do know that this too shall pass. I know it seems as thought its almost more than one person can bear =( I feel awful for you. Can you DH take a day off work??? Maybe tomorrow?? Does he realize you are on the verge of a major melt down? Hang in there sweetie, prayers being set up for you!
"I have four children. Two are adopted. I forget which two. -Bob Constantine
"All for Love,' a Saviour prayed 'Abba Father have Your way. Though they know not what they do...Let the Cross draw men to You...."
I agree with all the pp about needing to get some help. That is way too much for one person to handle, and if you get sick who will take care of the babies (and you)? I'm so sorry you are going through this and I hope tomorrow is a better day for everyone. (((HUGS)))
-----Lisa-----
Oh my gosh! I just can't imagine!
I'm so sorry things are snowballing on you. I really hope that your dh gets home soon and that the kids start to feel better.
(((((hugs)))))
Unexplained Infertility
After two Clomid cycles, three injectable IUI cycles, two IVFs, two miscarriages, and one lap surgery, IVF #2 has brought us our little boy!
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After months of being postponed or cancelled, FET #1.3 (Natural FET) brought us twin girls!
***HUGS***** I am so sorry! This too shall pass!! Two kids does get easier, I promise!!
Hang in there!!
Joey, Ronnie, and Audrey,
my awesome IUI 30 week twins, and my surprise miracle
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Ditto - I'm sure he has sick time, and he needs to use it to help you all. Hopefully someone can go pick up a lot of pre-made or easy prep meals (like those Bertolli skillet dinners - done in 6-10 min). I'm so sorry.