One thing after another.... Feeling overwhelmed...

Carrie25Croner · January 2015

I feel completely guilty complaining when there's so many of you in situations much worse than mine, but I feel like I'm at the end of my string.... Being diagnosed with epilepsy a month and a half before getting pregnant made this pregnancy a bit more scary than the first. I have to be on medications that put the baby at risk and for that reason have been put on high risk. In addition to seizures, I have a severe anxiety disorder, and have been so sick during this pregnancy that I've lost 20 lbs and have barely been able to do even house chores or take care of my 2 year old daughter. I was just recently released from being hospitalized for a few days because the sickness was so bad I couldn't even keep my seizure meds down. My back is in excessive amounts of pain and I can't take Tylenol due to having bad reactions, so I'm stuck with dealing with whatever pain comes my way. My husband, daughter, and I are having to live with my parents just to get by, but everybody's personalities are starting to clash more and more making things that much worse. Due to the stress of bills, I had to take up a job against the wishes of my doctors and family. My body and brain are having a hard time adjusting to the change to say the least. To top it all off, my body decided to start Braxton Hicks contractions tonight.... Ugh.... I'm sorry for complaining, but my husband is trying to carry as much of it as he can for me and I don't know where to turn to. Thanks to anybody for reading!!!!

Hpearl · January 2015

no need to apologize for venting. that sounds like quite a bit to handle.

hang in there

I hope that your path gets easier soon!

JAP09-02 · January 2015

That sounds really stressful. Is it possible for you to talk to a professional on a weekly basis? That may help. I hope things start looking up for you soon! Take care of yourself!

jackieanddan1989 · January 2015

I'm sorry youre going through all of this. Epilepsy is a serious thing, you dont need to apologize gor venting. Please make sure your job doesnt expose you to any of your triggers. I second PP advice about talking to someone. I wish I had any more advice but all I can say is you'll be in my thoughts

miss813 · January 2015

You are in my prayers now and every night until you deliver for sure! Vent vent vent, that's what these groups are for to find support during your pregnancy. Maybe the hospital where you're giving birth offers a group for local moms to be? I've thought about researching the same just to deal with the day to day anxieties (and joy) of becoming a new mom. You are very strong for dealing with this.. As my mom always told me "...and this too shall pass..."

sending good vibes your way!

Jlotterman · January 2015

That sounds like a lot to handle. No worries about venting. You are in my thoughts. Stay strong, you can do it!

specialsn0wflake · January 2015

You have a lot on your plate and feeling overwhelmed is okay. It's normal to break sometimes, especially with everything you have going on. Just know, it gets better. At some point, everything will get better!

pnutg · January 2015

You've got a lot going on. I really hope you start to feel better!

ejz98ric02 · January 2015

No need to apologize! This sounds very stressful, and I'm sorry you're going through this. I hope things turn around for you soon!

emarsh0415 · January 2015

You have so much on your plate and I'm sorry that this pregnancy has been so hard! I hope that you can take some "you" time to just enjoy being pregnant. I've had some family/personal stuff going on that has really sucked a lot of joy out of this pregnancy and one thing I found was that it is so important to take a step back, focus on you and the miracle inside of you. Sending T&P's to you!

Michi1382 · January 2015

I hope everything smooths out soon. You're a stronger person than you think you are!

islandmom79 · January 2015

I am sorry you are going through a rough time right now. I hope things start to improve soon.

ktplusbby · January 2015

Stay strong mama.. hugs, positive thoughts and prayers heading your way. You can do this. Please take care of yourself in any way possible!

mrsalvidrez · January 2015

Creepy internet hugs for you! You definitely have a lot on your plate, but things will work out... They always do one way or another. Sometimes they don't work out how we thought they would or how we want them to but they always work out. Wishing you a happy and healthy rest of your pregnancy.

taahira · January 2015

I'm so sorry your going through all this. It sounds super stressful. Sending you positive vibes ((hugs))

canadianttc1st · January 2015

Stay strong. Hugs. It sounds like you have a lot going on I hope it turns around for you. Don't apologize for venting it's a lot to deal with

missab · January 2015

I'm so sorry; this is a LOT for anyone to handle! I agree with @snegde though, all you can do is try to take it one day at a time. Please keep yourself safe at work and take care in general, and certainly don't apologize about venting here (or anywhere else)! Hope things settle down soon; hang in there, momma.

lirpaloof77 · January 2015

Hang in there. Keep doing the best you can!!

karboss · January 2015

You are obviously one strong woman. I applaud you making it this far without a venting breakdown! So the best you can. That's all anyone can ask for. T sounds like you have a supportive husband and that will help to make all the difference in the world. Try to relax when you can to make sure you are taking care of yourself.

cwiceangel · January 2015

Come play with us on the high risk posts. We've got three epileptics now. Myself included. Everyone is super supportive. Epilepsy is a bitch but it's not the end of the world. I was diagnosed at 19... It sucks. Just be careful.

ewilson74 · January 2015

That is a lot on your plate, I am sorry that you have extra stress. Just take it one day at a time. ((Hugs))

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DPandMB · January 2015

I agree with all previous posts. That is a lot to take on. Sorry to hear all of it. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Good luck and stay strong.

redneckmomma25 · January 2015

This sounds stressful! I'm sorry there is so much going on!

Stephmichellep · January 2015

I don't really have any advice to give, but I am sorry. It sounds like you're going through a lot. I sincerely hope things get better for you and your family.

jessc0616 · January 2015

So sorry for all your stresses. I hope things start moving in a positive direction for you and your family.

lovemaddux · January 2015

You have a lot going on. Sounds like you're doing your best and that's all any of us can do. Like other PP talk to someone and find time for yourself.
My thoughts are with you in this hard time. (Only a few more months!)

littlewest1 · January 2015

I am sorry you ae going through this. Stay strong, you are getting so close!

DixieNormous330 · January 2015

take deep breaths and be kind to yourself. You're entitled to feel overwhelmed and upset. You have a very high-piled plate.

alexeleni · January 2015

That's so much to have on your plate. Vent anytime! Good luck to you and DH and your family in this stressful time.

Renate85 · January 2015

I don't have any advice or experience to share around being pregnant with epilepsy, but I can maybe offer some hope. Don't know what kind of epilepsy you're dealing with, but my husband suffered from epilepsy for 15 years. The doctors told him he'd be on meds for the rest of his life. Well, 3 years ago we found a Dr willing to do an experimental operation and it was a huge success. Seizure free for 3 years now.
So there's always hope that the epilepsy won't be a life long struggle. Hang in there and best of luck to you and your DH. Wishing you an absolutely perfectly healthy LO.

SeekingSmall · January 2015

Wow. That's a lot to handle. Sending T&P your way.

teril10 · January 2015

You should not be apologizing for this at all. I am epileptic as well and my husband and I spent a year preparing my body for pregnancy (weaning off meds and on to new ones with less side effect to the baby). Being epileptic alone has stressed me out, so I can not imagine everything else you are dealing with on top of that!! The only advice I can give you is to make sure your doctor keeps a close eye on your med levels and to know your triggers and do everything you can to prevent them. Will be thinking of you and hoping things get better!

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