3rd tri symptom discussion

leighann1 · September 2015

As we're nearing the end, a lot of us are experiencing new, weird, irritating symptoms. If you have a question or want advice/commiseration from fellow Bumpies, put it here! NO MUCUS PLUG PICTURES PLEASE!! In fact, we don't really need pics of any bodily fluids. Please, and thank you

Disclaimer: When in doubt, call your doctor!!! Here's the list of symptoms my office says are "call every time" worthy:

Before you reach 37 weeks:

Pelvic pressure (a feeling that your baby is pushing down), lower back pain (especially if it's a new problem for you), menstrual-like cramping or abdominal pain, or more than four contractions in an hour (even if they don't hurt)
An increase in vaginal discharge or a change in the type of discharge — if it becomes watery, mucus-like, or bloody (even if it's only pink or blood-tinged)

At any time:

Your baby is moving or kicking less than usual
Severe or persistent abdominal pain or tenderness
Vaginal bleeding or spotting, or watery discharge
Pain or burning when you urinate, or little or no urination
Severe or persistent vomiting, or any vomiting accompanied by pain or fever
Chills or a fever of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher
Blurred or double vision, or seeing spots or "floaters"
A severe or persistent headache, or any headache accompanied by blurred vision, slurred speech, or numbness
Any swelling in your face or puffiness around your eyes, anything more than mild swelling in your fingers or hands, or severe or sudden swelling in your legs, feet, or ankles, or a rapid weight gain (more than 4 pounds in a week)
Severe or persistent leg or calf pain that doesn't ease up when you flex your ankle and point your toes toward your nose, or one leg significantly more swollen than the other
Trauma to your abdomen
Fainting, frequent dizziness, rapid heartbeat, or palpitations
Difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, or chest pain
Severe constipation accompanied by abdominal pain or severe diarrhea that lasts more than 24 hours
Persistent intense itching all over
Any health problem that you'd ordinarily call your practitioner about, even if it's not pregnancy-related (like worsening asthma or a cold that gets worse rather than better)

leighann1 · September 2015

My newest weird symptom question:

I've been having carpal tunnel pain, so last night I wore a wrist splint on my right hand as recommended by my doctor. I woke up to a weirdly swollen right hand after I took off the wrap. I'm guessing it's from being wrapped too tightly? It didn't feel particularly tight - I was careful to adjust it before bed.

I'm going to see if it goes down in the next hour or so, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen?

millereliz13 · September 2015

leighann1 said:
My newest weird symptom question:

I've been having carpal tunnel pain, so last night I wore a wrist splint on my right hand as recommended by my doctor. I woke up to a weirdly swollen right hand after I took off the wrap. I'm guessing it's from being wrapped too tightly? It didn't feel particularly tight - I was careful to adjust it before bed.

I'm going to see if it goes down in the next hour or so, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen?

You mat want to try icing it to see if that helps too. Hope your hand feels better.

Sar29est · September 2015

I keep getting these sharp, shooting pains in my crotch. It feels a lot like the "lightning crotch" I experienced earlier on, but MUCH more painful. It only happens when I am standing and it is painful to the point where I actually hunch over from the pain. It will happen a few times in a row and then stop. It happens maybe a handful of times a day. I never had this when I was pregnant with my son, so I am not sure if I should worry or not. Anyone else experience this? I am 34 w 1 d.

elmann1 · September 2015

Sorry- TMI but since Monday, I've had diarrhea only in the mornings. I've had constipation most of this pregnancy but the diarrhea started this Monday after breakfast and continued to this morning. Baby is still moving, I can't tell if her movement has decreased. she's still active and rolling around. But this is my first time getting diarrhea this pregnancy. I drink lots of water. What have you ladies done for this? Everything I've read is "pre-term labor" related. But I dont have it all day and I dont have tons of it or any other symptoms.

babybumb1229 · September 2015

I have the same out of no where I just was able to use the restroom and it's like you in the morning. I hear that happened to some women that their body cleans out before going into labor.

elmann1 said:
Sorry- TMI but since Monday, I've had diarrhea only in the mornings. I've had constipation most of this pregnancy but the diarrhea started this Monday after breakfast and continued to this morning. Baby is still moving, I can't tell if her movement has decreased. she's still active and rolling around. But this is my first time getting diarrhea this pregnancy. I drink lots of water. What have you ladies done for this? Everything I've read is "pre-term labor" related. But I dont have it all day and I dont have tons of it or any other symptoms.

elmann1 · September 2015

leighann1 said:

My newest weird symptom question:

I've been having carpal tunnel pain, so last night I wore a wrist splint on my right hand as recommended by my doctor. I woke up to a weirdly swollen right hand after I took off the wrap. I'm guessing it's from being wrapped too tightly? It didn't feel particularly tight - I was careful to adjust it before bed.

I'm going to see if it goes down in the next hour or so, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen?

@leighann1 Does it hurt? Has the swelling gone down yet? Maybe just drink a lot of water today, limit salt intake and dont to wrap it tonight and see what happens in the morning.

margies2010 · September 2015

leighann1 said:
My newest weird symptom question:

I've been having carpal tunnel pain, so last night I wore a wrist splint on my right hand as recommended by my doctor. I woke up to a weirdly swollen right hand after I took off the wrap. I'm guessing it's from being wrapped too tightly? It didn't feel particularly tight - I was careful to adjust it before bed.

I'm going to see if it goes down in the next hour or so, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen?

This. I was dx with carpet tunnel pre-pregnancy so I had splints already. I wore them the other night and both of my hands swole particularly bad. I did an Epsom salt soak with a few ice cubes tossed in and it did relieve the swelling and pain some. I also have an autoimmune arthritis, so I believe that is flaring as well.

babybumb1229 · September 2015

Just a question I've seen alot of mommas have gotten and ultrasound I have yet to get one I'm 36 weeks am I going to get one? I find it werid others have gotten theirs and I havent

vamomtobe · September 2015

@babybumb1229, did you have one at around 20 weeks? That's the norm, to have one done at that point. It's often referred to as the "anatomy scan." That's usually the last ultrasound you'll have if you have a complication-free pregnancy. Do you mean you haven't had a single ultrasound your entire pregnancy? That does sound weird!

LiveNLove44 · September 2015

leighann1 said:

My newest weird symptom question:

I've been having carpal tunnel pain, so last night I wore a wrist splint on my right hand as recommended by my doctor. I woke up to a weirdly swollen right hand after I took off the wrap. I'm guessing it's from being wrapped too tightly? It didn't feel particularly tight - I was careful to adjust it before bed.

I'm going to see if it goes down in the next hour or so, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen?

@leighann1, oftentimes wraps and splints can restrict, even just slightly, the blood flow and that can cause the area to retain more fluid over time. It doesn't sound like it was alarmingly swollen, so I would just be mindful of the compression that the wrap offers and making sure to adjust it in the middle of the night if you're up and notice some swelling at that point. I only say middle of the night because if you're like many of us, you're up to pee

LiveNLove44 · September 2015

elmann1 said:

Sorry- TMI but since Monday, I've had diarrhea only in the mornings. I've had constipation most of this pregnancy but the diarrhea started this Monday after breakfast and continued to this morning. Baby is still moving, I can't tell if her movement has decreased. she's still active and rolling around. But this is my first time getting diarrhea this pregnancy. I drink lots of water. What have you ladies done for this? Everything I've read is "pre-term labor" related. But I dont have it all day and I dont have tons of it or any other symptoms.

@elmann1, throughout pregnancy, our hormones fluctuate which can lead to shifts in our GI tract functions. It certainly can be part of the early stages of labor, but in your case, I wouldn't take that as a sign since it is a stand-alone symptom with little else tied to it. Make sure anytime you have diarrhea that you are consuming adequate fluids to replenish your body's stores! I hope it resolves and you begin feeling...regular

MandahGirly · September 2015

My latest symptom might also be TMI but every time I sit on the toilet I get this pain in my pelvis especially if I bend over slightly. I know that baby is head down right now but it is super annoying and weird that I only get that when I'm on he toilet. Although I do notice I have a similar pain if I sit for too long. My poor pelvis

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plumpous · September 2015

@margies2010 Epsom salt helps the joint pain and swelling in my hands?

How does it work and how effective is it?

I get it really bad, especially at night -to the point where when I wake up to pee I can't tear the toilet paper from the roll!

megewy · September 2015

Sar29est said:
I keep getting these sharp, shooting pains in my crotch. It feels a lot like the "lightning crotch" I experienced earlier on, but MUCH more painful. It only happens when I am standing and it is painful to the point where I actually hunch over from the pain. It will happen a few times in a row and then stop. It happens maybe a handful of times a day. I never had this when I was pregnant with my son, so I am not sure if I should worry or not. Anyone else experience this? I am 34 w 1 d.

I have been getting this too. However sometimes happens when sitting as well. I've also been getting sharp cramps in my upper inner thigh where it meets your vaginal area. Comes on quick and last at most 30 seconds and then gone

cbowen1020 · September 2015

I fainted yesterday! I went to the ER and everything is okay but I am still shocked! My blood sugar levels were quite low, and I was dehydrated. I've never had any problems with this during my pregnancy so far, (just mild swelling in my feet and hands) but I think I haven't been drinking enough water the past couple of days and I need to take it easier while its super hot outside (still in Sept!)

The baby is perfectly fine BTW, but I need to take care of myself a little better! A wake up call for me definitely.

elmann1 · September 2015

Thanks, @LiveNLove44! Hormones... of course!

brittanispears · September 2015

I've been having pelvic pain for the last 2-3 weeks. When I saw my doctor, I told her about it and she told me it's normal. She said the baby's getting heavier and putting pressure on it. But now, I'm experiencing pain that feels like I hit a pothole on a bike and fell between the seat and the handlebars. It's awful. When I see her next Friday, I'm definitely telling her.

margies2010 · September 2015

@plumpous - I don't know the exact mechanism of why it helps, but it does! My rheumatologist had me doing Epsom soaks when I was first diagnosed with psoriasis arthritis, and before that I had done them anytime my feet were particularly sore or swollen. I checked with my OB before doing one during pregnancy and he gave me the green light. At least it brings my swelling down which helps with my pain level. It's cheap, so it's worth a try! If j were you, I would try it right before bed.

wandering.artist05 · September 2015

@elmann1 I've had diarrhea off and on since I got into my third trimester. I was worried about it being a sign of preterm labor, but I was told that it was just hormones. I had the opposite issue the first half of my pregnancy

KLHauck12 · September 2015

wandering.artist05 said:
@elmann1 I've had diarrhea off and on since I got into my third trimester. I was worried about it being a sign of preterm labor, but I was told that it was just hormones. I had the opposite issue the first half of my pregnancy

Same here. Such bad constipation & gas pains in the first trimester. Then it got better but then I had loose stools in the beginning of the third trimester. Recently it was finally normal again....but the last few days I feel like I'm leaning towards constipated again! Ive had a few moments of abdominal cramping that made me nervous for a second until I realized if I pushed like I was going, I would feel them or they were be gone after paasing gas (sorry if tmi!). Just wish I could stay in the middle ground....not constipated or diarrhea

braly255 · September 2015

leighann1 said:
My newest weird symptom question:

I've been having carpal tunnel pain, so last night I wore a wrist splint on my right hand as recommended by my doctor. I woke up to a weirdly swollen right hand after I took off the wrap. I'm guessing it's from being wrapped too tightly? It didn't feel particularly tight - I was careful to adjust it before bed.

I'm going to see if it goes down in the next hour or so, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen?

With braces, splints, wraps, etc.. You want to make sure you can easily slip two finger underneath. Just an FYI!

tulegrl14 · September 2015

Peeing every hour at night and sharp pains in cervix. Hot flashes are my new one. I'm never a hot sweaty type of person but lately it will happen out of no where. I have stollen all the fans in the house.

leighann1 · September 2015

@margies2010 I just bought a big bag of epsom salts yesterday, so I will try that!

@braly255 thanks for the tip! I wasn't sure who tight to make it, but it was probably tighter than needed because at first it didn't feel like it was doing anything to stabilize my wrist. I'm going to leave the wrap off tonight. The swelling has gone down some, but my hand still feels weird, and it's been sore & tingly. Doesn't help that it was a million degrees today, so everything was swelling up like a balloon anyway. Pregnancy is so fun.

Mommajones0315 · September 2015

margies2010 said:

leighann1 said:
My newest weird symptom question:

I've been having carpal tunnel pain, so last night I wore a wrist splint on my right hand as recommended by my doctor. I woke up to a weirdly swollen right hand after I took off the wrap. I'm guessing it's from being wrapped too tightly? It didn't feel particularly tight - I was careful to adjust it before bed.

I'm going to see if it goes down in the next hour or so, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen?
This. I was dx with carpet tunnel pre-pregnancy so I had splints already. I wore them the other night and both of my hands swole particularly bad. I did an Epsom salt soak with a few ice cubes tossed in and it did relieve the swelling and pain some. I also have an autoimmune arthritis, so I believe that is flaring as well.

What kind of autoimmune arthritis do you have? I ask only because I have an autoimmune arthritis also, and I have asked around for 8 months and can't find another momma anywhere lol.

ems028 · September 2015

I keep on getting this pulsing sensation. Yesterday it was in my lower abdomen. Today it was on my cervix/in my vagina? :-/

I'm guessing it's baby hiccup ing. But I'm not sure. Anyone had this? It's quite strange haha.

leighann1 · September 2015

ems028 said:

I keep on getting this pulsing sensation. Yesterday it was in my lower abdomen. Today it was on my cervix/in my vagina? :-/ I'm guessing it's baby hiccup ing. But I'm not sure. Anyone had this? It's quite strange haha.

Yes! I've had that too a few times! I guessed hiccups as well, and they just feel weirder because her head is lower now. I also heard someone mention it could be baby "practice breathing" which I think is fascinating!

cc47033 · September 2015

I feel like someone kicked me in the crotch with a steel-tied boot. I will never again laugh when I guy gets hit in the "family jewels." Who am I kidding, yes I will!!

allowe · September 2015

leighann1 said:
My newest weird symptom question:

I've been having carpal tunnel pain, so last night I wore a wrist splint on my right hand as recommended by my doctor. I woke up to a weirdly swollen right hand after I took off the wrap. I'm guessing it's from being wrapped too tightly? It didn't feel particularly tight - I was careful to adjust it before bed.

I'm going to see if it goes down in the next hour or so, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen?

This happened to me too. I just never wore it again as I found I felt worse, not better.

only a few more weeks!

margies2010 · September 2015

Mommajones0315 said:

margies2010 said:

leighann1 said:
My newest weird symptom question:

I've been having carpal tunnel pain, so last night I wore a wrist splint on my right hand as recommended by my doctor. I woke up to a weirdly swollen right hand after I took off the wrap. I'm guessing it's from being wrapped too tightly? It didn't feel particularly tight - I was careful to adjust it before bed.

I'm going to see if it goes down in the next hour or so, but I was wondering if anyone else has had this happen?
This. I was dx with carpet tunnel pre-pregnancy so I had splints already. I wore them the other night and both of my hands swole particularly bad. I did an Epsom salt soak with a few ice cubes tossed in and it did relieve the swelling and pain some. I also have an autoimmune arthritis, so I believe that is flaring as well.
What kind of autoimmune arthritis do you have? I ask only because I have an autoimmune arthritis also, and I have asked around for 8 months and can't find another momma anywhere lol.

Mine is psoriasis arthritis, you?

kmama37 · September 2015

Sometimes baby gets so much pressure on my diaphram that I nearly have a panic attack because I really can't breathe.

AGMeeks · September 2015

Insomnia! My body is getting me ready for those sleepless nights...

danixbanani24 · September 2015

ugh sore belly, back pain, insomnia, general uncomfortable-ness...I'm ready for baby boy to make his appearance and I want him to cook until full gestation but not sure I'm going to make it another month! lol

mak1020 · September 2015

I still have swamp a$$ and swamp crotch! It's going on 2-3 months now. Some days are better than others but with the heat and humidity I can't get a break. Also the constant itching of my crotch , so over it!

millereliz13 · September 2015

I experienced my first night that was full of Braxton Hicks last night. Nothing regular but I'm exhausted this morning. I was going to go to Walmart but I have zero energy.

meghan82 · September 2015

mak1020 said:

I still have swamp a$$ and swamp crotch! It's going on 2-3 months now. Some days are better than others but with the heat and humidity I can't get a break. Also the constant itching of my crotch , so over it!

right there with you, i know... it is awful. lately i have gotten some relief by using tucks pads. i had purchased them for postpartum but decided to use them a couple of times a day to wipe everything down. it helps a lot. i live in MD, at least it is supposed to get cooler here this weekend so i hope that will help too. last time we had a stretch of 3 days in a row with no humidity i felt like a human being again and i actually wanted to have sex. my husband was so happy. oh the joys of pregnancy!! wishing you some relief.

Aldermanbaby · September 2015

I seriously have been waking up with night sweats/ hot flashes ! It's so gross 5 more weeks!

jennylynn103 · September 2015

I keep getting this awful burning sensation under my left ribs. I'm sure it's baby pushing on a nerve or something, but it feels like she has a box of matches in there and is just torturing me (I know...dramatic haha).

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