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Non-stop headache anyone?

brooklynmama718brooklynmama718 member
in June 2017 Moms
I've had a headache since yesterday at around 4:30pm. Had to call in sick because I woke up all night with same headache... Tylenol isn't working and my doctor doesn't want to prescribe anything yet. 
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  • hmhierholzerhmhierholzer member
    I have been having a lot of headaches lately as well. I tried Tylenol once, but it only helped for a few hours. I have found that if I drink more water and try to rest for a bit, it seems to help. I hope you feel better soon!
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  • halfthetree halfthetree member
    Ugh yes. Absolutely brutal. I've been told the headache stick from Saje (and essential oils shop) works wonders. As does high protein and water intake. I have yet to try it... I've been in bed crying and wimping out all day.
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  • kfry22kfry22 member
    Yes. I've had one all day today and also last night. I'm going away for work tomorrow and packed Tylenol in three different places just in case. 
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  • NamelessAriaNamelessAria member
    I had a 72 hour migraine over the Thanksgiving holiday when my husband and I were traveling to visit family out of state. I hear you on the whole headache thing. Tylenol never does anything at all for my migraines and I've just been miserable. My OB told me that headaches and heartburn are the most common 2nd trimester symptoms that she sees. So at least it's normal. But it's really not fun at all.
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  • FSUNole31FSUNole31 member
    I woke up with one today that stuck with me for most of it.  It is finally easing up and I hope with some sleep it goes away.
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  • mezalunemezalune member
    Make sure you're staying hydrated and maybe have DH rub your shoulders-neck?  I haven't had it yet, but first pregnancy I had terrible tension headaches that improved greatly with massages, both from DH and professionals.  I also used heat packs on my neck/traps.  
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  • Assiram42Assiram42 member
    Guys, I swear by magnesium supplements. I'm a non-pregnant migraine sufferer and they were terrible with my last pregnancy, someone suggest magnesium and my doctor said it was fine.  It was the only thing that relieved them.

    As always, check with your doctor before taking magnesium if you decide to try, but I swear it helps.

    Hope you all get relief soon!
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  • Moore2love2014Moore2love2014 member
    Glad I'm not the only one. Have had the same headache for the past 4 days and it's only gotten worse. I miss ibeprohab so bad. Tylenol is like eating candy, it does nothing. 
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  • CurlyMommy416CurlyMommy416 member
    @Assiram42 Magnesium has been a LIFE SAVER for my migraines.  Instead of 2-3 a week I get 2-3 a year.  

    I have been getting more minor pregnancy headaches and sniffing peppermint essential oils definitely help (also with the nausea!)  Heating pad on your neck, massaging the bridge of your nose, and staying hydrated can also really help.

    Signed, a lifelong headache sufferer
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  • wifeinraleigh28wifeinraleigh28 member
    I've been getting headaches on and off since I got my BFP but now since I hit 13 weeks on Saturday it's been pretty much nonstop. I do find that the only thing that really works for me right now is combining Tylenol with a little bit of caffeine (like a small half caff). I used to drink a small coffee daily before getting pregnant but now I just get decaf unless it's a headache day, so that extra little boost helps.

    I have my prenatal appointment in the morning and I am going to ask my OB about magnesium! Thanks for the suggestion @Assiram42
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  • BelhurstBrideBelhurstBride member
    I feel like I've had a headache since I POAS; I'm not usually a headache sufferer. 
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  • hjphillipshjphillips member
    I'm a lifelong headache sufferer. For me, staying hydrated is key. I drink Gatorade when I have a migraine, it's a lifesaver. 
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  • kdanjoukdanjou member
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    I have headaches almost every night now.  I think for me it's a combo of tension, maybe not drinking enough water, lack of sleep, and my eyes changing (I wear contact lenses).  It sucks.
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  • brooklynmama718brooklynmama718 member
    Thank you ladies. My poor DH doesn't know what else to do. I've been drinking lots of gatorade because I have a water aversion since nausea at 5 weeks... Tylenol does nothing but I took two this am. It's more of a bother now than as severe as before. Maybe the Gatorade is helping. Thanks for your input. It's good to know we're not suffering alone or in vein. 
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  • bornmommybornmommy member
    Boo for headaches.  Try to up your protein and water intake.  Thats what helps mine.  And massage and warm showers don't hurt either.  I have had such a tense and tight lower neck/shoulder area that I need constant kneading to get the tension out.   
                  
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  • JessyKVJessyKV member
    I know this might be an unpopular solution but sometimes a good old Coke helps my headaches. Take Tylenol with coke then hydrate after. 
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  • BellaO21BellaO21 member
    @kdanjou I didn't even think of my contacts being part of the problem! I knew my lack of a decent night sleep was part of it  :/

    im going on day #6 in a row of having this headache... may have to call my Dr and see if she'll approve the magnesium supplements! 
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  • amberp1528amberp1528 member
    I tend to have a dull head ache all day but I think its because I am dehydrated and have low blood sugar. I am not a big drinker I am max 48oz a day which is not good but its better than the 32oz I was at. I also until the last few days I have not wanted to eat much so that a problem. 
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  • mamaelle27mamaelle27 member
    For anyone who has trouble hydrating, try carrying around a water bottle with a straw. I swear I drink a ton more that way. 
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  • lmc929lmc929 member
    OMG yes! I get migraines from time to time in general and I didnt have any during my first pregnancy and I thought "wow, maybe I just needed to get pregnant!". Now I have had several this time around and am sad to have lost one of the major perks that I thought came with my pregnancies. 

    Heat on my neck and cold on my forehead helps. Good luck!

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  • brooklynmama718brooklynmama718 member
    The Gatorade is helping quite a bit. I guess dehydration is brutal.
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  • wifeinraleigh28wifeinraleigh28 member
    My OB approved magnesium supplements today so I'm going to pick some up tomorrow. My head is excruciating tonight :cry:
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  • brooklynmama718brooklynmama718 member
    Oh man... Sorry to hear. How much magnesium will you take?
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  • wifeinraleigh28wifeinraleigh28 member
    @NYCProf She didn't specify a dosage... so I imagine I just follow what's recommended? Haven't really thought about that...
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  • jc_twomamasjc_twomamas member
    Add me to the headache train...ever since 11 weeks (14 weeks tomorrow)! I'm thinking mine might be related to my poor sleep since getting pregnant. Damn pregnancy insomnia. 

    I drink close to 130 oz of water a day so I know it's not that...if they keep up I may check out magnesium as well with my OB. Good suggestion! 
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  • brooklynmama718brooklynmama718 member
    Headache going full force since last night 9pm. After 3 doses of Tylenol, still here. I'm drinking gatorade because I'm thinking it's dehydration. I might miss a wedding ceremony because of it.feels like a migraine with the Nausea. :neutral:
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