Weekly Symptoms Thread 4/17

bumpybump · April 2017

How are you feeling? Anything new to report?

SouthernMama15 · April 2017

Ugh, the heartburn is getting really bad. I made the mistake of eating lemon meringue pie yesterday and it almost killed me. I'm going to have to stash some Tums in my purse

AdvoCyndi30 · April 2017

@SouthernMama15 Zantac 150 twice a day is a LIFESAVER. I had heartburn so bad with my daughter I would sit up in our recliner at night and bawl. I take one around noon, and one right before bed. I use Tums, too, but they only work for a short time.

AdvoCyndi30 · April 2017

My feet and hands are swelling after long days. :-/ I'm trying to drink a lot of water to help. I didn't start swelling with my last two until I was around 35 weeks. This is going to be a looooong pregnancy.

smallbutmighty77 · April 2017

Swelling feet, Acid reflux, low back seizing up some and my belly button has popped. The belly button might seem small, but now all my tighter shirts look ridiculous and it's oddly uncomfortable.

Kathryn0903 · April 2017

I feel like the extra weight is starting to get to me. I don't know how to describe it other than feeling more heaviness in my stomach. I've never had this much weight on me before, so I guess it's to be expected. Totally not complaining if it means baby's growing and doing well!
I did have a killer headache yesterday. Hope that was just a one time thing.

LSP87 · April 2017

Anyone else dealing with low blood pressure issues? I'm so thankful my pelvic and pubic bone pain has subsided a bit but this low blood pressure is so weird. My doctor suggested I balance carbs and sugars better with protein and drink more water. I'm making an effort to add a little salt in there too but I don't want to wind up getting swollen along with that. Doctor doesn't seem too concerned with my BP being low as long as I don't pass out.

Kathryn0903 · April 2017

@LSP87 how low are you talking?

LSP87 · April 2017

@Kathryn0903 My last reading was 90/56 I think

Kathryn0903 · April 2017

Ok I haven't been that low, but I've hit 100 and doctor doesn't seem concerned.

LSP87 · April 2017

@Kathryn0903 I only figured out it was low blood pressure because my pulse started feeling really strange about a month ago. It felt irregular and like it was beating really hard. I'd get a weird feeling in the back of my throat like my heart was up there. I think that's what they're more concerned that you monitor when you have low blood pressure--along with the fainting risk. I guess your body gets stressed and can try to overcompensate by your heart beating harder and faster. The main advice I was given was to be careful before standing (stretch out your legs to get blood flowing back to your upper body) and to drink more water as dehydration can make it worse. It is nowhere near as concerning as high blood pressure.

DeansGirl14 · April 2017

Well, after Easter yesterday, I learned 10 hours in strappy heels with swelling feet is pretty miserable.

SpotConlon · April 2017

I was finally able to see baby's movement from the outside of my body. I was both fascinated and horrified.

SouthernMama15 · April 2017

@AdvoCyndi30 I took something daily with DS when it got out of control, but I talked to my ob last week and she wants me to do Tums and see if they work first.

My right foot is annoying the crap out of me. The tendons on the bottom are so tight and I can't get them to relax no matter what.

bestnameever · April 2017

@LSP87 I dealt with low blood pressure around week 20. The lowest reading I had was 92/59. It was scary because I would bend down to get a pan out of the cabinet and start seeing stars. I called my doctor and she was not concerned- saying it can happen with the increased blood flow and to stay hydrated and take things slow (no quick up and downs). I am happy to report it only lasted for a couple of days and now I think my body has readjusted. The feeling can be very scary- so hopefully your BP increases soon!

My lovely weekly symptoms are increased discharge and a stuffy nose that just won't quit.

bumpybump · April 2017

I'm sick for the fourth time this pregnancy and feel like shit today. I think the GD test from this morning isn't helping. Heartburn is back and sporadic. I'm not wanting to take meds if I can help it so been fighting through this time. After doing so much work outside, my crotch has been hurting. Nothing major but just some slight pains/soreness.

PinkPrincessPiper · April 2017

My back is killing me! Has been for the past two days. Heating pad, warm baths, and Tylenol help. I'm also dealing with a massive headache today. It didn't help that I had a dentist appointment. In fact between me, DH, and the boys, we were at the dentist for 3 & 1/2 hours. It was torture.

middy411 · April 2017

@smallbutmighty77 Last year, my friend put a band aid on her "popped" belly button because hers got irritated and she hated the way it looked in her tighter clothes. Maybe that will help give you some comfort?

jadkins2 · April 2017

Yes I second the band aid that is what I do! Belly buttons are weird and I don't even want to see it.

Leni410 · April 2017

My whole stomach hurts today. I don't know if it's my body growing or what but it's so uncomfortable.

erindippity · April 2017

@Leni410 mine hurts mostly on the right side, like super bad, but in general my belly feels different the last two days. It's heavier and just kinda uncomfortable

donehue · April 2017

@leni40 I have a constant range of stomach pains as well. Frequently it is the area above my uterus so I'm guessing that's stomach/intestine related. When I'm dehydrated or have been on my feet too much it is on the underside of my belly. When I bend or sit up the wrong way I feel sharp stabbing tendon pains on my sides.

I had had all of these symptoms with my second, so they don't phase me too much, but holy Braxton hicks with #3. I legit was having to breathe through some last Thursday work, but luckily they went away after a while. I am a little nervous because with my second i didn't think i was having real contractions until holy crap here's the head on the way home from work in the car so clearly I know nothing.

DeansGirl14 · April 2017

Oh yeah, the stomach pain. I think I'm getting it from stretching/growing. Funny thing is, I'd massage what hurt and it would feel better, and then Baby would kick around. Guess I was bothering her, haha.

Kathryn0903 · April 2017

I mentioned this somewhere else but when should I worry about having headaches? I've started to have bad headaches, but blood pressure is fine and no other real issues. I don't have another appointment for 3 weeks. Is there a point where I should call if it gets bad? Totally trying to keep alert on any symptoms I may have in the meantime though.

LSP87 · April 2017

@Kathryn0903 It can't hurt to call your OB/midwife and be seen just to make sure it isn't anything worrisome. I am glad your blood pressure is ok, but I would at least call and see what he or she says about it. I know a lot of women are more likely to experience headaches or worsening of their usual headache symptoms due to a variety of non-dangerous pregnancy-related causes like dehydration, hormonal changes affecting migraines, etc.

SouthernMama15 · April 2017

Holy lower back pain. I just vacuumed and I feel like I'm going to die

Kathryn0903 · April 2017

@LSP87 definitely going to call if it persists. Part of me thinks I'm just overtired and stressed with the semester coming to an end.

morgy_bee · April 2017

I had a routine cleaning at the dentist today that turned into a damn torture session. My gums and teeth get so inflamed and irritated when I'm pregnant so she did a gum rinse to flush out bacteria. This was SO uncomfortable and I left with blood stained teeth. My gums are still throbbing 4 hours later.

PinkPrincessPiper · April 2017

morgy_bee said:

I had a routine cleaning at the dentist today that turned into a damn torture session. My gums and teeth get so inflamed and irritated when I'm pregnant so she did a gum rinse to flush out bacteria. This was SO uncomfortable and I left with blood stained teeth. My gums are still throbbing 4 hours later.

I had a cleaning on Monday, and my gums are still sore. They give me problems every time I'm pregnant. I feel for you!

WineAndDogs · April 2017

@Kathryn0903 Keep a log of your headaches- when they start, intensity, any recent foods around the time they start, light/noise sensitivity. It will give you a little more info to give your OB and might help to identify the cause.

AdvoCyndi30 · April 2017

@donehue I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one having some crazy Braxton Hicks! These are legit! Baby #3 for me as well. Didn't have these until week 30 or so with the other two. I find myself holding my breath while having them.

DeansGirl14 · April 2017

Symptom- Baby officially has replaced my stomach. I have to eat smaller meals or just snack. Yesterday at lunch I had just oatmeal, yogurt, and cheese and felt like I was going to burst. For dinner, just had a can of Chef Boyardee and felt like I was going to burst, then had heartburn.
Hopefully she makes room for the deep dish pizza we're having with friends tonight.

babyudell8815 · April 2017

Sleeping is no longer my favorite thing to do...can't get comfy enough at night so I feel like I'm losing sleep. Had a sharp pain near my belly button and it definitely wasn't a growing pain - I found out I was constipated

Currently trying to fight off an upper respiratory infection.

smallbutmighty77 · April 2017

@DeansGirl14 I love when people ask me how it is eating for two. I like to say, this baby takes up too much room for me to eat for one, let alone two! Small meals it is!

cmmiller531 · April 2017

Chocolate = heart burn!

also... sciatic pain :'(

erindippity · April 2017

The sciatic pain is the worst. It's getting awful. My fingers have swollen so bad I have to take my wedding rings off too.

SouthernMama15 · April 2017

@erindippity I got my rings sized up I think half a size right before BFP. Sometimes they're loose, sometimes I can barely get them off. I got a fake band for cheap last time, but now I'm thinking about getting one of the stackable silicone rings. Qualo has some cute stackable ones

Mango517 · April 2017

@DeansGirl14 @smallbutmighty77
Same. My appetite has plummeted these past weeks and when I do get hungry I can only eat a small amount before feeling crazy full. I think it's a combo of baby taking up room and all the water I've been drinking.

Kathryn0903 · April 2017

Feeling movement so much more. Yesterday saw my stomach move on its own. So weird!

brookeelyse527 · April 2017

Recently I have noticed my heart skipping beats. I read heart palpitations are normal during pregnancy but still freaks me out. When I'm falling asleep, it can feel like my heart is stopping. But that also could be anxiety related.

mrsjqg1024 · April 2017

@brookedeyo That's been happening to me for a long time, but has increased since becoming pregnant. I actually had a heart monitor put on for 24 hours literally the day before I found out I was pregnant. Everything came back normal but I'm not sure the monitor actually caught any of the skipping beats that I've experienced. Doctor isn't concerned though. I know it's stressful when you get them, but for me it's just been my "normal" for a long time. Hopefully for you they stop after baby comes!

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