I'm 28 weeks pregnant and I'm in a lot of pain because I was told that I have sand in my gall bladder and no matter what I eat I feel sick. I have lost almost all of my weight that I gained this pregnancy except 1 lb since sunday. I'm tired, dizzy, and disoriented from dehydration. Today I saw my doctor and she basically told me to deal with it until I have the baby in 10 weeks. She said that I might also have an ulcer which means that it can take anywhere from 6-8 weeks to feel better and my glucose test came back abnormal so I might have gestational diabetes, which means that the small list of things that I'm able to eat now, might be reduced . I can't lift my 9mth old son because of the pain and my parents want me to move in with them because my husband is never home. I would have to quit my job till after I have the baby and my doctor thinks that I don't need bed rest. What should I do? My husband said that if I work the stress will make me sicker, but we need the money!
2007-03-28 06:14:24 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Wow!!! I am so sorry to hear all that is going on. Regardless of money, you have to make things better for you and the baby. I would take the offer your parents made and stay with them for awhile. And take maternity leave at work early. If you can't eat much, the baby can't eat much. Also if you are having trouble holding your son, you could use other people's help. Eliminate as much tension and stress as possible, think of this as a mini vacation. You'll need to build your strength up for when the baby arrives.
2007-03-28 06:21:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I find it hard to believe that you have lost all of the weight you have put on up to this point, minus 1 pound, and at 28 weeks your doctor seems to not be concerned. If you are dizzy, dehydrated and unable to care for yourself, the doctor should/would have you addmitted. If this truly is the situation, it never hurts to tell the doctor, I respect your opinion however I think I would like to get the opinon of another doctor to confirm it. As for moving back in with mom and dad, the Bible tells us when we are married we are to turn from our parents and cling to our spouse. Not to run bak to mom and dad when things get tought. You and your husband made a decision to have another child so soon after the birth of your son knowing that it would cause a strugle with money. If you work, can you find a job that will cover all of your child care cost, the added cost of eating more convienet foods that are easyer to make, the gas to get you to and from work? No clear answers there other than to get a second opinion.
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2007-03-28 06:29:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Sorry to hear that you are in so much pain! Moving in with your parents to help out, may not be such a bad idea especially if your husband is never home and you have a 9 month old. You are fortunate to have their support. And although there may be financial strain, you and the baby well being are most inportant.
Good luck in whatever decision you and your family make.
2007-03-28 06:19:46 · answer #3 · answered by Preggy in Cali 12/31 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
you poor thing, well I doubt there is really nothing you can do right now except try to eat healthy for the baby, you have a 9 month old and about ready to have another? I would take your parents on their offer since your husband is never home. just keep up with your prenatal care.
2007-03-28 06:24:54 · answer #4 · answered by kissybertha 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-09-05 19:05:46 · answer #5 · answered by albano 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think in a situation like this you really need to get a second opinion. There are so many things going on here that it makes me worry, because I have seen people being put on bed rest for less.
I agree with your husband, you don't need to work right now. This baby and your family are your number one priorities and you need to be healthy. He loves you and this baby and he is willing to make the sacrifice to ensure his family is healthy. Smart man.
I know you are worried, but money has a way of working itself out. If worse comes to worse, borrow a little from family, they will definitely understand.
Just please get second opinion and take care of yourself and the baby the best you can.
2007-03-28 06:21:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think the first thing you need is a second opinion. Your current doc won't like it, but it sounds like you are not getting good medical advise. Second, I think you should consider staying with your parents or having another adult in the house with you and your baby until your husband gets home. You need another set of reliable hands to care for your child. 9 month olds are hard to care for even in perfect health. It sounds like things are sort of piling up for you. Take care of your health and the health of you children first. If that means quitting your job, then that's what you'll have to do. Good luck with everything!
2007-03-28 06:23:54 · answer #7 · answered by Stephanie S 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Tough call but if the Dr doesn't think you need bed rest then you probably don't try not to lift your 9 month old as much as possible and rest when you are home. Even if that means putting your 9 month old in a play pen a lot.
2007-03-28 06:18:16 · answer #8 · answered by fuzzyfontaine 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
See another Dr. Your dr. sounds like an idiot. Anyway, I suggest applying for state aid, at least that way you'll have some money coming in while you're waiting for baby. Good luck!
2007-03-28 06:29:43 · answer #9 · answered by greenbuddha03 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would really see another doctor for a 2nd opinion, or even a high risk doctor. Its tough to say exactly waht you shoudl do, but being in pain is not a good thing, pain causes stress and stress hurts the baby. see another doctor for a second opinion
2007-03-28 06:21:21 · answer #10 · answered by Tasha 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋