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Pregnancy? What Is It Like To Be Pregnant And Have Fibromyalgia?
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I eventually would like to have a another child so my daughter has a sibling and life long playmate... but I'm scared. Can we take our meds? Is that safe if we can? And if we can't take out meds, what is the 9 months like? I'm really scared and nervous but I know nothing about it. Any information on this would be wonderful! Thank you!

posted November 22, 2015
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Hi I've spoken to my doctor and she's advised the only medications that are 'safe' during pregnancy are tramadol and codeine when necessary but you would need to stop taking them in the third trimester so baby doesn't have withdrawals when it's born. I've started taking panadeine which is panadol mixed with a very small dose of codeine so I have less codeine in my system but it still helps a lot more than just panadol. There are natural options which are amazing such as massages, trigger point therapy, bath/spa, yoga, aqua aerobics etc that you could try :)

posted November 24, 2015 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

I felt great during pregnancy, practically normal. No problems or complications. Probably due to endorphins and cortisone the body produces during the pregnancy. Then about 6 weeks after delivery all symptoms returned with a vengance. I was concerned I might drop the baby, is i set up everything within reach in my bedroom. I placed bassinet right next to bed, kept wipes, diapers, clean sleepers, etc near me. I fixed a changing pad area on the floor in livingroom so I wouldn't worry about baby falling on floor during diaper changes. Breast feeding is the best thing. Its easy, cheap, and you always have it with you. No bottles and clutter tie deal with. Make things as easy as possible for yourself before baby comes. Worry less about how pretty the room us and more about ease of use for a mom with a disability. ENJOY YOUR CHILD.

posted November 22, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

I pray it don't show it's face up later on. Thnx Kathy elephant hugs 🐘🐘🐘🙇🙇🙇

posted December 13, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

My niece has had CFIDS and FM since a young age (5?). She just had a baby about a year ago. Worked with her doctor and didn't seem to have too many problems and she also breast fed. If no one else can give you answers, I can connect you with her. She will help.

posted November 22, 2015
A MyFibroTeam Member

Girl, I went through it. All I can say is everyone is different. My personal experience was terrible. Having to come off my meds cold turkey was not good. I suffer with migraines and they are worse during pregnancy. All I was able to take was Vicodin which really did not do much. My belly felt painful like it was pulling on my body. I barely slept, I was an emotional mess, The doctors almost lost me. BUT, I have the most beautiful princess I could have asked for and she is my shadow. She is 5 years old now and makes sure that I knows she loves me about a million times a day.

posted November 22, 2015

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