Better after pregnancy???

[fondreflections]

Jeana,

Honestly, I think it's a combination of everything. I have never been pregnant so perhaps I shouldn't comment, but it sounds like you have more than a full plate there.

I think you both really need to start thinking about after the pregnancy. I don't see how you are going to be able to continue working while taking care of yourself, a toddler, and baby with a lower lung function. Even with not working, you have a very full schedule.

Please don't misunderstand me or anything. I am just very concerned for you. I remember when you reached out to me months ago about your adopted son when I didn't know what to do in regards to my infertiity. You were a shoulder to lean on.

Just reading what you are trying to do right now exhausts me, and your baby isn't even here yet. All Moms say the pregnancy is the easy part.

I don't think all your lung function is lost for good; however, things have to change and pretty drastically. I know I am no one to say too much, but I think the best scernio would be if your hubby was able to go back to work, and your Mom or someone could stay with you for a couple of weeks. Getting lung function back while taking care of two children is very hard from what other Moms say. You will need near constant help for awhile without having to worry about income and health insurance benefits. You have more than enough with your CF and two little ones. Sadly, your hubby couldn't help for any of this, and he too must be feeling very down right now too. I feel bad for both of you right now with all the hardships against you.

My second suggestion is to really sit down with your hubby and discuss you and your future with regards to working. Many Moms have had to quit their jobs to be able to take care of themselves and their children. Considering your current lung function and situation, I think you need lots of time off. I don't know your financial situation. If you have to work, then you have to work. However, it sounds like you need much time off. Even after this bump, you really need to figure out if working is something that you will be able to do while maintaining your health and raising two children.

I will be keeping both of you in my thoughts. (((HUGS)))

 

[fondreflections]

Jeana,

Honestly, I think it's a combination of everything. I have never been pregnant so perhaps I shouldn't comment, but it sounds like you have more than a full plate there.

I think you both really need to start thinking about after the pregnancy. I don't see how you are going to be able to continue working while taking care of yourself, a toddler, and baby with a lower lung function. Even with not working, you have a very full schedule.

Please don't misunderstand me or anything. I am just very concerned for you. I remember when you reached out to me months ago about your adopted son when I didn't know what to do in regards to my infertiity. You were a shoulder to lean on.

Just reading what you are trying to do right now exhausts me, and your baby isn't even here yet. All Moms say the pregnancy is the easy part.

I don't think all your lung function is lost for good; however, things have to change and pretty drastically. I know I am no one to say too much, but I think the best scernio would be if your hubby was able to go back to work, and your Mom or someone could stay with you for a couple of weeks. Getting lung function back while taking care of two children is very hard from what other Moms say. You will need near constant help for awhile without having to worry about income and health insurance benefits. You have more than enough with your CF and two little ones. Sadly, your hubby couldn't help for any of this, and he too must be feeling very down right now too. I feel bad for both of you right now with all the hardships against you.

My second suggestion is to really sit down with your hubby and discuss you and your future with regards to working. Many Moms have had to quit their jobs to be able to take care of themselves and their children. Considering your current lung function and situation, I think you need lots of time off. I don't know your financial situation. If you have to work, then you have to work. However, it sounds like you need much time off. Even after this bump, you really need to figure out if working is something that you will be able to do while maintaining your health and raising two children.

I will be keeping both of you in my thoughts. (((HUGS)))

 

[fondreflections]

Jeana,

Honestly, I think it's a combination of everything. I have never been pregnant so perhaps I shouldn't comment, but it sounds like you have more than a full plate there.

I think you both really need to start thinking about after the pregnancy. I don't see how you are going to be able to continue working while taking care of yourself, a toddler, and baby with a lower lung function. Even with not working, you have a very full schedule.

Please don't misunderstand me or anything. I am just very concerned for you. I remember when you reached out to me months ago about your adopted son when I didn't know what to do in regards to my infertiity. You were a shoulder to lean on.

Just reading what you are trying to do right now exhausts me, and your baby isn't even here yet. All Moms say the pregnancy is the easy part.

I don't think all your lung function is lost for good; however, things have to change and pretty drastically. I know I am no one to say too much, but I think the best scernio would be if your hubby was able to go back to work, and your Mom or someone could stay with you for a couple of weeks. Getting lung function back while taking care of two children is very hard from what other Moms say. You will need near constant help for awhile without having to worry about income and health insurance benefits. You have more than enough with your CF and two little ones. Sadly, your hubby couldn't help for any of this, and he too must be feeling very down right now too. I feel bad for both of you right now with all the hardships against you.

My second suggestion is to really sit down with your hubby and discuss you and your future with regards to working. Many Moms have had to quit their jobs to be able to take care of themselves and their children. Considering your current lung function and situation, I think you need lots of time off. I don't know your financial situation. If you have to work, then you have to work. However, it sounds like you need much time off. Even after this bump, you really need to figure out if working is something that you will be able to do while maintaining your health and raising two children.

I will be keeping both of you in my thoughts. (((HUGS)))

 

[fondreflections]

Jeana,

Honestly, I think it's a combination of everything. I have never been pregnant so perhaps I shouldn't comment, but it sounds like you have more than a full plate there.

I think you both really need to start thinking about after the pregnancy. I don't see how you are going to be able to continue working while taking care of yourself, a toddler, and baby with a lower lung function. Even with not working, you have a very full schedule.

Please don't misunderstand me or anything. I am just very concerned for you. I remember when you reached out to me months ago about your adopted son when I didn't know what to do in regards to my infertiity. You were a shoulder to lean on.

Just reading what you are trying to do right now exhausts me, and your baby isn't even here yet. All Moms say the pregnancy is the easy part.

I don't think all your lung function is lost for good; however, things have to change and pretty drastically. I know I am no one to say too much, but I think the best scernio would be if your hubby was able to go back to work, and your Mom or someone could stay with you for a couple of weeks. Getting lung function back while taking care of two children is very hard from what other Moms say. You will need near constant help for awhile without having to worry about income and health insurance benefits. You have more than enough with your CF and two little ones. Sadly, your hubby couldn't help for any of this, and he too must be feeling very down right now too. I feel bad for both of you right now with all the hardships against you.

My second suggestion is to really sit down with your hubby and discuss you and your future with regards to working. Many Moms have had to quit their jobs to be able to take care of themselves and their children. Considering your current lung function and situation, I think you need lots of time off. I don't know your financial situation. If you have to work, then you have to work. However, it sounds like you need much time off. Even after this bump, you really need to figure out if working is something that you will be able to do while maintaining your health and raising two children.

I will be keeping both of you in my thoughts. (((HUGS)))

 

[fondreflections]

Jeana,
<br />
<br />Honestly, I think it's a combination of everything. I have never been pregnant so perhaps I shouldn't comment, but it sounds like you have more than a full plate there.
<br />
<br />I think you both really need to start thinking about after the pregnancy. I don't see how you are going to be able to continue working while taking care of yourself, a toddler, and baby with a lower lung function. Even with not working, you have a very full schedule.
<br />
<br />Please don't misunderstand me or anything. I am just very concerned for you. I remember when you reached out to me months ago about your adopted son when I didn't know what to do in regards to my infertiity. You were a shoulder to lean on.
<br />
<br />Just reading what you are trying to do right now exhausts me, and your baby isn't even here yet. All Moms say the pregnancy is the easy part.
<br />
<br />I don't think all your lung function is lost for good; however, things have to change and pretty drastically. I know I am no one to say too much, but I think the best scernio would be if your hubby was able to go back to work, and your Mom or someone could stay with you for a couple of weeks. Getting lung function back while taking care of two children is very hard from what other Moms say. You will need near constant help for awhile without having to worry about income and health insurance benefits. You have more than enough with your CF and two little ones. Sadly, your hubby couldn't help for any of this, and he too must be feeling very down right now too. I feel bad for both of you right now with all the hardships against you.
<br />
<br />My second suggestion is to really sit down with your hubby and discuss you and your future with regards to working. Many Moms have had to quit their jobs to be able to take care of themselves and their children. Considering your current lung function and situation, I think you need lots of time off. I don't know your financial situation. If you have to work, then you have to work. However, it sounds like you need much time off. Even after this bump, you really need to figure out if working is something that you will be able to do while maintaining your health and raising two children.
<br />
<br />I will be keeping both of you in my thoughts. (((HUGS)))

 

[JazzysMom]

I dont think its the pregnancy per say. It is more difficult to maintain good lungs when your body is feeding & caring for 2 & as the baby grows pushes on your lungs. I felt my best when pregnant, but I really think that was connected to hormones. I feel like crap during PMS.

I did not breastfeed due to meds for my seizures & I was afraid of not being able to maintain my weight since it was always a struggle. BUT there are many CFers who breastfeed successfully.

I think you have a lot on your plate & ANYONE (CF or not) would get run down. The difference? CFers dont bounce back quite as easy.

Good Luck!

 

[JazzysMom]

I dont think its the pregnancy per say. It is more difficult to maintain good lungs when your body is feeding & caring for 2 & as the baby grows pushes on your lungs. I felt my best when pregnant, but I really think that was connected to hormones. I feel like crap during PMS.

I did not breastfeed due to meds for my seizures & I was afraid of not being able to maintain my weight since it was always a struggle. BUT there are many CFers who breastfeed successfully.

I think you have a lot on your plate & ANYONE (CF or not) would get run down. The difference? CFers dont bounce back quite as easy.

Good Luck!

 

[JazzysMom]

I dont think its the pregnancy per say. It is more difficult to maintain good lungs when your body is feeding & caring for 2 & as the baby grows pushes on your lungs. I felt my best when pregnant, but I really think that was connected to hormones. I feel like crap during PMS.

I did not breastfeed due to meds for my seizures & I was afraid of not being able to maintain my weight since it was always a struggle. BUT there are many CFers who breastfeed successfully.

I think you have a lot on your plate & ANYONE (CF or not) would get run down. The difference? CFers dont bounce back quite as easy.

Good Luck!

 

[JazzysMom]

I dont think its the pregnancy per say. It is more difficult to maintain good lungs when your body is feeding & caring for 2 & as the baby grows pushes on your lungs. I felt my best when pregnant, but I really think that was connected to hormones. I feel like crap during PMS.

I did not breastfeed due to meds for my seizures & I was afraid of not being able to maintain my weight since it was always a struggle. BUT there are many CFers who breastfeed successfully.

I think you have a lot on your plate & ANYONE (CF or not) would get run down. The difference? CFers dont bounce back quite as easy.

Good Luck!

 

[JazzysMom]

I dont think its the pregnancy per say. It is more difficult to maintain good lungs when your body is feeding & caring for 2 & as the baby grows pushes on your lungs. I felt my best when pregnant, but I really think that was connected to hormones. I feel like crap during PMS.
<br />
<br />I did not breastfeed due to meds for my seizures & I was afraid of not being able to maintain my weight since it was always a struggle. BUT there are many CFers who breastfeed successfully.
<br />
<br />I think you have a lot on your plate & ANYONE (CF or not) would get run down. The difference? CFers dont bounce back quite as easy.
<br />
<br />Good Luck!

 

[Kristen]

Wow - I am in awe of your schedule. I work full time and between that and taking care of my CF I feel very stressed a lot of the time. I can't even imagine adding a child to the mix!

I have not been pregnant so I can't really answer your question, but I did want to add that my CF doctor said ALL women's lung capacities drop while they are PG, and then go back up after the baby is born. So I would think that definitely has something to do with it.

Also, I def. think waiting 3 weeks to see your doc is too long. I usually only wait a couple of days. However, I do know what you mean about juggling being sick with not taking too much sick time - it is very stressful! But just think - if you don't take the time to get well now, you may become even more sick and have to take more time off.

Best of luck to you. I agree with what the others said and I hope you and your hubby are able to figure things out.

 

[Kristen]

Wow - I am in awe of your schedule. I work full time and between that and taking care of my CF I feel very stressed a lot of the time. I can't even imagine adding a child to the mix!

I have not been pregnant so I can't really answer your question, but I did want to add that my CF doctor said ALL women's lung capacities drop while they are PG, and then go back up after the baby is born. So I would think that definitely has something to do with it.

Also, I def. think waiting 3 weeks to see your doc is too long. I usually only wait a couple of days. However, I do know what you mean about juggling being sick with not taking too much sick time - it is very stressful! But just think - if you don't take the time to get well now, you may become even more sick and have to take more time off.

Best of luck to you. I agree with what the others said and I hope you and your hubby are able to figure things out.

 

[Kristen]

Wow - I am in awe of your schedule. I work full time and between that and taking care of my CF I feel very stressed a lot of the time. I can't even imagine adding a child to the mix!

I have not been pregnant so I can't really answer your question, but I did want to add that my CF doctor said ALL women's lung capacities drop while they are PG, and then go back up after the baby is born. So I would think that definitely has something to do with it.

Also, I def. think waiting 3 weeks to see your doc is too long. I usually only wait a couple of days. However, I do know what you mean about juggling being sick with not taking too much sick time - it is very stressful! But just think - if you don't take the time to get well now, you may become even more sick and have to take more time off.

Best of luck to you. I agree with what the others said and I hope you and your hubby are able to figure things out.

 

[Kristen]

Wow - I am in awe of your schedule. I work full time and between that and taking care of my CF I feel very stressed a lot of the time. I can't even imagine adding a child to the mix!

I have not been pregnant so I can't really answer your question, but I did want to add that my CF doctor said ALL women's lung capacities drop while they are PG, and then go back up after the baby is born. So I would think that definitely has something to do with it.

Also, I def. think waiting 3 weeks to see your doc is too long. I usually only wait a couple of days. However, I do know what you mean about juggling being sick with not taking too much sick time - it is very stressful! But just think - if you don't take the time to get well now, you may become even more sick and have to take more time off.

Best of luck to you. I agree with what the others said and I hope you and your hubby are able to figure things out.

 

[Kristen]

Wow - I am in awe of your schedule. I work full time and between that and taking care of my CF I feel very stressed a lot of the time. I can't even imagine adding a child to the mix!
<br />
<br />I have not been pregnant so I can't really answer your question, but I did want to add that my CF doctor said ALL women's lung capacities drop while they are PG, and then go back up after the baby is born. So I would think that definitely has something to do with it.
<br />
<br />Also, I def. think waiting 3 weeks to see your doc is too long. I usually only wait a couple of days. However, I do know what you mean about juggling being sick with not taking too much sick time - it is very stressful! But just think - if you don't take the time to get well now, you may become even more sick and have to take more time off.
<br />
<br />Best of luck to you. I agree with what the others said and I hope you and your hubby are able to figure things out.

 

[Jeana]

I'm really grateful for all of your comments. It sounds like most of you go in right away when you are sick. Another reason I waited is because I got on my inhaled TOBI and I thought that would help. Unfortunately, it didn't. Also, every time I am sick my doctor hospitalizes me for about two weeks. It sounds like the majority of you do out patient care. If that was an option, I would definitely get treated sooner. Plus, I always have to take a day off to see my CF doc and perinatologist, since I live 3 1/2 hours away.

What really scares me is that prior to being pregnant, I was only in the hospital about once a year, if that. Now, I've been in 3 times in 5 months. I will have some support after the baby is born. My mom and sister will be there for 10 days and I am trying to talk my mother-in-law into coming for a week after that. I will probably only have two weeks of leave though after the baby is born, if that. It's not like I have a deadbeat husband who doesn't want to work, but he does seasonal work and usually doesn't work in the winter. After I go back to work from the two weeks maternity leave, I will work a week and then have a week off for spring break. Then, I will work about 8 weeks and be off for 3 months for summer. If I don't stay healthy in that time and need to be hospitalized yet again, I will have unpaid leave plus have to pay about $1200 a month for medical insurance. I would love to just stay home and not work for the rest of the year, but financially, I don't see how it would be possible.

 

[Jeana]

I'm really grateful for all of your comments. It sounds like most of you go in right away when you are sick. Another reason I waited is because I got on my inhaled TOBI and I thought that would help. Unfortunately, it didn't. Also, every time I am sick my doctor hospitalizes me for about two weeks. It sounds like the majority of you do out patient care. If that was an option, I would definitely get treated sooner. Plus, I always have to take a day off to see my CF doc and perinatologist, since I live 3 1/2 hours away.

What really scares me is that prior to being pregnant, I was only in the hospital about once a year, if that. Now, I've been in 3 times in 5 months. I will have some support after the baby is born. My mom and sister will be there for 10 days and I am trying to talk my mother-in-law into coming for a week after that. I will probably only have two weeks of leave though after the baby is born, if that. It's not like I have a deadbeat husband who doesn't want to work, but he does seasonal work and usually doesn't work in the winter. After I go back to work from the two weeks maternity leave, I will work a week and then have a week off for spring break. Then, I will work about 8 weeks and be off for 3 months for summer. If I don't stay healthy in that time and need to be hospitalized yet again, I will have unpaid leave plus have to pay about $1200 a month for medical insurance. I would love to just stay home and not work for the rest of the year, but financially, I don't see how it would be possible.

 

[Jeana]

I'm really grateful for all of your comments. It sounds like most of you go in right away when you are sick. Another reason I waited is because I got on my inhaled TOBI and I thought that would help. Unfortunately, it didn't. Also, every time I am sick my doctor hospitalizes me for about two weeks. It sounds like the majority of you do out patient care. If that was an option, I would definitely get treated sooner. Plus, I always have to take a day off to see my CF doc and perinatologist, since I live 3 1/2 hours away.

What really scares me is that prior to being pregnant, I was only in the hospital about once a year, if that. Now, I've been in 3 times in 5 months. I will have some support after the baby is born. My mom and sister will be there for 10 days and I am trying to talk my mother-in-law into coming for a week after that. I will probably only have two weeks of leave though after the baby is born, if that. It's not like I have a deadbeat husband who doesn't want to work, but he does seasonal work and usually doesn't work in the winter. After I go back to work from the two weeks maternity leave, I will work a week and then have a week off for spring break. Then, I will work about 8 weeks and be off for 3 months for summer. If I don't stay healthy in that time and need to be hospitalized yet again, I will have unpaid leave plus have to pay about $1200 a month for medical insurance. I would love to just stay home and not work for the rest of the year, but financially, I don't see how it would be possible.

 

[Jeana]

I'm really grateful for all of your comments. It sounds like most of you go in right away when you are sick. Another reason I waited is because I got on my inhaled TOBI and I thought that would help. Unfortunately, it didn't. Also, every time I am sick my doctor hospitalizes me for about two weeks. It sounds like the majority of you do out patient care. If that was an option, I would definitely get treated sooner. Plus, I always have to take a day off to see my CF doc and perinatologist, since I live 3 1/2 hours away.

What really scares me is that prior to being pregnant, I was only in the hospital about once a year, if that. Now, I've been in 3 times in 5 months. I will have some support after the baby is born. My mom and sister will be there for 10 days and I am trying to talk my mother-in-law into coming for a week after that. I will probably only have two weeks of leave though after the baby is born, if that. It's not like I have a deadbeat husband who doesn't want to work, but he does seasonal work and usually doesn't work in the winter. After I go back to work from the two weeks maternity leave, I will work a week and then have a week off for spring break. Then, I will work about 8 weeks and be off for 3 months for summer. If I don't stay healthy in that time and need to be hospitalized yet again, I will have unpaid leave plus have to pay about $1200 a month for medical insurance. I would love to just stay home and not work for the rest of the year, but financially, I don't see how it would be possible.

 

[Jeana]

I'm really grateful for all of your comments. It sounds like most of you go in right away when you are sick. Another reason I waited is because I got on my inhaled TOBI and I thought that would help. Unfortunately, it didn't. Also, every time I am sick my doctor hospitalizes me for about two weeks. It sounds like the majority of you do out patient care. If that was an option, I would definitely get treated sooner. Plus, I always have to take a day off to see my CF doc and perinatologist, since I live 3 1/2 hours away.
<br />
<br />What really scares me is that prior to being pregnant, I was only in the hospital about once a year, if that. Now, I've been in 3 times in 5 months. I will have some support after the baby is born. My mom and sister will be there for 10 days and I am trying to talk my mother-in-law into coming for a week after that. I will probably only have two weeks of leave though after the baby is born, if that. It's not like I have a deadbeat husband who doesn't want to work, but he does seasonal work and usually doesn't work in the winter. After I go back to work from the two weeks maternity leave, I will work a week and then have a week off for spring break. Then, I will work about 8 weeks and be off for 3 months for summer. If I don't stay healthy in that time and need to be hospitalized yet again, I will have unpaid leave plus have to pay about $1200 a month for medical insurance. I would love to just stay home and not work for the rest of the year, but financially, I don't see how it would be possible.