Is there an end to this 😢

I’m 15 weeks pregnant, I’m on my 5th different anti sickness medication.. been given ordansetron to try now from the hospital after 2 admissions for fluids. On days I’m not sick I’m nauseous 24/7 and exhausted all of the time. This is my second pregnancy and just had regular morning sickness with my first. This is extreme 😩 I can’t work, I’m exhausted, I feel like a rubbish mummy and girlfriend because I am finding it hard to find the energy to do anything. Screen time has increased for my 20 month old and the guilt is eating me alive. It makes me feel guilty when people say how much weight I have lost I feel like I’m already failing my unborn baby 😭 Are these feelings normal? Im an emotional wreck!
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They are so normal! Hang in there....it gets better in the 2nd trimester. xx

Hello there, I am so sorry you are going through this. I experienced similar symptoms to you. It took a while to find the right combination of medicines for me. I am finally on these daily: Xonvea, Ondansetron and Omeprazole… they’re working amazingly for me. I’m sharing this because you may need to explore combos with your doctor. If your vomiting constantly, then you may need to start a combo of meds after first receiving IV anti-sickness so that the meds stay down. Weeks 6-20 ish were absolute hell and I did spend a lot of time asleep or resting in bed. Please listen to your body and don’t feel guilty as it’s not in your control. My partner supported me as did friends since I couldn’t do anything much. Please also take a look at this charity. They’re excellent for HG support especially in the UK: https://pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk/ Wishing you the best

This is me too!! It's so hard, especially with a toddler! I find the constant nausea can be just as debilitating. Having some improvements with Xonvea. I keep reminding myself it's not forever and every day is one day less and closer to newborn snuggles! Really hope things improve for you. Sending love, you can do this 💕

I really feel for you and hope the ondansetron helps. I was told to keep taking it even if I felt a bit better as it is best to build it up in your system to keep the sickness suppressed. I think many of us can relate to how you have been feeling. I lost a lot of weight with each of my Pregnancies and was reassured the baby would be ok as they take any nutrients you have first before your body does x

Totally normal to feel that way! When you’ve got HG it’s about getting through it as a family. So don’t feel guilty about more screen time, etc. and ask for and accept help where possible. The charity PSS (above) is wonderful. They can advise on meds and I also had peer support and counselling through them, which made the pregnancy more doable. Be kind to yourself and don’t expect too much of yourself. It’s different for everyone how long it lasts, but once baby is there it’ll be just a weird time you went through. So tough tho while you’re in it of course! Xonvea worked best for me and electrolyte drinks helped a bit. 🤗

This was me last year, yes it does end, could be until you give birth unfortunately but it will be behind you and worth it. I'm answering wirh my baby sleepling on my chest😊 ...it's tough time but you got this.....don't hesitate to reach out to support group too, ask for help to friends and family. Good luck

Thanks ladies! I took my son to nursery and had a rest day, I’ll deffo look into the PSS, I just feel so guilty that I’m signed off from work.. a combination of sickness/nausea, exhaustion, guilt and hormones etc is not a good mix for me at the moment, and I just feel like I want to cry. It will be totally worth it in the end, and i don’t want to wish my pregnancy away, but I’ll be glad when the HG settles or goes !! Xxx

So normal. You deserve to lay in bed and not move for awhile. I know that’s not possible given your situation but you should know that you deserve to be waited on hand and foot because the way you feel is REAL. I hope these days go by fast 🫶

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