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Underactive thyroid

How were you diagnosed. Was it after having a baby?

R
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AMH 7.8

Just looking for success stories really from people who have AMH of 7.8 or lower, got the unexpected news that mine is low and I'm feeling a bit hopeless about it!

E
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Gestational diabetes

So got the phone call today I have gestational diabetes, anyone else I the same boat? Any tips or advice?

Incognito
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What do y’all see?

I have line eyes and always think it’s positive… what do you all see?

Incognito
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25 weeks and diabetic

Anyone else 25 weeks and a diabetic ?

A
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Is this a good line progression?

It's from 9 -15 dpo. Think I thought it would be a darker line at 15dpo and now I'm starting to get worried 😬

Incognito
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Gestational diabetes

Anyone been diagnosed at 9 weeks, I'm now 13 but finding the thought of this long process quite draining. I'm already on x2 metformin in the evening. And concerned what this means if I csnt get my morning fasting under control

Incognito
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8dpo can you see what I see!

Pics to follow please help me

C
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Midwife appointment

Had my first midwife appointment this week, anyone else feel like it was a bit clinical? Wasn’t even asked how I feel with the pregnancy so for or what my symptoms are and how to help them. Just makes me a bit nervous as it’s my first pregnancy and I wanted some reassurance and comfort. 😣

T
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Please say you see this

I am 8dpo

C
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LH levels

Can someone help please is this normal to be high when I’m due on my period on Monday ? I don’t Normally test this time of the month . Already had my peak CD15 Thank you 🙏🏼 x

Incognito
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Faint line

I can see a faint line/shadow anyone else? Or just me 😅🥲

Incognito
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Excessive thirst

Is this normal? I’m 14+3 and am consistently thirsty I’ve just downed 2 pint glasses and my mouth still feels kinda dry and I still want to drink more.

Incognito
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University

Hi! I really want to study midwifery at University . I have two children who are ages 3 and 21 months . I was wondering if anyone on here can give me insight to what I could potentially expect if I do this degree especially because I have children. When do placements start? Can you request placement hours to be sh...

Incognito
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First Midwife App

I'm 8 weeks pregnant and was given an appointment for the midwife for 17th Feb, I called when I got the app as I'll be over 12 weeks and I read there were blood tests they need to do before 10 / 12 weeks. Today, I've had a cancellation and can't seem to get hold of anyone to get a new app booked. I'm meant to be u...

Incognito
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I'm certain I can see the line but it's so faint

6 days until I'm due, I'm positive I can see a line but it's so faint I'm double guessing myself

Incognito
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Spa day

I'm booked in to go to a spa, I'm aware I won't be able to use the sauna or steam room. But I'm now worried about the hydrotherapy pool. Has anyone else been to a spa whilst pregnant? It says on the website the spa can be used between 14 and 36 weeks pregnant. And I am 15 weeks. Thanks

Incognito
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Midwives

Hi all, has anyone else had troubles with midwives and just appointments in general? I’m really at a loss here. I’m a 22 year old soon to be first time mother and it just feels like I’m not being taken seriously. The first thing that happened was I was told I need to get bloods done to help determine whether my bloo...

K
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First midwife appointment

What questions should I ask to midwife on first appointment at 9 weeks?

P
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16 week appointment

Hey mama’s! What happens at the 16-week appointment? Any questions I should be asking? And most of all, do we get the hear the heartbeat?! 💓

Incognito
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