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Posted 6/14/2015 2:51 PM (GMT 0)
I was wondering what it is like to get pregnant as a fibromyalgia patient, and I found an interesting article online. It goes:

WebMD website said...
There are few studies on fibromyalgia in pregnant women. However, a study at Temple University found that women with fibromyalgia had more symptoms of pain during pregnancy than women who did not have fibromyalgia. Also, fibromyalgia symptoms seemed to be exacerbated during pregnancy. Pregnant women with fibromyalgia may experience significant pain, fatigue, and psychological stress, especially in the first three months.

Is this really true?? My pain, fatigue and stress could not be worse! If anyone could share your own pregnancy experience, I will appreciate it. Thank you.
Posted 6/15/2015 2:48 PM (GMT 0)
My last pregnancy was 32 years ago. I had not been diagnosed at that time but I know now that fibro is what I had been experiencing for years before the pregnancy.

I really did not notice increased pain. The only real problem was from my carpal tunnel. It woke me up every night (when I actually could fall asleep). But this is common during pregnancy I think. I was very tired all of the time but I was dealing with 2 teen age boys, a traveling hubbie and carrying what turned out to be a 9 1/2 lb baby.

I personally would not let fibro keep me from becoming pregnant if I wanted to start a family. That is just my opinion. I guess others would disagree. But that baby was a real joy and is now a wonderful man.
Posted 6/15/2015 5:13 PM (GMT 0)
I agree with puppy lover , children are a blessing even with all the pain, they are worth it .

I had fibro with both of my pregnancies . I was 30 when my daughter was born and 32 with my son. I was diagnosed with fibro after my first baby. It wasn't easy but parenting is challenging too. Even without fibro some women experience more pain and discomfort and than others . I was one who got morning sickness, insomnia, low back pain, siatic pain, but these are common for pregnancy. Honestly, I do believe my pain was worse do to fibro. But it can be done and is worth it. The first trimester I just got the morning sickness, the pain got worse when I got bigger and closer to due date.
Posted 6/20/2015 1:26 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you for sharing your experiences, puppylover and purple_lynx7!

Now I know that I want to start a family and shouldn't let fibro keep me from becoming pregnant in the future. Thanks again! :-)
Posted 7/7/2015 11:28 AM (GMT 0)
My heart's desire had always been to have children. I wake up in the morning with so much pain but when I look over at my sleeping children , I can't tell you how much joy fills my heart.

They are calm when sleeping :) but I get to take it in. And I'm in awe. I thank God and they are so worth it.
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