Pregnant and need advice/support

Hi,

First, thank you for being a consistent resource through the last couple of years since my diagnosis. I have only posted a couple of times, but I do read other posts and find them very helpful.

I was diagnosed with UC after the birth of my first child in 2011. My symptoms at the time essentially went into remission, and it didn't flare again until after my miscarriage in 2012, and then again after the birth of my daughter in 2014. I have managed the disease since her birth with a combination of suppositories and Rowasa enemas. (Initially disease was only in the rectum, but then progressed into the sigmoid).

Much to my surprise, I found out this morning that I'm pregnant. This was not planned, and I am feeling pretty nervous. I never was on medication during either of my previous pregnancies as I seem to go into remission during the pregnancy. However, I take the suppositories nightly right now, and I am assuming I'll need to continue this throughout this pregnancy. I was wondering if anyone out there could share their experiences being pregnant withUC, and if you have any advice or tips for me. I really appreciate it! I'll be making an appt with my Gastro on Monday, but I would also love to hear how other women have handled pregnancy with UC.

Thanks so much!

Diagnosed ulcerative proctitis 2011
Short flare 2012
Remission until 2014 after birth of daughter
Meds: Canasa nightly and Rowasa as needed. Probiotics, prenatal vitamin, vitamin D, DHEA, fish oil

First, congratulations!!!!!!

I too was diagnosed after my first child in 2012. And I'm currently pregnant with my third which was also a surprise. My only advice is stay on your meds. You're on suppositories which are topical and barely get absorbed into your system if at all and therefore most likely don't touch the baby.

I saw a high risk ob during the last two pregnancies. I'm over 35 and I have uc. He didn't care about the topical meds one bit. The disease for me is more aggressive than yours. And I've had to jump up the med ladder. I'm currently on remicade and 6 mp. I'd give anything to just be on suppositories ;)

I've been on a bunch of meds throughout my pregnancies. From rowasa during my first to having to start remicade at 30 weeks during my second because of an acute flare. Both of my kids are happy and healthy. My third is doing just great.

I know how scary this can all be but keeping you healthy is the best thing you can do for you and your baby. Flaring during pregnancy and post partum is horrible.

If you need anything there are a bunch of moms on here to help. Much love and congrats again!!