“Motherhood Isn’t Easy, What Did You Expect?” #wait

“Motherhood Isn’t Easy, What Did You Expect?” #wait.

Motherhood, while profoundly rewarding, can also be a challenging and demanding experience. New mothers often face physical and emotional changes that can be overwhelming. Amidst these challenges, it is crucial to recognize that some symptoms, particularly those indicative of postpartum thyroiditis, should not be dismissed. Understanding and addressing these symptoms is essential for the well-being of both the mother and the child.

1. Understanding Postpartum Thyroiditis:
Postpartum thyroiditis is an inflammation of the thyroid gland that can occur after childbirth. It typically manifests in two phases: an initial hyperthyroid phase, where the thyroid is overactive, followed by a hypothyroid phase, where the thyroid is underactive. Both phases can present with distinct symptoms that may be easily overlooked or attributed to the general stresses of new motherhood.

2. Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism:

Anxiety and Irritability: Feelings of anxiety, nervousness, and irritability are common in new mothers but can also indicate an overactive thyroid.
Rapid Heartbeat: An unusually fast or irregular heartbeat should not be ignored.
Weight Loss: Unexplained weight loss despite an adequate diet can be a sign of hyperthyroidism.
Fatigue and Weakness: While fatigue is expected with a newborn, excessive tiredness that seems disproportionate to the level of activity should be taken seriously.
Heat Intolerance and Sweating: Sensitivity to heat and excessive sweating can also be symptoms of an overactive thyroid.
3. Symptoms of Hypothyroidism:

Depression: Postpartum depression is a significant concern, but if it is accompanied by other symptoms, hypothyroidism should be considered.
Weight Gain: Unexplained weight gain and difficulty losing weight despite efforts are common signs.
Fatigue: Persistent and extreme tiredness that does not improve with rest.

#women #pregnancy

[crystald]

No they often know something is wrong but the drs they rely on for care tell them its fine/ normal / not that bad and wont do anything actully helpful for them.

[Dumpsterfiregrace]

Starting at about 41-42 all these symptoms began for me. I chalked it up to peramenopause, cptsd and pmdd. It almost caused me to self delete. If my neck had not swollen up causing me to insist on testsvno one was even Thinking about my thyroid. Turned out it had been failing as far back as 2022 or earlier. Insist on thyroid tests!! That tiny little jerk(not a baby!! The thyroid!) can really ruin your life.

[heatherstarnes]

I had it 4 years before i was diagnosed after my 3rd child. To wake up felt like swimming in pudding, my joints all ached, my hair got really thin, heavy periods, always cold, brain fog. If you know something is wrong, be your own best advocate. Start with a thyroid test. It messes up your WHOLE body.

[tiny]

THIS. I struggled for so long after the birth of my first but as it was my first no one would listen. Constantly being told it’s normal, it’s just your body adjusting and so on. It took YEARS before I actually got support and now I’m on medication for life. Still here and thriving though! It only takes one person to listen and make the world of difference!!

[Ktina-xulg]

I have so many problems, i suffer so much i went to 4 different gynecologists and the answer is either : aww you suffer so much in life poor you ( does nothing ) or the other ones just tell me my health is bad leaving me anxious without ever telling me what’s wrong . Imagine trying to get answers from your doctors about your health for years and they all give you some useless talk but never help and leave you feeling crazy ..

[dusklvr]

They know something's wrong. But they are not heard by the doctors.

I could write a book about medical neglect. I'm ready to sue.

[sarchalto]

I've never recovered and it's been 52 years and it ruined my life in ways that would take a book to expose. It's all led to my being alone with mystery illnesses they all tired of looking at. Meanwhile, I'm tired of suffering them. I daily pray God takes me back.

[Hlorrh]

Ladies, just remember, once you get pregnant, your body will never EVER EVER be the same again. EVER!!!!

[orleansartist]

I started gaining weight after my second son and have gained weight for seventeen years. I eat much less, and healthier than my thin boyfriend. I rarely drink anything but water. I ride my bike.
My face and lower arms are still thin.
I had preeclampsia while pregnant with him and bad body pain especially in my legs.
First pregnancy I felt amazing and it fixed my immune system. Before getting pregnant I was always sick with colds and miserable. After first pregnancy and during, I was strong and healthy, climbed mountains, rode my bike, had a mat on the floor I slept on, never struggled to sit or stand.
The second pregnancy changed something. I lost half my hair, I have headaches, I feel bad.
I love my boys. I'm grateful I had them.
Doctors know I have inflammation. They just blame the weight which is steadily climbing.

[rena]

My mum's teeth became very fragile and soooo susceptible to cavities ( she recently had one of her teeth literally break in half just a few years shy of 50 years old, she also claims that those things ONLY started after becoming a mother and they NEVER went away )

[rcg]

thank you for sharing. please check on your pregnant and new mom friends

[openyourmind]

This is still true for me, my poor kid is 17, now with menopause my joints ache constantly. A baby changes your body forever.

[GodOfChicken]

This is what happened to my mother, and another reason why I refuse to have children

Edit for the comments: yes but it also caused other underline mental issues along with one’s developed overtime by other extremal factors (too much to cover, it was a rough one for her and us as her children) to really change the person she was. Then she had a scare with my brother (he’s perfectly healthy and “normal” now) and new distrusts the medical system, going for pseudo science instead (almost got him killed by accidentally poisoning me, causing to go into anaphylactic shock due to refusal of allergy meds, not taking me after bio father failed to bring me in when I broke my ankle). Then weed induced psychosis on top of all this with a bonus of Christian fueled conspiracy theories.. it makes her pretty unstable as a Mother, she took care of us well and has gotten better especially financially/how she treats the younger kids.. (no more abuse yay!) but it hurt seeing her physically and mentally deteriorate growing up. Being unfit financially and mentally, then being hit with a whole host of medical problems, then distrust in everyone and everything medical really made me realize like..

I don’t wanna harm my mind and body and be unable to properly care for a child I bring into the world without their consent. I find it irresistible to do that, going off my family’s medical history and my own physical/mental wellbeing I wouldn’t be capable of having children without adverse effects to me and the child. Adoption would be the best option when me and my partner are ready. Till then I’m playing it safe, using protection and preventive measures, then when I’m able to get a IUD (against my Mother’s wishes lol) or find a doctor that’ll completely remove my reproductive organs. My body my choice, if the environment you grew up in shapes your choices in life. This is my choice, child free unless adopted is possible when we are more stable and mature, the end no arguing.

[dearcole]

Thank you for sharing this. I had hair loss happen right now, about 6-7 months after having my baby. I also had a gastric sleeve done before my baby which caused me to be anemic. So between both my voluntary surgery and the anemia I think I’m loosing my hair because of those things. It does take a long time to adjust after having a baby.

[noone-]

Right now I'm having hair falling our and achy joints all over
My milk was always insufficient so I didn't think that was an issue
I hope it resolves itself
Thank you for this video

[ngondoki]

I have pelvic pain, hip pain, i'm lethargic, and retaining water.

[GuardianDeathAngel]

I suffered from postpartum from the unhealthy environment I was forced to live in while I went through pregnancy twice in that unhealthy home.
After the second child turned, I think 3 months old at the time, I took both babies and finally left that place.

[Xocoa]

I had this, no one told me this could happen!

[katyaannagoodday]

I had all of these symptoms and I was told I just needed to diet and exercise and my weight loss would bring better health...eith no bloodwork or discussion of my actual diet and activity level

[katiemilady]

Good lord, our bodies go thru so much just to bring a new life into this world. Trust your gut instinct, ladies. Seek help for any postpartum symptoms that seem off or bothersome. I'm tired of certain drs and ppl just telling us like this dr said, "only adjusting to motherhood". But do remember, as a woman who had postpartum depression and other symptoms, I got thru it, and our bodies ARE amazing at what they can do! ❤