I haven't done a good job keeping track of where I am in this pregnancy. I also haven't done a good job preparing for Baby Boy. Oh well, it will all get done.
As I near the end of the second trimester, I want to jot down an update on how this pregnancy has been going.
My Interstitial Cystitis (IC) has not been good lately. As Baby gets bigger, there is more pressure on my bladder. I noticed about three weeks ago that urgency has gotten worse and worse. I have been going to the bathroom A LOT. Not that I always need to go to the restroom, I just feel like I need to go. I really am blessed by the movement of this kiddo. It reminds me that he's okay. However, I'm not too grateful when he kicks me in the bladder. Ouch! If I remember correctly, it seems like IC is worse this pregnancy. During my last pregnancy, I continued taking my medication, Elmiron. Since Karis had an irregular liver enzyme count while I was breastfeeding her, I decided to quit taking Elmiron. I do not plan to resume use until I'm done nursing #2.
Another pregnancy symptom that has started bugging me is acid reflux. This is about the same time that it started during my first pregnancy. Tummy is getting squashed. Tums works the best. Sometimes I sleep sitting up. Speaking of sleep, I've been hot and uncomfortable! I'm looking forward to cooler weather.
Last thing is "Pregnancy Rhinitis." I also experienced this through my entire pregnancy with Karis. My nose is constantly stuffy or dry and prone to sinus infections. Using a Neti pot every day has been a great preventative measure.
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