Scary hospital trip, unbelievable scan result

LignumVitae
LignumVitae Member Posts: 1,972
edited 18. Sep 2012, 09:43 in Living with Arthritis archive
I've told you all before about withdrawing from methotrexate to try and get pregnant. We tried, we achieved. That was a while ago, back in July and since then I've discovered arthritis isn't the only thing that can make your body treat you badly. I've had the mother of all morning sickness, so bad my GP has put me on anti sickness meds and banned me from trying to drop the dose as he suggested when he first prescribed them. I've watched things change, got fat, peed like my bladder was a thimble and discovered all the revolting things that the first 12 weeks entail.

Last night I bled, not much but enough to endure the 4 hours in A&E, getting home at 4am and returning at 8am for a safety scan. The good news is that the bleed is reducing, everything is ok and nothing has been harmed. The unbelievable news is that this broken body that sometimes can't walk downstairs and hurts and sleeps for days, this body has managed to produce two eggs and I've not just got the Bubble I've been talking to for ages but a Squeak as well who I'm now catching up with. As my friend said when I told her, hasn't nature got an amazing way of working! It's still early days (9-10 weeks we aren't sure now, 9 in size, 10 in date) but both are healthy, the hormones are high and the arthritis has slunk off, unable to cope with the hormones and their amazing force (bit like Mr LV if he starts an argument, he's also learning not to mess with pregnant ladies, they shout and cry with some force :lol: ). I just hope this broken body can carry the three of us safely until April! :D it's an unbelievable day and the happiest hospital result I've ever had. I know things won't be easy with two but WOW, what a result! Sometimes the scariest of hospital trips turn out good! xx
Hey little fighter, things will get brighter

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  • valval
    valval Member Posts: 14,911
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    i bet that was a shock but at least you will be able to get both over with together save coming off the meds for a second child. so happy for you i know you will get through and be great mum ((())) val
    val
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,137
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    My Goodness Lignumvitae :D

    FANTASTIC news!!!

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    I am so very very pleased for you.

    Love

    Toni xxx
  • stickywicket
    stickywicket Member Posts: 27,764
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    LV, that's brilliant news! I'm so pleased for you - for both of you - for ALL of you. It's definitely a good idea to have two pregnancies for the price of one. It'll save a lot of hassle later as Melrymax will undoubtedly tell you. I'm also very pleased that Bubble and Squeak (Our first was Spartacus - it felt like he was leading the Slaves' Rebellion in there) have opted to keep you arthritis-free for the duration. Enjoy it while it lasts :D it's a whole different ball game once they make their bid for freedom. All in all terrific news. I think they'll be our first forum twins.
    If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you.
    Steven Wright
  • mig
    mig Member Posts: 7,154
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    WOW many many congratulations to the whole family.Mig
  • arfaitis
    arfaitis Member Posts: 155
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Congratulations from me too, may you get all you wish for.
    I would love to know how you came by your user name, Lignum Vitae

    Arfa
  • julie47
    julie47 Member Posts: 6,041
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    oh LV that is wonderful news :D

    a bit of a shock I expect but a lovely one.

    Congratulations :D

    Love Juliepf x
  • PowerOn
    PowerOn Member Posts: 200
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    What a lovely surprise.
    My family all have terrible morning sickness and home made chicken soup cures us all, you have to use the chicken bones to boil up for stock and do not skim off the fat, we all swear the fat is the magic trick with lots of carrots and onions, I hope the idea of food is ok, Baked potatos and chicken soup were all I could eat for the first 3 months with all my babies.
    I hope it helps, just get someone else to boil the chicken bones, in your present condition the smell may be a bit too much to cope with.
    Best joke I ever read, "With that information and a diagnosis of spondylosis, your doctor can develop a treatment plan‏" or back in reality totally ignore you. Is ok I have a sense of humour and a boxing glove, not defeated yet.
  • Starburst
    Starburst Member Posts: 2,546
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Oh wow, what absolutely fabulous news! Massive congratulations to you and Mr LV on your new bundles of joy. Incidentally, I think Bubble and Squeak are lovely names. :D Please do keep us updated on your progress. We're all rooting you on and are here for you. I really hope the morning sickness eases off.

    I helped look after identical twin girls and loved every moment. Double the love, double the fun, double the joy and double the smiles.

    All the best and take care of yourself! xx
  • Numptydumpty
    Numptydumpty Member Posts: 6,417
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    That really is excellent news LV.
    I wonder if the morning sickness was Squeak, vying for your attention :lol: Now s/he has it, the sickness will stop :wink:
    Congratulations and best wishes to you all.
    Numpty
  • marrianne
    marrianne Member Posts: 1,161
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I have just read this ,What wonderful and happy news for a grey Monday ,Lig you must be over the moon love to you and your family .Marrianne :)
  • dibdab
    dibdab Member Posts: 1,498
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Wow LV- fantastic news!!!!!!
    :D My twins are now 27, and one is a paediatrcian, the other a zoo keeper. Like you I had no idea it was twins until a scan- then I laughed and cried alternately for about 3 hours, after which I went out and ordered 2 cots and a twin pram!!!!
    I really hope all goes well for you and the bundles (ours were Charlie Farley and Piggy Malone, named after a 2 Ronnies sketch) - get lots of rest and let everyone spoil you in the meantime. :D

    Every blessing
    Deb x
  • knuckleduster
    knuckleduster Member Posts: 551
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Congratulations and well done girl. The time will whiz by and the nappy changing will begin :o . Keep calm and stay well.

    Janet x
  • frogmella
    frogmella Member Posts: 1,111
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Wow! Congratulations. Two for the price of one!
  • barbara12
    barbara12 Member Posts: 21,281
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Awww LV that is fantastic news..I am so very pleased for you, oh I am all excited...forum twins ...I think this may be a first...now you look after yourself...and get Mr LV to do a bit of pampering.... :D:D
    Love
    Barbara
  • pinkbritishstars
    pinkbritishstars Member Posts: 731
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    What lovely news :-) Hope you have a positive 9 months - the months will fly by.

    Pink xxx
  • Soretoe2
    Soretoe2 Member Posts: 198
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Many many congratulations, you must be over the moon and so proud of yourself. April is a lovely time to have babies.
    Lots of good wishes, make sure you take very good care of yourself. Joy
  • LignumVitae
    LignumVitae Member Posts: 1,972
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hello everybody,
    Thank you so so much for your kind wishes and support, it's amazing! It's made me quite teary, you are all such lovely people! After last night's drama I've had quite a lot of sleep today and I'm taking a few days off work to rest and let everything settle.

    I've had a few 'oh my' wobbles at some of the practicalities of twins but they don't detract from my amazement and wonder! Mr LV keeps standing there stunned simply muttering 'twins'. Hopefully we'll get a bit used to the idea soon!

    I'll let you all know how we go

    Thank you and love to all, LV xx
    Hey little fighter, things will get brighter
  • 7worlds
    7worlds Member Posts: 302
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hey LV. Have just saw your post. :D Am over the moon for you. At least you have nine months to get used to it. Make sure you take it easy, now.

    7Worlds
  • Susiesoo
    Susiesoo Member Posts: 358
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I'm thrilled to hear your wonderful news. Many congratulations to you and Mr LV. How very exciting.

    Very best wishes to you all.

    Susie :D
  • anniek
    anniek Member Posts: 39
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Congratulations to you both :D x
  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi LV,

    Well that must have been a bit of a shock but many, many Congratulations to you both! ell all 4 of you really :wink:

    The practicalities will sort out flower and keep us posted about how you and they are doing and I hope your husband gets over the shock as well soon :lol:

    Really am pleased for you both. Cris x
  • diamond
    diamond Member Posts: 396
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Congratulations Lv so pleased to hear your lovely news.I hope your sickness disappears soon.My daughter in law is expecting twins early March,they already have a girl aged 4years.x
  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    My goodness lignumvitae! What a shock (a lovely shock at that!) that must of been! Bet your OH is walking round with his jaw drawing behind him! I'm surprised he didn't pass out!! What an amazing gift, you do everything you can to rest and take care of yourself & your 2 delicate bundles, I'm sure you will!! I'm so pleased for you both, keep us updated I'm sure we all will want to follow your progress! :D
  • mmarshall
    mmarshall Member Posts: 69
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi LV

    What loveyly news.

    Congratulations to both of you.

    Hope you keep well and just think 2 babies, lovely.

    Mary X
  • petals
    petals Member Posts: 217
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    How fantastic, congratulations to you both.

    Take good care of yourself and your babies, please let us know how you get on.

    Good luck Petals x

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