Hasimoto Thyroiditis / Hypothyroidism

there could be tons of reasons. However, if you are in good health sometimes its just a matter of timing. After having my first somehow I started having an underactive thyroid. I concieved my second first month that I tried, but it took me over a year to get my third. It wasn't until I stopped thinking about it that it actually happened. Don't stress, it will happen when its meant to.

Hi A. J,

My mom is also a Hashimoto thyroid patient, she has 6 kids and has had one miscarriage; so I know people are able to conceive and carry to term that have that. I've known numerous couples that are perfectly healthy with no illnesses and it's takes months even years to conceive; one couple took 5 years to conceive naturally. Sometimes nature is just like that I guess.
I'd check with your specialist who is managing your care as well as your OB/GYN to see what they think. I'm sorry for your loss and wish you the best of luck. I know this wasn't that helpful but I wanted to give you hope that it is possible to have kids and be a Hashimoto thyroid patient. Take Care.

I have hypothyroidism (since 1995) and I've been on meds to stablize my levels. I had two healthy pregnancies with the thyroid disease but recently had a miscarriage. They aren't thinking that my thyroid is a factor. My thyroid problem is a severe one but still the meds help. I am taking armour thyroid which is a "natural" prescription as apposed the the synthetic prescriptions. From my understanding, it helps stimulate my thyroid to work rather than just provide the hormone. I'm sure that makes a difference but I'm not for certain on that! Doctors are no help as they always want me to take the synthetic thyroid meds rather than the Armour Thyroid. The Armour always helped me better than the synthetic (which I swear I'm allergic to even though docs say that is IMPOSSIBLE.) and I had to tell the docs it's either Armour or nothing. Anyway, I stumbled on an article recently saying that the reason why docs prefer synthetic thyroid meds even though Armour is better and cheaper is because the drug companies don't make any money off of Armour, only the synthetic meds....UGH! I haven't done a whole lot of research on all of this, I just know that after being on sythetics for two years and Armour for 7 years and nothing except over the counter supplements the other years, Armour is by far the best for me and my thyroid levels are perfect!

Hope that helps answer some questions...Good luck!

Have you been charting your cycle? I'd recommend a Fertility Awareness or Couple-to-Couple League class to learn about charting your fertility signs. Lots of things that cause infertility (such as a short luteal phase, etc.) will show up quite clearly once you start charting.

I know a great naturopathic doctor in Chandler, Dr. Weeshoff, that works with infertility and hormone balancing. She measured my hormone levels, and recommended certain herbs and foods as well as natural hormone therapy. She also uses acupuncture for additional help with fertility. Her number is ###-###-####, www.lifesculpting.biz.

I agree with the suggestion of acupuncture. I think it helped me get pregnant, but also it helps through out pregnancy to keep those little irritating symptoms at bay...
K.

I don't know anything about your condition, but I recommend going to an acupunturist who specializes in pregnancy or infertility issues. A really good one could really help you. And if you find one who has a degree in Pharmacology, they would also know more about any medication you are taking and what natural things will or will not work for you. I do know several people who have gone to an Acupunturist for many reasons...from migraines to cancer, and even infertility, and it really helped them. Just do your research and know that it won't be cheap unless you have really great insurance. But considering the cost of going the traditinal medical route of infertility or adoption (which are both great if that is where you are led), compared to a more natural HEALING route....it's always less expensive to seek out a Holistic Dr. Also, I read in a Newsweek Magazine a few years ago (written by a Dr.) about infertility. This Dr. believes that most cases on infertility is directly related to the food we eat. Again, not knowing about your condition, I can't recommend something specific...just suggestions that could help you. I'm sure there will other moms with the same issue who will be a great support for you.

Much good fertility energy to you:)

In Peace,
A.
mom of 4, Birth and Parenting Mentor
www.birthingfromwithin.com

Have you been tested for PCOS?

None of us can really say. We don't know how old you are, etc... But I would think a thyroid issue like that could have some impact, even if you hormone levels are ok. I am perfectly healthy and in my early 30's and had a miscarriage. It just happens. But 6 mos later I got preg again and just had a baby. Try acupuncture and herbs. Or a naturopath. I think the combo of acupuncture and western herbs works the best.

Hi A.
As you mentioned briefly, everything is fine with good levels.

There are nerves that control every organ that come out of your spine and go to the organ. If the spine gets out of alignment as much or as little as 16th of an inch, it can cause the messages not to get to the organ or be distorted when it gets to the organs, which in turn causes the organ to malfunction which would lead to symptoms such as a uterus not working properly and causing miscarriage.... I have treated many women over the years and they ended up getting pregnant. There were a few that didn't, but the majority got pregnant... Please email me if you are interested in being evaluated to see if I can help you and your partner get pragnant...

Look forward to your response.

D. R., DC
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Mabye it's your axietey about becoming pregnant.

This is critical and not too many know. go to an endrochronologist. My thyroid was diagnosed at my first pregnancy. I was told by the gyno to take it in the morning on an empty stomach. Seventeen years later I am told my thyroid is mostly scar tissue and will eventually shut down. I must take my medicine at night on an empty stomach because this is the time your body can absorb it all. If you take thyroid medicine--go to the specialty doctor and do maintenance visits with him. I see Dr. Lilani. I like him but he is a high demand doctor because he is so good.

I have not read the other posts yet so I am sorry if I am repeating info!!

I have had alot of infertility issues as well including thyroid as well~see my profile to explain more. Have you had any testing on your FSH level or an HSG done yet? There could be a blockage. Also, your partner may want to be tested.

I am not sure if I can post another site on here but there is a site called fertility friend that may be worthwhile. It is amazing as far as charting, support, fertility issues,etc. Basic charting is free.

Also, I can recommend a great RE if you are in southern az!

Take care, H.

Not really sure about the thyroidism effects on pregnancy, but when I 29 I was diagnosed with premature ovarian failure, basically early menopause. I had a child using a egg donor at 34. I would have your OB-Gyn test your estrogen level. A friend of mine had a child only with the help of invitro fertilization. Apparently she has an acidic uterus.

Miscarriage occurs usually when there is a defect in the developing fetus. I have had 2 and the more I learn, the more I see that they were probably blessings in an emotionally crippling disguise. Once you get pregnant and everything is ok with the developing fetus, its is VERY difficult to cause a miscarriage yourself by doing such things as light to moderate exercise, sex, or stress.

Hope that helps some.

A.