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Sinus Headache During Early Pregnancy
Asked by K.S. from Detroit
on January 7, 2010
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Does anyone have a cure for a sinus headache in early pregnancy? I've had one for 3 days now. I tried sudafed and tylenol a couple of times and it really only helped...
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- Some medications are considered safe during pregnancy. Including actifed, benadryl, claritin, chlor- trimeton, dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, halls lozenges, nasal cro...
- HI, I have a suggestion. Dr. Oz talked about a Neti Pot on his show a few times. I kind of thought it was silly and kind of weird BUT recently I have had a lot of sinu...
- Definitely try the neti pot! I can't say enough good things about it. I was introduced to it during my second pregnancy because I suffered from bad sinus headaches a...
Hives of Pregnancy- Not Pregnant Anymore STILL GETTING HIVES!
Asked by E.S. from Madison
on January 26, 2010
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I was diagnosed with hives of pregnancy a little after mid way through my pregnancy (not PUPPS, actual hives). When I took benadryl they would come back the next day ...
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- I was diagnosed with Pupps but they went away when I stopped using lotions on my stomach. Just a thought.
- Hi. I too had hives, but not with pregnancy. I got them afterward. I treated them through natural means. I didn't want to take anything that would dry up my milk, so f...
- Have you been to a Dermatologist? I know people want to self-diagnose and self-treat with herbal, all natural compounds, but something like that seems suspicious. ...
Insomnia During Pregnancy
Asked by M.V. from San Francisco
on October 7, 2008
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hello moms,
My sis-in-law is 24 weeks pregnant and the main issue she is facing is lack of sleep..Her best nights are when she gets 1-2 hours of sleep, and she is a...
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- Oh man, I could NOT get to sleep when I was pregnant- with my 2nd. This meant I had a 2yr old to contend with as well! My issues were this: 1)Family problems stressi...
- Your sister should not worry... My sister has the same thing. It is totally normal...my sister puts on relaxing music and it helps her mildly; alos, when your sister f...
- Benedryl....life saver for me. I can't sleep very well normally, pregnant or not. When I was pregnant it was a million times worse!! My doc let me take benedryl and I ...
Zoloft After Pregnancy
Asked by K.A. from Los Angeles
on August 9, 2010
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Hello! Has anyone taken Zoloft? I'd like to know how long you experienced side effects. I used to take Celexa but it made me so sleepy I wanted to try something else...
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- Dear K., What is going on is a hormonal imbalance, NOT a condition requiring medication with side effects. Acupuncture and herbal medicine, like other natural thera...
- I would advise not taking any drugs for depression. Anti-depressants don't always work, and they all have some pretty bad side effects. Often "depression" is si...
- I had PPD with anxiety and insomnia after the birth of my son. My doctor originally wanted to put me on Zoloft, but when I addressed all of my symptoms, she decided o...
Insomina Durng pregnancy...leading to Anxiety Too. Help!!
Asked by M.A. from Chicago
on August 21, 2011
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Hi moms,
I would like to hear specifically from moms who have been through this. This is my 3rd pregnancy. Since the moment I believe I conceived I have had incred...
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- Hi, I feel like I didn't sleep during my entire pregnancy. Since day one I could not fall asleep at night, then would wake up multiple times during the night once I ...
- You are not alone. Insomnia is due to the increase in progresterone. It does get better by the second trimester. I imagine you talked with your physician again this...
- I've had several bouts of insomnia in my life time. It is one of the most frustrating and stressful things you can go through. Take the Ambien and don't feel badly. ...
Looking for Hay Fever/Seasonal Allergy Relief That Is Safe for Pregnancy!
Asked by L.D. from Chicago
on September 1, 2008
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I've had seasonal allergies for as far back as I can remember, but I've never been pregnant during allergy season! This year seems more severe to me as I'm five month...
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- Hi, Here are a few of the things that have helped me: 1) My eye doctor recommended prescription eye drops that are specifically for the burning, itchiness caused...
- Your safety during pregnancy is crucial. I can not recommend any safe drug or over the counter pill, however, I am aware that by increasing your intake of a wide vari...
- Hi: I had this same issue when I was pregnant with my last son 3 years ago. My OB told me to take Claritan. But the best advice you should follow is to call your ...
Late Pregnancy Sleep Issues
Asked by T.D. from Sacramento
on March 23, 2009
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Hi Mamas - You've helped me so much in the past I'm hoping to tap your wisdom again.
I'm 31 weeks pregnant with baby #2 and recently started feeling as though I can't...
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- There is a maternity pillow at Target and it is amazing. It is pricey but well worth it. I was having so many problems sleeping and then I got this thing and slept. ...
- Hi T., I had the same problem when I was pregnant. My doctor told me to take benadryl for helping with the stuffy nose. It worked for me like a charm. Good luck
- I'm only 22 weeks, but I'm having my own sleep difficulties. Sleeping propped up on pillows (half way sitting up) with one under my legs is often a good choice (my mai...
Question for Women Who Experienced Frequent Headaches During Pregnancy
Asked by E.G. from Chicago
on March 3, 2008
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I'm at 15 weeks and have had frequent (mild/dull/nagging) headaches since the 8th week. Headaces are not painful (can go about my day) - just getting annoying now. I...
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- You're describing both of my pregnancies perfectly. I did take Tylenol, but what I found most helpful was extra water and extra exercise. Just taking in more oxygen ...
- E., I had the same problem with both of my pregnancies. My sinus were always giving me a problem. I took Tylenol, which never really help. During my second pregnan...
- I had dull headaches throughout most of my pregnancy but they were worse during the first trimester. My doctor told me to take Excedrin but when I looked at the ingre...
Weirdest Problem Ever
Asked by T.C. from Washington DC
on October 1, 2010
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My 13 yr old daughter complains that when she is stressed out (like, say, about the first day of high school) she is up all night with itchy feet. I would give her Ben...
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- I would also help her de-stress if you can like the other mom said. Exercise is a great stress reducer as is yoga, or learning some deep breathing techniques. If it co...
- A lot of people get hives when they're stressed. I'm more curious about her atypical reaction to benedryl. It usually only lasts for 4-6 hours. I take it at night very...
- When I am stressed out, my allergies get worse. Benadryl also has a spray that you can use which doesn't seem to have the same effects as the pills have. It could al...
Restless Legs and Body at night...can't Sleep. Is There a Remedy?
Asked by G.M. from Phoenix
on April 14, 2009
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Hi Parents!
For the past five nights, my body and legs have been restless to the point where I'm tossing and turning and can't get relaxed enough to fall asleep. I'm ...
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- HI there, I like so many others have restless leg syndrome too and all the suggestions made here really help. Here is another one. I have found great success by drink...
- I had restless leg with both my pregnancies and the only thing that worked was calcium and magnesium. The liquid kind. I would take just a little more than what the ...
- Congrats on your baby :) I can relate to what you are dealing with (7 pregnancies!)and wish someone could have given me this information at the time! 1 - drink ton...
