I am so sorry for your loss. I had a D&E at 20 weeks and it was devastating.
havarti mentioned my organization, we just started it up recently but there are a lot of people getting involved who have suffered losses and it may help to have that community - if you want to check it out now or down the road, the site is www.throughtheheart.org
I'm so, so sorry for your loss, RHB. At least you yourself are okay now (I assume your blood pressure is stable) and you can be home with your son. I'm keeping your family in my thoughts.
Please always let us know if you need anything or if you need to talk. You know everyone on the board is here to support you.
I am so sorry for your loss. I had a D&E at 20 weeks and it was devastating.
havarti mentioned my organization, we just started it up recently but there are a lot of people getting involved who have suffered losses and it may help to have that community - if you want to check it out now or down the road, the site is www.throughtheheart.org
My heart breaks for you. I am so sorry for what you are going through. I suffered a loss at 25 weeks and it was devastating. It has been 6 years now. Most days it feels like a lifetime ago, but sometimes there is just an overwhelming sense of sadness. Please know that you are not alone and please reach out if you feel you need help or just a listening ear.
“Before you diagnose yourself with depression or low self-esteem, first make sure that you are not, in fact, just surrounded by assholes.”
― William Gibson
I somewhat recently had a loss at 26 weeks. Went in for an ultrasound and no heartbeat was found for our baby boy. The doctor said it was a freak accident but it's absolutely wrecked my husband and I.
Someone already posted the link I was going to. Just know you aren't alone in this and try to be gentle with yourself. Grieve how you need to and anyone who has a problem can fuck right off. You'll be in my thoughts.
Post by redheadbaker on Jun 5, 2013 14:59:01 GMT -5
I went in to work today, because I was worried about my position, given that I've taken off several days already for appointments, the car accident, and the bleeding at 14 weeks.
Only my boss and one co-worker even knew I was pregnant. My boss was out. I know I looked like shit, and my co worker asked if I was OK. I told her what happened.
I tried to make it through the day, but she could see I was struggling. She took it upon herself to find another manager, and got me permission to work from home (I'm technically not eligible yet, since I'm not out of the probation period).
That manager told me to take the rest of the day off, work from home tomorrow and Friday, and to touch base with my regular manager on Friday regarding next week.
I'm not a fan of the business I'm contracting for, but the people there are wonderful.
I somewhat recently had a loss at 26 weeks. Went in for an ultrasound and no heartbeat was found for our baby boy. The doctor said it was a freak accident but it's absolutely wrecked my husband and I.
Someone already posted the link I was going to. Just know you aren't alone in this and try to be gentle with yourself. Grieve how you need to and anyone who has a problem can fuck right off. You'll be in my thoughts.
Hugs to you. (I know I don't know you, but I wanted to offer them anyway)
I went in to work today, because I was worried about my position, given that I've taken off several days already for appointments, the car accident, and the bleeding at 14 weeks.
Only my boss and one co-worker even knew I was pregnant. My boss was out. I know I looked like shit, and my co worker asked if I was OK. I told her what happened.
I tried to make it through the day, but she could see I was struggling. She took it upon herself to find another manager, and got me permission to work from home (I'm technically not eligible yet, since I'm not out of the probation period).
That manager told me to take the rest of the day off, work from home tomorrow and Friday, and to touch base with my regular manager on Friday regarding next week.
I'm not a fan of the business I'm contracting for, but the people there are wonderful.
I'm so glad to hear they were understanding.
My H and I are finally ready to start trying to get pregnant and I'll admit this is one of my worst fears. I just can't imagine how difficult it is. My heart goes out to you and your H.
Post by redheadbaker on Jun 6, 2013 9:40:36 GMT -5
I can't tell you all how thankful my fiance and I are for all the support we've received. Family, friends, chat forum "friends" we've never met, and screen names I don't even recognize. We're just overwhelmed. Thank you all, so much.