my story

The HER foundation contributed letters from our forums members for a show that featured Hyperemesis as a topic. The show aired in April of 2007.

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my story

Postby JennyK » Feb 26, 2007 5:43 pm

Dr. Phil:

This is not what a pregnant woman is supposed to look like.

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I was in my first trimester of my second hyperemesis pregnancy when this photo was taken. About a week prior I had considered terminating my wanted and planned pregnancy for fear that my 2-year-old daughter might be left without a mom if I continued.

My first pregnancy was difficult, involving a central line, intravenous nutrition and about a dozen hospital visits. My second pregnancy was even worse, requiring that I receive nutrition either through a central line or a feeding tube until delivery. I spent over a month in the hospital cumulatively and had regular visits from a home health nurse when I was at home. My pregnancies were almost too difficult--and at times too dangerous--for me to endure, even with supportive family and friends, a good doctor and health insurance.

I am blessed to have two healthy children despite the hyperemesis. But I know I cannot have the third child I long for. My two hyperemesis pregnancies were devastating to my family's finances and my career.

Thank you for drawing attention to this horrible illness. I hope that as a result more women who are sick with HG will get the help they need and we will make progress in finding effective treatments.
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Postby stephensmam » Mar 01, 2007 2:05 pm

Jenny thank you that is a powerfull picture it says more than a hundred letters, thank you for sharing, brings back memories too
lots of love and hugs Jacqueline
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