A few years ago I was diagnosed with endometerosis and interstitial cystitis. It’s been a really hard, long battle to put it lightly. That’s part of the reason we had Wyatt when we did- because we may have not had a chance to conceive otherwise. During my pregnancy I had absolutely no pain, but then about 2 weeks after Wyatt was born- the pain was back, and worse than ever.
I feel like the pain I have is interfering with me being the best momma I could be, because some days I am in so much pain that I can’t even pick him up. Something had to be done, so I decided to go under the knife (for the second time) to see how bad things actually were. I decided to have a new type of surgery that is more precise, so my doctor could go in with robotic arms {It’s called Divinci Surgery}. Tools went in through 4 different incisions in my stomach. The doctor cut out all of the “bad spots” that he found and now I just have to wait and see if it makes a difference. So, I am pretty much couch-bound for the next few days so expect more posts and craft projects.
On another note: I am going to do a special give away for all of you lovely people that are following my blog, and lending your support. The winner {I haven’t decided if it’s going to be more than one}is going to get basket of goodies containing my favorite things of the moment- It will include craft supplies, Burt’s bees products, a ring and headband from my shop, and more! I will work on putting it together and posting as soon as possible!
In general, I had a pretty rough day. But then I came home from the hospital {my husband stayed with me the entire time}, and I got a few surprises. My mom brought me Dairy Queen yummys & my father-in-law let me borrow his laptop so I can still get things done on the couch.
Whenever I have a bad day I just think about all of the good things I have, like a great family, husband, son, and most importantly faith that everything will be alright.
PS: Somehow I deleted all of the comments on my blog- I blame the pain killers. The doc told me not to make any important decisions or run machinery
Sharing here: A Bowl Full of Lemons, Classy Clutter
O my! I hope you feel better soon and that everything turns out even better than you hoped! It sounds like you’re trying to make the best of this situation! Wyatt has a wonderful mommy ๐ enjoy your extra time crafting and blogging!
Brie @ BreezyPinkDaisies
Brie- You are too sweet. I love your comments, they pretty much make my day. <3
Rest up, Love! Hope you feel better soon! : )
Thanks Rach! I’m all set up on the couch with a laptop and william is being a trooper- helping me get up and making me hot tea when my cup goes empty. ๐ I am so sore, my stomach is swollen.. there were four incision sites, and the doc said he removed A LOT! So, hopefully this will help!
I hope you feel better soon! There is a book that talks about using chinese medicine in order to help resolve these kinds of conflicts. I decided to follow it and after 3 miscarriages with out chinese medicine, I have a beautiful son with the assist of chinese medicine. The book is called The Infertility Cure, and while you are not infertile, there is a whole section on endometriosis. I encourage you to read it and follow the steps listed out. I am in no way affiliated with the author or getting paid. I am just so grateful for finding the book myself and seeing the results of chinese medicine first hand that I feel compelled to share it with other folks in hopes that it’ll help with their reproductive issues.
Rest up and be well!
Thank you so much for your sweet comment- I will definitely check out the book and let you know what I think. I’m willing to try anything at this point, but hopefully the surgery worked. What’s tricky is that the endo will grow back within a year or two- and then I’ll have to have another surgery… Thanks again for the book recomendation. I really appreciate it.
I just wanted to say that I had endometriosis until my 30’s. It was so painful that it would make me vomit. I did have a laparoscopy (sp?) once & they cauterized the lessions & scar tissue from the endo. My mother had it too & actually passed out from the pain once. Hers also went away when she got older. Anyways I wanted to encourage you that maybe you also will “grow out of it” someday? Hopefully, as I know how horrific it is : (
Thank you so much for your words of encouragement- I really appreciate you taking the time to write this. My doctor says I will have to wait a few weeks to see if the surgery actually worked. But he did remove a lot, so I’m keeping my fingers crossed. Hope you had a great Valentine’s Day and thank you again, from the bottom of my heart.
Kendall!! I am so sorry! But now I know how to pray for you! I hope you are feeling better soon!
Thank you so much- you are such an amazing blogger friend! I really appreciate all of the kind things you’ve said and the support you’ve given. Xo
Thank you so much for your comment.. you are TOO SWEET! But don’t worry, I will be swollen in no time! I am due in July so I’m sure it will hit me! ๐
I’m so sorry to hear about your surgery! I’ve heard endometriosis can be unbearable! I will be praying for a quick recovery for you and that this is a final solution to your pain! Keep your feet up & let everyone spoil you for a while ๐ You deserve it!
Awe, thank you! My hubby and I just got back from dinner- and after we got ice cream and went to Joann’s. So I have lots of craft projects to keep me busy for the next few days! Thanks for taking the time to leave such a sweet comment!
Aw I’m sorry to hear you had to get surgery ๐ I hope you’re healing alright!! Oh I would LOVE to win your give-away too…sounds like some of my most favorite things are in that package!!!!! ๐
Christina! Hey! The give-away is going to be right up your alley! I am going to post it tonight! ๐