I'm sure everyone is sick of hearing me complain LOL

**cyber-sibes** · 03-21-2007, 08:23 PM

I got in touch with my midwife through friends at a natural health food store- several of them had used her. You might try asking at places like that. There is probably something on the internet, too.

**Catty1** · 03-21-2007, 08:34 PM

Also, I had a friend who was pregnant with her first child and attended the same chiropractor I did. Get referrals from other people of course - maybe a midwife can help.

I think you look them up under "midwives". Or call the Y or a family planning centre.

I hope you are better soon!!!

**sparks19** · 03-21-2007, 08:47 PM

I can't believe I didn't think of a Chiropractor. I used to see one ALL the time...

I will definately contact someone about the prenatal yoga classes. They will be good for me anyway and I heard they can really help towards the labour.

**sirrahved** · 03-21-2007, 09:09 PM

Be very thankful you can get pregnant. I would do anything to have a child, but can't. Being pregnant may not be the best, but just think about the end result! I would trade shoes with you in a heartbeat.

**Marigold2** · 03-21-2007, 09:35 PM

LOL oh Sparky the best is yet to come. Can't wait for your funny comments concerning delivery. After that you will have a babe in your arms for the next two years, sleepless nights, being spit on, pooped on. Having to carry 15 lb bags with diapers, bottles, wipes, nukey, two changes of cloths, toys. Never being able to go anywhere alone. This is the easy part. After this your life will never be as easy again. I know I had three and I enjoyed every painful, sleepless, heartbreaking moment.

**sparks19** · 03-21-2007, 09:41 PM

Originally Posted by Marigold2

LOL oh Sparky the best is yet to come. Can't wait for your funny comments concerning delivery. After that you will have a babe in your arms for the next two years, sleepless nights, being spit on, pooped on. Having to carry 15 lb bags with diapers, bottles, wipes, nukey, two changes of cloths, toys. Never being able to go anywhere alone. This is the easy part. After this your life will never be as easy again. I know I had three and I enjoyed every painful, sleepless, heartbreaking moment.

LOL you are giving me so much to look forward to

No seriously I am really excited and happy about this. But I didn't expect all these quirky little aches and pains. My favourite thing to say is "I can't wait to get the baby belly where people KNOW you are pregnant and dont just think you are getting fat." LOL

But I am scared which I think is normal. our friends just had their first baby in November and she said for the first two months she just cried everyday because she had no idea what she was supposed to do... when to change... when to feed... when to sleep. But I figure If I expect the worst... it won't be as bad as I anticipate... RIGHT?!

**Marigold2** · 03-21-2007, 09:46 PM

What about the two grandmas. Will they be around to help. Maybe stay with you the first week.

**Daisy and Delilah** · 03-21-2007, 09:52 PM

sparks; Sorry you're having this pain. It sounds like sciatica. It's very painful and usually has to run it's course(sorry to say). Try the suggestions already given. A heating pad might help but don't turn it up too high and accidentally burn yourself-it happens quicker than you think. I've known people that have used medicated rubs on the area too for some comfort. Things like Icy Hot, Mineral Ice, Ben-Gay, etc. You might want to do some internet research on remedies for this. Of course, I'm not a doctor, but that's what it sounds like.

Most of all, take it easy as much as possible. Believe me, this is the easy part. You'll look back on your pregnant days with a smile on your face, in years to come

Best of luck in getting some rapid comfort!