Birthclub: May 2027

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No appetite to eat

I used to eat alot. but ever since i got pregnant, Iam always feeling nauseous with no appetite. But i vomit when eat. Anyone feeling the same?

yes, and its common apparently! i could only eat nuts or things that are dry which wont make me feel like want to vomit. but no worries u will feel better in ur 2nd trimester and ur appetite will come back!

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High Blood Pressure in early pregnancy

Im in my 40s and pregnant with my 3rd child. I have high blood pressure. I had only recently found out i was pregnant. The age gap between my youngest (2nd son) and my current pregnancy is 14 years. I have visited GP for referral to see an obstetrician. At the GP, at first, the doctor told me he will increase my present dosage, - from amLODIPine Tablet 2.5mg to 5mg). When we were at the pharmacy, the same GP doctor kindly came up to us and said he had switched us from amLODIPine to NIFEdipine LA tablet - 60mg. It was a fast process so I didnt really process everything until later. I know I should trust the doctor when he said that NIFEdipine is safer for pregnancy as compared to amLODIPine. But i doubtful fingers turned to google and the risk is there. I fear mongered myself. Anyone has experience with hypertension/ high BP while pregnant or is in the medical industry? Would you like to share some tips and advice on how i can manage myself?

Hi there, congratulations on your third child. I totally get the worry, especially after Dr Google starts talking at you. Here's the thing though: your GP switched you to nifedipine specifically because he assessed your situation and knows it's the safer choice for pregnancy. The fact that he came back to explain and change it shows he was being thoughtful. But honestly, with high BP in early pregnancy at 40-plus, this really needs close monitoring by your obstetrician, not just reassurance from forums. Please make sure you keep that OB appointment and bring all your concerns with you, including any worries about the medication. They'll have your full picture and can explain the reasoning in a way that helps you feel more confident. In the meantime, try to stick with what your GP advised. I know the fear is real, but your doctor knows your case. The OB will review everything anyway. Take care of yourself, and try not to spiral on Google too much for this one. You've got medical support on board.

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Pregnant..again after 14 years

I recently remarried and at first me and hubby weren’t sure if we want to have another child as we have our own from our previous marriage. But after some discussions, we decided to try and we do want to intentionally have one. As both of us are in our 40s, we thought it may not happened as smoothly. But i guess age is just a number. I am very happy and excited especially since this pregnancy happened at a matured age where the idea to have a child is an intended choice. however, my stepson is 18, while my son is 17 and my second is 14. The gap for both of us to start over is quite huge. I am excited but I’m scared. I wonder how early I should start seeing my OBYGYN. I honestly forgot the process.

Congratulations on your pregnancy! It's wonderful that this is such a deliberate choice for you both, and honestly, many women have healthy pregnancies in their 40s so try not to stress too much about the age thing. For your first appointment, most OBGYNs like to see you around 8 to 12 weeks when they can confirm dates and do your initial screening, though some practices ask you to come in earlier if you prefer. Since it's been 14 years, the process will feel a bit different now - they'll likely do your booking blood tests, dating scan, and go through your medical history, so just call your OB's clinic to book and they'll guide you through what they need. The kids will probably come around once baby arrives, especially since it's a sibling situation rather than a completely new dynamic for them. All the best with your pregnancy!

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