After getting pregnant at age 41, giving birth at 42, and now raising an almost-2-year-old at 44, I'm excited to get back to my blog! I became pregnant in April 2011 and stopped posting altogether. I remember feeling like I needed privacy on my journey of pregnancy. I'm glad I honored my needs at the time but I do think writing this blog is so healing and empowering and wish I could have found a way to continue it somehow. But, alas, time to look ahead and set an intention for writing more consistently. It feeds my soul like nothing else.
I just read my blog post from Feb 2011 about how I slept 12 and 13-hour nights over a week's time and I just want to whiz right back there and get some of that good, deep sleep again! Oh, how I've missed my sleep! My adrenals are soooo tired! My little toddler speeds around the house every morning while I feel like I've been hit by a truck. .He makes me laugh though and I am deeply, deeply in love like never before.
After re-reading some of my old posts I am reminded of my own wisdom and perseverance and knowledge with regards to healing, growth, and change. Since becoming pregnant and giving birth I've experienced new ups and downs as well as reminders of old symptoms and struggles. It's been quite a journey and I look forward to sharing my stories of relapse, renewed healing, and lot's of growing and changing.
Thanks so much to all who have been reading my blog over the years while I've been away. I just finished reading your posts tonight and feel so inspired and honored by what you've chosen to share with me about your own journey of healing. I look forward to hearing more and sharing more.
Stay tuned! I can't wait!
P.S. New pics and quotes coming soon!
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There is nothing like raising children to push us to our edge... physically, emotionally, and spiritually! Motherhood is one of the most challenging jobs I've ever had - but also the most rewarding one! Sending you lots of love!
ReplyDeleteI swear this site was sent to me from above. my name is kari, I moved to portland last July, have hashimotos and feel very let down by the care I've received here so far. I was put on an extreme diet and felt worse and worse with no support from my doctor. I then went to see a naturopath who thinks this is all stress and suggested I go back on Paxil. Margaret, is there any way I can speak with you? I feel as though I'm at the end of my rope and very scared.
ReplyDeleteHi Kari. I would be so happy to speak with you. Of course. Before we speak though. Have your read all of my blog posts related to Hashimoto's? If not, I suggest doing that first so you can gather some information and resources. If that feels like too much then we can talk of course. Any ideas as to how to exchange contact info? This isn't a very private place to do so. Hang in there. I know that it's so challenging. Can't wait to touch base.
ReplyDeleteKari,
ReplyDeleteHere's a great resource for you, by the way: Sherwood Family Medicine. Check out their website. They totally get it and do such a comprehensive rundown on your symptoms and utilize both naturopathic and allopathic modalities. They were my lifesaver!!!
thanks for replying Margaret! I would love to chat with you about what you've tried, what actually worked and you still do, and of course practitioner references. would you mind emailing me @ karolyn.grimm@gmail.com? do you still live in portland?
Deleteps.. I feel a little funny reaching out to a stranger, I'm just really sick and don't know what to do anymore. I promise I'm not a weirdo ;)
DeleteHi, can you update us on how your Hashimoto's is doing? What are the things you've taken to help with it, what have you noticed has made a difference for you personally? Did you have swelling of the thyroid as well? Are you taking thyroid hormone? Would love to read an updated blog post that encompasses these things -- thanks!
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