by brs888 » Fri May 20, 2005 1:39 pm
I have heard all kinds of advice as far as what to do and not to do. So, I called my doctor, who I absolutely love, and asked her what the real deal was. She said the main thing is to not get yourself over-stressed or over-heated.
I was on strict bedrest for 24 hours and then just took it easy for the rest of the week. Like many of us taking two weeks off was not an option. So, I went to work, but did no lifting, minimal walking and my boss was kind enough to allow me to leave early some afternoons so that I could go home and rest. The second week, I was told I could walk my dog. We were also told we could have sex, but we haven't...just afraid to risk anything. Still, no heavy liftying - my doctor told me it could pull the blood flow to your muscles and away from your uterus, where it is needed.
They also told me not to blame myself if it didn't work. I think that is the most important. As long as we are taking it easy...it is out of our hands.