When I was pregnant with Abo, I was diagnosed with Polyhydramnios. (polyhydramnion, hydramnios, polyhydramnios) A a medical condition describing an excess of amniotic fluid in the amniotic sac: Read more:http://www.healthofchildren.com/knowledge/Polyhydramnios.html#ixzz4WPRxMVV8. This was very scary for me because of all the"presumed" side effects.
I also constantly felt like I was literally in labor from about 4 months in pregnancy. I was in a lot of pain and pressure and completely exhausted all the time. This was a very tough challenge for me because I had gone through most of my previous pregnancies seamlessly. And there is a myth that basically tells you that the more kids you have the easier the pregnancy... NOT TRUE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
At one particular doctors visit something very interesting happened. I was seeing a specialist and my OBGYN Concurrently. At a particular visit, one of the specialists in a beautiful Ghanaian accent looked at me and said "I will like to know how you are at your fourth pregnancy with a history of PCOS" (Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem that affects one in 10 women of childbearing age.Women with PCOS have a hormonal imbalance and metabolism problems that may affect their overall health and appearance. PCOS is also a common and treatable cause of infertility). I was a little confused because I had totally forgotten about a very old diagnosis of PCOS from about 9 years before. We talked about the fact that my husband and I are absolutely blessed by the Lord and that I never thought about it from the day we left some doctors office in Baltimore 9 years before. I also shared that I didn't depend on "google doctors" diagnosis and symptoms at that time and that's what probably carried me through. Today the "google doctors" will have you dead and buried with their analysis of your health symptoms.
I am meeting more and more women who are are dealing with PCOS and its many side effects. PCOS is a very common diagnosis. I want to encourage you to believe the report of the Lord over your life. The Lords report will always manifest. The Doctors must do their job but your diagnosis is in the hands of the Lord. And he took all diagnosis with him to the cross on Calvary. In the same light we must be sensitive to one another. You can't assume that everyone must deal with the crisis in their lives the same way you do. Take it easy on each other. Don't be quick to judge. Ultimately its a personal decision on how to handle the sometimes very difficult diagnosis. Your only job is to support, Love, and be a shoulder to lean on. You are welcome to share medical knowledge but do not get carried away. I have seen first hand the miracle of conception by Gods grace and favor.
Anyhow with that said, I had a very hectic pregnancy with Abo. It was the pregnancy of all pregnancies. My family will tell you. I was in no mood for any sort of games, jokes and more. I was pregnant along with my youngest sister and my sister in-law. We had to support each other but most especially they supported me a whole lot because my hormones were a horrible. This pregnancy taught me resilience, patience, and gave me the opportunity to trust GOD SOLELY. There is a blessing in every storm, you cant see it as you go through the storm but i can almost guarantee that as soon as it calms down you certainly will. I learned to take off the cape and let God be in control totally.
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As I write this post a lot of words come to mind and the most common word is privacy. And because I am a mind reader (hahaha I have always wanted to say that) and know some folk who can't handle real life testimonials. If you have been following this blog for a while you will understand that I am absolutely pro privacy. However there is privacy and there are secrets. I will always share especially if its going to bless another woman. I share my personal journey of motherhood, entrepreneurial life as a mother, and anything in between as long as it gives room for conversation, healing, empowerment and addresses issues that are plaguing women in the world and most especially in my community. With that said, a lot of people assume that keeping secrets is the same as privacy. You can choose to live a life full of secrets and I will choose to keep my privacy. I am not going to let our society dictate what should be discussed, shared, and brought to the light and so should you. A lot of your secrets are killing you slowly because you have chosen to die with these "experiences" that complete your story. So we tell half truths and cannot save even our own selves from the many things that haunt us.
Tell your true story today, you might save another woman. And the woman might be YOU. And if you choose not to, remember that every now and then you depend on someone else's journey to relate to. What is your story? How did you get here? What are you dealing with? How can your story/testimony make a difference?
Today Abo is 2 years old. Whose report will you believe? I am thankful to God for blessing us with Abo. I am thankful to my family for being a wonderful team. I thank Abos grandma "Aunty B" who is the most important part of my in home system. 2 years ago, I walked into the hospital a solid 220 pounds or so and today we have a healthy 2 year old.
GLORY TO GOD!!!!!!!!!!!
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Let No Mamipikin Be Left Behind.
Its a new day and the old diagnosis cannot hold you captive.
Happy Birthday to Abongwas Aunties born on the same date. Guess what?
They are both called MAH. I Love them both dearly.
"Aunty Boh Mah"
My Ma Sally
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| My very awesome big sister and her wonderful Husband. Happy Birthday Ma Sally. |
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| Happy birthday "Aunty Boh Mah" You are the best auntie in the world. Thank you for being a wonderful auntie to Abo and the rest of the team. |
KISSES,
Eurykah
