HOPEisode: Kathee’s Story!
Join Sonia and Jessica for this inspiring HOPEisode sent in by Kathee, a Mama who endured fertility issues, disappointment and devastating heartbreak before finally being blessed with her miracle babies. She also shares why she decided to wait before having children and her thoughtful advice for women who are still on their journey to motherhood. Sonia and Jessica open the episode with life updates including their latest ‘feral toddler’ stories, Jessica’s foundation application tips and what’s been keeping Sonia somewhat calm over the last couple of weeks with minimal childcare. Enjoy!
Topics discussed in this episode:
3:14 Feral Toddlers on the Loose!
13:13 Rosé Tinted Glasses
16:57 Jessica’s Skincare & Foundation Tips
19:48 Final Life Update, We Promise!
22:34 Welcome to this HOPEisode!
22:51 Kathee’s Story!
23:17 Cholestasis of Pregnancy
29:27 What Kathee Loves About Being A Geriatric Mama And Why She Waited
29:45 Kathee’s Advice for Women Who Are Still on Their Journey to Motherhood
“I always wanted to be a mom, so we decided to try to conceive right away; but when I got off birth control and my cycles didn’t come back. My bloodwork showed that I wasn’t ovulating. ”
Kathee and her husband with their miracle baby.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Cholestasis of pregnancy, also known as intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) or obstetric cholestasis (OC), is a liver condition that can occur during pregnancy. It's characterized by a slowing or stopping of bile flow from the gallbladder, which can lead to itching and jaundice. ICP usually occurs in the second and third trimesters, but can sometimes start earlier. Symptoms include:
Intense itching, usually on the hands and feet, but can occur elsewhere
Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes
Increased serum bile salts
Abnormal liver enzymes
Dark-colored urine
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Light-colored stools
Pain in the upper right abdomen
Nausea
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