Gotta DASH

It’s amazing what a difference a real doctor makes. I went to my general practitioner back when I started feeling really terrible and learned that I had high blood pressure. Before Christmas he changed my meds, and they started causing … Continue reading

Under Pressure

“Pressure! Pushing down on me! Pushing down on you…” Blood pressure that is. Mine’s too high. High enough that a couple weeks ago, I felt so off that I went to my general practitioner for a physical. He confirmed what … Continue reading

The Induction Side Step

After my one night in triage, the doctors were wary. They’ve had me come in twice more. That’s fair. Pre-eclampsia is a real thing, and I am so close to my due date. I’m happy to be more closely monitored these … Continue reading