Re: anemic - iron absorption

[Guest guest]

I became anemic before I got pregnant, but after I found out I was pregnant I

was put on prescription Iron pills twice a day - it's a brand that helps us

absorb it better. I was also on infusions every month or 6 weeks during my

pregnancy to keep my iron levels up - it worked wonderfully on top of the fact

that my body just seemed to love being pregnant. My iron levels stayed

absolutely perfect during the whole pregnancy and when I say my Hematologist

last

month my iron levels dropped a bit but I haven't had an infusion since December,

right after I gave birth. So, actually being pregnant seems to have helped my

body with the iron absorption. I am still considered anemic even though my

levels are above normal, but I have a great group of doctors that watch me like

a hawk.

Since I am considering pregnancy #2 now(I'm 37 and baby #1 was born 12/1

after 15 years of trying) my doctors are all supportive as long as I keep my

blood

levels up and get them checked on a regular basis.

The hospital made sure to have blood ready for me when I gave birth in case

anything happened as well...

Good luck - with the right medical team everything will work out for the best

and you'll come through this with flying colors!

Rene

Post op 11/30/00 - lost 192lbs!

Baby #1 12/1/2003

Baby #2 - hopefully early to mid 2005!