I have had my second baby in December and just been diagnosed with under active thyroid (autoimmune type).
Doctor seems to think this isn't just related to the PG and it will be life long meds .
I think I have had it for years now undiagnosed.
I have googled (i know, bad idea) and it seems undiagnosed thyroidism is detremental to the babies brain development.
Can cause poor IQ, impaired cognitive and motor skills, learning difficulties etc.
I feel so worried for my nrly 5 month old DD and feel guilty too. I know its not my fault but you know what it's like being a parent!
Has anyone had undiagnosed thyroid problems and your child has been fine later?
Also, has anyone known they had it and went on to have a baby safely with the medication?
What are the risks?
Im enjoying my DD so much and would love a third in a few years but after all the problems I had with my DS's PG and now this plus my age im starting to think Id be mad.
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Underactive thyroid experiences please
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whensmydayoff · 06/05/2010 21:25
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