Hormones can F. off

[MonesHor]

I stopped BF last week, I've not had a period for almost 2 years and I can tell it's on its way. I have stomach pain, brain fog and an absolutely ridiculous amount of bloating.

But that's nothing compared to how low I feel. I had to leave DH with the kids earlier so I could take a walk around the neighbourhood in the dark as I sobbed, tears streaming down my face. I have an awful sense of impending doom and am overwhelmed by the slightest task.

Will it pass? Am I broken?

It will definitely pass! Sending you some very unmumsnetty hugs. Hope you feel on a more even keel soon, in the meantime be kind to yourself.

Thank you so much. I am going to give up on today, take a book and go to bed, and hopefully get some sleep before DC wake me up. Urgh, really hope I'll be fixed tomorrow.

Sounds like an excellent plan, tomorrow will be better!

Yep. They fuck you over from the time your period turns up with zits, cramps, bloating, emotions, cravings, etc… Then in my case, PCOS, with unwanted random hair, weight gain due to insulin resistance, strict diet, periods from hell, trouble ttc, miscarriages… Pregnancy-head in the toilet for nine months, being on meds to try and stop vomiting, still felt like I was on a wildly rocking ship. Couldn’t keep food down, still put on weight… Massive haemorrhage during c-section no 2 (twins) messed up pituitary gland (hormone centre) at least uterus was put in the bin. PCOS symptoms went mad, developed alopecia. Hot flushes and huge sense of impending doom hit at 45. Menopause. Give me all the oestrogen & antidepressants pls. Thank god for modern medicine. No way was I putting up with that shit for 10-15 years.

Ride that hormonal wave...! Fucking hormones.
Just one step at a time. Weep but tell yourself this too shall pass.

@Fraaahnces that sounds so tough, hope you are OK now.

Thank you so much @mumyes , it's really unlike me to feel so low, it's weighing on me like a ton of bricks!

Oh yeah! Oestrogen gel and Venlafaxine have sorted me right out. I intend to have strong bones and a working brain for as long as possible and be a nice person with it!!!