PREGOREXIA?

People with an eating disorder usually have their symptoms worsen when they feel that their life circumstances are outside of their control, an ED is always compromising to one's health, but when you are pregnant you have a whole other person to think about. This does not make you a bad mother, just a mother who is suffering from an ED. I would definately let your OB/GYN know about this so that they can monitor you carefully and I would start therapy if you are not currently in treatment. This is not a form of weakness, but a form of strength reaching out for help when it is most needed. Here is a toll free number to speak to an ED specialist who can answer any questions you might have as well as help you find treatment in your area, 1-866-222-1883.

Wishing your strength during this trying time.

CK

Unfortunately I know what you're going through as I suffered with eating disorders and mostly bulimia while pregnant myself and would love to talk with you. I'm new and trying to figure this site out but would love to help you and at least talk about my experience. I hate to say this but I took diet pills for several months of a pregnancy to make sure I didn't gain weight. I was that afraid of gaining weight despite wanting the child to be healthy. I also struggled with purging but tried to keep it to a minimum throughout the pregnancies. It is so hard to deal with ED's and much harder when you realize that your baby is relying on you and that you need to be healthy for both of you.

I sent you a message getting a little more into detail.
I know all to well what you mean, and yes the baby did survive and is healthy but if I had to do it over again I would have done more to not have done the things I did while pregnant. You just don't know, and I wouldn't want to regret.
It's a constant battle, wanting to be thin and feel control over the eating disorder, wanting to be healthy for the children.
I don't want them to see and pick up on my habits and struggle like me.
I feel more of a need than ever to overcome this once and for all.

I would let your doctor know though about your struggles with ED if you can find the strength to do so. I did and they were really nice and helpful and I hope the same for you.

Hi , I am so sorry to hear about your suffering with pregorexia. I was wondering if either of you would be interested in speaking to me about what you are going through in order to produce a magazine feature reaching out to others going through something similar and raising awareness about this eating disorder? You would be paid for your time and trouble and we offer full copy approval. Please contact me on kw5694@live.com if you would be interested.

Thanks,

Kate