Overdoing It & Canceling Plans | Pregnant with a Stoma and It Isn't Easy! | Let's Talk IBD

[@nadineevans5195]

I'm glad you're mentioning having a chronic illness.... People don't appreciate how terribly fatigued we get all the time.

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Absolutely! And all the planning ahead necessary adds to the exhaustion!

[@CaffeinatedandConquer6425]

I get blown off by doctors, and family. It's my weight, or I'm lazy is why I am tired is what I hear when I know it is my chronic illnesses.

[@SaraSullivan-pf2xn]

@@CaffeinatedandConquer6425 I suffered for years with no diagnosis. Scleroderma, sjogren‘s and now PAH, end stage. Misery!

[@LeighMerrydayPorch]

I don't know that 279,000 people have ever been so delighted to listen to a normal pregnancy. I mean, it's far from a typical pregnancy. But I know we're all grinning along with you that it's otherwise SO as it should be. Thanks for sharing your joy, Maggie. We can't wait for more! ❤

[@deborahshore-robinson5800]

Wait till you have her. Might not get a nap in. Babies are usually demanding. Lol.

[@LeighMerrydayPorch]

Something tells me @LetsTalkIBD will have some extra perspective that helps her tolerate the long nights. Maggie seems to be one of those people who chooses joy. As the mom of a profoundly disabled child, I can spot a fellow joy-chooser when I see one. You're gonna be an amazing mom, Maggie. And, yes. Cancel all the things and sleep now. Lie around the bed half the day when you can. You deserve it! :)

[@SaraSullivan-pf2xn]

Every woman I know is (or was) is sleepy and has low energy until the last trimester, close to the end. This may be a big part of how you feel. Discomfort with the belly enlarging is also normal. Just go with the flow and enjoy all you can. You have a miracle.

[@Meah-t7q]

Right

[@pixie706]

Pregnancy is certainly making you glow Maggie. You look and sound fabulous ❤. Take care as always 😊

[@disneyee7643]

Great look with the sweater and hat with snow background. You looked like a model in an ad ! Stay well ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Aww thank you!!

[@darleenbrummer7226]

I love to see your joy over this pregnancy!

[@beebopadoo]

I came here to post this. It's so contagious. ❤

[@heatherbarnes9829]

1. Do not, I repeat, DO NOT cut your hair. A ponytail, messy bun, or any version thereof is a necessity. 2. I also have a couple of surgical scars that I loathe to touch because it feels so icky and weird. 3. You are absolutely glowing Momma. Thank you for sharing this beautiful journey with all of us.❤

[@JoyVillecco]

You look SO HAPPY 💖💖💖 Enjoy every moment of this beautiful blessing. 💖🥰👏🏻⭐️💖🎉👏🏻⭐️🥳

[@iriswilliamson1133]

Thanks for sharing your snow! i’m in atlanta and we rarely get any. so beautiful! Hope you have a lovely cozy and restful day 💗

[@marciadichiara5688]

Beautiful as always Maggie. Prayers for you all

[@debbiekotch6006]

Have fun in the snow. I just like watching it come down. So peaceful. It seems like it gets real quiet too as it falls.

[@kerryb1653]

Pregancy isnt easy! Feel for you, you have extra challenges, look after yourself! Loved seeing the snow, it's hot here in Adelaide, Australia!! ❤️

[@shenazpatel8195]

Wow snow!!! I am in Los Angeles and we have santa ana winds and fires!!! You enjoy and stay safe!!!❤❤❤

[@susanfleming496]

You look great, Maggie! Enjoy the snow! ❄️❤

[@michellegallick5719]

Love seeing the snow falling! We are in the Bloomsburg area of PA…it started about 12:30 and we got maybe 2”. It has ended now. So beautiful!

[@lindafett1826]

I used to live back East❄️I enjoy the snow❄️but now West coast, California☀️ Enjoy watching the snow from your comfy chair😊

[@jazstackhouse985]

I LOVE seeing you on this journey! You are looking amazing and my heart is just warm with each video you share ❤

[@Dkb522]

I have Celiac, and I get fatigued. It’s hard not having your energy levels where everyone else’s is. You’re doing great! Day by day. With sleep, my Dr recommended Unisom when I was pregnant. I would take a half of one, but there’s no issue taking a whole. I still take it to this day when I can’t sleep. It may help you sleep a little longer and help with energy. And totally safe! Hang in there…I’m in CT and the snow is gorgeous! Enjoy!❤❤

[@LetsTalkIBD]

I have actually been taking unisom this whole pregnancy! It's recommended alongside B6 to help with morning sickness so I'm afraid to stop taking it 🤣

[@Dkb522]

@ Oh wow! Maybe you could take another half of one to help w sleep? Maybe ask your doc. But yes I can see how you’d keep taking with the morning sickness. I’m glad you have it!

[@breandalynmeal1808]

You look soo healthy and pretty being with child. You will be the best mommy ever. Coming from a mum of 4 daughter's ❤

[@rosemaryhoydocumentaries]

I am so pleased that you are doing so well and a lovely baby is joining your family. You sound so happy,you really do light up when you talk.

[@hjcdormouse7337]

The Snow looks so pretty and i also love the silence it brings however you can keep it meantime as just has 2 weeks of being snowed in...appointments cancelled, nothing moving etc. I am so glad way back in early October i check our dual gas camp stove, clean all pans and utensils, stock up on batteries, firewood and a emergency supply of freezer and pantry food. Looking back at last few years we have even been snowed in on my Birthday in April so a way to go yet but how wonderful the days are getting longer so Spring is stirring underground 🥰💜x

[@makemijo]

One thing about scars like yours (mine too, but not from ostomy) is that while other women have their belly buttons start to protrude when they are pregnant, ours are kind of stitched into place!

[@LetsTalkIBD]

I've noticed that! The actual belly button hasn't changed much so far!

[@sunflowerrosem.8651]

Canceling plans is tough. I used to try to do it all. After decades of surgeries and continuous flares, I now have learned to listen to my body. It’s not what my mind wants to do, but it’s what my body requires. You’re growing a baby, and you have Crohn’s. Listen to your body. It’s the wise thing to do for now. Something about having kids made me do all I could to try to be there for them. And still my body didn’t always comply. We do the best we can with what we have to work with.😊

[@pamela-gw7xo]

Thanks for sharing your updates!! And the snow is beautiful. I'm in Florida. 😅🌴😃

[@PatryciaNijenkamp]

From the Netherlands here, listen to your body! Your growing an baby, that takes energie 🤗 take a brake if you en your baby needs it.

[@DW-lv1zr]

I just want to thank you for being your true self. Longtime follower by way of multiple chronic conditions and loved ones w Crohn’s. I love listening to you while doing art or relaxing- you are one of those rare (to me) people who are as genuine as I imagine one can be w/a YT channel. You’re wholesome, thoughtful, uplifting (finding the silver linings) and even in your pain, I cry too, for you and with you. So much chaos and tragedy dominate, and then your videos bring a vibe I’m struggling to describe. Like the beauty of every teeny moment. I live that way to keep going. Just thank you. The snow! You’re the first person who watched snow like I do. such joy to live thru you bc no snow here in PNW. none. I felt like I was there and I felt that nostalgic anticipation. Wanted you to know, today my heart opened bc of this video- resilience and gratitude and grace, snow, doggos, and I laughed out loud when he peeked out of the shower. I try to share any time the simplicity of a wholesome person unexpectedly turns my whole day around. Enjoy the snow! Rest! Good for you for rest. The guilt stays no matter how much you know it’s not true. Even living this way for decades , canceling bc of my body still feels like a fail. But SN❄️W many good things come from that strength. 😉

[@gailathomas5218]

You look good with your hair back in a ponytail.

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Thanks!!

[@jane57ireland]

So glad the extenders worked. You are fortunate that you can use the larger sized Ostoform flange. My stoma was even too big for those. 😢

[@morganforrest6873]

Maggie, you did a lot!! You are growing a WHOLE human!! That alone is a lot. Also, if you can stand it, KT tape is so extremely helpful especially for when you have to be up more than normal.

[@lisamoore6804]

I've heard of KT tape, I've always wanted to try it to see if it would help my neck. I just keep forgetting to do so, lol.

[@SomeoneWerid]

We haven't gotten any snow here yet which I've been bummed about. My favorite thing to do when it snows is to just lay down outside and stare up at the sky. It's so peaceful when the only sound you can hear is the noise of falling snowflakes.

[@DragonflySigns]

I love how you help so many people on here. I'm in Northeastern NJ and it's been snowing here since 1pm and it's telling us we can get 4 to 7 inches and it's supposed to go on until 4 AM Monday... sometimes they're way off about snow totals.

[@LetsTalkIBD]

I just talked to my dad who is near Cranbury and he reported about an inch so far! I was so surprised - we've got over 4 inches here already!

[@TRUTHisTRUTH70]

Maggie, the aches and pains are SO normal right now. Just think: your muscles are trying to carry and move more weight than you've ever had, so they're complaining. Same thing with your ribs, spine, and legs. Just rest as you can, listen (and I mean LISTEN!!) to what your body is asking for. So, so thrilled that you are sharing this journey with us. ❤

[@k.cooley4306]

You look radiant and healthy. Good for you! 😊

[@hollylanevintagetreasures]

Aw love seeing the belly kicks. Such a sweet feeling. 😊 Honestly the maple syrup in coffee sounds good. I'll have to try it. I also like a little butter in my coffee sometimes. Yeah we are in Berks county and we got about 5-6". Penn Dot didn't touch the roads all day. Later in the evening they made one pass. Love the updates. Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@fmcm7715]

The snow is beautiful. We had snow over here in Ireland recently but none where I live in Dublin so it’s nice to see it in your video. I bet you don’t feel too cold as you have your own internal heater😊

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Definitely true - I don't seem to get as cold now which is nice!

[@lesleyharris525]

We had snow, i was looking outside and saw it, lasted about a minute and that's all, we are less than a mile from the sea so we don't have snow very often. Stay safe and warm. ❤

[@analuisa1214]

What a lovely day with all this snow! I've never seen snow because I live in a tropical country. It's summer right now and inside my home it feels like it's 35°C (or 95°F) so it'll be a rough night since we do not have AC lol

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Oh man!! I hope you can stay somewhat comfortable tonight!

[@helengarrett6378]

I had long hair when my son was born. He didn't mess around with it, but when he was about six months old I cut it. It just so happened that my sister was around that day, and my son would not leave her arms and rejected me! That wasn't funny because I was nursing him. He figured it out after a little while but my feelings were hurt and I was less happy about the haircut until he accepted me again.

[@zabavnaya-xt8tb]

You are almost at 300000 subscribers, yay 🥳 🎉 🎊

[@jenny_rice]

Love that sweater!! And I was just thinking about you and wondering if you've been having any cravings. All that food sounded so good! I'm glad you had a wonderful time with Tyler and your other friend. And I'm glad you stayed home and rested and enjoyed the snow. It's no fun to drive in. We have 3 degrees here today with a -17 wind chill. It will be that way for 3 days with a low of -30 wind chill. I'm glad I am able to stay inside. Thanks for the update! 💜

[@fuzzycat31]

Yay, snow! I'm in Houston, Texas and we are about to get a snowstorm here too! It's supposed to come Monday night. I'm so excited! We RARELY have snow.

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Stay safe!! We were shocked to hear about the snow coming today Houston!!

[@SoliRhymesWithJulie]

Snow started here (CT) earlier this evening and by the time I left work I had several inches to brush off the car. But I am so grateful I spent the last few winters building up supplies and gear so my long warm coat kept that task from being too agonizing.

[@eileenkiely5417]

Hi Maggie, I hope you get plenty of rest 🥰 I live in Ireland and two weeks ago we had a LOT of snow, it lasted all week and was up to 2 foot deep in my yard and deeper in some places, thank goodness for all the tractors around where I live because people couldn’t get there cars out of their drive including us so the tractors were a god send, some people are really great to help, it was fun the first day but not after that but it was beautiful to look at ❄️☃️ enjoy your snow day ❤

[@bethanymckeel4180]

Loved your snow! Beautiful! You looked so pretty in your toboggan!

[@Teababii1995]

So amazing. I love snow but rarely get to enjoy it ❤ thanks for sharing! I enjoy your videos.

[@cindyjoyful4222]

You look absolutely gorgeous enjoying your snowy yard! Your happiness is contagious. Love watching your journey! I live in Illinois and also love the cold. It's -12 right now.

[@kimwalter6341]

We are not too far from you, Maggie. Last time we checked we had six inches and still snowing strong. Thankful for Eagles victory today!

[@LetsTalkIBD]

What a game!! I was stressed!

[@melonaise]

Nice snow shots!! Glad your pregnancy is progressing okay!

[@raqueldel3968]

Well, you say you weren't even doing much...Maggie you're creating a central nervous system, a skeleton, a complex brain, a liver, kidneys, heart and lungs etc, of course that's going to make you feel tired 😊 I think you're doing great, thank you for sharing😘

[@quantumquartzalchemist2320]

I am retired Air Force. I am very happy all has been well. Take care.

[@patriciahallstrom9384]

I just love watching you and all the up dates ❤😊

[@feliciabourque]

The snow looks so pretty in the background. I live in southeast Louisiana where it never snows but we are expecting at least a few inches from now until Thursday

[@triciamarcoux344]

Congratulations on your pregnancy! I just wanted to share that broccoli is super high in calcium if you enjoy and and can tolerate it ❤

[@wendyy__6893]

Thanks for sharing the snow with us!! I live in FL so we don’t get to see that down here 😂 and you’re looking beautiful with the baby bump🩷

[@mosaicgirl4002]

Wow! Look at your SNOW! ❤❤ it’s gorgeous… interesting about the dogs… your snow scape is stunning. I’ve seen snow twice in my like & once falling! I’m Australian, and live a couple of hours south of Sydney on the coast. Beautiful area- but definitely no snow!😂❤ I love your channel🎉

[@melissawright4040]

Snow can be fun when you don't have to go anywhere. I live in eastern NC and we don't get snow often. We are suppose to get snow Tuesday. Who knows if we will or not. I've lived here since 1990 and we have gotten a little bit here and there. There was a large amount in 89. Give yourself grace for being tired and have to rest the next day when doing a lot. When my nieces were infants and toddlers they never pulled my long hair. You should be fine with yours being long. My mom loved ice cream. She told me that when she was pregnant with me she would eat a large bowl of ice cream every day. I ended up having a allergy to dairy products. I could have them but couldn't over do it. I thanked my mom since she ate so much ice cream. I think i out grew the allergy

[@PatriciaWallace-g9u]

Maggie i am so happy for you just keep on parying god is awesome

[@lyndagreenwald3909]

Love how you’re progressing. You look cute in that hat! Wondering how you’ll be at 9 months?! Just fine I’m sure. 😊

[@LetsTalkIBD]

I'll probably be using a wheelbarrow to carry my belly 🤣

[@natashaw401]

Lolll cute funny ​@@LetsTalkIBD

[@Ladypuppy510]

I live in Jenkintown and it's very weird some times when you're talking about weather or local restaurants and I know where you mean.

[@jmpur86]

Got a good 6/7 inches up in Whitehall (outside of Allentown) its heavy/fluffy . Enjoy the day after with your pups.

[@rebeccabamford5505]

Snow almost everyday in January here near Pittsburgh PA.

[@BubblyinUSA2010]

All this is normal! Welcome to the motherhood world!😂❤ I did it 3 times!❤😊 It will go by so fast, so don’t worry…

[@carolemantha8958]

❤ Hi, ya we have a lot of snow here in Ville Marie Quebec Canada. We are supposed to get extreme cold temperatures from -35 to -45 with wind chill for the next few days.. you guys stay warm!! Take care!! ❤😊

[@catloverKD]

Just think, in a couple years, you'll have a sledding buddy! I'm in a suburb of Cleveland, it's ugly here right now. Luckily I'm off tomorrow, but Tuesday's high temp is supposed to be single digits...

[@ChaiLatte13]

That was a lot you did. Even with just POTS I couldn't have done all that walking and standing, so add on pregnancy and it makes perfect sense that your body was aching and needed rest. Btw over in western pa (which truly feels like a different state lol), we've had snow on the ground for seemingly weeks now! Stay warm everyone.

[@NorseButterfly]

I live in central Texas still, and while it's really freakin cold outside, we haven't seen any snow yet. We are, however, under a winter storm warning with accumulations from 1-3 inches of snow/sleet/freezing rain, starting Monday evening through Tuesday morning. I told my son that I'm sad that my dog isn't here anymore to play in the snow. He loved jumping around and he's get the zoomies in the snow.

[@rocoosp70]

I’m so happy for you and Zach.

[@FindMyConvict]

lol no snow in North Queensland Australia, its 33C here and 70% humidity, feel free to send your snow lol

[@natashaw401]

Pregnancy is making u glow. Seem 20x happier

[@wendyrumbel4354]

Your looking happy and healthy and baby is doing well I’m so happy for you ,your gonna be an amazing mom. God Bles.

[@Jen-m8p]

I have the same scar as you but I have a j pouch, for 10 months I had an ileostomy and I am interested to see how it could have affected my life. I love that you share yor ileostomy with us

[@rebeccabamford5505]

Snow can be pretty but I’m hating it right now since I have to drive every night to work. 🙂

[@LetsTalkIBD]

That is very true- please be safe!!

[@rebeccabamford5505]

@ Thank You! Sending love 💕

[@paulinehawkins2207]

Thanks Maggie. You’re looking so gorgeous. ❤❤❤

[@maryjohnson3863]

I always wore my hair in in high pony tail, then braided and wrapped around to form a bun. at night I would take it down… the next morning, I say my baby’s little toe was blue… I realized, when I changed her diaper the the night before, one of my blonde hairs must have got tangled around her toe… I was shocked… luckily I was able to snip the hair…. I do not take my hair down after that until I put the baby down for the night.

[@debbiewhite3270]

You look great! Remember, you are carrying more & balanced differently so your muscles are working. Also, my son was the only person I had ever seen use maple syrup in his coffee. ... And then there were two :-))

[@natashaw401]

Beautiful u enjoying outside before the snow

[@natashaw401]

Yes Canadian and Maple syrup in coffee is so good

[@Nanchip1]

Didn't do that much, you are doing the ultimate, growing new life, sore, achy and tired is a good thing!!! Love you sharing your journey!!

[@yakupprayoga3853]

I am a yoga student from Indonesia. I also experience pain like you. I want to ask how long have you had this pain?

[@LetsTalkIBD]

The pain I'm talking about with my ribs and back is because I am pregnant, so only the last few weeks!

[@natashaw401]

Lollll cute and funny 3/4 dogs loving the snow

[@dorothyhofer9405]

It’s-45 Celsius where I live Canada 🇨🇦

[@gailathomas5218]

Some of the towns you mention are familiar to me. We lived in Warminster, PA for four years.

[@kimwalter6341]

I live near here. My sister lives in Warminster.

[@LetsTalkIBD]

We only live about 20 minutes from you north on 611!

[@DanniTheMagicJunkDrawer]

I remember being very uncomfortable trying to sleep. First of all I gained 80 pounds. I sort of found sleeping in “child’s pose” most comfortable. It’s not easy.

[@DaisyBell88]

Watching from Canada and just want to say maple syrup in coffee isn’t weird at all 😛

[@Kattaz0309]

My hair was never a problem, but watch out if you have dangly earrings. 😂😂

[@Sharonlee334]

Your just the cutest!

[@Graykitty-j6q]

I was just reminiscing about my first pregnancy. I did work full time, I slept 6pm to 6am. I have to say my first pregnancy I was more tired and more sick than my other 2 pregnancies. It’s a big job on your body, yah gonna be exhausted plus having a chronic disease, exhausting

[@edorsherylcorey5743]

We got a foot of snow in north central WV.

[@nancyrulong6430]

I understand you don’t want him to see your out put bless your heart the snow is beautiful…..do you live in the woods ?

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Our property is half woods half fields!

[@natashaw401]

​@@LetsTalkIBDsounds really cool, nice

[@ellenherman9543]

Babies change everything .I did that to had to ho best rest for 3months! It was terrible

[@sharonsecord5777]

If you like snow you can come to Ontario Canada and have some of ours.We have more than enough to share.

[@lindasampson7386]

Hi Maggie, have you & Zac have your blood type checked? Especially RH Negative Factor which can have complications. Love Linda

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Yes - we are all good!

[@fmcm7715]

No vitD in the winter. The sun is too low in the sky!

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Welp hopefully everyone is taking their supplement then! I know I am!

[@natashaw401]

Really like ur sweater where did u get it

[@Harleyanne774]

With both of mine I was exhausted! Miserable tired. And I couldn’t eat with the second time.

[@user-Danswife]

I have a c-section scar that is up and down instead of across . it looks like yours. Mine has been reopened 4 times for childbirth and hysterectomy. Mine was numb for years but it isn't now. It took years but its good now.

[@LetsTalkIBD]

Oh wow! I'm hoping that should I need one, they'll go through my ectopic scar which is horizontal rather than my vertical one. I had zero issues with my c section-like one healing, but tons with my vertical! Sadly I don't think feeling will come back with the vertical as I've had it 15 years

[@user-Danswife]

@LetsTalkIBD it took about 20 years for mine to feel normal maybe more. My youngest is 29 and I swear it was numb until about 7 years ago. Also, when I was having my second c-section they offered me a horizontal cut but I laughed and said "I know I'm a navy wife but I really don't want scars looking like an anchor."😂😂 so they went vertical every time but each time they took out the old scar and stitched it closed.

[@phyllisbarnes3991]

How do you get nutrients?

[@SLP8107]

I use maple syrup in my coffee too!!!!!

[@jmlordi]

She is just like my sisters six year old Kaylee Maggie! Always flopping around in my sisters stomach.

[@NinaBobina3]

Posted 7 minutes ago. Wow I'm early!