tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post1660336428408861213..comments2024-03-05T11:36:50.299-05:00Comments on Stand and Deliver: Help with breathing issueRixahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07908864785513937876noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-45344402432011847152009-04-01T16:23:00.000-04:002009-04-01T16:23:00.000-04:00Afrin?Afrin?Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11903428524066550435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-60895093409482409292009-03-29T21:47:00.000-04:002009-03-29T21:47:00.000-04:00Thanks for all your helpful comments and suggestio...Thanks for all your helpful comments and suggestions. Fortunately the last two nights have been much better, but I will definitely keep these tips in mind if it worsens again.Rixahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07908864785513937876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-32546003267524195042009-03-29T10:29:00.000-04:002009-03-29T10:29:00.000-04:00I have had some luck with acupuncture for this pro...I have had some luck with acupuncture for this problem--the needles go in right next to your nose. I found one that does sliding scale fees through here: http://www.communityacupuncturenetwork.org/<BR/><BR/>The results were subtle and cumulative, but I do feel it helped.<BR/>She was also able to totally resolve the symphysis pubis pain that I developed at 22 weeks and which I was sure was going to mean I would have to stop working. I'm now a huge believer!Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10314610092174676404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-70729383485948554952009-03-28T23:49:00.000-04:002009-03-28T23:49:00.000-04:00it happens to me too. but it starts in my 4th mont...it happens to me too. but it starts in my 4th month. I HATE it. <BR/><BR/>the things that help me:<BR/><BR/>sleeping on my left side - I always breath better on that side.<BR/><BR/>humidifier... the more moisture the better.<BR/><BR/>a shower before bed<BR/><BR/>sometimes I use saline spray to moisten it - which seems to relieve some of the swelling. it's especially helpful in the car b/c it is at it's worst when I'm sleeping or in the car. <BR/><BR/>warm foods like soup. or tea.<BR/><BR/>drink lots of water - though maybe not *right* before bed b/c peeing will then be the reason you can't sleep all night!<BR/><BR/>if I'm seriously desperate i take a 1/4 dose or less of benedryl to help me sleep. honestly though too much will make it much worse! so be careful if you try that.Hennyhttp://www.hennypenne.lafianzoo.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-23138006503094397142009-03-28T18:28:00.000-04:002009-03-28T18:28:00.000-04:00It actually sounds like apnea. I'm not sure there'...It actually sounds like apnea. I'm not sure there's alot you can do about it. A sinus rinse before bed (the rinse is often more effective then the netti pot) may help and you could give the breath right strips a try. But I would research sleep apnea and see what treatment there is. Good luck.West Coast Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03061718988894571013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-30960233793803547502009-03-28T15:04:00.000-04:002009-03-28T15:04:00.000-04:00What about mint, eucelyptus or some kind of vapor ...What about mint, eucelyptus or some kind of vapor or oil? That helps me.Charee Nickel Kinserhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07827093120908816851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-57170661581771733152009-03-28T14:25:00.000-04:002009-03-28T14:25:00.000-04:00Hi Rixa,This was a question of a midwifery list-se...Hi Rixa,<BR/>This was a question of a midwifery list-serve I belong to just today. Here are the highlights of responses,<BR/>smiles and love,<BR/>brenda<BR/>(from your Iowa IMA community)<BR/><BR/>No cows milk or fruit juices ( both produce lots of extra mucus- eustation (sp) tubes often get clogged) people have a harder time getting rid of the mucus. <BR/><BR/>Tons of water. <BR/><BR/>Preg women tended to have more inflammation in the throat, ears and nasal area from estrogen. <BR/><BR/>Get the inflammation down, gargel alot with saltwater, use nasal irrigations like the netti pot and again reduce or get rid of mucus producing foods. <BR/><BR/>For some people, placing an extra pillow under their heads or propping head of bed can help with drainage. Try the nasal strip for nose also.The Journeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08965767021296544948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-50079402865322630532009-03-28T11:39:00.000-04:002009-03-28T11:39:00.000-04:00I also had this problem in late pregnancy and the ...I also had this problem in late pregnancy and the neti pot worked wonders.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-33449659591376665582009-03-28T11:02:00.000-04:002009-03-28T11:02:00.000-04:00I'd really like to hear what works for you, if you...I'd really like to hear what works for you, if you do find anything. I've had this issue throughout my entire pregnancy, just about. Though I'm not the one losing sleep--my poor husband is! He had to startle me awake the other night because I'd kept him up for over an hour.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17537444773579775982noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-17640704320703420142009-03-28T08:17:00.000-04:002009-03-28T08:17:00.000-04:00Try searching "pregnancy sinusitis" I've gotten it...Try searching "pregnancy sinusitis" I've gotten it with all three of my pregnancies, but never as bad as you're describing, so I never tried to do anything about it. I therefore have no advice. Good luck though. I hope you find some relief!Lexihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07672971027793934757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-27041113949914527912009-03-28T02:29:00.000-04:002009-03-28T02:29:00.000-04:00I highly suggest a neti pot (nasal irrigation). A...I highly suggest a neti pot (nasal irrigation). At the very least it will help soothe the engorged tissues and prevent irritants from getting trapped in your sinuses. I wrote about the process on my blog (http://www.seattleyogini.typepad.com/seattle_yogini/2008/12/tell-me-about-the-tea-pot-a-beginners-guide-to-neti-pot.html).<BR/><BR/>The best part? No side effects! Good luck :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-20296764853063290222009-03-27T23:56:00.000-04:002009-03-27T23:56:00.000-04:00You could also try essential oils that open up the...You could also try essential oils that open up the sinuses, in a diffuser, like eucalyptus. That helps me. Also, elevating the head with another pillow helps.Angelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18344181795107850338noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-8604805097598719212009-03-27T22:59:00.000-04:002009-03-27T22:59:00.000-04:00There's an off-brand of those breathe rite strips ...There's an off-brand of those breathe rite strips that works/worked better for me than even the breathe rites - clear passage is what I think it's called. It costs less than BR and they stick better - and don't leave glue behind on your nose that you have to scrub off for dear life in the morning. They really work well - I had the same thing happen during both of my pregnancies.<BR/><BR/>-GenevieveMamaOnABudgethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07852357592566194241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-2022729335835406492009-03-27T22:42:00.000-04:002009-03-27T22:42:00.000-04:00I have a long history of nasal/sinus issues that b...I have a long history of nasal/sinus issues that became much worse during my 2 pregnancies. I used (and still do) Flonase nasal spray. It is a steroid nasal spray that acts locally to help with the inflammation. It may take 1-2 weeks to kick in but it works really well and is safe in pregnancy. I SO know your pain. Also a little Afrin nasal spray is ok for a few days but don't use too often because you can get rebound stuffiness. As mentioned befor daily use of a netti pot or just a saline nasal spray is good also.stacyramnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-80183748355085259222009-03-27T22:34:00.000-04:002009-03-27T22:34:00.000-04:00"Breathe Right" strips were also the first thing t..."Breathe Right" strips were also the first thing that popped into my mind.<BR/><BR/>-KathyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-4251309033526668332009-03-27T21:51:00.000-04:002009-03-27T21:51:00.000-04:00I just searched snoring in pregnancy and found a b...I just searched snoring in pregnancy and found a bunch of stuff w/ some remedies. But beware there is also some stuff about preecampsia too.Genevievehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06382294344106850508noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-4200827609048088372009-03-27T21:47:00.000-04:002009-03-27T21:47:00.000-04:00This happened to me when I was pregnant. A combina...This happened to me when I was pregnant. A combination of Breathe-Right strips and a Netti- Pot each night did the trick. Good Luck :)lfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01763638487528694909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-33584476443365250822009-03-27T21:34:00.000-04:002009-03-27T21:34:00.000-04:00Are you using a humidifier? Also, maybe a fan or o...Are you using a humidifier? Also, maybe a fan or other circulated air would help keep the airways open?Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02377101567280185610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20642800.post-6268227739427748792009-03-27T21:32:00.000-04:002009-03-27T21:32:00.000-04:00I'm not sure I 'get it'....but would those breathe...I'm not sure I 'get it'....but would those breathe right strips work??<BR/><BR/>My husband snores like you wouldn't believe and they help him...<BR/><BR/>Of course I could have totally misunderstood the breathing problem ;-)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13893351478019815787noreply@blogger.com