Comments on: Sickness, ER visits, and double standards

By: Kara

Kara — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:21:15 +0000

I’m so sorry Stef!! I was out of work for a week, sick as a dog, and it was just horrible. Hence, my reason for lack of posting, too.

I’m so glad you went to the doc, and got what was needed!! I hope it’s all gone by now.

xoxo

By: amber

amber — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:11:18 +0000

Mamas just aren’t allowed to get sick. It sucks! I hope you feel better soon!

By: Em Static

Em Static — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 18:55:26 +0000

That sounds just awful! I’m like you. A limb would have to spontaneously fall off my body before I take myself to a doctor. I’ve been incredibly lucky so far, but…

I feel kind of guilty that as a kid I didn’t let my mom just be sick and rest. I didn’t know how badly one could crave a little alone time as an adult, especially when said adult feels crappy. Hope you feel better soon!

By: WCatDD

WCatDD — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 07:07:50 +0000

If you are getting sick, then your body is saying “STOP! I NEED TO REST! Something’s wrong!” Show your husband where the food lives, close the door, and take the time to get better. If you keep pushing yourself while you are trying to heal, then you won’t be able to fully get better, practically ensuring that you’ll get sick again.

P.S. Don’t forget to keep your praying up too.

By: Judy B.

Judy B. — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 07:05:53 +0000

Stefany, So sorry to hear you are feeling so bad. Yes, there are different standards here. As moms/wives we are the caretakers and caregivers and often neglect ourselves. I just blogged a bit on this yesterday at my site: http://Beachbird2.blogspot.com. We have to include ourselves in the caretaking or else we are no good to anyone. Sometimes it would be nice to have our mommy around again! It is because we are so important to others that they continue to need us during our downtime. Take the time off and care for yourself! Feel better. Sending you some virtual Chicken Soup.

By: Kisha Floren

Kisha Floren — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 07:04:53 +0000

Oh, honey, you are SO not alone….I totally understand where you’re coming from, about the double standards and the lack of health insurance. We were without for a couple of years, and now we have a self purchased plan that covers some, but still leaves a lot to be desired. You might consider looking into it-it definitely is an added monthly expense but I was surprised at how affordable it can be and it is sure cheaper than an ER visit! Also, lots of hospitals will write off a portion to all of the cost of a visit when you are uninsured-please look into that! And even more importantly–feel better soon! xoxo

By: Charissa

Charissa — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 07:01:44 +0000

Hope you feel better soon!! There is such a double standard. My hubby is usually pretty good to help when I am sick, but I can only be sick for a few days…

For your sore throat, have you tried honey? I had strep a couple of weeks ago and it helped.