Fitbit, fertility, fibromyalgia - looking for friends!

[Zuleea]

Hi there! I am a Fitbit newb- it just arrived today!

I have fibromyalgia, so exercising can be difficult. I have unexplained infertility, and have gone through a lot of fertility treatments with no success. I'm really trying to make an effort to eat better and move at least a little more. I have trouble sticking with diet and exercise, but I really have to do something to get myself in better condition, and hopefully pregnant! I am looking for Fitbit friends to chat with and help keep each other motivated. Anyone else out there with Fibro or infertility? Please give me a shout out if you are interested in chatting and helping keep each other on track. Thanks!

[Ronniem]

Hi Zuleea;  I have had my charger for about three weeks now and am also looking for individuals who understand the challenges that a  person in chronic pain goes through.  Like you I have Fibro and also chronic Myofascial pain, plus I am an amputee, having had my right leg amputated below the knee (RBK).

I would love to have someone as a friend who understands the struggles I have, so sending you a friend request.

[Elendili]

@Zuleea Hi!  I have fibromyalgia, IBS, type2 diabetes and lots of food allergies.  And I agree it is hard to exercise.  I have two pieces of advice for you that may help.  One: (easiest to do) walk around in your home.  Start slow and work up, just a little each day.  Two: if you can afford it, go someplace (the Y or a rehab place) that offers warm water therapy - especially yoga or tia chi are really good and being in the warm water is so soothing.  It would be worth your while if you can do this.  I don't know about your insurance, but there are some policies that will pay for this when you are diagnosed with fibro. 

The pregnancy thing is a whole other issue.  It took me seven years to get pregnant and many evaluations by specialists to find that my hubby and I had a combination of issues.  Finally though we gave birth to our son.  That was thirty years ago.  I can tell you that the process is frustrating, but it is so worth the wait! 

Good luck to you in all issues.  Use your Fitbit to help show you your progress.  It helps.  I am here any time you want to chat.  Just post.

Elendili

[MrsPackrat]

I understand. First I was almost killed in a car wreck. My recovery was long and painful, followed by 8.5 years of chronic pain from fibromyalgia. Then I got my miracle, changed the way I was eating and the pain left. Now I am thankful every day that I can walk again. I take nothing for granted. Never give up!