The rookie Groupchat

Lucy's Little Secret P4

L:Okay, this is getting ridiculous. I thought the morning sickness would ease up, but it's just getting worse. Like way worse.

A:Still? That sounds like a nightmare. How are you even functioning right now?

N:Wait, still getting worse? You've been puking all day, Lucy. It's like every time I look at my phone, you're mentioning another trip to the bathroom.

L:You're not wrong. I can't keep anything down. I'm pretty sure I've thrown up every type of food at least once today. Even water isn't staying down anymore.

Tam:Lucy, that's awful! Have you tried ginger tea? It's supposed to help with nausea. Or crackers?

L:Tried both. And peppermint tea. And those anti-nausea candies. Nothing's working. I feel like I'm dying over here.

A:Yikes. You sure you can handle this without going to the doctor? You don't want to end up dehydrated, Lucy.

L:I know, I know. I've been sipping water, but that's been coming up too. I thought this morning sickness stuff was supposed to be, you know, manageable? Not a full-on war zone in my stomach.

N:Morning sickness is brutal. But if you're feeling this bad, it might be more than just "normal" morning sickness. You should get checked out just in case.

L:Yeah, I know. I'll go if it gets worse... but I just hate doctors. I'll take another test tonight to be sure this isn't something else, though at this point, I'm pretty sure I'm pregnant.

Tam:Yeah, I was about to ask,did you take another test yet?

L:No, I've been too busy puking to even think about it. But I will tonight. I already have a feeling, though. It's just... you know, instinct?

A:Woman's intuition. Makes sense. And if this nausea is as bad as you say, your body's definitely trying to tell you something.

L:Like "stop eating everything," apparently. I can't even look at food without feeling sick.

N:You know, the nausea could actually be a good sign. Pregnancy hormones going haywire means things are progressing, right? Or so I've heard.

L:Great, so I'm dying of hormones. Awesome.

A:Maybe it's your body's way of saying, "Hey, surprise, you're growing a human!" You might have a mini-Bradford in there, Lucy.

L:Don't even say that! Tim's already going to freak out if I tell him. If he finds out I'm basically bedridden with nausea, he's going to go into full-on dad mode. I'm trying to avoid that.

N:Avoid? Ha. You think you can hide this from Tim? He's going to notice eventually, Lucy. The man's not exactly oblivious.

L:Yeah, I know... I just want to be 100% sure before I drop that bomb on him. I don't want him stressing out unnecessarily.

Tam:Honestly, Lucy, you should probably tell him soon. He's going to notice you puking every five seconds.

A:Exactly. You're not going to be able to hide this much longer, especially if the nausea keeps up like this.

L:Yeah, you're right. I just need to take another test first. The last thing I need is Tim running around like I'm fragile when I'm not even sure what's going on yet.

N:Well, whatever the test says, we've got your back. But seriously, if this gets any worse, you've got to go see a doctor. This sounds way beyond normal morning sickness.

L:I'm giving it a day. If it's still this bad tomorrow, I'll go. Promise.

A:Good. And in the meantime, rest! You're probably dehydrated by now with all that throwing up. If you want, I could always give you my OBGYN's number.

L: thanks Angela

Tam:Yeah, Lucy. Get off your feet, lie down, and stop trying to tough it out.

L:I'm trying! I've been lying down all day, but every time I get comfortable, I feel the nausea coming back. It's a nightmare.

A:Maybe take small sips of water or electrolyte drinks? You don't want to pass out from dehydration. If you're going to keep this pregnancy under wraps for a while longer, you need to stay conscious at least.

L:This is the worst. But yeah, I'll try. Water, lying down, deep breaths, all the things.

N:If you want, I can drop by later with some ginger ale or something. Sometimes the fizz helps.

L:Thanks, Nyla, but I think I'm beyond help at this point. Every time I think I've got a handle on it, the nausea comes back twice as hard.

Tam:You definitely need to take another test tonight, Lucy. At this point, it's gotta be pregnancy, right?

L:It feels like it. But I want to be sure before I tell Tim. I'll take one tonight and let you guys know what it says.

A:Good plan. And once you're sure, you'll have to figure out how to tell Tim. Maybe get him something cute,like a little onesie or something? 

L:Cute? I'm just going to blurt it out in between vomiting sessions at this rate.

N:Yeah, you might want to time it better than that. Maybe tell him when you're not actively about to puke.

L:Easier said than done. But yeah, that's the goal.

Tam:Well, we're here if you need backup. You've got this, Lucy.

A:Yeah, take it one step at a time. First the test, then deal with Tim. You'll figure it out.

L:Thanks, guys. I'll keep you posted. But right now, I'm going to try to not puke for the next hour. Wish me luck.

N:Good luck. We're rooting for you, and the tiny Bradford you're probably carrying.

L:Don't jinx it, Nyla! But seriously... thanks, everyone. I'll keep you in the loop.