Welcome back, my friend! Today’s share is all about surviving self injection during pregnancy. If you meet certain criteria, such as a history of blood clots, clotting disorders, or other medical conditions that increase the risk of developing clots, your consultant or midwife may recommend self injection during pregnancy. Older mothers and those who have birthed multiple babies are now routinely prescribed blood thinners. This often starts from the third trimester and continues until 6 weeks after giving birth. The anticoagulant injections may help to protect you against dangerous and life threatening blood clots. It’s really normal to feel worried about self injection during pregnancy. But don’t worry – with some prior information and practise, you’ll soon feel like a pro – and injecting will become just another part of your daily routine. Let’s look at some of the common questions you might have before starting the injections. What’s the…
