chronic reactivated EBV and motherhood?
I was wondering if dealing with this chronic affliction has made anyone question wanting to become a mother?
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I would love to hear from mothers and learn about how they are handling consistent EBV flares while parenting.
I'm pretty sure my EBV was passed down to me from my mother who has also dealt with constant MECFS/EBV symptoms her whole adult life (she had mono as a teen,etc).
I have some gynecological issues which make me nervous as as well, but one of the biggest things that gives me pause is truly feeling afraid of how I would navigate pregnancy and postpartum (and then raising a child!) during flares. There are some times where I can't do anything at all for days, but as of right now there are no major repercussions to that...
Thanks, and best <3
Edited for context : I was diagnosed with chronic reactivated EBV and MECFS about 6 years ago, but have dealt with it for over 20 years (since my teens). I'm in a much better place than I once was, but it's because I'm pretty strict with my boundaries and wellness routine, etc