ktgrok Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Ok, so the nausea/morning sickness, exhaustion, nosebleeds, etc I can live with. But I'm really over this whole "coffee tastes bad and makes you nauseas" thing!!!! Every day I make a cup, take a few sips, and can't drink any more. Bad enough in the morning, but in the afternoon I NEED that coffee! Mentally, if not for the caffeine. It's my regroup time. I've tried low acid, decaf, a protein smoothing made with espresso in it, cold brew, and even chai tea. Nothing. Nada. Can't drink any of it. Stupid baby is already in BIG trouble! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 When I was pregnant with my oldest, I had to have my office move their coffeemaker because it was close enough to my desk that I could smell it. Normally I like the smell of coffee but when I'm preggo it just makes me nauseous. Have you tried that new Soylent (ugh, hate that name!) Coffiest drink? It's cold, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 1ds hated chocolate. I didn't even know i was pg. dh and I went for ice cream sundaes . . . . they brought it to me, and I had to push it away. far. away. it was very sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 When I was pregnant with my oldest, I had to have my office move their coffeemaker because it was close enough to my desk that I could smell it. Normally I like the smell of coffee but when I'm preggo it just makes me nauseous. Have you tried that new Soylent (ugh, hate that name!) Coffiest drink? It's cold, though. No, but I've tried something similar. Nothing works. Baby obviously hates me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 NOT COOL, baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 Yeah, how on earth I'm supposed to parent the other three kids with no coffee, i do not know. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Have you tried CrioBru? I read a pregnant/nursing Mormon blogger raving about it. Hot tea? Too bad straight up vodka is out as well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 Have you tried CrioBru? I read a pregnant/nursing Mormon blogger raving about it. Hot tea? Too bad straight up vodka is out as well... Same reaction to tea that I have to coffee. Which is lame. Just ordered the CrioBru...I'm not getting my hopes up but worth a try! I'd never heard of it. They come in k-cups even. I figure if I don't like it someone in my house might. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hjffkj Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Ugh that sucks. For weeks 7 through 12 i had to switch to caffeinated soda, which I don't even like normally, because I couldn't stomach the thought of coffee. Thankfully, that went away around week 13. Now at week 21, I wish I could drink coffee all day long! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 (edited) Ugh that sucks. For weeks 7 through 12 i had to switch to caffeinated soda, which I don't even like normally, because I couldn't stomach the thought of coffee. Thankfully, that went away around week 13. Now at week 21, I wish I could drink coffee all day long! Other pregnancies I had diet soda, but since bariatric surgery bubbles upset my stomach, so nothing carbonated. I'm drinking some hot herbal tea now in a desperate attempt to restore my afternoon ritual. I think it's the ritual I miss more than the caffeine. Coffee time twice a day was mom quiet time for 15 minutes. With something yummy. And often whipped cream on top. Edited August 25, 2016 by ktgrok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Elle Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Have you tried Teeccino? It's an herbal coffee that is heavenly. It's brewed just like coffee. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamiof5 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 No, no, no, NOT ok. Baby has to get on board and start liking coffee 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 My last baby hated coffee the entire time but fortunately this one hasn't been having issues. I'm sorry you're stuck without it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Does time of day make a difference, by any chance? I did switch having afternoon coffee because it was less nauseating than first thing. Have you given it a shot after lunchtime? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Governess Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Not cool, baby. Mine hated sugar. Anything sweet made me so nauseous. I couldn't even eat ice cream. What was really interesting is that I felt best when I ate a ton of protein... and when this baby was born she was very solid, never had those squishy rolls. I've always wondered if that was due to my diet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 An aversion to coffee was my first pregnancy sign. Sorry you have to deal with that. But if it is about unwinding and not the caffeine, can't you try a different beverage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mohsmom23 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 That really stinks! I'm so thankful this little one hasn't decided coffee is not okay for me. That would not be good! Hope the aversion goes away soon for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medawyn Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 That's how my coffee loving, caffeine addicted mother knew she was pregnant with my brother. She woke up one morning, and the thought of coffee was nauseatingly terrible. The next morning she woke up to non-stop nausea. The way she tells the story, she was still in the delivery room with a minutes old baby when she requested her first cup of coffee :laugh: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 Thank you for all the sympathy. The herbal tea didn't sit well either. It seems very few beverages taste good to me right now. Pretty much um....Crystal Light Lemonade. That's really it. I've tried teas, chai tea, coffee, hot, cold, different times of day, etc. I will keep trying things, but it may just be a lost cause. Hoping the next trimester it goes away :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No More Perfect Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 For every single pregnancy, my husband had to brew, and drink, his morning coffee either in the garage or on the back porch. I just could not take the smell. I'd end up vomiting for hours. Thankfully once the third trimester hit, I was good and able to enjoy it again. But goodness, that was hard those two trimesters. Hugs! Hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherGoose Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Have you tried just plain old black tea? Or perhaps iced tea? With no frills except perhaps lemon? My last baby allowed that for most of the pregnancy until the heartburn kicked in and then it was just water. Hugs. I was in misery a year ago but now that baby bit his sisters ankle during school while crawling around under the school table, and he's trying to pull up on the stove. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 Have you tried just plain old black tea? Or perhaps iced tea? With no frills except perhaps lemon? My last baby allowed that for most of the pregnancy until the heartburn kicked in and then it was just water. Hugs. I was in misery a year ago but now that baby bit his sisters ankle during school while crawling around under the school table, and he's trying to pull up on the stove. Yup. Iced and hot. And earl grey. And English Breakfast tea. However, in VERY good news, this afternoon I in desperation retried decaf cold brew, made with milk, and so far so good! I've had half of it and it tastes good! This I can handle! Now, to hope it lasts. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 I thought you weren't advised to take caffeine when pregnant. Is that not a thing anymore? I just remember that when I was pregnant. I had to give up diet Pepsi. It was rather brutal for a couple of weeks -- mostly for my poor dh. He still hasn't recovered from the trauma. ;) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Yup. Iced and hot. And earl grey. And English Breakfast tea. However, in VERY good news, this afternoon I in desperation retried decaf cold brew, made with milk, and so far so good! I've had half of it and it tastes good! This I can handle! Now, to hope it lasts. Like I said, I do way better with afternoon coffee. First thing in the morning kind of killed me last kiddo, even brewed cold and with cream. It was so sad! This baby has been more forgiving and I can handle iced coffee on an empty stomach but it is still frustrating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 I thought you weren't advised to take caffeine when pregnant. Is that not a thing anymore? I just remember that when I was pregnant. I had to give up diet Pepsi. It was rather brutal for a couple of weeks -- mostly for my poor dh. He still hasn't recovered from the trauma. ;) They've mostly gotten over than austerity, thankfully. The evidence body points to low caffeine intake as being safe, like two drinks per day. Too many or too much can be a problem but isn't that the case with anything? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 I thought you weren't advised to take caffeine when pregnant. Is that not a thing anymore? I just remember that when I was pregnant. I had to give up diet Pepsi. It was rather brutal for a couple of weeks -- mostly for my poor dh. He still hasn't recovered from the trauma. ;) Up to 2 cups a day is allowed (or about 200 mg of caffeine). I'd settle for decaf honestly. Right now I get a few sips here and there. SaveSave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 25, 2016 Author Share Posted August 25, 2016 Like I said, I do way better with afternoon coffee. First thing in the morning kind of killed me last kiddo, even brewed cold and with cream. It was so sad! This baby has been more forgiving and I can handle iced coffee on an empty stomach but it is still frustrating. Even as recent as a few days ago I couldn't do the afternoon either. Maybe I hit a sweet spot because I'd had a snack about 90 minutes earlier? I don't know. But I'll take it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 I thought you weren't advised to take caffeine when pregnant. Is that not a thing anymore? I just remember that when I was pregnant. I had to give up diet Pepsi. It was rather brutal for a couple of weeks -- mostly for my poor dh. He still hasn't recovered from the trauma. ;) That is what I remember the recommendation to be. No drugs including coffee as they can all have a negative effect on the baby. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 26, 2016 Author Share Posted August 26, 2016 Having a few sips this morning, as is my routine now. At least I can tolerate a few sips. I have them VERY slowly to make them count, lol. I've also found putting less sweetener in seems to help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 Yikes! I am sorry. I had coffee through my pregnancies without a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 (edited) I was always told to not drink caffeine during my pregnancies, so was always glad that the smell made me nauseous because then I wasn't lured to drinking it despite the warnings! Edited August 27, 2016 by J-rap 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 Try hot lemon water. I love it. And it helps digestion and can be your ritual too. I am big on rituals..... As far as coffee goes......I drank mine with half and half and a tsp of sugar my entire life. Since age 15. About 1 year ago I went on a strict diet where I could have the coffee but not the cream and sugar. Once the diet was over I could never again drink it with cream or sugar. It just made me ill to try. So now I drink black coffee only. I must say it is easier ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 26, 2016 Author Share Posted August 26, 2016 Tried cold brew (regular, not decaf) this afternoon and couldn't drink even one sip. Dumped it out. The Crio Bru is coming tomorrow. Hoping! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sangtarah Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 I'm late to this party, but I'll commiserate. I'm allergic to coffee, first of all. BUT, I've been unable to drink tea in any form since getting pregnant. Ugh. I'm sure that contributes to my frequent napping. It surely doesn't help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Mine dislikes: Coffee Onions Bell peppers Chicken Green beans cinnamon But she loves spicey hot foods and iced unsweetened tea. Bonus if the spicey whatever has that disgusting nacho "cheese" sauce stuff on it that I personally think tastes like melted plastic. Ewww. But at least it's not McD burgers. I hate those things and had one baby that wanted almost nothing else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 There's never been any known actual danger to caffeine while pregnant unless in theory one had just a mega ton of it. Like way more than even a whole pot a day. They used to (still?) give caffeine to premmie babies in NICUs to help them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 yeah, in good news baby likes whole wheat pumpkin spice muffins, so that's good :) Also chicken fingers from the deli at the grocery store, cheese, and fruit. Sometimes croissants, but not always. Some lean cuisines. That's pretty much my diet right now, lol. Breakfast is a muffin or croissant, cheese, fruit. lunch and dinner are chicken and fruit and maybe a muffin or croissant. Could be WAY worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Peregrine Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Mine dislikes: Coffee Onions Bell peppers Chicken Green beans cinnamon But she loves spicey hot foods and iced unsweetened tea. Bonus if the spicey whatever has that disgusting nacho "cheese" sauce stuff on it that I personally think tastes like melted plastic. Ewww. But at least it's not McD burgers. I hate those things and had one baby that wanted almost nothing else. Omgosh, my first born only wanted Chicken Nuggets from McD. Every day on my lunch break. Horrid. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 Soo.....just had OVER half a cup!!! No splenda, and barely any sugar. Baby doesn't like super sweet, it seems! Maybe this is a fluke, who knows. But it definitely went down easier than my sweeter norm. Or maybe it was the splenda? But the stupid baby LOVES Dasani artificallly sweetened pink lemonade water flavoring. Maybe that's a different sweetener? But no sweetener, just cream, I can do. Happily. (I still won't overdo it, most of the time I drink decaf, but I haven't even been able to have decaf lately!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sangtarah Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Yay for cooperation! Mine allowed me to drink a large half sweet/half unsweet tea from Chick-fil-A this morning! I still had the mid-morning "I gotta close my eyes NOW" feeling, but I feel so much better! Maybe I'll just have to get Chick-fil-A tea every day. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 Just got the CrioBru. It's interesting. Not sure if baby approves yet, and I think it would taste better sweeter, but I'm too scared to put sweetener in it due to the whole sweet coffee thing. I definitely like it though. And it smells really yummy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 (edited) Not to put words in her mouth, but think she is being facetious - in our house we have similar humor and love our children very much. But the fact remains sometimes they are obnoxious or gross or make us very physically uncomfortable (like pubic symphysis dysfunction and extra long labors, oh joy ;) ). A little loving, jokingly applied insult doesn't mean we love or want them any less. Not every family interacts that way, but I wouldn't read too much into what Katie wrote other than minor frustration over the food issues. Edited August 27, 2016 by Arctic Mama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 I believe you posted many times previously about begging and pleading with your dh to have another baby, yes? I am having a hard time understanding why now you keep referring to him or her as "stupid baby" because you are having morning sickness over coffee. Yeah....it's tongue in cheeck. Said with a smile. Same as "silly husband!" or whatever. Of course, we also call the much loved pets "good for nothing animals" and such. And when the kids ask what we are doing today my husband often smiles and says "oh....probably sell you for meat" and they laugh. Perhaps my sense of humor isn't what you are used to. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 27, 2016 Author Share Posted August 27, 2016 Not to put words in her mouth, but think she is being facetious - in our house we have similar humor and love our children very much. But the fact remains sometimes they are obnoxious or gross or make us very physically uncomfortable (like pubic symphysis dysfunction and extra long labors, oh joy ;) ). A little loving, jokingly applied insult doesn't mean we love or want them any less. Not every family interacts that way, but I wouldn't read too much into what Katie wrote other than minor frustration over the food issues. Thank you, exactly this. SaveSave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 I believe you posted many times previously about begging and pleading with your dh to have another baby, yes? I am having a hard time understanding why now you keep referring to him or her as "stupid baby" because you are having morning sickness over coffee. Oh geez. Lighten up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Today I told a kid if they didn't quit annoying their brother I'd rip their arm off and beat them with it. Pretty sure by the way he giggled (and started using his foot instead 🙄 ) that no one actually thinks it's likely. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted August 28, 2016 Author Share Posted August 28, 2016 Thank you, Murphy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwickimom Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 Have you tried Teeccino? It's an herbal coffee that is heavenly. It's brewed just like coffee. I quit coffee cold turkey after drinking it for over 20 years by replacing it with this tea. I love the vanilla nut. Tastes just like coffee to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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