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Posted 9/30/2015 9:48 AM (GMT -5)
I am finally reaching what I would consider the end stage with my Lyme disease. My levels are almost down to normal (TGF beta and C4a). Once I get my inflammation markers down, how soon after can I start trying for a baby?

Me and my husband are anxious to start a family, however we have been holding off until I am healthy. I understand that Lyme can be transferred from mother to child, so I wanted to be sure that I am healthy before we start trying to get pregnant.

Any mothers/fathers out there that have had Lyme and healthy babies?

Hoping for some positive news! :)
Posted 9/30/2015 11:30 AM (GMT -5)
HI ansay,

This is a tough question. I would say def. talk to your lyme dr and get their opinion #1. I unexpectedly became pregnant 7 months after I quit antibiotics. During those 7 months I was still on herbs/vitamins to help my body bounce back. Of course I was terrified about the lyme while I was preggers. I did not take antibiotics. I ate really healthy, took vitamins, minimal very mild and safe herbs like echinacea. My son is jeez 8 months old now? Healthy, normal, lyme PCR test negative. Just my experience. SOOOO happy that you are at the end of treatment. :)

~beth
Posted 9/30/2015 1:03 PM (GMT -5)
Thank you so much for your reply, Beth! I think I'm at the end of my treatment, however that's just my guess vs. the doctor's perspective. I am not on any antibiotics, just herbals, CBD Oil and an anti-virus medication. I really want to start a family soon, however I will wait as long as I need to to be healthy for myself and my baby.

So glad to hear your little one is doing so well!! You give me hope for a healthy pregnancy...hopefully very soon! :)
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