Swine Flu

So I am feeling bad for freaking out all over my sister who is living with us right now. Apparently she went to visit her ex in Seattle to get some stuff the other day and he just called to let her know he has the swine flu now. She's been sick for the last few days and thinks she might have it as well. Instead of being cool about it though I immediately went into oh God what about my pregnancy mode informinjg her to go back to her room and stay there for the love of.....! I also totally freaked her out by stating that SF is at a much higher risk for pregnant women and can cause death for mom and baby. I also went off on her ex although I know he didnt do anything on purpose. I know I overreacted but I can't exactly go up and sit with her and I'm still mad damnit! Talk me down with your common sense please. 


Note- So she just took off to a friends house even though I did tell her to stay home. I tried to tell her it was no big deal and that she should stay in her room until she can get tested. Otherwise she's just risking getting her friend sick. But, if the women in my family are anything, its melodramatic! Sigh. Oh well. She a big girl I guess.

I hope that things have calmed down and your sister came home. While it may not be the best way to have reacted I would have done the same thing lol It is the overprotective Mom-to-be mode!

MAybe put a call into your OB and just mention that you were exposed and see what they say.

I agree, call your OB. They may want to treat you prophylactically.

Melissa