First day fully with no pills

[Amanda270]

I m managing somehow right now but last night the s#!+ hit the fan my legs were.out of control. Had to take the day off work any advice on how to subdue the leg symptoms

[lulu747]

Amanda...

You are doing the right things and the only concern is obviously your b/f and the pills...But you know that.  Do you have other support while you go through this incase the mental stuff proves too much?  Bananas and Hylands really helped my RLS...as did walking, yoga stretches, hot baths (sorry you don't have one but hot showers can work) and massaging my calf muscles with Tiger Balm (Asian)  Hydrate.  Take deep breaths....Be kind to yourself....Proud of you...Lu

[bettermomma]

Wow, everybody! I'm extremely proud of all of you! I'm almost to 40 days clean and I have to admit reading your posts made me remember, how unfortunate it is to go through all of this, but you must remember, your will power is what drives you and this is for you and you alone. Yes it is self and yes it s*class, but you will eventually reach "normal" again. It may take a lil while, but in the end when this is all over your body will thank you in so many ways. Like I was advised, please seek after care as well, because it is very important if you wanna get clean and stay clean.
Best wishes - bettermomma

[littlebit010101]

Hi Amanda....sorry all i have is my phone and don't always have service everywhere.....I'm sorry your feeling so bad....you asked how long and I really don't want to tell you my experience but I was on it for way longer and much stronger and higher dosage so mine is way worse than yours...but average they say is 7 days....with three through five being worse....but just remeber the voice and it will give u the strength to push forward.....it takes time but it is very much doable....just don't panic and go with your body and listen to it...I have learned so much from my own body now that i can actually hear it....i don't take anythink now not even natural stuff....just to scared of anything right now....maybe it will pass but i was truly traumatized by my wds......but please please please whatever try to drink.....that's how i ended up in the hospital i couldnt keep anything down....best wishes and we are all here.....

[Amanda270]

How much clean time do you have?

[Amanda270]

Thanks so much for the support guys. I just ate some toast and tool the supplements. I just hope it all stays down now. Yeah I can see the pills in the house being an issue he is walking around with them in his pocket and I hear them clinking. I am soo disgusted I dont even care about them. But I can see when I get back to life normal, sobor with the stresses it can def be a problem. He said he is def quitting after his surgery. So at least I know its only a matter of time until there not in the house anymore.  

I can only imagine the depression that sets in but, know that you are on the right path and at least it can get better now. Using assures it will only get worse. XOXOXOXO

[lulu747]

Hi Amanda...I know it's rough and day one can mess with you in all sorts of ways but hey-you're doing this and that's awesome!  I echo all the good advice given above and will add to have your b/f pick up some melatonin and valerian root (health food store) if you aren't on antidepressants...Melatonin helps with sleep (you have to take it at sundown) and valerian is nature's valium....Also-listening to music really helped me on my worst days....Try it out.  We're here for whatever you need....Lu