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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. Thank you for your comments. They really did make me feel better. I have done a lot of research, and it is true that listeria contaminates raw ground beef. I'm not saying that to belittle any of the comments above. I just want others to know that before they dig into a hamburger that hasn't been cooked to well done. Ground meat should be cooked to 165 degrees F. Medium rare steak is a different story - the bacteria lives on the outside, and when the edges are seared, the bacteria is killed. Healthy bodies are able to fight off the bug with no issues. The problem is with compromised immune systems, such as in pregnancy. And unborn babies have practically zero immune system, so they are extremely susceptible. I realize that it very rare to get it, even then. It just depends on what happens when it enters the body. I really just wanted to hear - "I ate it, and we turned out okay." Yes, I have anxiety. I do see a therapist regularly. I have been unable to take medication (4+ years TTC, remember?). That will totally change once our family is complete. I have a hormone deficiency that contributes to both my anxiety and fertility issues. I appear to be like any other normal functioning person. I hold down a decent job. When I've told my doctor about my anxiety in the past, she just sort of pat me on the shoulder and said it can't possibly be as bad as I project. It's disappointing, really. I paid for therapy out of pocket until my insurance decided to cover it. I feel bad for people who don't have that option. My DH is fabulous. He has known me for all of my adult life, and he's very sensitive to my fears. He grew up vegetarian, so he's used to it, and we have dabbled in vegetarianism before. And, just to make another thing clear - the last two mcs were chromosome related. We don't know the cause of the first one, but I can tell you I was over-the-moon excited and not nearly as anxious. I am not a troll. Just a real-life woman who has a wanted to be a mother for as long as she can remember.[/quote] You still sound like a goddamn psycho. [/quote]
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