I have had hypothyroid for about 2 years. I use to have hyperthyroid until i took the iodine pill to kill it off. (wish i never would have done that) I felt way better having hyperthyroid than hypothyroid. it has really made a big impact in my life. I feel really tired all the time, so sleepy, loss of interest in everything, specially my sex life. dark circles are more noticeable. I just look extremely tired all the time, even if i get a good night sleep, i wake up extremely tired. I hate it!! I do check my blood every 3 months. i'm also 3 months pregnant with my 3rd child, and i am very very nervous. I know everything will be fine, if i take my medicine like i'm suppose to. I'm just so scared to gain soo much weight. at 3 months I have gain 5 pounds. for me that is a lot, considering my weight range is from 125-128. I just feel really bloated and just plain fat.... with my previous pregnancies it was totally different i would start gaining weight around 5-6 months. i just hope i can loose the weight after giving birth. 8-|