April 2016 Moms — The Bump

When will you announce?

loveymay — Fri, 24 Jul 2015 12:30:20 +0000

Im exactly 4 weeks today and I just want to shout it from a mountain top, lol! But because its still so early, DH and I are planning on waiting a few more weeks before telling our parents. Im hoping I can wait till after my first appointment with my doctor. In the meantime, Ive been scouring Pinterest and Etsy for fun ways to spill the beans. Has anyone else announced yet? If not, when do you plan on announcing?

Anyone else lightheaded?

ekneipp — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 21:18:30 +0000

From my first pregnancy I don't remember being so lightheaded as a symptom. It looks pretty normal when I google it, along with some workable remedies. But just wondering if anyone has or is experiencing it and what you have found works. Thanks!

Possible announcement (need input)

St0v3s — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 04:21:30 +0000

So I want to do something similar to this to announce our pregnancy. We will most likely have canvas that will catch the extra paint which will reveal the words "we're expecting". My questions are do you think it would be stupid and do you think people will think that this baby is a rainbow baby?

Baby #2...

[Deleted User] — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 15:53:33 +0000

Hi Ladies!

I just got my BFP for baby number two (estimated 4/6)! Our first born daughter is three (May baby) and this one was planned. I'm a teacher and a wedding photographer so we were playing the date game as I already have weddings scheduled for March and May (and the May one is going to be amazing!) and this was best case. Fingers crossed all goes as planned!

I'm sad I'll miss out on the rest of the summer fun.... but it's only 9 wee little months right?!

Any ladies out there do Group Power or Body Pump type classes? Not sure if I should keep doing Group Power or hold off for a few weeks? It's the motions like clean and jerks that make me nervous. Otherwise I'm a lifter and a runner and am determined to NOT gain 65 pounds with this one. DE-TER-MINED.

I look forward to "meeting" you ladies and wish you all a happy and healthy nine!!!

Opinions?

nikkiiheat — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 16:58:47 +0000

I know it's incredibly early. My daughter is now 3, so I'm having a hard time remembering everything. I know I had implantation bleeding with her but I can't for the life of me remember the amount of time it was that I experienced it & when my next period was due. From everything I've read this seems too soon to be implantation bleeding. But, my cycles & ovulation dates are obviously possibly different from what the app says. Of course if I don't start my period, I will be taking a test. I just thought I'd ask here (my what would be due date month if I were to be pregnant) fingers crossed for baby #2! If not, there is always next month. :)

hello

attagirl1113 — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 11:48:06 +0000

Hello everybody :) I just found out I'm exp ed cting #3 with my hubby of 5 years. We have a soon to be 2 year old and 4 year old.

Intro!

Rainbowheart — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 00:55:49 +0000

Hi all! I am super excited to join you all on the April 2016 board. We have one little already who is 2. We have had 3 miscarriages this year while trying for baby #2( in October, January, and April). So I am super anxious about this pregnacy and hope that this little one is our take home baby. This baby is due April 2, 2016!

Ticker Change Tuesday 7/28

St0v3s — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 11:28:20 +0000

*Today marks the beginning of a new week for you and baby* Due Date: Symptoms: Rants/Raves/Stories: Questions for the group: GTKY: What's your dream job?

Hello! Baby #2 on board!

melandyga — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 19:48:18 +0000

Hey everyone! I got my BFP Sunday and again yesterday. My DD will be 2 on Sept. 5th. We were planning to try beginning in July, so that we could possibly have a due date that would allow my husband (who's a teacher) to be on summer break while I'm on maternity leave. We went off the BC in June and BOOM! I never imagined it would happen so fast this time around.

We haven't told anyone yet. We ordered a "Big Sister" Elsa shirt from Amazon Prime which should be here tomorrow. We hope to get DD wearing it saying "Big Sister" on video to announce it to our parents sometime this weekend. It stinks being mum about it, but it's good we have each other to talk to!

I just hope I have a smoother birth week than we did with DD! She was due on the Tuesday after Labor Day. On Labor Day, my husband decided to cut grass around 5pm. His foot slipped under the lawn mower and almost cut his big toe off! I jumped up and ran outside when he screamed and ended up falling on my elbow on my way out the door, fracturing it! DH had emergency surgery Monday night and I was induced on Wednesday evening because of my BP and having protein in my urine. On Thursday, our beautiful baby girl was born! We went from being perfectly healthy on Monday to having to have my mom or his mom with us for about a week and a half since DH couldn't walk and I was only supposed to use one arm. Luckily, my fracture wasn't too bad and I healed pretty quickly. Looking back, I probably did more than I should with it, but I had a new born!

So that's my story! You can only imagine the teasing we get now that everyone's all better - "You'll never have another kid if you have to do all THAT again." The good news is that DH's only sign of the incident is "frankentoe;" it's not pretty, but it works. He had to have a wound vac, a skin graft, and a knee scooter, but we survived! LOL

We are going to Disney in September, so I'm going to wait a few more weeks before I switch some of our Fastpass+ reservations - no Rock 'n Roller Coaster for me! Luckily, his parents are going, so we'll just let his dad ride the big rides and I'll be joining DD and grandma for more Elsa and Ariel! I hope to do our pregnancy announcement there, too!

Sup A16!

Brandi81012 — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 00:03:56 +0000

Hi! I have been waiting a few days for the board to be made! I am due with #2 April 4th! A little about myself: I am a pediatric RN at the Children's Hospital in Nebraska. DH and I have an almost 20month old DD. We have two pups a 3 year old Viszla and a 9 month German Shorthair. We love to be outside and love our Husker's! Can't wait to get to know all you ladies!

Intro!

missssaramarie — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 03:42:51 +0000

Hello! My name is Sara and I got my bfp last Tuesday. The line was super light and it kept getting darker over the next few days. My husband didn't believe me so I finally ponied up and bought a digital test. I think he has finally come to his senses We have been married for 7 years and we have a two and a half year old little girl born on Halloween. I am a high school teacher in Colorado and my husband works for a collectibles company. We are still in shock that we are going to be adding another! My due date is April 6. Hooray spring babies!

Intro

albre113 — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 18:01:21 +0000

Hello! I posted in the “anyone here yet” thread, but figured I should do an intro. BFP was on 7/25, due date is 4/4!

Little bit about me: DH and I have been married 5 years; we have a 19 month old son and a 6 year old shepherd mix. I am a certified vet tech for the humane society and my husband is a chemist.

Looking forward to getting to know you all J

Intro

shortyjrose — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 07:25:47 +0000

Hi, my name is Jen. I'm terrified and shocked to be here. It's been a rough journey getting a BFP but we did it. This will be our 3rd pregnancy 1st baby. I work in sales and DH is a restaurant Manager. I can't wait to meet everyone. :-h

Intro

arbella723 — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 17:01:26 +0000

Hi all! I got my BFP on July 23, which was actually my birthday, so that was an awesome surprise. Me and my husband have been married a little over 2 years and this would be our first. We couldn't be more excited!! Turns out my sister is pregnant too, she's two weeks ahead of me so we get to do this together! So glad to have this community to reach out to because I know I'm going to have a lot of questions!

Oh hai!

JayBzo — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 18:15:55 +0000

Hey ladies... I hate intros, but here goes. Due for baby #2 April 4th! DS is about 14 mos old - yikes, 2u2! Still not grasping that I am pregnant so I just keep testing. Yep, still positive! A little nervous and a lot scared, but we'll survive! DS was a preemie so I am high risk this time, so this will be a different journey for sure.

Morning Sickness Already?

loveymay — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 17:12:02 +0000

Yesterday I felt a little nauseous on and off throughout the day, but I thought it was because I had eaten such a huge dinner the night before. But today I've been feeling it pretty much constant since I ate lunch. I am only 4 weeks 4 days, and didn't think this would start till 6+ weeks ( according to my dirty lurking on the March '16 board). I think I might try to get some crackers and carbonated water to see if that helps during the day. Anybody else experiencing this yet and/or have any nausea remedies? I'm training this week at work, and have basically zero alone time...it makes it difficult when the nausea hits, yikes! :|

Prenatal vitamins

jen f — Sun, 26 Jul 2015 13:35:51 +0000

Looking for a prenatal vitamin that will be gentle on the stomach. Any preferred brands?

Looks like I belong here!

imrachellea — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 15:04:59 +0000

Well, I got a very faint BFP this morning, verified about 10 minutes ago and already the line was darker! So it looks like I can officially join you ladies here! EDD as of LMP puts us at April 6th!

Little about me, DH and I have been married 4 years, we're both teachers, our DD is almost 20 months old, we have a 3.5 year old Yellow Lab, I'm a CrossFitter, and I love cooking, baking, and making lists

I'm so excited to be here, happy and healthy 9 months to all!

Monday Check-In

AliSummer — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 14:17:37 +0000

Due Date:

Symptoms:

Rants/Raves/Stories:

Questions for the group:

GTKY: I'm sure we could all use some relaxation. What is your favorite vacation destination?

Hi April Moms!

orangegoggles — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 18:04:40 +0000

Hi ladies! I received my BFP Wednesday at 10 dpo and have a due date of April 4th. I have a history of mc and had 3 before having my son who is now 2 1/2. So... I'm cautiously excited! Looking forward to getting to know everyone.

GTKY: How did you tell your SO?

St0v3s — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 23:24:05 +0000

Well I had this extra cute ideal planned out but it didn't happen that way at all. After my third test (2 blue dye and 1 digital) I came out the bathroom and just stood there. He asked me what it said and I just broke down in tears and said We're Pregnant.

Intro

Gretchen1771 — Sat, 25 Jul 2015 22:51:03 +0000

Hello! Popping over from TTGP, where I was still pretty new . I am hoping this is baby #1 for us! He/she will be joining some fur babies. This was my first fertile month since my D&C in January and what better way to celebrate than a BFP I really didn't think my body was going to allow it this month, so what a wonderfully shocking surprise! Just praying this one is extra sticky and strong. Looking forward to meeting everyone!

Check in/GTKY!

CCLow87 — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 12:41:42 +0000

Due Date:

Biggest fear about labor:

Any symptoms yet:

Questions for the group:

Best "baby" themed gif:

favorite books on the topic of pregnancy or childbirth

TKtravels — Fri, 24 Jul 2015 23:15:45 +0000

I know that for many of us, the pee may not even be dry on the wondfos yet.

Regardless, has anyone started reading any pregnancy-related books yet? Any BTDT mamas have something they'd recommend? Or something they found worthless and best to be avoided?

I read A LOT during my last pregnancy, but I'm always looking for new reads for my list.

Sunday Check In

St0v3s — Sun, 26 Jul 2015 11:28:41 +0000

Due Date: Any symptoms yet: Rants/Raves/Stories: Questions for the group: If you could have dinner with one person dead or alive who would it be

Friday GTKY

alyshamarie007 — Fri, 24 Jul 2015 13:12:07 +0000

Due Date:

Which pregnancy is this for you?

What do you do for a living?

Where are you from?

Favorite 80's movie?

hello (an introduction)

TKtravels — Fri, 24 Jul 2015 23:12:32 +0000

Hi ladies.

I had three squinters this morning, so I'm hoping it's safe to say I go here now.

I'm 10dpo, EDD 5 April.

I look forward to getting to know you all!

Yes or No?!

finnybooboo — Sat, 25 Jul 2015 16:42:28 +0000

First response attached. Also took a clear blue electronic but it read Not Pregnant. My due date would be around April 1. What do you think?

Intro!

AliSummer — Fri, 24 Jul 2015 00:42:22 +0000

Hi! I got my BFP today! My DD is March 31st, I hope you don't mind if I hang out here.

I'm 33 and DH is 35. I already have an 11 year-old son, so it's been a long time since my last pregnancy. I don't feel very pregnant yet

Why, hello there!

WinchestertoPittsburgh — Fri, 24 Jul 2015 10:27:26 +0000

Good morning! I'm officially moving over after having my BFP arrive around 4am... DH and I are early risers and very impatient people

I've been really active over on TTGP and haven't yet announced it there. I'm waiting for their TWW thread to open up. I'm going to miss them a ton, but hopefully i'll see many of those gals here soon!

Anyhoo. Hello! I'm Missy! DH is Solomon and we are pregnant after having a loss this past May. Hope our time here is great!

Intro

heim0117 — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 03:10:30 +0000

Hi all! I got my positive test result on Monday morning and it has been a whirlwind of a week! I'm hoping I get to stay in this month! The doctors have a concern that I may have an ectopic pregnancy after seeing my ultrasound, but we won't know for sure until I get a blood test back tomorrow. I am praying that this is a healthy pregnancy. I have a 13-month old who just learned to walk so she keeps me on my toes! Excited to start this journey with all of you!

Ignore this one!!! Can't delete. :(

CCLow87 — Thu, 23 Jul 2015 12:45:13 +0000

Ignore - ignore - ignore. lol

Due Date: March 28 or April 1

Biggest fear about labor: My first was breech, so I had a paralyzing fear with my second that she wouldn't turn head down. Ever. Well, she did. But I have a feeling that fear will carry over to this baby.

Any symptoms yet: Pregnancy brain (forgetting things), exhaustion, gas/bloat, VIVID dreams, I've had two SLIGHT bouts of m/s.. but nothing that's really a big deal.

Questions for the group:

Best "baby" themed gif:

BFP!

cm006j — Mon, 20 Jul 2015 15:25:01 +0000

I am 9 DPO and this morning I got a faint positive! I was trying so hard to wait til at least 10 dpo but with my temperature higher than ever for the last couple of days I was feeling pretty confident (I track with OvuView. It's super shiny).

This is so huge for me. I have never been pregnant before. I'm 33 and my husband and I have been trying for a little over two years. I was diagnosed with PCOS towards the beginning of this journey and I've been working really hard on changing my diet. I used the book Womancode and it fixed my cycles and made this possible! I didn't do any interventions and the only medication I'm on is a thyroid one.

I know it's super early yet but just the fact that we got to this point is such a blessing. I can't believe that after two years it can just happen. Just like that.

It's great to meet you all and I can't wait to hear more positive stories!

Intro!

jkg0527 — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 17:24:54 +0000

Hey ladies! Just want to introduce myself. My name is Jodie, l got my bfp Sunday and am super excited for baby #2! I'm also super nervous to make our little girl split her time with us, but I know she will be a great big sister! I still speak to so many mommas from my first board and I can't wait to learn more about you all!

BFP :)

jen f — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 18:57:14 +0000

I couldn't wait and decided to take a test today instead of waiting for missed af. And it was positive!! Due date is April 1st based off my LMP

BFP!!! Woohooo!!

yls2011 — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 03:12:26 +0000

Glad others are on the board! Got my first faint BFP yesterday, and a bit darker today. Based on my O date, I'm due April 1.

It feels so surreal. We were only trying for 2 months, but have had BOB forever!

Removed at user request

HisPromisIsTrue — Mon, 20 Jul 2015 15:01:41 +0000

Sorry, it won't let me delete the post. A user asked that this be removed and instead posted over at ttc .... I apologize for letting my excitement get away with me. Here is the original post information as an FYI since I can't delete the whole thing: Subject: April seems like a good time to have a baby! Lets hear from future baby mommas waiting for BFP body: First month of trying .... and hopeful for an April baby . If we conceived when I ovulated, we potentially have a 4/8/16 due date . Praying for #2

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