August 2019 Moms — The Bump

Product Spotlight: Strollers

cato99 — Mon, 31 Dec 2018 14:14:57 +0000

Happy New Year's Eve! Today's Product Spotlight discussion topic is STROLLERS. This is another item that may feel a bit far out to plan for, but since they're big-ticket items we may be able to jump on post-holiday/New Year's sales and deals!

Any stroller recs and tips and questions would be appreciated in this thread! Do you have a fancy splurgy stroller you love? Eyeing a double stroller and need help picking one? Are you one of those magical people who actually uses their exercise stroller and doesn't just have it collecting dust in a closet? Please share!

Prior and upcoming Product Spotlights

WTF Wednesday 1/2

suzycupcake — Wed, 02 Jan 2019 17:00:37 +0000

Group 1 (Aug. 1-7) Check-In, w/o 12.30.18

deecherise — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 17:52:36 +0000

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days:

Baby is the size of a(n):

Upcoming Appointments:

How are you feeling?:

Rants/Raves:

Questions:

GTKY: What are your goals for 2019?

TMI Tuesday 1/1

suzycupcake — Tue, 01 Jan 2019 16:34:29 +0000

Ask A STM w/o 12/24

suzycupcake — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 19:23:41 +0000

FTMs asking any and all questions of STMs!

GTKY: New Years Resolutions

olivemomma — Tue, 01 Jan 2019 14:53:09 +0000

So what is everyone aiming for in the New Year??

FTM Check-In, 01.01.19

deecherise — Tue, 01 Jan 2019 17:01:35 +0000

Happy New Year!

EDD/Weeks + Days/size of baby?

How are you feeling?

What did you do for NYE? Did you miss the booze?

What are you looking forward to (outside of welcoming your LO) this year?

Symptoms Month of December

database6 — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 01:19:41 +0000

*edited to monthly thread instead of weekly*

Hi August moms!

What’s your due date:
What are your symptoms:

What’s your due date: 8/5
What are your symptoms: crazy sore boobs here, still crampy and very bloated. I know it’s not technically showing, but my family is going to have questions if the bloat doesn’t calm down!! I have a little bit of nausea here and there but nothing serious. Curious as to what others are noticing and how they are dealing! Also, any STMs, I don’t remember from my previous pregnancy if the bloat gets better before you start showing? Hoping it does?

High Risk Pregnancy Check-in, W/O 1/1-1/7

lhill500 — Tue, 01 Jan 2019 14:24:44 +0000

Hello, I'm Leslie and this is the first time I've hosted this thread. With my firstborn I had a pulmonary embolism at 31 weeks, so I was on blood thinners for the rest of my pregnancy and induced at 39 weeks.

For this pregnancy, I live in a different state and my first appointment isn't until January 10th. My provider doesn't know my medical history, so even though I've sent my records they won't see me earlier than that.

Last week I got a really strange mystery rash followed by several days of extreme joint pain. I went to the ER where they told me I probably just had a virus.

I'm just kinda worried about my health and paranoid that I'm not going to get blood thinners for some reason. I have no reason to believe that but I'm worried.

I hope all is well with you. Check in here.

UOs 12/27

WinchesterGirl — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 03:12:08 +0000

I'm so sorry guys, I completely forgot to post this earlier!

Error

holly363 — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 05:09:13 +0000

I don't know how to delete this please help!

Random Chatter w/o 12/17

moon1417 — Mon, 17 Dec 2018 15:13:17 +0000

It's Monday. I just needed one more day.

Baby Deals of the Week of 12/30

Twinkiedoll — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 17:01:20 +0000

Nordstrom Rack has 25% clearance. Some Aden by Aden and Anais swaddle blankets on sale.

Also this special edition origami print Skiphop diaper bag for $25: https://www.nordstromrack.com/shop/product/2530325/skip-hop-duo-special-edition-origami-diaper-bag

free shipping over $100

Group 2 (August 8th-14th) Check-In: w/o 12/30

suzycupcake — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 22:54:30 +0000

Est. Due Date / Weeks + Days:

Baby is the size of a(n):

Upcoming Appointments:

How are you feeling?:

Rants/Raves:

Questions:

GTKY—What is your hobby?

I have become one with my couch

rockymtnmama11 — Mon, 31 Dec 2018 04:46:34 +0000

I am 8 weeks and feel like a gassy slug!! Some days I can barely make it off the couch I’m so exhausted and nauseous. I know how important activity is and I plan to get moving in the second tri - I just do not have it in me right now! I feel guilty and squishy 😞 any other mamas feel me on this one?!

Group 2 (August 8th-14th) Check-In: w/o 12/23

hey_clever_girl — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 11:51:43 +0000

Est. Due Date / Weeks + Days:

Baby is the size of a(n):

Upcoming Appointments:

How are you feeling?:

Rants/Raves:

Questions:

GTKY—What gift is #1 on your Christmas wish list this year (if you celebrate Christmas)?:

Group 3 (August 15th-23rd) Checkin: w/o 12/23

suzycupcake — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 14:22:15 +0000

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days:

Baby is the size of a(n):

Upcoming Appointments:

How are you feeling?:

Rants/Raves:

Questions:

GTKY: Do you have any special announcements planned? Tell us about it!

December Appointments Thread

database6 — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 15:40:20 +0000

Tell us about your appointments here! Any questions or concerns you have, and how it went!

This will switch to a weekly thread later, but it’s still early for us and I know a lot of us ladies don’t have appointments until January.

Mental Health Discussion 12.19.18

smmatt08 — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 14:56:18 +0000

Whether it’s grief, depression, anxiety, or some complex and overwhelming situation, this thread is for talking it out and getting some support. Use it whenever and however you need it. Answer the questions below, start your own conversation, let US support YOU! (Any and all feedback on formatting is appreciated. Also, weigh in on frequency of this thread!)

How are you feeling this week?

Is anything bothering you? Any stressful things happening or coming up?

What are you doing to take care of YOU this week?

What are your goals for the next week?

Questions/comments/concerns?

Group 4 Check In (August 24-31) W/O 12/23

wanderlustsoul — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 13:36:29 +0000

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days:

Baby is the size of a(n):

Upcoming Appointments:

How are you feeling?:

Rants/Raves:

Questions:

GTKY: What are your holiday plans? What is on your wish list for Christmas (if you celebrate)?

FFFC 12/28

MollyH1987 — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 15:04:22 +0000

AMA Check-In 12/19-12/26

suzycupcake — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 20:15:38 +0000

Due date/W+D:

Age?

FTM/STM/TTM, etc?:

Any appointments? Questions?:

Rants/Raves?:

Any specific AMA concerns?

GTKY: Who was your celebrity crush as a teenager?

GTKY: Favorite book of all time

olivemomma — Tue, 18 Dec 2018 14:41:40 +0000

I have noticed we have a lot of readers in our group: so what is everyone’s all time favorite book/recommendations on must reads!

PGAL wo 12/24/17

denma2015 — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:09:51 +0000

1. How many weeks are you?

2. Previous loss(es)?

3. How are you feeling? Emotionally and physically?

4. Any appointment updates?

5. Rants/Raves/Questions?

6. Any milestones coming up?

7. GTKY? Favorite holiday tradition and do you plan on starting any new ones for baby?

Group 2 (August 8th-14th) Checkin: w/o 12/16

suzycupcake — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 20:53:13 +0000

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days:

Baby is the size of a(n):

Upcoming Appointments:

How are you feeling?:

Rants/Raves:

Questions:

GTKY: What is your ideal date night?

Group 1 (Aug. 1-7) Check-in, w/o 12.23

deecherise — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 13:47:28 +0000

EDD/ W+D?

Upcoming appointments?

How are you feeling?

Rants/Raves/Questions?

GTKY: If you could ask Santa for anything (non baby related) this holiday season, what would it be?

Why My SO Is A . . .

suzycupcake — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 16:19:22 +0000

Fill in the blank and tell us all the things!

FTM Check-In, w/o 12.23.18

deecherise — Wed, 26 Dec 2018 15:51:38 +0000

Hey ladies! I'm a day late but hoping you'll forgive me.

Estimated due date/gestational age?

Size of baby?

What's the oddest or most annoying symptom(s) you've noticed this week?

Rants/Raves?

Any questions?

GTKY: What new movies/TV shows are you looking forward to getting into?

Why am I Crying? 12.21.18

deecherise — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 10:13:09 +0000

Hey, ladies! Hormones got you blue?

Or maybe things would just be better if your coworkers/SO/well-meaning friends would leave you the f**k alone. It's all good, let it out here!

WTF Wednesday

suzycupcake — Wed, 26 Dec 2018 18:08:40 +0000

Because Monday is gone and we need another day to bitch about all things bitch about-a-ble.

Product Spotlight: Baby Carriers

cato99 — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:39:20 +0000

Hi all! For today's Product Spotlight, let's talk Baby Carriers!

I know people may not be checking in as much this week with the holiday season upon us, so I'm sure we will revisit this topic, but these could be nice items to pick up on post-holiday sales, so please share your favorites!

Prior and upcoming Product Spotlights

Talk me off the ledge

lockhartr87 — Wed, 26 Dec 2018 22:17:42 +0000

I'm 6 weeks based off my last period date. I did not receive a positive test until I was a week late. I got my hcg level back today and its only at 146. Even if I did ovulate late I feel like this number is still crazy low.

My tests really dont seem to be changing. I went for the 2nd draw today, it'll be an agonizing wait to get a call.

Appointments Thread, December

WinchesterGirl — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 15:51:39 +0000

Hi ladies, come and discuss your appointments, questions for appointments, etc. Here! Feel free to go free-form & check back in to tell us how it went.

When is your first appointment?

Any questions for the doctor?

Monday B*fest, Christmas Eve Edition

WinchesterGirl — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:46:30 +0000

Just because it's holly jolly up in here doesn't mean there isn't something you need to get off your chest.

STM Check-In w/o 12/22

suzycupcake — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 00:59:11 +0000

How far along are you? How big is baby?

How old is/are you other kid(s)?

Nails and fails from this week:

Rant/Rave/Dear Diary:

GTKY: What do you do to unwind and relax?

Random Chatter w/o 12/24

moon1417 — Wed, 26 Dec 2018 14:55:34 +0000

sooo sorry for the delay. It’s been non stop since Sunday!! I’m finally slowing down and realized I haven’t logged into the bump in a few days!! Hope everyone had a great Christmas!!!

TTGP Grad Check-In 12/20-12/26/18

Avrilmai — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 23:09:36 +0000

Thought we could start out with some structure and then just go with the flow.

This is a check in for grads of the TTGP board. If you were a contributing member, please check in and let us know how it's going!
@suzycupcake @smmatt08 @oklahomak @celticknotfire @kels0091 @purplg8r
If I missed anyone, I apologize please tag.

How far along are you?

Anyone have an appointment this week?

Cravings/Symptoms?

Rants/Raves/Randoms?

Questions?

GTKY: Any holiday plans/traditions you're looking forward to?

Plus Size Mom Check-In 12/19

suzycupcake — Wed, 19 Dec 2018 20:08:12 +0000

A place for plus-size moms to talk about anything and everything!

What is your estimated due date and how far along are you?

How are you feeling? What are your symptoms? Any anxiety?

How are you doing with activity and nutrition?

What are your questions, comments, and/or concerns?

**Ladies, we need a volunteer to post this once per week on Wednesdays. You can also let us know on the board organization pinned post if you want this place to be once per week or once per month. You also don't have to have a check-in if you don't want it.**

Good morning

jenniferrogers2018 — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 12:14:54 +0000

2nd time mom, edd 8/16/19. Our son will be 13 years old in Feb. Have had 3 losses with the last loss in may this summer. Praying this sticks and we have our rainbow. Feeling so blessed. Take care and have a very Merry Christmas!

My Goodbye TW

emeraldduchess — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 02:58:03 +0000

Hi ladies,
Sadly, I have to say goodbye. After spending 5 hours in the emergency room on Monday, my doctor's office confirmed today that I experienced an early miscarriage (5 weeks). DH and I are heartbroken, but we are not going to give up. I was only here for about a week, but I enjoyed being a part of this group and I will miss you all. I wish every one of you the best.