September 2014

michellechristine128

Does anyone know how to get the darn ticker to work?? I feel stupid but I seriously can't figure it out. 

EHeintz

I'm feeling a little nervous... I found out I was pregnant on 12/28 after getting a negative test on the morning of 12/25. EDD 9/4. I think I conceived 12/13. 12/25 was supposed to be 2 days before my missed period so I thought the negative test was accurate. I was careful not to have more than 2 holiday beverages in a sitting at first but with all the holiday parties I did have quite a few "sittings" from 12/13-12/25 and then when I got the negative test I wasn't careful at all at family get togethers 12/25-12/28 (had maybe 5 drinks in one sitting on the 26th). Now I'm feeling very regretful. After a week of reading things on the Internet I am starting to get nervous that I hurt the baby. Is anyone else worrying about drinks they had over the holidays before finding out they were pregnant?

JustCricket

@michellechristine128 you put it in your siggy like a picture. so hit the little tree button on the right hand side and then paste the direct link into it.

JustCricket

MermaidsMagic said:

The party just arrived!

Howdy! I'm Mermz for those of you who don't know me. Just got my BFP for baby number 2! I look forward to hanging out with you ladies. 

YAY! SO HAPPY TO SEE YOU HERE!!!!!!!!!!!

Also I decided that I'm totally putting this picture that I have framed in the nursery if we have a baby girl. I thought you'd enjoy the pic!

Edit: forgot to credit the artist. Sara Butcher

https://www.sarabillustration.com/portfolio.html

Lacey88119

My husband and I found out on Christmas morning- our due date is 9/6/14 also. Very excited!!

lesleyn21

Who wants to start a fb page??? Private so the crazies don't come in haha

lesleyn21

Lol @MrsSparklebottom we had a feb 2012 fb page once we were all further along and it went good. In fact I think they still have it. I left it when my son was like 6m but still. I think we only allowed in a certain amount of people then made it private so no one could search. It was only like 40 of us

firefliesandfjords

MrsSparklebottom said:

lesleyn21 said:

Who wants to start a fb page??? Private so the crazies don't come in haha

Bad, bad idea. Just no. All kinds of crazies end up on FB and shit goes down. Really. Don't.

------ Agreed. My month board on the Knot had one and there was so much craziness that a group of us broke off and made an even smaller one. That started drama between the Knot board, the original FB group, and the new one. It got ugly. Then two chicks went all control freak on a bunch of us over a situation involving some people who wanted to help me out when something really bad happened to my husband and I (don't get me wrong, I was grateful, but quite uncomfortable with it at the same time) and a whole bunch of crap went down. I think only a few people are still in the group. Most of us left. A lot of us have become good friends, and some people have even met in person, but I'm not sure I'd ever want to do it again.

bookqueen

Hi everyone! I can't wait for our board to come up, they take forever! My EDD is September 8th and this will be my second. I was previously on the April 2012 board.

lesleyn21

Yea your right lol I'm just being impatient hahaha

LM915

EHeintz said:

I'm feeling a little nervous... I found out I was pregnant on 12/28 after getting a negative test on the morning of 12/25. EDD 9/4. I think I conceived 12/13. 12/25 was supposed to be 2 days before my missed period so I thought the negative test was accurate. I was careful not to have more than 2 holiday beverages in a sitting at first but with all the holiday parties I did have quite a few "sittings" from 12/13-12/25 and then when I got the negative test I wasn't careful at all at family get togethers 12/25-12/28 (had maybe 5 drinks in one sitting on the 26th). Now I'm feeling very regretful. After a week of reading things on the Internet I am starting to get nervous that I hurt the baby. Is anyone else worrying about drinks they had over the holidays before finding out they were pregnant?

Try not to worry.  So many people drink until they get a positive with no issues whatsoever.  It's so early, that you really have nothing to worry about.

bookqueen

Just being annoying and checking my ticker :P

ETA: Didn't work, I hate this. lol

beckynsean11

Hi September moms! I got my BFP yesterday, 9/14/14. I'm still very nervous after losing my first in August. 

Seriously, where the heck is our BMB? 

EHeintz

@zooeygirl1105 & @LM915 Thanks so much for the reassurance. I'm still nervous but it definitely helps to hear people say they think it's nothing to worry about.

missmaddie

Hi all! This is my first pregnancy... and a total surprise. I am so glad there's a forum to tell everyone, since it's not really kosher to go announcing to everyone until you see a doctor. My due date would be early September based on LMP.

missmaddie

Since this is a September board, I'm guessing we're all about the same amount of time along. Is anyone else dealing with insatiable hunger? Is that normal this early on?? I am so hungry, but only breakfast food is appealing to me right now.

firefliesandfjords

@SmileyGirl18 This is very true. I appreciate what you're saying. Like I said, I'm good friends with several of the girls from my wedding month board. I don't know what I'd do without some of them. But everything could've turned out much better if precautions were taken. I just think a lot of FB groups get started too fast without enough caution involved, and that's why they have a bad reputation.

LM915

missmaddie said:

Since this is a September board, I'm guessing we're all about the same amount of time along. Is anyone else dealing with insatiable hunger? Is that normal this early on?? I am so hungry, but only breakfast food is appealing to me right now.

Yes, totally normal!  It's kind of crazy how quickly some symptoms start popping up.

babyd143

Hello Ladies! I am due with #2 on Sept. 8th. 

firefliesandfjords

babyd143 said:

Hello Ladies! I am due with #2 on Sept. 8th. 

I'm September 8th, too! I've seen several so far! Congratulations.

JustCricket

missmaddie said:

Since this is a September board, I'm guessing we're all about the same amount of time along. Is anyone else dealing with insatiable hunger? Is that normal this early on?? I am so hungry, but only breakfast food is appealing to me right now.

ME ME ME! It was only for a few days... and it's better, for now. But it sucks...... It's like you're always hungry... but as soon as you get food in front of you... it's like *blagh* my suggestion is eat what you can eat, when you can eat it. Even if it means small snacks throughout the day.

gr8tmom

I am due 9/13/14. I found out New Years Eve early in the morning and had to keep it a secret from my husband until later that night. 

ChesTal

flyawaycricket said:

missmaddie said:

Since this is a September board, I'm guessing we're all about the same amount of time along. Is anyone else dealing with insatiable hunger? Is that normal this early on?? I am so hungry, but only breakfast food is appealing to me right now.

ME ME ME! It was only for a few days... and it's better, for now. But it sucks...... It's like you're always hungry... but as soon as you get food in front of you... it's like *blagh* my suggestion is eat what you can eat, when you can eat it. Even if it means small snacks throughout the day.

I am the same way! Crazy hungry until the food is ready... then it's just blah, smells bad, and nothing seems appealing. 

For me the worst has been the fatigue, I have never napped so much in my life.

TexasTwinMom

Unpopular opinion? No. Truth. You don't have time for yet another FB group and all the drama it involves. I absolutely refuse to join another and am happy to no longer be in a group. Lots of conflict, unrequested advice, and plenty of judgment - though I will admit I made some amazing friends in my last one and even a couple of local friends.

Love,
Former group member

JustCricket

ChesTal said:

flyawaycricket said:

missmaddie said:

Since this is a September board, I'm guessing we're all about the same amount of time along. Is anyone else dealing with insatiable hunger? Is that normal this early on?? I am so hungry, but only breakfast food is appealing to me right now.

ME ME ME! It was only for a few days... and it's better, for now. But it sucks...... It's like you're always hungry... but as soon as you get food in front of you... it's like *blagh* my suggestion is eat what you can eat, when you can eat it. Even if it means small snacks throughout the day.

I am the same way! Crazy hungry until the food is ready... then it's just blah, smells bad, and nothing seems appealing. 

For me the worst has been the fatigue, I have never napped so much in my life.

I've definitely been napping more lately too. I love it! I normally stay up WAYY too late, but now I fall asleep when my grandpa of a husband falls asleep! (he's not old but he falls asleep early a lot because of his job) I just hope I don't get too much more nap inclined...

kenshiela

Congratulations everyone! Im due on 09/03 & its my first baby!! then our wedding anniversary is on 09/07! Its gna be a Septemberfest!!

mapchick77

@flyawaycricket That mermaid print is gorgeous and would be lovely in a girl's nursery!

SaraPEwell

I know what you mean about the fatigue. I literally can't stay awake past 9:30 and at work I struggle to stay focused after about 3. I have found that drinking TONS of water helps, but then you have to run to the bathroom constantly so I guess I am just trading one issue for another.

Milo5181

My last BMB started a FB group when we were about 6-7 months along. We've lost about a third of the original people, but there are still more than 200 of us going strong and it's amazing friendships. I agree that it's too early for FB but I wouldn't rule it out in a few months.

Groxb

My mood swings have been crazy. Poor Hubby. One minute I'm happy, the next I want to rip his head off....

Hunger hasn't been too bad. No weird cravings yet. Insanely tired, like, all the time.

My worst symptom other than my angel one moment, devil next, are my boobs. I've never had implants...but I'm pretty sure this is what post surgery would feel like...

-Kate

hollster8

I wish my body could tolerate more than gingerale, crackers, and swedish fish.  I feel like this is not a good diet for anyone lol.  I was able to stomach a sandwich today so I guess that's good!

Groxb

hollster8 said:

I wish my body could tolerate more than gingerale, crackers, and swedish fish.  I feel like this is not a good diet for anyone lol.  I was able to stomach a sandwich today so I guess that's good!

Swedish Fish diet FTW! That sounds yummy.

BTW- could anyone help me figure out how to get my signature to show up? Super frustrating.

Cate3312

My worst symptom so far has been being lightheaded. A little nausea & fatigue. Cramping is calming down. Anyone else feeling tipsy? I've been drinking a ton of water (more than usual- it's pretty much the only fluid I drink, sometimes decaf tea or hot cocoa). Almost had to sit down in the middle of the grocery store today!

JustCricket

@groxb - here's a link from the ttgp boards. It helped me set up my siggy! Make sure if you're inserting a ticker you're going to want to insert it like a picture using the direct link

https://forums.thebump.com/discussion/12047702/need-signature-help-click-here/p1

edit-a link would help. lol

hollster8

Groxb said:

hollster8 said:

I wish my body could tolerate more than gingerale, crackers, and swedish fish.  I feel like this is not a good diet for anyone lol.  I was able to stomach a sandwich today so I guess that's good!

Swedish Fish diet FTW! That sounds yummy.

BTW- could anyone help me figure out how to get my signature to show up? Super frustrating.

Ditto to what @flyawaycricket said.  That's what I used to fix my siggy.

Groxb

flyawaycricket said:

@groxb - here's a link from the ttgp boards. It helped me set up my siggy! Make sure if you're inserting a ticker you're going to want to insert it like a picture using the direct link

https://forums.thebump.com/discussion/12047702/need-signature-help-click-here/p1

edit-a link would help. lol

You are my new bestest friend. Thank you!

I'm still trying to get everything centered. I've gone back and pressed the center button a few times now, and even in HTML it shows alignment as centered, but alas. No center.

kenshiela

I know 1st trimester development is crucial, but how do i stay healthy and eat the right way if im nauseous all the time & have that metallic taste in my buds! :-SS

Groxb

@kenshiela - I've read that eating small meals through out the day helps. Hard to do if you're nauseous, but it's good to try. I also read it's good to eat something small before getting out of bed to help curb sickness if it's primarily in the AM. Maybe some saltines and water near your bed?

Would you be able to do a smoothie? Fill it with fruit, veggies and protein and see if that helps.

AbbyAlwan

My symptoms are across the gamut! But Cate3312, I felt so light headed this morning I was afraid to shower by myself. Had to crash into bed a few times.

One day I'm super tired, the next I have insomnia, the next my boobs are like rocks, the next my stomach is cramping (well, that's been constant thanks to our shifting organs), then I'm light-headed. Throw in a few mood swings, and I'm straight up crazy. Trying to love it and live in the moments I'm feeling great, though!

OH, and today my nipples felt like someone had taken a razor and shaved them straight off. Geeesh. What will breastfeeding feel like!? lol

Groxb

AbbyAlwan said:

My symptoms are across the gamut! But Cate3312, I felt so light headed this morning I was afraid to shower by myself. Had to crash into bed a few times.

One day I'm super tired, the next I have insomnia, the next my boobs are like rocks, the next my stomach is cramping (well, that's been constant thanks to our shifting organs), then I'm light-headed. Throw in a few mood swings, and I'm straight up crazy. Trying to love it and live in the moments I'm feeling great, though!

OH, and today my nipples felt like someone had taken a razor and shaved them straight off. Geeesh. What will breastfeeding feel like!? lol

Yes to everything! So awesome knowing we're not alone in this.