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classicstar28

Happy Wednesday, ladies!!  I hope you are all doing well today! 



Lots of love to @anymax and Lena!  I hope the cytotec helps get things going today and you meet your sweet little girl soon!

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One more week down and that much closer to meeting our sweet LO's!

Just a reminder that this is a weekly check-in for those of us who start a new week of pregnancy today. If you are new, please feel free to jump in, give us your EDD, and welcome! 

How far along are you/fruit/EDD? 

How are you feeling? Symptoms?

Any appointments coming up? Anything you need T&P for? 

GTKY:  What is your ultimate dream vacation?

dragonfly1809

I would like to join this check-in ...late to the party.

17 weeks today!!! Due February 5th, but due to a schedule repeat C-section we're expecting a mid-January baby.
Baby is the size of an onion

Feeling a bit better now. Nausea has hung around a lot longer this time. Blah. Hungry all the time, sleeping like a log.

Appointment coming up on the 5th. Hoping to get my Anatomy Scan booked then. Nervous but excited.

T&Ps for the month of September. I've been so emotional lately. (For those on mobile) I gave birth to our son, Finn, on September 18, 2013 perfectly healthy, strong, and alert.. We lost him unexpectedly during his tenth night. Just unimaginable.., this grief changes everything.
As his birthday approaches I'm growing more numb.., so proud of him, so sad without him. I just don't really know how to handle this.



As for my ultimate vacation, we've been planning a food & wine tour of Italy. Some day DH and I will actually do it.

classicstar28

How far along are you/fruit/EDD? 33 weeks, durian fruit, 10/15

How are you feeling? Symptoms? Well, the weird pain I was having seems to have gone away.  Still having twinges, but I'm now convinced it's just Lilly chillin on a nerve down there.  She's been pretty active, which is comforting.  Except when I left the hospital, the nurse said something about calling if I had more movement than usual.  Is that a thing?  I did ask the NP a few weeks ago if there was movement that I should be concerned about and she said no, so I'm inclined to not worry about it.  I also have just felt kind of "off" since my hospital adventure.  I'm sure I'll feel better in a day or two.

Any appointments coming up? Anything you need T&P for?  Next appointment is on Tuesday morning.  Should be pretty routine.  I just hope my anxiety level goes back down soon.  It's a little better than yesterday, but still way higher than it has been lately.

GTKY:  What is your ultimate dream vacation?  I would love to go on a week long horseback riding adventure in Ireland.  Then, I'd go to France to see Paris, Versailles, Monet's Garden, and the Loire Valley.  I'd take the train down into Switzerland and go to the Alps.  Finally, I'd take a Mediterranean cruise to Italy, Greece, and Croatia.

carlsonbaby2014

@dragonfly1809 - (((((((((HUGS)))))))))) thinking of you and your H as you approach Finn's birthday.  I can't imagine the pain and grief, but want you to know that I will be praying for comfort as the day approaches.  He'll never be forgotten.

@classicstar28 - Again, so sorry about the trip to L&D.  I'm glad you and LO are okay!  Here's to another week .

@mmheartspb - Man, you and I are in the same boat for sleep discomfort, so sorry about that love.  It's NO fun.  If you figure out any good tips and tricks, please share, and I'll do the same .

How far along are you/fruit/EDD? 25 weeks!  Baby is the size of a cauliflower!

How are you feeling? Symptoms?  Ugh.  So. much. trouble. sleeping.  It's painful this way and that, and I have ALL the pillows tucked in here and there and it still doesn't seem to be helping.  BUT.  I told my H that I would go through a thousand nights like this just to know our little guy was doing alright.

Any appointments coming up? Anything you need T&P for? No appointments coming up!

GTKY:  What is your ultimate dream vacation?  My ultimate dream vacation is rather boring, but going someplace not-too-far-from-home where we can bring our dogs and hang out by a serene lake with cute downtown destinations to check out is my kind of dream vacation.  

longcat07

How far along are you/fruit/EDD?
20w / banana / 1/14/15.....half baked!

How are you feeling? Symptoms?
still tired.  i've done this before, and i don't recall being this tired still with DS.  i mean, i had a really busy week+ with LH's parents visiting and being very demanding schedule-wise, plus a wedding over the weekend, but even sleeping as late as i felt i could the past two days haven't made a difference.  oy.  also, the low-back pain has started in a big way, as well as the hip pain at night.  it's been there for a few weeks but not this bad.  yuck.  tylenol does nothing, so i don't bother taking it any more.

Any appointments coming up? Anything you need T&P for?
a/s in two days!  we're waiting to hear back from the bakery about them doing a cake for us.  hoping first and foremost for a healthy baby, of course, but provided that baby isn't modest, we should also know girl or boy by check-in next week.  i didn't find out with DS, so the anticipation is a little different.  of course, as it seems to be with anyone with an impending scan in our AL community, PgAL brain has been making a resurgence.  i opted out of all the testing, and i've been second-guessing that decision now.  really, i just hope everything is ok.

GTKY:  What is your ultimate dream vacation?
i don't know that i have an ultimate dream vacation.  SO and i would love to go to europe to see the belgian F1 grand prix one of these days and make a big trip of it...there's just so much history there.  i'd also love to see ireland and scotland.  i don't know.
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@dragonfly1809 - i'm so sorry about your son.  what a tragic loss.  you and finn will be in my thoughts.  T&P for some peace this coming month.

@classicstar - i've never heard of "too much movement" being a thing, unless you just ate something sugary, lol.  how weird.  i'm glad that pain is letting up.

@mmheartspb - i hear you on the sleeping issues.  we actually have a full memory foam mattress and it doesn't seem to make a difference (other than to make other mattresses unbearable when we're staying away from home).  i might need to get one of those fancy pillows so i have more options for sleeping.

boxermamax2

How far along are you/fruit/EDD? 9 weeks, green olive, April 1

How are you feeling? Symptoms? Exhausted and large/sore boobs. No other symptoms to speak of but I know they come and go. 

Any appointments coming up? Anything you need T&P for? Had my first US on Friday and saw/heard my baby's heartbeat, measuring right on track. My OB wanted to do a followup 2 weeks from the first appt so I have that appt on Tuesday Sept 4. My thyroid results came back good so I don't need a med change. My mom is on hospice which does not make the insomnia/exhaustion any easier but I am hanging in and doing the best to take care of myself and my baby - not much of an appetite especially in the mornings but my family is making sure I eat and take frequent breaks and don't overdo it. T&P for my entire family as we lose my mom after such a struggle with her health over the past 13 years. I can't keep it out of my mind that I am growing a new life as my mom loses hers.I am so sad that my baby will never meet her Nana who is such a strong, brave and amazing lady. 

GTKY:  What is your ultimate dream vacation? Alaskan cruise, Ireland, Greek Isles Scotland, Italy, New Zealand, Australia, Caribbean, Fiji. Think that about covers it

LaRomana09

Hi, mind if I join?  I chickened out the last 2 weeks!

How far along are you/fruit/EDD? 6 weeks, sweet pea, 4/22

How are you feeling? Symptoms?  I am feeling pretty much normal and would love to get some symptoms for reassurance already!

Any appointments coming up? Anything you need T&P for?  One more beta tomorrow, and then my first US is on Tuesday.  I'm pretty anxious about it.

GTKY:  What is your ultimate dream vacation?  Anywhere relaxing with beaches, snorkeling, beaches, and good food!

@dragonfly1809  Sending you lots of (((((HUGS))))) and T&Ps as your approach Finn's birthday.

@classicstar28  I hope your appointment on Tuesday goes great!  I'm glad you and Lilly are doing well.

@mmheartspb  I hope the memory foam topper helps improve your sleep situation.  Your dream vacation sounds like so much fun!  DH and I love a good road trip.

@carlsonbaby2014  I'm sorry you're having such trouble sleeping.  Worth it of course, but still rough.

erinel

dragonfly1809 : Welcome to the Wednesday group   I also lost my son when he was five weeks old after he was born perfectly healthy earlier this year.  I'm sorry for your loss, and have no idea how we will handle our son's birthday.  Good luck.

classicstar28 : I've never heard of too much movement, how strange.  Glad you are feeling her a lot though, that's comforting!

mmheartspb : Glad you're feeling well!

carlsonbaby2014 : Have you tried a body pillow or pregnancy pillow? I love mine, and definitely think it helps me sleep better.          

longcat07 : Good luck at the A/S!

boxermamax2 : I'm sorry that your mom is sick, that must be so hard on you.

LaRomana09 : Welcome to the Wednesday check in!

erinel

How far along are you/fruit/EDD? 

13 weeks/peach/March 4

How are you feeling? Symptoms?

 Feeling good, still tired, but maybe a little better?  Not a lot of symptoms, same as when I was pregnant with our son.  We got our Jack and Jill results back on Monday, and we are having a GIRL!!

Any appointments coming up? Anything you need T&P for? 

No appointments for a couple of weeks, and then just a normal check up.

GTKY:  What is your ultimate dream vacation?

My ultimate vacation had always been to go to the Greek isles, but we have now done that, so I need to come up with a new dream vacation!  There are a lot of places I'd like to go, or go back to, Fiji, Australia, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, and so many more.  We love to travel! 

classicstar28

@dragonfly1809 I'm glad that you are feeling better and yay for your anatomy scan coming up soon!  I am so sorry for the loss of your son.  Lots of (((hugs))) and t&ps for this coming month.

@mmheartspb I'm sorry you are having trouble getting comfortable at night.  I hope you can find something to help with the hip pain whether it's the mattress topper or something else.  DH and I have talked about getting some type of RV and traveling across the country, too!  We are thinking of taking a year to do it when we retire.

@carlsonbaby2014 I completely understand your trouble sleeping.  No amount of pillows seem to help me either.  I'm sorry you are experiencing it, too.  But, you're right that it's worth it even though it is unpleasant right now.

@longcat07 Yay half-baked!!  I'm sorry you are also having aches and pains as well as being so tired.  How exciting to have your a/s so close!  T&Ps that all is great and your LO isn't modest so you can find out what you're having.

@boxermamax2 I'm so glad that your u/s went well and you got to see/hear your LO's heartbeat!  I am so sorry about your mom.  I cannot imagine how hard that must be.  Lots of (((hugs))) and T&Ps for you and your family.

@LaRomana09 Welcome to Wednesday!!  FX for your u/s on Tuesday!!

@erinel Congrats on Team Pink!!

carlsonbaby2014

LaRomana09 said:

Hi, mind if I join?  I chickened out the last 2 weeks!

How far along are you/fruit/EDD? 6 weeks, sweet pea, 4/22

How are you feeling? Symptoms?  I am feeling pretty much normal and would love to get some symptoms for reassurance already!

Any appointments coming up? Anything you need T&P for?  One more beta tomorrow, and then my first US is on Tuesday.  I'm pretty anxious about it.

GTKY:  What is your ultimate dream vacation?  Anywhere relaxing with beaches, snorkeling, beaches, and good food!

@dragonfly1809  Sending you lots of (((((HUGS))))) and T&Ps as your approach Finn's birthday.

@classicstar28  I hope your appointment on Tuesday goes great!  I'm glad you and Lilly are doing well.

@mmheartspb  I hope the memory foam topper helps improve your sleep situation.  Your dream vacation sounds like so much fun!  DH and I love a good road trip.

@carlsonbaby2014  I'm sorry you're having such trouble sleeping.  Worth it of course, but still rough.

Yay!!!  Welcome to the Wednesday check-in @LaRomana09 !!!  I remember telling my H I wished I felt more symptoms like horrible symptoms early on for added reassurance that everything was going okay.  I had a *fairly* easy first trimester, but what I lacked in physical symptoms I made up for in PgAL brain anxiety, so I totally understand where you're coming from.  So many ((((HUGS)))).  One day at a time, love.  I'll be thinking of you over the long weekend and rooting for excellent news on Tuesday!!

lelly0086

Hi all! Glad to be able to meet everyone.

I am 18 weeks today. Sweet Potato 1/29/15

I am finally beginning to feel a bit better, energy is slowly coming back and nausea has faded. I'm starting to feel little kicks which are weird but amazing!

No appointments until our a/s on 9/9.

My dream vacation would be an Alaskan cruise during the whale migration.

classicstar28

@lelly0086 Welcome to Wednesday!  Good to hear that you are feeling better and starting to feel kicks.  The movement is such a cool thing even if it is weird.  Hope the time goes by quickly between now and your a/s!  An Alaskan cruise sounds amazing!!

carlsonbaby2014

@longcat07‌ congrats on being 1/2 baked!!!!!!!