***3rd Tri Check In*** (9/3)

formerwigirl

This is a weekly check-in for members in their third trimester. You can feel free to join at 28 weeks and we will bid you an excited farewell when you greet your little ones! If you are new, please include your EDD and team in your post.

Congratulations @Sk8terWoman & @brittneyandadam  on the arrival of your little ones! Hope everyone is doing well!

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How far along are you?
Upcoming appointments?
Any updates to share?
How are you feeling?

QOTW: Do you have any pets? If so, how do you think they will adjust to LO(s)?

**Recent Grads**
@Sk8terWoman 8/20 Boy - Congrats on baby Cameron!
@brittneyandadam 9/11 Girl - She hasn't posted on here in weeks but saw she posted on S14 that she had her LO.

**August**
@OutdoorGirl10 8/30 Boy - Has LO arrived yet?

**September**
@GettinCrafty 9/3 Girl - How did your appointment go today? I am sorry to hear about your mom but hope everything works out.
@Lizarella82 9/6 Team Green - I have not seen an update on her but she was supposed to be induced 2 weeks ago.
@tigger99 9/7 Girl - How did your appointment go yesterday? Any closer on names? I know its hard.
@1983lindsey 9/10 Boy - C/S tomorrow!! I am sorry to hear about your grandpa.
@jenschultz85 9/22 Team Green

**October**
@Hopeful1029 10/3 Boy - How is bed rest going? I also live in FL but am from up north so I understand not feeling like its fall when its still in the 90s here. I hope it will start to cool down soon.
@mmhopeful 10/7 Twin Boys - Sorry to hear you got placed out of work.
@SpartanGirl24 10/10 Twin Boys  - Glad to hear contractions eased up.
@jkayb123 10/10 Boy/Girl Twins - Sorry to hear baby girl flipped. Hopefully she will flip again before you go in to labor.
@CutieCruz327 10/23 Boy - Yay on great blood glucose numbers. Glad things are looking up.
@iloveflipflops 10/27 Boy - Childbirth and newborn classes are done. Anything in those classes that surprised you?
@arathiv 10/28 Boy - Only 6 more weeks of work. What are you looking forward to most besides finally having your LO?

**November**
@gldnbearz 11/2 - I hear you about the 3rd trimester aches and pains. Hopefully you are getting a bit of relief.
@rox825 11/4 Team Green - Your shower is this weekend. I hope everything goes well!
@mrsbuttercup0806 11/6 Girl - No update last week, hope you are doing well.
@lincoln79 11/7 Team Green - I am so sorry to hear that your mom came to your shower. I hate that you have to deal with her not being supportive of you using a surrogate. I hope she comes around. It sounds like your DH family is supportive and you have all of us here too!
@Siona1976 11/12 Twin Boys - That's crazy to hear your boys are formed like a T. That's exactly how my DH and his twin were according to my MIL. My DH says all the time he is 10 minutes younger because he kicked his brother out and was finally able to stretch out. LOL
@IntutiveBlue 11/16 Boy/Girl Twins - Welcome to 3rd Trimester.
@ashris13 11/19 Girl - Welcome to 3rd Trimester. Sorry to hear you are having anxiety over your shower. It is coming up soon so it will be over before you know it.

formerwigirl

Hey Everyone,

I hope you all are having a great week. I feel like since I got an extra day off for Labor Day the week is flying by. Congrats to the recent grads on your LOs.

I am 37w2d today. Next appointment is tomorrow for my weekly appointment/check.
Nothing real exiting going on here. I confirmed last week that I was GBS negative so yay for that. I actually saw my doctor for the first time in over a month. (He was out on vacation and then didn't have any appointments available so I saw other doctors/midwives) He said I was 1 1/2 cm dilated and 70% effaced so I was making progress. I said how if I was 80% effaced last week to which he told me that is a matter of opinion. I feel like LO has moved more into my hips because it is getting harder to walk and I am having more pressure. Now I figure I'll go in for my appointment tomorrow and made no progress. LOL

Feeling huge at this point and can't wait until it isn't a struggle to bend over. I feel like I am becoming a watched pot of water they are waiting to boil, except they are waiting for my water to break. I am not sleeping the greatest either but I hear that's all part of 3rd Trimester.

QOTW: We have 2 dogs and 1 cat. I worry a lil bit about how the dog who is more attached to me will react but I am hoping she will be ok. I plan to make sure to still give her as much attention as I do now. Our other dog is still a pup (1 1/2 years old) so I think she'll become a bit protective of LO. I could be completely wrong though!

brittneyandadam

Just saw myself tagged and wanted to say hi while baby girl is here eating. We're doing well and all trying to get to know one another. The kitties really don't know what to think of the wiggly small human that makes noise and smells funny. They tend to stay out of the way but will come sniff at her every once and a while.

I'm absolutely exhausted and I think I'm going to try to pump a few ounces so DH can help in the middle of the night. After 2am, she doesn't seem to want to sleep which is when I'm at my wits end and need rest.

Any who, here's the link to her birth story. I hope you ladies are doing well!!! Almost there!

https://forums.thebump.com/discussion/12430640/brittneyandadam-birth-story/p1

indianaalum

I guess I am officially here now.. WOOHOO

Nothing new here really. Take the dreaded glucose test this week. Otherwise, just plugging along

missvolvo

I would like to be added!  I am pregnant with twin boys due November 25.  I was 28 weeks yesterday and had an ultrasound which showed both babies still breech.  I would really like a vaginal birth, but am trying to wrap my head around a C-section because I just don't see them flipping over!  

QOTW:  No pets here!

rox825

@jenschultz85 I can't believe you're 37 weeks already, that's so exciting! Hope you continue to make progress.

@brittneyandadam Congratulations!!

I'm 31w1d today. Next appointment is next week, I had one last week and everything was fine, so far baby is head down so hopefully he or she stays that way. I'm feeling pretty well most days, just getting tired and stiff/sore more easily. And this might be TMI but I've had some intestinal upset for the past week or 2, which has made me nervous about preterm labor cause I've read it can signal your body getting ready for labor a few weeks in advance. Hopefully it's unrelated.

We start childbirth classes tomorrow night and my shower is Saturday!

QOTW we have 2 dogs, our older dog will be great, she loves kids and used to be a therapy dog for children. Our younger dog I'm not sure about, but I think he'll be ok with the baby once he realizes that he or she is part of the family now (he's very protective of us).

Siona1976

@brittneyandadam congrats on your adorable baby girl!! WOW 2.5 hrs from the first signs to delivery. . .Impressive mamma!!!

@jenshultz LOL regarding your husband's twin story - I can just imagine once one is out the other is like hey I have space now. . .I'm going to enjoy even for just a few minutes.

AFM: I am 30 weeks today. Next appointment is on the 16th and then I start going weekly. I had an appointment on Tuesday. Official results were given - passed the GTT and the growth scan at 28 weeks they were pleased with. Got another u/s this week and it was good to see the boys,doc said the boys had flipped A was head up and B was still sideways but going the other way. There was a lot of movement the night before (party in my ute, meaning insomnia for mamma). Hoping A goes back to head down as I'd like to attempt a vaginal birth with these two. According to the doc now I'm measuring only 1 week a head (he said I'm still good). However, did any one else with twins have this happen to them? I get the tape measuring the belly can be subjective. . .or maybe with babies recent movement changed things. Overall, I'm just curious.

QOTW: 2 cats here. I wonder how the cats will take having two 'pint size humans' sharing our bedroom and all the night time activity for the first few weeks. Besides that our one kitty always snuggles with us during the cold months Nov - March (the other is a year round snuggler), so I wonder if she will join us or opt out. I just hope the cats don't jump in the PNP and disrupt the babies. I'm very curious to see how the cats will interact/behave with the babies and vice-versa when the babies get older.

lcloffredo

New here! I am due 11-16 with twin girls I'm 29 weeks this week and feeling done! DD was 7lbs3oz when she was born at 40 weeks and last weeks the babies had a combined weight of 5lbs10oz and they each have their own sack and placenta so add some more weight for those and you have a full term weight and a completely drained mom! Went to the doctor today due to an increase in cramping and headaches and they are running some tests but will not know anything for sure until next Monday so I am supposed to be taking it easy till then in case of pre-term labor or preeclampsia.

jkayb123

Hello ladies!  Had my weekly BPP and check from Dr today, and mostly good news!

How far along are you? 34+5
 Any updates to share? Baby girl has flipped again, so she is in the right position!  Now if she'll just stay put!  I'm 1cm dilated and 70% effaced, which I found out does not correlate with labor, but it's progress!  The only bad news is, I was put on Glyburide for this darn GD.  So over it!
How are you feeling?  I'm feeling pretty good, contractions are more often, but still not regular.  Still working, but went to part time.  Fatigue hits like a mac truck sometimes, but it seems to go away fast, too. 

QOTW: Do you have any pets? If so, how do you think they will adjust to LO(s)?  I have 2 small dogs, I think they will both go into shock for a while, be jealous, but they are good dogs and will adjust. Especially when they realize in a few months they have 2 new BFs!

badrianne

Hi, I am new here. 

28 weeks today. I had cramps yesterday. I called the OB after 5 in 1 hour. Luckily with liters of water, they stopped. It's a little scary when the on-call nurse is worried enough to set her alarm to call you back to check in. Got to do my GTT tomorrow, FX. 

I am so happy to be in 3rd tri!

We have two small dogs who are a little snappy but I have high hopes that they will adjust to the new addition. We will see. I just won't every leave them alone together. 

mmhopeful

Thanks for a great check in again!

How far along are you? We are 35 weeks and 2 days along    
Upcoming appointments? Just saw my dr yesterday for a weekly appt. Will have growth scan at hospital tomorrow afternoon and NST at night tomorrow.  
Any updates to share? Cervix is completely closed, yet soft.  i signed c-section papers yesterday as baby a is still breech.  Section scheduled for 8 a.m. on 9/23 if I don't deliver sooner.  No contractions at all....knock on wood!  lol
How are you feeling? Now that I am out of work on sick leave, it's been good to get rest during the day as I am still up 5 to 6 x per night to use the bathroom.  Naps during the day help immensely.  Work has contacted me a few times but I am really trying to get out of the "school" mindset.  Yes, everyday I still look at the clock and wonder if they took attendance or got to "special" on time.  LOL  It'll take time...My DH finishes up his job a week from tomorrow so I am really hoping we don't deliver on our own until after September 12th.  I am so excited to meet the boys but at the same time want to keep them "cooking" as long as possible.  Every day is such a gift and these two little people mean the world to me and my DH.  

QOTW: Do you have any pets? If so, how do you think they will adjust to LO(s)?  No pets here.   

Praying4Miracle17

Hi, I'm new here as well!!  28+2 today, due 11/25 with one baby girl. 

How far along are you?  See above!
Upcoming appointments?  We had our 28 week appt yesterday (at 28+1) and I had the dreaded GD test.  First few drinks weren't too bad but then it got thick and sugary.  Yuck.  Next appointment will be in two weeks.
Any updates to share?  No big updates - nursery will be painted (again) - just a second coating is needed.  Bought furniture last weekend that won't get here until the beginning of November (cutting it close) so that was fun.
How are you feeling?  I'm feeling good.  Still not to that uncomfortable stage, but my lower right side of my back has been hurting a lot. 

QOTW: Do you have any pets? If so, how do you think they will adjust to LO(s)?  Yes, we have a dog who thinks he's a child and a mommy's boy, so I think it may be hard for him to realize that he isn't any "only child" anymore once baby comes.  I think he will be fine after adjusting to the change.  He is very protective of me, so I think he wold be the same with baby girl, once he realizes she is here to stay. 

GettinCrafty

jenschultz85 -- I love these check ins so much! Thanks for adding the personal touch. (Sounds like you're progressing well, too!)

How far along are you?

40w1d (OMG)

Upcoming appointments?

A second NST this week, tomorrow, since I'm now past my due date. And a growth scan and OB appt on Tuesday, 9/9 -- if we make it that far. 

Any updates to share?

Due date came and went. DH and I are crazy antsy to meet Baby Crafty. My cervix is still soft, and I'm not dilated -- at all. But baby's doing well in there. Our NST yesterday turned out perfectly, and so did the fluid check. She's probably in the neighborhood of 9 to 9/5 lbs, though. Eep! So we've been working our way down the list of ways to bring on labor naturally. And we've been trying to convince her it's really nice on the outside. I'm hoping something works, SOON!

How are you feeling?
A bit uncomfortable and antsy. I've been having lots of irregularly timed contractions (like BH, really, with slight cramping) over the past week. Hemorrhoids (new this past week, yay!), sore back, etc.  But trying to be chill and know baby will come when she wants to come. I really don't want to induce. The good news is my mom will be able to visit in the hospital now, whenever baby shows up, since she's finishing her antibiotics today. Woo hoo! 

QOTW: Do you have any pets? If so, how do you think they will adjust to LO(s)?

No pets here!

Hopeful1029

Thanks @jenschultz85‌ for another awesome check-in! Congratulations @brittneyandadam‌! I remember when we were all on the other side and it is just so awesome to be in this stage now!! I will be 36w tomorrow and definitely feeling it. I feel like little man has definitely started the descent in to my pelvis....my hips constantly feel like he's nestling them apart and trying to sleep is so tough now because I feel like he's just going to slide on out.....OB check yesterday for GBS, fingers crossed for that! We go back next week for our weekly plus an u/s. Bed rest has been a blessing, albeit boring. I'm really uncomfortable, between the SPD and now having little man pushing his way down, moving around is quite shitty. No BH or anything, just lots of back pain (so I'm assuming I'll have strong back labor) and pelvic/hip pain. Hope everyone is hanging in there!! Looking forward to my munchkin's arrival!! QOTW: we have a 14 year old dog and a 3 year old dog. Both are fabulous with littles so I'm not concerned one bit

iloveflipflops

Hi everyone just a really quick update my husband and I welcomed our little guy early he was due to arrive October 27th but he had others plans my water broke on Labor Day and he was born the next day. He is spending sometime in the nicu due to being 32 weeks but he is doing great my husband and I are so in love and can't wait till he can come home with us. I wish everyone on here nothing but the best when your little ones make their debuts.

rox825

@iloveflipflops Wow, congrats!  So glad to hear that he is doing well, I hope that he grows stronger and can come home with you ASAP.

arathiv

@jenschultz85 - Thank you for the great check-in. 37 weeks 2 days...woww...almost there, huhh.

How far along are you? 32 weeks 2 days
Upcoming appointments? September 5th. i am on weekly appointments now because of the diabetes.
Any updates to share? Nothing new.
How are you feeling? Mostly I feel good. The things that bother me the most now are constipation and the occasional insomnia. Since I am only working for 6 more weeks, I am a little nervous about staying home full-time.

QOTW - No pets. I would love to have a dog eventuallly.

mmhopeful

iloveflipflops said:

Hi everyone just a really quick update my husband and I welcomed our little guy early he was due to arrive October 27th but he had others pans my water broke on Labor Day and he was born the next day. He is spending sometime in the nicu due to being 32 weeks but he is doing great my husband and I are so in love and can't wait till he can come home with us. I wish everyone on here nothing but the best when your little ones make their debuts.

Congratulations!  I hope he does so well each and every day and can join you at home in no time at all.  My best!

Mrsbuttercup0806

Hi Guys, sorry I missed last week.

My niece was born on the 28th at 2 days shy of 38 weeks. My sister's BP had shot up so they delivered that night. Her lungs were underdeveloped and so in the period of 48 hours we went through CPAP, surfactin, CPAP again, and finally ventilator when her only open lung collapsed. She was airlifted to Calgary and I went up with my mom and sister for 2 days to get them settled while my husband stayed home with our other 4 1/2 year old niece (who is living with us while they are there).

On a positive note she has been slowly getting better in Calgary and the last few days has been improving by leaps and bounds - if it continues on this path they will be home on Sunday!

Being thrown into a 4 year old has been .... trying, to say the least. She's in the whiny, tantrum, antagonistic phase only made better by the upheaval of course. There's only been one huge blowout in the last week though so I'm calling it a reasonable success lol.

Pregnancy-wise all is well other than being exhausted all the time. I've definitely been trying to keep the stress level as low as possible, nd checking in with her regularly to make sure she's moving lots. We have our 3D ultrasound on Saturday! I put it off as long as possible since we find them kind of creepy and wanted her to look as much like a baby as possible lol.

QOTW: 5 cats (and mom's dog who is living wiht us for a little while).
They mostly won't be terribly pleased with the baby, expecting some backlash, but will be super conscious of making sure they are all getting attention as well. The dog loves babies so no concern there at all.

SpartanGirl24

How far along are you? 34w 6d

Upcoming appointments? BPP and regular OB visit tomorrow.

Any updates to share? So many! We moved into our house this past weekend, which is great, but all of the unpacked has cemented my cankle status. But we feel like we are finally ready for the boys once they decide to arrive! 

I had an NST that turned into a BPP on Tuesday because the boys would not cooperate, again. I think the tech got them mixed up though - she kept referring to each baby being on the opposite side that they actually are. I just left it alone, but its frustrating to spend an extra 30 min at the office to have them screw things up.

How are you feeling? Pretty good. Cankles suck, but they don't hurt. Rolling over at night actually hurts and my ribs feel like they are about to be broken at some points. But we are almost there!

QOTW: Do you have any pets? If so, how do you think they will adjust to LO(s)? We have 2 lab mixes. The older one will be great - he already spends tons of time in their room checking things out. The younger one is our jealous attention monster and I'm sure she will end up having a difficult time until they can pet her

Cutiecruz327

@brittneyandadam‌ & @iloveflipflops‌ congratulations on your bundles of joy!!!

@jenschultz85 thanks for another great check in! I can't believe you are 37 weeks! I swear it feels like just a couple weeks ago I was reading your bfp!


How far along are you?
33 weeks today

Upcoming appointments?
my next ultrasound w as supposed to be tomorrow but I got a call this morning that we had to reschedule for Tuesday.

Any updates to share?
my baby shower is Saturday! I'm so excited, especially sin c e my MIL is flying in!

How are you feeling?
Tired, cranky, huge

QOTW: Do you have any pets? If so, how do you think they will adjust to LO(s)?

We have cat & dog. I think both will be ok.