~*~ 2nd Tri Check-in (9/23) ~*~

southernyankeegirl

This is a weekly check-in for PAIF members in their second trimester. You can feel free to join at 14 weeks and we will bid you an excited farewell on your way to 3rd Tri after 27 weeks.

If there are any newcomers that would like to be added to the list, post below and include your EDD.

- How far along are you this week?
- Any appointments or other updates?

Also, please let me know if I have your “team” listed correctly or if it needs to be updated.

QOTW:  Time to AW your SO!  What's your favorite thing about your SO, the thing that first drew you to him/her? What's your favorite memory with your SO? Bonus points for PIP!


***Graduating to the 3rd Tri next week!!! Good Luck! ***

These are a repeat from last week - apparently I was sending people to 3rd Tri AT 27 weeks rather than AFTER 27 weeks - whoops! So this is your encore week - come for one last check-in so we can say goodbye!

 
@kz’s_girlygirl –12/17/14

@orange1414 – 12/19/14 (Boy)

@freakyfast – 12/20/14 (Girl)  - Hope that head cold is a bit better!

@grateful&thankful – 12/22/14


December


@beachy6 – 12/24/14 (Girl) - I hope the glucose test went well! I tried to talk my doctor into doing a candy bar or orange juice instead and they said no, so lucky you!

@Irishlove16 – 12/25/14 (Girl)

@babydreams13 – 12/28/14 (Boy) - Sorry to hear you failed the 1 hour test! Have you done the 3 hour test yet? FX it goes smoothly!

@Saintelizabeth – 12/30/14 (Team Green) - I hope your OB appointment went well! Did you do the glucose test yet? And PT is absolutely amazing for my hip pain - I went for about 3 weeks, and then felt better so stopped, but will likely be going back soon.



January

@Viasatalyte – 1/3/15 (Boy)

@sparkles2040 – 1/6/15 (Boy) - Did you get scheduled for the glucose test? Mine is in two weeks, eep! I picked the orange drink, you?

@txultrarunner – 1/6/15 (Team Green)

@dp21 – 1/8/15 - I hope the GD test went well! Your nursery looks like it's coming along beautifully.

@mrsjoslyn16 – 1/9/15 (Boy)

@ksgsmu – 1/12/15 (Twin Boys) - How are those two little guys doing? Lots of kicks yet?

@wolfette139 – 1/13/15 (Girl)  - HAPPY V-DAY, due date twin!  How's bed rest treating you?

@Southernyankeegirl – 1/13/15 (Boy)

@Itlavac – 1/14/15 (Girl)

@MkateG – 1/14/15 (Twins - Boy/Girl)

@milagros315 – 1/18/15 (Boy)  - I hope that weight gain regulates to a more even 1-2 lbs per week! Did you pick a drink for the glucose test?

@puzzlefuz – 1/19/15

@mrsrichey11 – 1/20/15 (Twins - Boy/Girl) - Love that both twins are active! Can you tell the difference between the two babies? I've always wondered that about twins.

@hopeby2015 – 1/21/15 (Girl) - I LOVE having DH's hands glued to my belly like that! Did you decide to go back for an extra scan for that heart pic?

@tarala – 1/24/15

@lady2010 – 1/24/15  (Team Green)

@mdiblasi10 – 1/30/15 (Girl) - Hope your OB appointment went well on Friday!  And that you've got some cooler weather.

@SKLH – (Girl)


February

@WA1215 – 2/1/15 (Girl) - Congrats on Team Pink! Have you enjoyed looking at little girl stuff now that you know?

@Robeano – 2/3/15 (Girl)

@Jaztastic – 2/7/15 (Boy) - So sweet (ha!) to hear about Dolce's anatomy scan! How did you pick which childbirth classes you wanted to do? Are you planning on going med-free?

@MissEm15 – 2/11/15 (Twin Boys) - I hope the week flies by until your anatomy scan on Friday! Be sure to pop in after to update us on your little guys.

@chickyclg – 2/13/15 (Twins)  - Hope the OB appointment went well! All results are good, I'm assuming? My DH was allowed in for the a/s but neither of us were allowed to talk, so I guess it isn't so strange.

@weansworld09 – 2/17/15 (Team Green) - Good luck with the anatomy scan tomorrow! Are you excited?!

@Neesey – 2/18/15 (Team Green) - Good luck with your anatomy scan tomorrow! Excited to find out boy or girl!

@jaytee16 – 2/19/15 (Twins) - Have fun on your baby moon! I've never been to SF but heard wonderful things.
 
@Bellalux – 2/19/15 (Boy)

@Ecarabeo217 – 2/19/15 (Boy) - Any pictures of this nursery furniture you ordered? I'd love to see!

@runawaylaurel – 2/22/15 (Team Green) - Hope your quad screen went well, when do you get the results? And any news on an anatomy scan date?


March

@Ducky719 –3/8/15 - How's the nursery-to-be cleaning going? What are your nursery plans?

Milagros315

Thanks @southernyankeegirl! Everything seems to be normal now regarding my weight. I think it was just a weird day - my lower legs were really swollen the night of my appointment so I think the weight gain was inaccurate. I haven't had any swelling since so that's good. And I picked the orange drink because the nurse recommended that one!

Today I'm 23w2d and there's still not whole lot going on. I'm starting to look and feel pregnant (RLP - ouch) and in general I love it! I'm really looking forward to viability this weekend which is the same day as my baby shower! I still can't believe that I'm having a baby shower. Or a baby actually. 

QOTW: My favorite thing about my SO is how open-minded/non-judgmental he is. He is so accepting of everyone and everything and I know that's one of the many things that's going to make him an awesome father. 

I don't think I could choose a favorite memory. One really good one was the first time I visited Guatemala with him. It was so cool to meet his family and see where he grew up. We had so much fun traveling around, staying in the most basic "hotels" in the middle of nowhere, and just experiencing lots of new things (for me). That was our first of many travels together.

runawaylaurel

Hi all! Thanks again for such a nice check-in, @southernyankeegirl.

We got our quad screen results and everything was normal, thank goodness! Our anatomy scan is Thursday, I'll be 18w4d. Does that seem to early to anyone else? It's within the "18-20 week" range so I figure it's ok, but I have to worry about everything so... Other than that, all is well! Heartburn is constant and I'm still not feeling any movement (jealous of those who are!) but I know it'll come soon enough.

QOTW: I first met my husband at work, and he was assigned to help me set up a science demonstration for the kids of our coworkers. He was so genuinely excited about teaching kids science concepts, and also so helpful! He's still like that every day. Aaaaaand now I'm crying. Thanks, hormones. 

sparkles2040

@Southernyankeegirl I had the 1 hr glucose test this morning. I didnt get to pick but I got orange too. Its not what Id call yummy, but it didnt make me gag either. It was... ok. Good luck in 2 weeks- I'll be thinking about you.

Speaking of that- I wanted to share a story. I love my Quest Girls. Along this 3 year journey to being a mom, I've spent many hours getting lab work done. One of the techs has been on the same journey. She's suffered numerous miscarriages- couldn't make it past 6 weeks. Her uterus wasn't strong enough to hold. I felt immense guilt telling her I was pregnant. At today's glucose test, she walked in and asked what I did for morning sickness- she is 9 weeks! 9 weeks!! She passed the 8 week test and goes back at 12. We all cried and hugged. I am over the moon for her. I'm taking her a care package of jazz that worked for me tomorrow. Just another reminder to not give up hope and be grateful we are on the pregnant after IF forum.

SO talking. Justin is a dude. I appreciate that, He can build/fix/make anything. He thrives off helping people. He is extremely quiet as he is a judging people watcher, but when he breaks out- it is meaningful, hilarious, and saractic. He was so supportive during IVF and now with pregnancy. He'll rub lotion on my feet which is huge since he isnt very romantic. Its practial feel good! We've been dating - ish for 10-11 years now so back in the day I thought he looked like Jordan from New Found Glory and I was/am a huge fan of them (Love punk music). A couple memories stick out. Our honeymoon in Playa del Carmen was amazing, we had so much low key fun that whole week. And when we bought our house we couldnt have been more united or lucky. We had about 20 people helping us move/clean/paint/ etc and we're asked so many questions and we agreed seemlessly on everything. Great teamwork moment.

Long post. Sorry ladies, apparently Im rambley today. Have a good one!

weansworld09

Happy Tuesday!

Not much to report here.  I am excited and nervous for the a/s tomorrow!  I am praying for a healthy little one.  I am so glad DH will be able to go with me.  Hopefully I don't forget to tell them asap we do NOT want to know the sex of the baby.  I'm also hoping the baby cooperates.  He/she was very stubborn for the NT scan & we had to go back a week later for a redo.  

SO: He is the most patient, kind & loving person I have ever met.  He never ceases to amaze me at how giving of himself he can be.  There are so many good memories over the years, I honestly don't think I can pick just one.  I will say I look forward to our cozy evening at home together the most.  Like last night, DH came home from work, and he helped me bake apple pies & cook stuffed peppers (he did a lot of peeling/cutting/chopping last night).  We had the fireplace going, candles lit & just talked & enjoyed each others company, along with the whippets of course!  

KT416

Hi! Can I join you all!? I'm 14w3d with a EDD of March 21, 2014! I have my OB appointment tomorrow and I'm excited! I still have really bad MS so it's good timing since my Zofran runs out tomorrow

@Runawaylaurel- At my last apt my OB said they do the anatomy scan at 18 weeks, so I don't think it's weird, but I also don't have mine scheduled yet.

QOTD: Aw. I love when we were first dating and he was asked to work overtime (or something along those lines) and he said "I need to check with my family first and I'll let you know" to his employer. I was "family" he was referring too, and I love that he considered me family less than a year of dating. I love that he isn't a guys guy and isn't so easygoing and cares so much about everything he does.

Milagros315

@runawaylaurel - Our anatomy scan was at 18w1d. For us there was no issue because the baby was measuring a week ahead and moving around a lot. Sometimes when the scan is earlier, it can be more difficult to get all of the shots they need so some people need to go back for a second check. Of course, that can happen at a later time too if the baby isn't cooperating so I wouldn't worry about it! 

southernyankeegirl

All well here!  I've started having some heartburn issues - I always expected it to be more like when I had an acid stomach (acid burps, etc.) but it's more like a tightening in my chest and a scratch at the back of my throat - Tums helps, but is becoming less effective.  I'm finding sucking on hard candies helps, probably because it causes me to produce more saliva.

My shower is this Sunday, I'm really excited :-)  I have to fly up to visit my parents on Thursday, so while I'm not looking forward to the 6am flight, I'm excited to eat some of my favorite local foods while I'm visiting (and see my parents, and my family at the shower, and some friends).

QOTW:  DH is the best part of my life, he makes me so damned happy.  He is my biggest cheerleader and looks at me like I put the moon in the sky every night all by myself.  We just compliment each other so well, and we're really good at supporting each other in a way that makes the other better for it.  The first thing I noticed about DH was his good looks - he was tall, muscular, blond, with a killer million-watt smile. 

And my favorite memory is from about 3 months into our relationship, we took a trip to Costa Rica where we only had flights and a car reservation - we just went where we felt like going! In retrospect, it was sort of a test to see if DH could go with the flow out of his comfort zone.  It was AMAZING! Truly some of my all time favorite memories.  We went white water rafting, canyoning (repelling down waterfalls), hiking to an active volcano, collected seashells on a gorgeous beach, stayed in a gorgeous treehouse with a view, found a small town parade, saw "monkey-dogs" (coatis, technically).

runawaylaurel

@KT416‌ and @Milagros315‌ thanks for the reassurance! I've read that eating or drinking something sugary before I go helps get the little one going too.

@weansworld09‌ good luck at you a/s! We are team green too and we are both worried that we'll see the goods, or lack thereof, and ruin the surprise but I have no idea what I'm looking for so it should be ok!

southernyankeegirl

@runawaylaurel - for what it's worth, apparently my little boy was "flaunting the goods" the whole time and I honestly couldn't have made a guess at all.  If it's a good tech, they'll tell you when they might capture that area on camera so you can close your eyes or look away.

MKateG

I am doing much better than last week, my hgb was a little low and the shortness of breath is better I still have a heard time walking to far tho. And my director called back and said they had found a way to meet the accommodations the dr had written for. Which I think was another way of saying someone over my head told me I would find a way to accommodate you but even still I now have an 8hr day sitting job on my floor. I know I won't be able to work till the end but at least I have it until I need to go out for good. My parents have been staying with us to help out but since im nearing 24weeks (this Thur) they will be leaving soon. My 24weeks apt went great babies are growing right in target and are little busy bees moving all the time.

I am very uncomfortable but love watching my bump grow and move now that I can see every movement they make from outside. My shower is the second week in oct and I'm just hoping I continue to do really well so I can travel 2 hours to it. I would be pretty disappointed if I had to miss the shower I've always dreamed of but never thought id have! But if course being these babies here safely is my priority and ill be fine if my family ends up having to bring the gifts to me instead :-)

Almost forgot, DH, my favorite thing about him is he is always thinking of me and making me happy, every decision he makes he thinks of me first, his main concern is to always be able to provide for our family and he will be a great dad. My fav memories are going to braves games that's one think he loves and I love enjoying that with him.

weansworld09

Thank you @runawaylaurel‌ ! Good luck at yours on Thursday!
When we were telling another couple we were waiting to find out they said be sure to be up front right away with the u/s tech. Apparently theirs said "it's a boy! Oh wait, did you want to know?" Fortunately, they did.

Ecarabeo217

Hello ladies! 18w 5d today and I believe the little critter poked me last night, LOL! I'm pretty sure I've been feeling little "somethings" for the last couple of days, but last night was the first time I was absolutely sure it had been the LO. weird and cool all at the same time. Hubby was asleep, so all I could do was lay in bed smiling like a goof ball. Other than that, plugging right along.
As for DH....he's the most supportive person I know. We have known each other for just under 20 years now, and he has been my biggest cheerleader in life. He has always believed in me and pushed me to follow my dreams. I can't think of a "favorite" moment....there have been so many over the years!
Never tried PIP, so let's see if this works...this is the furniture but with a tall dresser instead. And my inspiration is this room with slightly different colors. I found an owl fabric that I fell in love with and am using as accents in curtains, crib skirt and possibly some pillows for whatever seating I end up using

Ecarabeo217

Guess the PIP isn't going to work :-(

MissEm15

Good morning ladies! I love reading the updates!

@southernyankeegirl Thanks for the well wishes! I will def. update Friday! Have so much fun at your shower & with your family!

Good luck to everyone getting their a/s this week!!

AFM: 20w1day Woot! Feeling great.. lots of movement! Co-workers are finally starting to notice the bump lol, honestly I don't know how they missed it all this time. A/S is Friday & I'm anxious, but I am so excited for DH to get to see them finally. He's never seen them move around in there or look like actual babies ha.

QOTW: My DH is just amazing. He's the best man I know & he's the most genuinely good hearted person I've ever met (he's pretty handsome too). He's my best friend & he's been so supportive of our entire journey. I know he will be an amazing father. My favorite memory, I would have to say, is our wedding ceremony. We were saying our vows & he had tears in his eyes & a smile on his face. I've never seen him cry in all 8 years.. he doesn't show emotions like that often. I will never forget it.

Lady2010

Hi Ladies!  I am 22 weeks, 4 days today.  Am feeling good, but definitely getting more tired / run down by the end of the day (though I guess that is normal)

I am finally starting to think about / work on the nursery.  I am starting to clean out the guest room closet and we are going to go look at cribs this weekend (hopefully).  

QOTW: I met my DH 8 years ago.  What I think drew me to him is he is just such a nice, honest and caring guy.  He really cares about family - both his and mine - and values his friendships.  And he has been amazing the past several years - with fertility treatments and then with my pregnancy - really taking care of me, etc.

Hope everyone has a great week.

WA1215

21 weeks, 2 days. No new updates except I'm feeling her move finally! Or at least I think it's movement. Sometimes it feels like my stomach is twitching and others I feel movement in there. Yes, I've been going a little crazy with the shopping BUT everything I've been buying has been on sale so that's ok, right? Also, a very generous woman who is finished having children (who had all girls), has been giving me bags and bags of clothing, I'm so thankful! DH and I have been together 15 years, and although we've been through so much already (deaths, cancer, unemployment, IF), It has made us stronger and appreciate things so much more. I just hope the worst is behind us and better days are to come!

weansworld09

Have a wonderful time at your shower @southernyankeegirl ! And enjoy all the food!

dp21

Hi everyone,

I passed my GD test!  Yay   Just came back from my appointment for compression stockings, learned I get 4 pair a year through my insurance!  My one varicose vein has gotten worse with pregnancy....ugh...genetics.....

I will be 25 weeks tomorrow!  I just got an invitation in the mail for my baby shower in November, it is super cute, got me all excited. 

We also put a wall decal in our nursery and finally bought a rug!  Yay   I think we are pretty much done, just need to see what we get from showers to fill the rest of the room. 

Thinking about scheduling a 3D ultrasound in the next few weeks.  Our local place gives you a DVD of ultrasound, teddy bear with heart beat sound, lots of colored and black and white pictures.  Figured it would be part of going all out on this pregnancy :P 

QOTW:  I love that my hubby is super smart, he just amazes me with all his random knowledge every single day.  Favorite memory, so many to choose from, from traveling to Rome, Paris, and London, to getting married, to the day we found out we were pregnant, love them all.

ksgsmu

Love reading everyone's updates!!

 I am 21 weeks 1 day and the twins are going through some growth spurt because my bump is massive.  I can feel them move and kick especially at night when I am laying down to go to sleep.  That is the best part of pregnancy so far!  I really need to order their cribs this week as they will take 10-12 weeks to arrive!

QOTW:
My husband is the nicest person I know.  He has the gift of mercy and he is so generous to others.  He is also hysterical and makes me laugh every ay. He is my rock and wow I am beyond blessed to have him as my husband and the father of my babies.  He is going to be an amazing father!  He is so into this pregnancy and it is so cute!  My favorite recent memory is a very romantic time we had in a hot tub int he mountains ( before pregnancy). 

hopeby2015

Aw! All your stories made me tear up! (And I'm seriously holding back on crying - hormones!)

AFM: I'm 23 weeks today! Only 1 more week to v-day and maybe I'll feel like I can breathe better! I decided to go for a/s part 3. Thankfully, my mom said she could take me from work to the doctor's. So, Imma take a half day on 10-1. Also, she's been moving so much now - I kinda wanna see her move, just one more time.

QOTW: What first drew me to DH was his personality. He seemed caring, kind and really nice. He wasn't my type at all (look wise) but I decided to give it a shot since he had a nice persona. The thing that made me really get attached to him was when I banged my head and went to the hospital. It was during Christmas time and he didn't wanna leave my room - eventually he got kicked out tho. But he was the last one to leave and the first one there in the morning. Coincidentally, he also won over my family big time. I'll never forget it! He's gonna be a great father!

Robeano

21 weeks now. Started feeling little girl move in the last week. What a wonderful feeling! I was told I'll have to do a sevond GD test around 28 weeks. That sucks, but I know I'm a higher risk so it's okay

QOTW: my hubby is amazing! He works so hard to be a great husband and a great father. He strives to understand me no matter what my mood or where I'm coming from.

I still think one of the best moments with him was when I was walking down the aisle at our wedding and all I could see was him and he was tearing up, and I was tearing up. I'll never forget that moment.

mrsrichey11

23w1d! I thought I could tell which one was which, but now I'm just not sure!

I had a bp scare on Monday that landed me in labor & delivery. My bp was 165/104. I was there for about 5 1/2 hours before they could finally get it down to a reasonable number. Scared the crap out of me! I'm on 81mg aspirin and "taking it easy" as much as possible. Turns out I also have an iron deficiency, so yay for iron supplements! Next appointment is on Sept. 30th.

QOTW: The hubs and I have been together since 8th grade. Nope, not kidding! We met in our Orchestra class. He plays cello, I play violin. Obviously we were made for each other =] He is incredibly caring. He will (literally) give you the shirt off his back and the shoes off his feet if you need them. He doesn't think twice when it comes to helping anyone. He works so incredibly hard and I'm so proud of him! One huge thing that kind of made me fall even more in love with him was after Monday's bp scare. I was at work, he was at home with a sinus infection. I called and said, "Come get me...my blood pressure is..." before I even got "high" out of my mouth he was already saying "I'm walking out the door now." I could tell the moment we got our BFP that he is going to be a great daddy!

babydreams13

3-hour test tomorrow.  Hopefully I pass this one. I was surprised I failed since I haven't gained much, am a normal weight, and haven't eaten much sweets.  Always something.  

I can't believe 3rd tri is almost here. Its getting real.  I think my shower invites went out.  We ordered baby furniture.  I can't wait to meet my little guy!

poohniki

Hi! I'd like to join this check-in. 

I am currently 14w 2d with an EDD of 3/23. We just found out yesterday we are team blue. We are very excited. 

I am going to keep this really short because I am on vacation this week, but I'll add more later. Just so happy to be here!

Ecarabeo217

Ducky719 said:

@Ecarabeo217‌ i don't know how you resisted the urge to wake DH up!! I would've...you are much nicer than me. :P

@Ducky719‌ LOL! It was 2:45 and I had just gotten home from a delivery :-)

Neesey

Anatomy scan went great yesterday. We are staying team green until the end.
DH is so patient with me. He puts up with my garbage and always makes me laugh. One of my favorite memories was when he proposed. He took my to Paris for my 30th birthday and got down on one knee in a garden at Versailles. He was so nervous it was adorable. He always goes out of his way to make me happy. He was so supportive after our losses. I wouldn't have survived this journey with anyone else.

freakyfast

- How far along are you this week? 27w5d 
- Any appointments or other updates? No appts until next week, but I will be moving on to 3rd tri for realz this time.   See you all in 3rd tri! 

QOTW:  Time to AW your SO!  What's your favorite thing about your SO, the thing that first drew you to him/her? He snuck vodka into a concert, and was sharing with me.  That is where we met. LOL it was the vodka, and that he was my age.   What's your favorite memory with your SO? Probably when we went to New York.  He wanted to go to the baseball stadiums there before they tore them down.  One of the best vacations ever. Bonus points for PIP!

MissEm15

I can't keep it in! Our A/S was great (although I got very light headed laying my back, so had to move to my side twice, but I don't care ha)!! Babies are perfect! Measuring right on track & weighing in at 13oz & 12oz. I love seeing our precious boys!!

hopeby2015

Congrats!