The other day I went to Motherhood Maternity for jeans and I ended up spending WAY more than I should have getting a few shirts and a sweater as well (that store is not cheap!). My husband didn't ask how much I spent so I didn't tell, but I was feeling super guilty about it...until yesterday when I put a full new outfit on and looked in the mirror- oh my gosh! I forgot how fabulous maternity clothes look and feel. I hadn't felt that confident in awhile. I've been wearing leggings a lot and stuffing myself into non-maternity shirts and I didn't realize how blah I was feeling. Now I have some cute things to wear that actually fit. And jeans! I haven't worn jeans in weeks. Hallelujah for stretchy maternity denim. Guilt is gone, that was money well spent.
Oh! I remember my real one.
The other day I went to Motherhood Maternity for jeans and I ended up spending WAY more than I should have getting a few shirts and a sweater as well (that store is not cheap!). My husband didn't ask how much I spent so I didn't tell, but I was feeling super guilty about it...until yesterday when I put a full new outfit on and looked in the mirror- oh my gosh! I forgot how fabulous maternity clothes look and feel. I hadn't felt that confident in awhile. I've been wearing leggings a lot and stuffing myself into non-maternity shirts and I didn't realize how blah I was feeling. Now I have some cute things to wear that actually fit. And jeans! I haven't worn jeans in weeks. Hallelujah for stretchy maternity denim. Guilt is gone, that was money well spent.
I spent $150 at mom to mom Sales this past week. DH was not happy because I normally don't spend that much but I was like do you know how much all this stuff costs new ( it was all gap, tea collection, mini boden, and some maternity clothes). Plus he has recently bought a $300 gun and $150 for new work boots(two pairs). I'm already planning a trip with MIL to a fancy second hand baby store after we find out what the new baby is.
I just ate a giant brownie and would eat another one in a heartbeat if I had one. It was a long and annoying day at work, and I am self-medicating with chocolate.
That's our main reason for re-using some of the girl stuff. Stuff that will stay at home anyway, so who cares if my boy is playing on a hot pink play mat! It works! My husband got laid off right after we found out I was pregnant again, and he starts a new job Monday so money will be very tight when this one is born.
I went no contact with my mom because she's narcissitic and emotionally abusive. It's heartbreaking not having a mom, especially during this special time but I'm not going to take it anymore. My dad passed away in 2006 so it makes me sad that my children won't know my parents (I don't want them knowing my mom like this, though) but at least they'll have my hubby's parents.
I was feeling very depressed about this whole thing and my midwife and therapist suggested anti-depressants but I refuse to let it get me down anymore. I'm going to try my damnedest to focus on my blessings and be happy.
It's hard sometimes, I know from experience and but it's been so long since we've had a direct conversation and I feel so good not having toxic people in my life.
It definitely makes life less complicated and more peaceful without all the toxicity, doesn't it?
My In-laws are ridiculously baby crazy. I mean I have one on the way and they still keep mentioning to my SIL that she should have another (my nephew's 3) and I'm pretty sure the only reason she isn't pregnant yet is because my BIL isn't ready for another. My FFC is that i pray my BIL keeps saying no for a while because we have all their baby stuff (strollers, carseat, carrier, changing table, bassinet, rocking chair, swing, and a bunch of other random stuff) and I have no intention of giving it back anytime soon. I know it seems selfish but that stuff is a huge deal to me because we can save more money on other things. Also, not to sound like a bitch, but my nephew isn't the really that well behaved (i know toddlers are a handful but there's a lot of things he does that are not necessary at all but gets away with) so i really doubt they need another one any time soon.
I just bought a bag of candy corn M&Ms, they are white chocolate and taste nothing like candy corn, and I'm really having to fight myself to not eat the whole bag tonight.
I spent way more than I normally do on baby stuff and I bought milk chocolate Dove eye balls. I'm sharing the chocolate eye balls at work. I am OCD over baby shopping because I want to make sure we have everything while I'm on maternity leave. It's so bad I wish I could take my meds from before I was pregnant but they cause 3rd trimester issues...Rawr.
The other day I went to Motherhood Maternity for jeans and I ended up spending WAY more than I should have getting a few shirts and a sweater as well (that store is not cheap!). My husband didn't ask how much I spent so I didn't tell, but I was feeling super guilty about it...until yesterday when I put a full new outfit on and looked in the mirror- oh my gosh! I forgot how fabulous maternity clothes look and feel. I hadn't felt that confident in awhile. I've been wearing leggings a lot and stuffing myself into non-maternity shirts and I didn't realize how blah I was feeling. Now I have some cute things to wear that actually fit. And jeans! I haven't worn jeans in weeks. Hallelujah for stretchy maternity denim. Guilt is gone, that was money well spent.
You really shouldn't brag about how much money you spent on here- it doesn't go over well with some people ... Oh wait.
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I spent way more than I normally do on baby stuff and I bought milk chocolate Dove eye balls. I'm sharing the chocolate eye balls at work. I am OCD over baby shopping because I want to make sure we have everything while I'm on maternity leave. It's so bad I wish I could take my meds from before I was pregnant but they cause 3rd trimester issues...Rawr.
I'm sorry but I can't believe your eating chocolate with all the problems you've been having with your insulin and I think it's important to remember the farther along you get the more unstable your levels will become so practicing abstaining from unnecessary treats like that might be a good idea.
The other day I went to Motherhood Maternity for jeans and I ended up spending WAY more than I should have getting a few shirts and a sweater as well (that store is not cheap!). My husband didn't ask how much I spent so I didn't tell, but I was feeling super guilty about it...until yesterday when I put a full new outfit on and looked in the mirror- oh my gosh! I forgot how fabulous maternity clothes look and feel. I hadn't felt that confident in awhile. I've been wearing leggings a lot and stuffing myself into non-maternity shirts and I didn't realize how blah I was feeling. Now I have some cute things to wear that actually fit. And jeans! I haven't worn jeans in weeks. Hallelujah for stretchy maternity denim. Guilt is gone, that was money well spent.
You really shouldn't brag about how much money you spent on here- it doesn't go over well with some people ... Oh wait.
Really inomnia? My one-time, vague comment about spending money on maternity clothes and feeling guilty about it is comparable to your many many comments about your spending habits that include specific dollar amounts and often go hand in hand with judgments about how other people live their life? Really?
I think what we don't like is when people are pretentious, spoil and insensitive, especially when they use their monies as a status to place themselves above us.
I was in a stabby mood to my SIL last night at dinner because she annoyed the piss outta me trying to find out the sex of the baby before dinner was over. I had to completely ignore over half of the dinner table so I didn't spend any time with my soon to be nephew through adoption who is just the cutest thing alive and I wanted to cry. I'm still upset about it and can't get over it.
I am totally using my son's stuff for this baby girl too. I saved all his old clothes and I will be reusing everything that is reusable I thought we gave away most of his stuff but I found a ton of other stuff that apparently was never snatched up including a practically brand new pack and play. Felt like I had won the lottery and I fully intend to use it all again. Some of it is gender neutral but even if it wasn't I would still use it.
Also, I love eggnog but it has to be homemade and I prefer it with a splash of rum. I feel a serious craving coming on that I will not be able to satisfy!
I spent way more than I normally do on baby stuff and I bought milk chocolate Dove eye balls. I'm sharing the chocolate eye balls at work. I am OCD over baby shopping because I want to make sure we have everything while I'm on maternity leave. It's so bad I wish I could take my meds from before I was pregnant but they cause 3rd trimester issues...Rawr.
I'm sorry but I can't believe your eating chocolate with all the problems you've been having with your insulin and I think it's important to remember the farther along you get the more unstable your levels will become so practicing abstaining from unnecessary treats like that might be a good idea.
To say I can't have chocolate and that type of thinking in general about diabetes is out date. I had a piece of chocolate. I didn't eat the whole bag, plus I am back to losing weight and my A1c is 4.9 (thats within normal range for non-diabetics) That almost unheard of for type 1 diabetics. I have issues and my doctors are cautious but I'm also an adult and a nurse. I'm not running 300 daily. I'm not running 200 daily. I'm barely 120 2 hours after meals. Thanks.
I spent way more than I normally do on baby stuff and I bought milk chocolate Dove eye balls. I'm sharing the chocolate eye balls at work. I am OCD over baby shopping because I want to make sure we have everything while I'm on maternity leave. It's so bad I wish I could take my meds from before I was pregnant but they cause 3rd trimester issues...Rawr.
I'm sorry but I can't believe your eating chocolate with all the problems you've been having with your insulin and I think it's important to remember the farther along you get the more unstable your levels will become so practicing abstaining from unnecessary treats like that might be a good idea.
To say I can't have chocolate and that type of thinking in general about diabetes is out date. I had a piece of chocolate. I didn't eat the whole bag, plus I am back to losing weight and my A1c is 4.9 (thats within normal range for non-diabetics) That almost unheard of for type 1 diabetics. I have issues and my doctors are cautious but I'm also an adult and a nurse. I'm not running 300 daily. I'm not running 200 daily. I'm barely 120 2 hours after meals. Thanks.
Wow what a miracle from how crappy you were doing last week. Honestly I can't take it anymore nor do I believe a word you say anymore because that doesn't happen over night or in a week like that and guess what your a pediatrics nurse not a doctor so bring it up every time you post while complaining about how poorly your health is doesn't mean much. Its driving me nuts how crazy this is. Also bring up a new illness every few days is even more crazy. I just can't even with this nonsense.
The other day I went to Motherhood Maternity for jeans and I ended up spending WAY more than I should have getting a few shirts and a sweater as well (that store is not cheap!). My husband didn't ask how much I spent so I didn't tell, but I was feeling super guilty about it...until yesterday when I put a full new outfit on and looked in the mirror- oh my gosh! I forgot how fabulous maternity clothes look and feel. I hadn't felt that confident in awhile. I've been wearing leggings a lot and stuffing myself into non-maternity shirts and I didn't realize how blah I was feeling. Now I have some cute things to wear that actually fit. And jeans! I haven't worn jeans in weeks. Hallelujah for stretchy maternity denim. Guilt is gone, that was money well spent.
You really shouldn't brag about how much money you spent on here- it doesn't go over well with some people ... Oh wait.
Really inomnia? My one-time, vague comment about spending money on maternity clothes and feeling guilty about it is comparable to your many many comments about your spending habits that include specific dollar amounts and often go hand in hand with judgments about how other people live their life? Really?
I recall you being set off by a post almost identical to this that I made on ffc
It's ok; we all have moments where we're hypocritical. I mentioned that I bought a few dresses for 50 dollars and that makes my post obnoxious? You're ridiculous and self righteous. Just giving you a dose of reality
Feb '16 Siggy Challenge: Favorite Thing About Fall: Haunted Houses and Scary Movies!
The other day I went to Motherhood Maternity for jeans and I ended up spending WAY more than I should have getting a few shirts and a sweater as well (that store is not cheap!). My husband didn't ask how much I spent so I didn't tell, but I was feeling super guilty about it...until yesterday when I put a full new outfit on and looked in the mirror- oh my gosh! I forgot how fabulous maternity clothes look and feel. I hadn't felt that confident in awhile. I've been wearing leggings a lot and stuffing myself into non-maternity shirts and I didn't realize how blah I was feeling. Now I have some cute things to wear that actually fit. And jeans! I haven't worn jeans in weeks. Hallelujah for stretchy maternity denim. Guilt is gone, that was money well spent.
You really shouldn't brag about how much money you spent on here- it doesn't go over well with some people ... Oh wait.
Really inomnia? My one-time, vague comment about spending money on maternity clothes and feeling guilty about it is comparable to your many many comments about your spending habits that include specific dollar amounts and often go hand in hand with judgments about how other people live their life? Really?
I recall you being set off by a post almost identical to this that I made on ffc
It's ok; we all have moments where we're hypocritical. I mentioned that I bought a few dresses for 50 dollars and that makes my post obnoxious? You're ridiculous and self righteous. Just giving you a dose of reality
I would take it easy with the name calling. It's not the first time I've seen you do it. Not very classy is it? @AdventureMama was not bragging and there's no need to make everything about you. Nobody cares.
Oh! I remember my real one.
The other day I went to Motherhood Maternity for jeans and I ended up spending WAY more than I should have getting a few shirts and a sweater as well (that store is not cheap!). My husband didn't ask how much I spent so I didn't tell, but I was feeling super guilty about it...until yesterday when I put a full new outfit on and looked in the mirror- oh my gosh! I forgot how fabulous maternity clothes look and feel. I hadn't felt that confident in awhile. I've been wearing leggings a lot and stuffing myself into non-maternity shirts and I didn't realize how blah I was feeling. Now I have some cute things to wear that actually fit. And jeans! I haven't worn jeans in weeks. Hallelujah for stretchy maternity denim. Guilt is gone, that was money well spent.
You really shouldn't brag about how much money you spent on here- it doesn't go over well with some people ... Oh wait.
Really inomnia? My one-time, vague comment about spending money on maternity clothes and feeling guilty about it is comparable to your many many comments about your spending habits that include specific dollar amounts and often go hand in hand with judgments about how other people live their life? Really?
I recall you being set off by a post almost identical to this that I made on ffc
It's ok; we all have moments where we're hypocritical.
I mentioned that I bought a few dresses for 50 dollars and that makes my post obnoxious? You're ridiculous and self righteous. Just giving you a dose of reality
Are they almost identical though? You mention spending $300 before 9am and the @adventuremama post doesn't reference a monetary value at all...
My new ffc is that I just spent 300 bucks before 9am on maternity clothes - I legit needed stuff though - and that bought me 3 dresses and a shirt from asos so I consider that a win. Their stuff is cute and pretty cheap!
I just bought a bag of candy corn M&Ms, they are white chocolate and taste nothing like candy corn, and I'm really having to fight myself to not eat the whole bag tonight.
@wisco29 to me they taste like white chocolate with a candy coating and I love white chocolate. The only thing that is candy corn like about them is the colors are white yellow and orange.
I spent way more than I normally do on baby stuff and I bought milk chocolate Dove eye balls. I'm sharing the chocolate eye balls at work. I am OCD over baby shopping because I want to make sure we have everything while I'm on maternity leave. It's so bad I wish I could take my meds from before I was pregnant but they cause 3rd trimester issues...Rawr.
I'm sorry but I can't believe your eating chocolate with all the problems you've been having with your insulin and I think it's important to remember the farther along you get the more unstable your levels will become so practicing abstaining from unnecessary treats like that might be a good idea.
To say I can't have chocolate and that type of thinking in general about diabetes is out date. I had a piece of chocolate. I didn't eat the whole bag, plus I am back to losing weight and my A1c is 4.9 (thats within normal range for non-diabetics) That almost unheard of for type 1 diabetics. I have issues and my doctors are cautious but I'm also an adult and a nurse. I'm not running 300 daily. I'm not running 200 daily. I'm barely 120 2 hours after meals. Thanks.
Wow what a miracle from how crappy you were doing last week. Honestly I can't take it anymore nor do I believe a word you say anymore because that doesn't happen over night or in a week like that and guess what your a pediatrics nurse not a doctor so bring it up every time you post while complaining about how poorly your health is doesn't mean much. Its driving me nuts how crazy this is. Also bring up a new illness every few days is even more crazy. I just can't even with this nonsense.
@PedsIsHardcore I think a lot of us are just starting to wonder if the things you say on here are even true because more often than not they don't make sense or add up.
I'm going to just stay out of the current conversation...
@ohbaby714 I haven't heard anyone else say that they had three epidural tries:( you must have had a long labor too, huh? I don't know what you're open to, but I used hypnobabies with my second birth, and it was a million times easier than what I went through the first time. I'm not a very crunchy person in general, and I don't have a strong internal desire for an unmedicated birth, and it was still immensely helpful. I just couldn't bear the thought of going through all of that again!
Yes, @PedsIsHardcore, it is hard to keep straight and/or believe you have all these ailments you have shared with us... and you really don't need to bring up that you are a nurse every time..it sounds condescending and fake which is where the skepticism is coming from.
@mississippicatfish I just glanced at hypnobabies website to try and see what it is. So basically you try and hypnotize yourself during labor? I don't quite understand. I've heard people mention it before but haven't given it much thought. I realize now it's very important that I try and have an unmedicated birth because I don't want to be restricted to a lying down position due to a medical issue.
I'm going to just stay out of the current conversation...
@ohbaby714 I haven't heard anyone else say that they had three epidural tries:( you must have had a long labor too, huh? I don't know what you're open to, but I used hypnobabies with my second birth, and it was a million times easier than what I went through the first time. I'm not a very crunchy person in general, and I don't have a strong internal desire for an unmedicated birth, and it was still immensely helpful. I just couldn't bear the thought of going through all of that again!
Yeah it was awful. 36 hours total. They tried the epidural 3 times and the first time I had shooting pains down my right side and the second time it was my left side. I let them try once more and I didn't have any shooting pains or anything but it just wouldn't take for some reason. I was getting so frustrated. I will definitely look into that, thank you! I didn't do any child birth classes before so I had no idea what to expect or how to manage the pain and I really regretted it.
@mississippicatfish I just glanced at hypnobabies website to try and see what it is. So basically you try and hypnotize yourself during labor? I don't quite understand. I've heard people mention it before but haven't given it much thought. I realize now it's very important that I try and have an unmedicated birth because I don't want to be restricted to a lying down position due to a medical issue.
Basically, but it is so much more. It's hypnotist, breathing, focusing, I tried to use it last time, but I hadn't anticipated an induction so I lost all focus at some point and forgot all about it.
I'm going to just stay out of the current conversation...
@ohbaby714 I haven't heard anyone else say that they had three epidural tries:( you must have had a long labor too, huh? I don't know what you're open to, but I used hypnobabies with my second birth, and it was a million times easier than what I went through the first time. I'm not a very crunchy person in general, and I don't have a strong internal desire for an unmedicated birth, and it was still immensely helpful. I just couldn't bear the thought of going through all of that again!
Yeah it was awful. 36 hours total. They tried the epidural 3 times and the first time I had shooting pains down my right side and the second time it was my left side. I let them try once more and I didn't have any shooting pains or anything but it just wouldn't take for some reason. I was getting so frustrated. I will definitely look into that, thank you! I didn't do any child birth classes before so I had no idea what to expect or how to manage the pain and I really regretted it.
Oof. That's awful. You're a tough mama!!
@mamafrofro i hate the word hypnotize, but that is basically it. For me, it just felt like relaxation. I had read somewhere (maybe the HB website) that it's a lot like when you're spacing out in class and realize you weren't hearing anything that was said, or you're driving your daily commute home from work and suddenly realize you don't even remember the last few minutes. Those are considered a "trance" state too and made it feel a lot less creepy to me, haha. Apparently, we go into trance states naturally all the time. Weird, huh? Anyway, when I read that it made me think of it differently and was much more open to it. It's a lot like guided imagery. You listen to an audio track every day, and practice the technique for ten minutes or so. The author was a Bradley instructor before creating hypnobabies, so there's a lot of valuable childbirth related information - not just fluffy hypnosis stuff:) I am just not a crunchy, meditating type person (not that there's anything wrong with that!) and it still worked miracles for me. My contractions started at 8am and were completely manageable, even comfortable, until 1:30am. Got out of the labor tub for my first cervical check and I was almost a 10, ready to push, had the baby 20 minutes later. The last 20 minutes were tough, but I mean, it is childbirth and all:)
Interesting, I am a frequent meditator so I planned on using that. I just checked on prices and it's a little out of my current budget. But I will be a little more diligent about practicing my meditation so hopefully that will help.
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The other day I went to Motherhood Maternity for jeans and I ended up spending WAY more than I should have getting a few shirts and a sweater as well (that store is not cheap!). My husband didn't ask how much I spent so I didn't tell, but I was feeling super guilty about it...until yesterday when I put a full new outfit on and looked in the mirror- oh my gosh! I forgot how fabulous maternity clothes look and feel. I hadn't felt that confident in awhile. I've been wearing leggings a lot and stuffing myself into non-maternity shirts and I didn't realize how blah I was feeling. Now I have some cute things to wear that actually fit. And jeans! I haven't worn jeans in weeks. Hallelujah for stretchy maternity denim. Guilt is gone, that was money well spent.
Baby F.......02/02/2016
Baby F.......02/02/2016
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
Baby F.......02/02/2016
Baby F.......02/02/2016
It's ok; we all have moments where we're hypocritical.
I mentioned that I bought a few dresses for 50 dollars and that makes my post obnoxious? You're ridiculous and self righteous. Just giving you a dose of reality
I'm making it about me and bragging how much I spent
Boom! I would add a gif but I can't get gifs to work on browser and the app won't work
Edited as i can't spell
(Dear the bump please fix the app asap!)
@ohbaby714 I haven't heard anyone else say that they had three epidural tries:( you must have had a long labor too, huh? I don't know what you're open to, but I used hypnobabies with my second birth, and it was a million times easier than what I went through the first time. I'm not a very crunchy person in general, and I don't have a strong internal desire for an unmedicated birth, and it was still immensely helpful. I just couldn't bear the thought of going through all of that again!
Baby F.......02/02/2016
@mamafrofro i hate the word hypnotize, but that is basically it. For me, it just felt like relaxation. I had read somewhere (maybe the HB website) that it's a lot like when you're spacing out in class and realize you weren't hearing anything that was said, or you're driving your daily commute home from work and suddenly realize you don't even remember the last few minutes. Those are considered a "trance" state too and made it feel a lot less creepy to me, haha. Apparently, we go into trance states naturally all the time. Weird, huh? Anyway, when I read that it made me think of it differently and was much more open to it. It's a lot like guided imagery. You listen to an audio track every day, and practice the technique for ten minutes or so. The author was a Bradley instructor before creating hypnobabies, so there's a lot of valuable childbirth related information - not just fluffy hypnosis stuff:) I am just not a crunchy, meditating type person (not that there's anything wrong with that!) and it still worked miracles for me. My contractions started at 8am and were completely manageable, even comfortable, until 1:30am. Got out of the labor tub for my first cervical check and I was almost a 10, ready to push, had the baby 20 minutes later. The last 20 minutes were tough, but I mean, it is childbirth and all:)
Baby F.......02/02/2016