Friday Check In

WinchesterGirl

How far along are you?

How are you feeling?

Doing anything baby related today?

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes:

Questions?

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO.

WinchesterGirl

How far along are you? 4W6D!

How are you feeling? Better this morning. Took the Dr's suggestion to eat graham crackers before I got up, and I am currently not nauseous!

Doing anything baby related today? Just bumping along and window shopping online, which is apparently my new hobby.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: Super excited this morning to look at our favorite chart and see that today I have an 81.1% chance of NOT having a miscarriage.

Questions? Nada

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. I am really looking forward to reading nightly bedtime stories. That was something I always loved as a kid that my mom did with me, and I very much so look forward to doing it with this LO.

cait5413

How far along are you? 5w1d

How are you feeling? really good so far--no nausea yet!

Doing anything baby related today? I just bought What to Expect... last night, so I will probably read a little of that. 

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: Hoping my doc will call me back this morning to set our first appointment! (I just believed the HPT yesterday, so I called yesterday afternoon)

Questions? None today

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. I am really excited to hold him/her and see DH with him/her--I've been dreaming about it for a long time. 

Love your answer @winchestergirl --storytime is the best!

Bethanyyyy

How far along are you? 5 weeks...not sure about day count

How are you feeling? Anxious about baby stuff but looking forward to date night with DH.

Doing anything baby related today? Continue working my way through Expecting Better. Ordering some yoga bras--the sore boob situation is out of control, lol.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: We were TTC for six months but since the positive test on Wednesday I've just been really anxious. Trying to get in a more positive head space, be more happy/excited.

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. - First Halloween, going as Mother of Dragons and baby dragon. :-) Generally dressing baby up in cute costumes and taking lots of pix. :-)

suprsuz

How far along are you? 5w1d

How are you feeling? Nauseous, and craving banana bread. 

Doing anything baby related today? going to start cleaning out the nursery after work.  first box to the dump tonight.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: wish I could sleep through the night. 

Questions?

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. Just watching the new LO play with my daughter. 

Kristin712

How far along are you? 4w4d

How are you feeling? Great! I've been in a really good mood the past coupe days. My symptoms are confined to really sensitive nipples and quite the sense of smell.

Doing anything baby related today? Meeting with a plumber to hopefully find and fix a link above our master shower. We haven't used this shower in a few months as I've been procrastinating this project. My butt was kicked into high gear to start addressing these issues in preparation for baby.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: I'm attending an online conference from home all day. Super excited to stay in my pajamas and catch up on TB.

Questions?

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. 

Just snuggling on the couch and hanging out as a new family.

Ya Never Know

How far along are you?
4-5 weeks, not exactly sure

How are you feeling?
Great! Aside from a little bit of mild cramping, and a few dizzy spells here and there, I don't really feel pregnant. If I remember correctly, any symptoms I had with my first pregnancy (and I was fortunate not to have many) didn't kick in until I was 8 weeks along, so it will be interesting to see what happens with this one.

Doing anything baby related today?
Nope! Not unless you count waiting in line behind 20 people at Starbucks for a Peppermint Mocha because I just "had to have one" baby-related. I've been craving one all week.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes:
I'm really excited to be here, and wishing everyone h&h pregnancies.

Questions?

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO.
I'm looking forward to seeing my daughter's reaction to a sibling.

1faceinacrowd

How far along are you? 4w3d (based on estimated O date)

How are you feeling? Tired and hungry (currently eating my scrambled eggs while I type this!)

Doing anything baby related today? I'm waiting impatiently for the doctor's office to call me with my HCG levels from yesterday. They were 76 on Tuesday so fingers crossed that they've doubled...

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: I went to this OB for my first pregnancy and they were great but I feel like they've really gone down hill, service wise. The nurse's line always goes to voicemail so you have to leave a message if you have questions, and I had to call them three times to finally get my test results on Wednesday. I'm a little concerned I'll have to call them a bunch today too. It wouldn't be so bad if they didn't tell me I should hear from them "first thing in the morning". 

Questions? Not today!

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO.  Introducing him or her to my daughter and step-son. They don't know I'm pregnant, but they've been asking for a little brother. :-)

tyannej

I'm about 4w6d. I am constantly tired and moody. I'm not doing anything baby related today other than just looking at my stomach, my first visit is Tuesday. Positive vibes, I'm still pregnant; on Friday its jeans day at work.... My size 26 waist jeans don't button anymore

allyall10

How far along are you? 4w5d

How are you feeling? Still same...normal.

Doing anything baby related today? Pinterest searching. Created a private board, since no one really knows right now.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: I am missing coffee and caffeine!!! And wine. And hate that my pants don't fit as well. And I hate my progesterone shots (even though they are keeping baby sticky, so I'll do them). And hate that I'm so negative...hah! I mean, I worked for this for years, damnit! I am happy, I promise!

Questions? Nope

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. Right now, I just can't wait to tell DS that he's going to be a big brother! He keeps telling me he asked God for a baby and he said yes, so why do I not have a baby in my belly. I SO want to tell him! But, when he knows, the world will know!

Elm1214

How far along are you? 5 weeks 

How are you feeling? Not quite as tired today which is good. Super emotional. I cried at like 4 Facebook videos this morning. 

Doing anything baby related today? Not today. 

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: I almost bought more HPTs today even though I have peed on a million and the lines were dark. But I managed to resist. 

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. I'm a weirdo who actually loves the L&D experience (including the labor part even though it's not fun) so I can't wait to meet my baby for the first time and have those precious first few days. This is most likely our last baby (#3) so it's bittersweet to think of my last "first hello" with my newborn.

ramoseecology

How far along are you?
4w2d
How are you feeling?
Good, felt off this morning but good now.
Doing anything baby related today?
Nope, bumping. Going to start reading this weekend.
Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes:
So ready for the weekend!
Questions?
Nope.
GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO.
Just one is hard to choose. Love reading so that will be awesome, snuggling, all the holidays and beginning family traditions, going to the park, etc. Just having them here to hold and begin to get to know and start the parenting journey will be amazing.

kitkatherine

How far along are you?   4 Weeks, 1 Day

How are you feeling? Normal, excited. Hungry. Though that might be because it's lunch time...

Doing anything baby related today? Nope!

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: Nada!

Questions? Did anyone else's OB GYN not ask like any questions when they scheduled/called?

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. Disney! Very excited to do character photos and have a legit reason to buy some of the awesome toys at the park and someone to enjoy them.

Itsally1011

How far along are you? 4w2d according to date of last period

How are you feeling? Totally normal! Last time my sore boobs and morning sickness didn't start until around 7 or 8 weeks. Can't wait!

Doing anything baby related today?nope. Just letting the news sink in.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes:I'm scared and excited to be a mom of 2!

Questions?

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. Holding a tiny baby again and the baby smell!

suprsuz

 

suprsuz

jwittwer

How far along are you? 
5w+2d
How are you feeling? 
Great!
Doing anything baby related today?
If you consider trying to figure out what mocktails to order at the holiday party tonight baby-related, then yes!
Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes:

Questions?
So I had originally scheduled an appt. for Dec. 21st. I spoke with the doc today and it sounds like it would just be a confirmation appt (I'd be almost 8 weeks) - is that even worth it? I mean if I have a BFP, what's the point of a confirmation visit (sounds like they just want more money if you ask me)? Should I just re-schedule for when I hit 10-12 weeks instead and then do the prenatal labwork?
GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO.

I can't wait for DD to meet the new baby, but am praying she won't be entirely jealous!

Kristin712

@kitkatherine The only question my office has asked me (2/2 times) has been "When is the date of your last menstrual period?" in order to determine how far along I am and when to schedule me.

ETA is there anything in particular you're concerned about them not asking?

Kristin712

jwittwer said:

How far along are you? 
5w+2d
How are you feeling? 
Great!
Doing anything baby related today?
If you consider trying to figure out what mocktails to order at the holiday party tonight baby-related, then yes!
Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes:

Questions?
So I had originally scheduled an appt. for Dec. 21st. I spoke with the doc today and it sounds like it would just be a confirmation appt (I'd be almost 8 weeks) - is that even worth it? I mean if I have a BFP, what's the point of a confirmation visit (sounds like they just want more money if you ask me)? Should I just re-schedule for when I hit 10-12 weeks instead and then do the prenatal labwork?
GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO.

I can't wait for DD to meet the new baby, but am praying she won't be entirely jealous!

Every office is different and may have a confirmation appt as a requirement. Mine does. During the confirmation appointment, they not only gave me a urine test, but also sat and chatted with me for about 30 minutes. We discussed diseases that run in the family in order to rule out any type of genetic concerns, I was given information on the different testing that will be offered (NT scan and others), and I was given a packet of information about the practice, hospital, and medications safe during pregnancy. We also discussed the practice and expectations (frequency of appointments). At the end of this visit, I had my blood drawn for the lab work. I go a week later for an initial exam with the NP and have my first ultrasound at a THIRD appointment that same week (luckily I was able to score them same day and back to back, but that's not always the case). 

Elm1214

@jwittwer Are you planning on doing an NT scan? If you wait until 10-12 weeks to be seen, it might be too late to schedule one.

still4everwaiting

How far along are you? 5w 1d

How are you feeling? Generally ok, normal sore breast and bloated.

Doing anything baby related today? Nooe

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: today I did my 4th hcg testing hoping for more doubling numbers. Had 2 miscarriages already so every beta test I get nervous

Questions? U/so in 2weeks anything I should ask?

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. Just being a mommy for the first time.

jwittwer

@Kristin712 - with my first pregnancy I didn't see the OB until after I had confirmation, so maybe it is a requirement. I've delivered with the hospital before though, so they have all my medical history. I still have all the info they gave me for DD, so I'm imagining not much would change. They said that at another appt (the one 10-12 weeks) is where they'd be drawing blood for labs 

@Elm1214 - it doesn't look like my insurance covers it from what I'm seeing, so I'm not sure if I'll do that or not. I did do it the first time around though. 

Kristin712

jwittwer said:

@Kristin712 - with my first pregnancy I didn't see the OB until after I had confirmation, so maybe it is a requirement. I've delivered with the hospital before though, so they have all my medical history. I still have all the info they gave me for DD, so I'm imagining not much would change. They said that at another appt (the one 10-12 weeks) is where they'd be drawing blood for labs 

@Elm1214 - it doesn't look like my insurance covers it from what I'm seeing, so I'm not sure if I'll do that or not. I did do it the first time around though. 

I was just pregnant in July and still have to go to another confirmation appointment this month.

jwittwer

@Kristin712 - maybe I'll just keep it. At least this way when we tell the fam at Christmas it's been confirmed by the doc! 

Cjboyle10

How far along are you? Well today at the doc, she confirmed 5 weeks, I thought I was a little farther ( had an IVF cycle) How are you feeling? Headachy today! Doing anything baby related today? Had an ultrasound, seen the sac and what she believed a tiny yolk sac too. Just one little peanut in there ( concerned about twins since we had IVF.) have another apt next Friday and as long as all looks good she will release me to my obgyn, Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: positive vibes, and patience, so early I still am nervous and after TTC so long, it's still unreal! Questions? The RE. Says we should the heartbeat at next weeks appointment. Seems early, any one else get pregnant with infertility treatment and closely being monitored? GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. Just holding it, and looking at it, and taking it all in for the first time!

Kristin712

Cjboyle10 said:

How far along are you? Well today at the doc, she confirmed 5 weeks, I thought I was a little farther ( had an IVF cycle) How are you feeling? Headachy today! Doing anything baby related today? Had an ultrasound, seen the sac and what she believed a tiny yolk sac too. Just one little peanut in there ( concerned about twins since we had IVF.) have another apt next Friday and as long as all looks good she will release me to my obgyn, Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: positive vibes, and patience, so early I still am nervous and after TTC so long, it's still unreal! Questions? The RE. Says we should the heartbeat at next weeks appointment. Seems early, any one else get pregnant with infertility treatment and closely being monitored? GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. Just holding it, and looking at it, and taking it all in for the first time!

Typically, the earliest a heartbeat can be seen is at six weeks, so your RE is correct.

BritMC18

How far along are you? 5 weeks, 2 days

How are you feeling? Fine. My stomach's been a bit upset in the mornings, but I wouldn't go so far as to call it morning sickness yet.

Doing anything baby related today? Nope. 

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: Even though I'm just over a month along, my mom is driving me INSANE with advice, registry stuff, and now has it in her mind she wants to move back from FL to be close to me. 

Questions? Any other first time mom-to-bes having issues with your mom/MIL/etc. already going insane with baby stuff?

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. It will be quite a ways off, but hubby and I love going to concerts, so I can't wait for the kiddo's first show

Tra1010011

How far along are you? 4w5d

How are you feeling? No symptoms, but it feels really weird to have this big secret. I feel like "I'm pregnant" is typed on my forehead because it's pretty much all I think about, but no one by DF and my BFF know. It's cool, but pretty surreal.

Doing anything baby related today? Not drinking wine tonight. There's pretty much no reason other than a baby why I would be doing that.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: Do they have to call it Advanced Maternal Age? (I'm 38.) It makes me sound so ... old.

Questions? How much time do you have?

GTKY - Really, just holding him or her for the first time. After that, everything will be a bonus.

Pupatella

How far along are you? 4w5d

How are you feeling? Great today!! 

Doing anything baby related today? Nope - just bumping.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: @WinchesterGirl where did you get the chart of your chances to keep the baby? Positive vibes to everyone for sticky, healthy babies!! ETA: I found it here

https://forums.thebump.com/discussion/12575727/the-odds-of-not-having-an-early-miscarriage

Questions? Not today.

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO. Reading is a great one!! That will be fun. I think I'm most looking forward to just looking at him/her. I can't wait to see what she/he looks like!!

Bookhousegirl

@Bethanyyyy for DS's first Halloween, I was the mother of dragons, DS was a baby dragon and DH was John Snow We are taking advantage of doing family costume themes until DS starts to have a say.

*tw - loss mentioned*

How far along are you? 4 weeks 3 days

How are you feeling? Pretty good, a bit tired and seriously moody (I actually screamed at DH today which I never do - although he totally deserved it). Morning sickness didn't hit until 7 weeks last time so I'll have to wait and see.

Doing anything baby related today? I just found out this morning, but my brother and sister in law came over for dinner and we told them. Sister in law is 7 weeks so it will be so cool to be going through this together.

Rant/Rave/Positive Vibes: I'm so anxious about whether or not this will be a sticky baby. After my loss a couple of months ago, I'm having a very hard time keeping myself positive.

Questions? None right now.

GTKY - Tell us one thing that you are looking forward to doing for the first time with your new LO.
Having a newborn sleep on my chest again. It is the most incredible feeling to be the one place they want to be in the whole world. I don't feel like I fully appreciated that feeling with DS because I was so overwhelmed so I'm hoping I can be more present this time.