FFFC

slorbets

This board has been a bit quiet so far this week...Looking to hear about all your juicy FFFC's

quartz02

I've been pretty good about staying away from caffeinated sodas lately but I just cracked open a Diet Mountain Dew. Sorry, baby! Your big sister is exhausting and your dad is out of town. {FTR I don't drink coffee so my caffeine intake is pretty limited}

HoneyBear40

Probably more a UO than FFFC but I am not going to be one of the pregnant women wearing dresses & skirts all summer. Wore a dress this week as a change of pace and by the end of the day I felt so sore and heavy it was ridiculous. Give me the belly band support pants!

quartz02

@honeybear40 I didn't think I would be either but with my 1st pregnancy my crotch got super sensitive in the last trimester and I didn't want anything rubbing against it. Not to say it will happen to everyone but a forewarning that it might!

sboston06

@HoneyBear40 I noticed when I was on vacation that when I'd wear my leggings with no support, my belly and hips were so sore at the end of the day. The jeans with the thick support band on top were SO much better. I do think I'll probably wear dresses anyways since I haven't been doing much walking these days. The worst part about wearing dresses is the chafing. Need to remember to wear Body Glide!!

LDSJM123

With the exception of the one mama on this BMB who rocks the matching ones with her cutie son (because that's adorable) for HDBD, I'm not a fan of LuLaroe. Maybe I'm missing something but they don't appeal to me. 

quartz02

@LDSJM123 I think they're adorable but I'm too cheap/lazy to revamp my wardrobe. Also, another FFFC, I'm "skinny" but my thighs and hips go in/out unevenly (rather than having a nice, smooth curve) so I don't like to wear tight things that draw attention to that.

deuxbouledogues

@LDSJM123 I don't even know what LuLaroe is besides that someone kept trying to add me to a Facebook group for it. Due to that I stuck it in the same category as that fiber mascara or tummy flattening wrap things. Maybe it's great I don't know, but the continued forced FB add killed it for me. 

HoneyBear40

@quartz02 Interesting! Hopefully that doesn't happen but thanks for the head's up! Is there a compromise for pregnant ladies? A skirt with the belly band - that might work...

@sboston06 That might be my other problem. My thighs have always chaffed and I've always worn spandex shorts under skirts & dresses for comfort. Clearly my spandex didn't fit this week with the dress so I was rubbing and feeling heavy

mckcak23

For chafing under skirts/dresses I always wear Jockey's Skimmys. They are just little nylon shorts that prevent rubbing. They are not thick so it doesn't make me hotter and they are not spanx-like to suck you in. Generally I cannot feel that I am wearing them. 

TattoosandLace

It's almost May. If you're posting decently and still don't have your own little photo/avi/profile picture/whatever TB calls it, I side eye you. 

sunshineandwhiskey

My FFFC - We are team green only because DH will blab the sex to anyone and everyone we see or meet, and I like to keep things more personal.  Well, on 5/3 I have a MFM appointment where they are doing a growth scan.  He is un able to make it because of coaching a lacrosse game, and I am SO tempted to ask what the sex is just so I know, and continue pretending that we didin't find out. 

rnyland1

Not much of a confession but I had a huge bowl of golden grahams as a bedtime "snack" last night and then had pizza for breakfast this morning. Going to be tough getting rid of all this baby weight!

Also, great ideas about the spandex shorts under dresses/skirts.  I never thought of that as I've never had a chafing problem before (except during my last pregnancy). Definitely not used to these new thighs of mine.

lizhurt

FFFC: I am having anxiety about how big I am getting and how I look in photos. I was already tall and not thin (size 10-12) before getting pregnant, and now I feel like a gigantic person. I started worrying last night about people taking pics at my baby shower in a little less than a month (when I will inevitable be even bigger) and posting them to social media - especially candid shots which I already hate. I don't feel like there is any way for me to ask people not to take pictures without seeming like a vain control freak, but I don't know how to get over the fear that terribly unflattering pictures of me will end up splashed all over FB.

Cosmic+Love

I like annoying my miserable, cynical MIL with optimism. Feels like a superpower.

HMcDade1

I HATE when people think antibiotics heal all. Especially when MOST adult illnesses are viral and therefore that antibiotic is a total placebo. We are breeding the super bugs of the future by not just using rest, Tylenol for fevers, and good old immune systems. 

Weville

I don't want to work anymore. It feels really strange because I love what I do and have always been really wrapped up in my career but all I want to do is stay home, eat and take walks with my pups. I'm too tired to adult anymore (on the flip side I'm so amazed and impressed with everyone working/ going to school/ raising kids while pregnant. I think you are all superheroes)

sboston06

@Weville - I never thought I'd say it but I completely agree with you. Thinking about going back to work after maternity leave already  has me anxious. DH thinks I'll be fine to go back to work full time and I just want to go back part-time. I don't think he realizes how much work a baby will be. I'm avoiding the argument for now and hoping I can convince him it will work once the baby is actually here.

kellz14

HMcDade1 said:

I HATE when people think antibiotics heal all. Especially when MOST adult illnesses are viral and therefore that antibiotic is a total placebo. We are breeding the super bugs of the future by not just using rest, Tylenol for fevers, and good old immune systems. 

This. I blame more so the medical establishment where doctors feel pressured to give the patients the medication they want and may not need - for fear over losing business or something worse.  Without properly educating them.  One of my best friends is a PA though (and is also pregnant, due 2 weeks after me!) and I love how she refuses to give out antibiotics to people who demand them and don't need them.  Unfortunately it's nearly gotten her in trouble a few times because of how some patients would throw a hissy fit and complain to her management about it.  Probably if other doctors didn't hand them out like candy, they might not have such expectations.

soberkfell

My FFFC - I use Q-tips to clean out my ears. It feels great, I make sure not to stick them in too far, and I don't plan on stopping.

Weville

@sboston06 I'm lucky because I'm Canadian and I get a year off with our baby so I'm not as concerned about going back to work. I know it's going to be super hard but at least he'll be a little bigger. I would stop working tomorrow if I could (well, that's how I feel today haha)

Kellyj103

Last night, after the longest day ever, I went on zulilly and without thinking about it or discussing it with my husband, I bought a changing table. I woke up this morning with no regrets. My MIL has somewhat convinced my husband that we don't need one. Maybe she's right, but don't we get to decide that? 

I just showed my husband and he's ok with my impulse buy. Can't wait to see what everyone else says. Hehehehe

kellz14

soberkfell said:

My FFFC - I use Q-tips to clean out my ears. It feels great, I make sure not to stick them in too far, and I don't plan on stopping.

Wait - That's supposed to be a bad thing? hah. I must be missing something.

HMcDade1

kellz14 said:

HMcDade1 said:

I HATE when people think antibiotics heal all. Especially when MOST adult illnesses are viral and therefore that antibiotic is a total placebo. We are breeding the super bugs of the future by not just using rest, Tylenol for fevers, and good old immune systems. 

This. I blame more so the medical establishment where doctors feel pressured to give the patients the medication they want and may not need - for fear over losing business or something worse.  Without properly educating them.  One of my best friends is a PA though (and is also pregnant, due 2 weeks after me!) and I love how she refuses to give out antibiotics to people who demand them and don't need them.  Unfortunately it's nearly gotten her in trouble a few times because of how some patients would throw a hissy fit and complain to her management about it.  Probably if other doctors didn't hand them out like candy, they might not have such expectations.

Unfortunately we live in a magic pill society and until people stop thinking that a zpack will fix everything it's not going to change. You know what azithromycin is SUPPOSED to be given for? Pneumonia, so your cough, cold, sinus infection, ear infection, post nasal whatever is not even being fixed by it. Good thing I don't work in primary care or I'd be getting complaints too. Sorry you get an Rx for chicken noodle soup and sleep my friend. 

HMcDade1

kellz14 said:

soberkfell said:

My FFFC - I use Q-tips to clean out my ears. It feels great, I make sure not to stick them in too far, and I don't plan on stopping.

Wait - That's supposed to be a bad thing? hah. I must be missing something.

I'm guilty too. The idea is that you're pushing the wax further down, they literally tell us to tell people nothing smaller than your elbows in your ears. Just don't go pushing the qtip so far in that you're at risk of rupturing your eardrum and generally speaking you're fine. Ear washes are the disgusting alternative. 

rnyland1

@HMcDade1 totally agree there. My mother is a hypochondriac and is one of those people who goes to the doctor/ER over every little thing, and demands antibiotics for every little cough and cold. She used to take me to doctor all the time, again over every little thing.  And I used to get sick ALL THE TIME. Funny how after I had my first kid I hardly ever get sick anymore.  Being exposed to all those daycare germs all the time must have really strengthened my immune system!

elldel

I'm with you, @sboston06 and @Weville! I genuinely do love my job (I teach second grade) but I am so ready for the year to be done. I'm sick of standing all day, I don't want any of the students to touch me because germs, and I find their incessant talking to be just plain annoying, not cute like it used to be. I'm afraid I'm going to end up being one of those women who dislikes any child but her own...

elenabrent

@LDSJM123 I have a few pairs of leggings from lularoe that I didn't love before I was pregnant because they were too big. But now they are fitting perfectly. I don't think I get the craze, but they are soft as shit. And @Taymiller and Murph are ADORABLE.  

kellz14

My FFC: I think a few people mentioned registry stalking already - But I'm registry stalking just to get a clue of when my sisters are planning my surprise bridal shower.  I know nothing about it - I don't even know if they sent out invites yet.  So I've been stalking to see if anyone buys anything - then I will know they've sent out invites.  Haha, sad, I know! I'm so grateful I have amazing sisters who would throw this for me - but my slight control freak nature is getting the better of me.

ButterMyBiscuit

elldel said:

I'm with you, @sboston06 and @Weville! I genuinely do love my job (I teach second grade) but I am so ready for the year to be done. I'm sick of standing all day, I don't want any of the students to touch me because germs, and I find their incessant talking to be just plain annoying, not cute like it used to be. I'm afraid I'm going to end up being one of those women who dislikes any child but her own...

I am one of those women. Other people's kids drive me fucking nuts. I am not blind to my own child's obnoxious behavior at times but overall, I never want to spend time with any other kid than my own. Before I had him, I gave most kids a chance. Nah, not so much now.

Taymiller

elenabrent said:

@LDSJM123 I have a few pairs of leggings from lularoe that I didn't love before I was pregnant because they were too big. But now they are fitting perfectly. I don't think I get the craze, but they are soft as shit. And @Taymiller and Murph are ADORABLE.  

Thanks  

full ll on LuLaRoe addict over here I haven't unpacked any maternity clothes and just wear my LLR and think I look so cute 

megstervt

I got a pair of LuLaRoe for Christmas and didn't put them on until about February.  Now they're my dedicated home pants and I'm planning on wearing them home from the hospital too.  So soft.  Also Murph in whale leggings was pretty much the highlight of HDBD.

I have two confessions this week...

1) I have an advanced degree, board certification and license in behavior change.  It's my literal job to change childrens' behavior.  I am terrified I will be able to apply none of this knowledge to my own kid and he's going to be a jerk.

2) MH and I decided this morning that we are going to move forward with placenta encapsulation and circumcision.  Big morning for controversial decisions in my household.

randypluskate

I'm a LuLaRoe addict too. The clothes make me feel good about myself and like I'm wearing pajamas to work. And yes, @Taymiller and Murph kill me every HDBD.

soberkfell

My second FFFC: My son has eaten birthday cake for dinner every night this week. After the tragedy my co-worker experienced last week, I'm picking my battles. I brought the rest of the cake to work today, so there won't be any temptation at home anymore and hopefully it'll be back to balanced meals for him.

jlgriff11

Fact: LulaRoe leggings in biggest size they have still not big enough for my gigantic stomach.   

austinjl

I really want there to be a circumcision discussion.  Not so people can go back and forth and be judgey to one another.    Just to get differing opinions.  Of course, I am doing my own research and plan to talk to the pediatrician about it next month too.

jlgriff11

This might be me taking the easy way out (it is) but I let my husband decide the circumcision issue. He's the only one of the two of us with a dick so I thought he was better equipped to make a reasonable and informed decision. He didn't even think about it before he said of course they would be circumcised, so there you go.  

agradi

jlgriff11 said:

This might be me taking the easy way out (it is) but I let my husband decide the circumcision issue. He's the only one of the two of us with a dick so I thought he was better equipped to make a reasonable and informed decision. He didn't even think about it before he said of course they would be circumcised, so there you go.  

This is how I feel about it too. I don't have one, hubs does. I know some people won't, and I know some people will. I don't judge either way. 

ButterMyBiscuit

My confession: If you're one of those people who post random quotes with random backgrounds on facebook ALL OF THE TIME, we can't be friends. Period. Stop it!

kellz14

Yeah - I think we've come close to discussing the circumcision thing on a few other UOs or FFCs.  It can be get pretty heated but hopefully if folks want to exchange info it can be done with everyone respecting each other. But like @jlgriff11 I'm letting my husband decide. In fact, when I asked him, he looked at me like I was nuts for even asking and said of course we will. I have no idea what it's like to wield one of those, so yeah. I'm researching about a million different topics about childbirth and babies, so this is one less thing for me to worry about, even if it's the easy way out.. 

erin7264

jlgriff11 said:

This might be me taking the easy way out (it is) but I let my husband decide the circumcision issue. He's the only one of the two of us with a dick so I thought he was better equipped to make a reasonable and informed decision. He didn't even think about it before he said of course they would be circumcised, so there you go.  

This was our plan of action too before we found out we are having a girl. It was a no-brainer for him, although I understand some people feel differently about the experience. 

My FFFC? I felt like a giant whale on top of DH last night during sex, and it made me want to cry. My belly is getting in the way and I just don't find many of the belly-friendly positions comfortable or as enjoyable. I don't know what I'm going to do when it gets bigger.