We got so much awesome stuff at yard sales this weekend, but I seriously want to cry thinking about cleaning it and putting it all away. Then I remembered were having another baby shower on July 4th so there will be more to clean and put away. I know I should be so grateful we can afford this stuff and people want to gift us things, but I'm so tired.
Spent the entire day cleaning and grocery shopping and I just effing overdid it to the enth degree. My sciatic nerve is screaming and my pelvis is so sore I can barely move. I just want to make it through these last 4-5 weeks with a LITTLE grace! How am I supposed to function as a mom, wife, and employee if I can't DO anything???
@jen11797 likewise! I called her on it and told it I found it repulsive to ever compare women to them! Haha I was told I was overly sensitive and should go use the nurture app! Please standing up for women and saying it's wrong to degrade other women with such terminology is not sensitive it is common decency! Ugh! This is why I should not lurk there...
I'm glad you said something about it, @Backbypopulardemand ... Though I wish it had taken more root in the recipient's mind. Women should maintain a level of respect for each other in our language if we want others to do so!
Was excited taking a truck load of stuff to our new house...(still aren't moving in for at least 3-4 weeks) and am suddenly overwhelmed thinking of moving in unpacking etc and getting ready for a baby so close to my due date...
This is a very random post. One of my students, a 45ish yo man from Japan asked me, with a heavy accent and a very serious look on his face, if I ever thought about the fact that I have a naked man that I have never met, inside of me. Now this is all I can think about.
@lness I am having a girl and my sister (who has had 4) looked at me and said, "Right now you have all the eggs for every one of your grandchildren inside you."
Since my feet swell up like sausages every day while I'm at work, I gave up with real shoes and bought some crocs. Not the totally ugly clog-types, but some semi-ugly flip-flop types. Yep - I'm frump girl now!!
@rnyland1 I don't blame you! Flip flops are totally against our dress code, but I've been wearing some interesting Croc styles to work....they are comfy and that is my priority right now!
I have the best random ever today: my sister is pregnant! We just found out last night and I couldn't be more excited for her and my BIL! They have been trying for over 18 months and it was somewhat bittersweet when we found out I was expecting since she is older and had been trying and our baby is a (very much wanted) surprise. I am so overwhelmed with happiness right now, and since it's too early to share with anyone outside of family, I thought I would come here to express my joy. I can't wait to be an aunt!!
So I got to work and was getting into the elevator at the exact moment that the power went out. I was literally half a second away from getting stuck in there, and the power remained off for 45 minutes. I would have gone into labor. Seriously.
@rlopezlavalle that is absolutely terrifying! so glad you didn't get stuck!! just reading your post gave my claustrophobic ass some damn anxiety! elevators are the devil.
Update* I'm in the hospital, was admitted yesterday evening. I'm on the high risk antepartum unit for uncontrolled cholestasis. Bed is relatively comfortable, food is ok, and I used to work here on L&D so everyone has been stopping over to visit and hang out! I had a bpp this morning and baby looks great, is very active still. So the plan is to do bi weekly bpp's, twice a day nsts, fetal heart checks every 4 hrs, and vitals every 8. I received my first dose of betamethasone yesterday and will get my 2nd tonight. I'll have labs drawn every other day, and as long as things stay stable I will stay here and be induced at 36 weeks which is June 11th!
Child care has been worked out for this week and ds can come visit at any time for as long as we want! My wonderful family pulled together a last minute 1st birthday party for Weston as we had to cancel it which was awesome! Everyone came from out of town (it's a 4 hr drive) and my sister picked up gifts from the ppl who weren't able to come. I had already bought all the decorations, and done a lot of crafting and they took it from there! They also threw me a mini shower within it which was so sweet and unexpected! I got a couple cute blankies and outfits for LO and my sisters and mom all chipped in to get our double stroller! So all in all even though I'm stuck in the hospital I'm trying to be positive about it and know it's what's best for the safety of baby Landon. I've cried more times than I can count in the last several days about being away from ds but at least the plan is in place and I've got 11 or so days to go until induction day!
Heres my my little cake savage at the birthday party!
So I was painting the diaper changing table last night and wasn't even thinking that it would be harmful to the baby. I was doing it in a huge room that has ventilation. I don't really see a problem with it, but I told a coworker about it and she snapped at me and told me I should get my SO to do it. I looked online and I don't see anything that says it's unsafe to paint? It's just latex paint that barely has a smell. I just wanted some opinions on it. Should I stop painting or just wear a mask and take breaks? Thanks ladies!
@foxa319 you'll be in my thoughts! So glad your son got to have a little party-those pics are adorable Hope all continues to go well with your LO so he can stay put for a couple more weeks!
@foxa319 sounds like you have everything in place! Now time to relax as much as possible and take care.
@setosh I have painted rooms a few times while pregnant. It's totally okay. Just make sure the window is open and choose latex paint that is low or no VOC.
@setosh Latex paints are better than others and hopefully you kept the room ventilated. I painted DD's room during my pregnancy and wasn't worried about it. It's no longer strictly forbidden for pregnant women.
@foxa319 I'm glad you have a plan until LO comes! Try to enjoy your time in the hospital while you're there. Your party for DS looked like fun and I'm sure he enjoyed it
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TTC #2 in September 2018 BFP on 12/2/18 - EDD 8/16/19
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@foxa319 I'm glad they seem to have everything under control! I can only imagine how hard it is for you to be away from DS right now, I'll be keeping you guys in my prayers!
@stellaluna14 whoa...that looks awesome for an inflatable pool. What is the name/brand of this product?
It's the Intex Easy Set 8 by 30. I ordered it on amazon! It's deep enough that I can fully submerge myself and wide enough that I can stretch out and float. Basically the best purchase ever.
@setosh I helped paint our house while I was pregnant. Paints are much more safe than they used to be. Years ago they used lead when they made paint and that was the issue for pregnant women. They don't use lead anymore.
@MurphaLurph Same here. I have this thing with people poking my belly button - it's uncomfortable as hell. This baby is essentially pushing as hard she can against the inside of my belly button. I want to cry and vomit at the same time. Then there are the really quick/violent movements that take my breath away. Little movements are fine - trying to kill Mommy is not.
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@murphalurph Right there with you! I understand that space is limited in there, but I'd really appreciate it if the baby would keep her cute little feet out of my ribs and quit attempting to stretch out as far as she can. At this point, movements are starting to hurt quite frequently!
So there's this boy. He kinda stole my heart. He calls me "Mom"
Update: Only because some people were so worried about her -- the person who asked about an inappropriately joking dad has not signed back on since May 26. Not that any of us are real surprised to hear it. That is all.
I had a giant homemade iced coffee today. because I was dragging and needed a pick me up. Now little man is bouncing around like CRAZY -- he won't stop moving. Freaking out slightly because I've never felt him move around THIS much for such an extended period of time. Sorry little dude... Hopefully he's just having fun and my freakout is for nothing.
ETA: I cut out coffee a few months ago and only have the occasional cup of low caffeine tea... except for today
I feel like I have completely forgotten how to put makeup on my face. I can do everyday stuff like tinted moisturizer with a little blush and mascara, but full face? Completely incompetent. Everything looks wrong, fake and garish. And I've tried YouTube tutorials and such, but I have slightly hooded eyelids and end up looking like Mimi from the drew carey show.
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Married: October 2014
TTC #1 since September 2015
Now this is all I can think about.
Both comments are so creepy to think about.
Child care has been worked out for this week and ds can come visit at any time for as long as we want! My wonderful family pulled together a last minute 1st birthday party for Weston as we had to cancel it which was awesome! Everyone came from out of town (it's a 4 hr drive) and my sister picked up gifts from the ppl who weren't able to come. I had already bought all the decorations, and done a lot of crafting and they took it from there! They also threw me a mini shower within it which was so sweet and unexpected! I got a couple cute blankies and outfits for LO and my sisters and mom all chipped in to get our double stroller!
So all in all even though I'm stuck in the hospital I'm trying to be positive about it and know it's what's best for the safety of baby Landon. I've cried more times than I can count in the last several days about being away from ds but at least the plan is in place and I've got 11 or so days to go until induction day!
Heres my my little cake savage at the birthday party!
@setosh I have painted rooms a few times while pregnant. It's totally okay. Just make sure the window is open and choose latex paint that is low or no VOC.
@foxa319 I'm glad you have a plan until LO comes! Try to enjoy your time in the hospital while you're there. Your party for DS looked like fun and I'm sure he enjoyed it
Started TTC in June 2014
Started seeing RE in June 2015
HSG in July 2015 = normal, started Clomid/Ovidrel/IUI cycle in August 2015
Cycle #3 in October afforded 1st month of mature follicles - underwent IUI
BFP on 10/27/15 - EDD 7/8/16
DD#1 born on 7/1/16
TTC #2 in September 2018
BFP on 12/2/18 - EDD 8/16/19
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Not pictured: stack of books, strawberry lemonade, otter pops for days.
July BMB June Signature
So there's this boy. He kinda stole my heart. He calls me "Mom"
Voted "Mom of the Year" 2012 Sweetpea Mom Awards
ETA: I cut out coffee a few months ago and only have the occasional cup of low caffeine tea... except for today
I don't know what I'm doing! I look ridiculous.