@jacmkelley man, got me crying at 10:30 in the morning! I know I'm probably going to cry like a baby when we have to leave DD because I start to cry just thinking about it!
@jacmkelley that pictures brings instant tears. I can't imagine us going through it, but I know it is only 7 or 8 weeks away. Leaving DD will be one of the hardest moments.
@Bookhousegirl@Skichic626@Lynnlove28 thanks for commiserating. It is such a hard change for them, I know. And it is only going to get harder as this all starts to become more of a reality. We are probably going to do the room switch at the end of July and I still haven't come to terms with her moving out of her crib. At this rate, I think we may just be getting another crib and she can sleep in hers until she is 10.
I know this came up last week in one of our threads, but I just needed to reiterate it because we're not all perfect parents.....Yesterday when I picked DD up from school I was letting her play with my keys as I strapped her into her seat. She knows how to push the buttons and that they lock and unlock the doors - whatever, no big deal. Well, of course, I was so close to closing the door and just letting her hold onto them (it's a keyless fob, so I don't actually need to hold it to start the car) but then realized holy sh*t, she's totally going to lock herself in the car while I'm walking around to the other side. Obviously, I would have been right there and promptly called the police or broken a window myself, but holy crap that scared me that I almost did that not even thinking. It really can happen to ANYONE.
I've foolishly been reading stories this morning of twins dying in a hot car, and they had apparently climbed in themselves while playing. The mother was quoted as saying that the boy was sitting on the floor and had put his head on the seat. Holy hell, I did NOT need that visual. And then another story about a 3 year old who died when her dresser fell over on her, but not one heard it because her body broke it's fall and a drawer ended up choking her. I can't with this stuff today......
@SkiChic626 I have had to remove myself from reading media coverage on all of this stuff. I'm typically one who can handle reading articles etc... But lately I have had legitimate panic attacks about DD. My husband and mom both said I need to stop reading it all. It is genuinely all making me insanely emotional. The day after the little boy at Disney died my MIL was taking DD to a smaller local water park with all the cousins, and DH was going with. I cried the entire morning while they got ready to go terrified she was going to drown or be kidnapped. I'm sincerely losing it with all the child deaths that have been on the news. I know it happens regardless of the media covering it but when I'm hearing it, reading it, seeing it all over the news I have become increasingly paranoid and emotional about my own kid.
@lwc1112 - sometimes as a mom you have to do things imperfectly to remain sane... Or just because that's actually how the real world works.
Of course in a perfect world you would have talked it out, calmly explained to her why peeing on the floor made mommy sad, cleaned her up and sent your angelic child to bed, who apologized sweetly and trotted off without further complaint. Along with your flying pet pig, and the money tree in the backyard.
@jacmkelley - My mom avoided that whole scene, lol. Her water broke while at a party, so I was at a neighbors already. My parents were team green and the first thing I said when they walked in with my new little brother was "Ahem. I asked for a SISTER... can you go back and get a different one?" That age is so tough because they don't really *get* things beyond their own experience.
I was about that same age (3). And honestly - her whole world has already changed, and will again and again. Coping with the change, while not something toddlers do terribly well, is an invaluable life skill. Think of all the opportunities for personal growth and learning you are giving her, not what you are taking away. (her status as an only child)
@jacmkelley that photo is an instant tear jerker! I can't even imagine when the time actually comes!
@SkiChic626 I have had so many moments recently that reiterate why parenting is hard, and why I should not judge others (for the most part). We had a scare with a dresser almost falling on DS, and it was absolutely terrifying!
@jacmkelley@rikopy I was talking to my MIL about it and she said my BIL was in her ribs the entire time. She had a csection and when they pulled him out she heard a pop and a release of pressure. I hope we don't have to wait that long!
Thanks to the Janie and Jack discussion I'm now hooked. I just went into one for the first time and holy crap....I got some dresses for DD and a few one pieces for baby. I was never thrilled with their website but seeing the stuff in person is a game changer!!!! I def can't shop there all the time, tho, hefty price tags! It's probably a good thing I didn't shop there when DD was a baby lol
@jamiesc58 i actually just notice that too, hope all is well @michelle_shelle .......... and i can't read stories about kids or babies because then i am in tears
@SkiChic626.. I went to the outlet mall today for a nursing nightgown and find a couple things at carters for baby. I walked past the janie and jack store with your words in my head! Lol. I spent enough at carters on 3 outfits, I cannot afford a new obsession! But I did pick up another newborn outfit that I don't think we really need, but I've decided it's what baby needs to come home in
I have my growth ultrasound today and I am so excited to see LO! We haven't had an ultrasound since 19 weeks so it will be nice to see that everything is still looking good.
Usually I have no complaints about baby's movement, and I get nervous when I don't feel it....but omg whatever he is doing in there this morning is big and nonstop and it's actually making me nauseous! WTF?!?
@Stephanie7693 Oh, trust me, we certainly don't need anything that I purchased yesterday lol. I think one of the things I bought may be a possible coming home contender, but we'll see - it's just super soft and babyish...most of the stuff I buy isn't super babyish, my style is more like men's clothes in baby sizes haha. For DD to come home I had something personalized with her name on it from Etsy, so I may still go that route, but I also might be too lazy and forget all about that for this one lol.
DH passed a huge test yesterday. This is such a huge thing for my family, and he had already failed twice. Not passing would have had some major repercussions financially. I am so proud of him/relieved! I was out with my students on a field trip at dinner when he called me, I got teary right in the restaurant and my students/staff looked at me like I was crazy or maybe like they should come say something but they were too scared!
This should be one of the last things on the list of things that are stressing me out hard core. After next week and the AC getting fixed on my car (again), I should be smooth sailing, you know, except the last month and a half of pregnancy and stuff.
@texasmama2014 congrats to your DH! Sounds like a huge relief!
Mine has had a huge project at work that he finally completed today, and I'm feeling a similar sense of relief. He has been so distracted with the stress that I feel like he hasn't been able to think about this new baby. I'm hoping this will let him focus a little more on the giant change that's about to happen!
The office cleaning workers who clean the office building across the street from mine are having some kind of strike/rally/picketing event over there today. They are marching around with a small marching band (tuba, trombone, drum, etc) and chanting slogans. I am all in favor of people organizing and demonstrating for fair labor practices but... it's going to be a long day with all this racket!!
I'm currently sitting in the waiting room of the imaging center for my ultrasound. I had to drink 32 oz of water and have a full bladder and I currently have to pee SO BAD. This is utter torture. I might pee all over myself.
I loved this little post on being a SAHM vs. being a working mom... great reminder that the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence, and to try to be content right where we are as moms. https://madison.citymomsblog.com/can-honest-sometimes-get-jealous/
@tisunge602 both SAHM and Working mom's both have a lot in there plate to juggle all around, nice article, i know i won't want to leave LO with no one and will be hard for me to come back to work i might cry.
Ladies, I had such a bad appointment with the lactation counselor today... I almost cried and it felt like we end up getting into a fight... by the end of the appointment I pretty much told her I didn't see the point in breastfeeding anymore.
10/2017: Twins confirmed with TTTS at 22 weeks. 10/10/17 Twin B passed after in utero placenta surgery 11/2/17 Twin A & B born 11/26/17: Twin A passed after 24 days fighting in the NICU Benched 6 months BFP: 6/28/18 MC:7/16/18 BO BFP: 10/2/18 EDD 6/15/18
The ultrasound went good but LO is measuring 2-3 weeks ahead in every way. Bones, weight, head. They are sending the results to my doctor so we will see what they say about it at my next appointment.
Ladies, I had such a bad appointment with the lactation counselor today... I almost cried and it felt like we end up getting into a fight... by the end of the appointment I pretty much told her I didn't see the point in breastfeeding anymore.
What happened?! I'm going to talk to one for the first time soon. I don't know what to expect.
10/2017: Twins confirmed with TTTS at 22 weeks. 10/10/17 Twin B passed after in utero placenta surgery 11/2/17 Twin A & B born 11/26/17: Twin A passed after 24 days fighting in the NICU Benched 6 months BFP: 6/28/18 MC:7/16/18 BO BFP: 10/2/18 EDD 6/15/18
Just found out my office is requiring me to get a doctor's note to wear my flip flops. Apparently, the office manager couldn't tell by looking at my canckles, I couldn't put on another pair of shoes if I wanted to. I would think she had bigger problems on her hands......
@mksfav - Pretty sure today is the last day my flats are going to fit, and it's going to be sandals for the next month to the office. I did try on about 500 pairs of shoes a week or so ago and couldn't find anything wide enough. So, if the office complains about my sandals, I'll be a real grownup and stick out my tounge and tell them I can work from home if they'd rather. Or that's my best current plan. :P
Feeling so confused! Went to L&D this morning because I was feeling like maybe I was in labor. Had a weird night. Sounds weird but, I was having contractions and back pain but the contractions didn't hurt in my front but in my back. I got to hospital and had them progress etc... My OB is on vacation and so the other OB from the office was in her place. My OB is very- well if you go into labor at this point we will just have a baby. They told me they didn't want to push the labor along because he isn't full term but I'm too far along to really stop it. I'm 35w3d so I'm in limbo. They monitored me for 2 hours, I had two different nurses check me and for change in cerix and dilation and the nurse said no change. They gave me a shot that will weaken the cervix so the contractions slow down. And sure enough they did and I opted to go home rather than stay there and wait it out.
We came home I took a giant nap and woke up feeling off still. My back is still hurting, the nurse said that it's possible he is facing up and his crown is pushing on my back. I've had a few contractions since being home but nothing like this morning.
I'm not in a hurry to get him here necessarily, but I'm also not trying to be what feels like being in labor on and off for 5 days. I need by body to pick one or the other and let's push forward. But not knowing if I'll go right back into the same or just subside is driving me nuts. I'm officially a couch potato and just feeling confused emotions. I thought for sure this baby would be here tonight lol. I know he will be here soon enough so I'm not sad. But the unknown of when this will progress has me on edge.
@jacmkelley How frustrating to be in limbo! I hope you get some relief soon and baby decides what it wants to do!
*TW Spoiler*
DD: Aug '16
10/2017: Twins confirmed with TTTS at 22 weeks. 10/10/17 Twin B passed after in utero placenta surgery 11/2/17 Twin A & B born 11/26/17: Twin A passed after 24 days fighting in the NICU Benched 6 months BFP: 6/28/18 MC:7/16/18 BO BFP: 10/2/18 EDD 6/15/18
@mksfav. I have been wearing sketchers yoga sandals for the last 2-3 weeks. My feet don't fit in anything else. No one at work has said a word and I work in a large corporate office.
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@Bookhousegirl @Skichic626 @Lynnlove28 thanks for commiserating. It is such a hard change for them, I know. And it is only going to get harder as this all starts to become more of a reality. We are probably going to do the room switch at the end of July and I still haven't come to terms with her moving out of her crib. At this rate, I think we may just be getting another crib and she can sleep in hers until she is 10.
@texasmama2014 My voodoo is gone. Back to sleeping like crap. Here's to hoping I can stay awake at my desk today.
BFP #1: 08/17/2012 DD1 born 05/01/2013
BFP #2: 07/31/2015 M/C 09/23/2015 (11.5 weeks)
I've foolishly been reading stories this morning of twins dying in a hot car, and they had apparently climbed in themselves while playing. The mother was quoted as saying that the boy was sitting on the floor and had put his head on the seat. Holy hell, I did NOT need that visual. And then another story about a 3 year old who died when her dresser fell over on her, but not one heard it because her body broke it's fall and a drawer ended up choking her. I can't with this stuff today......
Baby #2 due 8/11/2016
I'm sincerely losing it with all the child deaths that have been on the news. I know it happens regardless of the media covering it but when I'm hearing it, reading it, seeing it all over the news I have become increasingly paranoid and emotional about my own kid.
@lwc1112 - sometimes as a mom you have to do things imperfectly to remain sane... Or just because that's actually how the real world works.
Of course in a perfect world you would have talked it out, calmly explained to her why peeing on the floor made mommy sad, cleaned her up and sent your angelic child to bed, who apologized sweetly and trotted off without further complaint. Along with your flying pet pig, and the money tree in the backyard.
@jacmkelley - My mom avoided that whole scene, lol. Her water broke while at a party, so I was at a neighbors already. My parents were team green and the first thing I said when they walked in with my new little brother was "Ahem. I asked for a SISTER... can you go back and get a different one?" That age is so tough because they don't really *get* things beyond their own experience.
I was about that same age (3). And honestly - her whole world has already changed, and will again and again. Coping with the change, while not something toddlers do terribly well, is an invaluable life skill. Think of all the opportunities for personal growth and learning you are giving her, not what you are taking away. (her status as an only child)
@SkiChic626 I have had so many moments recently that reiterate why parenting is hard, and why I should not judge others (for the most part). We had a scare with a dresser almost falling on DS, and it was absolutely terrifying!
Baby #2: Emmeline Grey - August 2016
Baby #3: BFP 9/7/18 | EDD 05/24/19
Baby #2 due 8/11/2016
Baby #2 due 8/11/2016
Baby #2 due 8/11/2016
This should be one of the last things on the list of things that are stressing me out hard core. After next week and the AC getting fixed on my car (again), I should be smooth sailing, you know, except the last month and a half of pregnancy and stuff.
Mine has had a huge project at work that he finally completed today, and I'm feeling a similar sense of relief. He has been so distracted with the stress that I feel like he hasn't been able to think about this new baby. I'm hoping this will let him focus a little more on the giant change that's about to happen!
https://madison.citymomsblog.com/can-honest-sometimes-get-jealous/
NUMBER 13!!! HAHAHA
I think carters is my favorite baby brand. I can't stop buying it.
DD: Aug '16
10/2017: Twins confirmed with TTTS at 22 weeks.
10/10/17 Twin B passed after in utero placenta surgery
11/2/17 Twin A & B born
11/26/17: Twin A passed after 24 days fighting in the NICU
Benched 6 months
BFP: 6/28/18 MC:7/16/18 BO
BFP: 10/2/18 EDD 6/15/18
DD: Aug '16
10/2017: Twins confirmed with TTTS at 22 weeks.
10/10/17 Twin B passed after in utero placenta surgery
11/2/17 Twin A & B born
11/26/17: Twin A passed after 24 days fighting in the NICU
Benched 6 months
BFP: 6/28/18 MC:7/16/18 BO
BFP: 10/2/18 EDD 6/15/18
@mksfav Petty Betty
https://www.famousfootwear.com/en-US/Product/55888-1036419/XOXO/Black/Womens+Lennox+Sandal.aspx
Went to L&D this morning because I was feeling like maybe I was in labor. Had a weird night. Sounds weird but, I was having contractions and back pain but the contractions didn't hurt in my front but in my back. I got to hospital and had them progress etc... My OB is on vacation and so the other OB from the office was in her place. My OB is very- well if you go into labor at this point we will just have a baby. They told me they didn't want to push the labor along because he isn't full term but I'm too far along to really stop it. I'm 35w3d so I'm in limbo. They monitored me for 2 hours, I had two different nurses check me and for change in cerix and dilation and the nurse said no change. They gave me a shot that will weaken the cervix so the contractions slow down. And sure enough they did and I opted to go home rather than stay there and wait it out.
We came home I took a giant nap and woke up feeling off still. My back is still hurting, the nurse said that it's possible he is facing up and his crown is pushing on my back. I've had a few contractions since being home but nothing like this morning.
I'm not in a hurry to get him here necessarily, but I'm also not trying to be what feels like being in labor on and off for 5 days. I need by body to pick one or the other and let's push forward. But not knowing if I'll go right back into the same or just subside is driving me nuts. I'm officially a couch potato and just feeling confused emotions. I thought for sure this baby would be here tonight lol. I know he will be here soon enough so I'm not sad. But the unknown of when this will progress has me on edge.
DD: Aug '16
10/2017: Twins confirmed with TTTS at 22 weeks.
10/10/17 Twin B passed after in utero placenta surgery
11/2/17 Twin A & B born
11/26/17: Twin A passed after 24 days fighting in the NICU
Benched 6 months
BFP: 6/28/18 MC:7/16/18 BO
BFP: 10/2/18 EDD 6/15/18