So, I've mentioned this in a couple diff threads in passing but haven't discussed it directly and could use good vibes and would appreciate any thoughts, so here goes -
I applied for a really great job on a whim about a week and a half ago. I wasn't planning on seriously pursuing a full-time job until the first of the year, but I saw this one by chance and it reads like it was written for me. Plays perfectly to my skill set, pays really well, appears to be somewhat flexible and the position is being newly created so not stepping into anyone's shoes nor are they trying to fill it around someone's leave. I mentioned at the end of the phone interview that I'm pregnant - I couldn't imagine walking in 6mths preggo for an interview without having given them a head's up. Any thoughts on the matter? I'm not sure what I'm even asking, I think I'm just nervous about going in with such an obvious 'situation', like it (or I, lol) will be the elephant in the room....
@jennbaylor12 I think that if it's a great job for you, then go for it! It's hard to find a job that seems like a perfect fit. There's nothing to lose by going for the interview, and you were considerate enough to tell them you're pregnant which you didn't even have to do. If they offer you the job, you can do the pro/con list at that point. Good luck!
One of my co workers just said "I eat for two a lot!" I laughed and joked back "ohh I do too even when I'm not carrying pregnant!" Wait... What did I just say?
good luck @jennbaylor12! every hiring official is different, but as someone who does a lot of hiring in my company i would absolutely appreciate the heads up, and if you were the right fit it totally wouldn't matter to me if you were pregnant. i hope it works out for you!
Just saw Sharon Osbourne and the oldest daughter at our hotel in Hawaii. Kinda neat. Didn't hear her speak so I'm not 100% sure it's her, but I'm pretty sure.
@jennbaylor12 - good luck with your interview. I think when pregnancy is early on, there's no need to tell, but when it's physically obvious and you'd be on leave soon it's best to bring it into the room so that you and your future employer can discuss what that would mean to make sure everyone is on the same page. If it's going to hurt you in the process, it would hurt you either way, cuz it's not like they wouldn't figure it out when you showed up. So I think you made the right decision.
@jennbaylor12 It sounds like you made a good move. Ultimately if you get the job, there will be less stress regarding your pregnancy, leave, etc. And to be honest, if it's a company that would allow that information to illegally sway their hiring decision, I don't think I'd want to work for them. I hope you get good news on that front soon! Good luck!
On a side note, I'm having a tough time resisting eating all the food I brought to work today and leaving. So hungry and tired. Stupid professionalism.
I am now to the point where the phenergan and zofran are not working. I have been throwing up all night and all morning and haven't been able to keep down water. My OB is having me go to L&D for monitoring and IV therapy. Hoping that helps and that we won't be there all day, I hate that I'm having to miss class over this. But gotta make sure baby and I don't get too dehydrated.
I am now to the point where the phenergan and zofran are not working. I have been throwing up all night and all morning and haven't been able to keep down water. My OB is having me go to L&D for monitoring and IV therapy. Hoping that helps and that we won't be there all day, I hate that I'm having to miss class over this. But gotta make sure baby and I don't get too dehydrated.
I'm so so sorry. I know how miserable life is with all this. I think it's amazing you're still balancing school. Hang in there girl
Hi ladies! I'm not yet caught up after being away but hugs to anyone who needs them this week...
Also - in case you aren't yet on the mailing list Carter's is having their big baby sale right now. 50% off on quite a bit of baby items. Sleepers for $6, blankets, bibs, layette sets ...
@ashleaf2018 - I can't even imagine being that sick for this long! I hope they are able to find something to finally give you some relief! Sending good thoughts your way.
Background info: I'm getting huge movement that can be seen from the outside. We are also potty training my 2yo.
I was taking a video of my belly jumping around...in the background you can hear DH say "that is an amazing poop DD! Sourlemon, you should come check this out!". And DD saying "yukky poop".
Update: I am home now! My veins were teeny tiny and very fragile from being dehydrated, so of course two of my veins busted trying to insert the dang IV. 3rd one worked, I got two bags of fluids, Zofran, and Pepcid. I am on strict orders to continue my medicine routine and eat only very bland foods. So basically what I have been doing all along. Hoping the IV fluids have kind of "reset" everything and the nausea will be easier to manage.
@ashleaf2018 I hope it works! I feel so bad for you, it's not fair that you are still so sick. If I had a magic button to make it all better, I'd totally push it for you!
My random is that we went to kindergarten orientation for my 5yr old, and the k teacher asks her "do you have any questions for me or is there anything you are wondering about?" to which my daughter says "yes. I was wondering what Santa is going to bring me for Christmas?" Oh yes, that's my child.
@ashleaf2018 I'm glad you're back home. I'm so sorry for what you're having to go through. I'm hoping fervently with you that the reset indeed works and you get some relief. Major respect for you for trying to push through and continue with school in spite of this struggle. In my book, you're basically qualifying for superwoman status at this point.
my poor baby guy has a bug. He's got diarrhea and woke up spiking a fever a bit ago. I gave him some ibuprofen and took him to sit outside to cool down and [fffc] absolutely loved getting to hold him and him be snuggly with me. He is so on all the time he never cuddles into me but he just curled up in my arms and fell back asleep. Oh boy did I cherish that (but of course hope he wakes up feeling better).
This a stupid question but I googled and can't find it. Does anyone know if dunkin donuts is carrying apple cider this fall? I'm craving it like crazy and can't find it anywhere.
Shout out to my local Buffalo Wild Wings. They always treat me so fabulously since I became pregnant.
Since I started on my BP meds, I am exhausted and lose steam very quickly when I'm out and about. DH is gone for the weekend, so I decided to go get a few things for my hospital bag (Hallelujer, I still fit in Medium pajama bottoms!) and go grab some boneless wings to go for lunch.
I start feeling kind of...hazy, and I immediately regret going out by myself. I make it to BWW, 30 minutes before my order is supposed to be ready. They gave me a nice cushy seat next to the AC, gave me water, and immediately worked on my order--they gave me 5 extra wings at no extra charge.
I made it home fine, as the water and AC was so refreshing, and I'm staying put until DH comes home tomorrow night. I just thought it was so nice of them.
@Austenista Have you seen any of the other seasons of Chef's Table? We love watching it and will probably start the France season tonight. It's so beautifully done.
I'm a mess. I'm so uncomfortable all the time between back/shoulder/hip pain, varicose vein pain, and being so freaking hot all the time. Not to mention the lack of sleep caused by all the discomfort. I'm SO SO done! I don't whine to many of my IRL friends because they know we had trouble getting pregnant this time (and with DD) and I would never want to seem ungrateful. I'm a very level headed, not super emotional person. I'm so rarely crabby or short tempered. But seriously, I feel so irritable constantly. I just want everyone to leave me alone until this baby is born!
I'm trying to have extra patience with my kids but I feel like I'm constantly using my "firm" tone to get them to do anything and I hate that. I've warned DH that these last 11-12 weeks are probably going to be tough for him and that he hasn't really ever seen this side of me (even in the 9 years we have been married!). I know there are many other Dec16 mommas who have been having a hard time so I feel bad even complaining to you all! But I'm feeling miserable every day and I just want to feel normal again!! Wah!
I'm a mess. I'm so uncomfortable all the time between back/shoulder/hip pain, varicose vein pain, and being so freaking hot all the time. Not to mention the lack of sleep caused by all the discomfort. I'm SO SO done! I don't whine to many of my IRL friends because they know we had trouble getting pregnant this time (and with DD) and I would never want to seem ungrateful. I'm a very level headed, not super emotional person. I'm so rarely crabby or short tempered. But seriously, I feel so irritable constantly. I just want everyone to leave me alone until this baby is born!
I'm trying to have extra patience with my kids but I feel like I'm constantly using my "firm" tone to get them to do anything and I hate that. I've warned DH that these last 11-12 weeks are probably going to be tough for him and that he hasn't really ever seen this side of me (even in the 9 years we have been married!). I know there are many other Dec16 mommas who have been having a hard time so I feel bad even complaining to you all! But I'm feeling miserable every day and I just want to feel normal again!! Wah!
All I got is ditto. Except 13-14 weeks here. Complain away! I think morning sickness may be slowly returning here too. Beeeehhhh
@slartybartfast noooooo- return of morning sickness?! Ugh I'm so sorry. If that came back I think I would put myself on bed rest and hibernate until baby comes.
@PharmDMom complain away! We are all in the same boat and I've found myself increasingly miserable day by day. The only thing that gets me through is knowing that the end is somewhat near.
DH was out of town for a few days this week (just like every other week), he got back last night. Today, he tells me I should go buy that belly support thing I've been taking about, see if BRU has it. Without the children! (I've been complaining about my belly pain, a lot). So I go to BRU, they don't have it. I look at nursery items for 20 minutes, don't buy anything. Then I decide to try Marshell's (like Ross, TJ Maxx), I don't find a belly support but manage to spend $100 on new and larger bras & underwear, fancy soaps, clothes for my 4th grader, football shirt, body butters, and baby items. Then I go to Target, looking for belly support, and spend $90 on good lotions, body washes, and the damn yeast infection medicine. Did I get my belly support band? No.
Found two little dogs loose in the neighborhood tonight. No one in the area was answering their doors so we brought them back to the house. We already have our large dog and our parents two large dogs here, so keeping them all together isn't really an option. But neither is letting them roam the streets all night full of cars and coyotes. My mom called the 24 hour vet who referred to a shelter. They're sending someone out to pick them up tonight, but not quickly. So we're sitting in the garage keeping these little guys company. I'm very ready for bed. Hope they get here soon.
Stuck in this filthy house while DH and FIL work outside and on the roof. SIL and future BIL no where to be found (probably working). Her dog is going ballistic and won't stop barking. This is the definition of Hell. Thank God I brought my laptop.
Married 4/12/13 TTC since 6/13 Diagnosed w/ PCOS 4/9/15 - R/E recommended lifestyle change BFP 4/10/16 - DS born 12/16/2016 SURPRISE! BFP 3/8/18
Currently feeling as though baby girl is trying to force her way through my rib cage. I like the enthusiasm for birth but hold steady eager beaver, we've too much time left for this. Also, wrong direction.
I am pretty sure my water broke early and first with DS because he was beating up the amniotic sac so hard. I'm wondering if lil sis will be the same story.
@PharmDMom I've given up changing my undies every sniss. Who knows if it's pee, sweat, or discharge...but I know they stay dry about 2 seconds. I have resorted to liners but that only helps so much. It takes way too much energy to change 7 million times a day.
Edit: to add words otherwise it would seem like I never changed my undies ever...that's not the case. Words are hard.
@sourlemon I just dug out some liners and I will be wearing them daily from here on out. I always hold out longer than I should when pregnant and then wonder why I didn't start using them sooner. With all this sneezing I'll go through a half dozen liners a day but at least I won't go through the effort of taking my pants and underwear on and off so much. Too much work.
Re: Randoms 9.1
I applied for a really great job on a whim about a week and a half ago. I wasn't planning on seriously pursuing a full-time job until the first of the year, but I saw this one by chance and it reads like it was written for me. Plays perfectly to my skill set, pays really well, appears to be somewhat flexible and the position is being newly created so not stepping into anyone's shoes nor are they trying to fill it around someone's leave. I mentioned at the end of the phone interview that I'm pregnant - I couldn't imagine walking in 6mths preggo for an interview without having given them a head's up. Any thoughts on the matter? I'm not sure what I'm even asking, I think I'm just nervous about going in with such an obvious 'situation', like it (or I, lol) will be the elephant in the room....
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Also - in case you aren't yet on the mailing list Carter's is having their big baby sale right now. 50% off on quite a bit of baby items. Sleepers for $6, blankets, bibs, layette sets ...
I was taking a video of my belly jumping around...in the background you can hear DH say "that is an amazing poop DD! Sourlemon, you should come check this out!". And DD saying "yukky poop".
My random is that we went to kindergarten orientation for my 5yr old, and the k teacher asks her "do you have any questions for me or is there anything you are wondering about?"
to which my daughter says "yes. I was wondering what Santa is going to bring me for Christmas?"
Oh yes, that's my child.
Since I started on my BP meds, I am exhausted and lose steam very quickly when I'm out and about. DH is gone for the weekend, so I decided to go get a few things for my hospital bag (Hallelujer, I still fit in Medium pajama bottoms!) and go grab some boneless wings to go for lunch.
I start feeling kind of...hazy, and I immediately regret going out by myself. I make it to BWW, 30 minutes before my order is supposed to be ready. They gave me a nice cushy seat next to the AC, gave me water, and immediately worked on my order--they gave me 5 extra wings at no extra charge.
I made it home fine, as the water and AC was so refreshing, and I'm staying put until DH comes home tomorrow night. I just thought it was so nice of them.
I'm trying to have extra patience with my kids but I feel like I'm constantly using my "firm" tone to get them to do anything and I hate that. I've warned DH that these last 11-12 weeks are probably going to be tough for him and that he hasn't really ever seen this side of me (even in the 9 years we have been married!). I know there are many other Dec16 mommas who have been having a hard time so I feel bad even complaining to you all! But I'm feeling miserable every day and I just want to feel normal again!! Wah!
I think morning sickness may be slowly returning here too. Beeeehhhh
Another random, I'm so full of randoms...
DH was out of town for a few days this week (just like every other week), he got back last night. Today, he tells me I should go buy that belly support thing I've been taking about, see if BRU has it. Without the children! (I've been complaining about my belly pain, a lot).
So I go to BRU, they don't have it. I look at nursery items for 20 minutes, don't buy anything. Then I decide to try Marshell's (like Ross, TJ Maxx), I don't find a belly support but manage to spend $100 on new and larger bras & underwear, fancy soaps, clothes for my 4th grader, football shirt, body butters, and baby items.
Then I go to Target, looking for belly support, and spend $90 on good lotions, body washes, and the damn yeast infection medicine.
Did I get my belly support band? No.
TTC since 6/13
Diagnosed w/ PCOS 4/9/15 - R/E recommended lifestyle change
BFP 4/10/16 - DS born 12/16/2016
SURPRISE! BFP 3/8/18
I am pretty sure my water broke early and first with DS because he was beating up the amniotic sac so hard. I'm wondering if lil sis will be the same story.
#snissinglikeitsmyjob
Edit: to add words otherwise it would seem like I never changed my undies ever...that's not the case. Words are hard.