May 2017 Moms

Randoms and Questions 3.20 - 3.24

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Re: Randoms and Questions 3.20 - 3.24

  • @clebl24 I say go for the white pants! If it's warm and beautiful outside, anything goes.

    I can't remember who else was interested in cord blood donation, but I just sign up to receive a kit. There are some hospitals that are tied to a public bank, and they should provide the kit for you. But if you are like the 99% of everyone else, you have to request a kit. The main website I found was bethematch.org and it was super quick. They do warn you that you may not get a kit due to a full bank, or that the donation may be used for research if there's not enough cells for donation. You fill out a little survey that has similar requires of normal blood donation, and if you pass, you fill out your information. I should hear back within 3-7 days. They also require you to be 28-34 weeks only when you sign up.
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  • @ShadeofGreen816 my DD did that a lot last pregnancy. She happened to do it while we were doing one of our 3D/4D ultrasounds around 32 weeks and they were able to tell us she was practice breathing. Felt just like you described. 
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  • Question: For those whose babies have had hiccups on the inside... do they seem fast? I keep having these movements that feel like they could be hiccups since they are so regular and last 10-15 minutes at a time. But I would say they're 40-50/min. Which seems fast? Is she just punching me over and over? Am I just being crazy?
    Yes, sometimes they're very fast. Other times they a little more normal.OH and now I just scrolled and saw that the'yre practice breaths? Well either way, they can be really annoying. Especially as I'm trying to fall asleep or if I dont feel well.
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  • @BeachMommy2B that is seriously too cute!

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  • @kns1988 - we also have a Roku/Sling TV and hgtv is where I spend most of my tv time!
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  • Kipperoo said:
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    Also, this little one started a super fun new move last night--she basically seems to be stretching out her arm and just holding it in place. Basically making a tent out of my stomach. It's so weird and uncomfortable.  
    Omg, yes, the tenting. This LO does it right near my belly button often and it's borderline painful. I try to massage her away, but I don't know if that actually does anything.
  • @absbubbs I brought up cord blood donation a week or two ago, so it was probably me. Thanks for your input! I did the same thing through cordforlife.com (in fact, I might have been led there by bethematch.org, I can't remember). I'm still waiting to hear back in regards to my kit request, though. I was incredibly surprised how long it took me just to find somewhere to donate to.
  • @kipperoo Ha tenting. That's a first for me. But I know exactly what you're talking about. I especially dislike it when it's a bigger move and it's their butt or something sticking out and makes the belly completely lopsided. I can barely move when that happens.


  • @starphish18 I was surprised at how long it took me to find a place also. And by the lack of options! I started to get frusterated that most of the info out there seems to only be about private banking.
  • Thanks @ShadeofGreen816 yes! Lots of family here which is great! 
  • @bacorrea that sounds super frustrating, I'm sorry. I'm gonna hold out hope that maybe something will change and he can be there for you and your little one. 
  • @bacarrea complain away anytime you want! Sorry you have to deal with that. I honestly had completely forgotten about the separation since it hasn't really been mentioned since you moved. I'm glad you have your family around, and though the timing is not ideal, your DH will at least still be there as soon as he can be when it's go time. Thinking of you all! <3



  • @bacorrea All the creepy Internet hugs to you! So frustrating when military gets in the way of "normal life" even though we know to expect it. Solidarity with the change of command inventory, DH is about to enter those gates of hell in May so even though he's going to be "home" I'm totally preparing myself for him to roll in at night and go directly to sleep. He's not taking command but you know how much work it is for everyone involved! 

    And in regards to missing Change of Command ceremony, I can't think of a better excuse than having a baby! Totally acceptable. 
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  • hp_momma said:
    @bacorrea All the creepy Internet hugs to you! So frustrating when military gets in the way of "normal life" even though we know to expect it. Solidarity with the change of command inventory, DH is about to enter those gates of hell in May so even though he's going to be "home" I'm totally preparing myself for him to roll in at night and go directly to sleep. He's not taking command but you know how much work it is for everyone involved! 

    And in regards to missing Change of Command ceremony, I can't think of a better excuse than having a baby! Totally acceptable. 
    Thanks. I'm sure y'all have been told, but make sure he sees everything he signs for!! Officers can be charged the FULL AMOUNT for missing items, unlike enlisted, who can only have so many paychecks taken away. I think it's like 1.5 or something.
  • bacorrea said:
    hp_momma said:
    @bacorrea All the creepy Internet hugs to you! So frustrating when military gets in the way of "normal life" even though we know to expect it. Solidarity with the change of command inventory, DH is about to enter those gates of hell in May so even though he's going to be "home" I'm totally preparing myself for him to roll in at night and go directly to sleep. He's not taking command but you know how much work it is for everyone involved! 

    And in regards to missing Change of Command ceremony, I can't think of a better excuse than having a baby! Totally acceptable. 
    Thanks. I'm sure y'all have been told, but make sure he sees everything he signs for!! Officers can be charged the FULL AMOUNT for missing items, unlike enlisted, who can only have so many paychecks taken away. I think it's like 1.5 or something.
    Yes! It's been drilled into his head over and over again. Because he's medical operations, he already signs for so.much.stuff! And the vehicles that he signs for alone stress me out! 
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  • @starphish18 My shower with DD1 did that and it was amazing! I still love opening up a book with her and seeing the little note from someone. We got so many books! 
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  • mdlorenz said: 
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    @starphish18  I apologize if this has been discussed but I wanted to add something about the whole cord blood situation. If you want delayed cord clamping it's very unlikely there will be enough blood left in the cord to get any out with the collection kit. I'm personally all for your own baby getting that blood. 
    I had absolutely no clue, thank you! Yes, I'd much rather have delayed clamping.
  • I'm at 33 weeks and have had menstrual like cramping yesterday and today. Not constant or anything...is this normal? FTM in case it wasn't obvious  :D
  • mdlorenz said:
    @Jkp7749 So sorry your H is frustratingly oblivious. Perhaps the stress of the change in course of your pregnancy is getting to him too? Not an excuse, but maybe relevant? Hope it gets smoother, mama :/

    @starphish18  I apologize if this has been discussed but I wanted to add something about the whole cord blood situation. If you want delayed cord clamping it's very unlikely there will be enough blood left in the cord to get any out with the collection kit. I'm personally all for your own baby getting that blood. 
    That is correct, but I also think it's important to repeat why donation is also important. It is saving someone's life. So many people die waiting for a bone marrow transplant because it isn't anywhere as simple as a normal blood transfusion. There are so many more markers that have to match than your blood type. The majority of recipients do not have a 100% match. Cord blood not only increases the pool of donors, but it increases the compatibility andlowers the chance of rejection. If anyone has considered either one, I highly suggest really looking into the pros and cons of both for you personally. Personally for me, as long as my pregnancy is healthy and baby is healthy, the benefits of DCCdo not outweigh the benefits of donating that blood.
  • @bacorrea , I'm so glad to hear you've patched things up with your husband. It really sucks that he won't be there for the birth. I'm sure it's comforting to have the family nearby, but it's just not the same. 

    @Jkp7749 , that's seriously obnoxious. You have every right to be annoyed with him. Men sometimes, sheesh. 
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  • @Jkp7749 - I'm pretty sure my BP skyrocketed for you just reading that. He was definitely being a jerk face last night. I really hope he realizes that this morning and apologizes profusely. 
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  • @Jkp7749 i'm so sorry about your night! I know Fiance and I are a little nervous about the upcoming months, we had some of our worst fights in the middle of the night because we were tired and up with DD. Hang in there!
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  • Has anyone requested a handicapped parking pass during pregnancy?  I believe I have SPD and I am in constant pain.   I was given one during my last pregnancy but I was also on bedrest and used a wheelchair to get to my doctors appointments.

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    MFI - Sperm Morphology 2%.  
    MTHFR 
     Abnormal Antiphospholipid Antibodies
    April 2013 ~  1st IUI attempt - 100 mg Clomid- Canceled
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  • @Jkp7749 like seriously I don't know how you're doing it, I was a zombie when I was pregnant with the twins with no other kids to take care of.

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    Me~28 DH~27 

     6-12-2010  Miscarriage. 
    3-16-2012 D&C/Miscarriage.
     Blocked Left Tube. 
    Diminished Ovarian Reserve   
    MFI - Sperm Morphology 2%.  
    MTHFR 
     Abnormal Antiphospholipid Antibodies
    April 2013 ~  1st IUI attempt - 100 mg Clomid- Canceled
    May 2013  ~ 2nd IUI attempt -100 mg Clomid- Canceled
    June 2013 ~ 3rd IUI attempt - 100 mg Clomid+ Trigger+ Progesterone~BFN
     IVF/ICSI #1 May 2014 ~ Freeze All ~ Due to OHSS
     5/1/2014 ~ 22 retrieved, 12 fertilized, 3 frozen
    5/28/2014 ~ FET#1 ~ Transferred 2 Hatching Blasts
      6/1/2014~ **BFP**
    6/9/2014 Beta #1 ~ 1022
    6/12/2014 Beta #2 ~ 3099
    6/16/2014 Beta #3 ~ >5000
    6/19/2014 First U/S ~ TWINS!!!  
    1/7/2015 Twins born @ 34 weeks

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  • Completely off topic, but can I ask a bra question? I'm dealing with having boobs for the first time basically ever. I want to buy a couple of new bras, and I'd like them to have a little bit of lift. But I don't want six inches of padding with that push-up. Any good recommendations?

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