@glitzandglitter Thanks! @UterusesBeforeDuderuses Thank you! Unfortunately, I'm not sure when it's going to end. I'm just so tired of it. For the last year or so, it's just been one thing after another after another. @notthefather Yup! Until I got my medical restrictions, I worked at a restaurant at Magic Kingdom. Chronic pain definitely sucks I have a couple of friends I can talk to about that stuff, but I needed someplace I could talk about the baby stuff without driving DH crazy. So, yeah, kinda grateful you guys are here @CecilB93 Thanks! @ChloandCoco Thank you! I hope things pick up soon. I'm tired of being stuck at home. @maureenmce It can be! I used to work in a position where I got to watch the parades and fireworks every day, which was awesome.
Ages: I'm 26 will be 27 in May. DH is 28 What brings me to BOTB: is that we are starting to talk about having a baby. Right now we are wanting a house first. We are going to start looking the beginning of next year. When will we start TTC? Maybe December but next year for sure. About us: we both work in corporate business. I'm going to school for my MBA. DH just finished his second degree in computer science. We have a dog who is like our baby. So spoiled lol.
Welcome @AshleyE0708! Good luck with house hunting! DH and I have browsed websites for areas we plan to live in, wont be buying for a few years. It's fun but can be stressful!
Welcome everyone. It's nice to see so many other Harry Potter fans/ other self proclaimed "nerd" types. I hope we can all share cute popculture related baby/nursery decor ideas as time goes on.
@CecilB93 I will try to check in here regularly. We don't have any plans to TTC soon. I won't be done with my undergrad until June. It's totally fine that you aren't a huge HP fan, but I do recommend you read the books. Like any book turned movie, there is a lot of info missing in the movies. No pressure, I just have to encourage more readers so I don't lose my HP fan card. Lol. (one of my little sisters has never read the HP books. Even though we made a deal that I'd read all of Twilight if she read all of HP. I held up my end of the bargain... Oh well)
@maureenmce your cats have the cutest cat names! My cat (in my avatar photo) is named Pearl. "Black Pearl" legally, when we adopted her, but we just call her Pearl.
I haven't checked in on this board in awhile, so please excuse the late intro!
Ages (you and SO): I'm almost 34 and DH is 36. What brings you to BOTB: Kind of a long story. Thought we were going to be done having kids for sure after a pukefest of a (complicated) pregnancy with child #5. But I am apparently BSC and still want one more--especially a second daughter. DH is less than 100% enthusiastic (but coming around somewhat, because he used to just laugh and shout NO WAY) and now he says we can "talk about it" in mid-2018. When will you start TTC: If we do, it won't be until June 2018. But we are also considering looking into adoption of an older baby or toddler from foster care. There's a meeting for that at the end of April, and it's my birthday present that we're going to be attending that info meeting. Tell us about yourself (kids, pets, jobs, interests): Five kids! Four boys, one girl, & a very boy-centric, LOUD, and lego-filled household. And currently no pets, because somehow we just lost three goldfish in the last month (RIP Dubya Dee, Nibbles, and Blue.) I'm an SAHM, and DH is an engineer/professional nerd. I'm obsessed with Nameberry/names and I like to write and read. We met on the swim team at Michigan State when I was a college freshman and he was a junior. Started having kids when we were 21 and 23 and new graduates--it's been a crazy ride but we've really enjoyed it.
@tumbleweed I totally read the Twilight series, and was obsessed. I own most of the HP books, my dad bought them for me, so maybe I will read them. I just never have time to read anymore, and my DS isn't old enough yet to be interested. He doesn't even sit through me reading a board book that's about 5 pages long and literally just has animal noises on each page
Welcome @mill1020! I live in an area almost entirely made of engineers and nerds! I was a social worker for CPS in my past life. Every area is different and I've been out for many years, but if you ever want to talk foster-->adopt let me know!
What brings you to BOTB? DH and I aren't offically* trying yet, but I am lurking lurking and more lurking while getting exciting about this process!! ** We aren't trying until June I stopped taking my birth control, so there is the possibility it'll happen before June.
When will you start TTC? June
Tell us about yourself (kids, pets, job, interests, etc.) We don't have any children yet, we got married a year and a half ago. We have a one year old German Shorthaired Pointer (dog), Bailey. DH and I enjoy training her to duck hunt and she goes out with him during duck season. I've recently starting started crafting more with my cricut and i'm probably spent 5+ hours reading the "postpartum preparedness board in the last week.... so i've learned a LOT already. I look forward to reading more and meeting new people and moms!
@Knottie39624459 - Welcome! You are in good company here there are several of us that will be starting TTC around that time You might think about changing your user name though. Knottie with all random numbers is hard to tag and they blend in with all the other knotties.
@Knottie39624459 - Welcome! You are in good company here there are several of us that will be starting TTC around that time You might think about changing your user name though. Knottie with all random numbers is hard to tag and they blend in with all the other knotties.
I've been looking around the settings! I'm trying to change everything - signature, picture, and username. Thank you for the welcome!
P.S. Didn't mention earlier, I'm quite the HP fan too, watching Half Blood Prince right now
@Knottie39624459 - I believe some people have had luck going over to the knot side to change it I love HP I could watch the movies and read the books over and over and never ge tired of them.
What brings you to BOTB? Our son is 8 months old and I'm wanting a sibling for him. DH and I are conflicted on a time line. He wants to wait longer and truthfully, I know that is what is best for us financially right now. But I still have babies on the brain!!!!!!
When will you start TTC? Like I said, our timeline isn't really set yet. Which makes this pretty difficult.
Tell us about yourself (kids, pets, job, interests, etc.) we have an 8 month old son. Our lives have been kind of a mess lately with losses of loved ones and health issues. It's time for things to start looking up.
TTC History:
Started dating DH 2006 . Married 2015
TTC July 2015-November 2015
BFP November 2015 Baby boy born August 2016
Oops BFP February 2021 MMC March 2021
Back on BC for a year to decide what we want to do.
Hey everyone! I am so excited to participate! Perhaps it's a bit silly, but I've been lurking a ton and waiting to be able to join for a while now.
Ages (you and SO): SO is turning 27 and I am shy about my age, haha!
What brings you to BOTB? SO and I are getting married in August and we want kids really soon after. So technically we aren't really talking kids yet (the wedding and moving take up most of our discussions). But given the timelines we have discussed, I want to get a head start on accruing information/tips/etc.
When will you start TTC? Technically, we will be NTNP (not trying, not preventing?) from our wedding day onwards. But we want to start actively TTC around March 2018, God Willing.
Tell us about yourself (kids, pets, job, interests, etc.) We have no kids yet. I have a 2 year old Persian cat whom I will leave with my parents when I move across the pond with my SO. I also have 6 freshwater fish, a few snails, and 2 shrimps. They will also be rehomed with my parents, haha. SO had a ginger tabby who died a year ago at age 15. We plan on getting a kitten in once we've settled in but that may change depending on how quickly I conceive.
I'm a recently qualified accountant but I'm considering going back to school for a teaching qualification. FI works internal affairs at a bank and is pursuing his PhD.
My interests are reading/writing, gardening, cooking/baking, and going on long walks/hikes. Together, SO and I like to watch movies or shows, study, and play trivia/board/strategy games.
Sorry if that got a bit too long. I tend to ramble when excited.
Welcome @ReadyForaB! I'm sorry you've had to deal with so much lately. I was in your same shoes when my daughter was young. My husband was the responsible one who didn't want 2 in daycare at once. It's hard to think logically and not emotionally! I hope you find yourself out of the dilemma soon.
Hi and welcome @NiceKindaSpice: I'm glad you decided to jump in! It sounds like you have quite the year ahead of you. Hope the wedding planning is going well!
I'm not super active outside of private groups, but I do lurk here and participate on the TTGP board. I figured I'd do an intro so that I'm not 100% out of left field if I pop in and offer support when and where I'm able to.
I'm glad the BOTB board is getting/staying active, though. Hopefully it continues!
Ages: I'm 24, H is 28 What brings you to BOTB? We TTGP for a few months in 2015, and planned to TTA until August of 2016 due to school-timing (I'm in nursing school). We ended up continuing TTA instead, and our plan is to TTC starting this August, and not have to be interrupted by schooling at all. So, I'm on TTGP because it's where I've been for almost 2 years, but I also lurk here because I belong here as well. Kind of a line-jumper at the moment. When will you start TTC: this August Tell us about yourself (kids, pets, job, interests, etc.): I have one 8yo DSS, one Boston x Beagle mix, and I'm a CNA as well as a secretary (two jobs). I'm in nursing school and will graduate next May. I love reading and family gatherings, and that's about it, lol. I'm not a very interesting person.
@notthefather how long did you eventually wait? My sister and I are 5 years apart and although we are close now, it was a big difference growing up. I'm struggling with that.
TTC History:
Started dating DH 2006 . Married 2015
TTC July 2015-November 2015
BFP November 2015 Baby boy born August 2016
Oops BFP February 2021 MMC March 2021
Back on BC for a year to decide what we want to do.
@ReadyForaB: 3.5 years and counting. Our daughter will turn 4 Saturday. ETA: I'm still disappointed the age gap will be at least 5 years but am just trying to look at the positive side of it.
Re: Introduce yourself here :)
ETA: to add gif
@UterusesBeforeDuderuses Thank you! Unfortunately, I'm not sure when it's going to end. I'm just so tired of it. For the last year or so, it's just been one thing after another after another.
@notthefather Yup! Until I got my medical restrictions, I worked at a restaurant at Magic Kingdom. Chronic pain definitely sucks
@CecilB93 Thanks!
@ChloandCoco Thank you! I hope things pick up soon. I'm tired of being stuck at home.
@maureenmce It can be! I used to work in a position where I got to watch the parades and fireworks every day, which was awesome.
@kmorgan16 Welcome to the board!
Diminished ovarian reserve
BFP: 4/14/2020 EDD: 12/20/2020
What brings me to BOTB: is that we are starting to talk about having a baby. Right now we are wanting a house first. We are going to start looking the beginning of next year.
When will we start TTC? Maybe December but next year for sure.
About us: we both work in corporate business. I'm going to school for my MBA. DH just finished his second degree in computer science. We have a dog who is like our baby. So spoiled lol.
EDD March 12, 2018
DS2 due 12/12/18
Diminished ovarian reserve
BFP: 4/14/2020 EDD: 12/20/2020
@CecilB93 I will try to check in here regularly. We don't have any plans to TTC soon. I won't be done with my undergrad until June. It's totally fine that you aren't a huge HP fan, but I do recommend you read the books. Like any book turned movie, there is a lot of info missing in the movies. No pressure, I just have to encourage more readers so I don't lose my HP fan card. Lol. (one of my little sisters has never read the HP books. Even though we made a deal that I'd read all of Twilight if she read all of HP. I held up my end of the bargain... Oh well)
@maureenmce your cats have the cutest cat names! My cat (in my avatar photo) is named Pearl. "Black Pearl" legally, when we adopted her, but we just call her Pearl.
Ages (you and SO): I'm almost 34 and DH is 36.
What brings you to BOTB: Kind of a long story. Thought we were going to be done having kids for sure after a pukefest of a (complicated) pregnancy with child #5. But I am apparently BSC and still want one more--especially a second daughter. DH is less than 100% enthusiastic (but coming around somewhat, because he used to just laugh and shout NO WAY) and now he says we can "talk about it" in mid-2018.
When will you start TTC: If we do, it won't be until June 2018. But we are also considering looking into adoption of an older baby or toddler from foster care. There's a meeting for that at the end of April, and it's my birthday present that we're going to be attending that info meeting.
Tell us about yourself (kids, pets, jobs, interests): Five kids! Four boys, one girl, & a very boy-centric, LOUD, and lego-filled household. And currently no pets, because somehow we just lost three goldfish in the last month (RIP Dubya Dee, Nibbles, and Blue.) I'm an SAHM, and DH is an engineer/professional nerd. I'm obsessed with Nameberry/names and I like to write and read. We met on the swim team at Michigan State when I was a college freshman and he was a junior. Started having kids when we were 21 and 23 and new graduates--it's been a crazy ride but we've really enjoyed it.
George (3)
DS2 due 12/12/18
EDD March 12, 2018
@cecilB93 - I liked Twlight too
** We aren't trying until June I stopped taking my birth control, so there is the possibility it'll happen before June.
You might think about changing your user name though. Knottie with all random numbers is hard to tag and they blend in with all the other knotties.
P.S. Didn't mention earlier, I'm quite the HP fan too, watching Half Blood Prince right now
EDD March 12, 2018
Diminished ovarian reserve
BFP: 4/14/2020 EDD: 12/20/2020
TTC July 2015-November 2015
Baby boy born August 2016
Oops BFP February 2021
MMC March 2021
Back on BC for a year to decide what we want to do.
TTC Since March 2022
MMC June 2022
BFP September 2022 - Due June 2023!
Diminished ovarian reserve
BFP: 4/14/2020 EDD: 12/20/2020
I'm a recently qualified accountant but I'm considering going back to school for a teaching qualification. FI works internal affairs at a bank and is pursuing his PhD.
My interests are reading/writing, gardening, cooking/baking, and going on long walks/hikes.
Together, SO and I like to watch movies or shows, study, and play trivia/board/strategy games.
Sorry if that got a bit too long. I tend to ramble when excited.
Hi and welcome @NiceKindaSpice: I'm glad you decided to jump in! It sounds like you have quite the year ahead of you. Hope the wedding planning is going well!
EDD March 12, 2018
Diminished ovarian reserve
BFP: 4/14/2020 EDD: 12/20/2020
I'm glad the BOTB board is getting/staying active, though. Hopefully it continues!
Ages: I'm 24, H is 28
What brings you to BOTB? We TTGP for a few months in 2015, and planned to TTA until August of 2016 due to school-timing (I'm in nursing school). We ended up continuing TTA instead, and our plan is to TTC starting this August, and not have to be interrupted by schooling at all. So, I'm on TTGP because it's where I've been for almost 2 years, but I also lurk here because I belong here as well. Kind of a line-jumper at the moment.
When will you start TTC: this August
Tell us about yourself (kids, pets, job, interests, etc.): I have one 8yo DSS, one Boston x Beagle mix, and I'm a CNA as well as a secretary (two jobs). I'm in nursing school and will graduate next May. I love reading and family gatherings, and that's about it, lol. I'm not a very interesting person.
Me: 30 | DH: 34 | DSS: 14 | DS: 4
PG #2, EDD 10/12/2023
@notthefather how long did you eventually wait? My sister and I are 5 years apart and although we are close now, it was a big difference growing up. I'm struggling with that.
TTC July 2015-November 2015
Baby boy born August 2016
Oops BFP February 2021
MMC March 2021
Back on BC for a year to decide what we want to do.
TTC Since March 2022
MMC June 2022
BFP September 2022 - Due June 2023!
ETA: I'm still disappointed the age gap will be at least 5 years but am just trying to look at the positive side of it.
EDD March 12, 2018
EDD March 12, 2018