GTKY: A Few Questions

zombiemom1318

Okay ladies let's keep getting to know each other while we are in the boring stages of pregnancy! 

1. How old are you? 
      26 

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      SAHM but contemplating going back to work after the nausea is better. I need a couple days out of the house. I am losing my mind lol

3. Favorite song ?
     Beatles Let it be 

4. Are you team epidural or unmedicated?
    Asking for an epidural as soon as I am allowed one. Those contractions are no joke!!! Props to women who go natural. 

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    I want to live in another country for at least 6 months 

sadieb13

1. How old are you? 

     36 (37 @edd)

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Part time RN 2 days per week, 5 days at home

3. Favorite song ?
     Anything Jack Johnson 

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    Pssshhhh...I'm a labor nurse and had to have one with my first at 3cm. This time, I'll just try to hang on til I can't anymore. I had a really quick labor with my first and ended up delivering 4 hrs after a second dose of Cytotec. Hoping this one goes similarly!

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    Traveling to Thailand or a similar Asian tropical country.

Dumbgurl04

1. How old are you? 
      31 (will be 32 at EDD) 

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Working, I'm a statistical clerk for a maintenance facility that does overhaul and wreck repair work on Train cars and Locomotives.  I do a lot of spreadsheets 

3. Favorite song ?
     OH man this is a hard one there are so many I like.  I pretty much like anything from a boy band.  Also musicals.  

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    TEAM EPIDURAL all the way.  I was induced last time and the night before I had horrible pain it was relief when they gave me that epidural.  Like @zombiemom1318 said more power to those that go natural. 

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    visit London (and see all the sites of Harry Potter)

pbandjmom

1. How old are you? 
      33

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      SAHM but I also run my own business. DD goes to daycare 2 days a week as my "work days". Otherwise, I am home with her

3. Favorite song ?
     Hallelujah

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    I got an epi last time, but I was at 7cm already when I got it. I think from that experience that I might go without this time just for shits and giggles.

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
I love travel anywhere, so I have a lot of places on my bucket list. Australia, NZ, Thailand, Morocco, Greece, Iceland, Chile, Argentina.... lots to hit up before i die.

dirtyboots

1. How old are you? 
      27

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      SAHM. Previous to kids I was  Vet tech and then cleaned millionaire houses for a year. 

3. Favorite song ?
     Uhh- I'm never good at coming up with a favorite song... 

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    I had #1 at home with no meds and God willing,  am doing the same with #2. 

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
Visit all the national parks

pbandjmom

@dirtyboots
our retirement plan is to buy an RV and drive around the country going to all of the national parks. We LOVE going to them! We just were in New River Gorge, WV last weekend and it was incredible. Two years ago we did a bunch of hiking in Utah and I can't wait to go back.

whatabout2ndbreakfast

1. How old are you? 
      28

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Full time work as a "support associate" for the nursing department at an academic medical center. Basically I update the nursing website and plan events. I'm going to school part time for nutrition (1 year left!)

3. Favorite song ?
     I love 80's rock 

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    Epidural. Tried for natural last time, ended up getting an epidural at 7 cms! Thank goodness because DS had a 99%tile head.

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    I'd love to go to the Grand Canyon

ekendall09

1. How old are you? 
      29 (30 EDD)

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      I work full time.  Hoping to get more than 6 weeks before having to put LO in daycare this time around.  I love work but it kills me to not have the choice for more time with them!

3. Favorite song ?
     probably anything taking back sunday

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    I got an epi last time around after my water broke and about 15 hours in.  I went in open minded, i'll probably do the same this time around.  I wouldn't be surprised to end up with an epi again.

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
   bora bora....a girl can dream

kmalls

1. How old are you? 
    35

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
    SAHM. 

3. Favorite song ?
    So many! I guess She Will Be Loved by Maroon 5 would be at the top of the list. Such a pretty song. 

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    I'm guessing you mean med-free rather than "natural" (my csections were as natural as the next birth) -- but I'm pro-meds for anyone who wants them. I would have gotten my epidural in the driveway before we left for the hospital if it was an option

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    I've traveled pretty extensively but my husband has never left the country. Our dream trip is to go to Ireland and find the villages where his grandparents grew up (and my great-grandparents). 

justkeepswimming8

1. How old are you? 
      27 (will be 28 at birth)

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Right now I work from home. Not sure if I'll just quit completely once baby arrives or if I'll try to go part time. 

3. Favorite song ?
     I love The Fray. You Found Me is always a good one.

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    Definitely epidural! I'd love to go natural but not sure that's in the cards. 

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    Run a marathon. I've done a few half marathons but haven't gotten up to a full yet.

sapphires-and-diamonds

1. How old are you? 
     36 (37 at EDD)

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      I work part time. No idea what is going to happen after this baby comes. 

3. Favorite song ?
     So may songs. If I had to pick...Gimme Shelter by The Rolling Stones 

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
   I had one with the first, my water broke and by the time we got to the hospital and in the bed I was sure there was no way I was going to live through the pain. Unless my body miraculously can handle labor now, I am doing it again. 

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    Again, so many. I would like to travel Australia for a month.

kindbytealikat

1. How old are you? 

      33/34 @ edd

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      SAHM but will be going back to school sometime in next year and a half

3. Favorite song ?
     I can't answer this lol, it's so dependent on my mood 

4. Are you team epidural or med-free
        If I qualify for my VBac epidural all the way

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    Greece 

whatabout2ndbreakfast

@kindbytealikat  What are you going back to school for?

zombiemom1318

@dirtyboots I'm totally intrigued with at home birth! Did you do a water birth? When I was in labor with son it lasted about three days and I was in the hospital only the last 12 hours before I actually had him ( my hospital wouldn't keep me until I hit a 3) and laboring in the tub was the only ease to the contractions. It was defiantly a saving grace haha 

kindbytealikat

@peppersmith22 Early Childhood Education 

whatabout2ndbreakfast

@kindbytealikat That's awesome! I'm always excited to see other mamas and soon-to-be mamas who are going back to school

buttercup0525

1. How old are you? 
      29

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Working. I'm a full-time technical writer for a software company.

3. Favorite song?
     I love Train... Don't really have a favorite song.

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    I haven't decided yet. I go back and forth based on everything I've read and learned about whether you "should or shouldn't" get an epidural.

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    I want to visit Ireland and go searching for faeries!

lund

1. How old are you? 
      33 

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      This is my first pregnancy, and I work full time. I'm not sure how things will be after LO arrives - but my guess is working part time and possibly some from home since my job is pretty flexible. 

3. Favorite song ?
     Oh geez. No way I can pick just one, but right now I'm loving  Built to Roam by Shakey Graves, Second Chance by Mating Ritual, and I've always loved Closer to Fine by the Indigo Girls. 

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    I'd like to try un-medicated, but I'm not ashamed nor afraid to change my mind! 

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    To visit Budapest, Hungary where my paternal grandparents are from. I guess the apartment where my dad was born is still standing and in use!


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lund

@sapphires-and-diamonds I traveled around Australia for a month when I was in college! The Gold Coast is pretty awesome!

dirtyboots

zombiemom1318 said:

@dirtyboots I'm totally intrigued with at home birth! Did you do a water birth? 

I did do a water birth. I wasn't set on having a water birth, I would have been fine having him on the bed/floor/shower/where was most comfortable. I was in the  birth pool because it helped my back labor (ever so slightly) so I just stayed put once it came time to push.  I didn't feel like trying to get out of the pool and walk like a bow legged cowboy to the bed with baby almost crowning. lol Plus way less mess. So win win.  

sarahkate2233

1. How old are you? 
      30

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Working now, going to be a SAHM once the LO is here

3. Favorite song ?
     Till I collapse - Eminem, its the best workout song on my playlist

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    I'm team you-do-you. I'm thinking I won't really decide until it gets closer to the date

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    I went skydiving two months ago, it was on my bucket list for a long time. I think I'd like to do a yoga retreat as the next one. Nice and calm.

sdavis2189

1. How old are you? 

27 

2. Working mama or SAHM?
I'm an attorney and work way too much, unfortunately. Would love to stay home if we could afford it. 

3. Favorite song ?
No idea. Too much pressure!

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
I had an epidural last time and had an absolutely horrible experience. It helped with contractions but was turned off long before the pushing started so I felt everything. Then, I had an awful spinal headache, had to return to the hospital, and had two blood patches. It was miserable. I will never have another epidural! Lesson- make sure the anesthesiologist knows what he's doing!

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
 right now? Go on a kid-free vacation again. 

bettyvonsomethingstein

I know it seems minor, but I'd prefer if the word "natural"
be changed to "unmedicated" here.  

frenchiekinplusone

1. How old are you? 
      31, will be 32 at EDD

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Working.  I'd love to go down to part time when baby comes but at this point we can't afford it.

3. Favorite song ?
     So much pressure!  I'll go classic - anything from MJ's Off the Wall/Thriller/Bad eras

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    Wish I could go natural but I know I'll be begging for the epi as soon as they'll let me have it.

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    Lots of travel ones but Japan is probably near the top.  DH and I were planning a couple's trip with our besties last year but then they got pregnant, and now here we are!

mispanda

1. How old are you? 
      30

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      I'm a SAHM. I plan to go back to work once I'm done having kids and they are a little older.

3. Favorite song ?
     I like a lot of songs, I don't have just one favorite.

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
   I had an epidural with my daughter because the nurses came in a 2am and told me the doctor thought it was time for one.  I'd like to try un-medicated and might get a doula who can voice my wants.  When you're in pain it's hard to speak for yourself.  But If I decide I want one myself I'm totally ok with that.

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    I would like to go to Rome.

bettyvonsomethingstein

1. How old are you? 
      38

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Working mom

3. Favorite song ?
     I have so many!  I love music ❤️

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    I think the term "unmedicated" is better than "natural."  I'm team "you do you!"

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    I would love to learn to play the fiddle someday.  

ekendall09

frenchiekinplusone said:

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Working.  I'd love to go down to part time when baby comes but at this point we can't afford it.

Same, I wish we could afford it but it'll be a no go for part time or SAHM for me.  Being the bread winner has it's down falls!

frenchiekinplusone

@ekendall09 I hear you!  DH just recently caught up so we're about the same level now, but we bought a house this year and still definitely need both incomes to make it work.  Maybe someday!

ekendall09

frenchiekinplusone said:

@ekendall09 I hear you!  DH just recently caught up so we're about the same level now, but we bought a house this year and still definitely need both incomes to make it work.  Maybe someday!

This too!! We finally moved out of our condo to a house so the up in expenses definitely doesn't help my case haha!

pghren

1. How old are you? 
      25 (26 @ EDD)

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      I'm back in school as a post-baccalaureate pre-med student. So my plan is to pay undergrads with different class schedules to babysit for me when I'm in class, and try to fit in volunteering, shadowing docs etc, when DH is home from work
3. Favorite song ?
   Most anything by Avett Brothers  

4. Are you team epidural or un-medicated? 
    I'm getting my care from a team of midwives at a birth center, so hopefully I'll deliver there. My plan is un-medicated, but I'll see whay interventions I might end up needing. 

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    Traveling to another country. I've never been. DH has been to Canada and Mexico

saralee797-2

1. How old are you? 
      33

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      I work full time and plan to return to work after maternity leave.

3. Favorite song ?
     I can't say I have a favorite. I listen to a lot of different types of music depending on the situation. I love John Coltrane Radio on Pandora when I cook, some country in the summer, and pop music when I am driving. Seeing Gaga soon which I am sure will be an awesome concert. 

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    My mom and MIL both were natural and I know will try and convince me to go that route. I am open to all options at this point as I see advantages for both.

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    I have lots (love to travel) but I just added fashion show at NYFW. 

kaymaroo

1. How old are you? 
      33

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      Working mom. I'm in sales in the oil/chemical industry.

3. Favorite song ?
     Joan Jett "I Love Rock n Roll"

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    I had an awful experience with the epidural when I had DS so I'm really hoping to go natural this time. But I also know that if it's another 36 hour labor I'll probably cave at some point.

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
   Traveling to Italy

Loganswife

1. How old are you? 
32

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
Working mom as a data analyst 

3. Favorite song ?
I have no clue, there are so many good ones 


4. Are you team epidural or natural?
I had an epidural with my DD, but I am not sure for this one.

5. One thing on your bucket list?
To go Jamaica

zombiemom1318

Switched natural to unmedicated! Sorry if I offended anyone!! 

bettyvonsomethingstein

zombiemom1318 said:

Switched natural to unmedicated! Sorry if I offended anyone!! 

Thank you! I'm not offended.  I just think the wording better reflects what you mean.

holly321

1. How old are you? 
      30

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      I work part-time

3. Favorite song ?
     My favorite song depends on my mood.  Lately wet sand by the red hot chili peppers

4. Are you team epidural or unmedicated?
    Unmedicated.  I wanted to with DS but I was being threatened with a RCS, so I got one in the hopes that I would actually be numb and awake for his birth.  By epiderals don't really work for me so why have back pain for nothing 

5. One thing on your bucket list? 
    I don't really have a bucket list.  I am too go with the flow 

luna8433

 How old are you? 
33

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
I teach 7th grade math 

3. Favorite song ?
All my lovin' by the Beatles 


4. Are you team epidural or un-medicated ?
My first I went with the epidural. I was exhausted after having contractions for 3 days. And DS was in distress and the recommended it. I would like to go unmedicated though. 

5. One thing on your bucket list?
Travel to Europe 

jenotontx

 How old are you? 
30

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
I work full time as a mental health therapist and I plan to go back to work after maternity leave. 

3. Favorite song ?
Alanis Morissette Jaggid Little Pill is probably my favorite record. I don't know if I have a favorite song. Postal service still gives me all the feels too. 


4. Are you team epidural or natural?
ALL THE MEDS

5. One thing on your bucket list?
Go to the Maldives 

maggiebakescakes

Hello I am maggie

1.  I am 37 years old 
2 I have a job and I work mailing things to doctors and supplies.  I read the order and make sure everything is there and make sure it doesn't move and break.  I have worked at this job for 10 years.  I got to college too I take one class on 3 days a week.  I don't know about work after the baby.
3. I don't have a song they are hard to listen to because I am deaf but I like to read the words of the song.  In my club we listen to songs with lights and we move around it may sound weird but some deaf people it helps understand.  I like to read Dolly Parton and John Mayer too.
4. I don't know 
5.  Paul and me to go on a Disney cruise 

maggiebakescakes

DH Paul 

psuxray07

1. How old are you? 
      31

2. Working mama or SAHM? 
      I work part-time, but really need full time. 

3. Favorite song ?
     I'm not that big into music, but I have a few favorites currently:  Sound of Silence - Disturbed, Bottoms Up - Brantley Gilbert, Castle on the Hill - Ed Sheeran, Something Like This - Chainsmokers

4. Are you team epidural or natural? 
    Defffffinitely epidural.  I had a 30 hr labor and was in so much pain.  I remember the extreme relief when I got it.  Ahhhhh.  Will do again.

5. One thing on your bucket list?
    I don't necessarily have a bucket list, but I really want to go to an all inclusive beach resort.  I've never been to one.  And I want alcoholic beverages on the beach all day, lol.