I've been getting flutters here and there but I have an anterior placenta so I'm not sure if it's still just my imagination lol! Can't wait for those big kicks though! I have this video of when I was pregnant with DS and he was practicing his break dancing in there. My whole belly was rockin and rollin, it was awesome!
My AS isn’t until 23 weeks. Because I’ll be on vacation for spring break. And doctor said he’s cool with doing it after (since my only other option was this Friday - technically a day before 19 weeks - and doc didn’t want to do it that early.
These were the only times SO would be home. In April he’s home for good (after this weekend).
I especially love how she been a member of TB for four years and in that time has posted a total of 22 replies and...wait for it....started 17 of her own discussions.
I’m the waiting room at the OB and the girl next to me is here for her 6 week check up with her DS. Oh my goodness he is adorable and makes me even more excited for this little boy!
@calimom2524 - I would protest that - there's noting that you said that violated tou. I'm sorry you got a warning though, makes absolutely no sense to me
@calimom2524 - I would protest that - there's noting that you said that violated tou. I'm sorry you got a warning though, makes absolutely no sense to me
I did and I asked them to clarify where I violated the TOU because I wasn't inhibiting anyone from using the site, I actually said "join the group and follow the rules" which is more inviting than inhibiting.
I’m the waiting room at the OB and the girl next to me is here for her 6 week check up with her DS. Oh my goodness he is adorable and makes me even more excited for this little guy to get here!
Gotta catch up on this rando, but just popping by to say A/S went well. Still a girl lol. Saw her nose and lips super clearly. She had her legs and then her hands up over her head so I have to go back for a follow up next week so they can see her brain better, but fine by me. I was just so happy everything was okay after I had convinced myself otherwise with stupid PGAL brain. Phew!
I laughed out loud at the thread with the nub theory, even though half of it was removed... my fave was the Moana GIF by jsnakehole (can never tag on my work computer), made me laugh out loud.
I almost didn't post in HDBD today because I feel so gross and fat. I stared at the pictures I took and almost cried. My self esteem is in the shitter, and I'm so embarrassed at how much I've gained already. I know weight can be a touchy subject around here, so I'm sorry if this upsets people, but I'm really struggling with the dramatic changes to my body, and I'm terrified that it's only getting worse.
Me:32 DH:45 DSD: 20 DSS: 18 Team green baby due: Aug 6th, 2018
I mean...that troll is 16 weeks with twins, so she's probably having a scan every 2-4 weeks. She's far enough to just ask the tech at her next scan so why bother asking Internet strangers? I will never understand these people.
Totally random thing from today: I learned one of the students I’ve written up for atrocious behavior lives 3 houses down from me. Knowing who he is and who his siblings are now, I’m rethinking my opinion that we don’t need security cameras around the outside of our house & garage. Thankfully he doesn’t realize I live near him.
@derbysquirrel Same. Most days I just feel uncomfortable and self-conscious. I'm glad you posted your bump because I think you look adorable! Your bump is much cuter than mine. Mine's just general thickness. I can't wait for it to actually pop out and look like a real bump.
@derbysquirrel I literally almost commented on your picture to tell you how great you looked but I stopped myself because I sounded like a weirdo. But I should have said it, we need to support eachother.
Everything you're feeling is normal and unfortunately it doesn't get easier for those of us with body image issues (that's what we have- body image issues, not weight issues). I honestly haven't liked a picture of myself in at least 2 years. But I love my son. And he loves Mommy just the way I am. And these changes to my body are the natural process to him getting a little brother.
I don't have any great advice, but I totally empathize.
@derbysquirrel I promise I'm not just saying this to be nice because let's be honest, I'm not that nice. Every single week when I see your HDBD picture I'm always like "omg she's so tiny and adorable!" but like @livinthesunnylife said we really should support each other. I should have commented before because I think this same thing every week. I know you've said before you have body image issues and that's totally understandable, but just so you know and not that my opinion matters, I think you look amazing.
@derbysquirrel - first, I thought you looked beautiful in your picture and your smile was full of joy!
I'm there with you with the body changes. I have no idea how much I've gained and don't really care but my body looks so different it's hard to wrap my head around. You're not alone and there's no shame in how you're feeling. I know it doesn't help much but that little baby is growing and thriving and your body is doing what it needs to do to support baby. All the hugs for you, don't ever feel bad about talking about how you feel about something
Haven't been able to get on TB all morning, so I'm catching up! I'm also not seeing any profile pics on my computer. Annoying.
Felt the first outside kicks yesterday morning and they're happening all the time today! It's so exciting. This is my 3rd time being this far in pregnancy, so I definitely know what feelings I'm looking for and where they usually happen - I remember in my 1st it took me forever to realize that's what I was feeling. I had an anterior placenta with DS and I am pretty sure I do again this time (going to ask at my A/S on the 22nd), because all of the movement I'm feeling is on the sides and super low, not right in front.
@derbysquirrel You seriously look adorable! For me, pregnancy is the one time I really don't have body image issues, I actually look forward to the changes (except for the larger/dark nipple thing, that one grosses me out when it happens), but I totally understand where you're coming from. Just try to think less about what the outside changes are, and instead focus on the amazing changes that are happening every week inside your body! You're growing a human, and that's pretty darn awesome.
April Siggy Challenge: April Showers
About me:
29 y/o Married 6.26.11 BFP 12.23.13, EDD 9.2.14 - baby girl, born too soon at 22w6d due to a placental abruption on 5.5.14 BFP 8.4.14, EDD 4.15.15 - rainbow son, born at 30w4d due to a placental abruption on 2.8.15, healthy 3 y/o now! BFP 2.28.17, EDD 11.8.17 - baby girl, miscarried at 11 weeks on 4.21.17 BFP 11.28.17, EDD 8.8.18, delivering in July - another rainbow baby boy!
@derbysquirrel I also agree your bump pic is really cute but I feel the same way and I really feel gross. I can’t wait until people know that I am actually pregnant and not just fat. I also feel much huger this time around then the last time.
Hey gals. I just spent the last hour and 20 mins catching up instead of doing some work. Oops. Anyway, wanted to say hi, I’m not the troll, I don’t post HDBD pics because I’m plus size and you can’t see my bump, also I hate most pics of myself. You are all so beautiful!!
Thanks everyone. I know that in a year or two I'll look back and think I looked ok, but the shock of it really has me wigged out at the moment. I'm also starting to feel the changes. Monday I refereed derby scrimmage, and just bending down to put on my skates was squishing my belly uncomfortably. I wasn't prepared for this to happen quite so soon!
Me:32 DH:45 DSD: 20 DSS: 18 Team green baby due: Aug 6th, 2018
And on the HDBD pics, I'm so proud of all of you with the lovely bumps so far, and they're all lovely pictures.
I took one this afternoon, just for my own self-documentation, and nope, mid-15 weeks and I still just look fat. It's really quite depressing.
While sitting in the MFM office yesterday, I was the only one in there that didn't look obviously pregnant, so it feels like I have to validate to others why I'm there. But in all seriousness, who brings a 5lb bag of Skittles to the waiting room of the doctor's office charged with seeing to your high-risk pregnancy health (diabetes/high blood pressure/obesity). Maybe that's why MFM's are such horrible folks to deal with, they deal every day with the people who by all outward appearances don't seem to care about their health, and they get jaded? Dunno.
@derbysquirrel I know how you feel! I’m feeling that way most days lately too but I promise once you feel those crazy baby kicks you’ll care much less! Plus you look great. I’m at the point now where it’s like did she gain weight or is she pregnant? I’m also still hiding because of my last 20 week lost. I cant wait to be over that meatball hump and have an actual bump instead of Blump!
DS born 04/22/15, Pregnant again 03/01/17 however loss due to PPROM at 20+6 weeks now TTC rainbow
I feel ya @derbysquirrel I haven’t been taking pics bc I’m not happy with how I look... previous pregnancies i loved it but I started out the heaviest of my life, thanks to moving stress and two losses, and I’m carrying in my thighs butt and back it seems. I carried out front with my boys (owt ftw).
i started to take one this morning and ugh. Plus my room is a mess ha. I’ll try again ... once I pick up. I did take weekly pics with the boys and it helped ed to see the progression...
Re: Weekly Randoms 3/5
Me: 37 Him: 38
Married 11.07.2015
DS: 5.28.15
DS#2: EDD 8.31.18
These were the only times SO would be home. In April he’s home for good (after this weekend).
I dont know you, keep it moving.
And ur all roode if u dont play lolz
Me: 37 Him: 38
Married 11.07.2015
DS: 5.28.15
DS#2: EDD 8.31.18
August 18 Siggy Challenge: April Showers
August 18 Siggy Challenge: April Showers
Me: 37 Him: 38
Married 11.07.2015
August 18 Siggy Challenge: April Showers
DS: 5.28.15
DS#2: EDD 8.31.18
DH:45
DSD: 20
DSS: 18
Team green baby due: Aug 6th, 2018
Everything you're feeling is normal and unfortunately it doesn't get easier for those of us with body image issues (that's what we have- body image issues, not weight issues). I honestly haven't liked a picture of myself in at least 2 years. But I love my son. And he loves Mommy just the way I am. And these changes to my body are the natural process to him getting a little brother.
I don't have any great advice, but I totally empathize.
August 18 Siggy Challenge: April Showers
I'm there with you with the body changes. I have no idea how much I've gained and don't really care but my body looks so different it's hard to wrap my head around. You're not alone and there's no shame in how you're feeling. I know it doesn't help much but that little baby is growing and thriving and your body is doing what it needs to do to support baby. All the hugs for you, don't ever feel bad about talking about how you feel about something
Me: 37 Him: 38
Married 11.07.2015
Felt the first outside kicks yesterday morning and they're happening all the time today! It's so exciting. This is my 3rd time being this far in pregnancy, so I definitely know what feelings I'm looking for and where they usually happen - I remember in my 1st it took me forever to realize that's what I was feeling. I had an anterior placenta with DS and I am pretty sure I do again this time (going to ask at my A/S on the 22nd), because all of the movement I'm feeling is on the sides and super low, not right in front.
@derbysquirrel You seriously look adorable! For me, pregnancy is the one time I really don't have body image issues, I actually look forward to the changes (except for the larger/dark nipple thing, that one grosses me out when it happens), but I totally understand where you're coming from. Just try to think less about what the outside changes are, and instead focus on the amazing changes that are happening every week inside your body! You're growing a human, and that's pretty darn awesome.
About me:
Married 6.26.11
BFP 12.23.13, EDD 9.2.14 - baby girl, born too soon at 22w6d due to a placental abruption on 5.5.14
BFP 8.4.14, EDD 4.15.15 - rainbow son, born at 30w4d due to a placental abruption on 2.8.15, healthy 3 y/o now!
BFP 2.28.17, EDD 11.8.17 - baby girl, miscarried at 11 weeks on 4.21.17
BFP 11.28.17, EDD 8.8.18, delivering in July - another rainbow baby boy!
I also can’t see any profile pics on mobile.
Anyway, hi. I miss you.
DH:45
DSD: 20
DSS: 18
Team green baby due: Aug 6th, 2018
And on the HDBD pics, I'm so proud of all of you with the lovely bumps so far, and they're all lovely pictures.
I took one this afternoon, just for my own self-documentation, and nope, mid-15 weeks and I still just look fat. It's really quite depressing.
While sitting in the MFM office yesterday, I was the only one in there that didn't look obviously pregnant, so it feels like I have to validate to others why I'm there. But in all seriousness, who brings a 5lb bag of Skittles to the waiting room of the doctor's office charged with seeing to your high-risk pregnancy health (diabetes/high blood pressure/obesity). Maybe that's why MFM's are such horrible folks to deal with, they deal every day with the people who by all outward appearances don't seem to care about their health, and they get jaded? Dunno.
I’m at the point now where it’s like did she gain weight or is she pregnant? I’m also still hiding because of my last 20 week lost. I cant wait to be over that meatball hump and have an actual bump instead of Blump!
i started to take one this morning and ugh. Plus my room is a mess ha. I’ll try again ... once I pick up. I did take weekly pics with the boys and it helped ed to see the progression...
11/18/16 missed m/c 9w1
08/03/17 no hb 8w