8/30 PGAL check in

3rdtime_charmed

1. How many weeks are you?

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally?

3. Any appt updates?

4. Rants/raves/questions?

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent?

3rdtime_charmed

1. How many weeks are you?
11weeks today

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally?
Im definitely having less MS but the fatigue is still real. Emotionally I’m having some crabby moments mostly driven by the exhaustion.

3. Any appt updates?
Counting down to the next US on Tuesday. I think then I will finally be able to relax.

4. Rants/raves/questions?
My coworkers keep teasing me about pregnancy brain and it’s ticking me off. I think when I’m not sleeping well and not drinking caffeine, I’m not as sharp, but I am still totally smart enough and it’s really irritating me. I did take a nap at work, again, yesterday. (I work in an ER and when it gets slow, I don’t have anything better to do and it’s hard to stay awake. Since I work 12-24 hour shifts it’s totally legal).

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent? I am really good at reading people. It’s hard to keep a secret of any sort from me.

brookepdavis

1. How many weeks are you?
13w6d

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally?
Physically, pretty good. Mentally, I thought I was okay, but last night I had a horrific nightmare about losing this baby and now I'm a mess. I feel better right now than I did when I woke up in the middle of the night, but I thought I was feeling good and now I don't know where I am.

3. Any appt updates?
Next appointment is 2 weeks from today.

4. Rants/raves/questions?
Rants: These nightmares can stop any time now. Not cool. 
Rave: Three day weekend ahead and the start of college football!

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent?
Not really hidden, but I'm a musician and can play most instruments at least a little.

Sparkylove

1. How many weeks are you?
10 weeks 

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally?
I’m a bit all over the place *TW* as a few of you know, I lost one of my twins and I just have such mixed emotions, so sad yet, happy for one baby being very healthy... *end TW*

3. Any appt updates?
I switched to a new doctor and I really like her, however after she gave me the bad news we didnt really have much else of an appointment, so I go back next Friday to ask all my questions and get blood work done.

4. Rants/raves/questions?
It’s so funny I’ll be so nauseous but hungry but nothing sounds good... I’m a mess haha 

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent?
no haha I don’t! :P  
                    

bluebell08

@Sparkylove I'm so sorry to hear that. Sending internet hugs and love. I can only imagine your mixed emotions.

@brookepdavis Those dreams just suck! I've had them to and just curl up in a ball and cry. Its horrible. I hope yours stop and you feel some comfort. 

1. How many weeks are you? 
13w6d

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally? 
Physically pretty good food doesn't sound super good but I'm hungry. I definitely need to eat healthier.. Mentally kind all over then place. My family is really ready for us to announce publicly and tell the extended family and it makes my heart race anytime we talk about it. Why is it so easy to tell my neighbor that I'm not super close to but so hard to tell my extended family??

3. Any appt updates?
Sept 19th

4. Rants/raves/questions?
Question: Do you change you skin care routine? I watched a youtube video on all the stuff no to use and it kinda freaked me out..
 Rave: holiday weekend!! Yay!

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent?
Right there with ya @3rdtime_charmed I can read people and situations exceptionally. 

BuckeyeNut05

1. How many weeks are you?
13 weeks 1 day today

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally?
Physically I am mostly OK, just some occasional nausea at night and I'm a little bit tired and unmotivated to work out. 
Mentally, one of my 6 year olds (depends on the day for which one it is) is putting me through the ringer this week and I lose my temper at least once a day despite my best efforts to not yell. 

3. Any appt updates?
I had my 12 week heartbeat check on Tuesday, and that put my PGAL mind at ease, now I am just waiting on the Counsyl results to come back next week. 

4. Rants/raves/questions?
Rant: 6 year old fit over changing underwear, then a uniform dress being too big (it's literally the same dress she wore all last year to Kindergarten) and then not wanting to brush her teeth and wash her face all before 6:15am, then the dog decided to take the nastiest, gag-inducing sh*t on the floor right after she'd been out and then a spider dropped down from my car ceiling and dangled itself before my eyes as I was driving to work on the highway this morning. And my laptop is at the IT clinic so I can literally do nothing until they fix it.  And I just went to check and the're opening an hour late today.   It can only go up from here? 

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent?  Hmmm, I can ask "who farted?" in quite a few languages?  Does that count?

Kenneylynn3

1. 11w5d

2. Physically: horrible. I am usually sick in the morning, then fine once I eat. Yesterday I had all day nausea and today I have barely gotten off the couch. I wake up, throw up and go back to sleep. Mentally: I'm anxious. I saw a hb at 7w5d and am ready to hear the hb again. I'd feel much better about telling our family when that happens.

3. None until the 10th. 

4. Rant/rave. We haven't told our immediate family yet. I'm nervous about telling 

Shelbyville30

Reposting because I posted in the old thread!!! Oops!  

1.How many weeks are you?13 weeks, today! 

2. How are you feeling? Physically/mentally? Physically still a little tired. Nausea is better but still hanging around. A little dizzy from time to time. Despite all of the above, really pretty good. Mentally I’m in a much better place. Had an ultrasound on Tuesday and found out we are having a boy!!    Just makes it so much more real. Dr. Is bringing me back in three more weeks for another and then after that the anatomy scan will be 4 weeks later. Grateful that she’s having me come back doe one more in between. 

3. Any appointment updates? Above! 

4. Rants/raves/questions?Just so happy with this weeks scan  

Hidden Talent: most friends don’t know how artistic I am so when they’ve come over and have seen my paintings they’ve  usually been surprised. I haven’t really don’t anything in some time. Finding the time is soooo hard now with a toddler!!  

purpleteacher82

1. How many weeks are you?

10w4d

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally? Physically - not too bad. Mild nausea some
mornings, sore boobs, tired. Mentally - feeling a little uncertain. It’s been 2 week since the US and now I just keep thinking about what could be happening in there. Is the heart still beating? Is it still developing like it should? 

3. Any appt updates? 12 week on 9/10. We will get to hear the HB then. 

4. Rants/raves/questions? The beginning of the school year is busy and exhausting. I wish I could post on here more. 

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent? I have double jointed thumbs. 

3rdtime_charmed

@purpleteacher82 you have one of the hardest jobs in the world!! 

purpleteacher82

@3rdtime_charmed I could be modest in my response, but instead I’m going to say, “Damn, right!” I had no idea how hard this job would be and the emotional toll it would take. This is my 5th year and I think I am finally getting to the point where the joy outweighs the struggles. The first few years were tough though. 

lelkcot

1. How many weeks are you? 12 tomorrow!

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally? Ok physically, still dealing with some nausea which I’m desperately ready to done with. Otherwise feeling pretty good. Mentally actually feeling pretty good, heard lo’s heart beat Tuesday and it has me feeling pretty good!

3. Any appt updates? Getting off progesterone tomorrow and I’m equally scared and excited. I’m pretty sure it’s making the MS worse, but also scared getting off it will cause problems.

4. Rants/raves/questions? Has anyone gone off progesterone already? Any side effects?

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent? Not really, I’m a really fast reader?

lelkcot

@3rdtime_charmed anyone who works long shifts like that while pregnant is well deserving of a nap!

@brookepdavis sorry about the nightmares, they are so disconcerting!

@sparkylove I am so very sorry for your loss. I can only imagine the complicated emotions you’re dealing with right now.

@kenneylynn3 hope you’re feeling better soon.

@purpleteacher82 you teachers are amazing!

westslopemama

1. How many weeks are you?
11 weeks, 3 days

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally?
Physically: I'm feeling really good, which makes me nervous! 
Mentally: I'm doing okay, I'm just anxious that something will go wrong even after 2 good ultrasounds. 

3. Any appt updates? 
No appointment until 9/11. 

4. Rants/raves/questions? 
i just can't wait to get through these next 2 weeks until my appointment. 

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent? 
It's not really a hidden talent, but I can run really long distances. My favorite distance to race is 50 miles. 

oneday2019

1. How many weeks are you?
13 week today!

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally?
I've had energy which just feels amazing.  Organizing and cleaning.  I feel like I'm practicing nesting at this point.  I also feel like I'm doing a better job this pregnancy not pushing myself.  I'll do something and tell myself it's time to stop and go rest.  3rd time around I might be finally learning 

3. Any appt updates?
I've been going every two weeks.  I just went last Thursday and I had to wait over 2 hours.  I had a book and just kept reading but I was mentally exhausted afterwards.  The waiting just puts me on edge.  I am really looking forward to the end of September when I'll see the high risk doctor.  I don't want to wish September away but I'd like it to go semi-quick.  As my name says, trying to take one day at a time!

4. Rants/raves/questions?
My bras are uncomfortable so I'm unpacking my nursing/maternity bras today.  I remember buying them super cheap off Amazon and not being 100% happy with the fit or feel.  Any suggestions?  I've heard Bravado is a good brand but they are really expensive.

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent?
I'm not sure this is a talent but one year I gave up ice cream for a year (some would call that a talent).  I couldn't do that while being pregnant but I did it in college.

bdesterhouse

@brookepdavis - I have the craziest dreams while pregnant. I’m sorry you’re having nightmares. Those are the worse, especially when they feel so real.

@Sparkylove - I am so sorry about your news. That still has to be extremely hard. I hope you be kind to yourself and that you have supportive people around you. 


1. How many weeks are you?
~ 13 weeks today ~

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally?
~ Physically it depends on the day. I cleaned all day Friday and may have over did it so I was in pain all day yesterday. ~
~ Mentally I’ve been doing better than expected, but I’ve had no issues finding baby on my home Doppler except for this morning but I heard baby swishing around so I’m pretty certain they were being a stinker and didn’t want me to listen. I heard heartbeat last night so I’m not too concerned this morning. ~

3. Any appt updates?
~ Next appt isn’t until September 11th. ~

4. Rants/raves/questions?
~ I was pre diabetic before getting g pregnant and my sugars have been too high since getting pregnant so now that I’m finally feeling better I’m limited on what I can eat or how much I can eat. I keep telling myself it’s worth it for baby because it clearly baby is more than worth it, but when all you want is ice cream and you can’t it makes you a little cranky - or at least it does to me. ~

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent?
~ I don’t really have a hidden talent that’s unique to me. ~

heytherefriend

@bdesterhouse I'm type 2 diabetic, so let me know if you ever need to talk. I had managed my diabetes with just diet, exercise and metformin (a pill that helps your body use your own naturally produced insulin) for the past 5 years. But then pregnancy made my body go bonkers, apparently. Higher blood sugar readings were my first sign of pregnancy, actually! I just didn't realize it at the time. Anyway -- I'm testing my blood sugar 4x a day and am taking a small dose of insulin for now. So I completely understand. You're right though, it's totally worth it for baby! 

kristimh80

@Sparkylove So very sorry for everything you are going thru right now. My heart goes out to you
@brookepdavis Ugh, sorry about your nightmare of a dream! I'd be freaked out as well. Hopefully tonight they are a lot better and will make you forget what you dreamed. 
@oneday2019 My boss swears by the bralette's from the Gap. She's worn them thru her whole pregnancy and they'd grown with her with no issues. Right now, I'm rocking lightweight sports bras. 
@lelkcot I'm also getting off progesterone. Last shot is Friday. I'm excited but also nervous! 

1. How many weeks are you? 10w3d

2. How are you feeling? Physically: Good, just the usual tiredness. Mentally: Depends on the day...been moodier that usual lately. Could partly be because I'm weaning off my progesterone / estrogen. 

3. Any appt updates? Next appt is Friday. Assuming, I'll get an ultrasound & blood work since transferring from my RE. 

4. Rants/raves/questions? Rant: Rave: Husband finishing painting the deck this morning. Bless his heart for dealing with my moody butt lol

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent? Not really hidden, but good at crafting. 

Sparkylove

Thank y’all so much for the kind words! I had told my close friends and family so they have been a great support system! 

catlady2015

1. How many weeks are you?
10+4

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally?
Mentally good! Physically I’m still super tired and sleeping a lot, but I go through spurts where I’m productive and doing stuff all day and then I have to crash for a couple days. Some aversions going on, but happy for the symptoms, finding them reassuring until we get the NIPT done. 

3. Any appt updates?
Went last week, saw baby squirming around in there and a strong heartbeat of 172! Everything looks good, they don’t want to see me back until end of September. 

4. Rants/raves/questions?
My dad came out unexpectedly a few days ago so I’ve been mia, but we finally started announcing. I couldn’t imagine not telling him in person and he lives 10 hours away, so we spilled the beans to him and my sisters. DH’s family will find out this week. After 2 good ultrasounds I feel better about sharing the news, and I’m really happy I’m in a good enough place to be telling people. 

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent?
I’m a quilter and I can’t wait to get my room set up here so I can get back to it! 

diaphena

1. How many weeks are you? 10 weeks 5 days

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally? Doing pretty well overall, although I'll be glad when I hit that mythical 2nd trimester energy boost! I'm still tired on a daily basis, but luckily the nausea has slacked up - some days it's really only in the few minutes before and right after breakfast.  Mentally I'm doing better now that I've had 2 good appointments and passed my milestone. I still get nervous at times but I've started to actually feel a little excitement for this pregnancy, which is a big change! I think I was too terrified to allow myself any excitement before this point.

3. Any appt updates? Next Tues I have my first appt with the OB, and also my NT ultrasound and blood test.

4. Rants/raves/questions? Rave: We told DH's parents yesterday and they were so sweet! Then we started talking about when to start sharing with our siblings which was fun. My brother's birthday is coming up soon so I'm thinking we'll go home to visit my family the weekend after and share with them - I'll be right between 12 and 13 weeks by then so I think I'll feel safe having more people know by then.

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent? Not hidden exactly, because I played all the time through school and college, but people who've met me after that time in my life don't know that I play the flute! I used to be pretty good, now I'm just very out of practice haha.

@Sparkylove I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm glad you're getting some good support through this.

@oneday2019 I'd love to be able to "fast forward" a few weeks sometimes too - like right now I'm so impatient to get to the NT ultrasound to make sure everything is okay there. One day at a time is tough, but it's what we have to do!

@emarcinek99 I'm so impressed by your talent, I can't even run a mile lol

@purpleteacher82 Good luck to you! Those first couple weeks back are the toughest but the kiddos will get into the swing of things soon.

@Shelbyville30 Yay for a boy!

@Kenneylynn3 The wait between appts is tough. Hope all goes well for you on the 10th

@brookepdavis So sorry about the nightmares, that sounds so scary. I hope they've let up for you by now.

Shelbyville30

@emarcinek99 YES!!! Girl, that is absolutely a hidden talent! I’ve been on my road bike for 100+ but I really think that’s nothing compared to running 50! You rock! 

laur84ns

1. How many weeks are you? 13w 3d 

2. How are you feeling? Physically? Mentally? Physically I am feeling better - no more nausea though the food aversions are still sticking around. I'm also still really tired and trying to sneak naps in where I can since we are on vacation this week. 

3. Any appt updates?
My next appointment is Sept 6th. I'm not sure if my family dr will use a Doppler or not but in guessing he won't. 

4. Rants/raves/questions? @lelkcot I was going to ask about progesterone too. I took my last pill yesterday. I got no direction/guidance from my dr so I just decided on my own to keep up with the 2x a day until 12 and a half weeks, and then lower to 1 per day until I ran out yesterday, at 13w 2d. Hopefully that's good enough! That's all he prescribed me. Pretty sure the placenta has taken over by now (the us tech commented on how I have a posterior placenta at my 12w us) so we should be ok? I have to admit I'm bracing myself for some spotting just in case, though. Even though the placenta should be producing enough on its own, my body is still going to experience a drop in progesterone now that I'm done with the pills. Fingers crossed that everything goes smoothly for all of us who are weaning off now!

5. GTKY- Do you have a hidden talent? Hmm... I am a fast reader! We are on vacation at my parents' house (they live across the country from us) and while my mom has been spending some time with my DD, I've managed to read two (300-350 page) books in 3 days. I highly recommend Educated by Tara Westover, it was a real page turner. 

@Sparkylove I am so sorry to hear your news! I'll be thinking of you as you mentally adjust from 2 babies to 1. I am so happy to hear 1 baby is thriving!

kristimh80

@laur84ns You should be fine. I'd ask to have your progesterone checked at your next appointment. If nothing else for reassurance I've been on progesterone shots since the end of June and my doctor just started weaning me off them last week with lower doses and I'll stop completely on Friday. I'll be 11 weeks at that point and they seem good with taking me off it. I'm still a littler anxious about it, but happy to be off meds. 

catlady2015

@laur84ns - I’m on the suppositories and mine told me to go till 13 weeks then stop. I think she prescribed a few extra (enough for 13+2) so it sounds like you’re right on track! Mine’s being a little cautious, which I’m ok with. Hope the spotting doesn’t show up for you! 

lelkcot

@laur84ns I was told to stop at 12 weeks, so I got off this past Friday. So far I haven’t had any spotting (knock on wood) and have a heart beat check appointment on Friday for peace of mind. 

mschanandlerbong1214

@Sparkylove I am so so so sorry for your loss hun. Keeping you and baby in my T&Ps. 

laur84ns

@kristimh80 @catlady2015 @lelkcot Ok, good, sounds like we're all weaning off within 2 weeks of each other. Makes me feel better about my timing (my dr seemed a bit clueless and only prescribed the progesterone because I'd needed it for my first pregnancy - he didn't even check my progesterone first. Weird). Thanks for the responses!

3rdtime_charmed

US today went great. Both were moving all over with heart beats in the 170s. It was a huge relief. I’m going to try and settle in and enjoy this. As I’m starting to feel better I worry it’s going to be a long time until their movements reassure me!