November 2023 Moms
chrissdee
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Introductions
chrissdee
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Introduce yourself:
Due date?
How did you find out?
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
Due date?
How did you find out?
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
Re: Introductions
Due date?
According to my LMP, it’s November 1. My first appointment and dating ultrasound is scheduled for March 27 (which feels like forever away) so I guess we’ll have a better idea then?
How did you find out?
Well… We were not trying to have any more children but had an oops moment (I blame Valentine season) so I started testing about 6 days out from my period. I got my first faint positive on Monday and darker lines the next day, and here I am.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
I’m 35 years old (so “advanced maternal age” this time around). I’ve been married to my husband for almost 11 years (together for 16). We have three children already: a 7 year old girl, a 3 year old girl, and a 2 year old boy. I work full time for state government, and blessed to work in an office where my bosses understand my family comes first. We have 2 dogs.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
I’ve mostly been extra tired the past week or so, and over the past few days I’ve started to experience morning (all day) sickness, but that hasn’t been too severe.
Hi I’m Shawna! I am 33 years old, and live in southwest Washington state with my family.
Due date?
November 7 according to LMP
How did you find out?
I bought a pack of ovulation/pregnancy test strips to help with TTC this last month. As my period started approaching last week I decided to take a test here or there, not really honestly thinking this was our month. I got a few totally negative tests at first, and then this Tuesday I take another, set a time and walk away, totally expecting to come back and see another totally negative test. Well I was very shocked to walk in to look at the test and see a very very faint line. I didn’t believe it was a true positive, so I’ve been taking 1 (or two lol) tests every day since and progressively the line has gotten darker and darker! So today I finally decided to move forwarded with accepting this positive result!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
I live at home with my DH and 13 year old DD from a previous relationship. My husband and I have been together for almost 5 years and married for about 1.5 years. This will be mine and my husbands first baby together (his first baby ever). We have 2 orange cats, and two dogs (yellow lab and a black and white Shepard mix puppy). We love watching movies and plays, hiking, and going to the beach. We are also big Disney fans!
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
Emotionally I am nervous. We had a previous loss in September 2022 and had medical complications following. So just trying to take it day by day. Physically I have started to feel some morning sickness and tender breast, but otherwise doing great so far :)
November 2nd, 2023
How did you find out?
My period didn’t come the night before I was due for it which is when it normally comes and then the next day it still hasn’t come in the morning, so I thought what the heck and bought a dollar tree test not ever imagining that it’s be positive! 😭
Tell us about yourself (Other children): Welp we have a blended family my two girls and his two girls. We just had a baby girl together 10/2/22 and I’m here again. I breast feed and just suddenly got one period, but I guess it was enough to make it happen. I literally have an appt for an IUD on 3/1.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
Frankly, I’m terrified! I’m only 5 months PP and I have to have C-sections. I’m worried of all the things I’ve read about risks and complications. I’m worried I’ll be turning 35 and lastly super concerned about breastfeeding during pregnancy. Only thing I can hope for other than good health for both us is maybe we’ll finally get our boy 🤍
My name is Julia and, according to my apps, my due date will be November 4.
How I found out:
My husband and I have been TTC since early last fall, and I found out I am pregnant by testing early on day 9 DPO (because I'm an incredibly inpatient person). I was shocked to see a faint line! Today is day 17 DPO and it's the first day where my HCG test line is darker than the control line on my strip tests. Let's hope it keeps trending that way.
About me:
This will be our first child and I'm so excited. I'm 34, live in San Diego, and I work as a biologist for the local utility. We have three of our own dogs, a cat, and a variety of foster dogs in our home. I love volunteering, hiking, reading, and bringing my pups to the beach. I cannot wait to bring my child along with us on adventures.
Symptoms:
The theme for my pregnancy so far for the last 8 days has been cramping. I cramp on and off most days, which has made me nervous at times. But so far so good with the cramps being mostly mild. I've been trying to think of them with positive thoughts, knowing it's just my body changing for the good. I've also been getting nauseous if I don't eat enough throughout the day.
I definitely struggle with anxiety, but I'm trying to use tools I've learned along the way in therapy to help take each day as it comes. I've also been going to an acupuncturist the past several weeks who specializes in reproductive health and her knowledge has been helping me remain calm as well.
Hey! I’m Kierstin. 34. I’m cautiously excited
I’m due either 11/2 or 11/3 lol. I don’t remember. But it doesn’t matter because given my track record I’ll deliver a solid week after the due date 😂
I took a test the day my period was supposed to start and the line came up so fast it made my head spin. I normally have about a 5 day window where I’m expecting my period to come and never would have checked that early, but my boobs were hurting way more than usual which is what happened with my two daughters.
Tell us about yourself:
Like I said above, I’m 34. Married for 11 years. We have two girls 9 and almost 7. Our 7 year old is medically complex with severe special needs and disabilities. So I’m a SAHM and full time caregiver to our sweet girl. I’m an avid gardener and canner. I grow and preserve all the food and raise chickens. My husband and I live really simply. We used to have a homestead but had to put the breaks on that when our youngest was born. But we still live that lifestyle. We live near the coast in NC and spend a lot of time on the water.
How are you feeling: TW
I’m pretty shocked right now. It doesn’t feel real. We were not trying. I’ve had 3 MCs in the past. So while I want to be excited, I’m scared too. This time is way more like when I had my two girls and not at all like my losses. So there is some very cautious optimism.
Hi I’m Makenzie. I am 25. And super excited and nervous.
Due Date:
I am due November 4th based on my LMP.
How did you find out?
I have been having more headaches than normal this week. And wasn’t going to test until Wednesday when I was due for my period. But yesterday Sunday morning I just felt like I had to test. So I did and it came back positive.
Tell us about yourself?
I am 25 years old live 45 minutes South from Pittsburgh,PA. I got married on Christmas 2022. We have a 3 year old dog. And my step son is 2.5 with CP.
How are you feeling?
So far I am feeling great. Just feel so blessed to have a little miracle joining our family. Haven’t really had any symptoms yet.
Hello! My name is Olivia and I will be 27 in a couple weeks.
Due date?
According to my LMP I'm due on Nov 5th
How did you find out?
We started trying the day after Christmas and it didn't happen in January. I wasn't expecting it to happen this month but I tested on Saturday and it was negative so I wasn't hopeful. My period was supposed to start yesterday and I had a test so I thought what the heck and to my surprise it had a faint line! I took another one last night and the line was a little darker.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
My husband and I have been married for 5 years and together for almost 11. We have a 8 year old and a 3 year old both girls. We also just got temporary custody of my 16 and 11 year old nephews and 5 year old niece so we will have 6 kids in the house. I work at my family's business and I love it and love that I get to take our 3 year old to work with me. I like to watch Gilmore Girls, read, listen to podcasts and sleep lol.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
I'm excited because I've wanted another little one for a while but nervous since we already have the 5 other kids in the house. We can do it and my husband is so excited. I just started therapy last week so I'm excited to work on myself and set boundaries so I can be my best self for my kids and husband. The only symptoms I have is I'm exhausted all the time and I have super mild nausea.
My due date is anywhere between 11/3 and 11/11 lol I’ve gotten different dates on different predictors. Last period was 1/27.
How did you find out? Started testing Sunday, first faint line Monday, yesterday was still faint but definitely there, and today that line was fully visible!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): 13 yo daughter, 18mo son, my husband and I have been married since October 2020, 5 cats and 1 dog. SAHM and I homeschool
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)? Super tired and slightly nauseous. We are over the moon excited! Been TTC for 7 months. I’m hoping for a VBAC. My last pregnancy I ended up with an emergency c section.
Hey mamas! I'm Mckenzie (shout out to the other Makenzie in here!) and I'm 36.
Due date?
According to my LMP our due date is 11/07. Another Scorpio in my house after my husband, better buckle up lol.
How did you find out?
We had an oops moment earlier this month. My DH asked if I was ovulating, I said very definitively "no", and I guess I actually was. Confirmed by me literally having ovulation cramping later that day after the deed, what are the odds. My CM was not looking fertile at all and I wasn't temping or tracking in any other way, so I've been feeling really guilty because this was unplanned. I found out yesterday after I was a day late.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
This will be our 3rd LO - I have an almost 7 yo and a 4 yo (5 in May). I've been working from home before it was cool, so trying to wrap my head around doing that with a newborn again sends me into panic mode haha. My DH and I just celebrated our 10 year anniversary with an all inclusive, all day drinking trip to Punta Cana and I cannot believe on the day we get home I find this out lol. Goodbye wine!!!
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
I'm going through the typical emotional upheaval and feelings of frustration, guilt, depression, anxiety, pretty much every feeling other than being excited right now. But I love this community and I'm hopeful talking with you ladies will bring me to that grateful place eventually. I'm just not there yet.
Hi, All I`m Natasha I`m 41
Due date?
According to my LMP, I'm due on Nov 2nd
How did you find out?
Af was super late.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
My husband and I have been trying for about 7 years. I pretty much gave up so this was a big surprise.
We have 2 cats and 2 dogs 3 chickens. We like anything to do outdoors.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
Nothing much so far just sore boobs. I`m happy and scared at the same time.
Due date? November 10 based on LMP
How did you find out? This was our third cycle trying but I decided not to do any LH testing this cycle to give myself a little mental break since work was stressful. I had a vivid dream (which I don’t usually have) about a week and a half ago and in it my husband and I were announcing we were expecting and due in November. I wrote it off as nothing as we only BD once during my fertile period. Fast forward to this Monday (est 9dpo) and I decided to take an HCG test for the heck of it, and got faint lines on a few different tests. I didn’t believe it and have taken probably 10 more tests since with lines getting darker each day and got my first positive on a digital last night. Praying it sticks! First prenatal appointment set for April 3rd!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): My husband and I are newlyweds and got married in early December. Baby is due nearly 5 years to the day of when we first met. This will be our first baby and we have 3 dogs who keep us on our toes. We like to travel especially to places with a beac, spend time with family and friends, and spend weekends at breweries or wineries (but only one of us gets to enjoy that now haha). Our close friends are expecting as well and due three months before us so we’re excited to start this next chapter together.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)? I think I’m still in shock because with my age I thought it would take us a little longer. Nerves have calmed as I see darker lines and got confirmation on a digital test. So far just feeling nausea, tired, bloated , and have tender breasts. Now to get to the first appointment!
Due date? According to LMP November 3
How did you find out? I was getting very mild cramping that I assumed meant AF was on the way. Then I got some very light spotting on 11 and 12 DPO and started to get suspicious. Finally took a test on 13DPO and it was very positive!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): Two crazy dogs and a cat keep us very busy. No other children - had a MC last year so fingers crossed this one sticks.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)? Very slight nausea when I haven’t eaten in a while, some mild cramping that comes and goes, and fatigue. Otherwise feeling pretty good physically. Emotionally the anxiety is pretty high, but just trying to take this day by day.
Due date? According to my LMP, Nov. 8 but I have my initial ultrasound on 3/21!
How did you find out? Funny story… I had felt like I was in a *funk* lately. I had 1 pregnancy test left from a scare a few months ago, and didn’t even think it would be positive. But it was. Oops!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): I will be a single mother; when the child’s father found out, he didn’t want anything to do with me or it. I currently work as a therapist and have a wiener dog named Odie :)
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
Pretty strong nausea and tiredness. I had to be prescribed medication for the nausea. No throwing up, just constant nausea with not a lot to eat.
Due date? 11/13
How did you find out? I got my first faint line yesterday, and today it’s a bit darker!
Tell us about yourself: I have one, 1 year old daughter (17 months technically) named Lyla, and a mini dachshund. Hubby and I have been married since 2017.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)? Not terrible. Breasts are slightly sore. I’m exhausted. But mostly really nervous. In December I was pregnant but the baby’s heart stopped beating at 9 weeks. That had been my third miscarriage. Just hoping this one is smooth sailing for the most part.
I took a test 3-4 days before AF and saw a line immediately - at 5:30am because I was awake due to son vomiting in the bed…
Aside from my son, we have a 5yo dog who is amazing!
I am a little sad to end the volleyball season early as I play competitively and to skip out on skiing last week, but only a little…
I’ve been feeling pretty well overall to the extent I was worried last week, but starting to feel more fatigue the last couple days and definitely more toilet breaks. I have a metallic taste similar to what I had with my son and some light pressure / cramping off and on. I’m just hoping for a very healthy pregnancy and a bit worried about how we will manage 2 without family nearby. I also work 50-60 hrs a week right now as I started a new job last June, so worried about getting things in good shape before it’s time for baby (and keeping stress low)
HCG beta tests have been great results & our first ultrasound is next week. Praying for a good appointment. Pregnancy after loss is hard.
Due date?
Based on my last period, November 8!
How did you find out?
I took a few tests that were negative and had pretty much ruled it out, but decided to take one more and saw a veeeery faint line! I have taken so many tests now, I can’t even believe it!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
I live with my boyfriend of 6 years and our cat and dog. He has two older children so this will be our first baby together. We are so excited!
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
Shocked, terrified, excited, anxious, happy, and hopeful! I am thinking all the good thoughts and wishing for the best. Symptoms are few so far but I’m never tired and lately I’ve been exhausted!
Due date? November 9
How did you find out? Took a test today! I had been feeling very tired as well as some other symptoms.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): I am a high school history teacher. I currently am in North Carolina but my husband’s job is moving us to Portland in June. I love to bake and cook. I also love reading and learning about history through books and podcasts. My husband and I also have a naught Shih-Tzu/Poodle mix named Penda.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)? Great! I have suspected that the fatigue I was feeling meant I was pregnant but my first test came back negative. Today’s test came back positive. I am optimistic and very pleased.
My name is Jillian. I just turned 40 and live in Texas.
Due date?
3 November
How did you find out?
My period has been super regular for the past year so I I was surprised when my period was late. One or 2 days? Sure! But 10 is a different story. My IUD expired a little over a year ago and we decided to not try but not prevent. We've had issues getting pregnant before (5 years trying the 1st time and a year the 2nd) so I didn't really believe we'd be here again. But here I am, positive test and all.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
DH and I have been married for 19 years this year. We have 2 sets of boy/girl twins - 13 and 6. Add in 3 cats and 3 dogs and you can see why life is a little crazy. My hobbies are essentially whatever the kids are involved in - sports and scouts. And reading. I love to read.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
I've been nauseous and tired (more than usual). Emotionally I'm in a state of shock and worried about how my kids are going to take the news.
congrats and welcome!
Hi, my name is Patricia and I am 38
Due date?
November 10 according to LMP
How did you find out?
We haven’t been trying to get pregnant but not preventing either. We have been in fertility treatments for 9 years, I was late and took a test and BFP! We are in shock but super nervous because of how close the fertility group followed me and now I’m not.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
I am a full time nurse. I work in a children’s hospital. I have been married for 14 years. We have two beautiful boys- 6 and 2. We conceived through fertility treatments and all in all I had 6 losses. We have an old ass dog who is blind and deaf and annoying lol
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
I am very emotional and on edge. My breasts hurt and some vomiting. I had HG with my oldest son, and not with my second. But 6 losses makes me feel like I will just lose this baby too. I am not seeing my OB until 3/21! It’s forever away. And I keep peeing on sticks because I am so worried. The lines aren’t getting darker just staying the same :-(
Due date? November 18th according to LMP but I did ovulate a bit early according to bbt so it may be earlier
How did you find out? I track my bbt and it was higher than normal and not going down when it normally does. I tested at 13 DPO and there was a faint line. Tested the next day and it was a bit darker!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): My husband and I have been married for 5 years. No human children yet but we have a fur baby named Cody who is super spoiled!
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)? Excited but trying not to get too excited. My husband and I have been trying since June 2022 and had a chemical pregnancy in July and a missed miscarriage in November. I am really hoping that this is our rainbow baby but trying to protect my heart still. Symptoms wise I have been dizzy and felt some pulling around my uterus. Not too many yet but it’s still pretty early
November 4th but I'm going to be preterm
We've been trying for the last several months. It's been totally different this time actually putting in the work and getting disappointed everytime the period comes around instead of my oops baby. (I also have endometriosis and it's supposed to make it more difficult.) So basically a rollercoaster of emotions I'm sure we can all relate to. This last month my period was late and I took a test and it came back positive! A few days later I had severe abdominal pain and went in to get it checked out and found out we're having TWINS. Still trying to wrap my head around that one.
My husband is 38. Has two stepkids and a son from his ex wife. And then with my daughter it took a little convincing to get him to be open to just having "one" more. He's a great dad and I couldn't be more grateful for him.
My daughter is 11, stepson is 10 and they are both super excited.
We have 2 dogs. I work from home so this group is going to be my social outlet. ❤️
So far I am feeling SO tired. And overwhelmed. This pregnancy is going to be completely different and we are going to have our hands so full when the babies come. Worried about work and finances.
We just bought our first house a couple of months ago so all free time is spent shopping furniture and deciding on decor.
Due date? I think it’s November 15th? Based on my last missed period. But I have PCOS and a history of very irregular cycles.
How did you find out? I am 5 months postpartum. This is my third pregnancy, first was a chemical and second was my daughter. We had to do IUIs to conceive her, and were told due to factors from both me and my husband we wouldn’t be able to conceive on our own. 3 months postpartum I got a period, then for the first time in my life exactly four weeks later I got another period. A few days ago I was feeling off and almost jokingly took a test and was floored that it’s positive. I’m still so paranoid it won’t stick, but I’m amazed that we conceived on our own.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): one 5 month old girl, and two cats. I work for my state’s teacher retirement system. I was a teacher during my last pregnancy which was exhausting, and I’m exciting to be working from home for this one. I’m an artist! My husband is the best.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)? Emotionally in disbelief, and going from ecstatic to scared that I will lose it. I have an appointment next week and I cannot wait.
Physically I’ve got sore breasts, big libido, and ravenous hunger.
I’m hoping posting in here will make it a little more real for me.
Due date? According to the apps 11/16/23 but I’ll fine out more accurately at my first appointment in April
How did you find out? My husband and I had only been trying since December but while I was down with a GI bug ( I’m a nurse and it was going around) I figured my urine was most concentrated at this time, so I tested like I did every few days and was so happy to see that it was +… I’m currently on a travel nurse assignment and my husband was visiting me at the time so he was there and saw me look at the test expecting it to be negative like all the the others and I covered my mouth with my hand and said “OMG” :-) I think he thought I was joking. It was the bulk Amazon strips so he ran out and bought a first response test and it was also positive.
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): first time parents and were both pediatric nurses. We be been married for 8 years. I love anything outdoors including hiking, gardening, beekeeping, camping, and family time.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)? On top of recovering from a GI bug, I’ve noticed a lot of happy crying even before I found out I was pregnant and I’m tossing and turning at night.
<3 Elizabeth
Due date?
I'm due November 12th!
How did you find out?
I found out at 3 weeks and 5 days/27dpo. I felt slight twinges in my lower pelvis area so I decided to take a test even though I was planning to wait a few more days. I brought it out to the couch and had my husband pull it out. He wasn't sure how to read it but it said PREGNANT!
Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?):
I am 31 and just married in July 2022. This is our first pregnancy. I am a former elementary teacher of 8 years turned homemaker. My husband and I live in North East Ohio but I am originally from Western PA.
How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
Before I found out I was pretty lethargic and tired. My main symptom has been light cramping. Lately I've randomly been a ball of energy and have been experiencing trouble falling asleep easily and quickly. I also seem to have a decreased appetite the past few days that doesn't seem due to any morning sickness/food aversions. Not sure how long that will last!
Due date:
November 10
How did you find out?
Working through the initial shock. I had just stopped breastfeeding, and had planned to do a few things to take care of myself - from things like a surgery I had been putting off, some medications I wanted to take, to silly self care things. But I am overjoyed! Just quite shocked.
Second kid: Dec 2021
First kid: Sept 2019
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> Due date? According to my LMP my due date is November 1. My birthday is actually the 7th so I’m getting a baby for my birthday (;
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> How did you find out? I was getting very nauseous and having trouble sleeping. I decided to take a test and had a faint line. Waited until I missed my period and it was confirmed..
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> Tell us about yourself (Other children/pets? Job? Things you like to do? Spouse/partner?): I do not have a partner currently. This was kind of a whoopsy one time thing. He has made up his mind in not being involved so I’m focused on me and my child This is my first baby unless you count my doggy girl. Her name is Maci and she is 7.
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> How are you feeling (Any symptoms, emotionally)?
I’m feeling excited and hopeful. Not too many symptoms right now.