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August 2011 Moms
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Monday Morning Check In
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How far along?:
Best Baby related moment of last week:
Movement/Kick Counting:?
Complaints?:
How was your sleep this week?:
Belly Button In or Out?:
Cravings?:
Nursery Progress PIP if you want:
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?:
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out?
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Re: Monday Morning Check In
How far along?: 32 Weeks 2 Days
Best Baby related moment of last week: Watching my belly roll when LO moves still brings a tear to my eye
Movement/Kick Counting:? He has been very active since the Bruins won the Stanley Cup
Complaints?: Bending waste down
How was your sleep this week?: Still sleeping well. Not that good last night but not due to LO
Belly Button In or Out?: still in but barely
Cravings?: Mozeralla Sticks
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Ordered custom Red Sox bedding and the crib matress and rocking chair pads arrived
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: That I am all belly and I make a beautiful pregnant woman.
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? We are going today which is why I asked this question. I was wondering what other people's opinions were on this. SO wanted to go more than me.How far along?: 32 weeks 6 days
Best Baby related moment of last week: Watching and feeling our LO turn over in my belly
Movement/Kick Counting: a lot of movement all the time
Complaints?: dehydration and swelling
How was your sleep this week?: I wake up about 4 times a night for the bathroom
Belly Button In or Out?: In still
Cravings?: Really wanted soft serve ice cream last night
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: In the process of painting the furniture.. pictures will come this week
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: "You are all belly!"
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? We will get a 3D ultrasound tomorrow at our doctor's office. We went 4 weeks ago for our growth scan, but weren't able to get a good picture. So our doctor said we could get one more since I had some spotting earlier in the pregnancy.How far along?: 31 weeks
Best Baby related moment of last week: I ordered her outfit for newborn pictures.
Movement/Kick Counting?: She's always moving!
Complaints?: Acid reflux! Hot flashes! Feet swelling like crazy!
How was your sleep this week?: Meh. About as much as you get with a newborn.
Belly Button In or Out?: Way out.
Cravings?: Pizza. Sushi.
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Ha! It's STILL a storage room!
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: My FIL came twice this week to help us install kitchen cabinets and a dishwasher. It's 4 hours of driving every time he comes to see us, and he worked here for 10 hours each time. Really appreciate that!
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? Not getting one. I want to see her when she's HERE and I can hold her.How far along?: 33 weeks, 6 days
Best Baby related moment of last week: Watching my husband read a book, "Father to Daughter." It was too sweet and nearly made me cry.
Movement/Kick Counting:? Less kicking and more of rolling wave motions all around my belly. Hopefully this is her turning upside down.
Complaints?: My swelling and highblood pressure.
We are headed in later this morning to check on it again and watch for preeclampsia
How was your sleep this week?: Eh, less the desirable. I am not a side sleeper so it's hard to get comfortable.
Belly Button In or Out?: Still in, shocking, I know!
Cravings?: Chocolate milkshakes and chicken nuggests
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Nursery is 95% done and nearly organized! Yay! I wish I could figure out how to
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: A surprise package from my mom with a handmade knitted receiving blanket and a few maternity shirts "to get me to the end."
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? Not having one, at least to my knowledge. The doctor tried to do one earlier in our pregnancy but she wasn't in a good spot, and I must admit the image kind of freaks me out, even though I am totally mesmerized by the technology.How far along?: 32 weeks
Best Baby related moment of last week: Laying on the floor next to my 85 pound baby of a dog yesterday.. the dog would lean towards my stomach and the baby would push back like get the eff off of me!
Movement/Kick Counting:? 1 or 2 days of being very active, then seems like he sleeps a lot the next.
Complaints?: Excited for him to get here, and for me to start feeling like "myself" again..
How was your sleep this week?: I think LO has moved down a little, sleeping has been a little better the past 2 days.
Belly Button In or Out?: definetly in, and I doubt it will pop out.
Cravings?: anything sweet, fruit..oj, starburst.
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: We have the crib, dresser, and chair.. waiting until after my showers to get more (1st one is Saturday!!!)
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: My husband helping me clean.. what took him a half an hour would have felt like it took me 2 hours!
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? If we had more extra money I might.. but I'd rather spend it on something we need.How far along?: 33 weeks (34 weeks tomorrow!)
Best Baby related moment of last week: Snuggling with hubby when i got back from my trip and having him talk to my little girl. He's going to be a fabulous dad!
Movement/Kick Counting?: Don't even do kick counts because i can feel her move continuously
Complaints?: Constant discomfort, especially when sitting. Oh, and feet swelling like crazy (my own damn fault though - ate a whole bunch of french fries right before a long flight and didn't drink enough water - had the worst cankles i've ever seen!!!)
How was your sleep this week?: I was so tired over the past week that once i fell asleep, i was out (except for the usual nightly pee breaks)
Belly Button In or Out?: Completely in - i don't think it'll pop out.
Cravings?: None, really. As per usual throughout this pregnancy, i crave protein more than anything else but am fine with whatever form it comes in.
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Ummm.... well, we're moving into our new house on July 2nd sooooo.... No progress yet
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: I went to a conference this past week and everyone commented on how i was all belly with otherwise no changes to me and that i was a stylish pregnant woman- it made me feel fabulous as i sometimes (ok, often) feel like a whale!
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? Not doing one either - they turned it on at the 20 week scan and i wasn't hugely impressed. I'll see her when i see her ;-)
How far along?: 32 weeks 4 days
Best Baby related moment of last week: having DH watch little one kick and make my tummy bounce
Movement/Kick Counting:? this baby is a mover, I haven't really needed to do kick counts
Complaints?: I am so itchy!
How was your sleep this week?:same as it has been for the past 3+ months. I have had to get up to pee at least twice a night pretty much since I was 5 months along.
Belly Button In or Out?: Still innie, but it's definitely flatter. I don't think mine will pop out.
Cravings?: Reese's peanut butter cups. Only once though.
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Going to get started more on it now. We had baby shower this last Saturday, so now we can start putting things together.
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: Well, we had our baby shower, so there were lots of nice things people did and said to me. Lots of people were telling me how good I still look.
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? No, they seem gross to me (no offense to people who like them, just my opinion).Best Baby related moment of last week:
Movement/Kick Counting:? Lots of movement, no need for counting kicks.
Complaints?: Hemorrhoids and constipation.
How was your sleep this week?: It's been better.
Belly Button In or Out?: In.
Cravings?: None, really.
Nursery Progress PIP if you want:
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?:
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? I have a 3rd trimester U/S today and the office will do a complimentary 3D/4D. If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? Doesn't freak me out at all. I had it done with DS and DD2... loved it!How far along?: 30 weeks, 5 days
Best Baby related moment of last week: Finding out that our LO has a full head or hair, my nose/lips and DH's chin at our 3d/4d us.
Movement/Kick Counting:? He has a new game that involves seeing how much air he can squish out of my lungs so I don't think I need to count.
Complaints?: Well, his new game kind of sucks but other than that and some minor back pain/swelling I am good to go.
How was your sleep this week?: Pretty good. I have developed a new understanding of the value of an afternoon nap.
Belly Button In or Out?: It was 50/50 but it seems to have gone back in some. Weird.
Cravings?: Nope. Just eating a lot of fruit these days but that is because I have a disturbing fixation on the farmer's markets.
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Quilt and curtains are started. The rest is done.
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: DH has been pretty much awesome all week so I can't pick one specific thing.
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? I got mine done last week and it turned out really well. I was kind of skeptical but my dr doesn't do them past the AS unless there is something wrong so I went anyhow just to see how our LO is doing and how big he is getting. It was definitely nice to see the little guy but wouldn't bother if my dr did regular ultrasounds with my scheduled visits.How far along?: 31w2d
Best Baby related moment of last week: FInally ordered our crib!! Feels good to have that out of the way. Also, having DH see my belly move for the first time and the look on his face!
Movement/Kick Counting:? I pay attention to movement, but don't actually count.
Complaints?: my knee hurts when I hike downhills - pretty sure it's from the extra weight I"m carrying.
How was your sleep this week?: not that great...I've been trying to sleep exclusively on the left side, and it's not easy. I've been getting up and moving to the couch so I can put my back against it.
Belly Button In or Out?: in, but barely.
Cravings?: made some chocolate cupcakes to fulfill a chocolate craving :-)
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: none yet, but maybe by the end of this month we'll have at least the crib set up!
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: I posted a picture of myself hiking at 31 weeks - got lots of compliments on how I look right now and how I'm still active
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? Nope - just b/c I'm sticking to what the insurance covers for those. I can wait until baby is born to get a better look at him.How far along?: 34 weeks
Best Baby related moment of last week: She kicked so hard my phone fell off my stomach
Movement/Kick Counting:? Slowing a little, but getting stronger at times.
Complaints?: Ankles have started swelling sometimes now.
How was your sleep this week?: Pretty good, better than it's been.
Belly Button In or Out?: In, but almost closed!
Cravings?: Watermelon
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: House is being built.
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: My co-workers threw me a baby shower at work.
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? Yes, we went. I loved it. She is so beautiful, and looks just like her daddy!Complaints?: My feet hurt...all the time....
How was your sleep this week?:Terrible, to be honest...But trying to stay happy and positive! Belly Button In or Out?: Still hanging in there.Cravings?: Does ice cream count?Nursery Progress PIP if you want: It's coming along great, will post pics when it's done! Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: My MIL said I looked beautiful and elegant yesterday!
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? We are Team Green and leaving everything for a surprise so won't be doing this! But I think it's fun when other people do it!
How far along?: 29w5d
Best Baby related moment of last week: IOrdering an outfit for the newborn photos!
Movement/Kick Counting?: He is moving all the time now.
Complaints?: Sciatica
How was your sleep this week?: So so
Belly Button In or Out?: In
Cravings?: none
Nursery Progress PIP if you want:
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: DH cleaned all the floors which is such a big help.
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? Not getting one, they freak me out.How far along?: 30 weeks 4 days
Best Baby related moment of last week: Yesterday DH and I were just laying on the couch and he was feeling the crazy movement going on in there.
Movement/Kick Counting:? I started off counting, but realized I can feel him all the time anyways so no need to count at a specific time every day.
Complaints?: I have a weird pain under my left breast on my stomach that feels like chafing or like it's being pulled. I feel it mostly when I sit and I guess I'm rubbing there more than ever. It's weird!
How was your sleep this week?: Pretty good. I only had one pretty bad night because of that spot on my stomach that feels like it's burning sometimes especially when I lay on my left side and then even when I try to flip over it persists.
Belly Button In or Out?: Looks like it will stay in.
Cravings?: Just sweets as usual.
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Pretty much done. Just waiting on a dresser and a few other things for the wall.
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: My hairdresser offered to give me a trim free of charge just before the baby is due.
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? None for us. I don't want to spend the extra money on one and don't need it that bad, plus I kind of do think it looks a little freaky.How far along?: 31weeks
Best Baby related moment of last week: my mom felt him kick
Movement/Kick Counting:? 23 in 2 hrs
Complaints?: my butt is cramping from sleep on my side
How was your sleep this week?: It sucked and is getting harder to move from side to side
Belly Button In or Out?: it is way in
Cravings?: crushed ice
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: every thing is up just need a glider and clean the closet out.
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: may I touch your belly?
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out?Best Baby related moment of last week:
Movement/Kick Counting:? No need to count yet, still moving around like crazy
Complaints?: a bit of Carpal tunnel, but at least my acid reflux has gone away
How was your sleep this week?: fabulous
Belly Button In or Out?: In
Cravings?: Sprite
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: no progress. I'm just hoping I can get the bottles and pack n play out storage before she arrives!
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?:
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? No I didn't/won't get a 3D ultrasound. They do freak me out a little.How far along?: 33 weeks 4 days
Best Baby related moment of last week: Watching my belly roll around and bulge out in certain spots, and DH actually getting to watch it with me.
Movement/Kick Counting:? LOTS of movement...not really doing the kick counting
Complaints?: My back is starting to hurt progressively more every day; it's getting harder to get around (I lumber/waddle more than walk these days); it's getting harder to get comfortable in bed, and to get in and out of it; heartburn/reflux is just out. of. control.
How was your sleep this week?: Not too bad...not to great either.
Belly Button In or Out?: Still in...but shallow
Cravings?: I still have a freakish addiction to dairy - mostly milk and ice cream; otherwise not really "craving" anything...
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Oh we barely have the crib in there...
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: Well this was a couple of weeks ago, but my FIL (when they were in town) said that I look fantastic, and that I was really "starting to glow" and looked quite radient.
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? We had our 3D ultrasound at 28 weeks, and boy was it fun! LO wasnt super cooperative so our U/S tech has been trying to squeeze me in at my last couple of appts to get a few better shots of his face...overall though, the pics we did get are SUPER cute; I'd do it again in a heartbeat!!How was your sleep this week?: Pretty good. I always get up 2 to 3 times to pee though.Belly Button In or Out?: Still in.. but shallowCravings?: Dippin DotsNursery Progress PIP if you want: Bought the paint
How far along?: 32 Weeks 2 Days
Best Baby related moment of last week: Those kicks and rolls never get old. And yesterday, my brother and SIL (they live 2 hours away) were able to feel them
Movement/Kick Counting:? This LO is pretty active but I haven't actually been counting kicks
Complaints?: DH. I'll just leave it at that
How was your sleep this week?: Meh. I Wake up at least once a night (usually 2 or 3 times). it sucks but it's not like it's going to be any better when the baby is here.
Belly Button In or Out?: Mostly in
Cravings?: red berries
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Nada
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: Hmmm... I just love when people do/say/offer things because I am pregnant. Like when I stop for coffee, the guy always offers decaf (but doesn't give me a side eye when I choose "real" coffee instead)
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? Not doing it.How far along?: 33w5d
Best Baby related moment of last week: no single thing comes to mind...
Movement/Kick Counting:? all day, all night -- no counting for me. Nurses do fetal tones every 4 hours on both babies.
Complaints?: hospital beds and food stink!
How was your sleep this week?: see above
Belly Button In or Out?: flattened
Cravings?: none
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: none, been in the hospital since 29w.
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: lots of visitors, flowers, and cards from friends, family, and colleagues
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? n/a because it's harder to get good images with twins.How far along?: 33w!!!
Best Baby related moment of last week: #2 kicking DD when she sat on my lap for a story
Movement/Kick Counting:? n/a
Complaints?: I have a lot of them today. I'm not comfortable
How was your sleep this week?: getting worse
Belly Button In or Out?: out
Cravings?: cold things
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: n/a
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: some friends telling me how good I look pg
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? all my u/s are 4d - I just had one last week.Need help with high fat food ideas? Chunky Monkey
How far along?: 33 weeks 1 day!
Best Baby related moment of last week: My husband watching LO kick me from across the room. Also, last night I sat in my glider and read to LO and he was kicking me the whole time.. it was so cute
Movement/Kick Counting:? He moves alllll of the time!
Complaints?: Side pains, tired, weak.. is it almost over?
How was your sleep this week?: Not too great, LO has moved down so I am up to pee a lot plus switching sides every hour or so throughout the night.
Belly Button In or Out?: About level with my belly
Cravings?: Nothing out of the ordinary.. but I have started getting my appetite back!
Nursery Progress PIP if you want: I posted last week
Everything is done except for the new cushions for the glider and the dresser is being delivered in about a month.
Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: My SIL said she is jealous that I have only gained in my belly and nowhere else (I beg to differ!)
Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? We had ours at 30 weeks and it was AWESOME! He looks just like his daddy which I totally expectedHow was your sleep this week?: Sleeping pretty good actually. Definitely sleeping more than normal.Belly Button In or Out?: InCravings?: SpaghettiNursery Progress PIP if you want: Done!Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: My MIL said that I looked beautiful and that pregnancy suited me well.Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? We did! The pictures turned out great.. when LO wasn't being stubborn..lol!
How was your sleep this week?: Not so goodBelly Button In or Out?: InCravings?: Fruit Nursery Progress PIP if you want: Done!!Nicest thing someone did or said to you last week?: You look healthy and great!Did you or will you be going for a 3D/4D Ultrasound? If you already went did you like the results? Or does the idea of them just freak you out? I would love to but we cannot afford it