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April 2014 Moms
figgs0831
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** Monday Multiples Check-in **
figgs0831
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Happy Monday all! Hope you all had a great weekend. I'm finally back online, so here goes the check-in. Welcome to the April 2014 Multiples check-in! This is a weekly check-in on Mondays for April moms who are carrying 2 or more babies in their belly!
Please let me know if I missed out on anyone's gender announcement!
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Please share the following in your post (If you are new, please intro!):
How are you feeling this week? Updates?
Vent Away:
What have you bought so far?
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy?
Aches and Pains... How are dealing?
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book?
Multiple Mama's Roll call:
Bump Name EDD Type of Twins Team
@MegJ17 3/28/14 Spontaneous Pink
@tiffy81 3/31/14 IVF Blue
@gracierandolph 4/1/14 Clomid Blue
@nessabeers 4/2/14 Spontaneous Pink
@mrs550 4/4/14 IUI Pink
@dalzie86 4/6/14 Spontaneous
@sweett1998 4/9/14 IVF
@littlelady77 4/10/14 DE IVF Purple
@megs3084 4/11/14 IVF B-blue
@zazu13 4/11/14 IVF Pink
@figgs0831 4/12/14 IVF Purple
@abbypug19 4/13/14 IUI
@danisara21 4/12/14 Spontaneous
@jagarner81 4/16/14 IVF Blue
@ckred27 4/17/14 Spontaneous Blue
@kbatchetee 4/18/14 Spontaneous
@merlin974 4/21/14 IVF
@nursedockler 4/22/14 Spontaneous
@momof8insc 4/23/14 IVF Purple
@katiegummow 4/24/14 Spontaneous
@krosetoes 4/24/14 IVF Green
@kdarden15 4/25/14 Spontaneous Blue
@maitaibeth 4/26/14 IVF Pink
@mdmom2512 4/26/14 Spontaneous Pink
@enn06L80 4/28/14 IVF
Our baby boy,Logan, was born still at 19w3d on 7/1/2011
Our 2nd baby boy, Mason, was born still at 20w3d on 1/31/2012
After a much needed sanity break... we are praying for our rainbows
((BFP 7/29/13)) ((EDD 4/12/14)) It's BOY/GIRL twins!!!
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Re: ** Monday Multiples Check-in **
How are you feeling this week? Updates? ehhh I want sleep
Vent Away: Srlsly, I want sleep
What have you bought so far? I already have two kiddos so have some of the things I need already. Twins specfic I have bought : Double Stroller, Double snap n go, Arms Reach cosleeper bed, extra car seat, stocked up on diapers, formula, wipes and desitin.
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy? Got a lot of new books on my kindle and starting watching Battlestar Galatica again
DH is going to hook up the xbox in our room when I go full bedrest (on modified right now)
Aches and Pains... How are dealing? Had and still have horrible headache that kept me up most of the night. Ugh. and I am getting a resurrgence of tailbone/lower back pain, time to readjust those pillows.
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book? Oh this could be a long list, but I'll try to limit to 5 or under. The Time Travelers Wife (audrey neffenger), Pride & Prejudice (jane austin), Jurassic Park (michael criton), The Witching Hour (anne rice), The Fountainhead (ayn rand)
POS+April 2009-M/c May 2009, POS+July 2009-M/c Aug 2009, POS+ Novemeber 2009 -Baby Boy Charlie DOB 07/06/2010, POS+July 2011-M/c and D&C Aug 2011, POS+Dec 2011 -Baby Boy Ethan DOB 07/27/2012, POS+Aug 2013-TWIN BOYS! Jack and Miles born March 23rd 2014!!
How are you feeling this week? Updates? I'm exhausted. I fight to keep my eyes open, but yet can't sleep at night. I'm guessing this is some part of a growth spurt, because I feel miserable. At last weeks ultrasound, baby girl weighed in at 1lb 4 oz and baby boy at 1lb 2oz. We also had our fetal echo since they are IVF babies, and both hearts look perfect.
Vent Away: I just want to sleep. I would also love to be able to go one day without excruciating lower back pain.
What have you bought so far? Absolutely nothing. We will probably start our registry right after Christmas.
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy? I'm on modified rest for now. Catching up on all of my bad tv. Loaded up my ipad with books. Also, will probably watch some youtube videos and attempt knitting. LOL
Aches and Pains... How are dealing? I'm not dealing. The back pain is the worst. Even sleeping with my snoogle, it is still a pain in the ass. Also, I've now developed the wonderful hip and pelvic pain. Great. I'm going to talk with the doctor about getting a belly support belt. Heard good things about them
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book? I have a list of these as well. Off the top of my head.... Outlander series (Diana Gabaldon), anything by Sara Addison Addler, The light Between Oceans (not to be read while PG), anything by Kristen Ashley (my guilty pleasure books!)
Our baby boy,Logan, was born still at 19w3d on 7/1/2011
Our 2nd baby boy, Mason, was born still at 20w3d on 1/31/2012
After a much needed sanity break... we are praying for our rainbows
((BFP 7/29/13)) ((EDD 4/12/14)) It's BOY/GIRL twins!!!
How are you feeling this week? Updates? Other than being tired and having the now-normal pelvic pains, I'm ok this week. We had our AS last week and we are having a boy and a girl, so we are super excited. Everyone looks healthy and they both weighed in at 15 oz.
Vent Away: I'm ready to start organizing the nursery, but hubs says we have time. There's just so much going on with the holidays and upcoming functions, that I'm afraid that I won't feel like doing anything later on.
What have you bought so far? We purchased our two cribs and a changing table only because we hit a heck of a Thanksgiving weekend sale. Our registry has been started, but that's about it.
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy? Not on BR, but thinking about those of you that are.
Aches and Pains... How are dealing? I'm actually seeing a Physical Therapist this afternoon to help me mitigate the pelvic and sciatic pain. Some days I can barely walk. And most nights, it's what keeps me awake. Rolling over is the pits. I keep reminding myself that it's all going to be worth it.
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book? Oh wow . . . that's a tough one. Favorite Classic was probably Gone With The Wind or The Lord of The Rings. But there are so many.
How are you feeling this week? Updates? Awesome, we are team blue! I love them so much it's ridiculous. It is so much fun to call them by their gender, I have deep respect for those who can wait to find out.
Vent Away: Names are so hard to figure out.
What have you bought so far? We are trying not to buy much at all, and hoping our showers will provide most of it. I have gotten bedding and one outfit per boy (gender reveal to ILs).
Aches and Pains... How are dealing? I am not. I don't look forward to bedtime anymore because my hips get so sore. Last night I resorted to sleeping in a V shape with my hip hanging off the side of the bed. Not fun. We are going to have to get a better mattress.
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book? I love fiction series, Twilight, 50 shades, Fever... When there are sexy scenes, even better.
How are you feeling this week? Updates? Things are starting to get uncomfortable at night and the exhaustion is coming back but other than that I'm okay.
Vent Away: I'm pretty independent and I don't like people doing things for me. All of a sudden all I hear is "hold on I'll do that for you" and I'm kinda sad about losing some independence. I know people are just being kind, this is better for everyone and I should just be appreciative (I am for the mots part) but I'm a little sad I'm not really self sufficient anymore. I guess I need to get use to it, lol.
What have you bought so far? I have a baby shopping problem. Tons of clothes (I told myself I wouldn't do that), cribs, a stroller, 2 car seats, a huge stash of cloth diapers and accessories, The stuff to make mobiles, toys and I'm sure I'm forgetting some other things too.
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy? I'm not there (yet) but I wanted to give all you BR ladies a huge ((hug)).
Aches and Pains... How are dealing? I complain to hubby a lot but only him.
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book? There are so many. "Lonesome dove", the "Earths children Series" starting with "Clan of the Cave Bear" and "Night Circus" come to mind immediately.
POS+April 2009-M/c May 2009, POS+July 2009-M/c Aug 2009, POS+ Novemeber 2009 -Baby Boy Charlie DOB 07/06/2010, POS+July 2011-M/c and D&C Aug 2011, POS+Dec 2011 -Baby Boy Ethan DOB 07/27/2012, POS+Aug 2013-TWIN BOYS! Jack and Miles born March 23rd 2014!!
How are you feeling this week? Updates? 23w3d today. I'm slowing down. I still feel good, but feeling it more and more every day. I have a dry cough from the cold air / inversion that is bugging me and making it hard to breathe.
Vent Away: Found my first stretch marks. Boo.
What have you bought so far? Stroller, mobile and mirror. (The mobile and mirror are the ones I registered for from Pottery Barn. They were on sale with free shipping this weekend and I'd just gotten a small Christmas bonus from my job so I ordered them. I'd like two of each so hoping someone else gets me one for a shower gift.
) I've also received a few gifts so far and a few hand me down items, but i'm going to hold off shopping until after the showers, too.
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy?Luckily no bed rest for me yet. Hugs to those who are.
Aches and Pains... How are dealing? Lower back aches at the end of the day, usually after being on my feet too much. I have found chiropractic adjustments to help as well as warm baths. Today I'm getting a massage... Ahhh ..
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book? Love this question! I need to check out some of the books suggested. Some of my favorites are The Glass Castle, 1000 Splendid Suns, Grapes of Wrath, Harry Potter, Anne of Green Gables.
Age: 35 TTC since 2005, MFI & DOR
IVF #1 Sep '11 - canceled poor response
IVF #2 Nov '11 8R/8M/4F 3dt x2 - chemical
IVF #3 April '12 11R/6M/4F 3dt x2 - m/c
FET #1 Aug 2012 3dt x2 - BFN
**new RE**
IVF #4 Jan '13 BFN 11R/6M/6F 5dt x2 - BFN
IVF #5 July '13 16R/10M/10F 5dt x2 + 1 frostie
9dp5dt Beta 1 = 344!! 16dp5dt. Beta 2 = 4822 7wk u/s= 2 heartbeats!
Twin girls! 3/6/14
How are you feeling this week? Updates?
22w on Wednesday! Feeling tired and hips and back sore while sleeping. I actually feel pretty good right now. Measuring 29w as of 21w.
Vent Away:
Just my blood sugar. Even w insulin, I'm screwed. I eat healthy, low carb, whole food, and still have high BS.
What have you bought so far?
A twin graco pnp, last night I bought a Beco Butterfly 2 for hubby and me to use when another baby is bring carried/worn. We wont use a stroller. After the first 5 kids, we realized we never used it. So w number 6, we just carried and wore him. So that's what we will do. Even getting convertible car seats that hold preemies (combi corroco) instead of infant.
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy?
Not there yet, but MFM predict no later than 26-30 due to previous pgcys.
Aches and Pains... How are dealing?
Living it. Sucks but oh well.
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book?
Anything Janet evanovich and Sarah strohmeyer. And Karen Marie moning. Whew to that one!!
I'm 23 weeks and on partial bedrest now. My blood pressure was high at the last appointment but I'm hoping that resting more and cutting out salt helps. My hips are getting so sore! My back is holding up ok so far thank goodness.
In better news, we finally confirmed that we are team purple! Their names are Samuel and Caroline
Hopefully I can keep up more now that I'm supposed to be resting now, I'd like to keep up with you guys. This twin pregnancy is totally different from my single baby pregnancy!
Also, have you read Highlander? Worth it?
How are you feeling this week? Updates? Feeling pretty good. I actually went to the gym this past weekend and worked out for the first time in a long time! Well, water aerobics isn't a huge work-out for me, but it was more than I've done in months!
Vent Away: I took my wedding and engagement rings off this weekend. My fingers started swelling a little and I'm worried about the rings getting stuck. I'm kinda bummed I had to take them off already.
What have you bought so far? 2 car seats, a 2-camera video monitor, 5 cloth diapers, a small couch for the nursery, a used double snap and go. All items were on super sales!
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy? NA - I so feel for you ladies dealing with it though. It's hard for me to imagine being on bed rest already!
Aches and Pains... How are dealing? Not too many aches and pains yet. I'm very lucky.
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book? East of Eden (John Steinbeck), The Handmaid's Tale (Margaret Atwood), Summer Sisters (Judy Blume), The Giver (Lois Lowry), Anne of Green Gables (Lucy Maude Montgomery)
No I didn't know there were new ones. I was following her on FB, I don't know where she went.
Highlander series --- um, yes please. Very good.
How are you feeling this week? Updates?
This group always makes me feel so much better. I am feeling SO tired. I mean totally wiped out. Just getting through the day is exhausting. Then I logged on and saw that you ladies are having a hard time too, and I feel SO much better! I just need to find the time and space to calm down and rest some. It's just tough becuase work is so very busy the week before a break (I'm a middle school teacher).
Vent Away:
That whole having to catch your breath thing is tough!
What have you bought so far?
On cyber monday, we bought carseats and a double stroller! I've also bought some clothes on consignment.
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy?
I am thinking of all of you! Sending you really good thoughts!
Aches and Pains... How are dealing?
Ugh--yeah, this part isn't going to get easier is it? My feet hurt pretty badly, and my back is always sore. I have gotten one massage because I had a gift certificate, and I felt better for a couple of days. Baths feel really nice. I also got into the pool for the first time since being pregnant. I can barely swim like I used to only a few months ago, but floating felt amazing!
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book?
Oh wow--this is tough! I really love reading! I thought Unbroken was incredible, all of the Lord of the Rings, Neil Gaiman books. I also love some good action/thriller books too, and the occasional romance :-) I just like to read!
@ckred27 I'm with you on the being tired. I hit a hard wall last week. Hopefully you get your energy back soon!
@kbatchetee I've been having TB issues too. I can only post from my work comuter. Everywhere else won't allow me! aWW... CONGRATS ON TEAM PURPLE!!! So exciting.
@Katiegummow Team Blue!!!!!! All those books are my faves too! If you really want a fun read (with lots of sexy scenes) read anything y Kristen Ashley. Her books are seriously addictive.
@littlelady77 Your shopping addiction is hilarious. I'm so behind compared to everyone! I was independant too and now it sucks. I'v'e just put my pride aside for the moment and am letting it happen. Just a few more months until I can regain my life back. Also, enjoy it while it lasts. I have a feeling we will all be begging for some help as these babies continue to grow.
Our baby boy,Logan, was born still at 19w3d on 7/1/2011
Our 2nd baby boy, Mason, was born still at 20w3d on 1/31/2012
After a much needed sanity break... we are praying for our rainbows
((BFP 7/29/13)) ((EDD 4/12/14)) It's BOY/GIRL twins!!!
@zazu13 Ugh, stretch marks! Hopefully they won't get much worse! Glad you are still feeling good though. I am starting to treasure the days that I feel like a human being. I've readd all your favorites too! I was surprised at how much i enjoyed 1000 Splendid Suns.
@momof8insc Sorry to hear about the GD. It must be so hard finding that balance to keep your numbers steady. I am still in awe that you are on to 7 and 8! Do you have help nearby incase you do go on bedrest early?
@abbypug19 Of course you are still welcome! Sorry to hear about the bedrest. Will they let you off if your BP goes back down? And... Yay for another team purple!!!!
@maitaibeth I hate that you are dealing with all of this. Praying that your cervix holds and your girls get here safely (in another 3 months at minimum). You are lucky that you can work from home though. I can do a day here or there, but definitely not an entire week. On a lighter note... I didn't know they were making it into a series! I just started book 7, so I'm not quite done with it yet. Do you know when they are planning to come out with it?
Our baby boy,Logan, was born still at 19w3d on 7/1/2011
Our 2nd baby boy, Mason, was born still at 20w3d on 1/31/2012
After a much needed sanity break... we are praying for our rainbows
((BFP 7/29/13)) ((EDD 4/12/14)) It's BOY/GIRL twins!!!
@krosetoes I give you alot of credit for working out. That idea is so far from my mind it's not even funny. I had to remove my rings too. They were getting a bit snug, so it was better to be safe. I'll probably go to the store and pick up a cheapy band just to get through the next few months. My hand feels so naked!
@kdarden15 I hope you get some rest over the holiday break! I can't imagine teaching a roomful of children at this point. I'm exhausted just thinking about it.
Our baby boy,Logan, was born still at 19w3d on 7/1/2011
Our 2nd baby boy, Mason, was born still at 20w3d on 1/31/2012
After a much needed sanity break... we are praying for our rainbows
((BFP 7/29/13)) ((EDD 4/12/14)) It's BOY/GIRL twins!!!
My ILs also live on our street but I have a complex about asking for help other than watching the kids for a few hours for our Friday night date.
But yeah, oldest 3 will help out. The oldest girl (13) cooks as well as an adult and they all have chores. I homeschool, so they will be here at all times to help w the littles.
How are you dealing? On home BR?
I got a few of each:
- prefoldes/covers
- AIO (All in ones)
- hybrids (gdiapers)
- pocket (Kawaii pure & Natural)
Vent Away: My acne and now I have Eczema around my mouth, hands and back... I just can't win with my skin
What have you bought so far? A stroller, yay! We are opening it on Christmas Day. Ordered some preemie clothes from carter's sale, so cute and itty bitty! I also got my first cloth diapers this week and got super excited (been trying to do my homework). My sister gave me hand me downs and her high chair now that she's done with them and that's about it right now!
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy? Luckily doc said she couldn't find the bleed and that cervix was looking so good she wants me to still take it easy but she said now's your time to prepare for those LO's while you still can! So I'm trying to be organized and get things done!
Aches and Pains... How are dealing?
100 x's better after seeing the chiropractor and getting a new bra! I still use a heat pad every once in awhile.
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book? I love books and reading, there are so many good ones! Right now I am reading "Mere Christianity" by CS Lewis. Love "the four agreements", "the Giver", "Ender's game" and I still love all the Harry potter, hunger games, twilight, lion, witch & the wardrobe, anne of green gables and the true blood series.
How are you feeling this week? Updates?
Feeling ok.....outside of the babies locating my sciatic nerve and waddling :-) I feel pretty good. Babies are looking GREAT!! Got some good news today. We had our regular amniotic fluid scan today and both babies fluids have gone down into the normal range :-) That was awesome news. Baby A still has the cyst that seems to be consistently growing but we are meeting with the surgical team in a couple of weeks to see what the plan is.
Vent Away:
I miss my body. Not so much my pre pregnancy body, I miss my body being mine. I love these two guys but I cannot wait until March when they are finally here!!!
What have you bought so far?
My husband has bought WAY to many clothes!!!! I'm semi obsessed with sock monkey everything so I bought a couple of blankets and sleepers :-) And we are signed up for a monthly rotation of diapers and wipes from amazon.
Aches and Pains... How are dealing? I'm reducing my work days to two days a week next week and I cannot wait! That will help will most of my aches and pains, not having to commute every single day. And I'll stop going in altogether late January.
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book?
Ok so its not my favorite book BUT I loved all three of the 50 shades books. I know lots of people say how poorly written it was and how ridiculous it all sounded BUT my husband really enjoyed the time I was reading those books!!! LOL....My best friend and I read them together and would discuss and no it wasn't mind blowing literature but it definitely led to mind blowing sex at home!!
As of now, I'm not reading anything non PG related :-( I should before the boys get here!!
How are you feeling this week? Updates? I've been feeling great!!! I still have my hip pain, but I'm learning to deal with that. We found out we are having two boys! We go back for the echo on 1/2 ...excited to see my babies again! Baby A was being quite the stinker at the Dr on Tuesday because every time she went to put the doppler on him he would kick it. Dr looked at me and said...you have some very active little boys!
Vent Away: BLoody noses.....anyone else getting them?? Good grief....I had one last night and it drove me nuts!!!
What have you bought so far? We had a crib and double stroller given to us....my friend had twin boys so she has been wonderful!!! My SIL had a little boy last November and saved all his clothes so we have a HUGE bin of clothes already!!!
Bed rest ladies.... How are you holding up? How are you keeping busy?
Aches and Pains... How are dealing? I'm dealing ok. I have upper back pain (which I thought was strange). I'm very surprised I don't have lower back pain as I also have scoliosis. I still have my hip pain, but know how I can "sleep" to help make it not so bad.
GTKY: What is your favorite non-PG related book? Hmmm....I don't read much but I loved the 50 Shades books.....I'm a HUGE dog person so I LOVED LOVED Amazing Gracie! That book made me start making my own dog treats.
Me:34 DH: 29
Married: 7/10/10
TTC since April 2011
Many failed IUIs with clomid, femara, and ovidrel
IVF #1 July 2013 with Menopur, Bravelle, Ganirelix, HCG trigger, Progesterone
Beta 1(8/1): 401, Beta 2(8/5): 1822 1st U/S: 8/13: 2 sacs!!! 2nd U/S: 8/20: 2 healthy heartbeats!!