~ Friday ticker change 1/16 ~

pblge · January 2015

This is the thread for all PGaL ladies whose week ticker changes on Fridays. If you’re new to the group, hop right in! Please let us know your EDD and team, if you know it yet.

How far along are you? Week/Fruit.

How are you feeling physically and emotionally?

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.?

Upcoming milestones or appointments?

Do you need T&P's for anything?

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!)

@taberbtb - Team Pink, EDD 1/30 – Did you get your GBS results back yet? FX!

@tg1993 - Team Blue, EDD 2/27 – How are things going now? Any more nursery purchases?

@22roses - Team Pink, EDD 3/27 – Hope all is well with you! _

@chickinNH - Team Blue, EDD 4/17 – Hope all is well with you!

@pblge - Team Pink, EDD 4/17

@heathersf11 - Team Blue, EDD 5/1 – How has school been going this week? You must be glad for Friday!

@kaynix21 - Team Blue, EDD 5/15 – ((hugs)) for making it through the anniversary. How have you been feeling since?

@kj808 - Team Blue, EDD 5/15 – Hope all is well with you!__

@Stinybean - Team TBD, EDD 6/12 – Hope all is well with you! _

@DenaMaree - Team Green, EDD 7/3 – How is the registry planning going? Are you using either Lucie's list or Baby Bargains (my favorite resources)?

@tigerlynx31413 - Team TBD, EDD 7/17 – Congrats on being in the second tri! Are continuing to feel better?

@smagglebit – Team TBD, EDD 7/17 – Sending you lots of hugs on this day. ((hugs)) Hope you're doing okay.

@snlinega – Team Pink, EDD 7/17 – Are you feeling the love from going public now?

@kistyW13 - Team TBD, EDD 7/24 – Did you have your NT scan? How did it go? Also, is the Zofran still helping?

@CrouchingTiger - Team TBD, EDD 8/9 – Hope all is well with you! _

@dawnstar898 - Team Green, EDD 8/21 – How are the smell aversions going? I imagine that's rough in an animal hospital!

@mkfish31 - Team TBD, EDD 8/21 – Ultrasound in a week! How are you feeling?

@MrsSnyder124 - Team TBD, EDD 8/28 – I know you had your appt.

Come tell us all about it!

tg1993 · January 2015

@pblge‌ Everything is great except sleep these days. Oh the joys of last few weeks.

How far along are you? Week/Fruit. 34 weeks/butternut squash

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? Emotionally I'm still doing good. Physically there is more discomforts this week.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? My husband is finally off work for 7 days so today he will paint the nursery. We also got about 3 inches of snow last night and I m excited because we haven't gotten any this year yet.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? Nothing until 36 weeks.

Do you need T&P's for anything? Nope.

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!) I cant think of anything in oarticular right now probably because my brain is srill asleep.

smagglebit · January 2015

@pblge, thanks for the hugs. So far I'm doing alright today. Right after we lost our baby in August, DH and I got memorial rings with our son's name engraved on them. I keep mine on my right hand, and occasionally when I get really cold, it gets a little loose, but never loose enough to fall off my hand. About a week and a half ago, I was getting ready for bed, and noticed that my ring was missing. I looked all over -in the couch, in my bed, pockets of all my cloths, and couldn't find it anywhere. It made me really sad, but I figured I'd find it someday.

This morning, while I was getting dressed for work, I tossed a pair of jeans at the hamper, and I heard something metal hit the floor. I looked down, and it was my ring! I don't know where it came from, and I wasn't in the jeans because I'd washed them since I lost the ring, and I never put anything in my pockets. I can't really make much sense of it, but it was like the perfect thing to start this day with. Like my little guy was sending me his love. It made me smile and cry. And now I'm crying again while I'm typing it.

smagglebit · January 2015

How far along are you? Week/Fruit.

14w/one app says lemon, one says beet. I think it's a lemon on TB

How are you feeling physically and emotionally?

Physically, hungry. Breakfast didn't last long today. I wish there was some place that delivered breakfast food. Emotionally, actually quite good (see my first post above).

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.?

My first pregnancy, I never would have done a gender reveal party. But this time I'm really wanting to do it. I think it's because I didn't let myself enjoy being pregnant last time. Anyway, my mom is being a real fun sucker about the whole thing. She said she didn't like the idea because she didn't want to "find out with the masses." I tried explaining that I wouldn't be finding out beforehand either, and would find out with everyone else at the party. Eventually I told her that she could be the one who knew first and she can make the cake.

So then I found a cake on pinterest, with cute little bees on it, and it says, "What's it gonna bee..." I really like the bee idea, so all the decorations are bee themed and yellow rather than pink and blue. When I showed her the cake, she said something about how it didn't make much sense to write that on the cake because it's already either a boy or a girl. Now I'm kind of regretting my decision to have a party. I have more than a month before I even find out the sex, and I'm not looking forward to more drama that will inevitably happen before then.

Upcoming milestones or appointments?

Today's my EDD for the boy I lost in August. Next appt. is Wed the 21st - another u/s.

Do you need T&P's for anything?

I'm sort of expecting that the day is going to go downhill somewhat, since I've already cried at work and haven't even been here 2 hours yet.

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!)

Nothing I can think of.

snlinega · January 2015

How far along are you? Week/Fruit. 14 weeks/lemon

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? Pretty good all around. I'm still really tired but hope that in the next few weeks that lets up.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? We are thinking about doing a few renovations - expanding our closet and refinishing the wood floors - we are focused on coordinating that so I probably won't buy much until after that's done.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? I have an appointment on Feb 3

Do you need T&P's for anything? No I think I'm good this week.

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!) I told the rest of my family last night - everyone is of course happy for us. My cousin has a 1 1/2 year old and a 4 month old and told me to come by this spring to take my pick of what she isn't using anymore so that was good news! I am anxious for my next appointment. What I have running through my mind now is that since I've told a lot of people, something is going to happen so I really just want to hear the baby's heartbeat again. Does anyone have a Doppler? I am thinking about getting one, but I have a tilted uterus so I'm worried if I can't find the heartbeat that will make me even more worried.

DenaMaree · January 2015

@tg1993 I am in Albuquerque, NM and have been watching all kinds of reports of Santa Fe (50 miles away) and the mountains on the out-skirts of our city seeing nice amounts of snow but have been so sad that here in the city we haven't seen anything outside of a dusting. I can completely relate/understand how exciting seeing a substantial amount of snow would be! Sorry your starting to feel uncomfortable and sleep hasn't been so great, but if your time has been anything like mine the next six weeks will go So fast!

@smagglebit Sending you so many hugs! I am so glad you found that special treasure!!

How far along are you? Week/Fruit. 16 weeks, avocado (not really a fruit, but the size my app is telling me)

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? I'm not sure what brought it on, but DH decided last night we should talk names. Initially he had it set in his mind if our Lo was a boy he did'nt need a middle name. I immediately expressed my feelings about wanting our Lo to have a middle name that will honor one of our Parents or Grandparents as a tribute. With out him taking time to think about it he said "in that case we should definitely use your Grandpa Walter for the middle name" and I was a blubbering mess the rest of the evening. My Grandfather and I were incredibly close and the last time I saw him was at our wedding reception in Sept, 2010. He was incredibly healthy and very active up until his very sudden stroke in November, 2010. We lost him three days later. I've been super emotional since, and quite frankly for no reason.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? My Mother-in-Law had a 20% discount for Babies R Us and was insistent it needed to be used by its expiration (the 22nd) so she went last weekend and purchased our crib for us. I won't let DH put it together quite this early, but have to admit it is very exciting to see the box in the empty nursery ready to be put together when I'm ready to go down that road. We spend a solid two hours at Baby's R Us working on the registry and added a total of ten items. DH had a blast running around the store testing our jogging strollers (he is a runner). I'm planning on giving it a few weeks before heading back and working further on the registry. Even with the growing tummy I can't help but be worried we are going to get ahead of ourselves so I'm hoping/planning for all the preparations to be a slow process.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? We have our sixteen week appointment this next Wednesday. Not sure what it will entail. We already scheduled out twenty week for end of Feb as I have a rare day off and wanted to be sure I could get an appointment for that day. We aren't planning on finding out the gender, but looking forward to confirming all continues to go well for our Lo.

Do you need T&P's for anything? Our Ob expressed concerns at our twelve week appointment that I was gaining weight too fast with the pregnancy. I am having a love/hate relationship with my hunger and cravings. I did really well for the last three weeks, but this week I have been so much more hungry more often and fruits and vegetables aren't filling me up. I'm nervous the OB will once again focus on gaining too much when I have been so focused on eating healthy and excercising. All the males in DH's family, including him, were 11lb or heavier baby's so I'm starting to think it's inevitable we will have a Huge baby.

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!)

I did acupuncture for the first time last night and left feeling nervous/anxious! Silly doctor spent way too much time talking about signs of threatened MC and was plain stupid in making a comment about being aware of not putting the needles in specific places in the lower back because it can induce labor. In my mind I kept thinking, I should Run! I've had lower back spasm's a couple times this week, and upper body straining regularly so I was really hoping the acupuncture would help with some relief. His constant chatting, especially his topic of conversations, kept me on edge and I'm guessing affected the treatment. My OB was the one who recommended the treatment and the acupuncturist...Anyone else been doing or have done acupuncture during their current pregnancy?

pblge · January 2015

Hi ladies,

I'll respond more later, but I just got word that one of our own, @scrang74, experienced a loss. I'm hoping that we can all send her lots of hugs, thoughts, and prayers. I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm removed you from the post. (((hugs)))

MrsSnyder124 · January 2015

@pblge Thank you for the check in!

Our appointment yesterday went great! DH and I were both very nervous. Everything before the ultrasound is a blur! Just the usual questions, history, quick exam. Im sure I was rushing through everything. Our LO measured 11.4mm which would put us at 7w2d. We didn't change my due date though since we were sure of our conception date. LO has a nice strong HB and looks like a little lima bean! I hope this feeling of relief sticks around a while

How far along are you? Week/Fruit.

8 weeks! Raspberry

How are you feeling physically and emotionally?

Physically exhausted and constantly nauseated. I got a new rx for Reglan yesterday. I've never taken it before so we will see how that works. Emotionally I am feeling pretty good today. DH is finally showing some optimism/excitement.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.?

Work has been crazy lately due to the flu season (I am an urgent care receptionist). Hoping these next two days fly by. I am ready for my weekend!

Upcoming milestones or appointments?

Next appointment isn't until Feb 12th.

Do you need T&P's for anything?

All of the T&P for my first appointment were enough to last me a while! Thank you for that!

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!)

Im having a really hard time with energy/motivation. I have completely let my house go!! I need to get it together and power clean/organize. Literally every room in my house needs some serious work. It's just so overwhelming! I need to kick my DH and DS out of the house for a day and just get it done...but Im afraid of overdoing it. I had inlaws coming next weekend! Ahh!

MrsSnyder124 · January 2015

@smagglebit I'm sorry that you are not getting a good response from your mom about the gender reveal, but I think it is an ADORABLE idea!!! And it's YOUR pregnancy! If she's not on board with planning such a fun party than I say find someone who is!

I would love to see pictures if you decide to do it!

DenaMaree · January 2015

@MrsSnyder124 Yey for a great first ultrasound!! I was in your same boat per measuring behind for our first ultrasound. I new date of conception because we did clomid and a trigger so when we were measuring four days behind I was surprised. By our nine weeks we were measuring right on target!! I also completely let our house go for my first trimester. My nausea and exhaustion completely overwhelmed me and DH chose not to be more proactive around the house. Come fourteen weeks I didn't necessarily get the energy burst I had hear all about, but I was feeling well enough to get back into a routine of organizing and cleaning. Don't stress about it while your not feeling great, it will all be there for you to concentrate on once you get through the nausea,etc!

tigerlynx31413 · January 2015

How far along are you? Week/Fruit.

14 weeks/lemon woo hoo 2nd trimester!!!

How are you feeling physically and emotionally?

Emotionally, I'm doing ok right now. There are still some times when I worry for no good reason, then I snap out of it.
Physically, I thought I was feeling better, but I think it was just a fluke day. I'm still pretty nauseous most days. As annoying as it is, it's still a nice reminder that everything should still be good

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.?
I started my new job last week and I will be telling my boss after my appointment next week about this pregnancy. She seems pretty cool, so I'm hoping she'll take the news well.

Upcoming milestones or appointments?
my next ob appointment is Tuesday morning.

Do you need T&P's for anything?
This may seem dumb but I had GD with DD and I'm worried about having it with this one as well. I think my Dr will send me for the glucose tolerance test early, but I'm hoping I don't have to go yet.

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!)

Just to keep your fingers crossed that my new boss takes my news well.

mkfish31 · January 2015

@pblge Thanks for checking on us!

How far along are you? Week/Fruit.

9 weeks! Green Olive

How are you feeling physically and emotionally?
I'm still feeling pretty good. My hunger has been off the charts and I'm worried I'm gaining a lot of weight fast.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.?

I'm on the overnight shifts this weekend for the emergency dept.- hating life at the moment!
Upcoming milestones or appointments?
So excited that my first appt is next week! I can't believe it is almost here. All in all, I am glad I waited to see our baby. I have had to rely on a lot of faith that everything is and will be ok. Of course I have been watching you tubes of what my baby should look like at 9w6d on an ultrasound.
Do you need T&P's for anything?
So many T & P s for Thursday would be appreciated!
QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!)
No real problems for me as of now. I'm trying to take everything one day at a time.

tg1993 · January 2015

@DenaMaree‌ I live in central WA and each winter is so different. Last year we had a lot of snow for almost 3 whole months and this year it's barely any. I surely do hope it does by quick and I think it will because I got a few things to keep me busy until then.
It is so sweet of your husband to be the one to suggest you use your grandfather's name as middle name.

@tigerlynx31413‌ Hope you get to enjoy easy breezy second trimester soon. I was sick until 22 weeks, then I got a little break before 3rd trimester aches kicked in.
FX your boss is good about your pregnancy.

@snlinega‌ I started using a doppler at 16 weeks. I have an anterior placenta and was able to find the HB right away. I am not sure how it would work for a tilted uterus. But it was a saver when it came to me worrying if everything is still ok. One I have is AngelSounds, my friend was nice to let me borrow it. I know other people have diffferent opinions about dopplers but it gave me peace of mind when I needed it.

MrsSnyder124 · January 2015

@DenaMaree‌ that's great to hear that your LO caught up ! I'm thinking we have lots of time to play catch up still

DH has been working so many hours lately I feel bad asking him for more help around the house, but it's his family coming to visit so he's going to have to help me!
BTW I completely started crying reading about how you chose your LOs middle name . How sentimental of your husband !

Also @smagglebit‌, reading about how you found your lost ring gave me chills! Thinking of you today *hugs*

Edit: spelling

kj808 · January 2015

How far along are you? Week/Fruit. 23 weeks/grapefruit I think?

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? Pretty good for both. I've had a lot of energy lately so i've been getting a bunch of stuff done around the house and trying to clear out our play/storage room to turn it into the nursery.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? I finished my first nursery project - I reupholstered our glider, and I love the way it looks now! I love feeling baby moving all the time and I love seeing outside kicks. DH can feel him now. The kids haven't felt him yet, but i'm sure they will soon.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? I had an OB appt on Monday which went well except for the fact that i'm gaining too much weight I'm trying to eat better and work out more. I'll be doing the glucose test in a couple weeks.

Do you need T&P's for anything? Not right now.

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!) If anyone has any suggestions on how to curb your appetite when all you want to do is eat, that would be great!

kaynix21 · January 2015

How far along are you? Week/Fruit. 23 weeks/grapefruit

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? Okay. Physically tired and hungry. Emotionally doing better. H was able to call and talk to me a lot and happened to call when I was upset and started crying so it was comforting.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? Feeling a little overwhelmed with feeling like 17 weeks to go is going to go by so quickly. Trying to finish researching things, like pumps, birth classes, etc.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? Just had one today and all was well. Glucose test next appt.

Do you need T&P's for anything? Nope not right now. Sending love and hugs to those who need it right now!

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!)

MrsSnyder124 · January 2015

@kaynix21 I had a Medela swing breast pump with DS and it worked really well. I think I'm going to invest in a double pump this time though . The hospital we delivered at offered online birthing classes which were fun because DH and I could do them together before we went to bed . You could do those and video chat with your hunni while you read through them and watch the silly videos !

kaynix21 · January 2015

MrsSnyder124 said:

@kaynix21 I had a Medela swing breast pump with DS and it worked really well. I think I'm going to invest in a double pump this time though . The hospital we delivered at offered online birthing classes which were fun because DH and I could do them together before we went to bed . You could do those and video chat with your hunni while you read through them and watch the silly videos !

Thanks! I'll check that out!!

pblge · January 2015

@kaynix21 - Assuming you're in the US, be sure to call your health insurance about pumps. The Affordable Care Act mandated pump coverage, so most people get one for free, although what it is varies a lot.

@kj808 - Congrats on the glider! Pic??

As for curbing appetite, I find it ebbs and flows for me, so on the days I just want to eat nonstop, I give in, but try to make it as healthy as possible. Celery sticks with a healthy dip can be eaten nonstop with no guilt. I also am a fan of gum, and the midwife told me to chew it for heartburn (new thing--not fun!). The weight gain has not been at all linear for me, so hopefully you'll level out soon.

@mkfish21 - GOOD LUCK for next week! Sending lots of t&p for a great scan!

@tigerlynx31413 - Good luck telling your boss! FX she's super supportive for you.

@MrsSnyder124 - Getting the house cleaned in the first tri is like moving a mountain! I pretty much slept through mine. I'm sure your family won't judge if it's a little messy.

@smagglebit - Ugh, sorry you're mother is being a pain. I thought your solution of having her make the cake was genius! Try to let that one roll off you so you can enjoy your party. So glad you found the ring!!

@snlinega - I got a doppler and LOVED IT. You're in a difficult phase of pregnancy for most women, as they first tri symptoms have abated, but there's no movement, and may not be for a while. The only caveat is weighing how you'd feel if/when you couldn't find the HB one day, which happens to most people. The LOs like to hide sometimes! Even with that, I would strongly recommend one for most women who are PAIF or PgAL. Your tilted uterus has likely resolved itself by now. I think my doc told me mine would be vertical by week 12.

@DenaMaree - So sweet about using your GF's name! I didn't do acupuncture during this pregnancy, but I did it during my infertility treatment. It sounds like this guy just has poor bedside manner for pregnant women! Perhaps a different person would help? I think it's supposed to be safe, but if it isn't relaxing for you it's probably not worth it. Sorry you had that experience!

@tg1993 - Yay for snow and a painted nursery! You'll have to post a pic when it's done.

AFM:

How far along are you? Week/Fruit. 27, rutabaga (which seems stupid and small for this stage). Last week in the second tri!

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? Heartburn just started with a vengeance, so I'm trying to learn how to manage that. The fatigue has come back a bit too, but it could be because the burning keeps me awake. Emotionally I'm okay.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? Lots of nursery prep this week! DH is building the shelves, I figured out the plan for the curtains, and I've decided I need to make this amazing bird mobile. It's super fun.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? This Thursday is my GTT and a bunch of other tests. I'm a bit nervous! I'm low risk for GD, but I have some of the symptoms I've read others have.

Do you need T&P's for anything? The GTT would be the only thing.

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!) The big thing we're struggling with right now is finding a pediatrician. There are several in the area that look comparable and have good reviews. Does anyone have tips? We'll meet them, but I've been told they pretty much say what you'd expect and what they think you want to hear. It seems like such an important decision, and we've really been bad at picking doctors in this city so far.

kaynix21 · January 2015

pblge Thanks! I'm trying to figure all that out. It sounds like our insurance doesn't cover it right now. They're working on it but so far don't except for preemies that meet certain criteria -- from my understanding.

dawnstar898 · January 2015

How far along are you? Week 9/Fruit green olive

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? No change in the nausea department, dry heaved the other day after brushing my teeth. It's getting so hard to stick a toothbrush in my mouth! Had to cancel a dental cleaning, that will just have to wait until this MS is over. Emotionally I'm doing pretty good

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? Well today I decided to try out the doppler. My friend let me borrow hers from the first time I was pregnant so it's been kicking around. Today I actually heard the baby! It was only for a little bit and it was sure hard to find, but with a heart rate of 184, it was definitely baby!

Upcoming milestones or appointments? Almost, next week

Do you need T&P's for anything? I'm doing ok, thank you!

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!) My poor dad suffers from severe depression and was actually hospitalized for it last winter. He's doing ok, but his "bad days" seem to happening more often lately. Mental illness sucks I feel so helpless, I just want him to be happy, but I know it's not that simple. Some happy vibes sent his way would be much appreciated

dawnstar898 · January 2015

@pblge I just found out that my pediatrician is still in practice and she was great! What are the chances of that? It is a very important decision. Do you have any friends or family with little ones that you can talk to? I would imagine the best source would be other mothers, maybe you could stalk a daycare center or something? Although, that might be weird....lol

@kj808 I'm sorry I'm not much help with curbing your appetite, I actually wouldn't mind a bit of an appetite right now!

@snlinega I have a doppler and when I use it, I just tell myself that hearing the heartbeat is good, not hearing it means nothing. It can be very tricky to use, especially if you've never used one before.

@DenaMaree I don't have any experience with acupuncture, but I would think that if you OB is recommending it then it's probably safe! But if you're not comfortable going, then don't. I'm sure nobody every had pregnancy issues from not having acupuncture.

@MrsSnyder1234 I feel you with the house thing, except right now I don't even care. I'm so sick and exhausted all the time. I still have Christmas stuff lying around! Any chance DH would help clean the house? I'm hoping that 2nd tri energy burst will fix my issues in a few weeks

@tigerlynx31413 I hope your boss is kind to you, FX!

heathersf11 · January 2015

How far along are you? Week/Fruit. 25/ Cauliflower

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? I am feeling pretty good emotionally. I started having really bad coughing fits that leave me doubled over a few days ago (I haven't been sick since before Christmas). I'm wondering if it could possibly be related to the acid reflux I've been experiencing. I've read that sometimes acid reflux can cause a chronic cough during pregnancy. I'll be calling my OB on Tuesday.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? We got our stroller! We ordered the Britax B-Agile travel system on Amazon (we have Prime). The price was less than everywhere else, and it arrived at our door. Pretty awesome! Next week when my parents are visiting we are planning to pick up the crib and dresser from Target.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? My next appointment with my OB is on the 29th.

Do you need T&P's for anything? Nothing serious, just that this cough goes away.

QOTW: Does anyone have any problems, thoughts, or concerns they're dealing with this week? It doesn't have to be baby related. Let's see if we can help each other out! (Someone did this on another check-in recently, and it was really cool!)

No, but Ts&Ps to everyone who needs them this week. You ladies are awesome!

taberbtb · January 2015

Sorry this is going to be a bit of a P&R this week but I didn't want to skip all together.

Week/fruit: 38/pumpkin

How are you feeling physically an emotionally? Physically big, tired and ready to be done. Friday night I was having some serious contractions I was sure it was time! Then they quit and nothing since

. Emotionally, pretty good.

Other thoughts? Nursery is officially done! It's been more or less ready for weeks, but the final, finishing touches (wall hangings, etc.) got done this weekend. Feels good!!

Upcoming milestones or appointments? Just a regular check-up this week. Good news is my GBS results came back negative!! One less thing to worry about!!

QOTW: This is the perfect week for this question for me. DH actually brought up the idea of birth control, TFAS or what my plans are after LO arrives. He would like to start TTC right away, and I am nowhere NEAR even thinking about this. Brooke hasn't even arrived yet, and until she's safe in my arms I still struggle with believing she will be our take home baby. DH was even more reserved than myself with this pg after our loss that now I feel like he has forgotten everything we went through to even bring this up. I ended up just getting upset and telling him I don't want to discuss this for a long time.

MrsSnyder124 · January 2015

@dawnstar898‌ I came home from work yesterday to a clean kitchen , scrubbed floors and dinner cooked ! I wonder if he peaked at TB..haha!

kj808 · January 2015

@pblge thanks! I'm trying to eat better, for sure. It's hard when all I want is junk food but I try not to let myself give in.

pblge · January 2015

@MrsSnder124 - Wow, your DH earned a gold star! That's a good man!

@taberbtb - ((hugs)) I think you're right to postpone this conversation. It's a good sign that your DH is excited about a second--perhaps it's more just excitement about the first spilling over? It's your body, and losses are definitely harder on the person carrying them, so I think this one gets totally left up to you. You're so close now! I'd love a pic of your nursery if you get a chance!

@heathersf11 - Definitely sending t&p about your cough. Hopefully the antibiotics will clear it up. (I just responded about the acid reflux elsewhere...)

@dawnstar898 - Sending t&p to your dad. If you want to get him a nice gift, and he lives somewhere wintry, you could buy him a full spectrum light. It won't cure depression, but it can make a huge difference, and it's a nice gesture. Sorry about the nausea--hopefully that will end soon for you. Congrats on finding the HB!

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