FRIDAY!!!! (questions/symptoms/recipes)

ACleanLife24 · July 2015

Week:

What's new with baby (size, development):

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby:

Rant/rave/symptoms:

Questions for the Group:

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail

hope+joy+love · July 2015

I hope it's not too early for me to post here- I still feel like this isn't real...

Week: 3 + 6

What's new with baby: size of poppy seed?

What's somthing new you are doing to get ready for baby? Going to my dr today- guessing she will do a test to confirm?

Rants/raves/symptoms: my boobs are super sore, no other symptoms yet except maybe trouble sleeping but that could just be the nerves/excitement.

Questions for the group: obviously I'm going to ask my dr today, but wondering if anyone else has had light pink/brown spotting even after their bfp? I've read this can mean nothing but it's totally freaking me out.

GTKY: I'm making this fruit plate for a BBQ tomorrow- will prob have my 3 yo niece help me.

KristieA · July 2015

Week: 4 and 2 days

What's new with baby (size, development): Today (not two days ago!) the node formed that will eventually be Poppyseed's brain and spinal column. The folic acid is super important right now!

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: Hmmm I have done a lot today. I called the Dr and have a phone appt on Monday with him to find out next steps. I got some pregnancy bras off of Amazon (they are so much more comfy for my sore boobs!) and a pregnancy journal. I start back to work on Tuesday so I'm just enjoying my last few days of freedom

Rant/rave/symptoms: My boobs are sore and are getting Montgomery tubercles. I have been having really bad headaches but I think that is because I have stopped caffeine. I've also become a total space cadet lately!

Questions for the Group: none

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail
We aren't doing barbecue for our party tonight but I am making from scratch strawberry shortcakes. I have also blended down some strawberries with sugar lemon and water to make ice cubes for lemonades. DH is dealing with all the liquor for the night (though I should as I used to be a bartender). I can't wait for people to come around, I have completely gone overboard with decorations

Rabbitheart15 · July 2015

Week: 3

What's new with baby (size, development): The whole baby is new! Poppyseed...

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: Made an appointment with my OB and emailed my midwife. I'll stop by our daycare to secure a spot later today. I was going to get my bloodwork done (routine thing here), but the GP's office is closed for some exceptional reasons?

Rant/rave/symptoms: I'm pregnant!!!! How's that for a rave? I'm not sure if it's the pregnancy yet, but I'm SO hungry. I've been hungry for the last couple of days now, it reminds me of my first pregnancy.

Questions for the Group: Pregnancy apps... I think you discussed them recently? Any good ones out there? I've heard about one with a daily update?

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail: Main: Salmon papillote (wrap them in foil with some veggies, like cherry tomatoes, olives and capers), starter: bread with garlic butter, mocktail: this one:

https://www.thekitchn.com/spring-drink-blackberry-elderf-84374

ACleanLife24 · July 2015

Week: 5+5

What's new with baby (size, development): we got intestines and blood vessels

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: the never ending check list continues... mostly cleaning/DIY etc before I get too big/start school again

Rant/rave/symptoms: crampy pains again... always make me nervous. Also my appetite comes and goes, don't want anything then want to eat everything in site!

Questions for the Group:

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail I love to mix fruit juices with soda water to make my own flavours... I also love to do this with kombucha. 1:3 ratio or a bit less depending on strength.

bbrianax · July 2015

Week: 4+1

What's new with baby (size, development): cute little poppyseed

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: nothing in particular

Rant/rave/symptoms: nausea is not my friend

Questions for the Group: nada

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail
I'm just gonna say simple ol' corn on the cob because that sounds amazing right now. I'll come up with something better later!

Stormiewinter · July 2015

Week:
5.2
What's new with baby (size, development):
Little Apple seed
What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby:
Trying to plan out how to conceal our pregnancy until after our appointment on the 21st. Usually it is not that hard because we don't live near family. But we will be spending the next 2 weeks with my inlaws and I think the Jo caffeine and wine might make them suspicious.

Rant/rave/symptoms: I have had a cold all week and I think I overdid it yesterday when I felt a little better. Not feeling so hot this morning.

Questions for the Group: n/a

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail
I love fresh spring rolls. Rice wraps, vermicelli noodles, basil, shredded cucumbers and shredded carrots. So easy then just some sweet chili sauce for dipping!

navegalejos · July 2015

Week: 4w3d

What's new with baby (size, development): Poppyseed!

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: Just looking at tidying up and getting rid of old junk! We are house-hunting, so I am excited to toss a bunch of STUFF and try living a more minimalistic lifestyle pre-baby. Anyone else doing this? Anyone else house-hunting / moving while pregnant? Would love advice/tips/rants/etc!

Rant/rave/symptoms: We've only told my parents, my brother and sister, and DH's sister. Going to dinner with my BFF tonight and I'm so thrilled to tell her! We've been BFF for almost 10 years now! So she's known me since I was 16 and dating my first boyfriend. Whew, time flies...

Questions for the Group: Any runners in the group? I'm getting back into training for two half-marathons this fall, so I'm curious to see if anyone else has any races on their calendars!

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail: We are pescetarians, so we love grilling really good veggie burgers! For a starter, a unique cheese platter is always a hit with our friends and family. And I would make myself a Dark 'N Stormy, minus the rum. Ginger beer and fresh lime juice over ice!

Lisa6083 · July 2015

What's new with baby (size, development):
Little aches and slight pains- hopefully growing pains

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: using stain remover on my older DS'S baby clothes so I can put them out of storage into the closet until we find out the gender.

Rant/rave/symptoms:
rant: i can't keep a secret. I've told several people already that I wasn't planning to.

Questions for the Group: none

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail
I like BBQ corn. Just rub the spices on and grill. Not big on Bbq, though.

ACleanLife24 · July 2015

navegalejos said:

Week: 4w3d What's new with baby (size, development): Poppyseed! What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: Just looking at tidying up and getting rid of old junk! We are house-hunting, so I am excited to toss a bunch of STUFF and try living a more minimalistic lifestyle pre-baby. Anyone else doing this? Anyone else house-hunting / moving while pregnant? Would love advice/tips/rants/etc! Rant/rave/symptoms: We've only told my parents, my brother and sister, and DH's sister. Going to dinner with my BFF tonight and I'm so thrilled to tell her! We've been BFF for almost 10 years now! So she's known me since I was 16 and dating my first boyfriend. Whew, time flies... Questions for the Group: Any runners in the group? I'm getting back into training for two half-marathons this fall, so I'm curious to see if anyone else has any races on their calendars! GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail: We are pescetarians, so we love grilling really good veggie burgers! For a starter, a unique cheese platter is always a hit with our friends and family. And I would make myself a Dark 'N Stormy, minus the rum. Ginger beer and fresh lime juice over ice!

Few months ago I was at a bar with a Goslings Dark and Stormy slushie machine.... it was magical

mdr619 · July 2015

Week: 4

What's new with baby (size, development): Hopefully s/he is settling in and growing!

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: Starting to think about how to rearrange our rooms/house for the new baby.

Rant/rave/symptoms: Love that our grocery bill is significantly lower with neither of us drinking (DH gave up beer last month).

Questions for the Group: Not today.

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail

https://allrecipes.com/recipe/kalua-pig-in-a-slow-cooker/detail.aspx

Making kalua pig for the 4th (also my mom's bday). Recipe looks way too simple, going to serve it with macaroni salad or cole slaw on Hawaiian rolls.

RRC216 · July 2015

Week: 5w 4d

What's new with baby (size, development): Forming major organs and systems!

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: Nothing as of yet. Just trying to get past my first trimester!

Rant/rave/symptoms: Moving in Dec.... Not looking forward to it. Terrible timing.

Questions for the Group: Nada!

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail: Mac Salad!

1 cup mayo

1 cup of sour cream

3 cups of diced cheddar cheese

1 bag of peas

1 1/2 cups of diced black olives

1 small red onion diced up

1 box of pasta shells, (your choice) I love bow tie (cooked obviously) hehe

Salt and pepper to taste!

Optional... Some ppl like celery.... i personally don't

Kristin712 · July 2015

Week: 4w4d

What's new with baby (size, development): Poppyseed is developing its neural tube and amniotic sac.

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: Nothing, too busy getting ready for the 4th of July party we are hosting tomorrow.

Rant/rave/symptoms: The fatigue is real and here to stay. Had terrible reflux yesterday. I have a history of chronic reflux so I am not looking forward to the (likely unavoidable) increase that will come with pregnancy.

Questions for the Group: Nothing today.

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail-- I enjoy cooking and baking, but mainly for dinner/myself. That sounds terrible. But seriously, I prefer to buy things to take to a BBQ or when hosting. Catering or throwing things on the grill is much easier and less stressful. If I'm going to a BBQ, I always pick up potato salad. Tomorrow we are serving burgers, brats, and salad. My MIL will bring homemade potato salad and my mom will bring a side. Appetizers are equally as easy with a veggie tray and chips and salsa.

mholmes92 · July 2015

Week: 4w 0d

What's new with baby (size, development): Poppyseed. and i know they are there lol

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby: well we are talking about buying a house/looking into the process

Rant/rave/symptoms: fatigue, nausea, gas. but BFP so YAY! we also just made jello shots at work last night and i can have...none...they look so yummy lol i think i will just make some jello with out the shot part haha

Questions for the Group: nope nada

GTKY: Share a BBQ recipe... main, starter, mocktail--None ill be working 4th of july til closing so i wont be cooking

though i do like boiled corn on the cob with mayo, queso fresco, and chilli powder!!