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June 2016 Moms
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Tuesday Check-In
mrsschmity
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How far along are you?
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Questions?
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other?
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Questions?
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other?
Re: Tuesday Check-In
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Not really a rant or rave, but on Sunday we were down at my FIL's briefly and when I saw him he looked at me and said "You look pregnant!". Well no shit lol This belly was bound to grow out sooner or later. Baby is becoming more active! I can almost always feel him/her right after dinner when we're relaxing on the couch. Still anxiously waiting to feel stronger kicks so H can be part of it.
Questions? What are some of your biggest fears/what's giving you anxiety about pregnancy or life after pregnancy? This morning after H left for work my brain went into overdrive and I couldn't fall back asleep. All I could think about were the changes coming and how we would have to get used to a "new normal". I'm sure this is fairly common, but my brain needs a break. I think my biggest fear (other than delivering a healthy baby) is making sure H and I maintain a sense of "us". That is really important to me and I don't want to lose that.
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? Android....for now. I think H may try out the dark side when we're up for an upgrade in March.
19 + 3...SO close to that halfway point!
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rant...Tuesday's are definitely worse than Monday's some weeks. This is one of those weeks. And since last night I've struggled to take deep breaths...it's frustrating.
Rave...my neighbour made us a cherry cheesecake (& a baby blanket), & I brought a piece in my lunch. It's really the one thing getting me through today.
Symptoms...headaches, heartburn. The fun stuff.
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Not much today.
Questions?
Nope.
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other?
I'm team iPhone. Love my Apple products!
edited because typing is a struggle.
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Rant/Rave/Symptoms: sinus congestion, headaches, and heartburn
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Figuring out the initial/name canvas but it can't be done until we finalize names.
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? Android!
Triplets due 6/29/16 also from an IUI!
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I worried about that, too. It's different but H and I are still a team and have "us" moments. It helps that there are things we do together like run races, volunteer with robotics stuff, go to sporting events, etc. It gives us stuff to talk about, too, that isn't kid related. Date nights whenever possible are awesome, too.
This time around I'm just worried about healthy babies and handling three of them.
Triplets due 6/29/16 also from an IUI!
20+6
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rave: Still over the moon about our anatomy scan yesterday. I posted late in the Monday check in, in case you didn't see. Our little one looks perfect! And the tech is 80% sure it's a girl! LO wasn't very cooperative, keeping her legs crossed, but we had a few glimpses that were pretty convincing. DH and are celebrated last night by going out to our fav brewery, although I partook in a hand crafted soda and then a cinnamon rootbeer with chocolate ice cream float. It was divine. Adding the pic of my little one again today because I can't help myself. Isn't she just darling? Look at that smile!
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Going to finish registering now that we know the gender and start picking out decorations for the room. This is going to be so fun
Questions?
I feel like I may have a pulled muscle in my groin area sort of into my thigh towards the back on one side. No idea how this happened. Anything I should be worried about? Its just a mild uncomfortable pulling pain sensation. I should have asked my OB yesterday and I brain farted and forgot.
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other?
Totally and Android and Google person. I teach graphic design and photography, so I love Mac desktops and laptops for that, but for my own smart phone use, Google! I have a MotoX that I LOVE and use all the Google Apps. I couldn't survive without my G Calendar. I also teach using Google Classroom and Google Drive apps which has been a time efficiency and workflow life saver for myself and my students.
22+6!
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
H got to find the HB yesterday at our appt, which made him ridiculously happy
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
getting house stuff organized/painted/done
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other?
Apple baby!
@arteduc8 Congrats on the little girl! How exciting! As far as the pulled muscle - I don't think you have anything to worry about. I would just take it easy and let your OB know if you have any worsening symptoms or anything
@Huskerfanz Will you be sharing names with family ahead of time?
@Arteduc8 Glad everything looked good :-)
@mamanicoleof3 What a neat experience for your husband.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Heartburn. I am feeling less "stuffed" today.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Still working on DS's room. This weekend we painted trim, and I still have one coat to go. My DH got the first coat of the "accent wall" painted. It's looking great.
Questions?
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? iphone!
DST T4L
How far along are you? 22+1
Rants/Raves/Symptoms: Meh. I'm exhausted. I seriously just want to sleep comfortably. My snoogle isn't offering any help and most nights it ends up on the floor. Starting to feel more movement though which is great. H still can't feel on the outside and there's no predictable time of day he's moving around in there yet, but it's awesome to feel.
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? Our last upgrade we switched to Android. Never going back.
20+5
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
2nd day home with my sick toddler. I hate she's sick but man do I love the snuggles. Rave: Down a few lbs and total weight gain is around 8.5 now. This is exciting for me because in all my pregnancies I have NEVER been in the 'recommended weight gain' range - I always blown that sh$t out of the water by like, 15 weeks. So yay for me and a healthy range weight gain. Symptoms: relatively symptom-free today. Enjoying all the kicks and moving around, though. He's a squirmer.
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Mostly just coming up with names. We had decided on one - but then we decided against it. Right now the short list includes: Fletcher, Samuel (nn: Sam/Sammy), Matthew (nn: Matty - which I adore). H likes the last two because "they sound like good hockey player names". I like them all.
Questions:
NBR: Moms with kids: DD has a fever, and it starts off on the low end in the morning and gets progressively higher over the day. Her energy is great at the start of the day also, and eventually she gets lethargic, cranky and sad. I assume this is normal - but anyone else have experience?
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other?
I have an iPhone. H has a Samsung. I like Apple only because it's what I'm used to.
@DeePaddy24 that cheesecake sounds fabulous. Hope your day moves fast!
@arteduc8 congratulations on a little girl! That's fabulous!! And that cinnamon root beer float sounds amazing!
How far along are you? 23 weeks today
Rant/Rave: I finished the arrow painting (rave) but kind of ranting on the way it turned out. Looks okay from afar but you can tell I did it free-hand close enough. I'm no artist!
Symptoms: Just the normal heartburn. And not sure what's up but I think she's sitting so low that sitting isn't going well today unless I recline back.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Nothing today! Celebrating Groundhog's day with my mom and stepdad (his favorite holiday)
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? iPhone!
eta: the picture of the arrow paintings!
@tjenkins528 - I think they look awesome! Come decorate our nursery!!!!
How far along are you? 19w5d
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Headaches... ugh! Rave: Bought maternity clothes this weekend (that need to be hemmed because I'm too short, always) and we got to see the LO yesterday! And I get to see again in 4 weeks! Rant: LO would not cooperate with the sonographer no matter how hard she poked, so there are a few things that they think looked good, but they want to check again at my next appointment. So, I get to semi-stress for another 4 weeks even though everything should be okay!
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Added junk to the registry and have a trip schedule to finalize it this weekend!
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? Android! I had a Mac in college (gift from team Apple parents), but when it came down to it, I am too poor to be team Apple! And my H is a HUGE Samsung fan.
Triplets due 6/29/16 also from an IUI!
How far along are you? 18w6d
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rave: Slept so much better without my stupid snoogle. Ugh.
Also, so relieved now that we had a good A/S yesterday (still team green!), that I'm diving even more excitedly into registering and baby prep.
Rant: It's not Friday.
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Registry
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other?
Android, baby!
18 + 6
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rant: Still not feeling any baby movement. I know it will come, but I'm impatient.
Rave: We had company on Sunday so my house is unusually clean and I'm extra motivated to put stuff away, which rarely happens. I am really trying to be better organized about housework so that I have a better system in place once the baby gets here.
Symptoms: Mostly feeling pretty good. Minor RLP, but I'm sleeping better and I'm less congested.
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Focusing on names and thinking about registering for baby shower stuff soon.
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other?
Team Apple. We both have iPhones, Macbooks and an Apple TV (we don't have cable).
@mrsschmity I definitely relate to those feelings of panic. I'm less worried about maintaining a sense of "us" with my husband than I am how my friends/fam will treat us after the baby gets here. We moved to a small town a couple years ago and I've never really settled in. I don't have friends or family here and I still commute most of the week to our old city. I'm worried that friends and family won't travel and won't understand that we can't be as mobile as we have been. It doesn't help that my husband works a lot so I think I'll be very lonely.
@DeePaddy24 Sorry you're not feeling well. Enjoy your cheesecake today!
@Huskerfanz I'm so envious of all your DIY stuff. You're really inspiring me. Please humble brag with photos of your creations anytime!
@arteduc8 Your little one is darling! I also wouldn't worry too much, but I hope you feel better!
@ahernandez16 That's so great that you're feeling the little one. As per my post above, I moved away from friends/fam and I regret it. If you have to go because of work or opportunities, I get it, but I'd be reluctant to move based on my own experience.
@CourtJack That's great about your weight! Although frankly I think policing women's weight during pregnancy is ridiculous anyway, but it's nice to know your OB or midwife won't nag you.
@tjenkins528 Those are adorable! They look professional to me.
@Kballew10 Sorry you still have reason to stress! Fingers and toes crossed that your little one is less stubborn next time.
@crdo Congrats on your a/s yesterday, I'm so glad it went well.
@CourtJack We are going with Samuel. Love that name!!
@tjenkins528 I think they look great!!
How far along are you? 21+6
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: DH and I just cannot get a grip and get our home projects started! We have a seriously hard time committing to anything which leads us to keep looking, and then we change our minds and nothing has gotten started!! It's ridiculous, really. Symptoms- Heartburn the last few days. I am seriously enjoying my snoogle, though. Like, maybe too much I purposely "overslept" by 15 minutes so I could just continue lying there in comfort.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Reviewing and making changes to the registry.
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? iPhone, but it's a work phone, and I will use whatever they give me.
@mrsschmity - I have those fears too. I also apparently irrationally (I say irrationally because my H would never do this) fear being left alone with the baby. Last night I had a nightmare that H was leaving me for someone else and I had to figure out what to do with baby and dog and my job. I know it stems from my own abandonment as a child (my parents weren't around really and didn't raise me) but I'm still trying to tackle those demons and they are coming up in full force now that I'm pregnant myself.
How far along are you? 21 w, 6 d
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Bad dreams (see above) last night when I did fall asleep and a racing mind 90% of the night otherwise...ugh.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? We went to a daycare yesterday...it was nice but the idea of daycare still makes me incredibly sad. I only have 6 weeks of official leave (and even then it isn't at full pay). I'm taking unpaid leave on top of it for at least 6 more but I can't imagine leaving my child after only 12 weeks.
Questions? How much is daycare where you live? It is $1,400-$1,800 a month here, which I knew but that is insane when you think about it compared to our mortgage.
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? iphone
@tjenkins528: The paintings look great!
ETA: @catherinekate: Thanks!
I feel the same about an extra clean house--good motivation!
Would it calm your anxiety to talk to your friends about your fears? Let them know how important spending time with them is to you, and explain how much it would mean for them to come visit you some after baby comes? I had a friend who lived a few states away from me. She had a baby unexpectedly while working fulltime, in grad school, and in a rocky relationship. She felt very alone, so we started Skype dates a few times a week. It's not the same as being in the same room with a friend, but it was a good way to stay in touch, and she said it really helped. Maybe an option?
Triplets due 6/29/16 also from an IUI!
Triplets due 6/29/16 also from an IUI!
H didn't have much to do with his mom/sisters growing up because of custody arrangements and his stepmom being a total douche so it'd also be like moving to be closer to basically strangers. I get it from his perspective. I'm just not sure I'm willing to take that leap with a baby since literally the other 90% of both of our families are here.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: RLP ....boy is it 4 real!!! Sleep fairly well last night despite the 4 times waking up to go to the bathroom. Feeling pretty good today! I love the fact that my 2 guys can feel our little bean kicking! My son loves to talk to her and read to her! He loves to watch my stomach move when she kicks or moves around. His words "This is the coolest thing ever!!" I have to agree!!!!!
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Purchasing her crib bedding today online.
Questions? No
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iPhone or other? Team Android!! I have an iPad DH got me for an anniversary gift. I really hate it, but I use it. My 11 year old son loves it!
@tjenkins528 paintings look great! Only you will see the imperfections!
@mrsschmity normal fears to have! It's definitely an adjustment, but you will find what works for you and your H. I'm still having moments of terror. We've been in an awesome place for a few years and I know it's all about to get turned on it's head. In addition to H and I, I worry about my daughter and how she'll adjust. She's an amazing kid and I'm sure it will be fine, but...it's an unknown variable. My brain no-likey.
How far along are you? 20w3d
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Feeling pretty good today. Super tired, but that's a side effect of 4:30am gym time. Semi-rant: Learned I have an anterior placenta, so I'm slightly bummed about that. I had suspected it since movement has been so light and infrequent this time around.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Looking at making our guest room a playroom combo. The nursery is currently a playroom and it's gotta go.
Questions? Anyone made their guest room pull double duty?
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? Android all the way. I've always thought Apple was way overpriced for what it is. I'm not into buying things as status symbols. And besides Android is open source and syncs with all my google ish.
@mkemommy : I feel you on the bad dreams and how it seems like your mind just won't shut off at night. Being PG really brings a lot of things to the forefront in your mind!
@crdo : Glad your a/s went well! Sorry the snoogle didn't work out. Are you able to return it?
@kballew10 : Sorry LO wasn't being cooperative but you get to seem them again soon! Try not to stress in the meantime! I have had some luck with jeans from Destination Maternity since they carry short sizes. I'm only 5 feet so I know how you feel! I ordered the 'short' size jeans from Old Navy and they were 3 inches LONGER than my Loft petite jeans.
@tjenkins528 : Those paintings look great! It's more authentic since it's freehand. You did a great job!!
How far along are you? 20w1d
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: So sleepy since I stayed up late booking the hotels for our vacation. Also, it’s only Tuesday. Rave?: Finally told my boss (who did not believe I was that far along and was sticking it out…yea, okay) and told him when my last day will likely be (May 27!). He was surprised but since it’s the government, it wasn’t really a big deal to tell him. I was just waiting to officially get my next grade, which I did (!), before I told him. Symptoms: Heartburn, random belly pains, pinches, pulls, etc. Also, lightning crotch…nuff said.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Gestating. Also, OB called last Friday to say that while everything looked great from the a/s, there is some swelling around a kidney that is measuring just a bit larger than normal but that it's very very minor so she's not reallllly worried about it but wants to have another u/s in 6-8 weeks to make sure it does not get worse. She thinks he will just grow into his kidneys and it will be fine. She called it "pyelectasis" and we looked it up and it's really not a big deal. So I'm trying not to worry (which is always easier said than done).
Questions? GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? Android. My hubby won't even step foot in an Apple store...he's a developer so he has strong opinions on the platforms. The ironic thing is that his work laptop is a mac and it was HIS choice...men.
Me - 33, DH - 33
Married - May 2014
DH - Low Count/Motility/Morph - Varicocele vein x 2 - surgery (8/11) - success!
BFP - 10/10/15, EDD - 6/20/16 - It's a BOY!
Baby #1 - 6/29/16 - Lucas Christopher, 10 lbs 3 oz, 22.25 inches
Baby #2 - TTC May 2017
BFP - 9/10/17, EDD - 5/26/18 - It's a GIRL! - RCS May 22nd
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Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: Still super sickly which sucks. And it hasn't stopped snowing still. Not a huge deal since I don't have to go anywhere but I'm totally getting cabin fever. Rave: Ordered a dress for my baby shower in Florida later this month. It was super cute and I'm so hoping it fits and looks decent on me - I typically avoid ordering clothes online bc they never look quite right on me Symptoms: Baby kicks, sniffles, bleeding gums, and RLP.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Ordered some color swatches from lullaby paints yesterday. I'm still waiting for the crib bedding I ordered from Etsy to get here and I didn't want to pick a color until I see how those colors look in person. So impatient.
Questions? GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? Android. With the exception of my ipod (yes, they still make those), I hate all things apple.
@DeePaddy24 mmmm... cheesecake- best of all cakes. I've got my sweet tooth back all of a sudden.
@ahernandez16 I personally think having family around has been a real saving grace for us. It's what allows us to have the date nights mentioned above. Free babysitting, and my family (or my hubs') WANT to spend time with our daughter so it's a win win. My Godmother was begging to have an overnight with her, so now we get 24 hours of "us time" over Valentines weekend. I'm sure you can create a network wherever you are but I've found family to be a huge asset with a little one. It's helped me get closer to my hubs' family too. My MIL swoops in whenever I'm sick etc. and it's made us a lot closer.
@Courtjack sounds very similar to what my daughter had last March Break. She was like that for a week and then started to bounce back. It was a long week but she'll rally.
How far along are you? 19w3d
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Symptoms: Baby is kicking a lot in the past hour, and very low. It always makes me nervous... I'm sure it's fine but would it hurt him to move up a little?
Rant: BAD DREAMS! Wtf? I know there was a thread about this. I've had nightmares for several nights in a row. It's odd because I feel healthier and more relaxed in general than I have for awhile. Sometimes they are funny/scary but last night's was very dark.
Rave: 18w was definitely a nausea turning point for me. It's not gone, but it's so much better.
Rave: I had the best chocolate cherry milkshake on Saturday. I love ice cream and I weirdly went off it when I got pregnant. I'm happy I can rekindle the love affair now.
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? Meh- I'm happy with my current android but I don't have major allegiance.
@DeePaddy24 - I'm sorry you're not feeling the best but hope the tasty cheesecake helps!
@Huskerfanz and @tjenkins528 - I severely envy your DIY abilities!!
How far along are you?
20+5
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rave-we got a snow day today! Yesterday was rough with everyone asking how our appointment went last week so I'm thankful my H and I (both work for schools) are able to be hoe and mentally prepare for tomorrow.
Rant- H has decided today is the day to stress about taxes/money (even though we have no reason to be stressed about money...) to distract himself...it just makes me even more anxious...
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Just prepping our questions and such for the appointment tomorrow!
Questions?
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other?
Team iPhone...but I've never tried android, so who knows if I'd like it!
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
- Rant: saw my dad today for the first time in a few weeks. He goes "you gotta be careful you don't gain like your mother did. You put on a little in your hips didn't you? You still have a ways to go." Actually dad, I'm almost 23 weeks and I've gained about 9-10lbs. Which is normal. He also mentioned how I should go on isagenix (diet program/fad diet) with him...I told him I can't cut calories right now since I'm growing a human.
-Rave: I LOVE my baby bump and I've never loved my body more! Despite my ass of a father.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Nothing recently.
Questions? How much weight have you gained so far?
GTKY: I am so not creative this morning...Are you team android, team iphone or other? Team Android! Apple has gone downhill.
Triplets due 6/29/16 also from an IUI!