Thought of a question! What toys (if any?) are you putting on your registry for your baby?? I am at a complete loss other than a play mat... advice appreciated!!
@MeganF08 I agree about getting all ready/makeup and hair done nicely for work. I also admire women who spend the time on it. I just don't care enough and there are other things I want to do (eat a leisurely breakfast, take my dogs on an extra long walk, watch Married with Children, lay in bed...)
Married July 2014 DD born June 2016 Second due August 2020 (team green!)
@MsBeachNJ We added a few toys that can attach to the stroller/car seat...& a few other more sensory things that looked like fun. H went a little crazy in the toy section at BRU, lol.
@samsonator YES on the award show thing. I totally don’t get
it.
How far along are you? 25w2d
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: I think my belly is bigger than it should be by now. Definitely had to have H take my boots off yesterday. I managed to get them on with a lot of heavy breathing and a struggle, but they were not coming off without assistance. Rave: I finally talked my H into going to the doctor - he's had an issue with his foot since October that he's been too stubborn to see a doctor for. I feel like I won some sort of prize. Symptoms: Belly in the way. Also my back/butt pain is so bad I can barely walk today. It was so much better yesterday and then every time I rolled over in the middle of the night, it made me want to cry. So I'm sitting on the couch with a heating pad on my ass.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Almost have the swing I got for my shower put together. Asked H to get 1.5V batteries yesterday and he came home with a billion packs of 9V. Super helpful. But once I get the batteries I should be able to finish it. Then I just have to convince him that it is actually a good idea to paint the baby's room and get everything out of that room/organized since it is currently just all sitting on the bed. GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? Will Ferrell movies. I might get flamed for this, and there are a few of them I thought were pretty funny, but for the most part it is just not my brand of humor.
@mrsschmity I am so excited to hear that you are finally feeling the baby moving!! I have not yet felt my LO move yet (well not definitively...no idea what it will really be like) and it is the greatest source of my anxiety so far.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rave: Heartburn gone today! Working from home in pjs rocks! Rant: Heartburn replaced by diarrhea Systems: boobs randomly leaking
What are you doing to prepare for baby? nada...maybe I should make a list...
Questions? none so far today
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? This is rough...I completely agree with the gray hair thing...lady I work with who I think is potentially younger than me did this and now she looks 50...don't understand it. Also I think Starbuck's plain brewed coffee is awful...their flavored fancy stuff I love, but if I want a black coffee, Colectivo all the way baby!
Thought of a question! What toys (if any?) are you putting on your registry for your baby?? I am at a complete loss other than a play mat... advice appreciated!!
I haven't put any toys or books yet. I kind of figured people who weren't going to buy off my registry were probably going to go for items like that or clothes. So I was thinking of just bypassing toys all together on the registry.
I totally forgot about a play mat though. I'll have to throw one of those on there...
Thought of a question! What toys (if any?) are you putting on your registry for your baby?? I am at a complete loss other than a play mat... advice appreciated!!
I haven't put any toys or books yet. I kind of figured people who weren't going to buy off my registry were probably going to go for items like that or clothes. So I was thinking of just bypassing toys all together on the registry.
I totally forgot about a play mat though. I'll have to throw one of those on there...
Thought of a question! What toys (if any?) are you putting on your registry for your baby?? I am at a complete loss other than a play mat... advice appreciated!!
That looks amazing @sgoldberg247! You are super talented. @deepaddy24 So much yes on Kardashians!
How far along are you? 23+5
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: weather is terrible. I really want to go for a walk but it's cold and raining and nasty here. Rave: Feeling the baby move a lot more and loving it. Symptoms: Super hungry and tired.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? The crib and the dresser arrived this week. Husband is out of town so boxes are resting in our garage for now.
Questions?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? Stuff in general. One can get by with much less than he thinks he needs. And oh the resultant clutter.
TOY SUGGESTIONS: Lamaze pond symphony motion gym (read- fancy play mat with musical mobile). It was worth every penny when my daughter was a baby. She spent so many happy hours on it! It's the one thing that stands out for me as an amazing baby toy.
Shoot- the mat mentioned above was discontinued (which I should have seen in the link I originally posted! Duh! Doing too many things at once). That's terrible- I hope ours is still functional for Baby #2.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Being at work today < Being at home with my son < Being on vacation with my son and SO in 2 days!
What are you doing to prepare for baby? I made a registry on Amazon. When we had our first son we didn't have a registry. We had a BBQ/shower and asked everyone to bring kids' books- either their childhood fave or the one they love reading to their kids. We got 100's of books! Good thing too- our son NEVER tires of reading. This time, we need so few things- but I know people will ask if we registered anywhere- so I figured I'd play ball.
Truth Be Told: We have an 18 month old boy and still have everything from his newborn days, so I didn't know what to put on the registry, so I started stalking public registries for people in extremely wealthy towns- talk about falling down a rabbit hole! The things people register for! So, I added some of those things to our list too. GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? People. People, in general, are just so overrated.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: I feel like a whale. I may have claimed I feel "so fat" a little too much before pregnancy. Oh boy, nothing like a growing belly to put things into perspective.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Stalking wayfair for our dresser to go on sale His room is cleaned out!
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? Man I knew I liked ya'll for a reason. Handbags (and I'll even go as far as saying expensive diaper bags - what's the point?), celebrities in general (whooo cares - but I like me some British Royalty), reality TV, Trump, Starbucks (I like plain coffee), Disney World, costume jewelry. I also think greeting cards are overrated. I buy a set of blank cards or write a note on a piece of paper. Means much more to me. I did this for DH when we first started dating and he still has that birthday note in his car to this day.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: I don't want to do everyone else's job for them anymore. At work I have always been the one to take on extra projects, stay late, etc. But right now I am tired and don't even feel like being here... I don't want to do my coworkers' tasks just because they are lazy or don't know how to manage their time well. Can't I just be the pregnant lady in the office, with extra snacks and my feet up? I want to just take a nap on my desk and tell everyone to go screw lol. Rave: DH is the best. I am feeling very appreciative towards him lately. He rubs my back and feet nightly. He works his ass off to provide for us. And he also picked up these awesome muffins on his way home last night that I am day dreaming about right now. God bless that man. Symptoms: Super sore hips!
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Scrolling on pinterest uncontrollably. Oh & our crib arrived this week!
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? I 100% agree with the grey hair trend. I have been over it since it started! Also any song by Selena Gomez... top 40 stations play her constantly! I'm done! haha
SMLmom my vision is totally effected, people think I'm crazy but I'm totally blaming it on the pregnancy. I read somwhere that its common, something about the blood vessels in your eyes? Sgoldberg247 your quilt is beautiful!!
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: my coworkers drive me absolutely crazy. They all think they are the smartest and everyone else is an idoit. Rave: I've been feeling DS so much in the last few days! H got to feel him yesterday and see him rolling around from the outside. I was so worried over the weekend because I wasn't feeling him much so he's eased my nerves. Symptoms: The heartburn is AWFUL! I thought milk was supposed to help but that came right back up.. I pee 6 times every.single.night. Also, my nipples feel like they have nails going into them everyday.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? My mom is coming over today to help me figure out where to put things in the nursery! H put together a cube storage shelf yesterday that is SO cute.
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? I could go on and on, with all of these hormones I feel like almost everything is stupid and overrated. Kanye, Trump, working..
@MsBeachNJ - totally with you about Adele. If I hear "hello" one more time, I may lose it. @Sgoldberg247 - oh my goodness, that quilt. It is incredible! @SMLmom - I had an eye doc appointment on Monday, and suddenly have an astigmatism. She said not to worry about it, that it was probably from the pregnancy. Seriously, pregnancy is weird. @MeganF08 - what supplement do you take, if you don't mind me asking? @shannonrnbsn - I took a two month break from Facebook, and it was wonderful! People are so glued to FB now that it's unsettling. @Kballew10 - the news about your friend's loss broke my heart. Appreciating our LO a little bit more this morning, too. @annaf2011 - I used to hate dark chocolate too, and then my husband found the brand *Greens&Black* and it is DELICIOUS. And super healthy for you. You should try it! @chelseay416 - getting husbands to see any kind of medical professional seriously deserves a medal.
How far along are you? 22+5
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: Still sick. Still crabby about it. Rave: I woke up early and did the dishes this morning, which means I don't have to do it tonight! Woo! Symptoms: Headaches. All day. Erryday.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Feeding her lots and lots of yummy food. I might eat lunch early...
Questions?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? Bridal showers. You're going to get gifts at the wedding, so why do you need another "look at me" party just for gifts? Note: I may just be pissy about it because I'm in a wedding this April that I want nothing to do with.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: this facking heartburn!!! It needs to stop! There's only so many times I'm willing to get up and take tums at night. Rave: I am almost done with the 3rd skating dress I'm making for next weekends competition!! It's a Little Mermaid theme and the little girl LOVES it!! I'll post pictures in the crafty thread of all 3 once they're done and all sparkly Symptoms: heartburn and leaky boobs....
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Her nursery is almost done, but we need to lower the crib mattress one peg. DH cleaned out his crap from her closet, so now I can organize (or start to) her things that my mom, mil and my sister have all purchased. Signed up for target cartwheel, and Dreft baby detergent is on there in case anyone else is using it.
Questions? Who else has super bad heartburn and what the hell are you guys taking for it that doesn't require multiple tablets?!?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? french macarons. Like seriously. The mall where the rink is that I teach at has a "lette" macaron stand, and sure, while they're delicious, I can't justify spending $2+ a PIECE!!! I make them at home too, but they're time consuming, finicky little facks that even one too many folds of the batter can make or break your cookies. Grr.
@catherinekate I like the poutine at Utopia- and actually I had amazing vegan Poutine at Fresh recently... but yeah, we used to get it at a truck stop near the Ontario/Quebec border when I was a kid and that was WAY better than anything I've had since.
Thought of a question! What toys (if any?) are you putting on your registry for your baby?? I am at a complete loss other than a play mat... advice appreciated!!
We added a few classic books (goodnight moon, etc), things that attach to the stroller, an exersaucer that later converts to a play table for when baby can stand, and some things that play noises and music when buttons are pushed.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: I went to dentist this morning to get two fillings but only ended up getting one because the bottom of my mouth would not get numb. So my dentist told me I might need a root canal on that tooth a long with two crowns. On top of that I got a splitting headache from laying on my back even with wedging something under my back and I really don't want to get all this dental work done while I am pregnant. Rave: After the dentist I was so stressed I gave into my craving for Panda Express, it was amazing!
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Not much, my husband is supposed to get out of the military two days after the baby is due so we are waiting to see what he decides to do after to set up nursery etc.
Questions? Has anyone gotten a root canal during pregnancy? How was it? How long does it take?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? football.
Edited because it kept only posting half of my post...
I thought of another toy suggestion (since my last one was an utter fail): Jolly Jumper. I can't wait to see another of my kiddos bouncing in my kitchen doorway.
I thought of another toy suggestion (since my last one was an utter fail): Jolly Jumper. I can't wait to see another of my kiddos bouncing in my kitchen doorway.
I LOVE that Jolly Jumper!!! So cute how much my son was into it- he would jump like crazy and then even start to nod off in the jumper- it wore him out!
I'm adding to my overrated listed based off a lunch conversation today:
Baths! Like, how long am I supposed to sit there in my own dirt? It doesn't relax me, even with wine. And eating food in the bathroom is not sanitary, in my opinion. An ex once tried to surprise me at home with a drawn bath/candles and music on just for me. I didn't know who to react or how long I was supposed to sit there. I just much prefer showers. Those are relaxing. Hot tubs and baths aren't the same either. I can sit in a hot tub, but not a bath. I know, it makes no sense. Obviously, my lunch table conversations are VERY riveting.
@KOR121 NO NO NO I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU!! I don't understand the bath allure. I feel like the water starts getting cold immediately. H LOVES taking couples baths and I'm like, NOPE. Not for me. Yay for you agreeing!!
@KOR121 NO NO NO I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU!! I don't understand the bath allure. I feel like the water starts getting cold immediately. H LOVES taking couples baths and I'm like, NOPE. Not for me. Yay for you agreeing!!
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Insomnia. Feel like the walking dead. Also work sucks lately. Rave is that it's Wednesday which is halfway to the weekend. And it's supposed to be in the 50s on Saturday!
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Picking up small things at the store. Finger nail clippers, burp clothes, ect.
Questions?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? Cheesecake. And any award show. I hate award shows.
Award shows, YES! But CHEESECAKE!?!? CHEESECAKE!?!?!?!?!
@MsBeachNJ - totally with you about Adele. If I hear "hello" one more time, I may lose it. @Sgoldberg247 - oh my goodness, that quilt. It is incredible! @SMLmom - I had an eye doc appointment on Monday, and suddenly have an astigmatism. She said not to worry about it, that it was probably from the pregnancy. Seriously, pregnancy is weird. @MeganF08 - what supplement do you take, if you don't mind me asking? @shannonrnbsn - I took a two month break from Facebook, and it was wonderful! People are so glued to FB now that it's unsettling. @Kballew10 - the news about your friend's loss broke my heart. Appreciating our LO a little bit more this morning, too. @annaf2011 - I used to hate dark chocolate too, and then my husband found the brand *Greens&Black* and it is DELICIOUS. And super healthy for you. You should try it! @chelseay416 - getting husbands to see any kind of medical professional seriously deserves a medal.
How far along are you? 22+5
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: Still sick. Still crabby about it. Rave: I woke up early and did the dishes this morning, which means I don't have to do it tonight! Woo! Symptoms: Headaches. All day. Erryday.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Feeding her lots and lots of yummy food. I might eat lunch early...
Questions?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? Bridal showers. You're going to get gifts at the wedding, so why do you need another "look at me" party just for gifts? Note: I may just be pissy about it because I'm in a wedding this April that I want nothing to do with.
I'm not even answering the ?s, but I have to say I agree with so many of you on the overrated stuff: purses/wallets, awards shows, cheesecake (have never liked it), the gray hair thing (whyyyy???).....but baths are amazeballs.
@dennyandlee I'm glad someone else doesn't get the Trump thing either!
@crdo Good to know about the Ameda! I thought it was an open system, so I'll have to consider it.
@huskerfanz Thanks for the input in RLP and the Spectra! I'm seeing my ob on Monday, so I'll follow up with her then. I hope your contractions/BH go away soon!
@SMLMom YES, truck stop/convenience store is the best poutine. I'm a purist because I grew up in Northern Ontario near the Quebec border so eating poutine anywhere else is like heresy.
@hockeyfan42 Let me think of recs -- I'll post back tomorrow.
How far along are you? 22 weeks today
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: Weather sucked, I hate commuting. Rave: Lower back is not as sore after some prenatal yoga.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? I bought a jolly jumper today! GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? I hate 3-D movies. That shit gives me a headache.
Happy Hump Day everyone, sorry for not responding to everyone.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: back pain from this growing tummy.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Since I can't do the nursery yet just preparing for next steps with the house buying process.
Questions? What was is thing from your registry you can't wait to try ?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? soccer lol
FYI I know topical stuff isn't proven to prevent stretch marks but I know it helps with the itching. Who loves the smell of bio oil. I just got it from Amazon and I find myself smelling my tummy lol. Awkward !!!!
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@samsonator YES on the award show thing. I totally don’t get it.
How far along are you? 25w2d
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rant: I think my belly is bigger than it should be by now. Definitely had to have H take my boots off yesterday. I managed to get them on with a lot of heavy breathing and a struggle, but they were not coming off without assistance. Rave: I finally talked my H into going to the doctor - he's had an issue with his foot since October that he's been too stubborn to see a doctor for. I feel like I won some sort of prize. Symptoms: Belly in the way. Also my back/butt pain is so bad I can barely walk today. It was so much better yesterday and then every time I rolled over in the middle of the night, it made me want to cry. So I'm sitting on the couch with a heating pad on my ass.
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Almost have the swing I got for my shower put together. Asked H to get 1.5V batteries yesterday and he came home with a billion packs of 9V. Super helpful. But once I get the batteries I should be able to finish it. Then I just have to convince him that it is actually a good idea to paint the baby's room and get everything out of that room/organized since it is currently just all sitting on the bed.
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated?
Will Ferrell movies. I might get flamed for this, and there are a few of them I thought were pretty funny, but for the most part it is just not my brand of humor.
@Sgoldberg247 The quilt is AMAZING!! So beautiful!
How far along are you? 22+1
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rave: Heartburn gone today! Working from home in pjs rocks! Rant: Heartburn replaced by diarrhea
What are you doing to prepare for baby? nada...maybe I should make a list...
Questions? none so far today
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? This is rough...I completely agree with the gray hair thing...lady I work with who I think is potentially younger than me did this and now she looks 50...don't understand it. Also I think Starbuck's plain brewed coffee is awful...their flavored fancy stuff I love, but if I want a black coffee, Colectivo all the way baby!
I totally forgot about a play mat though. I'll have to throw one of those on there...
I totally forgot about a play mat though. I'll have to throw one of those on there...
I like this because it's easier for them to grasp.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BNCA4K?colid=24GQ5NIW9TWTY&coliid=I3P3FHVF47J1GM&psc=1&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl
https://www.amazon.com/Munchkin-15949-Mozart-Magic-Cube/dp/B00HQ0WAJG/ref=dp_ob_title_baby
Triplets due 6/29/16 also from an IUI!
That looks amazing @sgoldberg247! You are super talented. @deepaddy24 So much yes on Kardashians!
How far along are you? 23+5
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: weather is terrible. I really want to go for a walk but it's cold and raining and nasty here. Rave: Feeling the baby move a lot more and loving it. Symptoms: Super hungry and tired.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? The crib and the dresser arrived this week. Husband is out of town so boxes are resting in our garage for now.
Questions?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? Stuff in general. One can get by with much less than he thinks he needs. And oh the resultant clutter.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Being at work today < Being at home with my son < Being on vacation with my son and SO in 2 days!
What are you doing to prepare for baby? I made a registry on Amazon. When we had our first son we didn't have a registry. We had a BBQ/shower and asked everyone to bring kids' books- either their childhood fave or the one they love reading to their kids. We got 100's of books! Good thing too- our son NEVER tires of reading. This time, we need so few things- but I know people will ask if we registered anywhere- so I figured I'd play ball.
Truth Be Told: We have an 18 month old boy and still have everything from his newborn days, so I didn't know what to put on the registry, so I started stalking public registries for people in extremely wealthy towns- talk about falling down a rabbit hole! The things people register for! So, I added some of those things to our list too.
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? People. People, in general, are just so overrated.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
I feel like a whale. I may have claimed I feel "so fat" a little too much before pregnancy. Oh boy, nothing like a growing belly to put things into perspective.
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Stalking wayfair for our dresser to go on sale
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated?
Man I knew I liked ya'll for a reason. Handbags (and I'll even go as far as saying expensive diaper bags - what's the point?), celebrities in general (whooo cares - but I like me some British Royalty), reality TV, Trump, Starbucks (I like plain coffee), Disney World, costume jewelry. I also think greeting cards are overrated. I buy a set of blank cards or write a note on a piece of paper. Means much more to me. I did this for DH when we first started dating and he still has that birthday note in his car to this day.
@Sgoldberg247 LOVE that quilt! beautiful work!
How far along are you? 23 + 5
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rant: I don't want to do everyone else's job for them anymore. At work I have always been the one to take on extra projects, stay late, etc. But right now I am tired and don't even feel like being here... I don't want to do my coworkers' tasks just because they are lazy or don't know how to manage their time well. Can't I just be the pregnant lady in the office, with extra snacks and my feet up? I want to just take a nap on my desk and tell everyone to go screw lol.
Rave: DH is the best. I am feeling very appreciative towards him lately. He rubs my back and feet nightly. He works his ass off to provide for us. And he also picked up these awesome muffins on his way home last night that I am day dreaming about right now. God bless that man.
Symptoms: Super sore hips!
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Scrolling on pinterest uncontrollably. Oh & our crib arrived this week!
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? I 100% agree with the grey hair trend. I have been over it since it started! Also any song by Selena Gomez... top 40 stations play her constantly! I'm done! haha
Sgoldberg247 your quilt is beautiful!!
For you ladies having constipation problems, I have been taking these fiber+calcium chewys for a few months now and seriously NEVER have a problem anymore. Serious game changer.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/24681614?wmlspartner=wlpa&adid=22222222227018142732&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=40754602832&wl4=&wl5=pla&wl6=78607123832&veh=sem
How far along are you? 25 weeks
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: my coworkers drive me absolutely crazy. They all think they are the smartest and everyone else is an idoit.
Rave: I've been feeling DS so much in the last few days! H got to feel him yesterday and see him rolling around from the outside. I was so worried over the weekend because I wasn't feeling him much so he's eased my nerves.
Symptoms: The heartburn is AWFUL! I thought milk was supposed to help but that came right back up.. I pee 6 times every.single.night. Also, my nipples feel like they have nails going into them everyday.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? My mom is coming over today to help me figure out where to put things in the nursery! H put together a cube storage shelf yesterday that is SO cute.
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? I could go on and on, with all of these hormones I feel like almost everything is stupid and overrated. Kanye, Trump, working..
@Sgoldberg247 - oh my goodness, that quilt. It is incredible!
@SMLmom - I had an eye doc appointment on Monday, and suddenly have an astigmatism. She said not to worry about it, that it was probably from the pregnancy. Seriously, pregnancy is weird.
@MeganF08 - what supplement do you take, if you don't mind me asking?
@shannonrnbsn - I took a two month break from Facebook, and it was wonderful! People are so glued to FB now that it's unsettling.
@Kballew10 - the news about your friend's loss broke my heart. Appreciating our LO a little bit more this morning, too.
@annaf2011 - I used to hate dark chocolate too, and then my husband found the brand *Greens&Black* and it is DELICIOUS. And super healthy for you. You should try it!
@chelseay416 - getting husbands to see any kind of medical professional seriously deserves a medal.
How far along are you?
22+5
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rant: Still sick. Still crabby about it.
Rave: I woke up early and did the dishes this morning, which means I don't have to do it tonight! Woo!
Symptoms: Headaches. All day. Erryday.
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Feeding her lots and lots of yummy food. I might eat lunch early...
Questions?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated?
Bridal showers. You're going to get gifts at the wedding, so why do you need another "look at me" party just for gifts? Note: I may just be pissy about it because I'm in a wedding this April that I want nothing to do with.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rant: this facking heartburn!!! It needs to stop! There's only so many times I'm willing to get up and take tums at night.
Rave: I am almost done with the 3rd skating dress I'm making for next weekends competition!! It's a Little Mermaid theme and the little girl LOVES it!! I'll post pictures in the crafty thread of all 3 once they're done and all sparkly
Symptoms: heartburn and leaky boobs....
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Her nursery is almost done, but we need to lower the crib mattress one peg. DH cleaned out his crap from her closet, so now I can organize (or start to) her things that my mom, mil and my sister have all purchased. Signed up for target cartwheel, and Dreft baby detergent is on there in case anyone else is using it.
Questions?
Who else has super bad heartburn and what the hell are you guys taking for it that doesn't require multiple tablets?!?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated?
french macarons. Like seriously. The mall where the rink is that I teach at has a "lette" macaron stand, and sure, while they're delicious, I can't justify spending $2+ a PIECE!!! I make them at home too, but they're time consuming, finicky little facks that even one too many folds of the batter can make or break your cookies. Grr.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: Rant: I went to dentist this morning to get two fillings but only ended up getting one because the bottom of my mouth would not get numb. So my dentist told me I might need a root canal on that tooth a long with two crowns. On top of that I got a splitting headache from laying on my back even with wedging something under my back and I really don't want to get all this dental work done while I am pregnant. Rave: After the dentist I was so stressed I gave into my craving for Panda Express, it was amazing!
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
Not much, my husband is supposed to get out of the military two days after the baby is due so we are waiting to see what he decides to do after to set up nursery etc.
Questions?
Has anyone gotten a root canal during pregnancy? How was it? How long does it take?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? football.
Edited because it kept only posting half of my post...
Baths! Like, how long am I supposed to sit there in my own dirt? It doesn't relax me, even with wine. And eating food in the bathroom is not sanitary, in my opinion. An ex once tried to surprise me at home with a drawn bath/candles and music on just for me. I didn't know who to react or how long I was supposed to sit there.
I just much prefer showers. Those are relaxing.
Hot tubs and baths aren't the same either. I can sit in a hot tub, but not a bath. I know, it makes no sense. Obviously, my lunch table conversations are VERY riveting.
@crdo Good to know about the Ameda! I thought it was an open system, so I'll have to consider it.
@huskerfanz Thanks for the input in RLP and the Spectra! I'm seeing my ob on Monday, so I'll follow up with her then. I hope your contractions/BH go away soon!
@hockeyfan42 Let me think of recs -- I'll post back tomorrow.
How far along are you? 22 weeks today
Rant/Rave/Symptoms:
Rant: Weather sucked, I hate commuting.
Rave: Lower back is not as sore after some prenatal yoga.
What are you doing to prepare for baby?
I bought a jolly jumper today!
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated? I hate 3-D movies. That shit gives me a headache.
Happy Hump Day everyone, sorry for not responding to everyone.
Rant/Rave/Symptoms: back pain from this growing tummy.
What are you doing to prepare for baby? Since I can't do the nursery yet just preparing for next steps with the house buying process.
Questions? What was is thing from your registry you can't wait to try ?
GTKY: What's one thing you think is completely overrated?
soccer lol
FYI I know topical stuff isn't proven to prevent stretch marks but I know it helps with the itching. Who loves the smell of bio oil. I just got it from Amazon and I find myself smelling my tummy lol. Awkward !!!!
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