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May 2016 Moms
khochanadel
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Weekend ticker change 4/9 - 4/10
khochanadel
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Didn't see this so I'll go ahead and get the party started!
How many weeks/fruit?
Symptoms/raves/rants?
A highlight from your past week?
Questions for the group?
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about?
Re: Weekend ticker change 4/9 - 4/10
How many weeks? 32! Squash, whatever that means.
Symptoms/updates/rants? Survived first week of bed rest with minimal breakdowns. Swelling and BH contractions went way down when I did, but NOW I am getting the heartburn/acid reflux. Ugh! But both babies are still head down and growing, kicking up a storm! Boobs leaked for the first time this week.
A highlight from your past week? Getting out of the house to ride around Lowe's in one of those little motorized carts. Seriously. But also, DH offered to go in my place to this big consignment sale the local parents of multiples group puts on 2x a year since I can't walk around for hours. He Skyped with me and walked out with a great pull on some things we still needed - all for $100.
Questions for the group? is anyone still wearing their pre-pregnancy bra size and find this totally unfair?
What baby item do you have that you are you the most excited about? It's a toss up between our super swank double jogging stroller and our double bassinet-pack and play. Purely for practical reasons. I think they will get the most use.
NOT MUCH LONGER Y'ALL!
How many weeks/fruit? 33 weeks! pineapple
Symptoms/raves/rants? BH/uterine irritability getting a bit longer and stronger, but still so irregular/inconsistent. Insomnia was a bit worse this week, but I'm still able to get a decent amount of sleep, so I'll take it. I have an appointment with a hematologist on Monday because my platelets are decreasing. Wish us luck!
A highlight from your past week? Last Saturday was my Sprinkle, hosted by my neighbors - there were 9 of us there. Not overwhelming like a Shower, and it was so enjoyable, relaxing, and fun! We don't see the neighbors as much in the winter, so this was so fun to catch up - and of course our LO got spoiled!
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? I guess I'm excited to experience the singleton birth and cuddly months. I often felt split between the twins, and I didn't do a twin carrier. This time, I plan to baby wear more and nurse more (hopefully - rather than pump). I do love the baby clothes, too!
khochanadel
I'm so glad you are still pregnant! and still at home! you are a rockstar Mama in my book! Do you have any specific goals? Which stroller did you get?Mama to Three Girls:
Twins born March 2014 at 26 weeks due to preterm labor
and our 37weeker born May 9th, 2016!
How many weeks/fruit? 35
Symptoms/raves/rants? Oh so tired. Getting ready to lay down for my second nap today. That's after sleeping for 10 hours last night.
A highlight from your past week? Not even a baby thing, but had a good week at work, and actually was recognized for it! On the baby side we had our first growth scan this week. She is head down and ready to go! I'm actually starting to think she is gonna be early...
Questions for the group?
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? Ummm, besides the baby?? I cant wait to see her in all her cute clothes. She is gonna be the best dressed baby in nyc
As far as goals, I have a series of small ones. Making it to 32 weeks means I get to be at a hospital with my same group of doctors when I deliver. 34 weeks means I can deliver at my hospital of choice. 37 weeks was my goal from the start, but I already have 7.5 lbs worth of baby in there so that's a far fetched goal at this point. Also the goal is to deliver naturally and breastfeed both babies.
Week/fruit: 35 - coconut (macaroons, yes please)
Upcoming apts: 18th for 36 weeks, then weekly! Cannot comprehend.
Rants/Raves/Symptoms: Some lightening crotch, heartburn, more emotional, more overwhelmed. My sweet tooth is insane, and I am trying to watch what I eat because of the heartburn, but it is so hard! Switched from zantac to Prilosec, but I am not sure it is even working as good? Anyone else favor one over the other?
Highlight: taking Friday off to nest - totally overdid it, but really got a lot accomplished! Washing and drying all of my daughter's 0-6 months clothes today! Then, I will reevaluate if I need anything else, hehehe.
Item: still need to buy the Bob dualie, but I would be lying if I didn't admit there is a part of me that hopes one set of grandparents buys it, if not - amazon delivers in 48 hours, so no rush!
How many weeks/fruit? 34 weeks!
Symptoms/raves/rants? Symptoms/rants: after 5 nights in a row of good sleep, the past 3 have been awful (waking up between 2-3 and not getting back to sleep). Boo insomnia! I want to feel good and get things done.
Rave: I think baby shifted to head down as I feel more pressure lower down.. I still feel something bigger up by my ribs so I'm hoping that's the tush!
A highlight from your past week?Nesting has been pretty effective this week.. Really organized some storage closets and the office and had a bunch to throw out and a lot we can donate. I also have finalized our list of things to get done before baby, so it feels good to cross things off!
Questions for the group? None for now
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about?
Hmm I'm excited about most of it since it all makes me realize we will have a little human actually using these things so soon! I really like my glider and my carrier though!
Rants/ raves/ symptoms: my whole body is sore, heartburn is back, peeing all the time, so much pressure, low back pain but BH have seem to subside.
Upcoming appts: on the 18th, 27th, then May 2nd for c section
Highlight of the week: booked my c section date...May 2nd! But during that appt I had slightly elevated blood pressure. Sent me to L&D. Blood pressure was perfect but I had protein in my urine. Did a 24 hour urine catch so I'll find out those results Monday and see if I need extra appts. But at least with being monitored I got to see LO and they said she looks perfect! She's been head down for a few weeks. Hoping she holds out until my c section date.
What baby item are you most excited about? Hard to choose. So much has changed in 8 years since my daughter was born. Looking forward to the rock n play. I hope LO is excited about the mamaroo.
How many weeks/fruit? 37/Winter melon
Symptoms/raves/rants? Contractions and lightning crotch are an all day thing, now. I just hope these contractions pick up and get closer together, soon. My induction is scheduled for 13 days from now, but I'm going to cancel it. I HATE being induced, and while it would be nice if the blood thinner was out of my system when labor happens, it's not technically necessary. I take my shot first thing in the morning, and if I go into labor at night like usual, then it'll be almost 24 hours since the last shot and we should be good.
A highlight from your past week? I guess, getting another week closer and still keeping things together at home. I'm so worried one of these days everything will just fall apart, but we're doing pretty good. The dh is on his way home right now, so baby making an appearance tonight would be awesome. I haven't had a baby at 37 weeks since #4, so I feel it's just wishful thinking. He won't be home for 2 more weeks after Sunday when he leaves again.
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? Using my wrap at the kids baseball games. Their team this year is the SF Giants, and that happens to be my favorite team, and it also happens to be on my wrap. So excited to show that off.
How many weeks/fruit?
36/honey dew, papaya, head of romaine lettuce
Symptoms/raves/rants?
Cankles and heart burn has started! Ugh!
Overall, pretty good though. I still can't tell what BH are, at all. Doctor keeps asking if I have contractions but I have NO idea what they feel like. Also, had my first water breaking scare this week. I was getting into the car and I felt a gush of fluid as I sat down. Called my office to the nurse line, she said to monitor for an hour and said it was probably just urine leakage from pressure. No more leakage after that but it was sure scary!
A highlight from your past week?
Got a nice swing, nursing cover, newborn lounger pillow, and an awesome diaper bag from Kohls. 15% off, free shipping and $50 Kohls cash for our next purchase! Probably spending the Kohls cash on crib mattress.
Questions for the group?
what did you ladies look for in a crib mattress and how much did you spend?
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about?
the swing we just got! It is amazing! $150 and it can connect to your phone so you can play your own music for baby instead of the preset songs and it turns 180 degrees each side. Lights up and plays pictures and stuff! So cool!!
How many weeks/fruit? 33 weeks/Durian - WHAT is a durian!?
Symptoms/raves/rants? The Dr told me on Wednesday at my apt that I'm measuring at 35 weeks, which I don't think is really a big deal, but it's kinda scary to think what if I really only have 5 more weeks left instead of 7? I FINALLY bought new bras last night and hope it's the cure to my constant left boob pain...I went from 36D to 40D/40DD. Bra shopping scares me so I put it off longer than I should have. Heartburn has been pretty regular this week. Still have pelvic pain that's worse at night when I'm rolling over in bed, it's like I pulled a muscle but I haven't done anything to pull a muscle. My back is increasingly getting more sore earlier in the day as the weeks go on and my feet hurt when I've spent too much time on them. Luckily no swelling so far.
A highlight from your past week? Last night in the middle of the night I got hot and was trying to take my socks off (because that automatically cools me down) and apparently my grunts woke up my husband because he kinda rolled over and asked what I was doing and I responded that I was trying to take my socks off. Then he says "I thought you were in labor!" The struggle is real.. but hilarious.
Questions for the group?
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? This week my Amazon & Target completion codes were available so we bought a ton of things off our registry! I'm excited about so many items! But I finally pulled the video monitor out of the box and hooked it up and that thing is SWEET!
How many weeks/fruit? 33
Symptoms/raves/rants? feeling good overall. Sleeping is getting harder and harder
A highlight from your past week? My showers are this weekend. My work shower was yesterday, family was today and church shower is tomorrow. My maternity pics were tonight and I cannot wait to post these amazing images.
Questions for the group? I had one but now I can't remember. Thanks PG brain
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? We have gotten so many books and I can't wait until she is here and DH will read to her. I will too but I don't have love for reading like he does
How many weeks/fruit? 33 weeks!
Symptoms/raves/rants?
Sleeping is a big struggle for me. Other than that, I still feel fine.
A highlight from your past week?
Had our showers yesterday and we got spoiled rotten. We have so many diapers and bath stuff that I don't think we'll need to buy any for the first couple of months. He also got lots of cute clothes.
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? A baby?! Nah jokes. Our one couple friend got as the very fancy limited edition Harry Potter illustrated book. So that. Can't wait to read it with him!
Symptoms/raves/rants? Period like cramps. Nothing unbearable though. I feel like mood has improved this last week.
A highlight from your past week? At my appointment this past wk my OB scheduled me for an US Monday. My practice doesn't usually do 3rd tri US so I haven't seen my babe since 20 wks. I'm so excited I'll get to see her again.
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? I know that everyone isn't a fan but I love big ass bows and headbands. I've been building a collection of headbands, bows, and turbans (even making a few of my own). Can you imagine a baby in a little turban. OMG she'll be super cute!
DD: 05/14/16
How many weeks/fruit? 37/melon/skunk hehe
Symptoms/raves/rants?
Heartburn is more under control, but leg cramps are back. Lots of BH all the time.
A highlight from your past week?
Getting my cloth diaper stash!
Questions for the group?
Anyone else get a weird burning sensation at the top of their bump? I thought it was my bra rubbing, but it happens even when my bra is off....
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about?
Probably the cloth diapers
Symptoms/raves/rants? Holy swollen feet. Besides that and heartburn I'm doing pretty well though.
A highlight from your past week? Had a surprise shower yesterday. And to top it off my sister and mom were there which I was not expecting at all. My sister lives like 8 hours away and my mom lives in NC. Ugly crying all around. Lol.
Questions for the group?
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? Do I have to pick just one? I'm pretty excited about the baby bouncer we got. It's Finding Nemo themed and it's absolutely adorable. I also got a Baby K'Tan which I'm pretty excited about using. And then my awesome BOB stroller.
How many weeks/fruit? 35 weeks, 4 days
Symptoms/raves/rants? Heartburn, always & lightening crotch...didn't even know that existed!
A highlight from your past week? Finished the nursery
Questions for the group? Anyone else have lightening crotch? Thoughts on if it means labor is close?
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? The Newton Crib Mattress
How many weeks/fruit? 36/papaya
Symptoms/raves/rants? SPD, swollen feet, tired and irritable all the time, BH contractions, cramps that feel like my period, and this stretching/pulling sensation at the bottom of my belly.
A highlight from your past week? Besides installing the car seats and cleaning the house, I have completed everything on my to do list. That feels pretty good!
Questions for the group? @khochanadel I still fit into my pre-pregnancy bras
. I am further along than you and my boobs have gotten a bit bigger, but that was the ONE symptom I was looking forward to!
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? I am excited to use our stroller for walks around the neighborhood! It is crazy to think that I could be doing that in a month!
@tgortney we wanted a mattress that was reversible (baby/toddler) and waterproof, and just had good reviews online. I think we spent around $150.
How many weeks/fruit? 34
Symptoms/raves/rants? Same old same old - discomfort, groin pain, and trouble sleeping. My husband finally felt baby move this week, so there's a rave!
A highlight from your past week? Sorting baby clothes. And discovering an amazing new donut shop that just opened near work!
Questions for the group? --
What baby item do you have that you are most excited about? Cloth diapers, haha. They're just so darn cute.
It's around $100 but we used a 15% registry completion discount.
Edited because my hyperlink didn't work the first time.