FTM Check-in 1/16

jacksonbears · January 2017

How far along are you?

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go?

Cravings?

Rants/raves?

Questions for FTM, STM+?

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday??

jacksonbears · January 2017

How far along are you? 9 weeks 4 days

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? Nothing till 1/30. It's going to feel like forever!!!

Cravings? Same as last week, everything bagels!!

Rants/raves? My paranoid self keeps googling stuff at 9 weeks. Just nervous that something bad will happen before my next appointment. But no cramping/bleeding, which is good...google is the devil!

Questions for FTM, STM+? For STMs - when did you start announcing? I already told family and close friends..hubby is super excited and I feel like he's telling everyone!

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? The Monday after the Superbowl!

SouthernMama15 · January 2017

@jacksonbears STM chiming in to answer your question, with both, we told parents/siblings right away. We both also told a few friends/coworkers. We told everyone at around 10 weeks 1st time and 8.5 this time. We didn't really want to tell everyone that early, but my in laws have big mouths and we didn't want people to find out through gossip

bumpybump · January 2017

@jacksonbears we announced our first time around 11 weeks since everyone was here for Thanksgiving. This time we are waiting until 13 weeks. There's no right or wrong answer here.

lewliv · January 2017

How far along are you? 9+2

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? My first appointment is tomorrow, finally! No US though : (

Cravings? Milkshake! Probably not because of pregnancy but because I'm on Whole30 (no sugar, dairy, grains, or legumes).

Rants/raves? I can't wait to hear a heartbeat! I'm constantly worried because so far this pregnancy has been a breeze.

Questions for FTM, STM+? How long did you keep the baby sleeping on your room?

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? Mondays. Every single one of them.

bumpybump · January 2017

@LivLew we never had DD in our room. She was in her own crib in the nursery from night one at home. We plan to do the same with this LO.

imwithbaby · January 2017

How far along are you? 8w6d

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? Last week we had our first u/s! So amazing seeing LO moving around. And that heartbeat! Gah. Strong at 178!

Cravings? Lemon water, fruit, Chinese food

Rants/raves? I threw up so violently yesterday that I have broken blood vessels/petechiae around my eyes. I've only just started actually vomiting so I'm praying that it stops

Rave is the Chinese food I had last night!

Questions for FTM, STM+?

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? The day before Christmas! When I didn't work for myself, I hated having to either work on the 24th or use a day off since nothing happens at work that day anyway!

imwithbaby · January 2017

@bumpybump that's encouraging to hear. I want to start LO in their nursery from the beginning but also just heard the new SIDS recommendations to leave baby in your room until 6 months---which sounds insane to me.

OTmom3 · January 2017

jacksonbears said:

Questions for FTM, STM+? For STMs - when did you start announcing? I already told family and close friends..hubby is super excited and I feel like he's telling everyone!

We told close family and a few close friends pretty early on but didn't do a FB announcement with either pregnancy until about 12 weeks. Likely doing the same this time, though I feel like I've already told more friends this time, but then at the same time I haven't even told my siblings or my dad/stepmom. I think I'm going to do that today though, lol

OTmom3 · January 2017

LivLew said:

Questions for FTM, STM+? How long did you keep the baby sleeping on your room?

My first and second kids both slept in my room in either a pack n play or rock n play until close to 6 months. But I'm a worrier and bad sleeper anyway. This time this baby will likely be in our room much longer because we only have a 3 bedroom home and third kid.

JWatt5 · January 2017

How far along are you? 10 weeks

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? Just had a midwife appt...just a question appt. then I have an U/S with my RE on Thursday!

Cravings? Stil pineapple

Rants/raves? It freaks me out that my fatigue has lifted. Both the RE and Midwife say its a good thing but still...I like feeling normal again but didn't expect it this fast!

Questions for FTM, STM+? Has anyone added additional Omega to their vitamins. My sister is suggesting that on top of the Prenatal with DHA

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? I would like Wednesdays off...or at least declare it a day that requires a nap.

bumpybump · January 2017

@LivLew I've seen those recommendations related to SIDS as well. It's definitely a personal decision to make. We keep a very safe sleeping environment for our baby in the crib (nothing in it but them and their clothes/swaddle) and also have a video monitor.

lewliv · January 2017

@bumpybump I can't imagine spending 6 months with the baby next to me, I'll never sleep. Since I'm going back to work after 8 weeks I want to make sure the baby is already on it's own room by then. I'll probably have the baby in my room the first week or so as I adjust to this whole new person and then start the transition.

mokay19 · January 2017

How far along are you? 10 weeks

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? First appt with the OB on base tomorrow

Cravings? Salty foods (chips, fries, pickles, etc.)

Rants/raves? Another migraine today. That's my third in the past week. It's miserable.

Questions for FTM, STM+?

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? I think everyone should get their birthday off!

lewliv · January 2017

@mokay19 I always take my birthday off! It seems pretty silly for a 34 year old lady but I love it. I eat a nice brunch, get a haircut/highlights, nails done, and fancy dinner with DH.

SpotConlon · January 2017

How far along are you? 10 weeks

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? I had an ultrasound appointment today. It was nice to see lil' bb on a big TV screen moving around.

Cravings? Breakfast foods!

Rants/raves? So on top of getting in a car accident this weekend, I'm now sneezing up a storm. Is it a cold? Is it allergies? Is it just obnoxious?

Questions for FTM, STM+? What sort of baby stuff is worth thrifting? My husband and I were browsing a way overpriced baby boutique (why do babies need that many tutus???), and I kept thinking you could get so much of this stuff for $3 at Goodwill or something.

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? Maybe St. Patrick's Day just so I can have a day off work in the middle of March lol.

SarahBethBR · January 2017

JWatt5 said:

Questions for FTM, STM+? Has anyone added additional Omega to their vitamins. My sister is suggesting that on top of the Prenatal with DHA

I take my prenatal plus vitamin D and Fish Oil (which has omegas). I looked at the recommended amounts of everything in my pregnancy book (the Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy) and compared to my prenatals, then added anything that didn't meet their recs.

Kathryn0903 · January 2017

How far along are you?
11 weeks 5days

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go?
Heard the heartbeat Thursday! Such a beautiful sound!

Cravings?
no real cravings as I can't stomach much still, but fruit and bagels are tasting real good

Rants/raves?
So sick of throwing up every day!
Questions for FTM, STM+?

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday??
I wish we observed Jewish holidays like Christmas, Easter, and others get observed

knottie0d8cc4d43bacc09f · January 2017

How far along are you? 10 weeks 3 days

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? Went in again today since I had some more bleeding. My OB saw a small clot which she determined was the source of the bleeding and nothing to be concerned about. So relieved! Baby was wiggling around with a strong heartbeat.

Cravings? Weirdly craving salad. I think it's the acidity of the dressing - I make one with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and some Dijon mustard. Other than that, salty foods and lots o' carbs.

Rants/raves? Rave- no work today! Been snuggling with the pup and trying to be productive around the house. Rant- I have the start of an annoying cold. @SpotConlon I feel you on the sneezing. My nose is already sore from blowing it so much. Just lovely.

Questions for FTM, STM+? Any STMs who BF do anything in advance to prepare? I really want to BF little one but have read stories where milk just doesn't come in, baby doesn't latch, etc.. Wondering if there's anything you can do to prep your body for it.

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? The official first day of summer would be awesome.

dinofreak · January 2017

How far along are you? 8 weeks 5 days

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? Nothing until 2/3, my 12 week appt. Time is moving in slow motion for me.

Cravings? salad tastes so good right now! I drain a can of tuna and mix it in with the lettuce for some protein. But I'm also eating pizza and sandwiches whenever I get a chance..

Rants/raves? Rave: my sugar aversion continues, and I haven't gained any more weight woo hoo! Rant: I'm tired and nauseous and now I'm getting a cold and all I want to do is lie on the couch with netflix and tea.

Questions for FTM, STM+? Is there anything besides carseat that you would absolutely buy brand new? I'm already accepting hand-me-downs from friends and family.

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? Day after Halloween if it doesn't fall on a fri/sat

bumpybump · January 2017

SpotConlon said:

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Questions for FTM, STM+? What sort of baby stuff is worth thrifting? My husband and I were browsing a way overpriced baby boutique (why do babies need that many tutus???), and I kept thinking you could get so much of this stuff for $3 at Goodwill or something.
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IMO, you can thrift or garage sale lots of stuff. I'd personally make sure the items you get can be washed (for example, swings that the entire cloth covering can be removed and washed) or wiped down (for example, high chairs). I suggest staying away from used car seats, used pumps, mattresses (that one is my personal preference), sippy cups, bath toys like squeeze ones, and teething items. If you get bottles used, get new nipples. If you get used cloth diapers, bleach for sure and maybe strip.

@dinofreak see above.

eta: dinofreak tag

SouthernMama15 · January 2017

bumpybump said:

SpotConlon said:

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Questions for FTM, STM+? What sort of baby stuff is worth thrifting? My husband and I were browsing a way overpriced baby boutique (why do babies need that many tutus???), and I kept thinking you could get so much of this stuff for $3 at Goodwill or something.
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IMO, you can thrift or garage sale lots of stuff. I'd personally make sure the items you get can be washed (for example, swings that the entire cloth covering can be removed and washed) or wiped down (for example, high chairs). I suggest staying away from used car seats, used pumps, mattresses (that one is my personal preference), sippy cups, bath toys like squeeze ones, and teething items. If you get bottles used, get new nipples. If you get used cloth diapers, bleach for sure and maybe strip.

Also, the thought of a used baby bathtubs grosses me out. I know you can clean them, but they're not that expensive. If you're planning on having a shower, try to hold off on buying too much stuff, you'll be surprised at what people buy for you. Even with big ticket items, groups of people like to go in together sometimes and get a bigger nicer gift. Also, don't forget you'll get a completion discount with most registries.

bumpybump · January 2017

secicc12 said:
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Questions for FTM, STM+? Any STMs who BF do anything in advance to prepare? I really want to BF little one but have read stories where milk just doesn't come in, baby doesn't latch, etc.. Wondering if there's anything you can do to prep your body for it.
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I honestly don't know that there's much you can do to prep your body for BFing. As far as I know, there's no magic to getting your milk to come in. Every child will be different when it comes to their latches. They can be born with tongue and lip ties that can't be prevented but can be treated or maybe they just don't take well to the breast. I took a BFing class to better understand what if be doing and I was still lost. My best advice is to have the items needed to BF with you at the hospital and utilize a Lactation consultant while still at the hospital. Also, something I will do this time that I didn't last time is to start treating my nipples with nipple cream after every feeding. I was on morphine (due to csection) so my nipples felt great, until it wore off. Learned my lesson there. Also, Kelly Mom is a great resource. You may find this helpful https://kellymom.com/pregnancy/bf-prep/bf-preparation/

eta: TB ate part of my post.

BlackNYellow · January 2017

How far along are you? 7+6

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? My first appt is Thursday!

Cravings? I'm not really craving anything, I just want to eat all healthy food. Sugary and sweet food tastes different to me.

Rants/raves? We are going on a ski trip this weekend with DHs family (grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, cousins) and I won't be able to ski, it's going to be warm (40+ degrees), and I can't drink. Most of them do not know that we are pregnant so hiding this for an entire weekend is going to be fun. I also started getting really nauseous if I am even a tiny bit hungry. Please tell me that this isn't how MS starts?

Questions for FTM, STM+? Not this week

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? I second getting your birthday off every year!

mokay19 · January 2017

@LivLew I think that's so awesome that you take your birthday off! If I had PTO right now, then I'd probably treat myself to it but, alas, I do not yet.

@dinofreak do you eat some special tuna that's better for during pregnancy? I have cans of tuna in my pantry that look so good but I don't know if there a safer kinds than others?

imwithbaby · January 2017

@BlackNYellow update us with how the weekend goes! Just feign the flu or something. Also, wish I had better news but that's exactly how my MS started. I feel like a cow now because I have to constantly graze and eat all the time to not let myself get hungry. Wish I wanted healthy food like you!

SarahBethBR · January 2017

The list my dr gave me said white tuna in water is the best kind, and light tuna in water is second best. I believe they're both on the list where I can have 2 servings a week.

littlebug2010 · January 2017

How far along are you? 11 weeks

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? Last week I had a full physical and heard the HB! Next week I have my NT scan.

Cravings? Peanutbutter and jelly! also Smoothies.

Rants/raves? I am finally feeling like I can eat, but the amount I eat right now is soo much less than before

Questions for FTM, STM+? No, the questions that were asked this week were great! cant wait to start reading up on some of those things mentioned.

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? I can agree with every monday, but I would be happy with my birthday being a holiday!

budzynb · January 2017

Totally agree with @bumpybump on what to NOT buy used. Even being a FTM I kind of just use common sense to figure out what's gross and what's not. We've been scooping up things for $5 on local swap pages. This weekend I got the Boon Drying Lawn, a Bumbo, and 2 dishwasher baskets for $5 each. As soon as we got home everything went in the sink with boiling water and vinegar for a day and the Bumbo got a serious wipe down with vinegar. Then after the vinegar soak everything went into the dishwasher. It might be some work but I'd rather spend an hour cleaning than pay full price. lol. But I would never buy anything that goes in Baby's mouth used, or cloth diapers, as much as I want that savings.

Side note: I hit 11w tomorrow, when will the placenta take over?!?!?! This MS is killing me! Dr said anywhere from 11-13 weeks but could be 16 weeks! :O

ead1215 · January 2017

How far along are you? 11w, 3d

Any appointments this week or last week? How did it go? None. Next one is 1/30

Cravings? Sour and salty foods which is so unlike me.

Rants/raves? Insomnia. It's insane!

Questions for FTM, STM+?

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? Your birthday!

DeansGirl14 · January 2017

How far along are you? 11w, 5d today. We're telling more people bit by bit, which is really fun, and we booked a babymoon!

Any appointments this week or last week? Today, everything went great. Heard the heartbeat, and got the Maternity21 genetic screen. Should hear in 7-10 days that everything's fine with down syndrome risk and should know gender with 95% probability. Neato!

Cravings? Sweet things, namely CAKE. This weekend I had a huge sushi craving so went to a nice place and got vegetarian and cooked maki rolls.

Rants/raves? It seems the diclesis is not working as well for me lately. I feel good during the day but by dinner feel like crap again. When will this be over?

Questions for FTM, STM+ None!

GTKY: What's one day that should be considered a holiday?? I wish Good Friday and Easter Monday were holidays for me like back when I went to Catholic school. The distance from MLK day to Memorial Day is loooong. Something needs to break that up. I like the idea of St. Patrick's day in theory but I actually hate that holiday anyway, haha.

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