To all those not feeling well, I hope you feel better soon. I didn't sleep well last night, and it's gloomy and raining here, so I'm with those who are tired and unenthused about the day.
We did tons of hospital bag packing. We have set up/ordered things we need (doula, must need items) so we are working our way through the "before baby" list of things to do.
I had a dream last night everyone around was a baby and I had to keep saving all of these baby's lives because they were so helpless! Exhausting!
@Jens_Hoes I'm so sorry to hear about all of your misfortune! I hope this just means it's all getting out of the way before baby!
@clebl24 I don't see anything wrong with that image, aside from the grammatical error. Conceptually, I think it is beneficial to let people know ahead of time if they are welcome or not. You don't want people going to the hospital, and then being told they can't see you-- I think that's more rude. But, as @Yiggle09 said, I would think in the hospital would be better than once you're at home. Are you a FTM? If not, I'm sure you know better. My FTM brain thinks they should visit right after (in hospital) and then disappear for a month (once DH and I are settled with LO more).
@jayandaplus. I'm not a FTM. We were bombarded with hospital visitors with our first. To make matters worse, baby had jaundice and had to spend a lot of time under the bili lights. Basically no rest, lots of crying from baby at night, and more frequent monitoring. I know things are going to be hectic once we get home so my plan is to try to rest at the hospital.
@clebl24, I can't believe so many people are okay with that sign. I don't mean to be so blunt, but I find things like that to be cringe-worthy and very off-putting. I also loathe things with rhymes on them. I would absolutely handle it on a one on one basis if people ask.
This^ mostly. The part about "this is set in stone" rubbed me the wrong way. The top part seems to be reasonable enough to tell people. I like the idea of one-on-one chat with people who might be the most likely to show up uninvited. Also not disclosing the room number is good, and checking with hospital policy on visitors. Your nurses can run interference, if needed, and say things like "I'm sorry, it's time for xyz and you'll need to leave now."
Our family all lives far away, so we didn't have to deal with the revolving door at home, but for the people who did visit, we made it clear ahead of time that if they visited in a "support" capacity, rather than having to be entertained and/or spending every minute with the baby, that'd be the Best way for them to help us out.
I think it's good that you're already thinking about managing expectations, no matter the method you choose! It'll help in the long run.
@clebl24 I see. Well, maybe do a memo, but cut it down so it's grammatically correct and leave out the "set in stone". Just make it short and sweet. If people have a problem, they'll confront you about it I'm sure.
I've been dealing with this pre-eclampsia diagnosis this week, and I think I'm over the initial freak-out of it all, so, yay! During the u/s I had yest, during a measurement of the baby's arm, he flashed me a thumbs-up to say "it's all good, mom!"
@clebl24 Apart from the grammatical error, I personally don't see anything wrong with that message and wouldn't be offended to receive something like that.
@Louise_Belcher I'm not sure when the linea nigra is supposed to appear. I've had mine for a while now, although the top is still more faint than the bottom.
I went to a Mom 2 Mom sale this morning, hoping I could find a used Ergo. No such luck. I did get a couple super cheap books, a few barely-used clothing items, and scored a $4 cotton Halo swaddle sack that looked brand new. Now I'm sitting on the couch being as lazy as possible because we have plans yet again tonight (3 nights in a row...it's like we're social or something).
@Louise_Belcher I don't have a linea nigra...not even anything faint. My belly button hasn't even popped out! It just looks flat sometimes depending where he's at.
Im 50/50 on the sign. I agree that shortening it and fixing the errors would be good. Or just tell people...whatever you're comfortable with. I'm not sure what we will do. A lot of family and friends live out of state so it's really just my immediate family and some friends we have here. I'm guessing it will just be immediate family at the hospital and others can come once we are settled. We did find out that my MIL is planning on coming the end of June (not sure of the exact date) until I think July 11. Her reasoning is 1) we will be more settled and 2) she thought it would be good in case we want to do something for our anniversary (July 4), which I thought was nice. Our friend from Cali is trying to figures out when to come and we just told her when she can afford it is fine, I'll be off for 8.5 weeks so she can come during then if she wants. Figured I'd let her know when others are coming in town and work around that. My bio dad just emailed me when they are thinking of coming (mixed emotions but that's a really long story), which would be May 27-June 2 and want to spend as much time with us. It's starting to feel very real and a bit overwhelming honestly. Sorry that kind of became a ramble...anyway, that's what's going on with us for when little man arrives! At least for the time being...
"A day without laughter is a day wasted." ~Charlie Chaplin
@starphish18 Awesome on your sweet deals! And go you going out 3 nights in a row! Shoot I made pancakes this morning and then had to lay down for a while just to have the energy to run to the store. I totally wouldn't have it in me for that much social time.
Re: Hospital visitors, be sure to ask the current hospital policy. I hope you all don't have to worry about flu season. However, since the flu has hit our area very hard, the maternity ward at our hospital has a very strict visitor policy - no kids under 13 unless they are siblings. And of course the NICU is even more strict. My boys have not been able to meet Lucia because of the flu.
Honestly, it was pretty nice to "blame" the hospital for the visitor policy.
Just got off the phone with my mom and I can't stop crying. DH and I decided to ask her to come 3 weeks after my EDD and stay at a hotel. This went over very badly, she's not coming at all, and now I'm to blame for hurting her (again) and keeping her from her grandbaby. I know she's going to say we didn't let her come and that's how this will all be remembered. I know I can't stop crying because of the hormones (normally not a crier) but still. I'm so hurt AND feel like a horrible and mean daughter and person.
@jayandaplus I'm so sorry it didn't go over well with your mom. However, this is your family now and if you need time to bond just yourselves, then you have that right. Your mom will be the one to regret not coming to see her grandkid. You are not a mean person or daughter. You are a great mother that is already looking out for your child's best interests.
@jayandaplus what mcvgal said. You're not a horrible daughter/person, you're thinking about what's best for your own little family. I hope she gets over it quick and make the effort to come when permitted. I hate seeing grandparents get all high and mighty. My MIL has met DD only once and that was over two years ago. And now that we are new homeowners, she keeps talking about visiting us. Its all bark and no bite.
jayandaplus - You're not wrong for wanting alone time with your family. I couldn't imagine having my mom come stay with us on top of caring for a newborn. The thought alone is sending my anxiety into overdrive. You're not being mean, you were being honest. Hang in there!
@jayandaplus I'm so sorry your mother did not respond how you had hoped. You need to remember it is all about you and your family. Only you and your DH know the best thing for you.
@jayandaplus - You are NOT horrible or mean!! If it makes you feel any better, we put a four-month block on anyone staying with us (both sets of DH's parents are about five hours away and stay with us too much). It's what we needed to do to mentally handle all of the changes as house guests are a huge stress to me, and it would have just been too much. What did you mom hope/expect would happen? Is she more upset about the three week hold or her not staying with you?
@Jens_Hoes, I think you are due some good luck! Yikes!
@jayandaplus, I'm sorry your mom is being so selfish. You have every right to have that time for you and your family to acclimate.
On the subject of hospital visitors, I would opt out of the cutesy saying and just send a more email asking for privacy at the hospital. But that's just because I'm not a cutesy saying type of gal.
My weekend is pretty low key...lots of toddler activities. My whole baby making/pushing area is sore today. It simultaneously feels like I did a million sit-ups and rode a bike 10 miles. Ugh.
@jayandaplus I'm sorry she's so manipulative though! You should do what you want to do and what makes you comfortable!
Now in our news: our builder has failed the certificate of occupancy inspection. He has to fix things now so it sounds like the best case scenario now is we're closing middle of April. I'm so upset. And we're in too deep at this point, there are things that prevent us from walking even if it wasn't about the baby being due three weeks after the new closing date. I'm very pissed off at him. It will be two months after the original closing date at this point. So I cried a bunch today too.
@jayandaplus am so sorry about the way your mom reacted, maybe she will come to her senses and see you are making a simple request that is totally reasonable!
Thanks to all the talk of Reese's eggs I purchased a bag and have plowed through an unreasonable amount of it.
@jayandaplus I'm so sorry you have that stress on your from you mom. You are NOT to blame for her not visiting, if she does end up choosing not to. That is all on her, and even she knows that. My guess is she'll change her tune once she realizes you're not going to just give in to her guilting you.
@thistlenweeds Oh man, sorry about the house delays. That must be incredibly frustrating, especially with a LO on the way.
Thank you to everyone who responded to me. I really need the support and appreciate it. I love our community and am glad I turned to y'all. Thank you for giving me what I needed today!
@jayandaplus - that really stinks about your mom but she really has to realize that she can't just throw a tantrum and get her way. I really hope she changes her tune as the birth gets closer. And you don't need to feel responsible for how she chooses to react.
@thistlenweeds - oh man! I'm sorry! I would've cried too! Three weeks is still do-able though so fx you can get it all or at least most of it before baby's arrival. TP to that contractor though!
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@jayandaplus you are not responsible for your mom's feelings. You guys do what's best for your family and don't feel bad about it for even a second. She can either respect your decision and see her grandchild or not, but that's 100% on her and not on you.
@thistlenweeds I'm so sorry about your house! I would be so upset too.
@Jens_Hoes I hope your weekend starts to turn around for you soon!
If I missed anyone else having a bad day I'm sorry!
I just finished making a batch of cheddar biscuits and I've eaten three of them already, and after reading about everyone's Reeces eggs I'm tempted to go out and get those too. I've been so healthy today! Did I mention I had bacon for lunch?
@Jens_Hoes man you cannot catch a break! I hope everything gets back to normal from here on out.
@jayandaplus sorry to hear that your mom is being difficult. As others have said you do you and what's best for your family. Your mom can put the guilt trip on you but ultimately it's only hurting her and your relationship
@thistlenweeds sorry to hear about your house that sounds awful! We eventually want to move and build but the set backs and all the hassle that comes with building makes me rethink it sometimes. I hope everything gets fixed in a timely manner and you get to close in april.
We just found out our roofers are coming Monday to replace our roof. It was expected but now that it's here I wish I wasn't going to be home for it. DH and I have had a nice weekend so far. Had our 3D US which was so cool. She's measuring 4.3# at 30w4d so wondering if she's going to be a big baby. Then we went downtown to Hop Cat and got some crack fries. They had a Bloody Mary bar so I had a virgin one and dang that was tasty. Now relaxing and no plans for the rest of the weekend.
@thistlenweeds ugh I am so sorry. I've never done anything like it, but can you get something out of it/pay your contractor less or something? That really stinks. I'm sorry.
@jayandaplus hugs girl. I'm sorry. Hopefully your mom will come around.
In regards to hospital visitors. I am not a big fan of cutesy sayings, but I think you should be firm in whatever way you feel. If you're 100% you don't want visitors in the hospital I would be making that clear now. There is a chance DH won't make it for the birth so we won't have any visitors besides my parents and siblings who will have DD and we won't be posting anything on the internet until DH has met DS.
Also adding to what PP said. Check with your hospital policy on visitors. When DD was born no kids under 18 were allowed to visit anyone on the floor unless they were siblings.
@jayandaplus I think everyone before me has covered everything well, but sending you hugs, lady.
@thistlenweeds I'm so sorry they pushed the closing back. Building a house is so stressful, especially when they don't meet deadlines. Fingers crossed for you that everything goes smooth in April and you can get all settled before baby.
Hugs to everyone who cried today!!! I cried for no good reason- I was going through DS's baby clothes to see which ones were unisex and could be used for baby girl and just seeing all his little clothes really got to me!! I wound up keeping about 40% - my most favorite ones and some that I just wanted to save for him to have some day. It's rainy here too and I've felt like a totaly busybody today! Night ladies- see you in 2 hours when we wake up to pee or initiate the rolling over sequence.
@bacorrea doesn't look like that yet. He's not a contractor, he's the builder/seller so we don't have any real rights outside of mutual acceptance yet.
@jayandaplus So sorry that conversation went so poorly. I hope she takes some times to think and finds some empathy for your situation. I cannot imagine having someone stay with me anytime during the first 4 months.
@thistlenweeds That sucks! I'm so sorry that you have to deal with such a big delay and at such an inconvenient time.
I think it may have been a day for tears because I got talking about my breastfeeding fears with DH tonight and couldn't fully contain the water works. Last go went so poorly and I feel like a jerk for already dreading the thought of attempting to breastfeed again. Poor guy did awesome trying to simultaneously be supportive of breastfeeding and of formula feeding.
@Louise_Belcher, I had a similar cry the other day. I got all teary during Lamaze class because we watched a birth video and I was so scared that I won't be able to do it. I hope breastfeeding is a better experience for you this time around.
Me: 29, DH: 31 Married: October 2014 Began TTC: April 2015 BFP #1: 9/18/15. EDD 5/18/16. MC 10/26/15. (9w) BFP #2: 2/27/16. EDD 11/7/16. MC/D&E 4/20/16 (11w) BFP #3: 9/22/16. EDD 5/29/17. DS born 4/24/17 BFP #4: 5/20/18. EDD 1/23/19.
Catching up just now... had a not-so-bad shift today, showered, and now in bed "settling" down.
@jayandaplus sending good vibes to you because even though you weren't wrong for expressing your family's wishes, it still sucks that your mom reacted that way and you feel the way you do.
@Jens_Hoes WOW, what a crazy string of events. Hang in there and yes, stay indoors or bubble wrap yourself (and car), lol.
I'm with the no sleep-too much pressure down there-always peeing crew. Baby boy had dropped sometime last night and I was UNCOMFORTABLE. I think I need to bust out my Support belt now.
Ok. I'm really baffled by this. Would most of your family and friends really just show up at a hospital unannounced and uninvited? That for sure is not normal in my circle. I've never seen anything like that.
Im sorry for everyone that cried today and yesterday. Seems like a bad day for a lot and I hope Sunday is better
TTC1: May 2015
Primary IF May 2016; Failed HSG; Scheduled Lap Sept. 2016
Hugs to everyone who had a tough day yesterday! I hope today is better!
@Louise_Belcher, I have similar fears. My milk barely came in last time and I was only able to bf/pump with supplementation for 2 months last time. I'm going to try again, but not set huge expectations for myself. I was disappointed when it didn't work out, and don't want to feel so let down if it doesn't work again. FX that it goes better for both of us and/or if it doesn't that we are ok with fed is best! (Which really is true, right?)
May Siggy Challenge: Labor Memes
Me:31 DH:32 Married 11/06/10 DD: Born 8/23/13 (clomid+ovidrel+IUI) BFP 9/9/16 EDD 5/19/17
With so much going on with everyone, I thought this was a good read. We all do so much for everyone else, including growing a baby!, and we often forget to take the time out for us. I know I do! So, here's something I saw on Pinterest this morning and thought it would be a good share
We went to our neighbor's last night for an annual get-together they throw. There are a lot of families with young children that go, and the past couple years we've been there, there's always been one woman who was pregnant. This year, it was me. One woman asked if this was our first, and when we said yes, she laughed maniacally and walked away. Uh, thanks? Anyways, I left a lot earlier than H cause I was just exhausted from the past couple busy days and going out 3 nights in a row. Of course, I end up being awake and ill for a while last night. I think the introvert gods are punishing me. I don't want to do anything today...I think I'm going to skip grocery shopping, too.
@starphish18, people are so weird to pregnant women! I had one the other day tell me "ugh, God help you" when I told her I was having a boy. I just don't get it. Also, 3 nights of being social in a row would completely wear me out even if I weren't pregnant.
Me: 29, DH: 31 Married: October 2014 Began TTC: April 2015 BFP #1: 9/18/15. EDD 5/18/16. MC 10/26/15. (9w) BFP #2: 2/27/16. EDD 11/7/16. MC/D&E 4/20/16 (11w) BFP #3: 9/22/16. EDD 5/29/17. DS born 4/24/17 BFP #4: 5/20/18. EDD 1/23/19.
Well I hope everyone's Sundays pan out better than our saturdays! I actually ended up having s really fun day that was stupid busy yesterday! We had lunch with MHs family, then saw his dad and stepmom for a while, then hung out with some friends that live down there. It was really nice. Once again the booze was freely flowing for all but me, which led to some irritation on my part at MH for getting drunk. I can't decide yet whether I'm justified or just being hormonal/jealous. If I weren't pregnant I would have been right there with him.... but it feels somehow like he's "not on my team" or something, so I don't know. How have you all handled that with SOs?
Re: Weekend Randoms 3/18&19
We did tons of hospital bag packing. We have set up/ordered things we need (doula, must need items) so we are working our way through the "before baby" list of things to do.
I had a dream last night everyone around was a baby and I had to keep saving all of these baby's lives because they were so helpless! Exhausting!
@Jens_Hoes I'm so sorry to hear about all of your misfortune! I hope this just means it's all getting out of the way before baby!
@clebl24 I don't see anything wrong with that image, aside from the grammatical error. Conceptually, I think it is beneficial to let people know ahead of time if they are welcome or not. You don't want people going to the hospital, and then being told they can't see you-- I think that's more rude. But, as @Yiggle09 said, I would think in the hospital would be better than once you're at home. Are you a FTM? If not, I'm sure you know better. My FTM brain thinks they should visit right after (in hospital) and then disappear for a month (once DH and I are settled with LO more).
Our family all lives far away, so we didn't have to deal with the revolving door at home, but for the people who did visit, we made it clear ahead of time that if they visited in a "support" capacity, rather than having to be entertained and/or spending every minute with the baby, that'd be the Best way for them to help us out.
I think it's good that you're already thinking about managing expectations, no matter the method you choose! It'll help in the long run.
@Louise_Belcher I'm not sure when the linea nigra is supposed to appear. I've had mine for a while now, although the top is still more faint than the bottom.
Im 50/50 on the sign. I agree that shortening it and fixing the errors would be good. Or just tell people...whatever you're comfortable with. I'm not sure what we will do. A lot of family and friends live out of state so it's really just my immediate family and some friends we have here. I'm guessing it will just be immediate family at the hospital and others can come once we are settled. We did find out that my MIL is planning on coming the end of June (not sure of the exact date) until I think July 11. Her reasoning is 1) we will be more settled and 2) she thought it would be good in case we want to do something for our anniversary (July 4), which I thought was nice. Our friend from Cali is trying to figures out when to come and we just told her when she can afford it is fine, I'll be off for 8.5 weeks so she can come during then if she wants. Figured I'd let her know when others are coming in town and work around that. My bio dad just emailed me when they are thinking of coming (mixed emotions but that's a really long story), which would be May 27-June 2 and want to spend as much time with us. It's starting to feel very real and a bit overwhelming honestly. Sorry that kind of became a ramble...anyway, that's what's going on with us for when little man arrives! At least for the time being...
"A day without laughter is a day wasted." ~Charlie Chaplin
@SKZW That litttle thumb is adorable!
@starphish18 Awesome on your sweet deals! And go you going out 3 nights in a row! Shoot I made pancakes this morning and then had to lay down for a while just to have the energy to run to the store. I totally wouldn't have it in me for that much social time.
DS2 5/17
#3 Due 9/20
Honestly, it was pretty nice to "blame" the hospital for the visitor policy.
11.2011 - DS1
02.2013 - loss at 6 wks
06.2014 - DS2
10.2015 - loss at 12 wks
03.2017 - DD
11.2011 - DS1
02.2013 - loss at 6 wks
06.2014 - DS2
10.2015 - loss at 12 wks
03.2017 - DD
Hang in there!
I'm so sorry your mother did not respond how you had hoped. You need to remember it is all about you and your family. Only you and your DH know the best thing for you.
@jayandaplus, I'm sorry your mom is being so selfish. You have every right to have that time for you and your family to acclimate.
On the subject of hospital visitors, I would opt out of the cutesy saying and just send a more email asking for privacy at the hospital. But that's just because I'm not a cutesy saying type of gal.
My weekend is pretty low key...lots of toddler activities. My whole baby making/pushing area is sore today. It simultaneously feels like I did a million sit-ups and rode a bike 10 miles. Ugh.
Now in our news: our builder has failed the certificate of occupancy inspection. He has to fix things now so it sounds like the best case scenario now is we're closing middle of April. I'm so upset. And we're in too deep at this point, there are things that prevent us from walking even if it wasn't about the baby being due three weeks after the new closing date. I'm very pissed off at him. It will be two months after the original closing date at this point. So I cried a bunch today too.
Thanks to all the talk of Reese's eggs I purchased a bag and have plowed through an unreasonable amount of it.
@thistlenweeds Oh man, sorry about the house delays. That must be incredibly frustrating, especially with a LO on the way.
@thistlenweeds - oh man! I'm sorry! I would've cried too! Three weeks is still do-able though so fx you can get it all or at least most of it before baby's arrival. TP to that contractor though!
Married 8/27/2011
BFP #1 9/28/2011 DS born 5/22/2012
BFP #2 4/24/2013 m/c 4/25/2013 at 4w
BFP #3 1/31/2014 DD born 10/14/2014
BFP #4 1/20/2016 m/c 2/12/2014 at 7w2d
BFP #5 8/19/2016 DS2 born 4/29/2017
BFP #6 3/7/2018 EDD 11/18/2018
@thistlenweeds I'm so sorry about your house! I would be so upset too.
@Jens_Hoes I hope your weekend starts to turn around for you soon!
If I missed anyone else having a bad day I'm sorry!
I just finished making a batch of cheddar biscuits and I've eaten three of them already, and after reading about everyone's Reeces eggs I'm tempted to go out and get those too. I've been so healthy today! Did I mention I had bacon for lunch?
@jayandaplus sorry to hear that your mom is being difficult. As others have said you do you and what's best for your family. Your mom can put the guilt trip on you but ultimately it's only hurting her and your relationship
@thistlenweeds sorry to hear about your house that sounds awful! We eventually want to move and build but the set backs and all the hassle that comes with building makes me rethink it sometimes. I hope everything gets fixed in a timely manner and you get to close in april.
We just found out our roofers are coming Monday to replace our roof. It was expected but now that it's here I wish I wasn't going to be home for it. DH and I have had a nice weekend so far. Had our 3D US which was so cool. She's measuring 4.3# at 30w4d so wondering if she's going to be a big baby. Then we went downtown to Hop Cat and got some crack fries. They had a Bloody Mary bar so I had a virgin one and dang that was tasty. Now relaxing and no plans for the rest of the weekend.
Sorry about out your rough week @Jens_Hoes
@thistlenweeds ugh I am so sorry. I've never done anything like it, but can you get something out of it/pay your contractor less or something? That really stinks. I'm sorry.
@jayandaplus hugs girl. I'm sorry. Hopefully your mom will come around.
In regards to hospital visitors. I am not a big fan of cutesy sayings, but I think you should be firm in whatever way you feel. If you're 100% you don't want visitors in the hospital I would be making that clear now. There is a chance DH won't make it for the birth so we won't have any visitors besides my parents and siblings who will have DD and we won't be posting anything on the internet until DH has met DS.
Also adding to what PP said. Check with your hospital policy on visitors. When DD was born no kids under 18 were allowed to visit anyone on the floor unless they were siblings.
@thistlenweeds I'm so sorry they pushed the closing back. Building a house is so stressful, especially when they don't meet deadlines. Fingers crossed for you that everything goes smooth in April and you can get all settled before baby.
busybody today! Night ladies- see you in 2 hours when we wake up to pee or initiate the rolling over sequence.
@bacorrea doesn't look like that yet. He's not a contractor, he's the builder/seller so we don't have any real rights outside of mutual acceptance yet.
@thistlenweeds That sucks! I'm so sorry that you have to deal with such a big delay and at such an inconvenient time.
I think it may have been a day for tears because I got talking about my breastfeeding fears with DH tonight and couldn't fully contain the water works. Last go went so poorly and I feel like a jerk for already dreading the thought of attempting to breastfeed again. Poor guy did awesome trying to simultaneously be supportive of breastfeeding and of formula feeding.
DS2 5/17
#3 Due 9/20
Married: October 2014
Began TTC: April 2015
BFP #1: 9/18/15. EDD 5/18/16. MC 10/26/15. (9w)
BFP #2: 2/27/16. EDD 11/7/16. MC/D&E 4/20/16 (11w)
BFP #3: 9/22/16. EDD 5/29/17. DS born 4/24/17
BFP #4: 5/20/18. EDD 1/23/19.
@jayandaplus sending good vibes to you because even though you weren't wrong for expressing your family's wishes, it still sucks that your mom reacted that way and you feel the way you do.
@Jens_Hoes WOW, what a crazy string of events. Hang in there and yes, stay indoors or bubble wrap yourself (and car), lol.
@Yiggle09 hope you feel better soon.
I'm with the no sleep-too much pressure down there-always peeing crew. Baby boy had dropped sometime last night and I was UNCOMFORTABLE. I think I need to bust out my Support belt now.
Good night for now... I hope!
DS1 7/24/15
DS2 5/7/17
Im sorry for everyone that cried today and yesterday. Seems like a bad day for a lot and I hope Sunday is better
@Louise_Belcher, I have similar fears. My milk barely came in last time and I was only able to bf/pump with supplementation for 2 months last time. I'm going to try again, but not set huge expectations for myself. I was disappointed when it didn't work out, and don't want to feel so let down if it doesn't work again. FX that it goes better for both of us and/or if it doesn't that we are ok with fed is best! (Which really is true, right?)
Me:31 DH:32 Married 11/06/10
DD: Born 8/23/13 (clomid+ovidrel+IUI)
BFP 9/9/16 EDD 5/19/17
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Married: October 2014
Began TTC: April 2015
BFP #1: 9/18/15. EDD 5/18/16. MC 10/26/15. (9w)
BFP #2: 2/27/16. EDD 11/7/16. MC/D&E 4/20/16 (11w)
BFP #3: 9/22/16. EDD 5/29/17. DS born 4/24/17
BFP #4: 5/20/18. EDD 1/23/19.