Re: downstairs grooming- I remember that way back in the day on our board, @dancegurl1118 told us that L&D nurses could care less whether we are groomed, not groomed, or vagazzled. And to this again I say, I totally plan on making sure I'm vagazzled for the big day next month, haha . (Reality- let's just say they will know I'm a natural redhead.)
Vagazzled I'm not an L&D RN but I see my fair share of vaginas in the operating room and I can also say that we DONT CARE or bat an eye at what goes on down there. I have been using my trimmer simply because I feel better like that... I'm definitely not doing it for anyone else
@BusyZee When my niece was born, my brother (who is super shy and soft spoken - we are opposites, lol) actually told the doctors, "Hey, be careful! We just got that thing and you're going to break it!" Cracks me up every time I remember that and reminds me babies are resilient (seems like second+ babies moreso than first babies, based on what the mamas say )
@BusyZee I'll never forget my doctor saying "honey, he's not going to break" when I first had DS!
And I never thought about the drinking thing until I was talking to a girlfriend a month or so ago whose husband got so drunk he ended up passing out at a friends house and she gave birth in like 3 hours and by the time he woke up he had a 6hr old daughter. My husband doesn't drink or if he does it's like a beer or two with his buddies so I won't say anything but I'd wait to see if you're dilated at your next appt and if they say baby could be coming I'd give him a heads up of your expectations. But I'd imagine "uh babe my water just broke" would be an instant buzz kill for him anyways!
My BFF had her first 2 weeks early on her husband's birthday. They had had a party the night before and he drank quite a bit. Her water broke in the middle of the night and he was too drunk to drive to the hospital. While she was in labor, the nurses were feeding HIM ice chips because he was drunk and then hungover. I think his punishment is that his daughter now shares his birthday so that it will never really be 'his' again. But in preparation for this I told my husband from now on, no drinking so much he's not able to drive!
My random, brought to you all by my mother (thanks mom!)....I'm now terrified that my DH is going to be in the middle of pouring concrete on a big project when I go into labour. He owns his construction business, so he can't just leave in the middle of a pour unless he has enough skilled guys there (which he doesn't always). My labour with DD was 2.5 hours from start to finish so waiting might not be an option.
Thanks for putting that fear in my head, mom!
Married 8 years - Aug 23/08 DD - 6 years old, March 17/11 #2 due July 19th! (It's a boy!)
1. I love the waxing talk. I've gotten one each month of this pregnant (including last Thursday) and I have one more to go just before the due date. For me it's not how it looks to the doctors, it's how it feels to me and the threat of the dry shave. Seems demoralizing. I know I've said it before but shitting on the table doesn't phase me... it's the dry shave.
2. Thank you notes + sobriety = . I had three showers and sent out the notes for the first one pretty quickly but have since faltered.
3. My husband will probably be sneaking drinks in L&D. No way he's making it through all the blood and schmutz without some help. I can only imagine the look he would give me if I tried to stop him from drinking starting like, now. Not saying he wouldn't maybe do it at some point if I told him I felt strongly but he would not be pleased.
On the cervix checks- From what my OBGYN told me last pregnancy, they have a tendency to hurt if the cervix is still hard. The softer the cervix the less pain (supposedly). I can attest to this as my cervix checks got less painful as time went on. So hopefully that helps some of you guys feel better. For me it was uncomfortable and it makes you want to squirm but it isn't THAT bad. My doctor had short fingers which was not helpful.
A very random, random. I have no appetite anymore. Like none. But today, a brownie was just too yummy looking not to eat. I know feel terrible, like I'm going to vomit. So ready to get this baby out!!!
I had my second cervical check today and it didn't hurt. Phew! All I felt was pressure this time. She said my cervix was in a different position last week so that could be why it hurt so bad. I'm bleeding again but I can handle that. I'm sorry if I scared anyone about their check!
I had my second cervical check today and it didn't hurt. Phew! All I felt was pressure this time. She said my cervix was in a different position last week so that could be why it hurt so bad. I'm bleeding again but I can handle that. I'm sorry if I scared anyone about their check!
I have decided to opt out of my 36 week check. Lol...
I had my second cervical check today and it didn't hurt. Phew! All I felt was pressure this time. She said my cervix was in a different position last week so that could be why it hurt so bad. I'm bleeding again but I can handle that. I'm sorry if I scared anyone about their check!
I have decided to opt out of my 36 week check. Lol...
Haha I honestly don't blame you! I'm 37 weeks now. The 36 week check was the one that hurt!
A very random, random. I have no appetite anymore. Like none. But today, a brownie was just too yummy looking not to eat. I know feel terrible, like I'm going to vomit. So ready to get this baby out!!!
This is so me. I have a cup of coffee and a string cheese in the morning (only thing I can stomach) and that usually holds me over until about 3 pm and DH gets home at 3:30 and starts cooking dinner around 5:00 to eat at 5:30-6:00 so I usually just wait. So done.
@virginiaunicorn11 thanks for posting that - I didn't know, and I'm not even an FTM! (I feel like we probably did that a few times before it started cooling down, too. With these july kids, we'll have months of hot weather this time so I'm very happy I read this article!)
I have not done much to prepare for baby yet We have most things, they are just in the basement. The bassinet still needs assembled. I am 35 wks and baby has dropped. I know in my head that this doesn't mean anything really, but can't help but feel like I need to panic and get things together. I keep trying to tell myself the facts.
@WeddingNotes13 I haven't done much either. I'm hoping the influx of baby stuff at my shower tomorrow will motivate me to get moving. Also me working 3 jobs will finally go down to 1 on Wednesday, that will certainly help.
Push comes to shove, a newborn doesn't need much and the hospital gives you a lot.
I'm still a little confused about covering the baby. wouldn't being in the shade help to cool down the temperature inside anyway? I don't like the idea of wrapping a cloth so tightly over the stroller or seat but a light breathable cover should work... no? Please correct me if I'm missing something!
I'm still a little confused about covering the baby. wouldn't being in the shade help to cool down the temperature inside anyway? I don't like the idea of wrapping a cloth so tightly over the stroller or seat but a light breathable cover should work... no? Please correct me if I'm missing something!
I assume its similar to carrying an umbrella vs. Wearing a long sleeved shirt. Both provide sun protection, but you're going to be a heck of a lot warmer wrapped in fabric.
Highly monitored internet and no cell service in the office, so I'm postin' and ghostin' while I'm workin'
Hmm yeah I suppose. Personally, I do feel much cooler with a fully covered top (breezy, not fitted) vs when my skin is in direct contact with the sun!
Either way it's not that serious I can easily make sure to be in the shade as much as possible! I also plan on getting those hand held Battery operated fans because they are LIFE!
Completely covered, even with a breathable fabric will make the baby hotter and will prevent proper air flow.
...and now for something completely off topic because this is the random thread. My shower is tomorrow and I can't decide which dress I want to wear. My DH's favorite is currently the red one but I'm still not sure. Your opinions are very much appreciated, thank you in advance!
Re: Randoms 6/18-6/24
ETA: @notachanski I can only hope that maybe that was the reason lol
Married: Oct 2015
Baby G born June 2017
TTC#2: July 2018
BFP #2: 2/6/19 MC 3/14/19
BFP#3 from IUI #2: 6/30/20 EDD 3/9/21
Thanks for putting that fear in my head, mom!
Married 8 years - Aug 23/08
DD - 6 years old, March 17/11
#2 due July 19th! (It's a boy!)
2. Thank you notes + sobriety =
3. My husband will probably be sneaking drinks in L&D. No way he's making it through all the blood and schmutz without some help. I can only imagine the look he would give me if I tried to stop him from drinking starting like, now. Not saying he wouldn't maybe do it at some point if I told him I felt strongly but he would not be pleased.
From what my OBGYN told me last pregnancy, they have a tendency to hurt if the cervix is still hard. The softer the cervix the less pain (supposedly). I can attest to this as my cervix checks got less painful as time went on. So hopefully that helps some of you guys feel better. For me it was uncomfortable and it makes you want to squirm but it isn't THAT bad. My doctor had short fingers which was not helpful.
https://blogs.babycenter.com/mom_stories/the-dangerous-stroller-mistake-most-parents-make/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialwf
I'm sorry if I scared anyone about their check!
I have decided to opt out of my 36 week check. Lol...
We have most things, they are just in the basement. The bassinet still needs assembled. I am 35 wks and baby has dropped. I know in my head that this doesn't mean anything really, but can't help but feel like I need to panic and get things together. I keep trying to tell myself the facts.
Push comes to shove, a newborn doesn't need much and the hospital gives you a lot.
wouldn't being in the shade help to cool down the temperature inside anyway? I don't like the idea of wrapping a cloth so tightly over the stroller or seat but a light breathable cover should work... no?
Please correct me if I'm missing something!
Highly monitored internet and no cell service in the office, so I'm postin' and ghostin' while I'm workin'
Personally, I do feel much cooler with a fully covered top (breezy, not fitted) vs when my skin is in direct contact with the sun!
Either way it's not that serious I can easily make sure to be in the shade as much as possible! I also plan on getting those hand held Battery operated fans because they are LIFE!
...and now for something completely off topic because this is the random thread.
My shower is tomorrow and I can't decide which dress I want to wear. My DH's favorite is currently the red one but I'm still not sure. Your opinions are very much appreciated, thank you in advance!
Married: Oct 2015
Baby G born June 2017
TTC#2: July 2018
BFP #2: 2/6/19 MC 3/14/19
BFP#3 from IUI #2: 6/30/20 EDD 3/9/21