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April 2018 Moms
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Monday Ticker Change 12/4
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1. How many weeks along are you? How big is baby?
2. How are you feeling lately?
3. Any appointments coming up?
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
2. How are you feeling lately?
3. Any appointments coming up?
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
Re: Monday Ticker Change 12/4
21 Weeks baby is the size of an endive or carrot.
2. How are you feeling lately?
I have been sick the past week but that's not baby related. Really hoping this head cold clears up soon because it really makes working and sleeping difficult.
3. Any appointments coming up?
Had my A/S last Thursday and everything came back great! Don't have my next appointment until the end of the month and I think I just pee in a cup.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
Two weeks of work and then two weeks off! I'm excited to have another break but I'm also somewhat nervous because my in-laws are coming to stay with us for 3 weeks. I like my in-laws and really have nothing negative to say about them but I also don't really know them very well. My husband video chats with them every weekend but I have only met them in person twice... once when my husband and I spent a week at their house two years ago and then a week when they came out for our wedding. So this is going to be the longest stretch of time we are all in the same place. It will be nice to have our first visitors since we have moved to TX though and to be around family for the holidays.
On a different note, I forced my husband to do a photo shoot at home last night for our Christmas cards and I think they turned out pretty cute. This is one of the pictures I took for the card:
I spent way too much money! My H let me buy a Microsoft Surface which we got a really good deal on but definitely wasn't in the budget lol We desperately needed a new computer though and I have wanted a Surface since they first came out so I'm pretty excited about that. I also bought the floral decals I have been wanting for the baby nursery as well as some maternity clothes.
20 weeks Banana
2. How are you feeling lately?
Nausea let up this week, but had a bit of an emotional breakdown on Friday and had like 4 full on crying spurts. I haven't cried really at all or been really anything but irritated. I think all the emotions just kinda came out at once. I feel great now!
3. Any appointments coming up?
Not until after Christmas
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
Bought our first couple of boy outfits and I was probably way overly excited!
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
I didn't do much shopping, but I did get a covered goods cover for nursing/carseat that I am very excited about!
21 weeks; size of an endive
2. How are you feeling lately?
Not bad...a few ups and downs. I went from loose stools one day to complete opposite the next and it makes me very nervous about my shortening cervix because I'm having to strain. It doesnt matter what I do/take, nothing helps. I drink so much water, its not even funny. I think inactivity (mandatory) has a lot to do with it.
I've also been getting gas pains in my upper back which hurt like a mother.
3. Any appointments coming up?
Thursday I have another cervix check. Nervous about the straining and sneezing, but I really dont know what else to do. Going to try acupuncture today and see how that goes.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
Sticking with the time off theme, DH told me he has a lot of hours to use before the end of the year or he'll lose them. I really want some time off, but having to stay off my feet has me very limited. I dont want to waste money and my PTO on a vacation where we just go and sit somewhere....no drinking, no hottubs, no hiking/sightseeing or activities....I'm just flat out boring right now lol. I told him to find something he wants to do and just go do it.
Another rant...I'm getting REALLY sick of other parents telling me to "just wait" when their kid is acting like the devil...as if 1) I have no idea what I'm getting myself into and 2) their kids behavior is acceptable. I know mine is going to give me problems and will in no way be perfect, but when you literally let your kids run all over you and you enforce ZERO rules, that's not "just being a kid". That is enablement and I'm so over them looking at me and saying "just wait, you're next." F you and your kid. Sorry...rant over.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
I didn't really do Black Friday and the things I bought on Cyber Monday weren't anything great. I did buy a few things from Motherhood to add to my winter wardrobe for pretty cheap. However, Bath & Body had their annual candle sale on Saturday...$8.95/candle and with my $10 off, I got a bunch of candles for really cheap!
@scuba_chic uh I hate that as well with parents telling you to just wait. Not ever kid is the same and not every parenting style is the same. I hate how people assume their experience is like every ones else. Sure it's great to give advice based on your own experience but doesn't mean it's the same for everyone.
1. How many weeks along are you? How big is baby?
23 weeks! Baby is the size of a grapefruit OR the fertility idol from Indiana Jones.
2. How are you feeling lately?
ok, just uncomfortable. Back hurts and not enjoying the random BH that pop up randomly.
3. Any appointments coming up?
not until next week
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
DD went poopy in the potty this weekend!!!!!! then of course a few hours later pooped in her pants but hopefully that was a fluke.
Also excited for the time off for this month I pretty much have a least 1 day off for the rest of the month. So it will be nice to not have on a alarm. Looking forward to tomorrow i'm off work (IT'S MY BIRTHDAY) and I'm going to the outlet mall with my mom and MIL to buy baby clothes and maybe a coach purse.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
didn't really find anything just a few toys for DD.
22 weeks, size of an ear of corn
2. How are you feeling lately?
I'm so cranky and uncomfortable. The hormones kicked up a notch or something this weekend and my emotions have been all over the place. Baby is jumping up and down on my bladder, BH are bugging me, my back hurts, I'm exhausted, and I caught DH's freaking cold. Debbie Downer right here, folks.
3. Any appointments coming up?
Not soon but I did get my GD screening scheduled for 3 weeks from now and I'm irrationally nervous about it.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
On the one hand, I can't believe there are still 18 weeks to go and I'm already this uncomfortable. On the other hand, I can't believe there are only 18 weeks to go and I haven't done anything to prepare for this baby.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
I snagged a Kate Spade tote for $140 which basically made my whole month better. I kinda failed on shopping for anyone else; I just didn't think any deals were that great.
@Dumbgurl04 Happy birthday! Mine was Friday Dec 1st.
1. How many weeks along are you? How big is baby?
23 weeks, size of a grapefruit
2. How are you feeling lately?
Feeling fine overall. We drove home from Florida to New Jersey (14.5 hrs) and experienced my feet swelling for the first time this pregnancy.
3. Any appointments coming up?
Check up today and ultrasound next Tuesday to check on the placenta previa
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
We were in Disney all week and now I'm even more exhausted and need another vacation! Too hot and crowded.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
I bought some diapers, wipes, and my dad's xmas gift on cyber Monday.
Married April 9, 2011
TTC since October 2011
Me 34, DH 40
IUI #5 w/ Tamoxifen+Ovidrel+Acupuncture Oct 24, 2014-->BFP!!! EDD July 17, 2015. Panorama=low risk...and it's a GIRL!
DD born July 10, 2015
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Trying for baby #2!
IUI #1 w/ Tamoxifen+Ovidrel+Acupuncture July 10, 2017-->BFP!!! EDD Apr 2, 2018. Panorama=low risk...and another GIRL!
1. How many weeks along are you? How big is baby?
21 - cantaloupe or endive (those seem pretty different)
2. How are you feeling lately?
Pretty good, the usual tiredness that hits me every night at 6/7, extra emotional and moody.
3. Any appointments coming up?
Regular MW appt next week
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
We are going through inspection resolution stuff with our new house, and it's stressful. Sigh I just want to close and be done with hit. But assuming we get the house, we aren't moving in until end of Feb.,so that will be terrible. hah!
One week down without me spilling the beans on the baby's sex to my DH. It's actually not that hard because it's so on my mind, but I'm sure I'll slip up, so I randomly use both pronouns here and there.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
You guys. I splurged and bought these pajamas at destination maternity when they were 40% off. I am going to live in these suckers for the next year, hah. They are SO soft and roomy so they fit the belly for now. I mostly got them to have easy access PJs for nursing in the hospital and afterward, but they fit great now. They are even long enough for my 5'9' limbs. Love.
I also got some gap fit maternity shirts which are pretty good, and some gifts for the fam.
@scuba_chic fx you have a good cervix check! I'm so sorry you have to deal with all the emotions that come with it.
@Dumbgurl04 yay for pooping in the potty! We've been trying to 'potty train' DD and it's been a lot of work. She does good when we take her (every single hour of the day) but she has yet to tell us she has to go potty.
1. How many weeks along are you? How big is baby? 23 weeks!
2. How are you feeling lately? I feel pretty good. Short of breath sometimes but overall can't complain.
3. Any appointments coming up? I have one on the 26th. It's my glucose test.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions? I'm just a little annoyed with myself that I'm gaining like 2 pounds a week the past 3 weeks. I try not to complain about weight because it's a sensitive topic. I'm a little overweight to begin with so I'm really trying to be more careful of what I eat. I told myself I wouldn't gain as much as last pregnancy because I never lost all of it and I'm on my way to gaining that and more. I guess I'm more angry at myself for feeling this way when I've wanted this pregnancy for so long.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week? I bought myself another pair of maternity jeans and a nice sweater from Motherhood Maternity that I can wear at Christmas. I didn't really shop that much. I have too many things I want to buy already I'm just spacing it out so it doesn't seem like a lot.
2. How are you feeling lately? Pretty good generally but I've got a cold... thanks kids!
3. Any appointments coming up? Not this week, I've got one next.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions? Just whining about my cold. SO.MUCH.MUCOUS.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week? I didn't score any deals really. I took advantage of Target's 15% off day on Monday, but most of that stuff was overpriced to begin with lol. At least I got DS's decoration and gift for his 3rd birthday party this month!
DS: EDD, December 19th, 2014. Born, December 19th, 2014!
DD: EDD, July 18th, 2016. Born, July 19th, 2016!
Baby #3: EDD, April 16th, 2016
@JJMNO1616 I hope you're feeling better soon! The picture is cute!
1. How many weeks along are you? How big is baby?
19, mango
2. How are you feeling lately?
Good, can't complain!
3. Any appointments coming up?
We had our anatomy scan this morning, everything looks great and we confirmed we're having a girl! I have a regular check up next week.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
Rant: My in laws arrive on Thursday and we've only got one gift for them so far. I try to put this on DH to come up with ideas, but of course we're getting their shopping done at the last minute (we're doing Christmas with them this weekend since we're not traveling to see them this year).
Rave: I'm excited to buy some girl clothes now that our anatomy scan confirmed we're having a girl
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
I got an ipad and a fitbit charge 2. Both are things I've been looking at for a while, I'm glad I got them at a discounted price!
I got myself a surface pro in July and I loveee it. Only downside is I did have a hard drive failure randomly with my first one but it was still under warranty /backed up so it wasn't the end of the world. Still love it as a tablet/computer !
@scuba_chic good luck at your appointment !
@StephieMK Hope Disney was awesome. I was at the safari park and just the couple hours we were there I was pretty pooped. My parents are treating us to a trip to Disneyland and I'm super excited / a little nervous as to how tired I'll get and how quickly haha.
@Scuba_chic we had the same vacation day struggle too. DH had use or lose for the end of the year and mine rolls over so I'm saving it for maternity leave. He decided to take a few days here and there and just play hooky-extra time at thanksgiving, a day for his birthday, a day for our anniversary, a day to wrap presents/hang with the kids, etc. Also, as a mom of 2 that probably does the whole 'just you wait' I really can't stand it! I try SO HARD not to do it. Let's be honest, kids, especially toddlers, are little shits. BUT, IMO, you need to say/do something to try and redirect them. Letting them continue unabated as though their behavior is acceptable will create longer term issues. I don't even necessarily think the kid needs to be punished, especially if they are super young, as much as explained that the behavior isn't acceptable.
@Dumbgurl04 YAY! Congrats on DD's pooping!!
@mountainsmama so you found out the sex and DH is staying team green?! That's intense... lol good luck!
@mispanda, I'm with you on the weight gain. I've gained much more much faster this pregnancy than my other two... I just keep reminding myself that I'm joining weight watchers when the baby comes and I've had great success on that program. I'm hoping my gain levels off and my body is just front-loading the weight...
Ugh you all made me realize that I don't have an outfit or sweater for Christmas.... blargh.
DS: EDD, December 19th, 2014. Born, December 19th, 2014!
DD: EDD, July 18th, 2016. Born, July 19th, 2016!
Baby #3: EDD, April 16th, 2016
22 weeks-coconut! Holy moly!
2. How are you feeling lately?
Really good! No more napping mid day and nothing I can really complain about.
*knock on wood* this has been a fairly easy endeavor for me and am interested to see what the rest of this pregnancy holds!
3. Any appointments coming up?
Check up Thursday. Going over some bloodwork and my A/S results (finally!).
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
I work part time as a math tutor -makes good money, and essentially have kind of started my own business. It's awesome that I've been able to do this and the work pretty much makes itself from word of mouth. However, I'm struggling during the holidays with cancellations and obviously students being busy with break and stuff but I definitely need to find a way to keep doing this without coming up short income wise during busy holiday months! Definitely a combo rave and rant this week!
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
DF and I bought a new 4k UHD TV and PlayStation 4. We upgraded from a not smart TV and an X box 360. Last big purchase on ourselves before baby comes for sure ! I also got some bras from motherhood during their sale because I have finally totally outgrown my old ones !
21 weeks; endive
2. How are you feeling lately?
Other than being a little more tired than normal, I'm feeling really good.
3. Any appointments coming up?
Anatomy scan last week (we're having a girl!!!!). Thursday is my first group appointment at my midwife practice. Not sure quite what to expect...maybe a cross between a support group and a regular check up. I missed the first two meetings because I switched insurance in November. Anyone else doing this?
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
Other than stupid work stuff, I've got nothing to rant about this week. Yay for 9 more days until winter break!
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
I didn't do a ton of shopping, but I did get score some free stuff on my Buy Nothing group including a like new Tula carrier and a Rock n' Play.
@thisgirlagain - I had way more emotional "episodes" a few months ago. They were pretty stressful. I'm glad you're feeling better.
@scuba_chic - sorry to hear you're dealing with this. FX for some good news on Thursday so you can relax a bit.
@Dumbgurl04 - Happy Birthday!!!
@mountainsmama - I hope all your house stuff goes smoothly. Buying a house/moving is so stressful! We're starting to pack and I just want to avoid it all.
@irenejean - Yay for little girl clothes shopping! I'm trying not to get ALL THE PINK.
21 weeks!
2. How are you feeling lately?
I’m pretty comfortable and loving the stronger/more frequent kicks.
3. Any appointments coming up?
I have a check up tomorrow—probably nothing exciting.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
We took our toddler to her first movie yesterday—Coco! It was seriously the best Disney movie I’ve seen. I was ugly crying the whole time. And DD was soooo good! I’m ecstatic to be able to go to the movies again.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
@JJMNO1616 I went a little overboard too. Originally our plan was to space out buying new baby items, but most of the bigger items we wanted were on sale so we went for it. We got a double stroller, swing, and bassinet.
@StephieMK we’re going to Disney for Christmas! I’m also a little worried it will be too much. Any tips for Disney while pregnant?
@Dumbgurl04yay for going on the potty!!!
1. How many weeks along are you? How big is baby?
21 weeks. It is the size of a banana or ball cap!
2. How are you feeling lately?
I am feeling pretty good, my lower back has been hurting alot still, but I feel like that will be the whole time.
3. Any appointments coming up?
We had our anatomy scan last week and ITS A BOY! yay. But, we did find out I have SUA (Single Umbillical Artery) So, with that, I will have many more ultrasounds then just the normal 20 week and done because they have to measure growth. There was also a EIF (Echogenic Intracardiac Appearance) they found. It is only a soft marker, so hopefully it's nothing. But the % is higher to have cardiac problems with a SUA, so I am a little worried. My doctor was VERY adamant not to worry, but...you know. Anyway, I have an appointment tomorrow at 8am to get a more in dept ultrasound of the baby's heart! I am getting super anxious about going and just want it over with and hopefully everything turns out fine!
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
Nothing much other then what I just talked about. Anyone else have news on their ultrasounds they weren't expecting? RAVE THOUGH, my friend going through IVF is pregnant now
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
I didn't really see any that screamed at me.I did get one christmas present on cyber monday for my brother, but nothing too exciting.
@kaymaroo @scuba_chic I totally agree that STM+s can be so annoying with the "just you wait" stuff. I got so annoyed by people telling me that I'd never sleep again, sleep while you can, etc., when I was pregnant, particularly because third trimester sleep SUCKED for me. That being said, I agree that you can't judge a parent by the behavior of their child in one instance without more context. Parenting is hard, toddlers are psychopaths, and so many of the parenting things I said I'd "never do" went out the window the moment I found myself desperately trying to calm a crazy toddler in a nice restaurant or a quiet airplane.
@keeksie84 Congratulations on your baby girl! I hope your group appointment goes well. I don't have experience with it, but I'd love to hear how it goes. It sounds like an interesting concept!
@priestess619 It sounds like you got some nice things on Black Friday! Hoping you get some more tutoring appointments this month.
1. How many weeks along are you? How big is baby? 20 weeks.. halfway there! Baby is the size of a banana.
2. How are you feeling lately? I've been feeling fairly well! I'm having difficulties going without food for more than a few hours because I start to feel lightheaded and "off".. Standing for longer periods also makes this happen. I haven't been sleeping as well, but I think it's mostly due to being excited by baby kicking in the evening.
3. Any appointments coming up? Thursday is our A/S. I am so excited to see baby and hear how they are doing. Praying everything looks good! I will be spending the next few days trying to convince my husband we should find out the sex.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions? I just finished up my hardest semester in nursing school today so that feels like a huge accomplishment. I cannot wait to spend the month getting some of the nursery done and being a normal human for awhile.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week? I bought a few things off of Carter's, although they always have sales going on. I bought two sleep sacks, a sweatshirt, fleece outfit for the winter, and a lamb onesie.
20 weeks! Halfway there happy dance!!
2. How are you feeling lately?
I’ve had a headache for two solid weeks now
3. Any appointments coming up?
Anatomy scan on Thursday morning! I’m so excited/anxious.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
Rant re: anatomy scan... it’s a long story, but basically my SIL is having a boy early next year and has managed to cause so much drama about baby names. The thing I hate most is I just know her anger and/or relief will be the second thought in my mind right after “omg” when I find out the sex. She has somehow managed to make my pregnancy all about her! Ugh.
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
I was super disappointed this year! I didn’t find any deals that seemed worth it. Glad to see some other ladies did find good stuff!!
@Dumbgurl04 Hope you have a great birthday tomorrow!
@mountainsmama That's so funny you know the sex and your H doesn't. My husband wanted to be team Green and I forced him to find out with me. There's no way he wouldn't have known with how I want to decorate the nursery and stuff.
@irenejean So happy to hear your A/S went well!
@itsrandiyo I'm sorry to hear the appointment didn't go exactly as hoped but I'm glad they are getting you in so quickly to check out the heart. Also, super exciting news for your friend! I'm sure you are so happy for her.
@Puddlewonderful Is she trying to claim a name or something?
I think I mentioned a few weeks back that she started this weekly text thread with a list of names we were all supposed to guess/vote and once a week she cuts a name from the list. So I was already pissed by that because it comes off as basically laying claim to all 25ish names. Anyway over thanksgiving she texted me and asked if we were planning on sharing our name before the baby is born and if so if it was one of the names on her list. I’ll admit she may have asked because I casually mentioned we already had names picked out, just to mess with her mind (vindictive, I know). So I responded we would probably share, and that yes it was a name on her list but we were perfectly fine with the kids having the same name if it was both of our picks. We live in the same general area but only see each other about 4-5 times a year, so it really doesn’t seem like a big issue to us. Annoying yes, but not a reason to walk away from a name we love.
The next day my brother confronted me (with whole family present, if not listening) that she was very upset about the prospect of the babies having the same name and I needed to just tell them our name now. This is 10 days before our AS when we’ll know if it’s even an issue. So, having had enough of their utter BS, I told them they could wait 10 days and we would discuss it then.
Sigh. Writing it all out makes me even more mad. I cannot believe their amazing ability to make everything in life completely about them.
The boy name is John with nn Jack. They have John on their list but apparently her grandfather was Jack so there’s a real possibility it’ll be same name right down to the nickname. She specifically asked in her text if our name was on their list including nn so that makes me think that’s it (esp. since Jack was her mom’s guess on the group text thread).
22 weeks - coconuts
2. How are you feeling lately?
Generally good, biggest complaint is being really uncomfortable.
3. Any appointments coming up?
Thursday with OB. Will discuss AS results.
4. Rants, Raves, Questions?
We went to Wisconsin for the weekend (MH lived there 15 years and still very close to some friends). The couple we always stay with had BD party for their 4yo, then we went to Christmas parade. Everyone got back to the house, and they started pulling out baby gifts, including a RNP for each baby! Wonderful surprise
5. What were your best Black Friday/Cyber Monday finds last week?
Bought combo single cup coffee maker/carafe brewer for a little over half price. DH thinks it might be nice to get a quick cup of coffee when babies are up in the night
@scuba_chic - good luck at your appointment tomorrow! Will YH be more stressed out being away from work or can he shut it off?
@Dumbgurl04 - Happy birthday tomorrow! And yay for your D pooping in the potty!
@itsrandiyo - what is SUA? Little boy had the same thing noted during our AS. At Thanksgiving, DH’s cousin (high risk OB nurse at Mayo) said it’s nothing to worry about. Hopefully your US tomorrow gives you good news/reassurance.
@Puddlewonderful - I remember you sharing the SIL story... Total BS they have tried to claim so many names, especially since your due dates are fairly close. Also crappy your brother made a big deal pushing the subject around family. Hope everything shakes out!
DS: EDD, December 19th, 2014. Born, December 19th, 2014!
DD: EDD, July 18th, 2016. Born, July 19th, 2016!
Baby #3: EDD, April 16th, 2016