Group 1 Check-in (Aug 1-7) w/o 02/24

BigBadWolf12 · February 2019

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days:

Baby is the size of a(n):

Upcoming Appointments:

How are you feeling?:

Rants/Raves:

Questions:

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY)

BigBadWolf12 · February 2019

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days: 16 weeks today. Aug 4th

Baby is the size of a(n): dill pickle or avocado

Upcoming Appointments: a/s in 3 weeks tomorrow! Finally get to see baby for the first time

How are you feeling?: good

Rants/Raves: I just want my bump to pop already. Dh and I can tell but I want to stop looking chubby to the rest of the world 😂

Questions: is anyone else doing a delayed sex reveal? Like, you want to find out but not in the office? How are you doing it and are you doing it just with your partner or also with others?
We are making lupus and mustaches on sticks and getting the tech to put them in the right envelopes so we open the right envelope and it tells us while we skype families. I've been thinking a lot about it lately and just decided yesterday. Cheap, simple, good for skype and us finding out at the same time as our families, good for an announcement pic after (we aren't announcing publicly until after the scan), and it can go directly in the scrapbook later

all of those were important to me lol.

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY) 2...not superstitious really, but I do like to get spooked by ghost stories and the like every now and then

hillaryo14 · February 2019

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days:
8/5 15w6d
Baby is the size of a(n):
Naval orange
Upcoming Appointments:
This Friday, I have a check-in with my regular OB and toward the end of March, I have the anatomy scan with the specialist.
How are you feeling?:
Overwhelmed

On Friday, we got a diagnosis of Down syndrome for our little man.

Rants/Raves:
I give my family, friends, and coworkers lots of credit for being so supportive of our journey into the unknown (see spoiler) and how ready they are to help us the best they can.
Questions:

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY)
5, but it depends on the superstition.

newmamakt · February 2019

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days:
8/5 15+6

Baby is the size of a(n):
jar of Nutella

Upcoming Appointments:
I scheduled a 4D ultrasound for Saturday so we can find out the sex. I couldn’t wait until my 21 week ultrasound to find out!

How are you feeling?:
I thought I was over all the puking but Friday night proved me wrong. Other than that still tired but overall OK

Rants/Raves:
My husbands company is closing in September and it’s just been really stressful trying to figure out what he’s going to do.

Questions:
none right now

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY)
probably a 3

minney1991 · February 2019

EST due date/weeks: 8/2 16 wks 2 days

Baby is the size of an: avocado

Upcoming Appointments: 3 weeks for check up

How are you feeling?: not too bad a little tired but better than 1st trimester

Rants/Raves: I want the bump to pop too! My husband and I see it but no one else can tell.

Questions: none

GTKY: superstitious: hmm, I’d say a 2.

mkrel · February 2019

@BigBadWolf12 I love your gender reveal idea.

@hillaryo14 Was the diagnosis confirmed through an amnio or cvs? I'm sure that the news was very overwhelming. From what I have seen there are SO many support groups for pregnancy and raising a child with Down's syndrome. I'm so glad that your friends and family are being supportive, and I hope that we can all be an extra source of support for you as well.

@newmamakt I hope your husband can find something soon so that you're not waiting in limbo, especially right after having a new baby!

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days: 8/3 16+2

Baby is the size of a(n): Avocado

Upcoming Appointments: Anatomy scan is scheduled for 3/18

How are you feeling?: Ok. My daughter and I both had the flu last week, so I'm finally feeling better from that. This pregnancy has been a lot harder than my first, and I just want to feel normal again!

Rants/Raves: See above

Questions: Nope

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY): 2-3?

nimo-ad · February 2019

@BigBadWolf12 what a brilliant idea! I'm thinking of having it written and put in an envelope, then going to a baby store, pick out 4 outfits (expecting twins) and have any 2 separately wrapped depending on the sex (without peeking 😁), then have a reveal with DH later that evening..he is not sold on the idea,he just wants to know immediately, still trying to arm twist him into agreeing

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days: 16W

Baby is the size of a(n): Avocado

Upcoming Appointments: Regular appointment with OB 3/7 and A/S 2 weeks after

How are you feeling?: Much better..still nauseous but much better

Rants/Raves:

Questions: Anyone else not working out? I am seriously starting to feel guilty about not getting any done 😭

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? A 6 perhaps

moon1417 · February 2019

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days: 16w3d 8/2

Baby is the size of a(n): Avacado again or Dill Pickle. I am lost with these fruits/veggies because last week ovia said the size of an Avacado but is now Dill Pickle.. to me a Dill pickle is smaller than an avocado.. but what do I know.. And the Bump says Avacado this week. IDK! the stresss lol

Upcoming Appointments: 2/28 then I hope to schedule my anatomy scan and fetal echo!

How are you feeling?: Yesterday was the best day I have had YET so I'm super hopeful this nausea is gone. but DDs poop still grosses me out so probably not.

Rants/Raves: Yesterday I did EVERY piece of laundry I own and put it all away. I'm a put a load in the dryer and pull my stuff out throughout the week kind of person -- maybe that's a FFFC -- but it feels so good to have everything organized again. AND I made the bed this morning. WHO AM I?

Questions:

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY) um probably a 5ish. sometimes I knock on wood..

cmessamore · February 2019

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days: 8/6 15w6d

Baby is the size of a(n): Jar of Nutella!

Upcoming Appointments: Ultrasound on Wednesday to measure my cervical length! Really excited to see my LO again and to see how my cervix is starting out this pregnancy.

How are you feeling?: tired today, I didn’t sleep well last night, but otherwise I’m doing okay!

Rants/Raves: None. Things are going pretty smooth currently!

Questions: None.

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY)

Probably a 5. I’m selectively superstitious.

I don’t worry about a black cat, but I won’t purposefully walk under a ladder.

becks68 · February 2019

@hillaryo14 sending you love and support, and no matter what you are feeling.. please don’t be too hard on yourself

EST Due Date: 16w - 8/5

Baby is the size of an: Avocado

Upcoming appointments: 2/21 for a second blood draw related to the integrated tests (NT and neuro disorders)

how are you feeling: My stomach has been achy, not sure if it’s what I’ve been eating or just round ligament pain, or just everything being squashed together in a small space. Otherwise, most of my first trimester symptoms have subsided and I’ve got that fear I’m feeling “too good”...

Rants/Raves: With everyone on the waiting for my bump to pop train, but given my tilted uterus and long torso (still remember the woman at the ballet apparel store when i was 13 or so telling me that I’ll never make it as a dancer because of my torso to limb proportions...) I’m guessing I’ll probably be waiting a while for a proper bump.

GTYK: probably a 6, I blame my Eastern European roots

BigBadWolf12 · February 2019

@nimo-ad thanks

we did the outfit thing for DS. It was fun! I hope your h decides to go for it

wabash15 · February 2019

@hillaryo14 That is a lot to take in. I am not well versed in the subject but can the tell how affected a baby will be prior to birth? You and your family are in my thoughts as you adjust to your new reality. At least there are so many more resources available these days. hugs.
@nimo-ad I did not work out much when I was pregnant with twins... hell a flight of stairs was enough to make me have to sit down. I did do some prenatal yoga and that was helpful just to keep me limber and moving. Don't feel guilty, growing 2 at once is no joke.

newmamakt · February 2019

@nimo-ad I’m not working out at all and I feel 0 guilt about it

nimo-ad · February 2019

@newmamakt @wabash15 that does make me feel better.. thanks ladies ❤️ I'll try check out some prenatal yoga videos and see if I'm up to it

hillaryo14 · February 2019

@mkrel there was a high chance from the NIPT and ultrasound showed multiple markers. I decided it wasn't worth the increased risk of miscarriage to get the amnio because its certain it is Downs, especially after they told us the risk of mc is increased to 30% throughout the pregnancy already with Downs. I can still get an amnio in the future if I decide to.
@wabash15 I am a total novice in this area, but I don't think there is a way to tell the extent at this point, since a lot of the issues have to do with vision, hearing, and cognitive abilities. I will meet with a cardiologist later on in the pregnancy to determine if he has any heart issues that would show up during pregnancy.

Thank you all so much for your kind words and thoughts. I truly appreciate it!

nimo-ad · February 2019

@hillaryo14 sending hugs to you and your precious little champ ❤️ I'm glad you have such a wonderful circle around you

bluebonnet15 · February 2019

@BigBadWolf12 I'm not a very patient person, so I could not do a delayed sex reveal, but your idea sounds super cute!

@hillaryo14 So wonderful that you have a support system. I can't imagine how tough all the not knowing and unanswered questions are.

@mkrel So many people seem to have the flu right now. Hope you're back to 100% very, very soon!

@nimo-ad You can do it! Start with a long walk. Or an easy yoga flow on youtube like others suggested?

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days: Aug 2/ 16w4d

Baby is the size of a(n): Avocado

Upcoming Appointments: Check-up yesterday. Heard the heartbeat and it sounded great. Anatomy scan on March 13th

How are you feeling?: Good. I can definitely tell that I'm getting bigger. Tiredness seems to be getting better.

Rants/Raves: I had President's Day off work and made dumplings with two friends. It was super fun. Looking forward to a short work week!

Questions: Nope.

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY)
About sports, very probably an 8. If I've worn a shirt to watch my Gators and they've lost, then I can't wear it again that season.

olivemomma · February 2019

@hillaryo14 creepy internet hugs to your sweet little man and his momma!

Resa77063 · February 2019

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days: 16wks +3days; Due Aug 3rd

Baby is the size of a(n): Navel Orange

Upcoming Appointments: Today

How are you feeling?: Other than extreme hip pain in the mornings, I feel pretty good. I think it's a combination of our old bed and the growing baby...and me just being older this time around.

Rants/Raves: My doctor has decided that it would be good for me to start progesterone shots, due to pre-term labor with my other pregnancies. I got the call yesterday, that our out of pocket portion would be $761/mo...yes, a month!!! After talking with the rep on the phone, she finally came out and asked if I wanted to try to qualify for financial relief from the manufacturer...well duh! After answering some questions and realizing we were on the max side of the income requirements, they were still able to get the amount down to $140/mo, but the full $761 would go towards my deductible. So in 3 months I should hit my out of pocket expenses for the year. I was extremely grateful for that, but also still shocked. Had I not complained about the cost, I don't think they would have ever brought up the whole financial relief option. But based on what we pay a month for insurance and what we get, this whole 80/20 formula still seems to be lopsided.

Questions:

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY) I would say a 3-4.

becks68 · February 2019

@Resa77063 wow! Talk about never hurts to ask... thank you, I’m going to remember this the next time I’m facing an insane $ figure for something that sounds compulsory for LO’s (or my) health

Resa77063 · February 2019

@becks68 That's what I'm saying! We've never been put in a position where we had to think twice about paying for a medication, especially one that could potentially be life saving when it comes to LO. I'm grateful and thankful for that, but I know there are plenty of people that do.

nimo-ad · February 2019

@heml thanks for the motivation.. I'll get to it right away 😊

sw1122 · February 2019

@BigBadWolf12 - I love your sex reveal plan. I kind of wish I hadn’t been so impatient and waited for my husband to find out. My doctor told me at my last appointment and she asked if I wanted to call my husband, but I just said that I’d text him afterwards.

Est Due Date / Weeks + Days: 16 wk + 1 day

Baby is the size of a(n): avocado

Upcoming Appointments: next Monday for a regular prenatal

How are you feeling?: good with the exception of the constant peeing. I pee at least 3 times a night and constantly during the day. If I’m peeing this frequently now, I don’t know how I’m going to manage the 3rd trimester.

Rants/Raves:

Questions:

GTKY: on a scale of 1-10 how superstitious are you? (1 not at all, 10 VERY) I’d say about a 3

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