Better than last week for sure! Hopefully turning a corner here with the nausea.
Rants/Raves: i am still not at a point to wear maternity shorts (bought some but just the wrong styles I guess) and just can’t find anything that fits right.
Questions:
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Ohh that’s a tough one! I like them all. Would rather have dessert over anything. Right now I’m in an ice cream phase because it’s been 95 degrees in the south this week.
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): still experiencing some cramping at times, can’t tell if it’s constipation related or round ligament pain. Random bouts of nausea as well. But not too bad
Rants/Raves: rant- I was planning to tell my boss today at work that I’m pregnant but he’s not in the office even though his schedule says he’d be in. Rave- 4 day work week!
Questions: anyone else’s doctor a stickler on the anatomy scan? I asked if I could do mine 3 days early so I’d be 19w4d and because then we could tell our parents the sex when we see them Father’s Day weekend but they said they won’t see you even a day earlier than 20 weeks, blarg.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Probably cheesecake. With brownies as a close second.
@cl4157 I’m in between now too. Nothing fits but def not ready for maternity yet. I was craving ice cream all weekend. Are you a plain flavor or a crazy flavor person for ice cream?
Upcoming Appointments: 6/13, 18 week appt and 1hr GTT
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): still having nausea a few times a week and throwing up every couple weeks. Other than that feeling pretty good.
Rants/Raves: so glad to be home and out of the car today after driving the last 2 days. I have so much to do and all I want to do is nap!
Questions: none
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Ooo tough question. Probably chocolate mousse but rarely have it. Now I want some, yum!
@kopp5988 I didn't get to schedule my anatomy scan - they just sent me a letter saying the date and time. Odd that they won't do it earlier than 20 weeks though, my doctor said anytime between 18-22 weeks was the target.
@cl4157 - glad the nausea is finally getting better.
EDD/Weeks + Days: Nov 8th / 16 w + 4 d
Baby is the size of a(n): Avocado
FTM/STM/TTM+: 3rdTM
Team Finding Out/Blue/Pink/Green: Baby Blue
Upcoming Appointments: This Friday! Before the LONG wait starts all over again haha
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): Good for the most part. I get super random things now. Like woke up after sleeping on my arm and it was asleep for like 10 minutes before I could move it again and now it is like I pinched a nerve or something. Sore but with actual pain. Hopefully I can sleep it off but I have been awake for 6 hours now and no relief. Probably less pregnancy related and more age related though. Oi.
Rants/Raves: Rave -> My in-laws left so I have my house back and I can finally clean up. I get so antsy when things are thrown out of routine. I need my house to be put away or I get twitchy and irritable. Kids toys is one thing, but random things on my kitchen prep space can get me batty.
Questions: This is a 3+ mom question. I will need to get 3 car seats fitted in my minivan next year. Do I put them all side by side or do I bump my then 4 yo to the 3rd row.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Hmmmm I am more a salt girl myself but if I am at Cheesecake Factory the Adams Cheesecake always comes home with me. That peanut butter swirl on top is EVERYTHING. Also, when not pregnant I do a wine instead of dessert.
@kopp5988 My practice is 18-22 weeks, I think that is the ACOG standard. However, I won’t schedule mine before 20 weeks. My first pregnancy we had to repeat the anatomy scan because they couldn’t see everything they needed to at 18 weeks and that was not a fun bill to pay twice.
@kopp5988 both last pregnancy and this pregnancy my regular monthly appointments have fallen right at 18 weeks and thats when they have scheduled the anomaly/anatomy scan for. I actually just left my doctors office and have it scheduled for 4 weeks from now which will be right at 18+3. I wonder if your office thinks its better to make sure baby is bigger and they can get really good measurements maybe? Some places just seem to have arbitrary policies for no known reason.
@cl4157 I'm in the same boat as you with maternity pants/shorts. Only the motherhood work pants fit me right now. Everything else is too big.
@kopp5988 My office schedules anatomy scans anytime between 18 and 20 weeks. I'll be 18+1 at my anatomy scan next week.
@gumby22c 1hr GTT already? I'm dreading the GTT. That gross orange drink gave me the worst headache last time.
EDD/Weeks + Days: November 7, 16+5
Baby is the size of a(n): avocado
FTM/STM/TTM+: STM
Team Finding Out/Blue/Pink/Green: Finding Out!
Upcoming Appointments: Midwife check up on Friday. I also have to go to the lab this week for another blood draw for the second part of the sequential screen/genetic testing. My anatomy scan is next Friday, 6/7.
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): Lots of RLP lately. It's been so much worse this time around. I dread every time I need to sneeze or cough.
Rants/Raves: I'm currently in that super fun stage where I don't fit into my regular clothes and my maternity pants/shorts are too big. Oh and the elastic trick doesn't work anymore either.
Questions: For STM and STM+, have you had more RLP this time around?
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Cheesecake!
Me: 36 DH: 40 Together since 2007 |Married June 2013
TTC #1: June 2015
BFP: 11/9/16 | EDD: 7/22/17
DD born 7/16/17
TTC #2: December 2018 BFP: 2/26/19 | EDD: 11/7/19 DS born 11/3/19
Baby is the size of a(n): Avocado 🥑 (also it's as tall as a Grande iced coffee)
FTM/STM/TTM+: FTM
Team Finding Out/Blue/Pink/Green: Finding out in July!
Upcoming Appointments: June 4 - check up, June 25 - anatomy scan
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): SO moody! But the nausea is mostly gone, which is awesome!
Rants/Raves: I'm joining this "too big for my normal clothes but too small for maternity" club! I have a PT job for the summer where I have to wear jeans and a t-shirt, which is actually the hardest thing to wear at this stage in my pregnancy 🤷
Questions:
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Lemon anything!
@alaluap we're due date buddies! I don't get those sizing things because a grande iced coffee sounds HUGE. @klstone25 I can't believe it's almost time for anatomy scans! Time is flying! @Dancer688 I feel you on the salty preference. I am a salt fiend. @gumby22c all the naps! that's all I want to do. I think my new spirit animal is a koala bc all I want to do is sleep. @kopp5988 what a bummer that the OB is being such a stickler! it would have been fun to know for father's day! @cl4157 I cannot get enough ice cream right now.
EDD/Weeks + Days: Nov 10th / 16w2d
Baby is the size of a(n): Avocado
FTM/STM/TTM+: FTM
Team Finding Out/Blue/Pink/Green: It's a boy!
Upcoming Appointments: This Friday for my monthly appointment
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): Just call me barf queen. Still on that vomit wagon...although now it's only every 2 days instead of every day. I'm also still exhausted. Can't wait to get some energy back.
Rants/Raves: Rave for the 4-day week!! I'm already planning my weekend of sitting by the pool and reading some books.
Questions: None at the moment.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Hmmmm soft serve vanilla ice cream and cheesecake for sure!
Upcoming Appointments: anatomy scan on 6/17 at 20+1
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): exhausted.
Rants/Raves: ugh, been so busy today at work with the holiday yesterday and a ton of interns started today. I help out with that weekly, and today was crazy since they had so many more than usual starting. Its only 1pm and I'm already over it all. Rave, my mom bought me a bunch of maternity clothes this weekend so I am wearing a cute new dress.
Questions:
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Mmmm, so many good ideas here, haha. I'm really into ice cream right now, but my all time favorite is a cheesecake.
@kopp5988 my practice will only see us in a short window around 20w, I think 19w5d- 20w 3 days.
@cl4157 I have yet to find a good pair of maternity shorts.. I'm not really so much of a shorts person anyway, but I'm worried I'll be super hot this summer.
Baby is the size of a(n): Avacado or a can of spam
FTM/STM/TTM+: STM
Team Finding Out/Blue/Pink/Green: on the fence still
Upcoming Appointments: 6/4
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): pretty good actually. Vertigo has stopped, less fatigue.
Rants/Raves: I am so ready for this school year to end! 5 more lectures (per class). I have a lot if prep and admin things to do today and I am just not feeling it!
Questions:
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert. Cheesecake or Carrot cake.
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): RLP, some TERRIBLE sciatic pain, especially in the morning. Like so bad I can barely walk
Rants/Raves: whatever allergies/headcold I have needs to go away because Rave: my mom, daughter and I are having a long weekend at the beach this weekend and I'm so excited. It's a little fishing village I grew up going to.
Questions: none at the moment.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? This is tough...maybe really good key lime pie? Or anything lemon and raspberry.
@klstone25 yea unfortunately. I had GD with my last pregnancy, so I was pleasantly surprised my OB is letting me wait til 18 weeks to take it. I've known people who had to take it in first tri after having GD in the past.
@creamcheeseplease I went shopping for some maternity shorts today. The selection was so limited! I ended up spending way too much on a couple pairs of obviously cheaply made shorts from Motherhood Maternity. Drove me nuts! @kopp5988 How odd that your doctor's office is so specific about dates. It would have been great to know for Father's Day! @cl4157@klstone25@alaluap I just gave up on wearing clothes that are properly fitted. I've been in maternity clothes since week 5 or 6. They are definitely way too loose, but they are so much more comfortable! I can't stand seams or waistbands near my stomach right now. @mc0303 Sorry you're still throwing up I hope it ends soon! @gumby22c I hope your GTT goes well! I really didn't enjoy mine last time around: it made me feel really light-headed.
EDD/Weeks + Days: Nov. 19/ 15 weeks
Baby is the size of a(n): avocado (Seems huge!)
FTM/STM/TTM+: STM
Team Finding Out/Blue/Pink/Green: Finding Out
Upcoming Appointments: Next Wednesday, but I think it is just a routine one, so no ultrasounds or anything fun.
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): I'm still nauseous most of the day every day and dizzy. Still having pretty bad food aversions.
Rants/Raves: Rave: Even though I'm a SAHM, three day weekends are the best! My nausea was pretty awful yesterday, so it was really nice to be able to hang out on the couch and nap while my husband watched our toddler. Rant: I gave MH a list of forty-one names I liked, and he didn't like any of them. He said he might consider a couple as middle names. So frustrating!
Questions:
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Lately, fresh fruit. When I'm not pregnant and having food aversions, anything chocolate!
Upcoming Appointments: US and regular appointment tomorrow.
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): I have been tired the last few days but I have also been doing a lot more. So could just be that I'm on my feet all day.
Rants/Raves: I'm feeling a lot of pressure to get everything done. My time feels like it is slipping away so quickly. I also want to throw a party with all our friends but I'm not sure when that would happen at this point.
Questions:
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Banana pudding, the old fashion kind that my grandmother used to make.
Team Finding Out/Blue/Pink/Green: finding out (if they ever email me!)
Upcoming Appointments: Tomorrow with my ob. She’s a new doctor at my practice but my friend saw her recently and liked her. I usually see midwives, but they didn’t have any openings. It’ll be nice to meet her since she wasn’t there when I had my son.
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): Yesterday I felt great, other than my cough, but today was the worst I’ve felt. I was very dizzy all day and had a hard time doing much of anything. Fingers crossed this isn’t a new symptom.
Rants/Raves: I’m just not in a good mood today between how I’m feeling and life 🙃. I was suppose to hear from MFM regarding my nipt testing today. They said if I did not hear back today, then it would be a whole additional week wait since that means they would need to send another vial of blood to Quest. I had the QNatal test done, any experience with the first vial not working?
Questions: none
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Not pregnant, anything chocolate, but it’s one of those aversions for me so I’ll have to say key lime pie or ice cream!
Upcoming Appointments: just had one Tuesday and glucose test Thursday.
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): much better. Still bouts of fatigue and nausea. Also, I dont recall my hair still falling out this much with my last one.
Rants/Raves: Wish I would have gotten the glucose test done today. I both want it to be normal but also if I am going to have GD I woudl rather know now and start treating it. I guess a wiser more self controlled version of me would just start eating right regardless of the diagnosis. It isnt like eating healthy is going to harm me ...but the only things Ive been raving about lately are the delicious carbs Ive been eating.
Questions: I got my blood drawn for genetic testing today. I completely forgot to mention I dont want to know the babies sex and I didnt even really think about it until I saw the paperwork and that option to opt out wasnt checked. When they call with results do I just tell them not to mention that? In the printed results does it show on there? Also, that is going to be INTERESTING to have the information but not access it. See paragraph above for my lack of self control. Last pregnancy I was at my second to last scan before baby was born (so literally a week prior to delivery) and that tech didnt know we were waiting and I was by myself. As she was scanning down I was holding my breath almost ready to not warn her! I was just going to tell my husband she slipped up and told me. I finally blurted it out and she avoided the genitals but seriously, I have issues with self control. This might be really tough for me.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Cookie cake!!! I craved one so bad the remainder of my last pregnancy that it was one of the first things my husband brought me when I was in recovery. The ones from Walmart are so good for some reason!
Ugh I'm also in that "nothing fits" stage, and I really dont want to buy maternity pants for work because they will get destroyed. I'm thinking of buying some workout leggings from Old Navy because I love them, and just rocking those at work. *Technically* we're not allowed to wear leggings, but I work swing shift in the back by myself, and neither of my male supervisors are going to say anything about it. One approaches with caution when he needs to ask a favor because I've ripped into him so many times already, and the other just doesn't care. Besides, I do what I want lol.
@mc0303 what are you reading? I need some new book ideas.
EDD/Weeks + Days: Nov. 15/ 15+I think 5
Baby is the size of a(n):
Light bulb? Ok, bump, that's a strange comparison.
FTM/STM/TTM+:
First timer
Team Finding Out/Blue/Pink/Green:
3/4D ultrasound said it's a boy.
Upcoming Appointments:
Thursday I have a checkup.
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): Just... blah. I don't know. Nauseous when I'm hungry, and ridiculously irritable.
Rants/Raves:
I had to tie my pants with a chunk of rope after lunch at work tonight because suddenly baby didnt want to fit in them anymore, and I didnt have a hair tie to try that trick. So I popped the button and hoped no one came to bother me with my pants barely tied on.
Questions: So I'm almost 16 weeks, and my scale tells me I have gained no weight, yet I'm definitely noticing a change in how my pants fit. Wtf is going on here?
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Hmm. Lately I've been wanting ice cream, though I have yet to actually have any.
@angieeeeee embarrassed (but not really) to say that I'm re-reading the entire Harry Potter series. I'm on the last book now and forgot how amazing it was MH keeps getting me pregnancy and baby books, but I'm so not into reading them! I dunno what's wrong with me.
Baby is the size of a(n): folded pair of sunglassss
FTM/STM/TTM+: STM
Team Finding Out/Blue/Pink/Green: Finding out in two weeks at AS!
Upcoming Appointments: next week for OB appt and then the following for ultrasound
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): I’ve felt like I was sailing through this pregnancy and then nausea hit the last few days. Hopefully it’s not a long term thing! 🤢
Rants/Raves: We’re announcing on social media this week! Can’t wait! Also taking my 3yo out of state to stay with my BFF and go to her baby shower!
Questions: none really- relieved to see some others are dealing with nausea too. Even though it’s a bummer
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? I’m not a big sweets person so usually something tart like key lime or lemon. But I just saw an ad that sonic has a cake batter shake and I think I’ll have to try one tonight. 😋
@mc0303@angieeeeee hahaha I’m re-reading them all too, as is my husband. We had a movie marathon a few weeks back and it made us want to re-read since the books are so much better. Almost done with book 1 right now. My pregnancy books are also taking a back seat to them whoops
I got the ultimate harry potter trivial pursuit for christmas and started re-reading the books because it is HARD! I think this is at least my 5th go round through the books.
Upcoming Appointments: It feels like forever since I went and I still have to wait until 6/11 for anatomy scan.
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms):
Really good, I really can't complain about anything. I would say I've felt a little of what I'd describe as some mild pressure in some areas, which I think maybe is round ligament pain? It felt like she might have been pushing a little on my bladder while running last night but maybe it's too early for that?
Rants/Raves: Over the weekend we booked all our places to stay on our upcoming UK vacation! I can't wait!
Questions: None at the moment.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? I'm more of a salty food girl. So anything with salted caramel. 😁😁😁
A couple of you ladies said key lime pie for the dessert question and now I really want a piece of key lime pie... so hard to find a good key lime pie IMO. HP is a good idea to re-read when I'm on leave! I'll have to pick up those books, I think mine are living at my parents house right now.
Lol! I too just read all of the HP series!! My son received beautiful illustrated versions of the first three books for Christmas and blew through them and then used my son's Kindle to get the rest for free to read. So so good and worth it
If you liked reading the HP books, I so recommend the audiobooks. They’re all very well narrated, and since you know the story they’re perfect to put on while driving or cleaning. If you zone out for a few seconds, you will still know what’s going on. If you have a library card, check the Overdrive/Libby app- my library has all the HP audiobooks for free.
There are new HP stories coming out in late June. They actually have HP in them too which I like. I haven't been able to love the new HP movies because they don't have Harry in them.
Upcoming Appointments: June 6 - this has felt like the longest stretch between appointments!
How are you feeling? (Cravings/Symptoms): Only throwing up about once a day now, so that's a huge improvement.
Rants/Raves: Rant: I have a head cold and nasty cough, so I've been feeling miserable this week. Rave: We are doing the potty training bootcamp this weekend with DD, so wish us luck!
Questions:
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Chocolate cake or homemade pie
@ABabyMarshall I definitely didn't put the illustrated versions of the books on my baby registry for my infant who won't be able to read even though I have a full set of the (non-illustrated) books already 😂
I know I've said this before, but y'all HP fans NEED to listen to the Binge_Mode Harry Potter podcast series!! It's SO good, so funny and you don't need to have read the books recently bc it's a play-by-play of each chapter. It was so good that it motivated me to re-read them for myself. I have a super long commute so these have been a life saver...I also listen to it when I'm cooking and cleaning.
Re: All group check in w/o 5/27
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Ohh that’s a tough one! I like them all. Would rather have dessert over anything. Right now I’m in an ice cream phase because it’s been 95 degrees in the south this week.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Probably cheesecake. With brownies as a close second.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Ooo tough question. Probably chocolate mousse but rarely have it. Now I want some, yum!
EDD/Weeks + Days: Nov 8th / 16 w + 4 d
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Hmmmm I am more a salt girl myself but if I am at Cheesecake Factory the Adams Cheesecake always comes home with me. That peanut butter swirl on top is EVERYTHING. Also, when not pregnant I do a wine instead of dessert.
@kopp5988 My office schedules anatomy scans anytime between 18 and 20 weeks. I'll be 18+1 at my anatomy scan next week.
@gumby22c 1hr GTT already? I'm dreading the GTT. That gross orange drink gave me the worst headache last time.
EDD/Weeks + Days: November 7, 16+5
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Cheesecake!
Together since 2007 | Married June 2013
TTC #1: June 2015
TTC #2: December 2018
BFP: 2/26/19 | EDD: 11/7/19
TTC #3
Mirena out 1/23/24
It could also have been because I had caffeine before my ultrasound and kicked baby into moving overdrive, so don't make that mistake. Whoops!
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Lemon anything!
@klstone25 I can't believe it's almost time for anatomy scans! Time is flying!
@Dancer688 I feel you on the salty preference. I am a salt fiend.
@gumby22c all the naps! that's all I want to do. I think my new spirit animal is a koala bc all I want to do is sleep.
@kopp5988 what a bummer that the OB is being such a stickler! it would have been fun to know for father's day!
@cl4157 I cannot get enough ice cream right now.
EDD/Weeks + Days: Nov 10th / 16w2d
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Mmmm, so many good ideas here, haha. I'm really into ice cream right now, but my all time favorite is a cheesecake.
@kopp5988 my practice will only see us in a short window around 20w, I think 19w5d- 20w 3 days.
@cl4157 I have yet to find a good pair of maternity shorts.. I'm not really so much of a shorts person anyway, but I'm worried I'll be super hot this summer.
@gumby22c I hope you can get a nap in!
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert. Cheesecake or Carrot cake.
U/O I hate buttercream icing.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? This is tough...maybe really good key lime pie? Or anything lemon and raspberry.
@kopp5988 How odd that your doctor's office is so specific about dates. It would have been great to know for Father's Day!
@cl4157 @klstone25 @alaluap I just gave up on wearing clothes that are properly fitted. I've been in maternity clothes since week 5 or 6. They are definitely way too loose, but they are so much more comfortable! I can't stand seams or waistbands near my stomach right now.
@mc0303 Sorry you're still throwing up
@gumby22c I hope your GTT goes well! I really didn't enjoy mine last time around: it made me feel really light-headed.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Lately, fresh fruit. When I'm not pregnant and having food aversions, anything chocolate!
15w 2d
donut 🍩
3rd
team blue! 💙
End of June
pretty good. Occasional cramping and fatigue
our ultrasound was so fun and cute! He was moving his little legs and arms all around and we got some good pictures.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert?
strawberry cake!!
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert?
Chocolate PB ice cream in a waffle cone 👍
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Banana pudding, the old fashion kind that my grandmother used to make.
11/02; 17w 4d
Turnip
4TM
Blue
06/06 is my next regular OB appt.
Good but sleep deprived. Getting up every two hours to pee is really wearing on me...
None to speak of. This week has been pretty chill.
None
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert?
Creme Brûlée
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Not pregnant, anything chocolate, but it’s one of those aversions for me so I’ll have to say key lime pie or ice cream!
...but the only things Ive been raving about lately are the delicious carbs Ive been eating.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Cookie cake!!! I craved one so bad the remainder of my last pregnancy that it was one of the first things my husband brought me when I was in recovery. The ones from Walmart are so good for some reason!
@mc0303 what are you reading? I need some new book ideas.
EDD/Weeks + Days:
Nov. 15/ 15+I think 5
Just... blah. I don't know. Nauseous when I'm hungry, and ridiculously irritable.
So I'm almost 16 weeks, and my scale tells me I have gained no weight, yet I'm definitely noticing a change in how my pants fit. Wtf is going on here?
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert?
Hmm. Lately I've been wanting ice cream, though I have yet to actually have any.
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? I’m not a big sweets person so usually something tart like key lime or lemon. But I just saw an ad that sonic has a cake batter shake and I think I’ll have to try one tonight. 😋
Rants/Raves: Over the weekend we booked all our places to stay on our upcoming UK vacation! I can't wait!
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? I'm more of a salty food girl. So anything with salted caramel. 😁😁😁
GTKY: What is your favorite dessert? Chocolate cake or homemade pie
I actually just downloaded the HP game on my phone. Highly recommend, it has been my way of getting through the day. Ravenclaw, woot!
@ABabyMarshall I definitely didn't put the illustrated versions of the books on my baby registry for my infant who won't be able to read even though I have a full set of the (non-illustrated) books already 😂
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/30/books/binge-mode-podcasters-harry-potter-game-thrones.html