I know this is thinking way ahead, but we just got a save the date from one of H's friends for their wedding in April. I'd love to go, but baby will be ~2months and it's a 15 hour drive (neither of us want to fly, much less with a newborn!) I realize making the trip depends on how I feel and whatnot, but does anybody have experience making that long of a trip with a baby? I wouldn't mind breaking the trip up into 2 days and stopping every couple of hours to attend to babies needs.
@babyroma We are running into the same situation. Our best friends are having a destination wedding and are shooting for April / May. Their suggestion was to have one of our moms come with us to help with baby. It's irritating because they had a baby right before our wedding and we made sure to plan the events around them so they could make it.
We took a 7.5 hour road trip when my oldest was 3 months and honestly it was pretty easy—— WAY easier than that same trip now that the boys are bigger. I breast fed so I would pump then feed him in the car seat and we would stop as soon as he was finished to burp and change him. He slept 95% of the trip.
We took our daughter from Texas to Florida when she was six weeks and it was a breeze. She just wanted to sleep and nurse then. It was easy to travel when she was young. Way harder with toddlers now.
@jvk2012 I am sorry you are dealing with all of this. One of my son’s had a marginal cord insertion and it did not present an issue. With a two vessel cord there is a risk the baby could not grow properly, but many babies make it to term and appropriate size having a two vessel cord. You’ll probably have additional monitoring to ensure he is growing well. As far as no fluid in the stomach I would assume that is due to a swallowing or upper airway issue if it even exists. If they didn’t describe any anomalies around the mouth or lungs (they inhale fluid to develop the lungs) I would think that it’s just the baby emptying it’s stomach. I will be praying for you guys and hoping for the best.
@babyroma I don't have traveling experience with a kiddo since I'm a FTM but my sister and SIL both had long road trips (NE to OH and TX to OH) when their babies were only about 6 weeks and they said it was a breeze. My sister has flown with her newborn a lot as well and she said it was really easy and Southwest allows infant car seats in an extra seat if the plane isn't full. I can't blame you for not wanting the hassle of flying, just throwing it out there that it supposedly is pretty simple when they are tiny and mostly just sleep.
@babyroma We did a lot of flying with baby under 3 mos because my Mom was sick across the country and honestly when they're tiny is the easiest time to travel.
Thank you all! You're making me feel better about possibly making the trip! I love going to weddings and would hate to miss it since the couple made the trip from GA to NJ for our wedding!
@babyroma I’ve flown and driven with kiddos! The younger the better for flying! I flew at 6 weeks with my first and he slept the whole 3 hour flight! We also drive 2800kms every summer and it’s way easier when they are little! I would sit in the back if they were fussy but I just had a mirror in the backseat so I could see if they were sleeping!
I’m 20weeks and they noticed 2weeks ago that my placenta is sitting on my cervix. At my 20week anatomy scan they noticed just the edge was sitting on my cervix still. Does this normally resolve in a couple weeks time? Or months to progress up and off the cervix? Doctors do not seem concerned but being a FTM everything is concerning to me. I am going to another ultrasound in 6 weeks for them to check it. Thanks
@cait_w20 at my 20 week with my first my placenta was covering my cervix. I went back for a follow up about 6 weeks later and it had resolved itself! I don’t know how long it’s expected to take but does still have a chance to resolve itself! Hopefully it does for you!
@cait_w20 as the placenta grows, and can move away from the cervix. But it may also stay on the cervix. In which case it will likely be recommended that you have a csection, since you would not want the placenta coming out before baby.
@cait_w20 I am in the same boat, but have done enough research to not be worried about it at all (anymore). I was nervous/curious right after being told for sure. It is somewhere near 98% resolve on their own by 36 weeks, with another 1% resolving by 38 weeks. So the odds of it not resolving and needing a c-section is 1-2%. I hope yours resolves on its own, and try not to let it worry you too much.
@kbrinks2 happy to hear yours resolved itself! Something to look forward to.
@daffodil_shoe I am absolutely hoping it moves up. My uterus is still pretty low which I’m guessing is the reason behind my placenta being low.
@huskervbfan Guess this was the one thing I should of googled about but didn’t want to freak myself out! Glad to hear it’s not a huge concern at this point!!
@jvk2012 sorry for being late but sending internet hugs - hope everything is ok.
@babyroma We drove 6 hours with DD1 when she was about 6 weeks old and it was really easy - like others say they sleep in the car at that age. I also wouldn't hesitate to take them on the plane. The only thing I would say to be careful is letting other snotty kids around them - my daughter got bronchiolitis after visiting my niece and nephew and ended up in the hospital. This time around I'm sure DD2 will get sick a lot with DD1 in Pre-K but that's just one of the hazards of infanthood unfortunately. I am hoping to take DD1/DD2 to Portugal in May so at about 3 months
Me: 38, DH: 36 Married Jan 2008 DD Baby Bells born Dec 2016 5 lbs, 12 oz, 18" so in love Due with #2 Baby Arya EDD February 2020
Anyone have any stories about traveling via plane with a 5 month old? Two of our closest friends (we actually introduced them) are getting married in France next July so baby will be right at 4 1/2 - 5 months. We feel like we should be there, and of course really want to go too! My in-laws have offered to travel with us but I still have no idea what we’re getting ourselves into! Any tips/advice/war stories would be helpful!
@nhh11 I have traveled with babies that young. It is actually pretty easy when they are that little, since they are still primarily eating and sleeping most of the time. I was still nursing mine, so they basically nursed and napped most of the flight. I brought a few toys too to entertain, and walked the aisles if necessary. Now, packing and carrying all the baby gear is another story...
@nhh11 I haven’t flown with a child that young but took DS when he was just over 1 and he did great - slept through both of our flights. Just make sure you’re nursing/bottle feeding during take off and landing so ears will pop! I bet it’ll be way easier in the airport too than having a mobile child! We had a stroller, a couple of new toys for entertainment and snacks (of course he was older). Don’t forget extra clothes!! For you and baby, just in case.
Me:33 DH: 34 Married: May 2011 TTC #1: May 2015 DS: 10/20/2016 TTC #2: June 2019 #2 EDD: 2/20/2020
I have a small cyst on one of my ovaries. The ultrasound tech has been monitoring it and isnt worried about it because it’s not growing but I’m wondering if anyone else has this? I’ve heard they are common but I’m wondering if I need to limit exercising at all? I’m quite active and don’t see my OB until Oct 8th so I have to wait a bit before I get the doctor’s recommendation.
@charbabymama if the cyst gets big enough it can cause pain. If it isn’t doing that right now I bet you are ok. Of course, ask your OB or provider. I had one during pregnancy and it didn’t cause a problem. They just monitored it.
@charbabymama I had a large endometrioma on one of my ovaries that started shrinking after I got pregnant, so no experience dealing with cysts during pregnancy but I do have some knowledge about cysts in general. If they are seeing it now, chances are likely it was there prior to pregnancy as well. Doctors seem to like to take a wait and see approach until it gets larger than about 5cm (2"). If it isn't causing you pain, carry on life as usual. If it is, start bugging your doctor about it. And definitely call your ob's office if you have any questions or concerns. That is part of what they are there for.
@nhh11 the younger they are the easier it has been for us! We fly 3 times a year (round trip) and have ever since my oldest was 6 weeks old. They 1 year mark has been the hardest for us! The sound of the plane usually helps put them to sleep and they usually sleep for the whole flight!
@therealbitts@ibabyloveb87@kbrinks2 Thanks for all the tips and advice! This is all very reassuring. Although I’m sure I will be anxious during the flight, it sounds like traveling before a year/when the baby is mobile makes it easier.
@charbabymama I have one on my left ovary. Apparently it’s been there since 2017- im assuming they saw it during my ultra sounds with DS2 but never mentioned it. They told me about it at my 12 week ultra sound this time and said it’s very small. At my anatomy scan last week however the tech spent a lot of time looking at it. Apparently it has developed something inside it- there was no blood flow which points to a benign mass or a blood clot. I’m obviously freaking the f out but they are just monitoring it and I get another ultra sound at 28 weeks to check for any changes. Trying to calm myself down bc if they thought it was more serious they would have called and not just put it in my online results and I’d be getting referred to a specialist. Dr google said cysts are pretty common during pregnancy and usually go away in their own.
@charbabymama if you have a question you shouldn't have to wait for an appointment with your OB - you can just call anytime!! (If not, maybe consider a new OB LOL)
Me: 38, DH: 36 Married Jan 2008 DD Baby Bells born Dec 2016 5 lbs, 12 oz, 18" so in love Due with #2 Baby Arya EDD February 2020
Anyone else have an anterior placenta? Any STM or more who delivered with one? Just found out I have one. A search makes it seem like it is relatively common and usually not a big deal, but some studies link it to increased chance of induction, c section, or other miscellaneous horribles. I’m relieved because it explains why I’m not feeling much movement, but I am a FTM who can’t help but be concerned about any potential complications for delivery. Thanks!
@optimism3 STM here. My first had a posterior placenta but this one has an anterior. I wouldn’t be worried. They are super common and almost never lead to any issues.
@optimism3 I have an anterior this go round. They just checked at the anatomy scan that it wasn’t near my CS scar. I don’t know if they will follow up on it’s position closer to my RCS...I’m actually going to ask that at my next appt now that I’m thinking about it.
All I’ve ever really heard about it is that it hampers feeling movement. I wouldn’t stress.
Me:33 DH: 34 Married: May 2011 TTC #1: May 2015 DS: 10/20/2016 TTC #2: June 2019 #2 EDD: 2/20/2020
@optimism3 an anterior placenta is nothing to be concerned about. I had one my first pregnancy. All it means is that your placenta is attached to the front of your uterus, so it will cushion the feeling of baby movements. Therefore you likely won’t feel movement til later than most.
The only position anyone needs to be concerned about is if the placenta is attached over the cervix, called placenta previa.
@optimist13@malloryfrommn FTM too - I also have an Anterior Placenta. I feel lots of movement around the edge, esp at night, not over the main part of my belly though. I had my AS appointment this week and they didn't seem bothered by it.
@optimist13 I have an anterior placenta and had one with my first. It just makes it a bit harder to feel the baby. I had a posterior with my second and definitely felt him much sooner and all the time.
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@jvk2012 No experience, but sending virtual hugs your way! Hope everything turns out ok at your next ultrasound.
I realize making the trip depends on how I feel and whatnot, but does anybody have experience making that long of a trip with a baby? I wouldn't mind breaking the trip up into 2 days and stopping every couple of hours to attend to babies needs.
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We took a 7.5 hour road trip when my oldest was 3 months and honestly it was pretty easy—— WAY easier than that same trip now that the boys are bigger.
I breast fed so I would pump then feed him in the car seat and we would stop as soon as he was finished to burp and change him. He slept 95% of the trip.
Diagnosed with PCOS & Hashimoto's
@jvk2012 I am sorry you are dealing with all of this. One of my son’s had a marginal cord insertion and it did not present an issue. With a two vessel cord there is a risk the baby could not grow properly, but many babies make it to term and appropriate size having a two vessel cord. You’ll probably have additional monitoring to ensure he is growing well. As far as no fluid in the stomach I would assume that is due to a swallowing or upper airway issue if it even exists. If they didn’t describe any anomalies around the mouth or lungs (they inhale fluid to develop the lungs) I would think that it’s just the baby emptying it’s stomach. I will be praying for you guys and hoping for the best.
Doctors do not seem concerned but being a FTM everything is concerning to me. I am going to another ultrasound in 6 weeks for them to check it.
Thanks
@daffodil_shoe I am absolutely hoping it moves up. My uterus is still pretty low which I’m guessing is the reason behind my placenta being low.
@huskervbfan Guess this was the one thing I should of googled about but didn’t want to freak myself out! Glad to hear it’s not a huge concern at this point!!
Thanks ladies for calming my nerves!!
@babyroma We drove 6 hours with DD1 when she was about 6 weeks old and it was really easy - like others say they sleep in the car at that age. I also wouldn't hesitate to take them on the plane. The only thing I would say to be careful is letting other snotty kids around them - my daughter got bronchiolitis after visiting my niece and nephew and ended up in the hospital. This time around I'm sure DD2 will get sick a lot with DD1 in Pre-K but that's just one of the hazards of infanthood unfortunately. I am hoping to take DD1/DD2 to Portugal in May so at about 3 months
Married Jan 2008
DD Baby Bells born Dec 2016 5 lbs, 12 oz, 18"
Due with #2 Baby Arya EDD February 2020
DH: 34
Married: May 2011
TTC #1: May 2015
DS: 10/20/2016
TTC #2: June 2019
#2 EDD: 2/20/2020
Dr google said cysts are pretty common during pregnancy and usually go away in their own.
Married Jan 2008
DD Baby Bells born Dec 2016 5 lbs, 12 oz, 18"
Due with #2 Baby Arya EDD February 2020
complications for delivery. Thanks!
DH: 34
Married: May 2011
TTC #1: May 2015
DS: 10/20/2016
TTC #2: June 2019
#2 EDD: 2/20/2020
The only position anyone needs to be concerned about is if the placenta is attached over the cervix, called placenta previa.