Weekly Check-In 11/18

bigworldlittleg · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀:

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱:

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻:

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴?

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀:

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve?

bigworldlittleg · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: 7/16, 5w5d

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: STM

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: Team Finding Out

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? Okay. I’ve come down with some kind of virus. Had a mild fever yesterday, terrible body aches, and cold symptoms (tested neg for Covid though). Also suuuper exhausted. I forgot how much it sucks to be sick while pregnant!

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀: I have a rant and a rave. My rant is that I hate having to limit my coffee and wish I could drink like 4 cups. And my rave is that I started watching Girls5Eva and it’s surprisingly good! Nice to have an easy-watching show to binge.

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: NATM

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve? Meetings that could have been an email!!

emmaleekinsley · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: 7/17, 5 weeks 4 days

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: FTM!

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: finding out!

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? Over joyed and then anxious/worried in a matter of seconds. My breasts hurt so bad and food doesn’t excite me, but no sickness yet! Very very tired so I’m proud of myself for continuing my workouts but have been good at leaning into rest. I have a “confirmation appt” on Wednesday that I’m very excited for. Just to hear some additional proof would be nice. Doesn’t feel real in my brain but my body is sure telling me it is!

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀: very weird having something so BIG going on but being so discrete about it as you wait to feel comfortable to share the news. I was at a Friendsgiving Saturday and felt like a liar when my friends asked me how I am doing and I just answered with, “great!” Haha. I know I will tell when I’m ready but would like to be ready soon so I can share this with my people. Thankful for the thread. I check it more than I’d like to admit!!

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: is it normal for the father to come to every appointment? My husband wants to come to the confirmation appt but they said it’s just bloodwork, urine samples and info sharing…not sure if it’s necessary but don’t want to feel like I’m shutting him out. I also LOVE that he wants to come. What have current mommas done?

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve? Call me crazy, but I don’t think I have one!?

rainwaterdroplet · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀:

7/27/4+1

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱:

Second time mom

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻:

We got a Sneak Peek test to do in a few weeks, and we’ll be confirming with ultrasound later. We’re hoping for a girl since my first is a boy

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴?

Nauseated. Tired. Excited. I didn’t have support with my first (first marriage was too young!) so I’m excited for a more positive experience this time.

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀:

I’m happy my husband is working in town instead of on the road for a while! Hopefully he can find a permanent local gig, but I’ll take what I can get until a job can open up

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

None now

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve?

I’m a substitute teacher and I HATE crooked desks. They all have to be the same height and where they’re supposed to be. Now if only I could get the high schoolers to agree….

watermelonsunshine · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: July 10 / 6+4

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱:

FTM

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻:

Undecided- honestly I feel bad because deep down I find myself hoping for one gender over the other (even though of course yes a healthy baby is what matters and yes I know there is a lot of nuance etc when it comes to gender and gender expression etc!)

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴?

Tired, bloated, anxious, nauseous (but haven’t gotten sick, thankfully)

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀:

I wish I could tell my side of the family now, while waiting longer to tell my in-laws. I feel guilty for wishing that.

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

Anyone else stressed by all the reels about pregnancy and nutrition? It seems like whatever you do is wrong.

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve?

When new books or other new things are messed up from sitting on shelves

rainwaterdroplet · November 2024

emmaleekinsley said:

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: is it normal for the father to come to every appointment? My husband wants to come to the confirmation appt but they said it’s just bloodwork, urine samples and info sharing…not sure if it’s necessary but don’t want to feel like I’m shutting him out. I also LOVE that he wants to come. What have current mommas done?

With my first, my then-husband went to the initial appointment and then I think one or two others. His work didn’t have time off for him to do it (military) and he felt like he was left out. I think if your husband has the resources to be able to, he should go for it! Even if it’s not the most exciting appointment, it’s the first appointment for the baby so it’s exciting!

bigworldlittleg · November 2024

@emmaleekinsley I think if your husband wants to be at the first appointment, he should go! Even if you're just getting routine things done, it will also be a time to ask questions, and it's nice to have your husband there for that, instead of having to relay information to him after the appointment. With my first, my husband came to all the ultrasounds and then some of the appointments at the very end. The appointments in the middle of pregnancy are often quick and straightforward - give urine sample, weight check, measure fundal height. Those might not be as necessary for him to attend. But the initial appointment, the ultrasounds, and appointments leading up to baby's arrival - absolutely!

bigworldlittleg · November 2024

@watermelonsunshine I'm definitely conflicted about pregnancy and nutrition. On the one hand, I do think it's important to treat your body especially well during pregnancy and load up on nutritious food. Not really for baby's sake. To be honest they are like little parasites and take whatever they need from you. So it's mainly important for your own health that you are taking in nutrients. I definitely am going to focus more on healthy eating and exercise this time around. That being said, I don't think it's something to stress over either. As long as your diet is pretty well balanced, you could continue eating the exact same way and you'd be fine!

routtymama · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: 7/6 (7w2d)

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: This will be our fourth.

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: I’m torn. I didn’t find out with my first three and loved not knowing, but this is our last and seems like it could be nice to know. We already have names and it feels sweet to be able to refer to the baby by its name before we meet him/her.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? So tired, so nauseous (or ravenous) and my boobs are so sore. My OB told me with my third that symptoms can get worse with each pregnancy and that seems to be true for me.

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀: I don’t have my first appointment until ten weeks. It’s hard not telling people, especially with how much it’s impacting me.

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Not at the moment.

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve - The first thing that came to mind is hearing people eat loudly. My oldest has a bad habit of lip smacking while eating and it can drive me a little crazy.

lappymom2019 · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: 7/22, 5w1d

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: stm

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: finding out. It would be fun to be surprised but I don’t think I am that patient

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? Bloated, queasy, breasts are huge and sore

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀: the bloat!! I had to travel for work this week and none of my work pants fit!

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: none right now

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve? I can’t think of my biggest pet peeve.

littleyellowdragon · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: ????? (More info below)

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: #3

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: Definitely finding out. Hubby and I like knowing.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? Sooo much vomiting, and so much right side pain. I went to my 8 week ultrasound yesterday, and they found a gestational sac measuring 6w2d, no sign of baby yet. I do have highly irregular cycles, so I wasn’t convinced I was 8 weeks, anyway, but my big concern with this measurement is, if it’s accurate, then my positive pregnancy test was at 3w1d, and that just seems impossible, right?! They did an HCG draw. I’ll call today to see if they have the results, and then tomorrow I go in for another. The morning sickness isn’t reassuring either, because I puked right up until the day before my last miscarriage.

They also found two medium/large cysts on my right ovary, which explains the sharp pains I’m feeling off and on throughout the day (and night). Unfortunately, nothing can be done about them as long as I’m pregnant.

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀: I just don’t like not knowing what’s going on with baby. :-(

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Is it possible to test positive at 3w1d? Google says “very unlikely.” :-/

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve? When the driver in the left turn lane keeps pulling more and more forward in front of the line at a red light, blocking visibility for the driver in the right lane to do a right on red and keep traffic moving. What are you pulling forward to see? You have to wait for a green to turn left. Rant over, haha.

bigworldlittleg · November 2024

@littleyellowdragon 3w1d does seem quite early to get a positive test. But, maybe their measurement is a bit off. Maybe baby is actually something like 6w6d and you got your positive at 3w5d. Totally possible to get a positive at that point, and 6w6d could be too early for them to see anything. The waiting has got to be so tough 😔 Sending out all the good vibes to you!

_ivk_ · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: 7/13-7/15, app says I’m 6 weeks? Hoping to get a clearer estimate at my first appt next week!

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: FTM

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: We want to be surprised!

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? Nausea is really setting in this week. Hungry a lot but can’t quite figure out what I’m craving and have a hard time deciding what to eat. Fatigue is also bad this week I am normally a very active person but I just feel like laying around and doing nothing. I sleep for 10 hours a night and wake up still so exhausted. However Ive stuck with my workouts and daily walks and the fresh air is really helping with the nausea.

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀: I am following the Moves app prenatal exercise program and loving it so far!

My rant is that my boobs are just killing me so painful and like doubled the size

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: I’ve started to look at registry items on tik tok. It is so overwhelming! Would love to hear from moms on what items are actually needed for baby

peach93 · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀:

7/12; 6W4D

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: FTM

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: I’m on the fence with this. I never thought I would care, but now that we are finally pregnant, I’m leaning towards wanting to know.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? I mostly feel relieved. Last week our ultrasound showed a gestational sac but no fetal pole. Today we were able to see our little one and their heartbeat. I’ve never felt more elated! Turns out we just ovulated later in our cycle.

Aside from that, the nausea is constant. I’ve had to give up my lavender lotion because the smell was making me gag 😂

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀:

Finding out early is so hard, this is one of the most exciting things that has ever happened to us, but we haven’t been able to share with loved ones yet. We’re planning on telling our parents this Friday but will wait to share the news with other fam and friends until after the first trimester.

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: When is everyone else planning on sharing the news with family/ friends?

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve? People who don’t use their blinking indicators when merging and people who chew with their mouths open.

peach93 · November 2024

littleyellowdragon said:

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Is it possible to test positive at 3w1d? Google says “very unlikely.”

I know it’s different for everyone but I also have irregular cycles. We were able to confirm that we ovulated later than expected and that’s why our nugget was not showing last week. Based on where the baby was measuring today, we would have conceived on 10/19 and we got our positive pregnancy test (very faint pink line) on 10/31.

peach93 · November 2024

emmaleekinsley said:

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: is it normal for the father to come to every appointment? My husband wants to come to the confirmation appt but they said it’s just bloodwork, urine samples and info sharing…not sure if it’s necessary but don’t want to feel like I’m shutting him out. I also LOVE that he wants to come. What have current mommas done?

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve? Call me crazy, but I don’t think I have one!?

My husband has come to every appointment (even just the blood draws). We are super lucky that he works from home and has flexible hours so this has worked for us. If you want him there, and he doesn’t have any conflicts I’d say bring him along

littleyellowdragon · November 2024

bigworldlittleg said:

@littleyellowdragon 3w1d does seem quite early to get a positive test. But, maybe their measurement is a bit off. Maybe baby is actually something like 6w6d and you got your positive at 3w5d. Totally possible to get a positive at that point, and 6w6d could be too early for them to see anything. The waiting has got to be so tough 😔 Sending out all the good vibes to you!

That could totally be the case! Thanks for the encouragement. I just got my first HCG result back at 41,500, which the nurse said is consistent with about a 7 week pregnancy (fits with your theory

). I'm going to choose to be encouraged by that! But of course I'll know more after the second blood draw.

britters314 · November 2024

*lurking from June BMB*

@littleyellowdragon A positive test at 3w1d would be 1 week before your missed period and most of the home pregnancy tests say they are accurate that early, so unless they are lying on their packaging, it should be possible to get a positive that early

littleyellowdragon · November 2024

britters314 said:

*lurking from June BMB*

@littleyellowdragon A positive test at 3w1d would be 1 week before your missed period and most of the home pregnancy tests say they are accurate that early, so unless they are lying on their packaging, it should be possible to get a positive that early

Oh okay! I usually get the 99c ones that you use a dropper for and say day of or day before your missed period, but this time I was only able to find a more expensive one; I bet it was more sensitive too!

jingle9457 · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: July 20 / 5+4

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: FTM

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: Team finding out (have a hunch it might be twin girls, just a feeling 😅)

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? Less cramping, less fatigue, more nausea, way sorer boobs. Starting to feel actually pregnant!

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀: I feel like I’m somehow showing early! It’s driving me up a wall since I know I should hold off on telling people, but people I’m close to have noticed I look different already.

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: has anyone tried SneakPeek for gender testing?

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve? Not sure! Maybe the sound of people chewing with mouths open?

watermelonsunshine · November 2024

My friend did the SneakPeek and it sent her result to her email. It said a boy, and she had a boy (months later)

I’ve been wondering about trying it myself but haven’t decided!

jingle9457 · November 2024

My husband is pretty skeptical about it, but I think it could be a fun thing to try! We’ve considered having the email sent to my sister so she can order something from a bakery for us to eat and find out with the icing color. Earliest I can do it is November 29th, so I have some more time to decide!

littleyellowdragon · November 2024

Well my HCG dropped.

bayleafm · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: 7 weeks

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: FTM

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: We think we'll find out? I'm taking it a day at a time so still on the fence about this

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? I've been extremely fatigued and nauseous. Luckily I'm able to eat but after eating the nausea is so bad I want to cry. I'm drinking fresh lemon and ginger tea all day every day. The fatigue has also made it so challenging to work, my brain is just so so tired. I sleep 10 hours at night!

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀:

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: I lost twins in May and I'm so curious to know if it's twins again! I'm literally asking everyone what the chances are 😅 Twins don't run in my family but when I had my hormones tested last year I was told that my hormones are in line with someone in their late forties (I'm 37) and that basically I would be going into early menopause. I have endometriosis so had a lot of ultrasounds before I got pregnant and at each one I had ovulated twice. I read that as you get closer to menopause your body can release more eggs which is what seems to be happening. So is it twins?? My scan is in 4 weeks time and I'm dying to know.

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve?

bigworldlittleg · November 2024

@littleyellowdragon I’m so sorry 😞 What is the doctor saying at this point?

littleyellowdragon · November 2024

bigworldlittleg said:

@littleyellowdragon I’m so sorry 😞 What is the doctor saying at this point?

My doctor is out today. I saw the results on my patient portal, but I’ll have to wait until Monday to discuss them with her. 😔 Not holding out any hope at this point. I’ve been here before.

rainwaterdroplet · November 2024

knottie35631e06b802339c said𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: has anyone tried SneakPeek for gender testing?

I got one to try in a few weeks! I think I'm going to have it sent to my SIL and we're going to use it as a "tentative" result until we actually see it at the anatomy scan if it pops boy. I'm worried about contamination (I have a six year old that's a velcro baby [still], his cooties are for sure everywhere in my house! LOL)

rainwaterdroplet · November 2024

@littleyellowdragon I'm sorry! Keeping you in my thoughts.

_beckywhite_ · November 2024

@emmaleekinsley It's great to hear that your husband is eager to be involved in the confirmation appointment! While it's true that many parents find these early appointments fairly routine, having him there can foster a sense of teamwork and support. Many moms appreciate having their partners present, even for appointments that may seem straightforward, as it can enhance communication about health decisions and experiences. Ultimately, it's about what feels right for both of you. If he wants to be there and you love his involvement, it could be beneficial to have him join you. It’s all about building those shared moments together!

_beckywhite_ · November 2024

@watermelonsunshine With so many opinions and reels out there, it can create a sense of confusion and pressure. However, it's important to remember that every pregnancy is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another. Focusing on balanced nutrition and listening to your body is key. Trusting yourself and seeking personalized advice from healthcare professionals can help ease that stress. Don't let the noise dictate your experience; prioritize what feels right for you!

_beckywhite_ · November 2024

@littleyellowdragon While it's generally considered unlikely to receive a positive pregnancy test at just 3 weeks and 1 day (21 days after the first day of your last menstrual period), it's not impossible. Some sensitive tests may detect hCG, the hormone produced during pregnancy, earlier than others. If you suspect you might be pregnant, it could be worth waiting a few more days and then testing again for more accurate results. Remember, if you're unsure or have concerns, consulting with a healthcare professional can provide clarity and guidance tailored to your situation.

_beckywhite_ · November 2024

@_ivk_ It's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed by all the options available for baby registry items on TikTok! With so much information out there, it can be difficult to determine what you truly need. The good news is that many experienced moms recommend focusing on a few essential categories:

1. Sleeping: A safe crib or bassinet, swaddles, and a sound machine can make a big difference.

2. Feeding: Consider a high chair, bottles (if you're bottle-feeding), and burp cloths.

3. Diapering: Stock up on diapers, wipes, and a good diaper pail.

4. Clothing: Opt for basics in various sizes since babies grow quickly!

5. Gear: A stroller and car seat are must-haves for outings.

Engaging with other moms through forums or social media can provide personalized insights and help you prioritize your list based on what they found most useful. Trust me; keeping it simple will not only save you money but also reduce stress as you prepare for your little one!

_beckywhite_ · November 2024

@bayleafm I'm truly sorry to hear about your loss; it’s an incredibly difficult experience. Regarding your curiosity about having twins again, while it's understandable to wonder given your unique circumstances, predicting twins can be quite complex. Factors like hormone levels and previous ovulation patterns can play a role, but they don’t guarantee twin pregnancies.

Your upcoming scan is the perfect opportunity to get answers! In the meantime, try to focus on the positive aspects of this journey and take care of yourself both physically and emotionally. If you have any concerns leading up to your appointment, don’t hesitate to reach out to your healthcare provider for guidance or support. Wishing you all the best as you await this exciting news!

peach93 · November 2024

littleyellowdragon said:

Well my HCG dropped.

I’m so sorry 😞 I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers

watermelonsunshine · November 2024

oh gosh @littleyellowdragon I’m really sorry. I’ll be thinking of you especially while you wait to talk with your dr.

tendermoments · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀:

July 4th 2025

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: FTM (my partner and I adopted my niece a year ago) but first time being pregnant!!

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: Team finding out

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? Tired and emotional.

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀: I’ve got nothing haha

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Has Diclectin been a life saver for anyone else? Is it bad of me to be taking it? It’s safe for the baby but I also still feel guilt. I feel like this is too good to be true. I’m 8 weeks and the nausea started at 6+ weeks, I have severe emetophobia so the diclectin has helped me not getting sick but the nausea is still there on and off.

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve?

People who chew with their mouth open.

beetay15 · November 2024

𝗘𝗗𝗗 / 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 + 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀: July 18/6w0d

𝗙𝗧𝗠/𝗦𝗧𝗠/𝗧𝗧𝗠+/𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱: ftm

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁/𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲/𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗸/𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻: team finding out

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴? anxious but hopeful, still waiting for our first ultrasound in a couple weeks

𝗥𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀/𝗥𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀: the fatigue is getting to me, I work in health care so I’m also worried about managing nausea but so far it’s at night rave: so glad to have cozy fall and winter clothes

𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: n/a

𝗚𝗧𝗞𝗬: What is your biggest pet peeve? people who can’t merge in traffic 😂

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