Weekly Check In 7-25

[sweetieheart32]

Check-in to report what’s going on with your pregnancy and see whats going on with everyone else in F17.

EDD:

How many weeks today:

Appointment plans/results:

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice)

Any U/S, bump pics:

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby?

[sweetieheart32]

EDD: 2/15

How many weeks today: 10+5

Appointment plans/results: next appt.8/15

How ya feeling: Still 24/7 nausea and exhaustion, had to kick DH out of bed after he took a shower the other night. The soap scent was too much to handle. My pelvis is feeling a little achy already?

Any U/S, bump pics: no pics of blump, but I have given in to maternity pants finally.

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? No feeling with DD. Chinese chart said she was supposed to be a boy. Had a dream last night that we got test results saying this is a boy. Not really sure I trust a crazy preggo dream.

[notagoddess]

EDD: Feb 22

How many weeks today: 9 weeks 5 days

Appointment plans/results: Meeting with the OB nurse on Wednesday

How ya feeling: Still the nausea and exhaustion, with the new addition of gas. I'm pretty sure my nipples are starting to leak too. I'm scared because this is when I lost my previous pregnancy, but optimistic enough to have bought a bunch of maternity clothes yesterday.

Any U/S, bump pics: No pics. No progress on the blump. I look the same as I did at 6 weeks. 

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? I think I will have a girl. Part of that is the timing we had: 4 days before ovulation. I know the Shettles method has been disproved in a recent study, but if I had to guess, I'd still guess girl.

[staz]

EDD: 2/23

How many weeks today: 9w4d

Appointment plans/results: Appointment and ultrasound Friday! Woohoo!

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice)

I feel like shit, my clothes don't fit, and I want to marry my bed.

Any U/S, bump pics: Next week!

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? I think it's going to be a boy. We'll know in about three weeks if I'm right

[pivot]

EDD: 2/23

How many weeks today: 9w4d

Appointment plans/results: August 11th

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice) Exhausted. I've been crampy this weekend too with lower back pain. I'm thinking it's just from being on my feet all weekend + the heat + not drinking enough water but I am trying to take it easy to be safe.

Also told my boss this morning - she was so excited & teared up. It was a good reaction

Any U/S, bump pics: None that I'm willing to share yet lol

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? I keep going back and forth. Chinese gender chart and the fact that the HB is about 20 bpm lower than DD's was I'm saying boy. But I really have no gut feeling yet.

[loves2shop4shoes]

EDD: 2/6/17

How many weeks today: 12w0d

Appointment plans/results: have my next OB appointment on Friday. Super excited to see the baby again, have another U/S, and make sure everything is good

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice)

The past two days I've been having some moderate cramps, predominantly on the right side of my abdomen/pelvic area. There has been no bleeding at all. The cramps aren't constant but have been very present. I'm a tiny bit worried, but I think it's likely round ligament pain, especially in the absence of blog. I really can't wait to see the baby and make sure everything is ok.

Other than that, I've been tired. Boobs have been less sore. Still pretty constipated.

Any U/S, bump pics: none yet. But I'm definitely starting to show...

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby?

Ummm... I kind of go back and forth. I think it might be a girl though.

It's funny. DH really wants to know the sex. I really don't. So when we have the anatomy scan, he'll find out and I won't. Very shortly before the shower, I think we'll do a gender reveal when I'll learn the sex. But for now, I'm happy not knowing.

[shellbell]

EDD: 2/8
How many weeks today: 11+5
Appointment plans/results: check up last wednesday. Everything was good. It took her awhile to find the hb, but she was able to find it. My NT scan is Thursday. I'm really excited.

How ya feeling: feeling like time is going so.fast. Can't believe it's the end of July already! I'm thinking the nausea is easing up, but I'm still really worn out.

No pics

GTKY: I don't have a feeling. I really want a girl, so I keep thinking it's probably a boy.

[addymac]

EDD: 2/16

How many weeks today: 10w4d

Appointment plans/results: genetic counselor this Thursday 7/28. Next ob and u/s appts are on 8/22.

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice): I'm not as sad lately. I think I've resigned myself to think its gonna be bad news but be hopeful it won't be. I find myself getting excited sometimes but I haven't cried in like four days!

Nausea has been rough but this weekend it subsided. My boobs hurt like hell. I'm tired but idk if that's shitty night shift sleep induced or pregnancy induced.

Any U/S, bump pics: nah. All I see is one of the cysts on the cord on the last u/s so I hide it bc it makes me sad.

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? DH wanted a girl so I assume it'll be a boy. I feel like it's a boy, but that's probably bc of DHs wants.

[shawnabm1320]

EDD: 2/23 (unless they tell me otherwise at the dating ultrasound)

How many weeks today: 9+4

Appointment plans/results: had my nurse appointment last Thursday and I felt like it went really well. We chatted about my extra day in the hospital due to low platelet count before and after delivery. I basically don't want to stay at the hospital longer than I have to because of DS. And I don't want to have to drag my newborn back to the hospital 3 days past discharge to get my blood checked again. So she said she's going to pull my delivery records and make sure it's monitored throughout my pregnancy. I just felt really listened to, if that makes sense, and I am excited that they're going to be proactive about it.

I get to see baby on Friday! I'm so nervous for some reason. Even more nervous than I was with DS.

And I get appointments every 4 weeks apparently. Last time they made me wait 6 weeks for the first two, and it was so hard to stay calm that whole time. I was so nervous something was wrong and I wouldn't know it!

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice) Still have waves of nausea in the evening, especially if I eat too much. But I'm starting to feel a little better the rest of the day. Still so tired. I spotted again on Saturday, and that's worrying me. Ugh. I can't wait until my scan on Friday!

Any U/S, bump pics:

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? I am leaning toward girl, but I really don't care either way. And I have no basis for my leaning. I was totally wrong last time. I would be happy with either sex

[shawnabm1320]

addymac, is your genetic counselor appointment this week a preliminary appointment? Or will he/she be able to talk to you about your first scans?

[ls2012]

EDD: 2/15

How Far Along: 10w5d

Appts/Results: ultrasound tomorrow afternoon!!!

How Feeling: kind of bleh, nausea everyday for a few hours in the afternoon, but I'm starting to think it's prenatal vitamin-related. Anyone else on extra iron and folic acid on top of their vitamin?

Bump/ scan pics: might have one to share tomorrow evening!

GTKY: I'm going to say boy. I'm probably statistically weird in that the Chinese gender chart has been right for both my daughters and this time it says boy, so that's what I'm going with for now.

[addymac]

Jul 25, 2016 15:16:59 GMT -5 shawnabm1320 said:

addymac , is your genetic counselor appointment this week a preliminary appointment? Or will he/she be able to talk to you about your first scans?

I am honestly not 100% sure. My ob made it sound like we will go over everything that was found on the u/s and talk about getting the genetic testing blood draw done. There's so little research on two cysts on the cord that we've already read every single scientific research study available since we have access to all medical journals (plus for being in the medical field?) and went over all the options with my OB. So I think we will just talk in depth about the maternal cell free DNA test, when to get it done and when we will have the results. I thought we'd talk about whether we will need to genetically test me and DH to see if we have genetic mosaics that could be linked to a trisomy? But DH thinks that would only happen if the test is positive for a trisomy and before my next pregnancy. But my friend who had two trisomy babies got tested with her first pregnancy after the diagnosis of t18 to check for mosaics or translocation in her and her BF. 

DH assumed we'd be getting my blood drawn at that appt, but I assumed I'd have to go back to get the blood drawn the week after when I hit 12 weeks since my OB recommended waiting til 12 weeks for a more accurate result. But who knows.

i know the appt won't give us any real answers but I'm hoping the blood gets drawn so we are closer to having answers. 

[shawnabm1320]

addymac, I'll be thinking of you! I hope you can get your blood drawn and get things moving.

[lovebb09]

EDD: 2/12/16

How many weeks today: 11+1

Appointment plans/results: Next midwife appt 8/10

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice) Still feeling absolutely crappy. Naseous and now vomiting, exhaustion.. hoping it eases up soon!

Any U/S, bump pics: None, I was very disappointed in my 9 week scan pics. They were so blurry!

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? I'm guessing girl only because this pregnancy is the complete opposite of my 1st pregnancy. Ahh I want a girl so bad so we can be done having kids!

[flyinghorses6]

EDD: 2/7

How many weeks today: 11w6d

Appointment plans/results: Had my NT ultrasound and bloodwork! So amazing to see the little bean bouncing around in there! HR was 155. NT measurement was 1.6. And tech said the baby was very active! I was just so happy. Then I had my second OB visit. Only gained 1 lb so far, so I'm stoked about that. BP and urine were normal. Next appt at 16 weeks- so late August. I feel like I can take a deep breath now that I saw a real life baby in there, and that we are only a week away from second tri!

How ya feeling: 2 days of no sickness so hoping I'm getting passed the worst of it. Just hot! We're starting to talk names- which is fun!

Any US, bump pics: YES!


GTKY: I feel pretty much the same as I did with my daughter. So it makes me think it's another girl! It's a win win regardless. A boy would be amazing for us, but I feel like another girl (especially so close in age) would be so great for
DD.

[Deleted]

EDD: Feb 3
How many weeks today: 12+3
Appointment plans/results: Had a great N/T scan today and I have a f/u with my OB tomorrow afternoon.
How ya feeling: I feel great. This has so far been an easier pregnancy than my last. We are debating names right now and I think we have settled on Theo for a boy and Poppy is a strong girl contender but not decided yet.
Any U/S, bump pics: I had an U/S today but no pics on my phone.
Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? I strongly feel like I am having another girl.

[monicageller]

EDD: 2/27

How many weeks today: 9 weeks today

Appointment plans/results: nurse appt on 8/5 for history and then another two weeks from them for a regular appt.

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice). Pretty good, a little tired. I had my first food aversion today. I haddinnerplannedthag I normally love but I knew all day long that I want going to be able to eat it. I still made it for DH and DS and I had leftovers, but now I'm sitting on the front porch to escape the smell.

Any U/S, bump pics: I use an ultrasound pic from 8+2 but it doesn't look like much.

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? I keep thinking it's a girl because she'a a drama queen with all the bleeding I had in the beginning. But I also would prefer a girl (already have a son and we're done with 2), so I'm trying to talk myself out of thinking it's a girl because I don't want to be dissappointed if it's a boy.

[cosmicav]

EDD: 02.28.17

How many weeks today: 9 weeks tomorrow!!

Appointment plans/results: I had my appt on Friday, where we discovered that my growing baby is a surviving twin. The lost twin stopped growing before 5weeks. I don't want to be a downer but it kinda sucks, and this is where I am at right now. Next appointment is Aug 18.

How ya feeling: Sick and nauseous AF still. Coping with the confusion and sadness of losing baby's twin. I want to tell people; I don't want that LO to be forgotten... but I also don't want people in my business. I am happy but I am also sad! Ugh it is just confusing and messy.

Any U/S, bump pics:

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? Last pregnancy, I was soo sure I was having a girl (spoiler: it was a boy, lol). So... I know I can't trust my baby boy/girl feels lol. I don't have a "feeling" this pregnancy, but my H says that it's a girl. He refers to baby as "she" regularly. Maybe his instincts are stronger than mine this time. We will see

[sweetieheart32]

cosmicav I'm so sorry about losing one of your babies. Sending big hugs to you 😥

ETA congratulations on your growing beautiful baby of course. Much love.

[zcookiemonster]

cosmicav so sorry about the twin, that's a lot of different emotions to go thru. Happy you got a good pic of babe tho. Hugs girl

[zcookiemonster]

EDD: 2/25

How many weeks today: 9w 2d

Appointment plans/results: not for awhile

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice)

I go back and forth but have been throwing up a lot more. This afternoon was rough. I also get a terrible taste in my mouth and bad breath, yuck. I get RLP whenever I stand up too quickly, like a stab to my pelvic area. And surprisingly I have zero boob pain, it kinda freaks me out bc last time they hurt so bad.

Any U/S, bump pics: just bloat, ain't nobody wanna see that!

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby?
Last time I totally knew it was a boy. I had multiple dreams and just felt it even tho we were team green. No clue yet this time but interested to see if I get dreams again!

[puma1315]

EDD: 2/20

How many weeks today: 10w

Appointment plans/results: July 26th

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice): Overall pretty good. I still have slight nausea and it's been harder than usual for me to wake up in the morning.

Any U/S, bump pics: Nope but if this bloat keeps getting bigger I think I'll have to tell earlier than I wanted.

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? I'm thinking girl due to ST and when I ovulated (really thought there was no way I'd get pregnant). Also due to the nausea I still have which is similar to DD. With DS I had nausea for a week or two and then it was done. However I've been wrong on my other 2 kids so baby is probably a boy.

[notagoddess]

cosmicav, that's a lot to take in. Congratulations on the one healthy baby but I'm sorry about the loss of the second one.

[beachdreamer]

Jul 25, 2016 15:42:10 GMT -5 ls2012 said:

EDD: 2/15

How Far Along: 10w5d

Appts/Results: ultrasound tomorrow afternoon!!!

How Feeling: kind of bleh, nausea everyday for a few hours in the afternoon, but I'm starting to think it's prenatal vitamin-related. Anyone else on extra iron and folic acid on top of their vitamin?

Bump/ scan pics: might have one to share tomorrow evening!

GTKY: I'm going to say boy. I'm probably statistically weird in that the Chinese gender chart has been right for both my daughters and this time it says boy, so that's what I'm going with for now.

I'm on extra folic acid, vitamin D on top of my prenatal.  Plus I take low dose aspirin. I definitely feel ickier after I've taken those few for a little while.  I take my prenatal before bed so I don't tend to notice that one.

[beachdreamer]

EDD: 2/12/17

How many weeks today: 11 weeks 1 day

Appointment plans/results: Next OB appointment is 8/5. I'll be getting the genetic bloodwork (I need to decide which test(s) I want) along with kidney, liver, etc. baselines due to my pre-e risk.

How ya feeling: (Symptoms, cravings, rants, raves, baby names, interesting articles, good buys, other advice) Mostly feeling ok. My breasts are still a little sore and I pee a lot. My pants are getting tight but my weight hasn't changed. I do worry a little about the lack of weight gain, especially since I haven't been sick. Occasional waves of nausea in the evening. All in all, nothing awful.

Any U/S, bump pics: U/s pics are packed away somewhere. I really should start bump pics since it feels like things are starting to change.

Bonus GTKY: Do/did you have a feeling about the sex of the baby? I go back and forth but I'm leaning more toward girl. So far things have been about the same as with DS so I don't have any real reason for leaning that way. Maybe because it's opposite of the Chinese gender chart. (It was wrong with DS too). With DS I primarily thought boy. It doesn't really matter either way. H wants one of each; I like the idea of being a mom to boys. I'm just hoping for a 3rd tri baby this time!

[EmMilAlly]

10w1d

We met with the genetic counselor today and I had my blood drawn for the panorama test. My next appointment isn't for 3 weeks when I have my NT scan and meeting with the OB.

Ive been spotting and today I started cramping a bit. I have a message in to my OB and I hope he can see me tomorrow. I am pretty upset and nervous tonight.

My blump is out of control. I have actually lost weight but I doubt I can hide this much longer. Today I caught my reflection in a window I was totally waddling.

I think girl! We put back a day six embryo and I read those result in slightly more girls, but I also think the baby just feels like a girl. I would be thrilled to have another boy though.

[shawnabm1320]

Oh, cosmicav, that is a lot of news. I'm glad baby is doing well in there, but so sorry to hear about the twin. My sister is a surviving twin in a similar way. My mom told us about it, so it's kind of like the twin will be remembered by us. Hugs to you.

[shawnabm1320]

EmMilAlly, I hope the OB can see you today. Hugs to you as well!

[pivot]

cosmicav Big hugs. I'm so sorry about the loss of your little one, but I am so happy you have a healthy baby in there too!

[allisong87]

EDD - 2/22/17

How many weeks - 9w6d

Appt plans - had an appt last week to try and figure out why I've been spotting and they found a cervical polyp. They assured me it's normal but it still freaks me out. They did a follow up ultrasound to make sure baby is good and the baby is doing great!! I was put on pelvic rest for the time being.

How ya feeling - tired...still nauseated at times...moody... I just really wish this spotting would stop. even though we have a cause it's still unnerving...

GTKY - My H's family does not like making girls... They're all boys including my H and his brother. I've been feeling like its a girl and the Chinese gender chart says the same but I am banking on another boy for us!