**All-CAR Weekly Check-In***

[gratefulgirl]

Thanks for the check-in renegadewhit ! Sorry for the crazy day.

What's your due date? 8/16/2016

How far along are you? Week/fruit or vegetable. 37 weeks (in 40 minutes...need to get to bed), just over 2 weeks to RCS

How are you feeling (physically and/or emotionally)? other than hot, pretty OK. DH is having a rough time with his foot surgery recovery still, so that's stressful.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparations, etc? Hospital bag is mostly packed. More importantly, I froze a deep dish pizza for postpartum today,

Upcoming milestones or appointments? Routine OB 7/27, 8/5. RCS 8/10. Today I bought milk that expires on 8/10.

Do you need any thoughts or prayers? for DH's foot and for his coping mentally. It's been 5 weeks tomorrow and he definitely expected to be making progress. He's really not feeling like he is (I actually think he is but he doesn't believe me and it is verrrry slow).

QOTW: Tell me how you met your spouse/significant other! at a church 20-something group. The pastor introduced us because we went to the same college. He has just broken up with someone, so we didn't start dating for a while afterward.

[WittyLittle]

gratefulgirl Ts&Ps for your H's foot. I hope he starts noticing progress soon. Also some extra hugs for your patience! It can't be easy :/
renegadewhit, thanks for the checkin!

What's your due date? 27th September

How far along are you? Week/fruit or vegetable. 31 weeks, apparently the size of an otter or a foam finger?!

How are you feeling (physically and/or emotionally)? It's been a rollercoaster these past weeks. At 28 weeks we found out that we have IUGR and GD. Her doppler scans have been good but yesterdays showed that the blood flows in her umbilical chord are edging towards abnormal. All we can do is keep an eye on it and intervene if and when necessary. maybe it's a weird way of trying to protect myself, but I don't feel connected yet to this baby and it's really upsetting me.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparations, etc? I've asked DH to put up the crib. We have baby stuff in general and I bought this and that for our little lady, but she won't have a nursery and I think it's part of the bonding problem I'm feeling. Once the crib is up I'm going to put up her wall stickers and make her bed. Hopefully that works. We still need to find a spare dresser to change her on if it's the MOTN, and to keep all her clothes that I got from my sister.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? Had another anatomy scan yesterday to double check we didn't miss something, which she passed except for the placenta issue. Next week Monday or Tuesday we go back for the usual doppler and growth scan.

Do you need any thoughts or prayers? I'm not sure :/ At the moment it's a case of "it is what it is and don't worry until it's time to worry". It could be that she stays fine like this, or that things make a turn. Rollercoaster!

QOTW: Tell me how you met your spouse/significant other! My (Greek) housemate decided to throw a house party but then told my other housemate and I 2 hours before that he had to go to Greece suddenly. He hadn't arranged anything. No snacks, no drinks, house wasn't prepared, etc. My housemate and I ran through the city to grab the things we needed, quickly did hair, makeup and scrambled for outfits and JUST got downstairs when DH and his twin brother rang the doorbell. That was the 1st and only time that he was "on time" for something... so they helped us move couches and get things set up. I never realised they were twins, which got us laughing, and DH and I kept talking the rest of the night

[agpjt413]

Thanks for the check-in, renegadewhit!! Hope the rest of the week isn't too terribly busy for you!!

What's your due date? Aug 12th...which is in 17 days, what?!

How far along are you? Week/fruit or vegetable. 37w4d // winter melon or half of a medium sized pizza

How are you feeling (physically and/or emotionally)? Physically - HOT, large, the usual tail end third tri stuff. Emotionally - I'm ready to hold my rainbow.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparations, etc? Picked up some last minute newborn essentials yesterday from Target & BRU, got the go bag packed, laundered some baby bath stuff and will sanitize bottles, nipples, binkies & breast pump parts today. Oh and yay - made it to the Part II of the birthing and labor class (which is tonight) with LO still baking!

Upcoming milestones or appointments? 38w appointment w/ NST & cervical check this Friday. Let's see how much I've dilated since Friday (I updated mentioning I was 1cm & 50% effaced).

Do you need any thoughts or prayers? Not at the moment, thank you.

QOTW: Tell me how you met your spouse/significant other! We met thru work 12 years ago. We worked for the same company, just out of offices in different states. By pure chance, we were assigned to temporarily relocate to NYC for an extended assignment. Looking back, I cannot believe it was over a decade ago!

[agpjt413]

Omigosh, this RCS is going to be here before you know it, gratefulgirl! Hope YH feels he's had some progress mentally & physically by the time DD3 arrives. I know it can be frustrating but I also know he'll feel ready when time comes. Been keeping you guys in my thoughts since the surgery.

Sending all the positive vibes for an amazing scan next week WittyLittle and all the hugs. I know sometimes it's difficult to feel that connection, but you got this mama. And I love how you and YH met - too cute!

[sarcaztic10]

What's your due date? Bring induced today or tomorrow

How far along are you? Week/fruit or vegetable. 39+3

How are you feeling (physically and/or emotionally)? Super sore and tired physically.

Emotionally I am having a lot of feels... It seems so unreal that after 4 years of loss and IF that I will actually get to hold my take home baby. Adding to that the car accident we were in and all of the fear with my placental abruption and everything after and I can hardly picture what it will be like to hold my healthy baby. I just want everything to go smoothly with my induction, I want my placenta to cooperate and I don't want any crazy emergencies.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparations, etc? We are as prepared as we are going to be... My brother is coming tonight to take care of DS while we are away.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? Today for my last BPP and cervix check. If I am dilated to 3 or more they will induce tomorrow morning. More than likely I will still be nothing and will go in tonight.

Do you need any thoughts or prayers? T&P's for a smooth labor and delivery would be appreciated.

QOTW: Tell me how you met your spouse/significant other!
We were set up. H's friend was my boss at a restaurant I was working at in my first year of college. He kept telling me he had a friend that would be perfect for me. I repeatedly told him no. So, his friend hired H on part time and made me train him. It took awhile for me to warm up to H but I eventually gave in and started dating him. That was about 11 years ago

[glb30]

March 24.

Peppercorn- what is that?? Lol.

Physically, I'm pretty good. Sore boobs and so tired. Some nausea and vomiting. Emotionally, I'm pretty crazy. I'm still so early and super nervous. 2 of my losses were over the next 2 weeks, and I'm on edge constantly.

Today I had my progesterone and betas drawn again. I'm super nervous for the results. This is my 4th beta.

I could use some thoughts/prayers for a nice rise and good doubling time. I've never heard a beta number higher than 1400, and today it needs to be around 2000. 😐

I met my husband in college. He lived with a guy I studied with, and one night after a study sesh, we all went out for drinks. 👍

[glb30]

sarcaztic10 sending all the thoughts for a smooth delivery!!!! So exciting! 😊

agpjt413 so close!!!

@maaseybaby I'm sending positive thoughts and prayers. Be easy in your self. You will eventually connect with your baby! I think it's natural for our minds to want to protect us.

[glb30]

renegadewhit yes- I should have them around 2. Congrats on passing your loss milestone! 😊 I hope you are settling into the new job.

[gratefulgirl]

WittyLittle - so sorry for the stressors. I'll be thinking of you and please update us.
sarcaztic10 - so close! FX for a great induction. Please keep us posted.

[agpjt413]

GAH!!!!!! Omigosh - you're going to have an outside baby soon sarcaztic10!!!! Sending all the positive vibes for a smooth labor & delivery!! Can't wait to meet your rainbow!

[sarcaztic10]

gratefulgirl your RCS is just around the corner! I hope your H starts making big strides in healing soon!

WittyLittle I was riding a similar roller coaster and it's so hard. All of the appts and uncertainty can be tough, sending you (((hugs)))

agpjt413 you are so close! Way to go on getting so much baby prep done!

renegadewhit yay for passing a milestone! I am glad that you are liking your new job so far!

glb30 sending good thoughts and positive vibes for an excellent beta!

ETA: fixing tag

[fionnathehuman]

What's your due date? 9/18/2016


How far along are you? Week/fruit or vegetable.

32+2 weeks. Don't know the fruit but from the US yesterday baby is approximately 4,5pounds!

How are you feeling (physically and/or emotionally)?
Physically I feel tired and my back hurts...
Emotionally I don't even know where to start! Everything around me upsets me...
Besides that I am preparing myself to have my mom here for 2 months... it's gonna be awesome and terrible at the same time.



Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparations, etc?

Us yesterday!! Baby A is head down, approximately 4,5pounds, aaand it looks like he's got some hair! Lol
I am just so happy that everything looks the is supposed to look at the time.


Upcoming milestones or appointments?
I am turning 32 on Sunday!!
My next appointment is in 2 weeks.


Do you need any thoughts or prayers?
With my Bday coming soon I would like to ask for some...
Every time life is good and nothing wrong seems to be on the way, I get a little uneasy...


QOTW: Tell me how you met your spouse/significant other!

Met DH in a bar.
He was so drunk and handsome lol!!

[WittyLittle]

glb30, sending you good beta vibes!!!
sarcaztic10, I can't believe how quickly time has gone!!! Wishing you a smooth and easy delivery. Keeping everything crossed!
renegadewhit, great to hear that you've passed that milestone!
agpjt413, go you! It sounds like you're really ready and prepared! I need to be more like you

[sarcaztic10]

fionnathehuman it's usually one struggle after another with us too so I understand the uneasy feeling. I hope it continues to be smooth sailing for you!

[agpjt413]

Ha ha thanks sarcaztic10 & WittyLittle! I actually feel like I'm a little behind the curve b/c I feel like several ladies on my BMB have so much more done. We don't have any nursery furniture yet! MH said we'll order it tonight so we'll see! We at least have a PNP w/ a portable changing table & RNP for the baby for now. I think that if we do order the furniture tonight, it is supposed to arrive within 3-5 business days. (And FFTC: we still have a few things sitting in the dining room - CAR SEAT!, stroller and a few things) I'm hoping to get the car seat base installed by Friday - H is supposed to be off so hopefully we'll get everything done before my appt at 2:50pm that day!

[agpjt413]

Yay for baby being head down fionnathehuman & happy early birthday! Sending positive vibes - take it easy mama!

Sending good vibes for betas busting through 2K glb30!!!!

[tbonequeen13]

What's your due date? Dec 18ish


How far along are you? Week/fruit or vegetable. 19 weeks/mango



How are you feeling (physically and/or emotionally)? My sugars are getting harder to control and it's frustrating me...it's also hot as the hinges of hades here and it's making me super nauseous



Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparations, etc? just waiting till Aug 3 for the anatomy scan



Upcoming milestones or appointments? Not till Aug 3



Do you need any thoughts or prayers? Thank you but not at this time



QOTW: Tell me how you met your spouse/significant other! We went to school together..we're not sure if we met in middle school or in high school but we had a lot of similar friends...we didn't date until 2 yrs after we graduated HS though.

[glb30]

My betas were 2525!!!! Thanks for all the positive thoughts ladies!!! 😊

[sarcaztic10]

Well, still no progress... Cervix is high and closed. I'm pretty bummed that I have to start the induction with no progress at all. I go in tonight so they can administer cytotec tomorrow morning they will start pitocin.

[agpjt413]

Jul 26, 2016 12:59:54 GMT -5 glb30 said:

My betas were 2525!!!! Thanks for all the positive thoughts ladies!!! 😊

woohoo!!

[glb30]

Jul 26, 2016 14:23:54 GMT -5 sarcaztic10 said:

Well, still no progress... Cervix is high and closed. I'm pretty bummed that I have to start the induction with no progress at all. I go in tonight so they can administer cytotec tomorrow morning they will start pitocin.

I'm sorry there wasn't progress, but I hope everything goes smoothly tonight and tomorrow! I'll be thinking of you!

[agpjt413]

Jul 26, 2016 15:56:33 GMT -5 glb30 said:

Jul 26, 2016 14:23:54 GMT -5 sarcaztic10 said:

Well, still no progress... Cervix is high and closed. I'm pretty bummed that I have to start the induction with no progress at all. I go in tonight so they can administer cytotec tomorrow morning they will start pitocin.

I'm sorry there wasn't progress, but I hope everything goes smoothly tonight and tomorrow! I'll be thinking of you!

+1 Sending all the positive vibes sarcaztic10!!!

[eaglewife]

Hi Everyone! ::Waves to all the Tuesday and August Peeps::

Good luck and vibes to all the mamas checking in here. I guess this will be my first and last All CAR Check in. Baby is coming Friday!

What's your due date? 8/2


How far along are you? Week/fruit or vegetable. 39 weeks today and Watermelon!



How are you feeling (physically and/or emotionally)? Physically worn out, emotionally excited and nervous. I try not to think to hard about the physical side and recovery or I get extremely anxious.



Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparations, etc? Just about all prepped to have this baybay.



Upcoming milestones or appointments? RCS on Friday. Eeeek!



Do you need any thoughts or prayers? Peace and calm and that this little Lucky Charm makes it okay. Thank you



QOTW: Tell me how you met your spouse/significant other! We met through mutual friends in undergrad.  

[agpjt413]

Counting down the days labor buddy!!! All the positive vibes for Friday eaglewife!!

Omigosh that's hilarious about how you and YH met HeyMrsPotter!!!!

[eaglewife]

Thank you HeyMrsPotter and agpjt413!

Annd TWINS HeyMrsPotter! So exciting Congratulations!

[frenchteachermama]

How far along are you? Week/fruit or vegetable.
32W4D



How are you feeling (physically and/or emotionally)?
T.I.R.E.D. Otherwise ok, just really really tired!


Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparations, etc?



Upcoming milestones or appointments?
Had my OB appt yesterday, nothing exciting, baby is on track


Do you need any thoughts or prayers?
Not this week

QOTW: Tell me how you met your spouse/significant other!
We met on the first day of college at the community service day. He has a twin brother and I have a twin sister, we started talking and have been together since second semester freshmen year!

[oldbaylover1024]

Congrats again, sarcaztic10!

eaglewife - Good luck this week! I can't wait to hear about your LO! Hope the RCS goes smoothly tomorrow

gratefulgirl - Sorry YH's foot recovery is still an issue. T&Ps he feels better soon.

Sorry I'm so late this week!

What's your due date? 2/17

How far along are you? 10w6d

How are you feeling (physically and/or emotionally)? Physically I'm still dealing with nausea, but the puking has become less frequent. FX it's on it's way out! And all the tireds. Emotionally I'm anxious. We had our panorama blood work done today, so we should get those results in a week or two. I thought we were having an u/s today, but no dice. Womp womp.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparations, etc? We'll find out the sex in a week or two! I'm clinging to that piece of happy news while I pray for a healthy sweet pea

Upcoming milestones or appointments? Nope - next appointment and u/s isn't until 8/11.

Do you need any thoughts or prayers? Not this week. Send them to all these ladies with upcoming deliveries and appointments

QOTW: We met when we were 14 at a friend's birthday party, and had crushes on each other for years afterward. I thought he was so hot! We started dating our senior year of high school. Despite going to different HSs and different colleges, we still made it out together. We've been married almost 8 years, and I am seriously spoiled. That man is an amazing partner (even if we ruffle each others feathers from time to time LOL).