It's a new week

[sabrinaml]

You guys know what to do

How far along are you?

What's new with baby (size, development)?

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet?

Name?

Any upcoming appointments this week?

Any new symptoms or changes?

Rants/Raves/Questions?

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby?

GTKY: dream vacation

[applemuffins]

How far along are you? 25 weeks

What's new with baby (size, development)? size of a cauliflower

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? boy!

Name? 90% sure he will be Dominic. MIL will choose his middle name, a Chinese name.

Any upcoming appointments this week? appointment this week. Includes glucose test

Any new symptoms or changes? Started zantac for the heartburn and it helps so much! Gas has returned though. And just feeling like a house. My ankles were a tiny bit swollen this weekend after doing some shopping. I never swelled the first time around, even during the summer

Rants/Raves/Questions? I just feel so huge. I have serious body hang ups this time around. With DD, I gained the correct amount of weight without having to change the way I ate or anything. And it seemed all the weight just went to my belly. This time around, I feel like the weight is everywhere. My back is fat. My knees look fat. Like, wth. My mom said she got big with her boys too. I won't be surprised if I fail my glucose test, honestly. I think she had GD with her boys as well. It just sucks.

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? We went to Ikea to get a few piece of furniture. We aren't doing a whole lot though. We've been collecting some handme downs and I don't know where to put them yet while we wait. Last time, we had DD's crib set up so I was able to throw stuff in there until we had a dresser and such for her... We aren't even going to get a crib for this one until he's a bit older. I don't know.

GTKY: dream vacation African safari!

[cateyes]

How far along are you? 25 weeks!

What's new with baby (size, development)? Size of a rutabaga/ground hog/baseball glove

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy!!

Name? Elijah (Eli)

Any upcoming appointments this week? Nope, not until the 3rd week of March

Any new symptoms or changes? None new really, still dealing with heartburn and lack of sleeping through the night due to bathroom needs.

Rants/Raves/Questions? OUR OFFER ON THE HOUSE GOT ACCEPTED!!! We are hoping to close and move in in early April. We may just have this house put together before baby gets here yet!

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? Buying a house! Lol. Our crib came today as did the stroller and Pack and Play. We also finished our registry

GTKY: dream vacation-Anywhere warm, by a pool, with poolside all inclusive beverage service.

[mreve]

cateyes I love your name choice and a huge congrats on the house!!

[sdlaura]

applemuffins I can identify on feeling huge! It really made me feel better to buy a few new things to wear that fit me well. We only have a few months left until we can start to look normal again!

[lulu783]

How far along are you? 26 weeks

What's new with baby (size, development)? butternut squash

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy

Name? Still haven't figured this out

Any upcoming appointments this week? Nothing until my 2nd GTT and Rhogam shot mid March

Any new symptoms or changes? My fundal height was measuring 2-3cm ahead at my appointment last week. My midwife was thisclose to sending me in for an ultrasound, but we agreed to wait and see how things looked at my next appointment in 4 weeks. I had one rogue week with DD that I measured 3 weeks ahead, so we are holding off for now. Just confirmed my feelings of feeling huge as of late though.

Rants/Raves/Questions?

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? Not much. Talking to DD about her baby brother. She doesn't quite get the concept and thinks everyone has "baby brother" in their bellies.

GTKY: dream vacation. Those over the water huts! A week of doing nothing but hanging out in one of those, swimming, spa treatments and good food with my H would be amazinggggggggg

[lulu783]

applemuffins and sdlaura add me to the feeling huge list! We can commiserate together
cateyes, congrats on the accepted offer!!

[starsandshamrocks123]

applemuffins you have me intrigued about the middle name... your MIL is choosing? I hear ya on the weight stuff. I was like that with DS and have been worried because I havent gained much with DD so far (not bragging, commiserating as I have been there) Sucks when it's nothing you can really control. And I'm sure youre probably just more self conscious about it since it's different this time; as am I... I worry this time that something's wrong! I've lost track of what's "normal"

cateyes congrats on the house!! Sounds like you'll have time to get everything settled. FX it goes smoothly for you!

ETA whoops I really don't want to be that girl that sounds like a jerk about the weight stuff. I struggled with it last time, starting out with a high BMI to begin with, and hearing at every appt that the more I gain the tougher it will be to lose. I hate that this stuff causes anxiety for anyone.. we should be enjoying this time!

[marshian]

cateyes - Congrats on getting the house! So exciting!

[trebletrouble13]

@starsandshamrocks - I'm in the same boat; last time I started out a little overweight and gained 50 lbs. This time I started at the same weight but I'm only up 2 lbs so far, probably partly because of the 15 lbs I lost from morning sickness. My belly is about the same size at this point as last time around, interestingly enough.
Fwiw, I lost most of the baby weight (40 or so) pretty easily/quickly last time, but had to gain some back because it started impacting my milk supply.
My point is basically that everyone gains and grows differently and you do (or gain) what works best for you and your pregnancy.

[violetrose]

How far along are you? 26 weeks, 2 days

What's new with baby (size, development)? butternut squash

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Girl

Name? No idea

Any upcoming appointments this week? None until March 15th

Any new symptoms or changes? Horrible heartburn as always. I'm starting to feel tired all the time again and it's really draining me. Not sleeping well doesn't help either.

Rants/Raves/Questions? Just overall feeling crappy. I have bad body image issues this pregnancy. I feel so big and gross 24/7. I'm gaining weight rapidly and haven't changed my diet much at all. I can't run like I used to so I think that's part of the problem. Just feeling down in the dumps lately.

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? We bought a couple newborn sleepers and onesies this weekend. We didn't have much left over from DD because I gave most of her tiny baby clothes away.

GTKY: dream vacation- Oh man what I would give for a vacation. I would love to spend a week at an all inclusive resort by a beach and just eat whatever I want and drink unlimited cocktails! But something like this won't happen for a very, very long time...

[lotsoflotts]

How far along are you? 26 weeks

What's new with baby (size, development)? A slow loris! Or butternut squash. The baby decided he likes barrel rolls and likes to practice for his audition for Alien in the evenings.

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy

Name? Well we finally started talking about it this week... I started making a list and gave it to DH, he vetoed most of it and we have a tentative option. We'll see if it sticks over the next few weeks.

Any upcoming appointments this week? This afternoon!

Any new symptoms or changes? The return of restless leg syndrome. I was hoping to avoid it, but no such luck. I've been trying to relieve it with massage and stretching just before bed, since I'm still having constipation issues and don't want to up my iron.

Rants/raves/questions? I've been feeling huge this past week too. I'm on track, or at least within a healthy range, for my weight gain, but my clothes are fitting weird - ones that fit fine at this weight and stage of pregnancy last time - and it's been a hit to my confidence. Also, RLS is the devil.

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? Nothing much. Although this baby hears us reading a whole lot more than DS in utero, mainly because DS wants us to read to him all the time. We've mainly been focusing on finishing up DS's new room so we can move him in there and get the guest room set up.

GTKY: dream vacation. A couple months traveling all over New Zealand. We spent two wonderful weeks there for our honeymoon and I desperately want to go back and give it the time it deserves. There are soooo many stunningly beautiful places there!

[lotsoflotts]

cateyes congrats on the house!!!! That must be a huge weight off your mind!

starsandshamrocks123 you don't sound like a jerk. With my first, I hardly gained anything until the end of second trimester, and my OB was constantly on my case about it. I was eating normally, if not more than usual. And then all of a sudden I packed on the pounds like nobody's business and instead of berating me about not gaining enough, I was in trouble for gaining too much. Nothing about how or what I was eating changed. So basically the whole thing just screws with your head and we spend most of the time worrying about whether or not something's wrong.

[marshian]

Add me to the list of people with body image/weight gain issues. I started out overweight. So far I have gained maybe 2 pounds. Depends on when I weigh, what I ate the day before, etc. I can fluctuate 2 pounds up or down within a week. My H is concerned I haven't gained weight, but my uterus is growing, baby is growing, and who knows, I could start gaining and not stop at any point.

Our bodies will all do what they need to grow our babies. The best we can do is make healthy food choices most of the time and exercise as much as we can.

ETA: I don't want to sound like I'm bragging with the lack of weight gain. I'm actually extremely surprised since I usually gain weight very quickly and then struggle to lose it. I'll take what I can get!

[teachermomtobe]

cateyes, congrats on the house!! That must be such a relief!

I'm so sorry that so many of us are having body issues this week. I get really uncomfortable when people talk about my bump size and I'm small! I think pregnancy is such a body mind F*** for most women, regardless of how you "usually" look.

[applemuffins]

You guys don't seem insensitive. I know a lack of weight gain can be a huge concern too!!

I did actually get a few new tops over the weekend. They aren't great. I wore one today, and while I got tons of compliments on it, tons of people told me I look big too... one person said I look bigger than I did on friday. Boo. Burning it all!

And yes, mil will pick the middle name, although with our approval. Dh doesn't k own enough Chinese names to choose one, and I'm as white as white gets so I definitely can't choose one lol

[sabrinaml]

You can add me to the list of people with body images/weight issues. When I was expecting DS I was never this self conscious. Most days I am in a fleece or hoodie to "hide" my bump. And maybe that's because I don't feel like it's a bump, just fat. By the end of the day I feel like an Oompa Loompa. Last night H and I were laying in bed and he put his hand in my belly and said "look at this big 'ole belly" I know he meant it in a loving/affectionate way, but all I could think of was how fat I look.

cateyes, congrats on the house!! Wishing you a speedy/uneventful closing.

[sabrinaml]

Meant to actually do this yesterday after I started the thread but never got a chance.

How far along are you? 24+1

What's new with baby (size, development)? Atlantic puffin. We hit our 1st viability milestone yesterday as well.

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Girl

Name? Haven't discussed names with DH yet. I'm loving Scarlet but I think he's just meh on it. We won't have a set name until she's here.

Any upcoming appointments this week? Wednesday morning. I think I get to schedule my C-section then too! (Though it could be bumped up if my placenta doesn't move)

Any new symptoms or changes? Not new. Charlie horses, heartburn, overly emotional

Rants/Raves/Questions? Just excited to pick out baby's birthday

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? We bought all the supplies needed to start working on fixing the drywall in the nursery. I've picked up a few more outfits and picked a theme for the nursery.

GTKY: dream vacation- I'd love to go back to the Dominican Republic. H and I went for our honeymoon and it was so beautiful. This time around I'd love if a group of us went (kids optional). Ocean, lots of good booze and food. (All inclusive is a must)
My other dream trip would be to Poland/Germany to see the concentration camps. I've always been fascinated by the holocaust. (It's probably my "favorite" history topic)

[teachermomtobe]

sabrinaml, June 9th is a good day It's my anniversary!

[PA Mom]

How far along are you? 23 weeks

What's new with baby (size, development)? grapefruit

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy

Name? Finnegan Louis we think

Any upcoming appointments this week? None until the 7th for fetal echo with MFM and had a regular OB one last Thursday

Any new symptoms or changes? He definitely "popped" last weekend and you can tell I am pregnant not just chubby now

Rants/Raves/Questions? He is much more active and I love it! DD had her placenta in a weird place so she was hard to feel

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? Picking up random things for his room, started his baby book, and bought him the cutest hat at TJ Maxx for 69 cents

GTKY: dream vacation: Greece! For the history and the beautiful islands

[cheezee]

How far along are you? 24+3

What's new with baby (size, development)? An ear of corn and hooray for viability!

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy

Any upcoming appointments this week? See below...3 hour glucose test on Thursday. Ugh.

Any new symptoms or changes? Eh not really.

Rants/Raves/Questions? Just got a call that I failed my 1 hour glucose test. Dang it!! It was 162 and they told me passing is less than 140. Boo. So I have to do the 3 hour fasting test. That just sounds like pure torture. I'm just nervous now and hoping for good results. I remember barely passing with DD and I just didn't have a good feeling about this one. So I guess I'm not that surprised.

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? Finally picked a paint color and will hopefully start making some progress on the nursery. Still doing a lot of purging of DD's clothes. Finalizing the registry before shower invites go out.

GTKY: dream vacation - I want to stay in one of those over water bungalows in Bora Bora. Turks and Caicos sounds delightful as well.

[teachermomtobe]

cheezee, sorry you have to do the 3 hour test! What color did you pick for the nursery?

[PA Mom]

I forgot my rant. Fifth disease is going around my school and that makes me nervous as a pregnant woman. Also, DD has been getting random fevers since she had double pneumonia 6 weeks ago. I have had her back to the doctor twice thinking random sicknesses. I decided they need to figure something out because this is making me nervous. They are seeing her tomorrow for a full check-up and probably bloodwork.

[mreve]

cheezee sorry about the 3 hour glucose test. I failed the one hour with DS and started sobbing when they called to say I had to do the long one. I ended up passing the 3 hour, and I really hope you do too! I go in for the 1 hour next week, and am really really hoping that's it this time.

PA Mom I hope everyone in your household stays healthy and you can get some answers about your DD.

[eucalyptus]

How far along are you? 26 weeks

What's new with baby (size, development)? Baby is the size of a butternut squash or a bowling pin

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Don't know

Name? Not picking until it's born

Any upcoming appointments this week? None

Any new symptoms or changes? Having some Braxton Hicks and some leaking from my breasts

Rants/Raves/Questions? I am feeling very tired this week

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? Nothing this week

GTKY: Probably South Africa

[honda13]

cheezee, sorry about the three hour test. FX that you pass and that's the end of that.

[trebletrouble13]

How far along are you? 25 weeks!

What's new with baby (size, development)? She is the size of the head of Thor's hammer! Or a bag of microwaved popcorn.

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Girl!

Name? Eleanor (Ellie)

Any upcoming appointments this week? Nope. Next appointment is next Wednesday for an US to check baby's growth and amniotic fluid (which was low normal at my AS).

Any new symptoms or changes? Lots of movement, just little pokes and shifts. I don't remember DS being quite this active.

Rants/Raves/Questions? No word from the OB yet about when they want me to come in and do my glucose test. I'm concerned that they will spring it on me at an appointment and I will have just eaten something chocolate.

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? Updated my inventory of clothes from DS that we can use for baby DD. Itching to get started on DS's new room, but I have to wait until Spring Break for my inlaws to pick up the bed that is in our guest room.

GTKY: dream vacation - I want to go to Ireland again. I went there for a summer study abroad program almost 10 years ago and loved it. There is talk of a 10-year reunion in 2019 and DH and I are talking about maybe going over for it.

[mreve]

How far along are you? 25 weeks

What's new with baby (size, development)?

Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy

Name? Nothing yet

Any upcoming appointments this week?Nope

Any new symptoms or changes? Same old

Rants/Raves/Questions? I'm really boring this week apparently!

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? Still nothing, although March suddenly seems a lot closer to June than February!

GTKY: dream vacation - I'd love to go to Germany and Austria again, there was so much more I want to see there.

[eucalyptus]

Feb 28, 2017 15:33:56 GMT -5 mreve said:

How far along are you? 25 weeks

What's something new you are doing to get ready for baby? Still nothing, although March suddenly seems a lot closer to June than February!

No kidding!

[cheezee]

Feb 27, 2017 20:09:39 GMT -5 teachermomtobe said:

cheezee, sorry you have to do the 3 hour test! What color did you pick for the nursery?

It's a navy blue color - I think it's called Victory Blue.

Thanks ladies...I'm dreading the 3 hr test and getting more anxious every day about passing. I'm getting the nervous NICU nurse brain.