How far along are you? 27 weeks! 3rd tri by some of the apps and math!
What's new with baby (size, development)? Cucumber, 15 inches.
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy
Name? Elijah
Any upcoming appointments this week? Next week, 28 week appointment
Any new symptoms or changes? Nothing new, still heartburn although fatigue seems to be creeping in again.
Rants/Raves/Questions? My mom bought our car seat and it can this week! We packs up our living room, workshop/extra garage, baby's room, and part of the kitchen this weekend. Slow and steady.
What is the last thing you bought for baby? First Packers Jersey onsie today!!
Did you do anything for yourself this week? Trying to cut down on hours at work so I am only working 40 hours. Easier said than done.
GTKY:Favorite snack food-Chips and beer cheese dip!
Post by applemuffins on Mar 12, 2017 21:00:57 GMT -5
How far along are you? 27 weeks +1
What's new with baby (size, development)? Size of a cauliflower. He can open his eyes again.
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy
Name? Dominic
Any upcoming appointments this week? Nope
Any new symptoms or changes? He's been getting hiccups on the regular now. And he seems much more active than DD was. He seems to be flipping between head up and head down regularly. I could be wrong though. Just guessing based on where I'm feeling the movements, like the hiccups.
Rants/Raves/Questions? Pretty good week overall
What is the last thing you bought for baby? Not sure. Probably some clothes.
Did you do anything for yourself this week? Ha. Haha. Hahahahahaha.
GTKY:Favorite snack food I don't know if I could choose. I'm horrible at snacking and I want all the things. Really just depends what I'm in the mood for. Least favorite is easier: hard pretzels and popcorn.
What's new with baby (size, development)? Rollerblade haha
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy
Name? not yet
Any upcoming appointments this week? Glucose round 2 and rhogam, yay!
Any new symptoms or changes? I'm feeling good. My BFF and H both say I look alot smaller this time around, so I am going to take it as a compliment and roll with it!
Rants/Raves/Questions?
What is the last thing you bought for baby? Clothes. I'm on a BST site and I can't stop myself. I've been purging DD's closet though, so I guess this is my nesting...for now.
Did you do anything for yourself this week? I got a mani and pedi, went to Target and went out to lunch with my BFF on Saturday. No kids! It was divine.
GTKY:Favorite snack food String cheese and fruits snacks LOL
What's new with baby (size, development)? cauliflower, baby is maybe sucking fingers (which 4.5-yr-old DD does and I did as a kid, so that would be cute
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Not finding out
Name? Just need to finalize a boy middle name
Any upcoming appointments this week? Not until 28-week appt next week
Any new symptoms or changes? Way more tired, which happened all of a sudden the past few days and is in line with the 3rd tri hitting. I took naps Friday-Sunday, but of course can't do that most days because of my pesky FT job
Rants/Raves/Questions?
What is the last thing you bought for baby? Bought a rock n play Saturday, and ordered a sound machine on Amazon this weekend since I needed one more item to get next day shipping. I also ordered curtains for the baby room/future home office over the weekend.
Did you do anything for yourself this week? I'm getting my hair blown out this afternoon, which I find really relaxing.
GTKY:Favorite snack food. Sweet potato chips or chocolate
violetrose, grocery shopping without kids totally counts as doing something for yourself I count exercise as something for myself too - funny how the definition of doing something for yourself changes after multiple kids!
cateyes, good luck cutting back on work hours. I actually found it pretty simple after having a baby. Work just didn't seem as important anymore. If I recall, you have a job that's much more important to society than I do (social worker?), but I still believe it's up to the employee to set limits.
applemuffins, I'm feeling more hiccups and rolls too. On Saturday I was reading a book to my kids before their nap and DD was sitting in my lap and had hiccups. Immediately after, I went and laid down to take my own nap and baby had hiccups, which seemed pretty crazy.
lulu783 I have rhogham next week When I tell my kids I have to go to the doctor they always ask if I have to get shots at my appointment, since that's what they associate with the doctor, and they thought it was hilarious when I told them soon I have to get a shot in my butt. Good luck with yours!
Post by applemuffins on Mar 13, 2017 12:38:20 GMT -5
I don't remember getting the rhogam shot in my butt! I thought it was just my arm, but maybe I'm remembering wrong. I remember everyone saying it would be super painful, but it didn't seem any worse to me than any other shot.
I don't remember getting the rhogam shot in my butt! I thought it was just my arm, but maybe I'm remembering wrong. I remember everyone saying it would be super painful, but it didn't seem any worse to me than any other shot.
I feel like I've had a gazillion Rhogham shots between miscarriages/pregnancies, and I've found that sometimes the shot is given at room temperature, which isn't so bad. When it's cold it hurts. I recall being told that it's supposed to be refrigerated until it's given, but I guess if your OB is ready for it they can take it out and let it warm up a bit in advance!
I don't remember getting the rhogam shot in my butt! I thought it was just my arm, but maybe I'm remembering wrong. I remember everyone saying it would be super painful, but it didn't seem any worse to me than any other shot.
I feel like I've had a gazillion Rhogham shots between miscarriages/pregnancies, and I've found that sometimes the shot is given at room temperature, which isn't so bad. When it's cold it hurts. I recall being told that it's supposed to be refrigerated until it's given, but I guess if your OB is ready for it they can take it out and let it warm up a bit in advance!
Yes! I agree!
Also, when DD was born they had to do a blood work up because I was feverish (i think? IDK if I remember that correctly) and they told me she had the same blood as me, A-. My first thought was - those rhogham shots were for nothing!!
sdlaura-thanks! I don't know if society sees it as important but the problem is we are down two workers so everyone's caseloads are just too high. Hopefully they hire some people soon!
Me: 29 DH: 35 NTNP since May 2013 charting since June 2014 dx: Graves disease (radioactive iodine), Crohns disease (abdominal surgeries) MMC October 2015 (9 weeks) Severe MFI diagnosis July 2015
What's new with baby? Size of kale (which happens to be DD's favorite food...bleh).
Boy/girl: Girl
Name? Still working on it. We have a strong possibility though.
Any upcoming appointments this week? Nope
Any new symptoms or changes? Just the cyst that I posted about in the TMI thread. I'll save you the details here. Ouch.
Rants/raves/questions: See next question for my rave!
What is the last thing you bought for baby? We ordered our furniture at Babies R Us tonight. It was on sale for 20% off. Then we opened a credit card there to save an extra 15% off. Then the lady was super nice and gave me my registry completion coupon early for an extra 10% off. We saved almost $800. Plus the 10% cash back gift card that we will get after the baby is born from the registry rewards 😃
Did you do anything for yourself this week? I went to Target by myself on Sunday and wandered for a bit.
GTKY: My all time favorite snack food is popcorn. But I haven't seemed to want it much this pregnancy. Right now I love chips and French onion dip.
Post by trebletrouble13 on Mar 14, 2017 8:41:54 GMT -5
How far along are you? 27 weeks
What's new with baby (size, development)? Baby is the size of a pork pie hat (like Walter White)
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Girl
Name? Eleanor
Any upcoming appointments this week? Just a quick OB visit today. Still waiting to hear when they want me to do the glucose test... I hope they don't try to have me do it today, I can't! My aunt is going to be sitting DS and he is teething and fractious. Grumpy gills boy will want me home ASAP.
Any new symptoms or changes? She is moving around more and punching/putting more pressure on my bladder recently.
Rants/Raves/Questions? I did some yard work this past week because the weather was finally decent. Pulling weeds was uncomfortable.
What is the last thing you bought for baby? DS "helped" pick out a stuffed animal for baby. It was already on the registry and on clearance, so not completely random.
Did you do anything for yourself this week? I got a pedicure with some mom friends on Saturday! My first pedicure in about 2 years!
GTKY: Favorite snack food? Dried apples. I'm currently hooked on the "bare" dried apples from Costco, but when I was growing up, my grandparents would dry apples from their tree. Getting a little bag of dried apples from them was always a treat.
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy
Name? Finnegan (nn Finn)
Any upcoming appointments this week? Glucose test yesterday, but nothing else
Any new symptoms or changes? Lots and lots of movement. I swear he is in a tumbling class in there
Rants/Raves/Questions? I found a Vera Bradley diaper bag at a consignment store yesterday for super cheap and Target gave me a $20 gc for making a registry plus a bag of goodies!
What is the last thing you bought for baby? Diaper bag and clear dish soap yesterday
Did you do anything for yourself this week? DD and I went out to breakfast yesterday after the glucose test and all our bloodwork. I got raspberry melba French toast. So yummy!
What's new with baby (size, development)? Bunch of bananas
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Boy
Name?
Any upcoming appointments this week? Just finished the drink at my glucose screening, now I wait.
Any new symptoms or changes? Having more trouble getting comfortable to sleep at night, and often have trouble falling back asleep after getting up to pee.
Rants/Raves/Questions? I think I might have to stop drinking anything after supper to see if that helps me get more sleep at night.
What is the last thing you bought for baby? A sleeper.
Did you do anything for yourself this week? Can't think of anything.
mreve I've played around with my water drinking strategy for the same reason - to try to get more sleep. And I've found that the counterintuitive strategy works best for me.
I know I'm going to wake up at least once to pee, even if I limit water before bed. And if I limit water before bed, then I'm more likely to not wake up to pee until like 3 or 4 am, and then it's much harder for me to fall back asleep.
But if I drink a ton of water before bed, like two full glasses, then I'm more likely to wake up to pee at like 11 pm or midnight, and then it's easier for me to fall back asleep because I'm still more tired than if I were to wake up later.
Post by lotsoflotts on Mar 14, 2017 11:51:01 GMT -5
How far along are you? 28+1
What's new with baby (size, development)? A rollerblade?
Boy
Name? Still not cemented, but I'm pretty sure it'll end up being the final choice
Any upcoming appointments this week? Nope
Any new symptoms or changes? Looks like this baby likes to cozy up with my lungs. He's been trying to shove himself up there, which leaves me short of breath and suuuuuper uncomfortable. Also, pretty noticeable hiccups! And it's getting a lot harder to get in and out of bed.
Rants/raves/questions? DS1 loved trying to dislocate my ribs when he was in utero, and it's looking like a similar situation with this one. I hated that. Also, my tshirts aren't really fitting anymore so getting dressed to go places is stressing me out. It shouldn't, but it does. Oh, but on the positive side I just bought a foot roller for foot massages and I'm SO EXCITED for it to arrive!!
What is the last thing you bought for baby? Diapers. I decided that I would start stocking up again once I hit third trimester to try to spread out the cost. 2 in diapers isn't cheap...
Did you do anything for yourself this week? I took a long and desperately needed nap on Sunday, and DS1 managed to take an extra long nap at the same time so it was glorious
GTKY:Favorite snack food - depends on the day. Sometimes it's hummus and sugar snap peas, other times it's chips or popcorn or fruit. I wouldn't say no to chocolate!
Post by applemuffins on Mar 14, 2017 15:00:34 GMT -5
I plan to start stocking up on diapers too. I rather buy them now while I'm working than when I'm on unpaid maternity leave. Just have to figure out where to store them...
How far along are you? 26+2 (apparently I never actually did this in Sunday)
What's new with baby (size, development)? Bowling pin, opening her eyes
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Girl
Name? I'm starting to think she will never have a name or even a top 3.
Any upcoming appointments this week? Nope not until the end of the month
Any new symptoms or changes? Nothing new really.
Rants/Raves/Questions? The sleeping, or lack there of. I wake up to get comfortable all the time, then takes forever to fall back asleep.
What is the last thing you bought for baby? I'm trying to be good about buying her all the things. I haven't bought anything for her in a couple weeks. MIL bought her some outfits, a blanket, lovie, headbands, hat, lord knows what else. I do have stuff for her nursery in my amazon cart though!
Did you do anything for yourself this week? I got to take a shower today, does that count? I can only shower when C naps. So if we have a short nap or a car nap, no chances of a shower for me.
GTKY:Favorite snack food- I love all the food!! Chips and guac, soft pretzels with cheese, popcorn are probably my top 3. Sadly we have none of these in my house right now.
What's new with baby (size, development)? Size of bowling pin/butternut squash. Opening eyes!
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Not finding out
Name? TBD
Any upcoming appointments this week? Not for two more weeks
Any new symptoms or changes? Getting pimples in new places. Not liking it. Got side pain from laughing the other night.
Rants/Raves/Questions? Love feeling strong movement. I think the time change came at the worst time. The past few nights I've laid there taking forever to fall asleep, then woken up multiple times (not to pee or anything, just awake). DNW this third tri insomnia I've heard about!
What is the last thing you bought for baby? Props for newborn photos
Did you do anything for yourself this week? Had a glass of wine last night!
GTKY:Favorite snack food - I love snacks! Chips and queso, mozzarella sticks, chips and onion dip, pigs in a blanket....
For everyday snacks, I do crackers and cheese, lentil chips (from NatureBox), nuts.
Post by ihatepizza on Mar 16, 2017 11:02:54 GMT -5
How far along are you? 29 weeks
What's new with baby (size, development)? Size of a Barbie car (although this baby is a little bit smaller)
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Not finding out
Name? Still in progress
Any upcoming appointments this week? Tomorrow I have another ultrasound followed by a consultation with the OB on labour and deliver, kind of nervous about this
Any new symptoms or changes? Lightning crotch, anyone else getting this?
Rants/Raves/Questions? I already ranted the other night so I won't rant again about how hard pregnancy has been. As a rave I am pregnant still and it's 29 weeks, every milestone is so amazing (next one is 35 weeks)
What is the last thing you bought for baby? Diapers !!! In reality I should stop adding to my stash but I wanted to some that would fit a preemie (although it looks like our hospital won't allow cloth diapering until home time)
Did you do anything for yourself this week? I took myself out to lunch yesterday before my appointment (which went super well!!) I love Thai food and it was so nice getting out of the house.
GTKY:Favorite snack food - popcorn 100%, I'm actually not allowed to eat it because of my surgeries/GI issues but there is a place down south that sells popcorn I can eat! I put that chemical salt and vinegar seasoning on it and I'm in heaven.
My other favourite is hummus, I could eat it with a spoon, so so good (I'm going to go eat some now)
Me: 29 DH: 35 NTNP since May 2013 charting since June 2014 dx: Graves disease (radioactive iodine), Crohns disease (abdominal surgeries) MMC October 2015 (9 weeks) Severe MFI diagnosis July 2015
Post by pinecone21 on Mar 16, 2017 14:18:11 GMT -5
How far along are you? Almost 27 weeks
What's new with baby (size, development)? Squash
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Girl
Name? Ugh, DH and I have a horrible time agreeing on names. So far Lily and Nora are on the list, and we just added Danielle this morning.
Any upcoming appointments this week? Nope
Any new symptoms or changes? If I don't sit up straight and brace myself for sneezes, I get this horrible pain in my ribs. So that's fun.
Rants/Raves/Questions? The pregnancy gas is still in full swing. DH said the other night he came to bed after me, lifted up the covers, and was like nope nope nope. Lol
What is the last thing you bought for baby? I don't think I've bought anything yet. We plan to reuse most of DD's stuff
Did you do anything for yourself this week? I got a pedicure last weekend. And I'm loving the new short sleeve maternity shirts I bought. I love when they're long enough that they cover the belly panel of my pants even if the pants slip down a bit.
GTKY:Favorite snack food Every day I bring Triscuits and string cheese to work. I'm liking the balsamic vinegar flavor lately.
Post by teachermomtobe on Mar 16, 2017 16:54:16 GMT -5
How far along are you? 27 weeks (3rd tri by some apps!)
What's new with baby (size, development)? Weighs 2 pounds, size of bunch of bananas/cucumber(?)
Boy/girl/not finding out/haven't found out yet? Girl
Name? Nothing yet
Any upcoming appointments this week? Was supposed to have OB appt today but they had to change it to next week
Any new symptoms or changes? Heartburn is coming back, finding it hard to go back to sleep after my middle of the night pee
Rants/Raves/Questions? Rant: was looking forward to the OB appt today and bumed it was canceled. Rave: holy 3rd tri!
What is the last thing you bought for baby? A onesie at Christmas. We have been good about holding off until after the shower.
Did you do anything for yourself this week? Made soda bread and ate said soda bread. Does that count? lol. Oh! And last Friday I went to dinner with a friend
GTKY:Favorite snack food I mostly have cheese & crackers or hummus. However, I would binge on Cheeze Its or Chex Mix given the chance.
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