We are talking about a bigger house that would allow my mom to move in with us. Not something I'm 100% sold on but eventually she will have to live with us and in a 4000 sq foot house she can have a big ole MIL suite and we could still have a ton of space for us and the kids.
[ High Risk for Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy - Fight the Itch Save a Life Kayden October 21, 2012 and Mira August 16, 2014 Angels Lucas, Serena, and Ana
Anyone else already getting uncomfortable when they are sleeping at night? Sometimes I wake up and my uterus feels sore from the way I was positioned. I'm not sleeping on my stomach either. I feel like it's a little early to already be so uncomfortable.
Anyone else already getting uncomfortable when they are sleeping at night? Sometimes I wake up and my uterus feels sore from the way I was positioned. I'm not sleeping on my stomach either. I feel like it's a little early to already be so uncomfortable.
Umm yes. I have been sleeping with my pregnancy pillow but have noticed it takes me a little bit to get comfortable. I also wake up because my hips have fallen asleep.
Massage as amazing but I know I'm going to be sore from it tomorrow. I so badly wanted a chocolate M&M blizzard from DQ but the line was so long. So I went to Sonic. They got my order wrong and gave me an Oreo Cheesecake shake instead of Oreo Chocolate. It was ok but way too cheesecakey.
Found out that while rain boots are adorable and functional for outside, they are very impractical for driving! I can't bend my ankle very well and so I either slam the gas or brakes, not much of a smooth transition.
This is why I always have slippers in my car...I drive long distances for work, so I just slip my slippers on to drive and put whatever shoes/boots back on when I'm done 😀
Married to dh since 2012. Ttc journey: Miscarriage at 8 weeks February 2013 DD born march 2014 Miscarriage at 6 weeks September 2015 Miscarriage at 16 weeks, our angel Sebastian 1/23/16 Pregnancy number 5!! Edd 9/2/17 (my moms brithday!)
TTC since July 2014. CP March 2015. IVF #1 March 2016, 5R, 3M, 2F with ICSI. Transferred 2 on day 3. CP. Surprise BFP and then CP August 2016 (prep cycle for IVF). IVF #2: zero eggs retrieved IVF #3: 6R, 5M, 5F, 3 (2 8A and 1 11A) transferred, one "B" graded embryo frozen on day 5. BFP (at home 7dp3dt, confirmed 14dp3dt with 1552 beta) and U/S at 5w5d, 2 sacs and 2 yolks!
I checked in earlier and didn't write anything because emotional. It's a long, sordid tale (not that long or sordid but legitimately not worth sharing). My best friend had a baby! And I'm thrilled but I'm sad that I can't be there for her and sad for myself and jealous of her med-free, fast labor. So lots of feelings today.
And I'm 100% over having daily headaches so that's a pregnancy symptom that can GTFO.
Isn't labor/birth jealousy the strangest thing? Recently a friend of mine was planning a low key home birth for her first baby and I was thinking to myself "Oh, she has no idea what she's in for!" Well, the day came and she had a four hour labor with only a tiny graze, then she showered in her own shower and slept in her own bed. I was so happy for her but also ridiculously jealous. How does that even happen?
salmon2017, I'm sorry you're at a low point. I've had similar thoughts lately and definitely recommend talking to someone, either informally or professionally, to get it all out. I also agree with leviosa about self care. I find that the times I snap at DS are usually more about my unfulfilled wants/needs in that moment than his actual behavior. When I'm in a good place I'm much more likely to remember that his actions (although infuriating) are consistent with his developmental capabilities and to gently redirect or nudge him along a different path. But that mindset can be really difficult to maintain with so many competing demands and a busy schedule to keep up with. Toddler time and real life time just don't compute sometimes.
On a side note, I'm reading an interesting book about child development and the child/parent relationship called The Gardener and the Carpenter by Alison Gopnik. I've tended to avoid parenting books so far but this was recommended to me and I like where it's going.
@wicky, I have the same feeling. We have a DS, who I love more than anything, but I really want one of each (I have one brother). I am terrified of finding out and being disappointed. I can't imagine not loving this child more than anything, but I know if it is a boy my initial reaction will be a little sadness. My DH also wants to be done after this one, and I think if we had a DD, I would be more okay with that, if we have another boy, I might want to think about it more...
In other news, my early GD test came back normal...now just need another one at 28 weeks...that orange stuff is gross.
WRT struggling with the "what will it be and how will I feel" question . . . for me this is why I couldn't be team green (although I love the concept). If I am going to be at all disappointed, I want to get over that at 20 weeks, so that I am pure excitement when the baby arrives. I would so hate to feel anything but joy at the birth.
DD lost and born 9/18/2013 at 24 weeks (Trisomy 18) DS born 6/16/2015 (at 39 weeks 6 days, after emergency cerclage at 23 weeks and 14 weeks of bed rest)
Post by laurenash323 on Apr 4, 2017 8:45:43 GMT -5
Had my routine OB exam this morning. I had my last cervical check 2 weeks ago, so I'm due for another. They were able to squeeze me in for my AS too! So excited to see baby and know he's growing as he should be. I can't believe I'm almost halfway there. Since my cerclage will come out around 36 weeks, I'm telling myself I am halfway there though haha. I'm making DH have everything ready around the house for 36 weeks just in case we go into labor after removal.
Married to dh since 2012. Ttc journey: Miscarriage at 8 weeks February 2013 DD born march 2014 Miscarriage at 6 weeks September 2015 Miscarriage at 16 weeks, our angel Sebastian 1/23/16 Pregnancy number 5!! Edd 9/2/17 (my moms brithday!)
Had my routine OB exam this morning. I had my last cervical check 2 weeks ago, so I'm due for another. They were able to squeeze me in for my AS too! So excited to see baby and know he's growing as he should be. I can't believe I'm almost halfway there. Since my cerclage will come out around 36 weeks, I'm telling myself I am halfway there though haha. I'm making DH have everything ready around the house for 36 weeks just in case we go into labor after removal.
Good luck! Let me know how the cerclage looks (and baby too of course!).
Last time I had my hospital bag with me the day the cerclage came out, and I sat in the lobby for 2 hours after it was removed. Nothing happened for another 3 weeks haha. On the other hand a friend of mine's son was born mere days after the cerclage was removed. So I will be prepared just in case again this time!
DD lost and born 9/18/2013 at 24 weeks (Trisomy 18) DS born 6/16/2015 (at 39 weeks 6 days, after emergency cerclage at 23 weeks and 14 weeks of bed rest)
WRT struggling with the "what will it be and how will I feel" question . . . for me this is why I couldn't be team green (although I love the concept). If I am going to be at all disappointed, I want to get over that at 20 weeks, so that I am pure excitement when the baby arrives. I would so hate to feel anything but joy at the birth.
I'm the complete opposite, this is why I am ok being team green this time. I realized that once that baby actually arrives there is absolutely zero disappointment at this amazing tiny human that you just created.
Although, I'm pretty sure we aren't going to stay team green for long. DH reallllyyyyyy wants to find out & I'm pretty sure that I won't be able to change his mind before our AS.
WRT struggling with the "what will it be and how will I feel" question . . . for me this is why I couldn't be team green (although I love the concept). If I am going to be at all disappointed, I want to get over that at 20 weeks, so that I am pure excitement when the baby arrives. I would so hate to feel anything but joy at the birth.
I think the kind of disappointment one feels finding out at the anatomy scan wouldn't happen at the birth. I can't imagine anyone being disappointed when they are holding that little newborn in their arms.
Post by luciddreamer on Apr 4, 2017 10:42:46 GMT -5
We started potty training a few weeks ago and DS and he's doing great! I was worried about daycare because they have lots of kids to watch, but they do a great job and he never has accidents there. At home, he will every couple of days bc he gets plays and doesn't want to listen to our prompting. That's something that we need to work on. And he has issues sometimes pooping on the potty. I think it freaks him out, I guess more than having poop go down his leg. Eww.
We started potty training a few weeks ago and DS and he's doing great! I was worried about daycare because they have lots of kids to watch, but they do a great job and he never has accidents there. At home, he will every couple of days bc he gets plays and doesn't want to listen to our prompting. That's something that we need to work on. And he has issues sometimes pooping on the potty. I think it freaks him out, I guess more than having poop go down his leg. Eww.
Congrats, sounds like great progress! My DS is the total opposite. He will NEVER have a poo accident, but still usually has one pee accident per day. He tells us when he needs to poo, but I also kind of know his bowel schedule. So if he hasn't announced a need to poo, I just take him to the toilet and give him some books. Usually the poo comes out within 10 mins or so.
DD lost and born 9/18/2013 at 24 weeks (Trisomy 18) DS born 6/16/2015 (at 39 weeks 6 days, after emergency cerclage at 23 weeks and 14 weeks of bed rest)
Had my routine OB exam this morning. I had my last cervical check 2 weeks ago, so I'm due for another. They were able to squeeze me in for my AS too! So excited to see baby and know he's growing as he should be. I can't believe I'm almost halfway there. Since my cerclage will come out around 36 weeks, I'm telling myself I am halfway there though haha. I'm making DH have everything ready around the house for 36 weeks just in case we go into labor after removal.
Good luck! Let me know how the cerclage looks (and baby too of course!).
Last time I had my hospital bag with me the day the cerclage came out, and I sat in the lobby for 2 hours after it was removed. Nothing happened for another 3 weeks haha. On the other hand a friend of mine's son was born mere days after the cerclage was removed. So I will be prepared just in case again this time!
Baby and cerclage look great. I'm finally starting to really be happy about this pregnancy. Today I've caught myself smiling out of excitement and I haven't done that at all.
Married to dh since 2012. Ttc journey: Miscarriage at 8 weeks February 2013 DD born march 2014 Miscarriage at 6 weeks September 2015 Miscarriage at 16 weeks, our angel Sebastian 1/23/16 Pregnancy number 5!! Edd 9/2/17 (my moms brithday!)
We started potty training a few weeks ago and DS and he's doing great! I was worried about daycare because they have lots of kids to watch, but they do a great job and he never has accidents there. At home, he will every couple of days bc he gets plays and doesn't want to listen to our prompting. That's something that we need to work on. And he has issues sometimes pooping on the potty. I think it freaks him out, I guess more than having poop go down his leg. Eww.
We were fully potty trained at home and daycare was a disaster so now we're all of a sudden not potty trained at all. I feel like a mom-failure you wouldn't believe.
I'm 16 weeks today (yay!) but I'm still finding myself so guarded. We had an OB appointment yesterday and HB sounded good.
DD has been telling the whole world about my pregnancy, and I had to put a stop to it last night. She told the mom she babysits for about my plans to make baby food. That sent me over the edge. I know she's excited, and I am too, but I'm just not ready for all the information sharing.
I haven't even told one of my best friends yet. I also haven't told my MIL (late DH's mom)... I'm sure she'll be happy for me, but it's so bittersweet.
TTC since '08 ME: PCOS, late DH: CBAVD due to CF IVF #1-6 all fresh cycles, all BFN Lost DH in 2015 due to CF Met SO and started TTC again SO: quality issues, started Clomid BFP 1/13/17, natural cycle (!) Due 9/19/17
DD lost and born 9/18/2013 at 24 weeks (Trisomy 18) DS born 6/16/2015 (at 39 weeks 6 days, after emergency cerclage at 23 weeks and 14 weeks of bed rest)
We started potty training a few weeks ago and DS and he's doing great! I was worried about daycare because they have lots of kids to watch, but they do a great job and he never has accidents there. At home, he will every couple of days bc he gets plays and doesn't want to listen to our prompting. That's something that we need to work on. And he has issues sometimes pooping on the potty. I think it freaks him out, I guess more than having poop go down his leg. Eww.
We were fully potty trained at home and daycare was a disaster so now we're all of a sudden not potty trained at all. I feel like a mom-failure you wouldn't believe.
Oh no! This happened to us about a month ago (refer to STM thread for details). We persevered at home and went back to diapers at daycare and DS seems to be compartmentalizing OK so far. Going to try again at daycare next week now that he is more confident.
DD lost and born 9/18/2013 at 24 weeks (Trisomy 18) DS born 6/16/2015 (at 39 weeks 6 days, after emergency cerclage at 23 weeks and 14 weeks of bed rest)
We were fully potty trained at home and daycare was a disaster so now we're all of a sudden not potty trained at all. I feel like a mom-failure you wouldn't believe.
Oh no! This happened to us about a month ago (refer to STM thread for details). We persevered at home and went back to diapers at daycare and DS seems to be compartmentalizing OK so far. Going to try again at daycare next week now that he is more confident.
I actually saw that thread (it was a bit before I was ready to be active).
We've been out of town the last two weekends in a row but this weekend we're home the whole time so I'm hopeful.
Just got some bummer news. When DS#2 arrives I will need to find school for DS#1 closer to home (current school/daycare is near work which is 20 miles away). Two weeks ago I found a program at a church around the corner that is 9-3 4 days a week, and highly rated. Perfect! Enough time that he will get some socialization and I won't be overwhelmed with toddler + newborn, but not a full daycare program like he is in now. So I emailed, they sent all the registration details, and I set up a tour for tomorrow.
For some reason it occurred to me this morning that they never actually mentioned whether they have an opening for DS#1 starting in September. Just called - turns out they don't. They have a waiting list of 12 kids. Sigh. Back to the drawing board.
DD lost and born 9/18/2013 at 24 weeks (Trisomy 18) DS born 6/16/2015 (at 39 weeks 6 days, after emergency cerclage at 23 weeks and 14 weeks of bed rest)
Just got some bummer news. When DS#2 arrives I will need to find school for DS#1 closer to home (current school/daycare is near work which is 20 miles away). Two weeks ago I found a program at a church around the corner that is 9-3 4 days a week, and highly rated. Perfect! Enough time that he will get some socialization and I won't be overwhelmed with toddler + newborn, but not a full daycare program like he is in now. So I emailed, they sent all the registration details, and I set up a tour for tomorrow.
For some reason it occurred to me this morning that they never actually mentioned whether they have an opening for DS#1 starting in September. Just called - turns out they don't. They have a waiting list of 12 kids. Sigh. Back to the drawing board.
That's a big bummer. If you really love it though, I think I would still put his name on the waiting list (depending on how much you have to pay to reserve a spot - that makes a difference too). Would you continue to use this place after you go back to work (if that's your plan) or would it have just been a temporary solution anyway?
fiercemo, hugs. I'm in the same boat over here. AL/IF brain really messes with you sometimes. Also, remember that you aren't required to feel any specific type of way.
Just got some bummer news. When DS#2 arrives I will need to find school for DS#1 closer to home (current school/daycare is near work which is 20 miles away). Two weeks ago I found a program at a church around the corner that is 9-3 4 days a week, and highly rated. Perfect! Enough time that he will get some socialization and I won't be overwhelmed with toddler + newborn, but not a full daycare program like he is in now. So I emailed, they sent all the registration details, and I set up a tour for tomorrow.
For some reason it occurred to me this morning that they never actually mentioned whether they have an opening for DS#1 starting in September. Just called - turns out they don't. They have a waiting list of 12 kids. Sigh. Back to the drawing board.
I think the kind of disappointment one feels finding out at the anatomy scan wouldn't happen at the birth. I can't imagine anyone being disappointed when they are holding that little newborn in their arms.
This!
I was TG last time and I was hoping for a girl only because I never could imagine myself with a son. When my H announced it was a boy, I was so surprised (not disappointed). He then melted my heart the moment I saw him and heard him cry. Now, I couldn't imagine it any other way. He is a total momma's boy, and such a little cuddle bug.
I'm kind of excited for this feeling. I feel like boys tend to cling to their mamas and girls to their dads. Dd of course clings to both of us, but I think it's that opposite sex thing that makes the bond that much different. I'm excited to see what having a boy is all about.
Married to dh since 2012. Ttc journey: Miscarriage at 8 weeks February 2013 DD born march 2014 Miscarriage at 6 weeks September 2015 Miscarriage at 16 weeks, our angel Sebastian 1/23/16 Pregnancy number 5!! Edd 9/2/17 (my moms brithday!)
I'm 16 weeks today (yay!) but I'm still finding myself so guarded. We had an OB appointment yesterday and HB sounded good.
DD has been telling the whole world about my pregnancy, and I had to put a stop to it last night. She told the mom she babysits for about my plans to make baby food. That sent me over the edge. I know she's excited, and I am too, but I'm just not ready for all the information sharing.
I haven't even told one of my best friends yet. I also haven't told my MIL (late DH's mom)... I'm sure she'll be happy for me, but it's so bittersweet.
I just want to feel more confident and excited!
I feel ya! I'm 18w3d (2 weeks after my loss milestone), have seen the baby at least a dozen times and I'm still so scared. My thoughts on this are...if something is going to go wrong, me being excited or guarded will not stop it from happening. So all I can choose is to be excited and hopeful in this pregnancy. To buy clothes. To name this baby. To plan that I will bring him home...because odds are we will. Yes there is a chance we might not, but there is always that chance. Being happy is what I choose.
I'm sorry for getting preachy, but I just know the worrying will not change the outcome, but I would rather channel my energy/anxiety/fear into this happy time, than to let it slip away worrying.
Married to dh since 2012. Ttc journey: Miscarriage at 8 weeks February 2013 DD born march 2014 Miscarriage at 6 weeks September 2015 Miscarriage at 16 weeks, our angel Sebastian 1/23/16 Pregnancy number 5!! Edd 9/2/17 (my moms brithday!)
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