STM+ Tuesday Check In!

[Sparkly]

I'm going to do a check in for those of us who are coming at this for the second, third, or fourth time around. It's a whole new ball game when chasing toddlers and keeping up with schedules for your other littles and all you want to do is sleep/puke/nothing...you name it. If anyone has any ideas for questions to add, let me know!


Age of LO(s):

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?:

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?:

Symptoms/Rants/Raves:

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)?

[germaphobe]

Age of LO(s): She will be two in June

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: 4 months

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: Nothing too different yet. I know it will be tough but I want to enjoy this pregnancy because it will be my last.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: Exhausted and SUPER irritable

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? Everywhere!!! Although because of glorious hand me downs I haven't had to do too much shopping for E.

[dizzycooks]

May 12, 2015 6:50:21 GMT -5 Sparkly said:

Age of LO(s): dd1 - 3 yo; dd2 - 15 mo

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: We were never preventing so...15 months?

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?:  Nothing different, just less time to relax.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves:  Nausea, I actually thought I was going to puke this morning.  We haven't told the kids yet, but dd1 is going to be so excited!  She can't keep her mouth shut though, so she will find out when we are ready to tell the world.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)?  I love Carters clothes.  I like gap kids too, but it's so expensive unless you find a great sale.  Oh and garage sales.  Lots of garage sales.

[sconnie2015]

Age of LO(s): She's 27 months

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: This is our first month off BC. Happened pretty much the same way with DD as well. I am a person that is beyond thankful that BC exists (otherwise I'd be that weird 19 Kids and Counting lady).

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: Much calmer. I don't spend most of my day thinking/worrying that something will go wrong.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: I must eat ALL THE FOOD. My biggest challenge so far is forcing myself to just eat like normal. Occasionally I'm so tired I can hardly function, but I'm feeling pretty normal this morning. Except that I would happily eat a cheese burger right now.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? Everywhere!!! My most favorite is Janie and Jack because the clothes are beyond beautiful. However, my wallet really can't handle that place.

[Deleted]

Age of LO(s):2.5 year old twin boys

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: 5 Months

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?:Just trying to eat better and get a lot of water. Last pregnancy I had a huge milk craving and ended up blocking up my kidneys a few times. I'm trying to watch my calcium intake, just in case I get the same craving this time around.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves:bloated, fatigue, gassy.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)?Old Navy and Joe Fresh. I think my kids own one of everything from Old Navy!

[missglitz]

Age of LO(s): 5

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: 19 months, 13 cycles

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: well, with our first we didn't know very much about how all this worked so we told everyone really early. We are doing this this time so we are just enjoying knowing and having a little secret to ourselves

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: in general I'm pretty tired. The nausea has really set in which I didn't have it all last time.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? Many good choices for boys in our area so I usually try clearance racks at great consignment stores or big department stores. But I recently come across the children's section at H&M and it's pretty awesome.

[Sparkly]

Age of LO:   17 months on the 19th

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?:   about 6 months - it happened on my 4th cycle postpartum, with one of those TTA December EDDs

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first pregnancy)?:   I'm trying to "keep up" better this time, especially during first tri. I am not feeling great, but dinner has to be made, laundry has to be done, have a lot on my plate at work right now, etc. Two years ago I was able to wallow in my exhaustion and sickness a little bit more, but that's just not an option right now.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves:   the nausea has set in full force this morning... I feel awful.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid?  Carter's, Target, Gap, Old Navy, Gymboree on occasion. I LOVE Tea Collection and spend WAY too much money on their site whenever they have coupons or sales. I also pick up random things here & there at the local kids' stores/boutiques in town.

[leggomyeggo]

Age of LO(s): 4

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: 1st month off BC

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: I'm really nervous...

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: No symptoms. I keep feeling like I'm maybe a little nauseous, but then I think it's all in my head. Like I'm somehow willing myself to feel sick. I can't tell if I'm bloated/gassy from pregnancy or the broccoli I ate the other day. I also keep examining my boobs from every angle to see if they look bigger. Nope, just the same flat pancakes they were before

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? Target, Old Navy, The Children's Place.

[walkek85]

Age of LO(s): DS-14 months on the 18th

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: 1 Month, first PP cycle

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: I'm truly more relaxed this time around. I was really anxious with DS that something bad was going to happen but this time around I'm not paranoid.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: I feel 100% normal except for fatigue. It's still too early for more symptoms to start (sore boobs, nausea, etc.)

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? I really love clothes from Gap kids/baby. Target's pants are great and The Children's place has good jeans.

[Lollipop]

Age of LO(s):

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?:

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?:
I'm not.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves:
I'm dying. The nausea is killing me. I hate feeling pukey without actually throwing up.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)?
I'm cheap. Wal-mart mostly. Sometimes Once Upon a Child, sometimes Children's Place. Depends on if there's good sales but 9 times out of 10, we grab him an outfit or two when we're getting everything else at Walmart

[ilovewine]

May 12, 2015 6:50:21 GMT -5 Sparkly said:

Age of LO(s): DS will be 3 next month

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: 3 months, but we were trying to avoid a January due date... Oops

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: I'm still nervous like last time, but I'm a little more calm. The first trimester is hard.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: I feel pretty good. I'm tired and my boobs hurt. My bra is feeling tight and I am so bloated already. I can't even button my pants.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? My son is spoiled by his grandmas and my sister. DH and I don't buy him clothes that often. 

[blondemum]

Age of LO(s): he'll be 15 months in a few days

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: one month (it happened quickly with DS too)

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: So far this one feels exactly the same as the first. I'm hoping to have a much healthier pregnancy this time around, last time I just pigged out and sat around and got huge. This time I want to be healthy, eat good, work out, etc. we'll see how long that lasts

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: Nothing too bad yet.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? Carters & Once Upon A Child are my favorite stores to go to. I don't have a favorite 'brand' for him, just like fun pieces.

[icequeen]

Age of LO(s): 18 months today!

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: 9 months

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: I would like to try prenatal yoga and be less stressed overall this pregnancy. So far I'm not off to a very good start, lol!

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: SO tired, waves of nausea, decreased appetite, cramping, irritable

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? Carters, TJ Maxx, Walmart, BRU, Gymboree

[walkek85]

Happy Birthday to your LO icequeen

[amandflo]

Age of LO(s): DD1 is 5 years and 3 months, DD2 is 3 years and 4 months.

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: Two IVF cycles

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: I'm actually one of the few people I think to actually have more time this pregnancy than in their other pregnancies since I'm now a SAHM. I definitely want to do some prenatal yoga and eat more healthy.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: I've not really had many symptoms yet; so far I'm just tired with sore boobs, though I did have some cramping yesterday.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? For just everyday stuff I tend to go to a supermarket or Primark. For nicer clothes I tend to shop in Next.

[Lsquared]

Age of LO(s): 15 months

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: We were not trying/not preventing for about 6 months. Not sure why I was surprised when I got my BFP!

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy?): much less anxious than first time around

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: no symptoms per se...I noticed a "full" feeling today in my lower belly. I'm also easily annoyed with EVERYONE haha

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? Gap, Old Navy, Carters, Target, Janie and Jack on occasion, Macy's sale section, and Nordstrom Rack has some pretty good deals!

[cftzptrck]

Age of LO(s): she will be 1 year in a week. I'm having a rough time with it.

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: we weren't planning to start TFAS until LO was closer to 2.

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: Just so busy this time around. Last time I was nannying and was able to nap when the kid napped. This time I am working full time and keeping up with LO.

ETA: also, last time super conscientious about caffeine. It's harder this go around.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: I'm so exhausted!!! And moody. And nauseous. All I want to do is sleep but have no time.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)?
I like to scour Once Upon a Child for some great finds. Also, Old Navy, TJ Maxx has some really fun stuff and BSTs of Facebook. I spend way too much time on the Gap BST.

[cindylouwho]

Age of LO(s): 16 months

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: 2 months

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)? It's a little harder this time around, with being so tired and having a busy toddler, but it's not too different yet.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: Fatigue, bloat, little nausea, gas

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? I hardly shop for her because my mom spoils the crap out of her (only grandchild) but Target and Carters usually

[valie]

Age of LO(s): 11mos

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: 1mo

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: Trying to be less of a worrier this time. I'm also going to try and be better about giving myself a pass when needed to make time to be the wife and mommy I should be.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: Fatigue, nausea, vomiting. I can't believe morning sickness started so early. Apparently it hits harder when you're tired.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)? Carters is my favourite for clothes. I love Mastermind Toys.

[dizzycooks]

May 12, 2015 18:21:11 GMT -5 cftzptrck said:

Age of LO(s): she will be 1 year in a week. I'm having a rough time with it.

How long were you TFAS (trying for a sibling)?: we weren't planning to start TFAS until LO was closer to 2.

How are you handling things differently this time around (vs. first/previous pregnancy/ies)?: Just so busy this time around. Last time I was nannying and was able to nap when the kid napped. This time I am working full time and keeping up with LO.

ETA: also, last time super conscientious about caffeine. It's harder this go around.

Symptoms/Rants/Raves: I'm so exhausted!!! And moody. And nauseous. All I want to do is sleep but have no time.

GTKY: Where do you like to shop for your kid(s)?
I like to scour Once Upon a Child for some great finds. Also, Old Navy, TJ Maxx has some really fun stuff and BSTs of Facebook. I spend way too much time on the Gap BST.

Hold the phone!!! There's a gap bst??? Mind blown....