Wednesday Randos

[rnmommy]

She's old enough I can just leave her home and bring the little ones with me, but it's summer and she's bored, so what if she decides she wants to come with me wherever I say I'm going? I may wait until next week when she's taking a painting class, but that seems so far away. Alternately, my husband may take her to the bookstore or something and that will take care of at least one trip...

[jewel441]

Jul 8, 2015 11:26:31 GMT -5 SheilaTheTank said:

Jul 8, 2015 11:08:11 GMT -5 birdie said:

I will still have sushi a few times, I am under the impression that if it's from a place that I have eaten it at before and haven't gotten sick, its okay. My favorite place is pretty expensive and prides themselves on having the best quality of fish.

I don't even know where to start trying to find an OB. My first appointment is 10/27 and it is with my old RE office, and I HATE THEM. How does everyone else choose/find an OB?

Also, side note: today is a great day! My last day at my current job is next Friday, and we FINALLY found a replacement that accepted the job! Huge weight lifted off my shoulder!

I had a midwife even before I started TTC and I HATED her. 2 out of the 3 times I was there for routine appointments she rushed me and acted like i was bothering her with my questions. The last appointment I had with her, the office staff made me cry. I was like "fuck this i'm done" and went back to the drawing board.

I first researched hospitals and found ones that I would like to give birth at. Then I searched for practices that were affiliated with that hospital. I found a great OB who had stellar reviews, especially when it came to listening and answering questions. It took me about 2 months to get an appointment, but this was back when I was still TTC. She is freaking great. 

ETA: I can't type for shit today. 

This makes me bananas. I hate when doctors have bad bedside manner, it's bad for them too, way more likely to be sued if you aren't nice to people... Especially in OBGYN field, you are touching people's most intimate areas and also dealing with pregnant people, be nice! 

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Would you guys go on an overseas vacation in second tri?

My birthday's next week... and I just found a really good deal for a trip in September................

[jewel441]

Jul 8, 2015 11:51:29 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

Would you guys go on an overseas vacation in second tri?

My birthday's next week... and I just found a really good deal for a trip in September................

depends where. My SIL just got back from a resort in punta cana for their babymoon. I think I would be fine with a resort, most of them have docs on staff. I would also be cool with Europe probably. There are lots of places I wouldn't go though, but then again people in other countries have babies too.

[sdchick]

Jul 8, 2015 11:51:29 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

Would you guys go on an overseas vacation in second tri?

My birthday's next week... and I just found a really good deal for a trip in September................

DH and I went to Hawaii when I was in second tri.  Does that count?

[peachesncream]

Jul 8, 2015 11:51:29 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

Would you guys go on an overseas vacation in second tri?

My birthday's next week... and I just found a really good deal for a trip in September................

Absolutely!!  We love to travel.  We went to Belize in 2nd tri for our babymoon.

[readinglove]

I'm just hanging out, waiting for the doctor to call with my progesterone Rx. I don't want to shower, because I don't want to miss the call...I've been waiting since yesterday morning. C'mon...this is important, lady!!!

Also, I keep going back and forth between being SO EXCITED and SO TERRIFIED. I have a bunch of things pinned/on an Amazon wishlist from our first BFP, and I'm a type A planner...so I kind of want to get back to researching and finding things. But then PgAL brain is like, no, you should wait! But then normal brain is like, enjoy every moment and do what you want! GAH!!

And do you know what sounds delicious for lunch? Star Wars mac & cheese. That's totally going to be happening.

And I might look at my school calendar for next year (I'm a teacher) and see how many days of (hopeful!) maternity leave my accrued sick leave will cover, and how many will be unpaid. Heehee!!

[peachesncream]

Jul 8, 2015 11:51:29 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

Would you guys go on an overseas vacation in second tri?

My birthday's next week... and I just found a really good deal for a trip in September................

If you're worried about it just be sure to get supplemental trip insurance as your US health insurance does not cover you while abroad.

[almachs0786]

Jul 8, 2015 11:10:00 GMT -5 zombiesquad said:

Jul 8, 2015 11:04:51 GMT -5 SheilaTheTank said:

I make sure I have at least one cooked roll, such as eel, and then try to stay away from the ones with tuna. It's also not like I'm eating it every day, but it is a matter of comfort. A lot of people are ok with drinking some wine starting in 2nd tri, but I probably won't be. Mostly because I won't want to just have a small glass of wine, but that's a different story. 

This. I had sushi last night. I'm not opposed to sashimi or anything raw, but I mostly stuck with cooked rolls like calamari and shrimp tempura. I break all the rules. I go through scanners, I eat deli meat (I do heat it for at least 30 seconds), I have a little wine after first tri. As previously stated, it's all about personal preference and moderation.

+1
I'm a rule breaker. I don't even heat the lunch meat. And I eat tuna salad at least 3 times a week.

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Jul 8, 2015 11:56:52 GMT -5 jewel441 said:

Jul 8, 2015 11:51:29 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

Would you guys go on an overseas vacation in second tri?

My birthday's next week... and I just found a really good deal for a trip in September................

depends where. My SIL just got back from a resort in punta cana for their babymoon. I think I would be fine with a resort, most of them have docs on staff. I would also be cool with Europe probably. There are lots of places I wouldn't go though, but then again people in other countries have babies too.

LOL

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Jul 8, 2015 11:59:49 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

Jul 8, 2015 11:51:29 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

Would you guys go on an overseas vacation in second tri?

My birthday's next week... and I just found a really good deal for a trip in September................

If you're worried about it just be sure to get supplemental trip insurance as your US health insurance does not cover you while abroad.

Did not know this! Thanks!

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The trip is to a 4 star resort in Tahiti...........

[SheilaTheTank]

Jul 8, 2015 12:03:26 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

The trip is to a 4 star resort in Tahiti...........

#humblebrag

[peachesncream]

Jul 8, 2015 12:03:26 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

The trip is to a 4 star resort in Tahiti...........

Yes, go and take us with you!!

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Jul 8, 2015 12:05:17 GMT -5 SheilaTheTank said:

Jul 8, 2015 12:03:26 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

The trip is to a 4 star resort in Tahiti...........

#humblebrag

LOL - not even humble. ;-)

But also - it's on Travelzoo. Come with! BMB G2G! Lol. 

[adorebel]

Jul 8, 2015 11:51:29 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

Would you guys go on an overseas vacation in second tri?

My birthday's next week... and I just found a really good deal for a trip in September................

YES.

I traveled weeks 7, 8, and 9 last time and other than the constant MS, it was fine and totally worth it.

Travel is always a YES in my book.

Also: TAHITI. That is all.

[peachesncream]

Jul 8, 2015 12:09:29 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

Jul 8, 2015 12:05:17 GMT -5 SheilaTheTank said:

#humblebrag

LOL - not even humble. ;-)

But also - it's on Travelzoo. Come with! BMB G2G! Lol. 

Travelzoo is THE BOMB.

I am a part-time travel agent as a side gig so if you ever want a personalized quote LMK, I can hook you up!!

I tried to convince my hubs to take a babymoon this time but I think our vacation is mostly used up until November or so :-(

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Jul 8, 2015 12:11:29 GMT -5 peachesncream said:

Jul 8, 2015 12:09:29 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

LOL - not even humble. ;-)

But also - it's on Travelzoo. Come with! BMB G2G! Lol. 

Travelzoo is THE BOMB.

I am a part-time travel agent as a side gig so if you ever want a personalized quote LMK, I can hook you up!!

I tried to convince my hubs to take a babymoon this time but I think our vacation is mostly used up until November or so :-(

Good to know, thanks! I'm always looking for good deals. The wanderlust is real with me. 

Also nice to hear a travel agent likes travelzoo. I freaking love it. I look forward to their top 20 emails every wednesday. 

[zombiesquad]

Jul 8, 2015 12:03:26 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

The trip is to a 4 star resort in Tahiti...........

GO!

[stina2015]

Hey ladies!!!! I am lame and work is crazy right now. I'm on Page 1 and love SO much of this chat! adorebel, LOVE Baby Gap, and footey bumble PJs...YES!

Running off to a stupid RFP I'm writing. It's a bit stressful and I'm tired and I really want everyone in this shared room/office to shut up so I can think! Clearly I need chocolate to make me less grumpy!

[arbe]

Jul 8, 2015 10:37:31 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

Jul 8, 2015 10:31:58 GMT -5 rablissful said:

I have a midwife and have to go off site for ultrasounds.

Last time I never even had one, and had only planned on having the a/s. This time I'm unsure of what I'm going to do ultrasound wise.

Yeah - I'll be at every ultrasound they offer.

I also looked at dopplers yesterday, but didn't let myself buy one.... yet.

So I search my local mom buy/trade/sell group and someone is selling a decent one for $15!!! Score, trying to arrange pick up.  Just what I need another thing to obsess with!

[LadyNymeria]

Jul 8, 2015 12:03:26 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

The trip is to a 4 star resort in Tahiti...........

Tahiti!?!?! You HAVE to go.

MH and I have been planning a trip to Aruba in September. We're still going to go. I would be about 3 months then.

[jewel441]

I like just had lunch an hour ago and am hungry again.

[stina2015]

Jul 8, 2015 12:24:05 GMT -5 zombiesquad said:

Jul 8, 2015 12:03:26 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

The trip is to a 4 star resort in Tahiti...........

GO!

Just made it all the way through...

YES GO TO TAHITI WOMAN! Especially in September, you will feel all good and happy and more energized after first tri!

Are most of you ladies from GKU? 

[jewel441]

The Ovia app just told me "Your data are the crown jewels of your pregnancy empire!" WTF.

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Jul 8, 2015 13:28:23 GMT -5 stina2015 said:

Jul 8, 2015 12:24:05 GMT -5 zombiesquad said:

GO!

Just made it all the way through...

YES GO TO TAHITI WOMAN! Especially in September, you will feel all good and happy and more energized after first tri!

Are most of you ladies from GKU? 

There are quite a few of us.  

[adorebel]

Jul 8, 2015 13:26:48 GMT -5 jewel441 said:

I like just had lunch an hour ago and am hungry again.

+1

And by that I mean I am having 1 lunch + 1 lunch.

[SheilaTheTank]

Jul 8, 2015 13:39:47 GMT -5 adorebel said:

Jul 8, 2015 13:26:48 GMT -5 jewel441 said:

I like just had lunch an hour ago and am hungry again.

+1

And by that I mean I am having 1 lunch + 1 lunch.

i just got a Cesar salad, chicken sandwich, and fries at Wendy's so add me to the second lunch club. 

[adorebel]

Jul 8, 2015 13:41:15 GMT -5 SheilaTheTank said:

Jul 8, 2015 13:39:47 GMT -5 adorebel said:

+1

And by that I mean I am having 1 lunch + 1 lunch.

i just got a Cesar salad, chicken sandwich, and fries at Wendy's so add me to the second lunch club. 

WHY NO FROSTY, SHEILA?

Jaysus. Be a professional.

[sdchick]

Jul 8, 2015 12:03:26 GMT -5 @pugsandwine said:

The trip is to a 4 star resort in Tahiti...........

OMG! YES! GO!!!  We honeymooned in Tahiti and Moorea.  Where would you be staying?