Friday ticker change 1/30 - Posting a day early! :)

[ProfessorChaos]

Hi Ladies - Hope you don't mind the slightly early posting. Tomorrow is a busy day!

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This is the thread for all PGaL ladies whose week ticker changes on Fridays. If you’re new to the group, hop right in! Please let us know your EDD and team, if you know it yet.

How far along are you? Week/Fruit.

How are you feeling physically and emotionally?

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.?

Upcoming milestones or appointments?

Do you need T&P's for anything?

QOTW: Let's do a fun one: If you could have any job at all, putting aside all realistic expectations, what would it be? How does it compare to what you are now?

taberbtb - Team Pink, EDD 1/30 - GBCB - YOU'RE DUE!!! Still here?

tg01515 - Team Blue, EDD 2/27 - GBCB

@22roses - Team Pink, EDD 3/27

@chickinnh - Team Blue, EDD 4/17

pblge - Team Pink, EDD 4/17

heathersf11 - Team Blue, EDD 5/1 - GBCB

@kaynix21 - Team Blue, EDD 5/15 - TB

kj808 - Team Blue, EDD 5/15 - GBCB

stinybean - Team TBD, EDD 6/12 - GBCB

@denamaree - Team Green, EDD 7/3 - TB

tigerlynx31413 - Team TBD, EDD 7/17

smagglebit – Team TBD, EDD 7/17 -GBCB

@snlinega – Team Pink, EDD 7/17 -TB

@kristyw13 - Team TBD, EDD 7/24 -GBCB

@crouchingtiger - Team TBD, EDD 8/9

dawnstar898 - Team Green, EDD 8/21

mkfish31 - Team TBD, EDD 8/21 - Both

snyder124 - Team TBD, EDD 8/28 - GBCB

kcrkcs - Team TBD, EDD 9/18 - GBCB

mrsk91011 - Team Green, EDD 10/2 - GBCB

[smagglebit]

Hi ProfessorChaos! Thanks for the check-in! I'll post as if I were responding tomorrow

How far along are you? Week/Fruit.
 16w avocado


How are you feeling physically and emotionally?
 Slight indigestion, super tired, daily headaches (some turning into migraines).

Emotionally, I've had kind of a nerve-wracking week. I had a u/s to check my cervical length on 1/21, gave them a couple days to get the results to my OB, and called on Monday (the 26th) to see if they had the results in. My loss in August happened at 17w3d after my water broke at 15w6d, so we were trying to do the scan closer to that date to verify that everything still looked good. When my OB tried to pull the results up in his system, he got an error, and so when I called on Monday, they couldn't tell me what, if anything, was going on. All week I was freaking out because I didn't know what was going on, and felt like no one there was taking it seriously. The closer we got to the 15w6d mark (Thursday), the more I worried. After calling my OB's office several times, I finally heard back Thursday afternoon that everything looked good, and that they'd just see me at my 16w appointment on 2/3. I'm feeling relieved about that. But I know things can change quickly. I'm just trying to take it one day at a time and stay optimistic. 


Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.?
 I'm finally starting to feel like I'll be able to start doing more to get ready for this LO. I've started adding things to my Amazon baby wish list, and it's been fun. 


Upcoming milestones or appointments?
 1/30/15 marks the longest I've gone with a "normal" pregnancy. It feels pretty huge to me! Next appointment is Tuesday. I have no idea what to expect at it, but I'm excited to go.

Do you need T&P's for anything?
Just that things continue to go smoothly for me.


QOTW: Let's do a fun one: If you could have any job at all, putting aside all realistic expectations, what would it be? How does it compare to what you are now? Before I met DH I wanted to be a forensic anthropologist SOOOOO bad (this was before the show Bones came out, btw). However, once we met, and I realized I wanted to be with him and that I suddenly wanted to have children with this man, I gave up on that. It would have required too much time away from home, plus schooling out of state, and it no longer seemed like a good idea. But don't feel sad for me. I'm so happy with my life. I currently work for a local telecom provider doing accounts receivable. I don't love my current job, but I love that I get to work in the same department as DH, and that we're going to have a baby together! 

[taberbtb]

ProfessorChaos thanks for running check-in, I'm still here!

Week/fruit: 40/jackfruit

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? Sore, tired and just ready to have an outside baby. Ctx are coming more often, but still not true labour.

Other updates? At my appointment today I was 1.5cm dilated and 70% effaced. Not the progress I was hoping for but I guess it's something.

Thoughts, vents or baby prep? Nothing. We are ready! Except maybe that I hope LO doesn't interupt the Super Bowl Sunday

Upcoming appointments or milestones? If I am not in labour by Monday I will be seeing my MW for a membrane stretch and sweep. Not sure exactly what to expect but it doesn't sound pleasant. Then again on Wednesday if that doesn't get things going. As much as I have loved getting to know you ladies, hopefully this is my last check-in!

Do you need T&P's for anything? Just continued labour vibes please. I am getting nervous about hitting 41w since I worry about placenta function being overdue so with any luck things will get going soon.

QOTW: I always wanted to be a musician or singer and go on tour! If you have ever heard me sing or play an instrument you would soon know why that didn't work out, but I always thought it would be fun to see the world that way.

[dawnstar898]

Hi ProfessorChaos! Thanks for the check in

How far along are you? Week/Fruit. 11 weeks/lime!

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? I think maybe the nausea is starting to let up a bit? It still hits me pretty hard sometimes but it's not constantly intense like it has been. Still doing ok emotionally, having the doctor easily find the heartbeat on Monday with the doppler was nice.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? I'm the most pregnant I've ever been! I have passed my loss milestones. I've started to tell people at work. I work at an animal hospital so there are some important things I have to avoid, now my co-workers will realize I wasn't being lazy when I said I couldn't do certain things

Upcoming milestones or appointments? N/T scan is on Tuesday, I'm excited and nervous at the same time. Last time we saw the baby it was a little blob, I think this time, it might look like a baby!

Do you need T&P's for anything? Just that my N/T scan goes well!

QOTW: Let's do a fun one: If you could have any job at all, putting aside all realistic expectations, what would it be? How does it compare to what you are now? That's tough one. I'm not really in love with my career choice, at least not anymore. I used to be a performer and that was really fun. I was a magician's assistant and it was the best! I guess if I could have made a lucrative career out of that, it would have been pretty awesome My second choice at this time in my life would probably be SAHM

[heathersf11]

ProfessorChaos thanks for running the check-in!
smagglebit I’m so sorry it took them so long to get you your results. I’m glad everything looks good right now.
taberbtb Sending you good vibes that your LO comes soon, (but not during the Super Bowl)!!!
dawnstar898 Congratulations on being the most pregnant you’ve ever been! T&Ps on your NT scan!!! It’s so exciting to get to see your LO!

How far along are you? Week/Fruit. Week 27/rutabaga

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? I think I’m finally almost over my bronchitis. I’m doing pretty well physically and emotionally. I need to upgrade the size of some of my maternity pants, most of my under the belly jeans are feeling pretty tight these days.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? We got the dresser for our nursery shipped to us this week, and the crib should be arriving on Tuesday. It will be fun beginning to set up the nursery.

Upcoming milestones or appointments? I just had my GT test today. The drink wasn’t that awful, or big. The lab tech who drew my blood was probably the worst I’ve ever experienced. I generally try to not look at the needle, but I had to look at my arm at one point to make sure he wasn’t sawing it off.

Do you need T&P's for anything? Just that I pass my GT test.

QOTW: Let's do a fun one: If you could have any job at all, putting aside all realistic expectations, what would it be? How does it compare to what you are now? I have my dream career (teacher), I do hope to move back to San Diego where my family is. So I suppose finding my way back to San Diego and getting a teaching position would be my dream job.

[tg01515]

How far along are you? Week/Fruit.
36 weeks/Honeydew

How are you feeling physically and emotionally?
I am exhausted and my hips are hurting all day everyday this past week. Emotionally I am good.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.?
Had my 36 week appointment yesterday as well as a growth scan. Everything went great. According to the ultrasound he is 6 lb and growth is right on track.
Also, as of today I am able to give birth at the hospital that is the closest, which is 40 minutes away because I live in middle of nowhere. They are not equipped for babies under 36 weeks, so that was a good milestone to get past.

Upcoming milestones or appointments?
I have an appointment at 38 weeks, so 2 weeks from now.

Do you need T&P's for anything?
Nope, everything is great.

QOTW: Let's do a fun one: If you could have any job at all, putting aside all realistic expectations, what would it be? How does it compare to what you are now?
I would be a lawyer, that's kind of my dream job. I started school and was loving it but I got married and moved away. Online schooling did not work for me. I quit my regular factory job at 20 weeks so I have been staying at home ever since.

[paintdadanta]

How far along are you? 20w/Banana

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? Physically, my back has been pretty rough but emotionally doing better.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? A/S scan went great and we found out we are having a lil boy

Upcoming milestones or appointments? Feb. 27

Do you need T&P's for anything? DH is in the process of trying to switch jobs right now which we really need to work for financial reasons - keeping FX and lots of T&Ps

QOTW: Let's do a fun one: If you could have any job at all, putting aside all realistic expectations, what would it be? How does it compare to what you are now? I'd love to be able to make a living from writing novels or even training horses again. It would be a lot better than trying to constantly find a job or returning to instructional design.

[ProfessorChaos]

smagglebit - Oh my god, I can't believe you got the run around for such a stressful result! Thank goodness everything was okay! Good luck on Tuesday, and congrats on making it past your milestone!

taberbtb - Thinking about you!!! Can't wait to hear about your little one!

dawnstar898 - Congrats on making it past your milestone! And good luck with your NT-can't wait for your report!

heathersf11 - So glad the bronchitis is done! I'm impressed you were still in under-the-belly pants. Those got incredibly uncomfortable to me at about 24 weeks. Good luck with the GTT results!

@paintdadata - Congrats on the great A/S and on having a boy!!! Sending lots of hiring thoughts to your DH. (hugs)

AFM:
How far along are you? Week/Fruit. 29 weeks, butternut squash according to one app.

How are you feeling physically and emotionally? Good emotionally, but TIRED. I feel just like I did in the first tri--like I can't get anything done because of the complete lack of energy, and I'm totally foggy all the time. Heartburn is better with meds, but still not gone. The nurse warned me that I'll likely need to up my dose by the time this is all done. Little Girl remains very active, and all seems well.

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.? DH is almost done installing a new bathtub in the master bath. So proud of him! The house remains a construction zone: bathroom needs drywall, a new vanity, new sink, and paint; master bedroom needs to be painted, too, and we're reorganizing the furniture in there to make room for Baby; and the nursery (also off the master BR) needs to have trim installed and painted, shelving units built, and a few other little things. DH is doing 98% of this by himself (an experienced neighbor gives advice when he's stuck), and I'm not allowed to help bc of all the fumes. I'm almost done with the nursery curtains, so I guess I'm not a completely useless person!

Upcoming milestones or appointments? I just passed all my 3rd tri tests, so I don't think anything exciting happens until I go to weekly appts at 36 weeks. I don't even think I'm getting any other tests done, unless something looks wrong. Unless something bad happens, this is another very boring pregnancy stretch!

Do you need T&P's for anything? Can I ask for t&p that the Patriots lose? I hate them so much!

QOTW: Let's do a fun one: If you could have any job at all, putting aside all realistic expectations, what would it be? How does it compare to what you are now? I do love my current job (university professor), but in some parallel universe I'm an international vegetarian food critic. I want to be paid to fly around the world and critique people's vegetarian offerings, especially in high end restaurants. If you know anyone hiring for this position, let me know, m'kay?

[dawnstar898]

ProfessorChaos You just broke my heart! New England girl here born and raised Are you a Red Sox hater too ?!

On another note though, now that you mentioned it, being a food critic would be awesome. But, even better, would to be a host on one of those travel shows where you get to stay at different luxurious places and then talk about them!

[ProfessorChaos]

Jan 31, 2015 17:52:29 GMT -5 dawnstar898 said:

ProfessorChaos You just broke my heart! New England girl here born and raised Are you a Red Sox hater too ?!

On another note though, now that you mentioned it, being a food critic would be awesome. But, even better, would to be a host on one of those travel shows where you get to stay at different luxurious places and then talk about them!

I don't care about baseball at all, so your Red Sox are safe from my condemnation. And I'm an aspiring New Englander--I married into a family with Mayflower origins that still lives on Cape Cod, and they're all Pats fans. I love NE, but that team is a bunch of dirty cheats, and Bill Belichick is slimy! I've been told all the teams borderline cheat, but it does seem like one team gets accused of literal foul play a lot more than any other.

If you want to give me crap for my favorite team, it's my home state's: the Titans. They're so pitiful it's not even worth teasing over! I haven't lived in the area for years, which means it's been nearly impossible to keep up with them. I lived in Seattle for five years, so GO HAWKS!!!!

[heathersf11]

ProfessorChaos I'm glad that all of the third trimester tests went well for you. I'm a vegetarian too. Being a vegetarian food critic sounds like an awesome fantasy job! Traveling, eating, and having someone else pay for it, yes please.
I wish your husband luck with the home project. I also will be rooting for the Sea Hawks tomorrow. I don't really follow football, but it sounds like the Patriots like to cheat

[snyder124]

Thank you ProfessorChaos‌ for the check in !

How far along are you? Week/Fruit.
10 weeks! Prune or kumquat

How are you feeling physically and emotionally?
Physically I'm feeling great because I won a 5 day battle with a nasty cold. Just nauseous which I'm ok with.
Emotionally I'm feeling pretty sensitive but ok .

Other updates? Thoughts, vents, baby preparation, etc.?
I really want to start preparing for baby but I'm still feeling weary .

Upcoming milestones or appointments?
Next appointment is February 12th. Looking forward to getting out of the second trimester . But it's still a bit away.

Do you need T&P's for anything?
Not this week thank you !

QOTW: Let's do a fun one: If you could have any job at all, putting aside all realistic expectations, what would it be? How does it compare to what you are now?
Currently I'm an urgent care receptionist. I still don't know what I want to be when I grow up ! Maybe hospital administration. I wanted to go for my RN at one point . So much work. Focusing on family right now.
I wish the radiology program here wasn't so hard to get into . I would love that.