FTM check-in #3

[annabananabomb]

Hi guys,

Just wanted to say, before I get stuck in to the check-in, that I absolutely love this thread and it’s a real pleasure to host. I find it so much more rewarding than over in the "other place". You guys are awesome and the love is totally mutual!

How was your week?

News/Developments:

Symptoms/cravings/body changes:

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend?

Hi as well to the BTDTs that lurk (I’m looking at you @aliam20, @janetheconquerer and tmclawchick) Bonus question for you guys, what do you love most about being a Mom?


ars093s – hope week 10 has treated you more kindly than week 9!

shortstack – sucks that you’re still feeling so sick, hope it lets up soon

elvenqueen – 7 days to go! (I hope I got that right)

@kcbeling – how did your NT scan go?

hopefulreturn – did you hear the heartbeat? So exciting!

bickley13 – welcome! Hope you’re feeling ok, how’s the cold?

jordanelizabeth – I’m so so glad the spotting let up, I hope it’s gone for good.

2dumbdogs – how’s the carb intake this week? Mine is through the roof after today’s burger

motownthrowdown – yay new car, yay getting past 12 weeks! Hope you now have sour patch kids in your life

flippinchica – how did you go with not taking the unisom?

kmartturtle – I hope you’re nearly coming to the end of all the nausea

@mrspanpan – yay for accomplishing things! I hope this week was just as productive!

suehug – when do you move? hope the packing is going well!

lemon200 – I know 8 people besides me who are having babies in 2015 – crazy but so exciting!

maggiemae85 – I hope you had a great week and the nausea is becoming less and less constant

stephanie012 – I started getting the dizzies too, it’s like swapping one symptom for another transitioning out of the first tri. I hope you’re feeling well this week.

shannonabigail – still pooping everyday? lol

ChrissDee – how is the move going?

ampaints – I hope you’re feeling a little less stressed this week.

turtles – how did your appointment go!?

DSHM13 – how are you feeling about the move now? I imagine it must have been a lot to wrap your head around!

abvintage – how did your appointment go? I hope all the results came back positive (or negative, or whatever they’re supposed to come back as to mean everything is A-OK).

arimaythea – how are you going with the nausea? I hope it’s letting up!

astheria – did you get an interview for the job?

kingbaby – how’s the recovery going from your cold? BTW: I love your username and the story, always makes me laugh when I see you pop up on the forums now!

divinemsbee – how are your nerves for your next appointment? Not long now!

@malelz – have you picked up your husband’s flu or did you manage to successfully quarantine the germs?

shayr – is your avatar your new puppy? SO DAMN CUTE! I hope you got to hear the heartbeat on Thursday (or is it still a Thursday away?)

hiimjamie – I don’t know too many people who say they “feel good” in their first full week back to work after vacation but I’m glad you are feeling good! You must love your job (or just be a really positive and happy person)?

carabassa – can I borrow your best friend? Sounds like an absolute sweetie!

elektrafying – BYE BYE FIRST TRI YAY! It’s so sweet that your dog is snuggly with your belly. And I’m sorry you’ve had a bit of a shit day.

@sarahwithah – I hope you’re feeling better emotionally this week and that you are taking it easy on yourself! I know what it’s like to have anxiety and depression and to be my own worst enemy (pretty much always). Take gentle care of yourself and don’t forget this place is great for a really good vent session if ya need it.


allelsefaild – are you still working nights, is that like a shift thing or a permanent arrangement? Either way, much respect. I think I read on another thread that your SCH was absorbed? Sorry if I’ve got that wrong, but if I’ve got it right, WOO FUCKING HOO.


anaberry – you are totes a member now, take a bow. Have you sorted out the bra situation yet? I hope you didn’t get fired for your braless day, very brave, I don’t think I could have done it.

misstunes – hahaha “MANtunes” that made me laugh! Hope work was good this week and there weren’t too many shenanigans!

esgrunner – how did you go getting three exercise sessions in? Respect for trying, it’s tough.

radiantly – you made me get the warm and fuzzies with your post last week, thank you for the kind words, and yay for us reuniting! Munich, London and Paris! Sounds like you’ve had a busy week, hope you’re surviving and getting enough water.

skylark12 – ILY too. How did your U/S go on Wednesday to check the hematoma?

shellyr – of course you can join! I’m so happy to see you here and that baby was looking healthy at your scan. I hope your blood work and urine came back clear.

purplegaloshes – I just reread your post to do this check in and you’re all like “I hope they find something actually growing in my belly” HAHA! TWO THINGS ACTUALLY!! How are you coping with the twin news?

slapps – happy to have you here from the “other place”. Congrats on having a girl!

queenb – how are the headaches this week?

[annabananabomb]

How was your week? Good! Totally not related but we adopted a second bunny from a friend who found him on the street. He's a real sweetie

News/Developments: None whatsoever, although tomorrow puts me at 14 WEEKS! See ya later first tri

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: Very infrequent nausea. Some dizzy spells. Getting super fat. Was offered a seat on public transport twice this week, even if it is just bloat I must look pregnant.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? Movies, breakfast dates, hanging out. Nothing special.

[lemon200]

How was your week? My week was good! Relaxing, DH was sick so he opted to sleep on the couch to make sure I don't get what he has which makes me a little lonely at night (although I do love the room to stretch out!) We are moving when I'm 27 weeks so that is a little stressful but there is really nothing I can do about apartment hunting until March so I have to make my little planning brain take a breather for a moment.

News/Developments: I had my 12 week ultrasound this week and saw the little plum!! He was movin and groovin! DH thinks it's a girl and I think it is a boy so it will be exciting in March to see who is right!

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: No real symptoms, sometimes when I'm in the car I get sick or if I've been overly active and not eaten enough. I feel like I'm getting a bit of a bump/bloat whatever you want to call it. Bigger than it was before when it was really all bloat, but funnily enough I haven't gained any weight at all! I feel like (and I know it's not true.. at least I don't think it is..) but I feel like all of my fat from other places have migrated to my stomach. I feel as though I have lost weight in my legs (pants are looser) but obviously my stomach is massive.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? I don't really have any plans this weekend. I only have one friend in the city where we are living right now and she's busy all weekend so I will have to force DH to entertain me. We are trying to be pretty frugal to save for le bebe so it might be a netflix weekend, which I am luckily ok with! We may go over to the in-laws to watch the Superbowl on Sunday but none of them are big football fans and it might be a little uncomfortable. I really just want to watch the commercials and eat Super Bowl snacks!!


annabananabomb I am so jealous of your being offered a seat on public transit. When I'm on a crowded bus or subway I literally puff my stomach out more and sometimes even rub it. I'm pathetic. I just really like sitting. Ha!

[ars093s]

I love that I can read thru your questions and get a recap of last week's thread, annabananabomb! It's like the start of a TV show "last week on..."

How was your week? It's been such a busy week at work it has flown by! I can't believe tomorrow is Friday already. Week was good but I feel like I did a whole lot of 'nuthin.

News/Developments: nothing new to report. 11 weeks tomorrow so inching towards the end of first tri.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: Apparently my boobs are getting bigger...because my boss asked me if I was pregnant! Was not planning on telling him until week 13 after our next ultrasound. Guess I'm not as slick at hiding my body as I thought. He was really cool about it- high-fived me and promised to keep it a secret until I'm ready to tell the world. Other than that, I threw up all day Sunday, but MS has gone very easy on me the rest of the week.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? My youngest brother is coming into town! He's 17 and graduating high school in May. I'm bringing him to work with me next Monday (he wants to study the field I'm in), and we're touring college campuses Tuesday. So excited for his visit.

[shortstack]

Thanks for starting this annabananabomb!

How was your week?
Slow. So ready for the weekend. We're in the process of re-financing and the HOA is painting the outside of our house.

News/Developments: Nursery is officially cleaned out!

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: Pregnancy congestion or allergies (not quite sure which it is). Nausea is still present but much better when I eat every 2 hours. Definitely noticing a blump now which I have mixed feelings about. Boobs are not as sore. 2 more weeks until my next appointment and 2.5 weeks until my n/t scan.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? Saturday I'm getting my hair done and Sunday we are spending the day with my nephew before he moves away. Sadly probably no superbowl for me. 


ETA: Elaborated a little more

[allelsefaild]

annabananabomb, congrats on 14 weeks! That's super exciting. Also, bunnies are amazing and I want one. H says no though

As for my work schedule, we do 4 month rotations for our shifts. I'll rotate off at the end of May. Until then, I'll be here during the super late hours.

And yes, SCH was absorbed and all gone!! There were a few happy tears during my u/s.

How was your week? Great. I'm getting the hang of sleeping during the day and my appointment was super awesome.

News/Developments: The secret is out. My shift-mates are giving me hell for keeping it from them for so long, but oh well. It's nice to not have such a huge secret anymore.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: If my evening sickness would just go away, I'd appreciate it. I'm craving chicken nuggets and all things carbs.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? Nothing planned at the moment. Tuesday night we'll be going to see Reel Big Fish and Less Than Jake, which I'm quite looking forward to.

[anaberry]

You deserve a trophy for this annabananabomb! I totes did a happy dance when I reached member status! Thanks for noticing, haha, it was a milestone for me....

Week: my mom came back from the states, and not only brought me 4 bras, but she also brought me a whole suitcase worth of new maternity clothes. Even one of those adorable (ADORABLE) pregnancy overalls that I squeed over. I am so grateful to her, because with us moving to the states and all, we weren't planning to spend any money on maternity clothes (Bella belt, bras, and a dress or two for showers), and now I am super set.
I was so happy, I retired all my old bras and stored them. Those old suckers wont get close to me again for another year! They were giving me anxiety! I still have scars where I got blisters!


News developments: husband passed through to the first phase of interviews at two schools so far (applying for principal positions) and I'm super psyched and proud! I. Also getting to see my baby this Wednesday for the NT scan. FX everything is fine. Also, hopefully the dr will let me work out again!

Symptoms: hello headache, sure feel welcome and don't leave me for three nights and three days, why not?

GTKY: I. Grocery shopping and preparing burgers for hosting a Super Bowl party on Sunday.

P.s. It's so cute you're already being offered seats! I can't wait till that happens for me!

[bickley13]

How was your week? Very, very busy at work. I have had an awful time sleeping this week. I fall asleep for a couple hours, wake up to pee and then my mind starts racing about everything that I need to do at the office...

News/Developments: nothing really this week. I have my 12 week appointment on Monday (really 11 wk, 5 days) and assuming all goes well, I will start telling people at work. I'm a little nervous about that...but, I leave for a seminar in Vegas on Tuesday morning!

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: I've felt pretty good this week. Other than the whole not sleeping thing...

GTKY: what are your plans for the weekend? Unfortunately, I will be working most of the weekend... Hopefully watching a bit of the super bowl on Sunday.

[jordanelizabeth]

How was your week? Pretty good! I had my first interview for a promotion I've wanted... They shut down my office on Tuesday for the snow but I'm one of 3 (out of 26) that has work from home capabilities so I had to work. The plus side of that is they gave the three of us an extra day and a half of vacation time to use as we wish!

News/Developments: none really; just waiting on second tri to get here!

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: dizzy, hangriness that comes on suddenly, tired, but less nausea. Andddd the constipation is back despite my veggie/fruit/probiotic intake..

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? Once upon a child, a second hand children's clothing store is having a grab bag event tomorrow morning so I am going to find some cute gender neutral stuff. Then a bunch of family parties(birthday, super bowl, etc.)

[hopefulreturn]

How was your week?
It was a quick work week thanks to two snow days! I'm still struggling with nausea and vomiting throughout the evenings. That still makes my days feel a bit long, but I'm really hopeful it will ease up it within the next couple weeks.

News/Developments:
12 weeks today! I heard the heartbeat at my appointment yesterday. It was the best sound! It also made me realize that this might be real. Hoping I feel good enough this weekend to start the massive clean out upstairs. Our NT scan is Tuesday, and I can't wait to see our baby!

Symptoms/cravings/body changes:
Nausea. I'm definitely thicker in the mid section. I wish I would start having some cravings because I feel like I'm force-feeding myself most of the day!

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend?
We have a first birthday party and I have a lot of work to do. We'll also get together with friends for the Super Bowl Sunday night.

[elvenqueen]

How was your week? Keep thinking I'm getting on top of my symptoms but still having some strong aversions and ridiculous fatigue. Not been the happiest because of it but keeping positive about next week.

News/Developments: Not much new, but second tri is in sight and u/s is now... 6 more sleeps away!

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: The bloat is getting ridiculous. I think I'm going to pop pretty much immediately, and it's gonna be hard to keep this pregnancy quiet until 20 weeks!

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? Poor DH works very hard during the week so we rarely do anything other than vegetate. We'll buy food, we'll eat that food, we'll pew-pew, and we'll watch films. We're both really hoping for some more snow, though, so we can go take photos.



ETA: Just noticed I have less than 200 days to go now, so that makes me happy!

[motownthrowdown]

Thanks annabananabomb! The car is awesome, but the new car smell makes me sick. DH is taking one for the team and driving it until the smell is gone/it doesn't make me sick. And I got my sour patch kids!!!!!!

Week: glad it's Friday. I've been exhausted this week, so I'm looking forward to getting in some napping. And im getting my hair cut tomorrow-still have to decide how much is going. Right now, it's about halfway down my back, but it's getting split-ends and is too heavy (my hair is fine, so it gets weighed down). And 13 weeks as of yesterday! My email was blowing up yesterday with "welcome to 2nd tri" newsletters, so I'm counting it and DHs family friend/aunt sent me what to expect and WTE the first year, which was so sweet. I have some reading to do!

News: 13 weeks! I'm excited. Still working on anxiety--I seem to have a Fear of the Week thing going on right now. But that is sort of an improvement, since it's down to just one thing.

Symptoms: threw up this morning. First official "for real" barfing-strangely reassuring, but I hope this isn't going to be a new thing for me. I thought maybe I was just going to get nausea and gagging. Nipple discharge is still going on. Very strange.

Gtky: haircut. Sleep. Nap. Rest. DOWNTON!!!! I have the current season on loan from library, but no spoilers from me.

[misstunes]

TGIF because this thread is one of my favorites! Shennanigans were at a minnimum at work annabananabomb due to only having to work one day, thank you Juno!

My week: super uneventful. Worked monday but all the kids talked about was the blizzard and not having school Tuesday so I gave up and we wrote weather predictions. One student said we would be Snowed in until february haha. 2 days no school then headed up to NH wednesday for a ski trip with friends. Cant wait for our spa day tomorrow since I cant partake in the outdoor fun. Though I might drag DH to go ice skating with me.

New/Developments: NT scan on monday. Hoping the snow stays away so ut doesn't get canceled. Yes more snow.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: I have issues being away from my "home bowl" definitly showing a major poop baby on this trip.(way tmi?) Cant button pants after 5pm. Officially an evening bella band wearer. Probably due to the previous issue.

GTKY: Weekend plans: skiers will be done after today, so sat. the ladies are headed to a small day spa in town for a private yoga class and pampering. Im getting a mani/pedi. Then all I can think about is eating at this burger place where you can get a burger that is a grilled cheese sandwhich on top and bottom with a cheeseburger in the middle. Headed home Sunday for a superbowl party.

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I feel so privileged for being called out! Thanks annabananabomb!

What I love about being a mom, everything! My favorite part of the day is right before she goes down. She climbs onto my chest on the couch and lays on me with her head right below my chin. She falls asleep there every single night. I just get to breath in the sweet smell of innocence and toddler. I love it. I also love how much she learns every day, it simply amazes me. We recently just taught her how to say her name, so she goes around yelling it all the time. I also love how she tries to jump, her feet don't leave the ground. She amazes me with something new every day! Being a mother is one of the hardest jobs we will ever have but it also the most fun and rewarding job at the same time.

[2dumbdogs]

How was your week?
 Good...work is getting more busy - not better but more busy...and I've felt alright most days and nights.  Although waking up has been a chore, I can't really blame that on pregnancy though, I've been like that for a while now.


News/Developments:
 Told my aunts about my pregnancy this week (my mom is one of 4 girls).  Unfortunately, the one I really wanted to talk to, as she was the only one that gave a crap when I had my MC, was out to dinner with another one, so our chat was very brief and was a 3-way on speaker - which was nice, but I had wanted to talk to her specifically.


Symptoms/cravings/body changes:
 donuts.  so much donuts this week.  wtf?  i look just plain old fat in the stomach/hips/thighs too.  dislike.  i run marathons.  this isn't cool.


GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend?  having people over to watch a bball game tomorrow night, which means cleaning (first time since we moved in like 6 weeks ago, so it will SUCK)  it is my first house with hardwood/tile floors instead of carpet.  anyone have any advice for cleaning in a way that minimizes the cleaning?  we have 2 dogs so the corners are extra furball-y.

[stephanie012]

annabananabomb I love that you do this every week!

How was your week? It was ok, I feel like this week dragged on though. SO happy it is Friday!

News/Developments: Nothing new or exciting. I have my NT scan scheduled for Tuesday, so I am anxiously awaiting my appointment.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: Nausea comes and goes, although I am still getting sick at night and sometimes in the morning. However, it is not an all day occurrence any more, so I am happy about that! Still having random dizzy spells.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? Grocery shopping tomorrow and super bowl party Sunday.

[purplegaloshes]

How was your week?
Wild and crazy, but good! I am sick as a dog as of yesterday--actually stayed home sick from work today, which is not something I do very often. I couldn't fathom another day of mouth breathing through a 12 hour workday, so trying to get some studying done at home so I still feel productive.

News/Developments: We are having twins! We went in for our first OB appointment on Tuesday and got the shock of a lifetime when my doctor using her handheld ultrasound said "Oh--there's two in there. You guys get an insta-family!" I was very cautious in asking how used to the idea of twins we should get since I know there tend to be more complications with twin pregnancies, unfortunately, but she said because the twins are di-di (i.e. they each have their own gestational sac and their own placenta) and both had strong, visible heartbeats, the chances of losing one or both of them at this point is less than 2%! HOLY SHIT.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: My favorite jeans are officially done. I think I'm going to take myself to the Motherhood Maternity outlet on Saturday morning and look for screaming deals since my financial situation just became twice as tight. My doctor made me feel badass when she expressed genuine surprise that I hadn't had any bad morning sickness or vomiting at all with two little boogers wreaking havoc in there. I am finding that I'm having a lot of trouble getting comfortable in bed--I used to sleep on my stomach and that makes me cramp now, as does sleeping on my back occasionally. I'm trying to teach myself to sleep on my side, but it feels awkward and uncomfortable. Not being able to breath through my nose this past couple days has not helped.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? We are probably going to have to sit down and look seriously at our budget so we can start working on how to afford childcare for two--not a fun way to spend a weekend. I'm also coming up on a big exam in two weeks that I had already been slacking on studying for and now have been COMPLETELY distracted from, so I'm going to need to exercise some discipline and really get the ball rolling there as well. So, annabananabomb , your weekend of breakfast dates and movies is sounding real divine to me right now--not "nothing special"

[arimaythea]

Thank you as always, annabananabomb!

How are you going with the nausea? I hope it’s letting up! I had two days I think this week that were a bit icky, but the food aversions are starting to let up which helps a lot with the nausea

How was your week? Pretty standard week for me. Crazy at work, lazy at home. I'm definitely ready for the second trimester energy boost! I bought some prenatal exercise DVDs since I've basically done none of that first tri.

News/Developments: Nothing, really! Haven't heard back the final results from the NT scan, but I'm not sure if they will call me for that or if they will just tell me at my 16 week appointment. Truthfully, I opted to do the scan more for the chance to see the squish on ultrasound again.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: Occasional headaches, food aversions, fatigue, gas pains... pretty much par for the course these days. Since the food aversions aren't as strong this week, I've been able to choose some healthier options for my all-day snacking.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? The two things I'd like to do this weekend are to have our first attempt at picking names with MH (we are each formulating our own lists and will compare and try to narrow down the options) and to put together a list of all the home projects we need to do prior to LO making its grand entrance. Outside of those things, I will likely just be vegging out, and maybe trying out one of these prenatal workouts.

[anaberry]

Jan 30, 2015 9:20:53 GMT -5 purplegaloshes said:

How was your week?
Wild and crazy, but good! I am sick as a dog as of yesterday--actually stayed home sick from work today, which is not something I do very often. I couldn't fathom another day of mouth breathing through a 12 hour workday, so trying to get some studying done at home so I still feel productive.

News/Developments: We are having twins! We went in for our first OB appointment on Tuesday and got the shock of a lifetime when my doctor using her handheld ultrasound said "Oh--there's two in there. You guys get an insta-family!" I was very cautious in asking how used to the idea of twins we should get since I know there tend to be more complications with twin pregnancies, unfortunately, but she said because the twins are di-di (i.e. they each have their own gestational sac and their own placenta) and both had strong, visible heartbeats, the chances of losing one or both of them at this point is less than 2%! HOLY SHIT.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: My favorite jeans are officially done. I think I'm going to take myself to the Motherhood Maternity outlet on Saturday morning and look for screaming deals since my financial situation just became twice as tight. My doctor made me feel badass when she expressed genuine surprise that I hadn't had any bad morning sickness or vomiting at all with two little boogers wreaking havoc in there. I am finding that I'm having a lot of trouble getting comfortable in bed--I used to sleep on my stomach and that makes me cramp now, as does sleeping on my back occasionally. I'm trying to teach myself to sleep on my side, but it feels awkward and uncomfortable. Not being able to breath through my nose this past couple days has not helped.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? We are probably going to have to sit down and look seriously at our budget so we can start working on how to afford childcare for two--not a fun way to spend a weekend. I'm also coming up on a big exam in two weeks that I had already been slacking on studying for and now have been COMPLETELY distracted from, so I'm going to need to exercise some discipline and really get the ball rolling there as well. So, annabananabomb , your weekend of breakfast dates and movies is sounding real divine to me right now--not "nothing special"

Supercalifragilisticexpialidoscious news!
CONGRATULATIONS ON THE WHOPPER OF THE NEWS!
Ok, no more screaming for me, still super stoked for you though. Good luck on the process and start getting in touch with all the other twin moms in here. I know brazilianpeach is one! Your SO must have gotten faint.

[turtles]

How was your week? It was good. I felt great for a couple of days then the nausea came back.

News/Developments: My appt went great. Doctor found the heartbeat very quickly. It was amazing to hear it. It was going strong at 165!

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: still having some nausea and feeling pretty tired. Still no cravings. Only body changes so far have been bigger boobs. I have actually lost a few pounds.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? No plans for Saturday. Playing ultimate frisbee on Sunday then going to a super bowl party at a friends house.

Thanks so much for doing this!

[divinemsbee]

Appointment nerves are heating up. Wednesday I see my doc and then the following Tuesday is the NT scan, so it's kind of a lot all at once.

How was your week? Pretty quiet. It's been completely gorgeous here, so I've gotten a lot of my outside stuff done. Pregnancy-wise, I'm just keeping on keeping on. It's pretty uneventful.

News/Developments: Nothing yet. I've started looking at baby stuff, which I feel is a step in a positive direction. There's so much stuff.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: I'm a little more bloated, but nothing too bad. My small amount of nausea is gone, but the sleepies have come back.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? Kind of a full one. We'll be doing Costco and Target tonight, and then the farmer's market tomorrow and maybe the bakery. The city here does a thing where they give out free fruit trees tomorrow, so we're hoping for a lemon tree. Possibly the mall and a few other errands. It's supposed to really pour, but I'm hoping it holds off until after the market.

[tmclawchick]

Awww I love this

For, me the best part of being a mom are those moments nobody really tells you about: The moment when you're up all night with a sick baby because he ONLY wants to snuggle with you... and even though you're exhausted, you're ok with it because he needs you and you want to be there with him. The moment when you're standing over him making silly noises and he laughs the first time. That moment when he holds onto your leg because you're in a new place and he's scared. That moment when he sleepily says "I love you, Mommy" as you tuck him in. All of those random little moments are the best part of being a mom

[astheria]

Sadly things in science don't work that fast. My cv and research statement are on the desk of the chair of the department. That much I know for sure. But from here I could maybe never hear, or in a month hear, or in a week. It's so variable. In the meantime I am prepping to send out a bunch more apps, and working on converting my cv to a resume for industry positions (so I can be a big pharma shill for reals!....maybe). In the end I just want to turn the 24 hour drive home into less than 6. That would be nice.

How was your week? long and overwhelming. Every time I think about the stuff I have to do with work, job apps, and baby I freak out in a massive ball of anxiety.

News/Developments: Nothing new. Next doctors appt is next Wednesday so hoping to hear heartbeat again and be reassured that everything in there is developing as it should. Sadly I'm not sure exactly what is done at each appoint so I don't even know for sure that I will get to hear that. But based on what I've read online I should. I hope it's right.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: Just extra nausea this week. Was not fun. Kinda the feeling of if I made myself puke I would feel better, but I didn't so I just kept feeling like crap.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? I have to finish a draft of a manuscript this weekend for my boss for Monday. And I'm hoping to apply for more jobs as well. They take about an hour each because I have to tailor everything. So it will be a long science weekend. Hoping to get some rest in there as well. Sadly my laptop died so I have to send it in (I think there's a short in it and it's still under warranty). But that also means working at my desk instead of at my comfy couch

[DSHM13]

Thanks annabananabomb for doing this! Love the personal check-ins!

I'm getting more used to the move now. DH officially accepted the job offer this week. Now that we have a decision and are no longer in limbo, I feel like I have things to do and that curbs the anxiety (for now!). Only downside is that my parents are taking it really hard. I'd understand if we lived in the same town, but currently we live 1200 miles away and this isn't changing the distance at all. I think they think moving in my "condition" isn't smart. I know they will be totally supportive eventually, but I was surprised at their initial negative reactions. Now I just have to worry finding a job...

Also, can I just say how JEALOUS I am of all you ladies who are already out of the first trimester...I'm only at 10w and wish I was there!

How was your week?
Week was good. Got to stay home two days due to the snow...yay sweatpants!

News/Developments:
Scheduled my NT scan for Feb 12!

Symptoms/cravings/body changes:
Appetite came back with a vengeance this week! Trying not to give in and maintain my small, but numerous meals. Definitely see more bloated-ness in my stomach. I'm at odds with it. I know my body will change and its all for the baby, but I'm feeling ugly and fat. DH seems to like what he sees which is good? I guess? Trying to get myself to be ok with it too.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend?
Making dinner for my best friend's bday tomorrow! So excited to see her. And then the Super Bowl with DH on Sunday.

Have a great week everyone!

[purplegaloshes]

Jan 30, 2015 11:28:30 GMT -5 astheria said:

Sadly things in science don't work that fast. My cv and research statement are on the desk of the chair of the department. That much I know for sure. But from here I could maybe never hear, or in a month hear, or in a week. It's so variable. In the meantime I am prepping to send out a bunch more apps, and working on converting my cv to a resume for industry positions (so I can be a big pharma shill for reals!....maybe). In the end I just want to turn the 24 hour drive home into less than 6. That would be nice.

How was your week? long and overwhelming. Every time I think about the stuff I have to do with work, job apps, and baby I freak out in a massive ball of anxiety.

News/Developments: Nothing new. Next doctors appt is next Wednesday so hoping to hear heartbeat again and be reassured that everything in there is developing as it should. Sadly I'm not sure exactly what is done at each appoint so I don't even know for sure that I will get to hear that. But based on what I've read online I should. I hope it's right.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: Just extra nausea this week. Was not fun. Kinda the feeling of if I made myself puke I would feel better, but I didn't so I just kept feeling like crap.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? I have to finish a draft of a manuscript this weekend for my boss for Monday. And I'm hoping to apply for more jobs as well. They take about an hour each because I have to tailor everything. So it will be a long science weekend. Hoping to get some rest in there as well. Sadly my laptop died so I have to send it in (I think there's a short in it and it's still under warranty). But that also means working at my desk instead of at my comfy couch

What kind of lab do you work in?  Sounds like you have a very interesting career path!

For what it's worth, I'm a medical student and other than some very basic framework, i STILL have no idea what is really supposed to happen at each appointment.  I think it's ultimately so specific to each individual doctor that there's no real point in guessing.  I wish they'd hand you a printout or something, though, with what to expect at each visit.  It's hard not knowing, and it seems like a stupid thing to have to guess at!

Sorry to hear you're having nausea, but I'm glad you didn't make yourself ralph *shudders*

[astheria]

Jan 30, 2015 11:58:00 GMT -5 purplegaloshes said:

Jan 30, 2015 11:28:30 GMT -5 astheria said:

Sadly things in science don't work that fast. My cv and research statement are on the desk of the chair of the department. That much I know for sure. But from here I could maybe never hear, or in a month hear, or in a week. It's so variable. In the meantime I am prepping to send out a bunch more apps, and working on converting my cv to a resume for industry positions (so I can be a big pharma shill for reals!....maybe). In the end I just want to turn the 24 hour drive home into less than 6. That would be nice.

How was your week? long and overwhelming. Every time I think about the stuff I have to do with work, job apps, and baby I freak out in a massive ball of anxiety.

News/Developments: Nothing new. Next doctors appt is next Wednesday so hoping to hear heartbeat again and be reassured that everything in there is developing as it should. Sadly I'm not sure exactly what is done at each appoint so I don't even know for sure that I will get to hear that. But based on what I've read online I should. I hope it's right.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: Just extra nausea this week. Was not fun. Kinda the feeling of if I made myself puke I would feel better, but I didn't so I just kept feeling like crap.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? I have to finish a draft of a manuscript this weekend for my boss for Monday. And I'm hoping to apply for more jobs as well. They take about an hour each because I have to tailor everything. So it will be a long science weekend. Hoping to get some rest in there as well. Sadly my laptop died so I have to send it in (I think there's a short in it and it's still under warranty). But that also means working at my desk instead of at my comfy couch

What kind of lab do you work in?  Sounds like you have a very interesting career path!

For what it's worth, I'm a medical student and other than some very basic framework, i STILL have no idea what is really supposed to happen at each appointment.  I think it's ultimately so specific to each individual doctor that there's no real point in guessing.  I wish they'd hand you a printout or something, though, with what to expect at each visit.  It's hard not knowing, and it seems like a stupid thing to have to guess at!

Sorry to hear you're having nausea, but I'm glad you didn't make yourself ralph *shudders*

I do leukemia research currently. I have a phd in pharmacology and a minor in cancer biology. I am trying for an academic position (ie a professor with her own lab) but also realizing that I am also going to have to be realistic and try applying to industry positions so I can have a job after maternity leave. 

[purplegaloshes]

Jan 30, 2015 11:30:48 GMT -5 DSHM13 said:

Thanks annabananabomb for doing this! Love the personal check-ins!

I'm getting more used to the move now. DH officially accepted the job offer this week. Now that we have a decision and are no longer in limbo, I feel like I have things to do and that curbs the anxiety (for now!). Only downside is that my parents are taking it really hard. I'd understand if we lived in the same town, but currently we live 1200 miles away and this isn't changing the distance at all. I think they think moving in my "condition" isn't smart. I know they will be totally supportive eventually, but I was surprised at their initial negative reactions. Now I just have to worry finding a job...

Also, can I just say how JEALOUS I am of all you ladies who are already out of the first trimester...I'm only at 10w and wish I was there!

Think of this as an exercise in making decisions as a new, complete family unit and lovingly, gently and respectfully telling your parents to shove it.  I'm sure this is just the first of many choices you'll have to make that they may or may not approve of.  That is a them problem, not a you problem.  This is not 1856 and your "condition" is totally natural.  Listen to your body and I'm sure you'll be fine.  Good luck with the job hunt!

And another vote in for being jealous of the ladies who have officially exited first trimester!  I'm not even quite at 10 weeks yet, so I feel your pain!

[purplegaloshes]

Jan 30, 2015 12:02:47 GMT -5 astheria said:

Jan 30, 2015 11:58:00 GMT -5 purplegaloshes said:

What kind of lab do you work in?  Sounds like you have a very interesting career path!

For what it's worth, I'm a medical student and other than some very basic framework, i STILL have no idea what is really supposed to happen at each appointment.  I think it's ultimately so specific to each individual doctor that there's no real point in guessing.  I wish they'd hand you a printout or something, though, with what to expect at each visit.  It's hard not knowing, and it seems like a stupid thing to have to guess at!

Sorry to hear you're having nausea, but I'm glad you didn't make yourself ralph *shudders*

I do leukemia research currently. I have a phd in pharmacology and a minor in cancer biology. I am trying for an academic position (ie a professor with her own lab) but also realizing that I am also going to have to be realistic and try applying to industry positions so I can have a job after maternity leave. 

Best of luck to you!  Finding positions in academia is one of life's great challenges, from what I know.  My medical pharmacology course was probably MY life's greatest challenge, so just know that in my head right now you're like the smartest person alive.

[brazilianpeach]

How was your week? Totally awesome since I got to see the Wonder Twins yesterday!! They are adorable. One was quiet and one was partying on and kicking her sister. They're too little to know the sex but I have a feeling it's two girls. They were measuring 13w3d and 13w6d. One eats more tee hee! Pictures of babies attached!

News/developments: oooops I guess I already covered that.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: I am on maternity clothes. The twins popped and there's no denying the bump. Took me totally by surprise too.

GTKY: I have a birthday today, no clue tomorrow, and a party on Super Bowl Sunday.

CONGRATULATIONS purplegaloshes!! Ping me if you have questions. I've been reading, preparing, and freaking out since 6 weeks so I'm sure I can help a little!

[boox191]

I love this thread! Cute shirt brazilianpeach, and cute twins!

News/Developments: I'm getting married on Thursday! We'll be married in the morning at our city's beautiful courthouse, underneath an arbor. Our parents will be in attendance, along with 2yoSD. It's going to be quick, quiet and very special. I'm nervously awaiting my dress to arrive any minute now. After our wedding, we'll be spending the weekend in Sedona, AZ, and then it's back to work/real life! Our reception is going to follow later this year, but it was important to me to get married prior to having a big baby belly. So I'll be married with just my big bloated belly instead, lol.

Symptoms/cravings/body changes: Pregnancy has been quiet this week. Nothing super exciting except it's a trip to watch my belly inflate as the day goes on. My weight fluctuates too, so I'm between having gained 5 pounds and 8 pounds. I've been asked by a few people which SUCKS when I'm having an emotional day. Ah, that's kinda new too. I'm not a crier, so having days where I spend the whole day on edge, about to burst into tears (and actually doing it several times in a day) is really strange and stressful to me. I embrace days like today when I feel normal and STABLE.

GTKY: What are your plans for the weekend? Zoo followed by the monster truck rally on Saturday with Fiance's family. Monster trucks really not my style, but it'll be fun and my future MIL's son is a driver, so we get awesome seats/pit passes. Sunday will be shopping with SD to find her dress for Thursday. I'm so excited to get her all dressed up!