Monday mehhhhh

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The weather going from 80 something to 30 something in one day has my sinuses all messed up. That plus the pregnant swollen nasal passages is super happy fun times.

I have a FFMC. I have only gotten a few things for this baby. We have absolutely 0 stuff because we got ride of baby stuff as we got done with it because, OAD, so...here I am. Weirdly zen about being unprepared.

[skk]

It's already an extremely slow day at work and my computer has decided to act up. I'm working the whole week since I don't have extra leave and am already regretting this decision.

On a better note, I'm about 95% done with wrapping presents. I thought I was done, but found a few gifts this morning that I hid in the closet...oops. At least I found them before Christmas.

I'm hoping to tackle the clutter before the year ends. We started a few projects yesterday and all of them are half done.

[daisylola11]

Dec 19, 2016 13:06:03 GMT -5 erinshelley21 said:

Dec 19, 2016 11:34:33 GMT -5 daisylola11 said:

It's official I'm back to no coffee, threw it right up after trying to breath through the nausea ☹️

Did you cry? Because I would have.

I did, was very ragy for a bit I'm not gonna lie

[erinshelley21]

I wore my new slippers back to work. I dare anyone to say anything to me about it. My brother knows better than to open his mouth. My money is on the 61 year old.

[kaits8]

Hi everyone! Poor DH got home late from work last night so didn't get to sleep until after 1am...then he had to be up again at 330am for more work. He was home by 9 and slept until 1, but is back at work now so he must be exhausted.

DD had her 1st dentist appointment today! She did (fairly) well, and the dentist's office is GREAT with kids and has an awesome play area. Turns out she has 1 molar partially in and another on it's way..no wonder she has been miserable.

Glucose test next week..3 days after Christmas, woo. Can't wait to get that done and hopefully continue sailing toward March!

[mosdub]

Hey all! Hope you're all able to find a moment to enjoy the season despite all of the stress that comes with the holidays!

I got my amazon baby box (which is strange because it said it was delivered a week ago, so I notified them on Friday and they sent a second one but that one says it's still preparing for shipping-so this box must be the original but maybe was delivered to someone else's house and they just took forever to put it on my porch?)

Without further adieu, I give you the contents: .

I'm really happy with it!!! Huge wipes container, then a portable one for the diaper bag, plus a cute helicopter toy, nursing pads, lotion and shampoo samples, and bottle!

ETA:  I price checked it and it's not really worth $35, but considering I got it for free I think it's pretty swell.  Definitely wouldn't recommend paying for it though. 

[mikaela20]

I am so jealous of these freebies and savings people keep talking about. I get nothing but spam emails when I join all the baby related newsletter and contests. So annoying!

[glb30]

obi are you feeling better today (in general)?

caer pink eye sucks!

meggypoo1 my boobs starting leaking within the last week too. I'm a FTM, and was a little grossed out. I think I need to get over that.

mosdub I love that box!!!

mikaela20 no freebies here either.

AFM, I just left my PCP who diagnosed me with shingles. Wtf! Who under the age of 70 gets shingles?! It's annoying, but apparently can't hurt the baby. I am on some strong antivirals though. Luckily, I don't get real nervous about taking medication.

[mikaela20]

Dec 19, 2016 17:32:26 GMT -5 @justinslovo said:

Dec 19, 2016 17:20:14 GMT -5 mikaela20 said:

I am so jealous of these freebies and savings people keep talking about. I get nothing but spam emails when I join all the baby related newsletter and contests. So annoying!

Are you an Amazon Prime member?

No- is that where all the freebie come from?

[mosdub]

glb30 SHINGLES? Damn, girl My grandma had that and it can be painful, but it's good to know it can't hurt the baby. I hope you have a super mild case and that the meds help it pass quickly.

[mikaela20]

Dec 19, 2016 18:01:23 GMT -5 @justinslovo said:

Dec 19, 2016 17:50:43 GMT -5 mikaela20 said:

No- is that where all the freebie come from?

That's where the welcome box we're chatting about is from. But as far as formula samples and coupons, I have had good luck with both Similac and Enfamil. I actually still get coupons for toddler formula.

I just did a quick google. And this list popped up. I may actually look into it more later. And with anything I would give out a secondary email so you don't get bombarded.

www.thebalance.com/free-baby-samples-and-freebies-1356465

Yeah I keep try these types of things fpr freebie but nothing. Not even coupons!

Good idea on using a different email, I will try that with this link.

[amandamh2]

So my mom is pissed because DH and I can no longer run errands for her. We found out today that the store she needs us to stop at (45 minute drive from our town) doesn't open until 10 tomorrow . We then have another 6 hour drive to get to SILs house and have tostop at my grandparents place first. There is no way to make all that happpen before supper.
I get that she's annoyed because she has to make alternate plans now (they live 4 hours from the store) but the only reason we were doing it was because both she and my brother changed their shopping plans last minute twice. Apparently we are the only ones not allowed to have things come up and plans change, like both of us getting nasty stomach bugs that put us in survival mode vs prep for the holidays mode so we don't get our plans finalized early enough to spot a mistake.

[glb30]

@amc25 I learned today that pregnant women are more at risk for it.

mosdub it is super painful! I honestly probably would have ignored it if it wasn't- haha. Im hoping it clears quickly.

[obi]

Definitely better than I was, thanks for asking glb30! I have been working hard at some exercises that have been effective in the past (mindfulness, brain dumping, etc) and my H has been pretty receptive so that is a big help. I have been able to be honest with him about where I am struggling and how he can help--or at the very least, not hinder me.
He surprised me on the weekend by running me a bath with new bubble bath, lighting a candle and leaving a dish of chocolate next to the tub. Ah-may-zing.

I am sooo sorry about the shingles! That is some kind of hell. A mom on my past bmb had them while pregnant as well.

[skk]

mosdub That's an awesome baby box! I'm super sad they won't ship it to HI. It's always an awful excuse because regular shipping doesn't cost any more to HI than within the continental US.

glb30 I'm so sorry about the shingles! I hope those meds knock it out quickly. I had a bout of shingles a few years ago and it was so awful.

[britab]

My toast shot out of the toaster and behind the fridge this morning.

I have already gained 30 lbs and only gained 30 total with DD. I'm not eating crazy and am working out and stand at work all day.

I peed my pants for the first time today. I was making DD dinner and thought I could hold it. DD said I need to be a big girl.

[mosdub]

britab I lol'ed at the toast. WTF moment but kind of funny in a "this can't be real life" way. I'm also up 30 pounds But my doctor said not to worry about it since it's probably mostly water weight. Hang in there!

[glb30]

obi I'm glad you are feeling somewhat better. Your husband is so sweet! I'm glad you have support at home.

[caer]

I love your box mosdub! I ordered mine yesterday so I wonder if it will be similar. I hope so!

Crap glb30. That sounds terrible. I'm so, so sorry!

[meggypoo1]

glb30 you can try to get over it but it's weird! Haha! I am still weirded out by a lot! Also, so sorry about shingles! That sucks!!

[amandamh2]

@justinslovo, hallmark ornaments. It's a big deal for the family. My hometown is tiny so no real shopping besides groceries. The nearest city is 2 hours away and the nearest big-ish city is the one near us (4 hours). I'm mostly mad that they kept changing their plans on me (she or my brother would have stayed at my house when they came shopping) but when I need out it's the end of the world.
Also packing for 13 days away with 3 people and presents to worry about is stressful. Seriously considering staying home next year.

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Dec 19, 2016 17:46:42 GMT -5 @amc25 said:

Dec 19, 2016 17:37:07 GMT -5 glb30 said:

AFM, I just left my PCP who diagnosed me with shingles. Wtf! Who under the age of 70 gets shingles?! It's annoying, but apparently can't hurt the baby. I am on some strong antivirals though. Luckily, I don't get real nervous about taking medication.

My mom had shingles when she was pregnant with me! I hope the meds clear it up quickly.

Same. Mom had them while pregnant. Something to do with a slightly less robust immune system.

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I sitting with you ladies that are having feels about their weight gain. I'm also up 30 lbs and I don't get it. With DS I hardly gained at all. Boo. Oh well, at least I don't have to much more to go.

[erinshelley21]

I'm sure my dr will have things to say about my weight at my appointment Wednesday. I gained nearly 60 lbs last time. I would just like to stay under that. I think I'm at 30 or 35 so far. With 9-13 weeks to go, I think I should be okay.

On that note, that 9 number is kind of terrifying.

[britab]

Dec 19, 2016 21:00:58 GMT -5 @priss08 said:

I sitting with you ladies that are having feels about their weight gain. I'm also up 30 lbs and I don't get it. With DS I hardly gained at all. Boo. Oh well, at least I don't have to much more to go.

I'm trying not to stress and I know it's worth it but man it's hard. I don't want to be a blimp in maternity pics next month.

I'm not one to obsess about weight but pregnancy does a number on me.

[cosmicav]

Tomorrow is our LAST DAY of school before winter break. And then I can just rest and lay down (in an ideal world) for 2 weeks. Yasssss

[britab]

Dec 19, 2016 23:14:13 GMT -5 . said:

Dec 19, 2016 22:45:01 GMT -5 cosmicav said:

Tomorrow is our LAST DAY of school before winter break. And then I can just rest and lay down (in an ideal world) for 2 weeks. Yasssss

Jealous! Our last day is Thurs. Luckily I'm subbed out that day to do IEPs.

Our last day is Thursday too! Lots of other districts in the area are already out though.

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Dec 19, 2016 22:27:38 GMT -5 britab said:

Dec 19, 2016 21:00:58 GMT -5 @priss08 said:

I sitting with you ladies that are having feels about their weight gain. I'm also up 30 lbs and I don't get it. With DS I hardly gained at all. Boo. Oh well, at least I don't have to much more to go.

I'm trying not to stress and I know it's worth it but man it's hard. I don't want to be a blimp in maternity pics next month.

I'm not one to obsess about weight but pregnancy does a number on me.

I know what you mean.