Post by musicallyinclined on Feb 3, 2017 7:54:49 GMT -5
DS2 is nursing away, he seems to have a better handle on it today than yesterday. I also got some sleep which is awesome. and... I think we get to go home today! They have to check his jaundice again in a few hours, I'm hoping he stays in zone 1. That's all I have for now.
I hope things get moving for you, Evelyn3. When I started having contractions I basically walked around as much as possible. When they didn't go away I knew they were the real deal. Good luck!
I slept in this morning, and it was glorious. I did realize that we have no eggs, so I had to run out at 7:30 to get them. 22 degrees wakes you up really fast! We're going to visit my great grandma this morning, and then over to my dads for dinner.
I'm looking forward to this weekend. I'm thinking I can get all the high priority things checked off my list, and then I'll be able to relax a little in the next 3-5 weeks before baby comes.
Happy 37 weeks to baby Clara. She shows no signs of leaving the comfort of her home, so I'm just going to pretend she'll be in there forever 😜
Post by loves2shop4shoes on Feb 3, 2017 8:44:34 GMT -5
TGIF ladies!
DH and I went to a fancy dinner last night. We wanted one last NICE date before the baby comes. And fancy it was. Thank God I got paid yesterday lol. We had a heavy 24 hours before it, so it was nice to go out for a romantic meal. We even watched a couple nearby get engaged, which made us both teary.
DH is dying for the baby to come out and he keeps telling her to come out and asking if I'm in labor. It's adorable but it actually makes me feel like I'm failing at this somehow... like she should've already come.
Overnight I passed another mucus plug, this one by far the most massive. Like maybe the size of a raspberry. And I had one or two BH and just menstrual type cramping. (Par for the course for me these days.)
I hope she comes out soon.
Today is yet another day of forcing myself to work and wishing I didn't have to.
I had my belly check this morning. The OB has been saying I'm "boring" throughout the last months of my pregnancy which is music to my ears. I turned down an internal check since I didn't want to be disappointed. I'll be getting them at appointments from here on out though.
I'm feeling good because last night I managed to put away all of baby's stuff even without getting closet shelving. Her room looks so cute. I am still waiting on a monogram wall art thing from Etsy, and I need to hang up some of the decorative wall hooks my mom got. Other than that, the nursery is ready! Once I get those two things done I'll be posting pics.
loves2shop4shoes You are definitely not failing at this. Most FTM go past their due date unfortunately. It sounds like things are going in the right direction! Maybe try going for a long walk tonight to get things moving!!!
We're going to get our curtains for the living room tonight. I think we will make a Target stop as well to get some more baby things & maybe some more comfy clothes for while I'm on mat. leave. I am just so glad it's Friday. This has been the longest week at work.
I finally logged onto TCF on my work computer. It's risky because I work in a cube with my large monitor facing the entrance, so people see my screen before I realize they're coming. But today I'm running some queries that are freezing Access and there is no legit work I can do meanwhile. It's less dangerous for my budget than constantly browsing baby stuff on Amazon...
I had more contractions last night but they went away once I got in the shower. My back is killing me these days, but it's only on one side. I think I pulled something on that side. It's annoying.
Baby woke me up at 3:30 by kicking me under the ribs and somehow my diaphragm got involved because it was like the wind got knocked out of me. Thanks Baby!
Post by oldbaylover1024 on Feb 3, 2017 9:37:18 GMT -5
loves2shop4shoes - Oh, lady, you're not failing at anything! You're growing a human for goodness sake! I'd say you're doing something pretty damn awesome. It's really hard waiting... I know we can all relate to that LOL
And, like you, I brought myself to work today. Ugh. My coworkers have a pool going to see when I have this baby. It's fun, but also kind of annoying. Every day someone (if not EVERYONE) makes the, "Oh, you're still here," comment. Yes, yes I'm still here. I am not an illusion.
I'm looking forward to this weekend. MH is off for the first Saturday in MONTHS and we're going to do some family stuff with J.
H also got me an early birthday present - a pearl and diamond ring! He got me pearl and diamond earrings for our wedding, and a pearl necklace after J was born/for my first Mother's Day (she was born MD weekend), so this ring basically completes my set. I love it. I snagged a good one
ETA: And we got our state tax refund already! I just filed on Monday or Tuesday! Yay for maternity leave money LOL!
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Post by shawnabm1320 on Feb 3, 2017 9:54:30 GMT -5
Haha staz, I was being woken up by kicks under the rib cage last night too. It's usually a sign I need to pee - she moves down a smidge after I empty my bladder
oldbaylover1024, that reminds me, I really should do my taxes early this year. I usually do them early but this year I anticipate them being extra complicated since we bought a house and basically doubled our income. DNW to deal with that in a sleep deprived state with a newborn.
Day 5 of heel pricks for Miss O. She is so tight in the border for the photo therapy. She did have 3 poops yesterday so Hope that helps.
So tired today. Lll Miss was not happy at all last night so sleep was less than normal.
Edit: Well results were apparently rushed or something because back before 10am. Pedi wants us to come in at 2 for a weight check and to discuss her feedings. Guessing we'll be told to switch from breastfeeding to formula. After the super rough night I'm positive DH will be 100% supportive of formula. 😭
Post by monicageller on Feb 3, 2017 10:23:18 GMT -5
Hey all! BP was high again at Dr office This morning so immback at the hospital for the 3rd time this week. NST, blood work, and urine are still all good. And BP goes down after I sit in the bed for NST. So Dr is releasing me and letting me go to work for a few hours, but then bedrest for the weekend and back here Monday morning for more monitoring.
I'm 36+4 today, will be 37 weeks Monday. Dr thinks I'm on the road to being pre-eclamptic, so the question is when they decide to pull the trigger. We'll see how much longer they let me go!
I'm dissappointed because I really wanted the chance to go into labor on my own or at least get close to 42 weeks before being induced. But I've come to terms with it at this point.
Post by oldbaylover1024 on Feb 3, 2017 10:29:49 GMT -5
monicageller - Sorry the BP is still an issue. Do they have you monitoring it at home, too? With J I had elevated BP and they asked me to do a morning and evening reading at home. Turns out the doctor's office made my BP spike (anxiety is so fun). FX they let you go a little longer.
FWIW I usually do my taxes, oh, the first or second week of April LOL I HATE doing them - probably because it's what I do all damn day. But I didn't want it hanging over my head.
notagoddess - Congrats on the larger income and home purchase! The increased income won't complicate anything - probably just larger W-2 income, and as long as you withheld enough you should be okay. But the home sale can be intimidating for folks. Just remember to deduct all your real estate taxes (including any you paid at closing - they're on your HUD-1), mortgage interest, etc. on your schedule A. If you use a software like TaxAct or TurboTax, you can do the interview mode and it'll guide you through the entry process.
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I'm looking forward to a nice, boring day. MH has the car, so I'm stuck at home, and the kids are at daycare. I think my agenda includes nap, dishes, laundry, reading, cleaning, work, and eating, in whatever order I get to them. I could go sort baby clothes, but that seems like it should wait until next week when I'm officially on leave.
Post by crazycatlady6 on Feb 3, 2017 10:50:17 GMT -5
I Have a good one that will give you guys a good chuckle. My subconscious decided to mess with me overnight and I dreamt that I gave birth but a human didn't come out...my calico kitty did!
DH's reaction when I told him: It was only a matter of time.
Fortunately, I did have an OB and MFM appointment this morning and my little guy is 7lb 2oz with a full head of hair and has no plans of coming soon since i am not dilated at all but is head down. Works for me!
I'm having so many feels today. A, my oldest, is 14 years old today. 14! She had such a rough year and I'm so hopeful for her that everything just gets better moving forward. Teenagerdom is tough, and it feels so much worse watching your child go through all those painful, awkward stages and emotions. She's grown so much, though, and I'm immensely proud of her.
Doing laundry now that the birthday tiramisu trifle (thanks, @ oldbaylover1024, for that recipe!) is done. Trying to take it somewhat easy- today would NOT be a good day to have the baby.
Post by wildflower810 on Feb 3, 2017 11:44:52 GMT -5
I've reached the point where everything hurts and I'm dying. My underbelly hurts SO MUCH when I stand or try to walk. I have my belly wrapped right now and am seriously considering leaving it wrapped when we go to the grocery store in a minute. Stares from strangers be damned.
Oh, and DS1 has a cold. Because that's exactly what we need in the house right now. FX it's an easy one and doesn't turn into something worse.
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I also get the "oh you're still here" comments every single effing day oldbaylover1024 So annoying. Even more annoying knowing that I could have another month. I just want to yell at people when they say that (or just, when they talk to me in general....lol.....) pregnancy rage has been serious business this time
I love working with little kids but it really is taking all my will power to not yell at them when they touch my belly. STOP TOUCHING ME!!!!!!!!!!! It's relentless wherever I go now.
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Post by flyinghorses6 on Feb 3, 2017 12:35:21 GMT -5
loves2shop4shoes don't feel like you're failing, he is just anxious and excited. Average gestation for first timers is 41 weeks, 1 day! Keep that in mind!!
notagoddess cannot wait to see some pictures! Yay for finishing up the nursery.
@jacks605 sorry for so many poke for miss O but maybe you're almost in the clear!!!
monicageller how frustrating with all the back and forth. Sounds like if things continue this way you'll be meeting your baby sooner rather than later. Sorry it's not how you planned it, but healthy moms and babies are the goal all around. Glad they are watching you closely!
AFM I'm still riding the fun game of come and go contractions, cramping and bloody show. I know it's pre-labor and a good sign. I just wish I could know when this all exactly was going to pick up and lead me to meeting R! It's hard explaining to DH it could be any minute, or this for another week!
I'm off tonight and I was secretly hoping to go into labor, and deliver her by like 5 am (which technically could still happen), so we could be home for the super bowl...I really suck at not having any control over the situation. Hopefully now that I'm up from my nap, and I can walk around and see if things get going. I woke up a few times from contractions--but this has been about 24 hours of the same shenanigans.
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