Post by wegrowsheep on Jun 3, 2015 20:06:21 GMT -5
What are you all doing while you "wait?" 2 days past EDD:
I painted my toenails...
I wore myself out pulling weeds. Attacked the broccoli and kale garden with a vengeance, and got lots of squats in! Then moved on, to the tomato greenhouse, and pruned and tied tomato and tomatillo plants until my hands were green and crusty. And then I thought about how gorgeous and clean my hands are going to look while holding a baby and promptly took a scrub brush to them.
And now I'm tired and sore and eating a bagel, telling myself that labor is like a marathon, so carb loading is legit.
What are you all doing while you "wait?" 2 days past EDD:
I painted my toenails...
I wore myself out pulling weeds. Attacked the broccoli and kale garden with a vengeance, and got lots of squats in! Then moved on, to the tomato greenhouse, and pruned and tied tomato and tomatillo plants until my hands were green and crusty. And then I thought about how gorgeous and clean my hands are going to look while holding a baby and promptly took a scrub brush to them.
And now I'm tired and sore and eating a bagel, telling myself that labor is like a marathon, so carb loading is legit.
I need to find something to keep me busy. I just told DH I'm bored and feel like I'm in the army "hurry up and wait."
It's been rainy so that's put a damper on outside activities with DS.
Can I rant for two seconds? One of my good friends is 18w with her first child, and I am super, super happy for them. She has been asking me lots of questions about clothes, baby items, etc which is great- I am so excited to help and give advice. Anyway, tonight, we've been texting for like, 45 minutes. She's asking all kinds of questions and I am just trying to be supportive and helpful. I'm asking how she is feeling, offering ideas for symptom relief, places to find maternity deals, etc
Here is the issue I am having: not ONCE has she asked me how I am feeling/doing, etc. I am trying to not be upset, but I am seriously super annoyed. I am 37w 4d. Who knows when I'll go into labor- I just wish she acted like she cared a little.
Am I totally being ridiculous and hormonal? Would anyone else be upset? Or is it just me?
Can I rant for two seconds? One of my good friends is 18w with her first child, and I am super, super happy for them. She has been asking me lots of questions about clothes, baby items, etc which is great- I am so excited to help and give advice. Anyway, tonight, we've been texting for like, 45 minutes. She's asking all kinds of questions and I am just trying to be supportive and helpful. I'm asking how she is feeling, offering ideas for symptom relief, places to find maternity deals, etc
Here is the issue I am having: not ONCE has she asked me how I am feeling/doing, etc. I am trying to not be upset, but I am seriously super annoyed. I am 37w 4d. Who knows when I'll go into labor- I just wish she acted like she cared a little.
Am I totally being ridiculous and hormonal? Would anyone else be upset? Or is it just me?
I would be upset as well, but as an outsider I can see your friend's perspective as well. I'm betting she's excited for you, but is just so caught up in her own baby excitement, she just hasn't thought to ask about you. I've totally found myself after conversations thinking that I never even asked about the other person. Usually the other person is a really good listener and communicator and the conversation just flows and then I feel bad later. I would bet she still might text in the next few days to check on you to see how things are going.
dogmama22 and budders thanks for your thoughts, ladies. I know it wasn't intentional on her part- I just try so hard to be a good friend and a good listener, I guess I was just disappointed that it wasn't reciprocated last night. I can understand though, it's exciting to be pg (especially when it is so new) and I can see how she might have just not been thinking about it. Thanks for making me see the other side
I've been trying to find a coke with LO's name on the bottle. I can't drink it anyways (soda gives me reflux)!
If you can not find it in stores you can go to their website and order them!
I just went to their website, very interesting. They have DH's name, my name, and this LO's name, but not DD- Lucy. I would have thought that one would have been popular enough to make the cut. I do see where you can suggest a name too.
If you can not find it in stores you can go to their website and order them!
I just went to their website, very interesting. They have DH's name, my name, and this LO's name, but not DD- Lucy. I would have thought that one would have been popular enough to make the cut. I do see where you can suggest a name too.
@hazeldublin I'm a pretty bendy person, maybe that's why? Or just really desperate...
I can still paint mine too! Badge of honor! I refuse to give birth or walk around with chipped toenail polish and I don't want to pay for a pedicure every week either lol! Flexibility helps a lot!
@hazeldublin I'm a pretty bendy person, maybe that's why? Or just really desperate...
I can still paint mine too! Badge of honor! I refuse to give birth or walk around with chipped toenail polish and I don't want to pay for a pedicure every week either lol! Flexibility helps a lot!
MIL took me to get a pedicure this past weekend and it was a little bit of heaven! I got pink polish to encourage baby girl to come on out;) I also refuse to have awful toes/feet at delivery so if they chip before my induction, I'll be getting 1 more pedicure next weekend! *considers chipping polish on purpose*
Post by mrsmonogrammed on Jun 4, 2015 10:20:37 GMT -5
@hazeldublin I have my hair appointment set for the 10th...FX I make it that long because one of my FAVORITE things is having someone play with my hair! I think it will be so relaxing right before delivery:)
Good idea on the eyebrows-mine are a smidge out of control. I think I'll be adding that to my "To-Do" list:)
Post by holliberry28 on Jun 4, 2015 11:32:28 GMT -5
I also hate getting my hair highlighted..it takes so long! But I love getting it cut. I guess I should go make an appointment before I'm set to be induced in 2 weeks. It's been 2 months since my last appointment.
I also need a pedicure, but considering how bad the edema is in my feet and ankles, is the hot water soak ok for that??
I just got a box of Sherry's Berries from MIL and FIL for my Bday. Holy cow, these are like a pregnant lady's dream!
I am an avid listener of the Elvis Duran and the morning show and they ALWAYS talk about and promote Sherry's Berries. They sound amazing. I almost bought myself some when they had the valentines day promo, and mothers day promo. Never did. Just the way they talk about them makes me think these must be some of the best things on earth!
DH has gotten them for me several times and we send them to his grandma and mom pretty often. I've gotten them for him too. So delish!
So...the guy I'm training to cover my maternity leave is THE LOUDEST chewer ever! He chews with his mouth open and crunches things that shouldn't sound crunchy. He also walks REALLY heavily down the hall. I don't know why this drives me crazy, but it totally does.
Loving all the mama pampering going on. I tried to get a pedicure on Tuesday before preschool pick up but the line was too long so I'm holding off until next Tuesday after my "eviction" prenatal massage. I got a spray tan today and highlight, trim, and brow shaping are on deck for tomorrow morning. These brows have gotten out of control and it hurts to try to lean over our high vanities to pluck the suckers.
Loving all the mama pampering going on. I tried to get a pedicure on Tuesday before preschool pick up but the line was too long so I'm holding off until next Tuesday after my "eviction" prenatal massage. I got a spray tan today and highlight, trim, and brow shaping are on deck for tomorrow morning. These brows have gotten out of control and it hurts to try to lean over our high vanities to pluck the suckers.
A spray tan while pregnant?! Please don't go into a coma or turn blue
Kristykristyleelee - you absolutely have to get some! Maybe ask for some as your "push present", as ridiculous as those are, it is a good excuse to get some yumminess
We have several friends who got awesome push presents. I never mentioned it to DH but randomly he mentioned he knew what he was getting me for mine. He is all excited too! I'm really curious now!
Loving all the mama pampering going on. I tried to get a pedicure on Tuesday before preschool pick up but the line was too long so I'm holding off until next Tuesday after my "eviction" prenatal massage. I got a spray tan today and highlight, trim, and brow shaping are on deck for tomorrow morning. These brows have gotten out of control and it hurts to try to lean over our high vanities to pluck the suckers.
A spray tan while pregnant?! Please don't go into a coma or turn blue
I really miss Megron. Call me an absolute rebel but I signed up for unlimited air tans when I found out I was pregnant. No adverse side effects and doc approved them but I feel sorry for the techs who have to spray my ginormous belly every week.
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