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I have not yet had an internal check to check my cervix, but I wonder, can the cervix be checked for dilation before the mucus plug has fallen out? It seems like if it were still in there, it would make it hard to tell... Just a thought.
the MP can come out gradually and regenerate itself. You can absolutely be dilated without losing your MP.
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I have not yet had an internal check to check my cervix, but I wonder, can the cervix be checked for dilation before the mucus plug has fallen out? It seems like if it were still in there, it would make it hard to tell... Just a thought.
I don't think that would cause any problem with checking. I hadn't lost any of my plug until after my cervix was checked (dilated to 3cm at the time). That evening was when I first started losing pieces of it. Maybe medical providers don't really have a hard time telling the difference either because of the size of the cervix opening or the texture of the cervix vs the mucus plug is different? I am not sure where exactly everything in there is located so that's my best guess.
Anyone else's tdap shot turn in to a peanut butter jar diameter red welt that is itchy and hurts when you move? Wondering if I'm having a reaction or if it's normal.
Mine was a quarter-sized bump, red and super itchy. It went away after about a week. I've never had a reaction to the tdap like that before so I just put it down to pregnancy hormones. I'd keep an eye on it and make sure it doesn't get any worse.
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I have not yet had an internal check to check my cervix, but I wonder, can the cervix be checked for dilation before the mucus plug has fallen out? It seems like if it were still in there, it would make it hard to tell... Just a thought.
FWIW, I never had an internal check with DD. I also never lost my mucus plug (planned C-section here). Your provider may or may not do a check. I don't know how useful they are since you can walk around dilated for a while.
Stupid question: for your hospital bags are you ladies using a suitcase or more like a sportsbag/ duffle? I know this is stupid but I just can't imagine carrying a suitcase in to the hospital....
Bluedaisy I have a mini suitcase for when in labour, so everything is very visible. Then for the rest of my stay I have a weekend bag. Both in matching leopard pony hair lol sad but true
Thanks! I was kind of a wondering if people would look at me funny if I bring a little suitcase instead of a duffle bag.
Stupid question: for your hospital bags are you ladies using a suitcase or more like a sportsbag/ duffle? I know this is stupid but I just can't imagine carrying a suitcase in to the hospital....
I'm using a smaller suitcase from our luggage set that has wheels. I figured it would be easier to wheel that in than have DH lug a big, heavy duffle bag plus, I find it's easier to pack a suitcase and find things in them than a duffle bag.
Stupid question: for your hospital bags are you ladies using a suitcase or more like a sportsbag/ duffle? I know this is stupid but I just can't imagine carrying a suitcase in to the hospital....
Bluedaisy I have a mini suitcase for when in labour, so everything is very visible. Then for the rest of my stay I have a weekend bag. Both in matching leopard pony hair lol sad but true
So I am up to date on the TDaP but I read recently you should have it late in pregnancy so baby is immune? Is that a question for my doctor?
+1 for small suitcase.
I was up on it as well and my doctor still gave me another one at 36 weeks so it would be passed on to the baby.
That's interesting here they won't give it to a pregnant woman even if she isn't up to date. You have to wait to deliver to get it. Maybe the formula is different where I am (I'm recently up to date so it's not a big worry for me, it's just interesting that it's different here).
I was up on it as well and my doctor still gave me another one at 36 weeks so it would be passed on to the baby.
That's interesting here they won't give it to a pregnant woman even if she isn't up to date. You have to wait to deliver to get it. Maybe the formula is different where I am (I'm recently up to date so it's not a big worry for me, it's just interesting that it's different here).
When I had my first they gave it in the hospital after delivery, my OB didn't even know what it was when I asked her....
This time I got it around 30 weeks.
It won't make baby immune. So please don't expect that if you get it while pregnant. But it has been thought to pass some of the antibodies to baby. They won't be immune until they too can be vaccinated. Which isn't until a bit later which is why its so important for parents, caregivers, and anyone else (grandparents) around baby a lot to get a current shot.
So I am up to date on the TDaP but I read recently you should have it late in pregnancy so baby is immune? Is that a question for my doctor?
+1 for small suitcase.
My understanding is it may pass some immunity on to the baby before they can be immunized, however (from my understanding) it can also make the baby's immunizations for it less effective. I don't think there really is a clear cut answer on which is best. The recommendation for women to receive it during 3rd tri during pregnancy changed (began?) In late 2012 I believe?
Why is lightening CALLED lightening? Nothing is being "lightened". It's getting heavier.
Huh? Are you referring to lightning crotch?
I believe it's called that not because of "lighten-ing" but more like referencing lightning in the sky metaphorically - like painful jolts in your vag.
Why is lightening CALLED lightening? Nothing is being "lightened". It's getting heavier.
I just read somewhere it's called that because the baby drops and puts less pressure on your chest/lungs, so breathing and what not because easier because it is now "lighter".
Why is lightening CALLED lightening? Nothing is being "lightened". It's getting heavier.
Huh? Are you referring to lightning crotch?
I believe it's called that not because of "lighten-ing" but more like referencing lightning in the sky metaphorically - like painful jolts in your vag.
I think there are actually two separate terms, because they are two differently spelled words. Lightening is when the baby drops, therefore the pressure in your chest lightens and it is easier to breathe; and then lightning crotch, spelled like lightning in the sky during a storm, which is the painful shocks in your crotch.
Post by beersandweirs on May 25, 2015 9:55:21 GMT -5
I wasn't sure where to put this, but I didn't want to make a new thread for it, so I'll put it here.
One of my friends is also pregnant, but with her second daughter. She is due 2 weeks before me (so like, right now) and I found out a couple of days ago that one of the four names they are considering is the one name we are considering for our daughter. We particularly like the name because it was my husband's grandma's name.
How would you handle this situation? Would you say anything, or just hope they don't end up going with it?
I wasn't sure where to put this, but I didn't want to make a new thread for it, so I'll put it here.
One of my friends is also pregnant, but with her second daughter. She is due 2 weeks before me (so like, right now) and I found out a couple of days ago that one of the four names they are considering is the one name we are considering for our daughter. We particularly like the name because it was my husband's grandma's name.
How would you handle this situation? Would you say anything, or just hope they don't end up going with it?
Post by beersandweirs on May 25, 2015 10:01:52 GMT -5
We are keeping the name a secret, so I just asked her what their names were and she told me, but I didn't say anything at the time, because I didn't know what to do.
We are keeping the name a secret, so I just asked her what their names were and she told me, but I didn't say anything at the time, because I didn't know what to do.
Ah ok. I probably would have said that "name" was on your short list too. I'm not sure what to do now because I wouldn't want to make a big deal of it. I mean, there's a chance they won't use it- but if they do, I guess I'd just tell her how much you love it, your family connection, and go ahead and name your baby.
I wasn't sure where to put this, but I didn't want to make a new thread for it, so I'll put it here.
One of my friends is also pregnant, but with her second daughter. She is due 2 weeks before me (so like, right now) and I found out a couple of days ago that one of the four names they are considering is the one name we are considering for our daughter. We particularly like the name because it was my husband's grandma's name.
How would you handle this situation? Would you say anything, or just hope they don't end up going with it?
I had this happen with DS1. We had FINALLY agreed on his name at 37 weeks and I was visiting with a friend due a month after me when one of her boys played with a toy of the same name and she said "oh, I think that is the name we are going with for the baby!" I paused and then told her we were, too, though no one else knew and we weren't announcing until after he arrived. I did tell her I didn't care if she used it, too; the boys aren't related and she did. Causes a little confusion but not a big deal. I erred on the side of telling so she didn't think I stole the name from her, I know people can get feisty about that.
Post by beersandweirs on May 25, 2015 10:27:34 GMT -5
ladysif Thanks so much for that perspective. That's part of why I wanted to say something, because even if they didn't end up using it, I didn't want them to think I "stole" it from their list. I texted her this morning, and I am having anxiety about how she will respond... if she does.
ladysif Thanks so much for that perspective. That's part of why I wanted to say something, because even if they didn't end up using it, I didn't want them to think I "stole" it from their list. I texted her this morning, and I am having anxiety about how she will respond... if she does.
I would definitely tell her. There's a chance she might not want to use it, but if she does, it would be nice of you to let her know you really like the name and want to use it for certain reasons. If you have the opportunity to know the kids might have the same name, I think you should give her the same opportunity to make that decision too. And like I said, it may deter her from picking it.
Why is lightening CALLED lightening? Nothing is being "lightened". It's getting heavier.
Huh? Are you referring to lightning crotch?
I believe it's called that not because of "lighten-ing" but more like referencing lightning in the sky metaphorically - like painful jolts in your vag.
Lightening is another term for the baby dropping. Lightning crotch is basically unrelated (and for me, generally earlier).
I believe it's called that not because of "lighten-ing" but more like referencing lightning in the sky metaphorically - like painful jolts in your vag.
Lightening is another term for the baby dropping. Lightning crotch is basically unrelated (and for me, generally earlier).
Honestly, until the other replies I had never heard of "lightening" before, and have been schooled
ladysif Thanks so much for that perspective. That's part of why I wanted to say something, because even if they didn't end up using it, I didn't want them to think I "stole" it from their list. I texted her this morning, and I am having anxiety about how she will respond... if she does.
Hopefully she will be a good friend about it! You definitely didn't steal it, you have a wonderful reason for choosing it, and she's not even 100% settled on it herself. And if she does react poorly, that's on her and she'll get over it.
I wasn't sure where to put this, but I didn't want to make a new thread for it, so I'll put it here.
One of my friends is also pregnant, but with her second daughter. She is due 2 weeks before me (so like, right now) and I found out a couple of days ago that one of the four names they are considering is the one name we are considering for our daughter. We particularly like the name because it was my husband's grandma's name.
How would you handle this situation? Would you say anything, or just hope they don't end up going with it?
did she not tell you directly?
It's a family name for you so use it. If you feel you need to do anything at all, and I don't think you do, just tell her one of the four on her list is the name you've chosen, but don't tell her which one. If you end up with matching names, oh well. NBD
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