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[Widget123]

Doing good physically, but still anxious about unresolved issues with DH and DD and the massive pile of work work left to finish.

Yes, but I am most nervous about working out the kinks the first few weeks with who does what, DDs schedule, feeding baby, etc. once we get past that I will feel a lot more confident.

Enjoying being pregnant because it has been so much easier and more enjoyable this time physically and emotionally. Not ready for LO to arrive on many fronts for a few more weeks.

3 weeks-ish to EDD

Worries:

1. I mentioned in Monday Randoms, etc. that DH and I are not on the same page about feeding baby. I want to try breastfeeding again at the beginning, but he is worried that we will have the same problems with this child as we did with DD and knows how emotional I was about trying to breastfeed and not succeeding. DH wants me to EP this LO from the beginning; easy for him to say, he gave me such a hard time about EPing DD and doesn't feel the same effects of how hard EPing is on me.

2. I also mentioned DD has been having a lot of nightmares at night recently and wants to crawl into our bed in the middle of night which is also problematic.

3. History repeating itself. I already feel more anxious about my ultrasound today and appointment tomorrow after hearing DHs work is throwing him another baby shower today, which is the last thing that happened before I suddenly had to get induced with DD.

Looking forward to baby snuggles and hopefully being a more confident STM. Also looking forward to see DD fall in love with the new baby.

[bendherova]

Jun 2, 2015 3:04:04 GMT -5 @hazeldublin said:

How are you all doing?

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?

How long until due date?

Any worries?

What are you looking forward to?

1. I'm mostly ok. But every afternoon I hit some sort of a wall- either of exhaustion or discomfort- yesterday was both! And then of course I can't fall asleep at a reasonable time, so the tiredness perpetuates! DS1 just started day camp at school (and he LOVED IT!!) so I should hopefully have some time to rest/run errands/finish up organizing.

2. I have had 4 years solo with DS1. He's such a sweet and snuggly little boy. DH works a ton, so we've had so much time alone together just hanging out. We've had so many adventures just the two of us (like that summer we earned 25k FF miles in 5 trips, none of which included H). It's easy to road trip with him, and we have our little routines/plans when we do. And now we'll still have H working a ton, and we'll have to figure out how to add DS2 into our adventures. I know DS1 is pretty resilient and goes with the flow most of the time, but it'll still mess things up while we figure out how to work the newbie in. I'll still need to give DS1 a lot of solo mama time.


3. I'm fairly well over being pregnant. But really give me another week until I start complaining about it. I'm only 37+2.

4. I have about 3 weeks until my due date. Of course, at this point in my pregnancy with DS1, I still had 28days left. I really don't want to be pregnant that much longer!!

5. Biggest fear is that I'll go into labor and won't have time for my parents to arrive (4-5h away) before I have to go to the hospital. I do have friends I feel comfortable asking for help-- in daytime hours- but in the MOTN?? eek!

6. wine. pizza. Seeing DH hug both boys at the same time.

[bendherova]

Widget123, I'm sorry your H isn't being supportive about BFing. It was so much more difficult than I expected it to be when I had DS1! I wanted to quit almost every day.

Is there anything we J15 mamas can help you with? Finding resources if you need help or have questions? How supportive is your pediatricians office?

We're here for you! And you know someone will be up MOTN when we're all figuring out our newborns!

[lalamomma]

How are you all doing?
-DH just left today for work again. I'm not 37 weeks but given that dd came at 37/4 I'm not overly optimistic I won't be calling him for a last minute flight home. I also sign papers for a new car today. Which I'm excited for still a big vehicle but lower to the ground, newer and under warranty so less chance of surprise repair costs.

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?
-Yes and no. I know I love him dearly and he is so special to me already. I worry about balancing two kids, and keeping a closeness with them both. It's really hard to imagine loving two people as strongly and deeply as I love DD. She changed me so much. I know it will all work out and we will wonder how we ever worried

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?
Both! I'm enjoying showering DD with special time and attention and really getting all the 1-on-1 attention I can. I know a baby will change things and that's wonderful. Plus this is our last baby, so I'm trying to enjoy those last kicks, punches and moments. I know I'll forget about the back pain and miss pregnancy eventually.
That said the back pain... And the heartburn! Yuck.

How long until due date?
3 weeks and 3 days I think

Any worries?
Mostly at the moment we had to get a test for Cystic fibrosis gene from my husband. I was never tested with my last pregnancy or early in this one and just found out I am a carrier. If DH is this baby has a 1/4 chance basically of having Cystic Fibrosis and I honestly had no idea.
Other than that just worried DH won't make the birth. Which would break my heart. I guess breastfeeding too since it was so hard with DD.


What are you looking forward to?
Being a family of 4 and being together. Seeing how DD blossoms as a big sister and the relationship they build. This little boy will be so loved.
Oh and a good stiff cocktail! LOL

Edited because I sent send to quickly!

[lalamomma]

Jun 2, 2015 5:38:08 GMT -5 @hazeldublin said:

lalamomma hoping the text results come back clear for your husband!

Thank you! I'm so anxious about it. I know it's out of my hands but it was so unexpected. I'm trying to focus on the fact DD have it as a good sign.
I let my brother know for future reference if he would have kids so he can be safe and be tested before as would his SO and could know ahead of time and make informed decisions.

[Widget123]

Jun 2, 2015 5:02:57 GMT -5 bendherova said:

Widget123, I'm sorry your H isn't being supportive about BFing. It was so much more difficult than I expected it to be when I had DS1! I wanted to quit almost every day.

Is there anything we J15 mamas can help you with? Finding resources if you need help or have questions? How supportive is your pediatricians office?

We're here for you! And you know someone will be up MOTN when we're all figuring out our newborns!

Thanks for being so supportive bendherova! I'm not ready to get myself too emotionally invested in trying to make breastfeeding work yet; I want to take things one day at a time, and focus on baby's arrival within the next few weeks first.  But I am glad to hear that my fellow J15 mamas will be there to support me when the time comes

[silv3rlining]

How are you all doing?

Pretty good. Still amazed at how different the 2 pregnancies have been.

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?

Yes! DS is awesome but also about to be 2 so we have challenging days. He was also a very low maintenance/chill baby and I'm nervous how LO is going to be. Plus DS has been clingier lately and I'm concerned about jealousy/acting out.

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?

Both.we're not sure if this is our last so I'm sad about the fact these could be my last days ever pregnant. But I'm finally getting to a point where I'm more excited than nervous for baby to arrive.

How long until due date?

5 days?

Any worries?

See above

What are you looking forward to?

Finally meeting baby girl. Seeing DH with his daughter. Figuring out the new "norm."

[wifedeangel]

How are you all doing? Other than being really tired all the time, I'm ok. Hanging in there

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix? Yes! Dd is fully entering into the Terrible Two stage, with tantrums and everything, so I am a little nervous about how all that is going to work out with a newborn.

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes? I'm just in a holding pattern right now. This is most likely my last pregnancy, but I'm not being sentimental about it. I like the kicks, but will be glad to have the baby out.

How long until due date? A week and a half (!!!!!)

Any worries? Like I said, having a 2yo and a newborn. And also the baby coming in the next 36 hours before you ILs arrive to take caren of DD.

What are you looking forward to? newborn snuggles, breastfeeding (after the first few weeks), and having my family complete and together. And not wanting to cry over every damn thing.

[tatersalad]

Jun 2, 2015 3:04:04 GMT -5 @hazeldublin said:

How are you all doing?

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?

How long until due date?

Any worries?

What are you looking forward to?

I'm hanging in there. This has been a rough pregnancy so while I can't wait to never be pregnant again, on good days I feel like I can ride this out a little longer to enjoy being a family of 3. The anxiety about becoming a family of 4 and making the transition with DS #1 has definitely set in. 2 weeks till due date. I'm looking forward to getting my energy back and finally meeting this little guy. Wearing normal clothes again and of course, the cocktails!

[islandgirl14]

How are you all doing? Ready to be done!

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix? Very nervous, yes. And I feel like I've forgotten a lot of things relative to the newborn phase, so I feel a bit unprepared!

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes? 100% over it.

How long until due date? 20 days!! But seriously... who's counting!

Any worries? Yes... the one I mentioned above, but also worried about labor happening so fast that we can't get someone over fast enough to watch G, and I'm also worried that I'll labor so fast I won't make it in time for my epidural, which I almost didn't make already last time as it was... heh...

What are you looking forward to? Getting that little human out of me! Haha! In all seriousness though, I'm really looking forward to having an outside baby!

[billyhorrible]

How are you all doing?
I've been having prodromal labor for a week and a half now and it's frustrating. Hard as a STM because I can't really anticipate when these contractions are not going to die out after 3 hours. And the constant nausea and backpain is less than ideal.

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?
Nope

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?
I think everyone is over it by 40 weeks

How long until due date?
It's today

Any worries?
Just getting to the hospital in time and figuring out the bris/baby naming situation given my entire family will be out of state next week for my cousin's wedding.

What are you looking forward to?
The baby!

[ladymouse]

How are you all doing?
Still chasing my proverbial tail, pausing only to yap pointlessly at people. Freaking out a bit over a car repair.

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?
YES. DH has gotten DS to sleep 3 times in 2.5 years. How the hell am I supposed to get DS to sleep in between nursing sessions?

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?
I'm over GD, and over worrying about her position, but otherwise enjoying the relative calm before the storm.

How long until due date?
18 days. Which makes my stomach jump into my throat.

Any worries? As above. Plus DH won't hear if his job is continuing until sometime during his paternity leave. There's a much smaller worry - DS is kind of in the middle of potty training (his choice), and I'm just really hoping he doesn't regress.

What are you looking forward to? Black Forest cake, a cold Sprite, a cup of full caff coffee. Seeing her for the first time/hearing her cry. Getting to a new normal.

[silv3rlining]

Jun 2, 2015 8:19:21 GMT -5 islandgirl14 said:

How are you all doing? Ready to be done!

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix? Very nervous, yes. And I feel like I've forgotten a lot of things relative to the newborn phase, so I feel a bit unprepared!

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes? 100% over it.

How long until due date? 20 days!! But seriously... who's counting!

Any worries? Yes... the one I mentioned above, but also worried about labor happening so fast that we can't get someone over fast enough to watch G, and I'm also worried that I'll labor so fast I won't make it in time for my epidural, which I almost didn't make already last time as it was... heh...

What are you looking forward to? Getting that little human out of me! Haha! In all seriousness though, I'm really looking forward to having an outside baby!

I hear ya on the feeling of forgetting newborn things. The other week I was like what do I really need for a newborn...plus since every kid is different it's hard to say how easy or high maintenance this bub might be.

[veggiemo]

How are you all doing? I'm ok. I'm trying not to think about it too much because then I just worry.

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix? Scared out of my mind!

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes? I'm going to miss being pregnant feeling all the growing and baby movements. Some days I just want to get it over with and other days I realize how much harder it's going to be once the baby is here.

How long until due date? Thursday!
 
Any worries? How I'm physically going to be able to handle DS while recovering. But my biggest worry since square one is how DH and I will do as a team.

What are you looking forward to? Finally being able to complete our family and integrate the baby into our lives.

[islandgirl14]

Jun 2, 2015 8:54:08 GMT -5 silv3rlining said:

Jun 2, 2015 8:19:21 GMT -5 islandgirl14 said:

How are you all doing? Ready to be done!

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix? Very nervous, yes. And I feel like I've forgotten a lot of things relative to the newborn phase, so I feel a bit unprepared!

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes? 100% over it.

How long until due date? 20 days!! But seriously... who's counting!

Any worries? Yes... the one I mentioned above, but also worried about labor happening so fast that we can't get someone over fast enough to watch G, and I'm also worried that I'll labor so fast I won't make it in time for my epidural, which I almost didn't make already last time as it was... heh...

What are you looking forward to? Getting that little human out of me! Haha! In all seriousness though, I'm really looking forward to having an outside baby!

I hear ya on the feeling of forgetting newborn things. The other week I was like what do I really need for a newborn...plus since every kid is different it's hard to say how easy or high maintenance this bub might be.

Totally agree. Even things like BFing are making me nervous too... I don't remember at what point I need to start pumping, I feel confused at how to handle engorgement (when to do hot vs cold), etc... so many things that I haven't had to think about in so long, and it's making me anxious!

[tiffbot]

How are you all doing?
Pretty excited!

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?
I was, I'm kind of over that now. I'm just feeling ready and stopping imagining what it 'could' be like because what it actually will be like will be completely different!

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?
Physically, over it. Mentally, enjoying the time and happy and taking it day by day.

How long until due date?
Due on the 8th, officially less than a week now

Any worries?
My biggest stresses were making it past the premature stage, and I was especially stressed out weeks 35-36. Right now just feeling happy I know I can carry to term!

What are you looking forward to?
DS meeting baby. Finding out if it's a boy or girl!

[veggiemo]

Jun 2, 2015 9:49:26 GMT -5 tiffbot said:

How are you all doing?
Pretty excited!

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?
I was, I'm kind of over that now. I'm just feeling ready and stopping imagining what it 'could' be like because what it actually will be like will be completely different!

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?
Physically, over it. Mentally, enjoying the time and happy and taking it day by day.

How long until due date?
Due on the 8th, officially less than a week now

Any worries?
My biggest stresses were making it past the premature stage, and I was especially stressed out weeks 35-36. Right now just feeling happy I know I can carry to term!

What are you looking forward to?
DS meeting baby. Finding out if it's a boy or girl!

Good answers! And yeah, I almost forgot about the bolded! Me too!

[nettje]

How are you all doing?
Today I'm doing well. I actually got some good chunks of sleep in between feedings and feel good today. Except my back. I've been experiencing back spasms which have made it difficult to do some things and they would often interfere with nursing sessions.

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?
I was. DD has been awesome though (except in the evenings - she's very cranky and defiant then) and she loves her baby brother.

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?
Non applicable.

How long until due date? It's passed.

Any worries?
little man is a little bit jaundice but he's eating and pooping. I have my first week appointment this Friday so tha the doc can check his jaundice levels for me. I'm keeping a super close eye on him.

What are you looking forward to?
I love the baby snuggles. And being able to watch dd and ds interact (mostly on DDs part). And I'm just glad to be done being pregnant.

[alayne926]

How are you all doing?
I'm exhausted and uncomfortable.


Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?
Yes, a little. DS is very much a momma's boy, so I worry that he's going to be SUPER jealous.  


Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?
100% over it


How long until due date?
4 weeks


Any worries?
I just worry about going into labor before my RCS and being able to take care of both kids while recovering. 


What are you looking forward to? Finding out if this one is a boy or a girl, seeing DS interact with the baby, seeing how our family is going to change.

[ladysif]

How are you all doing? Trying to beat a headache today unfortunately. Would be fine otherwise! Feeling good preparation-wise for baby, clothes are mostly clean, the house is STOCKED with everything so we could survive an apocalypse for months if need be, big projects are mostly done.

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix? Much less so now than I was before. I'm ready for the change, I want the change!

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes? Both. The only over it feeling is due to physical discomforts and lack of sleep. I love much of being pregnant and I have things to do these last days so in that respect I'm enjoying the time and definitely don't want him coming yet!

How long until due date? 16 days. Eek.

Any worries? That I'm not going to go into labor physically prepared. I had some random awful pain that woke me last night that lasted like 10 seconds (I was a total wuss about it) and my initial reaction was complete panic that I am NOT ready to deal with this pain, I'm too tired and I can't do this right now. Feeling 100% justified about taking a nap today instead of doing housework but nervous I'm not going to mentally handle the pain as well as I did last time.

What are you looking forward to? Baby snuggles, seeing DS and DH with him, definitely the hospital resort like others were saying. I am milking every minute of that stay, DS will be totally fine with my folks and I need that recovery time! Eating carbs guilt-free, and eventually, getting my physicality back so I can actually keep up with DS and be more fun again. Poor kid.

billyhorrible happy due date day!

[PurpleIris]

Really tired of going to work. Everyone I saw and everyone who emailed me annoyed me today. Physically I'm having some sciatic pain that is making me grumpy.

My son is 5 so I'm not too worried about adding the baby.

I'm both over being pregnant and not quite ready to be not pregnant yet; I have some vacation time scheduled before my due date and am looking forward to that, so I'd be a little sad to miss it.

Due date June 19, so 17 days!

Worried about what we'll do if we need child care in the MOTN, or someone to pick up DS at daycare. No family around and I hate to bother friends emergently, so I'm hoping labor will kind of declare itself in the morning so I can get stuff in place.

Looking forward to finally meeting this little girl! Also to letting everyone know her name so they'll stop asking me.

[sully326]

How are you all doing?: I'm not doing too bad. Honestly, having GD is the worst part right now. I'm having contractions everyday & pretty much used to them now. My hips are shot and every time she moves it hurts but, its honestly not too bad.

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix?: Kind of. I honestly don't think it's hit me yet and probably won't until I bring her home.

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes?: Both. I can't wait until she gets here but I'm also enjoying our last little bit as a family of three.

How long until due date?: EDD was 06/19 but RCS is scheduled for 06/12, so, 10 days!

Any worries?: A lot. Mostly about the RCS and recovery.

What are you looking forward to?: Finally meeting my rainbow baby and seeing DS interact with her.

[sully326]

Jun 2, 2015 17:57:16 GMT -5 PurpleIris said:

Really tired of going to work. Everyone I saw and everyone who emailed me annoyed me today. Physically I'm having some sciatic pain that is making me grumpy.

My son is 5 so I'm not too worried about adding the baby.

I'm both over being pregnant and not quite ready to be not pregnant yet; I have some vacation time scheduled before my due date and am looking forward to that, so I'd be a little sad to miss it.

Due date June 19, so 17 days!

Worried about what we'll do if we need child care in the MOTN, or someone to pick up DS at daycare. No family around and I hate to bother friends emergently, so I'm hoping labor will kind of declare itself in the morning so I can get stuff in place.

Looking forward to finally meeting this little girl! Also to letting everyone know her name so they'll stop asking me.

My DS will be 5 soon, my EDD is June 19th (although I'm having a RCS early), & I'm having a girl.
Twinning?!

[sugarbean17]

Doing good! I have to say that this pregnancy has been my best out of all 3 and I owe it all to physical therapy for my pelvic pain and the chiropractic/craniosacral sessions for my back pain.

Are you nervous of having another child in the mix? Yes so nervous I wasn't until a week or so ago. We are going to be out numbered and our 3 year old is starting to get so crazy and stubborn!

Are you over being pregnant or enjoying this time before baby comes? Both there are times where I want to be done yesterday and times where I hope I go a day or two past my due date just for the extra rest and peace if you can call life with two kids peaceful!

How long until due date? 8 days until EDD

Any worries? A little nervous that this baby won't come on its own by its due date and then the perinatologist will want me to have an induction. This was supposed to be my one kid I wasn't going to induce. I guess you just have to go with the flow.

What are you looking forward to? I'm looking forward to knowing if my little squish is a boy or a girl and getting to finally snuggle this little baby that has been doing yoga inside me for the last couple of months. I can't wait to see how my children do with a baby. DD is 8 so she will be great but DS is a very new 3 and I know he doesn't understand that we are going to have a new baby.