Pregnancy Check-In Jun29 (Trigger Warning: Pictures in Post)

[healz413]

Congrats to megd893 on graduating to the parenting check-in! 


1. General overview (examples--answer what you like: How many weeks? First baby/, second, etc.? Do you know the sex of the baby?
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2. Appointment Updates (recent appts? ones coming up?)



3. General symptoms/rants/concerns/exciting things?



GTKY:
Do you have a check list of things to do before the baby/ies come? Is it actually written down or in your head? If your due date is coming up soon, how are you feeling about the to -do's? If your due date if farther away, do you plan to wait until a certain point to get started or are you working away at the to-do's as you go?



Let me know if you'd like to be added:

@bigko - June 19



jillc0323- June 23


kevinandjesse - July 19


twotxmommies - July 27



rosieelk - August 2



jgy - August 21



karlamo - August 28



healz413 & manada - September 8



officerofthelaw - November 11



ionaerebor - November 23



amandflo - January 16



cetcar - January 16



kh826 - January 22



leftitblank - ??

[twotxmommies]

1. General overview: 36W TODAY, IT'S A BOY!



2. Appointment Updates: WE HAD AN ULTRASOUND LAST WEEK. HE WAS BREECH . HAVE ANOTHER ONE ON THURSDAY. WE WILL SEE...I KNOW HE STILL HAS TIME. HE GETS THE HICCUPS ABOUT 5 OR MORE TIMES A DAY AND I CAN TELL BY THE LOCATION THAT HE IS STILL BREECH AS OF NOW.



3. General symptoms/rants/concerns/exciting things? THE NURSERY IS DONE AND IT IS BEYOND WHAT I COULD HAVE IMAGINED. I AM SO IN LOVE WITH THIS SPACE! NEXT TIME WE CAN POST PICS... I WILL PUT SOME UP!

TKY:
Do you have a check list of things to do before the baby/ies come? Is it actually written down or in your head? If your due date is coming up soon, how are you feeling about the to -do's? If your due date if farther away, do you plan to wait until a certain point to get started or are you working away at the to-do's as you go?
YES, I LOVE A LIST! I WRITE MINE DOWN. MY HEAD TENDS TO FAIL ME SOME TIMES! WE ARE GETTING THINGS DONE LEFT AND RIGHT. WE FEEL PRETTY GREAT ABOUT IT ACTUALLY. EVEN HAVE 90% OF OUR HOSPITAL BAG PACKED AND ALL OF LO'S.

YAY!! HERE IT IS...

[healz413]

twotxmommies, I edited the subject line. Post away!

(I just didn't make this a PIP thread originally because the last few times it has felt like I'm pushing a picture agenda on others. But if you want to share, please do! And I'll actually post a photo in my check-in, too).

[amandflo]

1. General overview (examples--answer what you like: How many weeks? First baby/, second, etc.? Do you know the sex of the baby?) I'm 11wks/2d pregnant with boy/girl twins, DW and I's third and fourth kiddies.
2. Appointment Updates (recent appts? ones coming up?) I have my last RE appointment on Sunday! I'll be having an ultrasound, and since I have already developed a bump, probably a uterus measurement. I'm also seeing my GP this week about getting different morning sickness medication.
3. General symptoms/rants/concerns/exciting things? My nausea is back, not nearly as bad as it was before, but it's back even still. And I have a bump! A tiny one, but its definitely bump and not blump. I'm also so excited to be out of the first tri! My loss years ago was in the second trimester, so I'm not yet completely 'safe' feeling, though I don't know if I ever will be, but I'm definitely feeling better emotionally.
GTKY: Do you have a check list of things to do before the baby/ies come? Is it actually written down or in your head? If your due date is coming up soon, how are you feeling about the to -do's? If your due date if farther away, do you plan to wait until a certain point to get started or are you working away at the to-do's as you go? Flora has the check list on her phone, and its so long but we don't want to start the material stuff on it until I've passed my loss age, if that makes sense.

[healz413]

1.) manada and I are 30 weeks tomorrow. Time is really starting to move!

2) We have a midwife appointment tomorrow. Even though I don't have symptoms, I'm becoming more and more worried that any given midwife appointment could be the one that gets me admitted to the hospital for pre-eclampsia. I don't have any particular reason to believe that I'll get pre-e; I just know that people do.

3) This weekend was busy and full of various emotions. At Pride this weekend, we met three of the main babies that we've been avoiding for the last year because they were born around the time we lost Tavin and Casey or because they were due around the time T&C were good. It was good to meet them and also super hard. And it was just a long weekend in general. We both had big cries last night. I stole the show with my super dramatic crying that led to coughing and gagging. Thanks, pregnancy.

We announced our pregnancy on Facebook finally. I'm very happy with our announcement phone and feel like we managed to honor Tavin and Casey while also having a pretty simple post. Also, I feel good about getting my chosen parent name ("Baba") out there. I'll include a description and pic of the post at the bottom.

In general, I feel really worn down. I need to get more sleep but the evenings keep slipping away from me and by the time we notice what time it is, it's already too late to get enough sleep. I also think my hormones are messing with me. I've got all the feelings.

Last week, we finally got our shower dates set. Amanda's mom is throwing us a family shower (it will just be A's family because mine is all in the U.S.) and then some good friends of us are throwing us a friends shower. We had been encouraging dates in late June or in July but we didn't want to to be pushy about it since people are giving a gift by throwing showers for us. But the result of that is that both of our showers are when we're almost 36 weeks pregnant! One shower is on Aug 8 and the other is on Aug 9.

QOTW: We don't have our check list written down and I think it's time for us to do so. I'm feeling anxious about all there is to do and how much time is slipping away. (We're too tired to do much in the evenings and then the weekends are all full of other things). I think writing down the to-do list might really help me feel like I have a bit more control.


PIP:
So, our Facebook announcement read

"Trigger warning: Pregnancy

Tavin and Casey (aka Rocky 1 and Rocky 2) are going to get a sibling!

We are expecting to meet Rocky 3 on the outside in early September."

[karlamo]

1. General overview (examples--answer what you like: How many weeks? First baby/, second, etc.? Do you know the sex of the baby?

31W4d. Second baby and team green.


2. Appointment Updates (recent appts? ones coming up?

I have an appointment on Wednesday for general check up.



3. General symptoms/rants/concerns/exciting things?

Baby is moving more and more and getting stronger too. I have the third tri slowness and tiredness happening. I need to remember to take a break when I can. I tend to push myself too much, especially when R is napping that's when I can do stuff around the house. I should take advantage and take a nap.


GTKY:
Do you have a check list of things to do before the baby/ies come? Is it actually written down or in your head? If your due date is coming up soon, how are you feeling about the to -do's? If your due date if farther away, do you plan to wait until a certain point to get started or are you working away at the to-do's as you go?

We have a "registry" that we are using to keep track of the things we need to buy. Being baby #2 we are not doing a shower. I pulled out all of our baby stuff from the basement yesterday and am going to start washing our cloth diapers and clothes soon.

We decided over the weekend to make couple time a priority before Moka gets here. This morning I already started booking sitters so we can make sure this happens before time gets away from us. We also are making sure we do fun outings with R while it's just the 3 of us.

[twotxmommies]

Jun 29, 2015 9:40:16 GMT -5 healz413 said:

twotxmommies, I edited the subject line. Post away!

(I just didn't make this a PIP thread originally because the last few times it has felt like I'm pushing a picture agenda on others. But if you want to share, please do! And I'll actually post a photo in my check-in, too).

OH YAY! I added them to my post. I hope I did it right... 

[healz413]

Jun 29, 2015 11:17:28 GMT -5 twotxmommies said:

Jun 29, 2015 9:40:16 GMT -5 healz413 said:

twotxmommies, I edited the subject line. Post away!

(I just didn't make this a PIP thread originally because the last few times it has felt like I'm pushing a picture agenda on others. But if you want to share, please do! And I'll actually post a photo in my check-in, too).

OH YAY! I added them to my post. I hope I did it right... 

I love it! It's so lovely.

[jgy]

1. General overview (examples--answer what you like: How many weeks? First baby/, second, etc.? Do you know the sex of the baby?)
32w 3d here with baby boy #2.

2. Appointment Updates (recent appts? ones coming up?)
Had a prenatal last week, and now I start my twice-weekly visits (seriously???). Actually, I managed to talk my way out of this week's prenatal, but I will still need to head in on Wednesday for my weekly Non-Stress Test and Bio-Physical Profile. Luckily I can do those at the hospital connected to my office building, rather than having to make the 30-40 minute drive to the MW's office.
We also had an ultrasound last week and baby is "Not small." I don't anticipate a huge baby, but still. G was a petite thing, so this is different. The ultrasound was also (more importantly) still clear of any signs of issue from cCMV, so that is good news.
Baby is moving a TON, which I love. But he also seems to be flipping from head-down to breach and back again. I could do without THAT.


3. General symptoms/rants/concerns/exciting things?
Sleep is still a struggle, but we're making due. I'm kind of at a loss for how to approach getting G ready for a sibling. He's going to have a rude awakening, not being the complete center of attention any more. In some ways that will be great, but in others it's a pretty huge adjustment to throw on a kid with no warning and no ability to truly understand ahead of time. Suggestions welcome!!


GTKY:
Do you have a check list of things to do before the baby/ies come? Is it actually written down or in your head? If your due date is coming up soon, how are you feeling about the to -do's? If your due date if farther away, do you plan to wait until a certain point to get started or are you working away at the to-do's as you go?
Our to-do list was pretty small to begin with, and I've done just about everything that I can right now. All clothes are washed and stored. All newborn items are identified and ready to be pulled out when we need them. I do need to reassemble the bassinet but I'm waiting until we get closer to the due date because I don't want to have to rewash everything again, and our cat would certainly do some exploring. I guess I need to pack our hospital bags, but I really don't think that needs to be done for a few more weeks yet. We booked flights for my Sister to come out (hopefully) in advance of the delivery and then stay to help with the first week or so. I guess I'm feeling like we're pretty ready for anything we actually do anything about!

[ionaerebor]

Three times I've started this and had to go and do something else, but its finally here.
1. General overview (examples--answer what you like: How many weeks? First baby/, second, etc.? Do you know the sex of the baby?) I'm 19 weeks pregnant with my first, who is a girl.
2. Appointment Updates (recent appts? ones coming up?) I've got my anomaly scan on Wednesday, and I'm meeting with A on Thursday so she can tell me her final decision about whether she wants to be in Aisla's life or not.
3. General symptoms/rants/concerns/exciting things? I'm definitely feeling movement now. It's like a little fluttering feeling every couple of hours in my side. It's awesome, I finally feel like I am actually growing a baby.
GTKY: Do you have a check list of things to do before the baby/ies come? Is it actually written down or in your head? If your due date is coming up soon, how are you feeling about the to -do's? If your due date if farther away, do you plan to wait until a certain point to get started or are you working away at the to-do's as you go? I have a list, but it's on hold until I get a better flat and A decides what she wants, basically. Ideally, I would have done a lot more stuff by now, but that's life I guess.

[ionaerebor]

twotxmommies your nursery is AMAZING
healz413 you guys look so cute! I love the t-shirts.

[twotxmommies]

healz413 - OK, I don't think you two could look happier! you are both glowing!! xx

ionaerebor - Thank you!! I can not take much credit for it though. My MIL had a vision and the DW and I loved her ideas so we let her go with it... (first and only grandchild and all)
I hate reading that you are waiting on A to make a decision about whether she wants to be in Aisla's life or not. Just reading that hurts my heart and makes me want to throat punch her.

[kh826]

1. General overview (examples--answer what you like: How many weeks? First baby/, second, etc.? Do you know the sex of the baby?)

10wk2dy pregnant - Baby No. 2 - Team Green (for the moment - hoping to stay that way!)

2. Appointment Updates (recent appts? ones coming up?)
Next Tuesday (7/7) is our first OB appointment, then our NT scan is two days later on Thursday. So next week will be busy!


3. General symptoms/rants/concerns/exciting things?
I have had a few instances of strong heartburn in the last week or so (Really, baby? Already?)... otherwise, Nausea is pretty mild and infrequent. Way different than my last pregnancy. I broke out my maternity jeans this weekend. My regular jeans have just gotten uncomfortable, and it is not worth the effort to squeeze into them. I am mainly wearing skirts and dresses at work right now. Pants are just overrated. I do think I am starting to have a little bit of a blump/bump. It seems too early, but I hear that stranger things have happened with Baby No. 2. Either that or it is just my increased appetite that is making my clothes too small! I was out of this world tired yesterday afternoon. It was definitely the most exhausted that I have felt all pregnancy so far, and it seemed to be for no reason. Otherwise, not much else to report.

QOTW: No list yet, written or otherwise. I am sure by mid-second tri I will have a list. I am a list person. It won't be a long list though. We already pretty much have what we need. Our only major purchase will be a double stroller at some point. We aren't prepping another nursery. Dosey will be in with us for a good long while, and then eventually he/she will room share with William until we move. Other than buying the aforementioned stroller, getting some things out of the basement, washing some newborn clothes and packing a hospital bag eventually, that's really about it I think! I don't think I have ever been so laid back about anything in my whole life. Hopefully it stays that way!

[rosieelk]

1. I'm 35 weeks and a day pregnant with our first baby, after a loss almost 18 months ago. My wife knows the sex, but I do not and it's really starting to annoy me.
2. None this week.
3. I've got less than five weeks to go until my baby is here! I can't believe it, it feels like only yesterday I fell pregnant. I want to see their little face so badly, though obviously I want them to cook as long as they need. In other news, I really can't sleep anymore. I sleep on my stomach and my bump is too big for me to get comfortable, and I can only sleep on my side if I'm on the couch, but then I don't sleep well anyway.

QOTW: We had a list, but its all done now. Even our hospital bag is sorted.

[karlamo]

jgy, I was at the pedi's office awhile back and I saw a poster that talked about how to be patient and understanding with bringing home a new baby into the family. The poster was actually kinda funny. It read something like, "How would you feel if your spouse brought home a new partner to share in your marriage."
I laughed but it def made me see things from a new light. R will have to share our love and attention with someone new and it will be hard to get used to. I know if my wife brought a new wife home I wouldn't be adjusting quite so easily.

[jgy]

Jun 29, 2015 12:05:49 GMT -5 twotxmommies said:

ionaerebor -  ...
I hate reading that you are waiting on A to make a decision about whether she wants to be in Aisla's life or not. Just reading that hurts my heart and makes me want to throat punch her.

This.

[kevinandjesse]

1. First baby - He's a boy - 37 weeks and 1 day! Cue the full term happy dance! ! !

2. Had our first weekly appointment on Friday. Everything is looking great with our surrogate and baby. He is head down and engaged. Ready to go at any time according to our midwife. It's a waiting game now!

3. Our surrogate is definitely feeling ready for delivery day. Swollen ankles and hands, carpel tunnel, shortness of breath, achey and tired... she's hanging in there!

GTKY :
We have officially completed everything on all 5 of my lists and everything suggested in all 7 of my pregnancy apps (haha obsessed much?). My tag line over the past few months when people ask if we're ready has been "I don't think you can ever be ready to bring a human life into the world... but I think we are prepared" ...I think we're ready to change that.... we are ready it's time

[karlamo]

twotxmommies, It looks lovely!

healz413, Great annnoucement!

kevinandjesse, Is this your surrogate's first time being pregnant and delivering?

rosieelk, Hugs to you.

[cetcar]

healz413, cute picture- you both look like you're beaming.

twotxmommies, nice nursery pictures- it looks so put together and polished.



1. First time being pregnant. As of yesterday, we were 11 weeks 4 days along.

2. We had our first appointment with our OB yesterday and we liked him. He said the baby looked perfect. When do the ultrasounds stop by vaginal? Tomorrow we have our last appointment with our RE. I have to call today to make an appointment next week for the NT scan and go in for blood work later this week. Our next appointment with the OB won't be until the 3rd/4th week of July.

3. No new symptoms- occasional queasiness, still get pretty tired, interrupted sleep, and my boobs already feel big.

GTKY :
As far as lists go, we haven't made one yet but I'm sure if we did it would be quite long. It feels to early for lists. I think for now we are focusing on scheduling the doctors appointments and are getting ready to tell our parents. We're planning on sending them the riding boot, horse hoof, and baby riding boot picture we took last week, a copy of our 9 and 11 week ultrasounds, and a little baby sock that reveals the gender. We'll probably send it later this week. Need to think a little bit more about how we want to package it together.


Would someone mind posting the instructions for how to include a picture from a computer again? Does it have to have a URL?

[kevinandjesse]

Jun 30, 2015 9:53:22 GMT -5 karlamo said:

kevinandjesse, Is this your surrogate's first time being pregnant and delivering?

2nd pregnancy/delivery... last one was 7 years ago