I'm exhausted. Been tagging along with my partying college friends at bars tonight-I feel crazy being so pregnant in a bar for some reason. Worth it to see them (we do a girls weekend once a year)-but I just want to sleep!!
We made all grandparents, DH, and B/SIL get TDAP. My dad threw a huge fit about it, but we weren't backing down. There have been a couple of outbreaks in my area that closed schools. That was 2014 so they are all still covered.
I've had an interesting weekend. If you recall my post on the TMI thread, I've had an ongoing issue with hemorrhoids thanks to the HG meds. We've been losing the battle with them. They got really bad last week so I went to the specialist on Thursday morning. He took one look and immediately booked me for surgery. I had about an hour to prepare myself. Having surgery at 24+ weeks is a big deal. I had both my doctors OR team and a L+D team in with me, just in case the baby didn't tolerate surgery. I had to sign so many forms regarding emergency measures for baby if something happened. It was terrifying. Everything went well though. I'm home now, on bed rest for at least a week because of some intestinal spasms we need to get under control. I hate being on so many meds while pregnant, but I know it's not an option.
(To the member here who knows me from our old bmb, please don't say anything in our FB group. A few of them know because they know me IRL but I don't want everyone to know)
I'm so sorry!!! I hope you have a quick recovery. That sounds so scary, I'm glad surgery went well.
I'm exhausted. Been tagging along with my partying college friends at bars tonight-I feel crazy being so pregnant in a bar for some reason. Worth it to see them (we do a girls weekend once a year)-but I just want to sleep!!
Girl, mad props! I hope you are having a great time, but get to sleep soon!!!! Hopefully you get sleep in tomorrow!!!!!!
I'm exhausted. Been tagging along with my partying college friends at bars tonight-I feel crazy being so pregnant in a bar for some reason. Worth it to see them (we do a girls weekend once a year)-but I just want to sleep!!
You are way more adventurous than I am since I can't even stay up past 9 most nights! I remember being in a bar when I was around 8 or 9 months pregnant with DS. I'm sure no one was actually judging me, but for some reason I felt judged. I kept thinking in my head, "you all know that this is water that I'm drinking now, right??" I'm glad you had a good time and were able to participate in your girls weekend!
babyzebra & txmommy14, When I was at the concert on Monday I felt everyone's eyes on me. "What is the pregnant lady doing at a concert with all of us young people?" I know this was probably not the case, but I think you can't help but to feel out of place in some settings.
bighair12, I am having CRAZY dreams. That plus the hip/back pain, reflux, and incessant peeing, I am lucky to be sleeping a total of 3-4 hours a night. You are not alone!!
Anyone else still having crazy vivid dreams? Some nights I don't even feel like I have slept.
Yes! They're a mix of sexy dreams and really funny/ridiculous dreams. The other night I had a dream that DS (at his current age) was a world class ice skater. We went ice skating as a family and he was zooming around the rink and doing lots of tricks. Meanwhile reality is that he can't walk well enough in a straight line to pass a sobriety test!
Definitely felt out of place! Unfortunately because of my insomnia, I didn't fall asleep until like 3 AM, even with the sleep aide. Then lost an extra hour of sleep. Then got up pretty early and I'm headed out after breakfast with my friends now. It was definitely worth it to be able to see them, but man am I tired!
There is so much drama going on right now with my sister-in-law who just had her baby. She just informed everyone that wants to see the baby that they need to get a TDAP shot. It's totally reasonable to request this and I am totally up for respecting whatever the parent wants, but my mother-in-law now doesn't get to meet the baby for a few more weeks because she didn't know about this in advance. Also, I was under the impression that the TDAP was only necessary for people staying for a longer amount of time, not just someone coming over to meet the baby ones or see the baby once a week. Who knows, I'm trying to stay out of it!
Post by lakecountrygal on Mar 13, 2016 12:25:21 GMT -5
ohiorideresq no need to worry! I hope you feel better soon, I can't even begin to imagine how nervous you were signing all those forms and trying not to think about all the what ifs!
Yesterday we spent all day outside enjoying 60*F and sun, today it's cloudy and only 40*F so I'm thinking of heading up to DS's room to prepare it for his "big boy bed" since lately he will only sleep in the PNP in our room. I'm hoping the big boy bed is motivation to stay in his room. I have no energy because I couldn't sleep last night and this time change is killing me, plus DH has been completely worthless today.
Only two more weeks of work until spring break and I can't wait!! The downfall is that my ILs will be here next weekend and are expecting me to put on a bathing suit and take DS swimming. Sorry but my 29w pregnant ass will not be seen in a bathing suit at a busy hotel pool.
Only two more weeks of work until spring break and I can't wait!! The downfall is that my ILs will be here next weekend and are expecting me to put on a bathing suit and take DS swimming. Sorry but my 29w pregnant ass will not be seen in a bathing suit at a busy hotel pool.
Have you looked at maternity suits? Some have really good coverage. Or you can always do fast drying shorts and shirt. I'll be taking DD swimming at 28/29 weeks. Honestly I don't know people so I don't care who sees me. Plus the suit I got just happens to have a skirt big enough to cover my cellulite
I'm exhausted. Been tagging along with my partying college friends at bars tonight-I feel crazy being so pregnant in a bar for some reason. Worth it to see them (we do a girls weekend once a year)-but I just want to sleep!!
I understand. We were out until 11:30 to see my BILs band last night, then with the time change I am dragging. I could barely get to church at 9:30.
Post by lakecountrygal on Mar 13, 2016 14:16:03 GMT -5
packerfan4life I bought a brand new suit last summer to take DS to swim lessons and I love it. I just can't justify buying a maternity suit that I'll wear once if I'm lucky. It just really bothers me that they expect to come visit us and stay in a hotel but then because they want DS to swim so badly they won't get in the pool with him.
Post by cattuccino on Mar 13, 2016 14:44:53 GMT -5
ohiorideresq wow, that is an overwhelming experience. Now I feel so petty complaining about my one that really isn't a big issue. I hope recovery goes smoothly and you're feeling better soon. Sending thoughts.
The shower yesterday was ok - DD ending up coming and was so well behaved. I'm glad I had her to distract me because people weren't very social and it was sort of Ho hum. I sort of wish I didn't go, but would've felt guilty if I didn't.
Today is gorgeous out but we ran errands in the morning - including getting paint! That's next weekends job! I'm now waiting for DD to wake up from her nap so we can go outside. The rest of the week is supposed to be rainy and cold, so i want to get some sunshine.
Daylight savings is also kicking my butt today. I miss drinking unlimited caffeine to power through.
txmommy14. I asked everyone to get tdap before seeing ds and my family gave me crap but did as told. My husbands entire family ignored my request and I even got one text saying "I've seen other newborns and they are fine."
packerfan4life I bought a brand new suit last summer to take DS to swim lessons and I love it. I just can't justify buying a maternity suit that I'll wear once if I'm lucky. It just really bothers me that they expect to come visit us and stay in a hotel but then because they want DS to swim so badly they won't get in the pool with him.
That would be super annoying. If they want him to swim they should go in with him.
I am thinking I'll probably wear my maternity suit this summer while PPbecauwe I doubt my normal suit will fit/look good. Which is how I justified buying a suit for a weekend trip...
Only two more weeks of work until spring break and I can't wait!! The downfall is that my ILs will be here next weekend and are expecting me to put on a bathing suit and take DS swimming. Sorry but my 29w pregnant ass will not be seen in a bathing suit at a busy hotel pool.
Have you looked at maternity suits? Some have really good coverage. Or you can always do fast drying shorts and shirt. I'll be taking DD swimming at 28/29 weeks. Honestly I don't know people so I don't care who sees me. Plus the suit I got just happens to have a skirt big enough to cover my cellulite
I have one similar, no skirt though. I like it better with the skirt. DS is in swim lessons twice a week so I just had to take the IDGAF attitude about being in a bathing suit at this point.
I went to the hospital tour today. It was a lot different than I expected. I got panicky in the L&D room because it was so crowded with pregnant ladies. Standing there for so long I became more & more lightheaded and eventually had to break away from the group to sit down for a minute. I still really like the hospital but I wasn't expecting to have that experience at all today. I had gone in thinking 'la la la, yay we get to see where the rooms are' and then about the time they started showing us the internal monitoring contraption they attach to the baby's head if the external monitor isn't working I started to lose my cool. Shits real serious. At least DH took us out to one of my favorite salad bars after and that mostly made me feel better.
I went to the hospital tour today. It was a lot different than I expected. I got panicky in the L&D room because it was so crowded with pregnant ladies. Standing there for so long I became more & more lightheaded and eventually had to break away from the group to sit down for a minute. I still really like the hospital but I wasn't expecting to have that experience at all today. I had gone in thinking 'la la la, yay we get to see where the rooms are' and then about the time they started showing us the internal monitoring contraption they attach to the baby's head if the external monitor isn't working I started to lose my cool. Shits real serious. At least DH took us out to one of my favorite salad bars after and that mostly made me feel better.
I also had to take a minute to sit down when I did my tour! I'm sorry it got overwhelming. That internal monitoring system is no joke. OBs act like it's no big deal but my friend's kid has a scar from his. His pediatrician was like, it's a pretty big deal for the baby's head. I suppose small price to pay if the monitoring gives heads-up for anything they need to move on.
Got a little sidetracked there. I'm glad you had salad bar consolation!
txmommy14. I asked everyone to get tdap before seeing ds and my family gave me crap but did as told. My husbands entire family ignored my request and I even got one text saying "I've seen other newborns and they are fine."
This would annoy me immensely. The logic of that statement is just. Not there. I made close family who were staying a couple of days+ or, if in town, planning to spend a lot of time with her get it.
Post by ArgyleEnigma on Mar 13, 2016 20:41:27 GMT -5
It doesn't take days to transfer germs. That being said, it seems extreme to me that MIL can't see the baby. Extreme caution, scrubbing wise, ought to be fine for a short visit. Totally blackballing her seems wrong. On the other hand, baby's in the NICU, yes?
Also, where the hell is BIL in all this? Why is this all getting laid at SIL's door? Is he in a coma? He either needs to stand up to his wife, if he disagrees with her, or stand up to his mother if he doesn't, and quit letting his wife take all the heat. I hope he's not doing the I didn't agree with her but what can you do cop-out bullshit.
ohiorideresq - what a scary situation. I Hope you start feeling better ASAP. I'm really glad baby tolerated everything okay.
Tdap- we had my mom, dad, and inlaws including brothers get the shot. Then my grandma and a few aunts and uncles did as well without me asking. They made fun of me a little bit but in a joking way and I didn't really care. I only asked a handful of people and the family took that overboard and that's when they started making fun. Also I got it while pregnant and MH also got it. He thought it was dumb but didn't put up a fight.
No classes for me this time. Also no hospital tour because you had to pay and I'm delivering at the same hospital.
Waxing while pregnant - I did it once (Brazilian) and the waxing wasn't really the issue for me but when it grew back it in was so itchy and sensitive I didn't bother to do it again. I was uncomfortable for like a week because of it. I just shaved by feel and I'm sure it looked ridic. Oh well.
I had an eventful weekend. We spent from 1230-4 in the ER Friday night because DD had a UTI. I tried to give her ibuprofen and make it to morning so we could see the ped but she was hysterically crying when she peed and the last round had some blood which freaked me out. When we got there a critically sick kid came in so we had to wait (pediatric ER) but I couldn't me mad and only wished they the other kid was okay. How scary. First few medicine doses were a struggle but we got the hang of it now. We should hear back on final culture results. Apparently it takes 24-48 hours to know for sure but the prelim tests were pointing to yes so they started the meds which I was thankful for.
Then last night I woke up in the middle of the night and puked. I think it was reflux/pregnancy related because I was fine after. A little unsettled today but fine and able to eat though I ate cautiously. This was the first pregnancy related puke for me because I hate puking and will fight it with everything I have. I should be thankful this was the first and at least I don't have a stomach bug it seems!
ArgyleEnigma Nope, baby actually ended up getting out of the NICU in about a day and a half and is perfectly healthy, went home from hospital in 2 days. I've always heard that TDAP is only recommended for people staying longer and helping care for the baby, but who knows, and obviously it's up to the parents what they want to do. I was probably a little too unconcerned about germs because I knew it'd only be 6 weeks before he was exposed to daycare germs, and figured visitors coming over, washing their hands, and holding him was going to be totally fine. But I do understand that everyone has different opinions and thoughts on this.
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