I felt like this with ds. I had to get u/s every couple of weeks after I got gd. It took the excitement away.
Yeah the hour long ultrasounds every two weeks are just tedious now. Although in two weeks I'll start weekly NSTs. Yay...not.
I feel you. Last time starting at 32 weeks I was monitored for pre - e. Once a week I had to see my OBGYN, have an NST at the hospital and then a BPP at the MFM. And I had to do four 24 hour urine catches.
Thankfully I carried him to term and all was well, but it was a lot for sure
Post by madamewaffles on Apr 15, 2016 9:28:51 GMT -5
Just sitting here jealous of you ladies who don't have to look at the scale at your OB's office. Part of my check-in routine at my OB clinic is that I have to go weigh myself and write it down for the nurse to put in my record. At least it is in kilos so it doesn't seem so bad, but you bet I'm doing the math in my head while I sit in the waiting room.
My confession: the sign by the scale says to take your shoes off before weighing yourself but bending over sucks so I leave them on and just subtract 0.1 kg.
I am having major potty problems with this pregnancy. It seems when I have a really full bladder in the mornings (like when I don't wake up during the night to go), it takes me forever to pee, and it comes out slow. I think the full bladder and the baby pressure pinches my urethra or something. So anyway, sometimes I still dry heave in the morning if things aren't going well. And even though I just emptied my bladder (or so I thought), the muscle contractions make me legit pee my pants. So awful and embarrassing. I've also taken to wearing a liner everyday in case I pee a little during a coughing fit (allergies/bronchitis).
I am thinking about wearing my H's boxer briefs on our trip this weekend because the thigh rub is so annoying. My maternity pants don't fit quite right and too much walking ends up giving serious chafing down there.
I am having major potty problems with this pregnancy. It seems when I have a really full bladder in the mornings (like when I don't wake up during the night to go), it takes me forever to pee, and it comes out slow. I think the full bladder and the baby pressure pinches my urethra or something. So anyway, sometimes I still dry heave in the morning if things aren't going well. And even though I just emptied my bladder (or so I thought), the muscle contractions make me legit pee my pants. So awful and embarrassing. I've also taken to wearing a liner everyday in case I pee a little during a coughing fit (allergies/bronchitis).
I am thinking about wearing my H's boxer briefs on our trip this weekend because the thigh rub is so annoying. My maternity pants don't fit quite right and too much walking ends up giving serious chafing down there.
I just took an early lunch to run to the mall and buy a pair of maternity jeans because the under belly ones I chose to wear today were NOT working. And going to buy a new pair was faster than going home to change into a pair that fit.
Post by rungirlrun on Apr 15, 2016 10:43:42 GMT -5
Sorry to everyone who is struggling with pregnancy.
I guess my confession is I wouldn't mind going way past my due date. I'm in no rush to give birth. My pregnancy has fortunately been easy and uneventful, but I strongly dislike the newborn stage. It was a really hard adjustment for me last time, and I know it's going to be worse while also caring for a toddler. I think dreading that stage is part of why I'm still in denial that I'm pregnant.
Post by rungirlrun on Apr 15, 2016 11:07:15 GMT -5
Another confession: DS is sick with a cold and my motherly instinct is totally not kicking in to care for him. I feel like jerky mom of the year. I'm just so over having him cry half the day because his nose keeps running and then making nap/bedtime take 3 times longer because all he wants is for us to wipe his nose. And he's waking up in the middle of the night for the same reason. I know he doesn't feel well, but I'm being selfish and just want him to get better asap so I can have a minute to relax!
cocobellaf huge hugs going out to you! I can't imagine puking past the 16 weeks I had MS, I would be miserable too. I think the kicks/jabs are the only thing enjoyable for me right now. My stomach is so huge and stretched out that it's uncomfortable, even more so after I eat. My back feels like it's being ripped in half if I'm on my feet for more than 10 minutes, I sleep like shit, I can't breathe very well because of my stomach, I'm just uncomfortable. I lie to everyone but H when they ask how I'm feeling and say fine, but I'm really not looking forward to the last 3 months!
My confession: I eat sweets/dessert basically every day. I know you're supposed to cut back when you're pregnant but it's uncontrollable for me! I had a serious sweet tooth before pregnancy and it's gotten even worse which I didn't think was possible. I will be in the middle of eating dinner and already thinking about dessert haha, so bad. I know that if I cut back it'll help with weight gain and make me feel better, but I can't help it! Sam loves ice cream and candy!
Post by jewelsofthenile on Apr 15, 2016 11:48:32 GMT -5
rungirlrun you beat me to my confession i was talking to a friend who just had her baby last week and i was trying to give her an outlet for any feelings she might have about the birth since it didnt go the way she was hoping or life with a very tiny baby the leaky painful nipples any thing and she was just to happy to have her baby everything else was just manageable she said. My confession was going to be I am not looking forward to the newborn stage...give me a 3 or 4 month old. I enjoy the newborn snuggles but pretty much everything else was not my favorite. I am hoping this time i wont be as caught of guard since i have done it before but adding toddler to the mix will bring added challenges that i wont anticipate so i am sure it will be hard.
Post by housecarder on Apr 15, 2016 13:56:53 GMT -5
Yeah I'm not a fan of babies either. Snuggles are fine, but I like when they are older and interacting more. Preschool age is my favorite, probably why I'm having so much fun with DS.
Post by cabbagecabbage on Apr 15, 2016 14:49:17 GMT -5
Newborns are the worst. Yes, I adored my DD and I'm sure I'll love this newborn too but I really didn't feel a groove parenting until she was responding to me and interacting more. I'll say that one of the reasons I really like breastfeeding in the beginning is that it was the one way I felt really bonded to her when she was basically a little poop factory blob. Otherwise it's just a very thankless and sleep deprived fog.
When my kid turned two and I was like, "Oh, she has all these super awesome qualities!" That's when I felt like I loved being a Mom.
My flame-worthy confession is that the more I think about it, I can't circumcise. Originally, I told DH the choice was his as the sole penis owner of our relationship but he's waffling and I am pushing him towards no. The only reason we'd be doing it is expectation and so, what, his genitals match his dad's? Not worth cutting off part of his penis to me.
cabbagecabbage, We don't plan to circumcise. I actually fought husband on it because he just wanted to do it because it's the norm. Of course I am sure DH's parents will be very surprised and we will make sure to tell them before they babysit. lol
Post by cabbagecabbage on Apr 15, 2016 15:10:26 GMT -5
@cavewnm it seems more commonplace to choose not to. I feel like it's close to an equal split with friends. Older generations seem to expect it but I really don't care about anyone's opinion on the matter or what they choose for their kid. I just care that I feel right about my choice.
I am in denial that another kid is making an appearance in less than 14 weeks.
Mine has been cut down to 12 weeks now. We have so much to get done and so much to buy still, I am feeling a little overwhelmed. I should be buying a bunch of stuff but instead I am procrastinating.
cocobellaf huge hugs going out to you! I can't imagine puking past the 16 weeks I had MS, I would be miserable too. I think the kicks/jabs are the only thing enjoyable for me right now. My stomach is so huge and stretched out that it's uncomfortable, even more so after I eat. My back feels like it's being ripped in half if I'm on my feet for more than 10 minutes, I sleep like shit, I can't breathe very well because of my stomach, I'm just uncomfortable. I lie to everyone but H when they ask how I'm feeling and say fine, but I'm really not looking forward to the last 3 months!
My confession: I eat sweets/dessert basically every day. I know you're supposed to cut back when you're pregnant but it's uncontrollable for me! I had a serious sweet tooth before pregnancy and it's gotten even worse which I didn't think was possible. I will be in the middle of eating dinner and already thinking about dessert haha, so bad. I know that if I cut back it'll help with weight gain and make me feel better, but I can't help it! Sam loves ice cream and candy!
Omfg I feel guilty, but not guilty for all the carbs and pastries I've been eating this entire pregnancy. I have always had a sweet tooth but hoped it would calm down while pregnant, but no. This kid is going to come out asking for a chocolate muffin.
Another confession: DS is sick with a cold and my motherly instinct is totally not kicking in to care for him. I feel like jerky mom of the year. I'm just so over having him cry half the day because his nose keeps running and then making nap/bedtime take 3 times longer because all he wants is for us to wipe his nose. And he's waking up in the middle of the night for the same reason. I know he doesn't feel well, but I'm being selfish and just want him to get better asap so I can have a minute to relax!
Post by tikoberry99 on Apr 15, 2016 15:25:25 GMT -5
cabbagecabbage we aren't going to do a circumcision either. I watched a video on line and after 5 seconds my mind was made. No one will be bringing a knife to my babies penis. My dh is on board so I didn't have to fight him about it.
My confession: I eat sweets/dessert basically every day. I know you're supposed to cut back when you're pregnant but it's uncontrollable for me! I had a serious sweet tooth before pregnancy and it's gotten even worse which I didn't think was possible. I will be in the middle of eating dinner and already thinking about dessert haha, so bad. I know that if I cut back it'll help with weight gain and make me feel better, but I can't help it! Sam loves ice cream and candy!
I have been eating 1 or 2 Magnum ice cream bars every night for the last 4 months. They settle my tummy and are sofa king good. I give no fucks.
Post by harlowjune1984 on Apr 15, 2016 15:35:01 GMT -5
cavewmn, being a nanny of many boys (past, present) and having a lot of friends with boys, I would say that it is pretty split down the middle as well. Even some that swore up and down that they would circumcise if they had boys, ended up having all boys....and didn't do it. Out of the eight boys that I have nannied, four weren't.....and four were. But out of those four that were, three of them were done incorrectly and two went back in to have it re-done.
sarcaztic10, for me, it isn't even about the things that need to be purchased or accomplished. Its more mentally....like I know the kid is in there, and going to come out, but mentally I am not prepared. Baby name is completely up in the air....we haven't even discussed it since 1st Tri. It feels kind of like the pregnancy is happening to someone else, and I just ate a really big burger and have a food baby. July feels like so far away, yet it really isn't that far. It is probably going to take me holding the baby, before it finally hits me that there is a baby and I should probably pick out a name. HAHA
Newborns are the worst. Yes, I adored my DD and I'm sure I'll love this newborn too but I really didn't feel a groove parenting until she was responding to me and interacting more. I'll say that one of the reasons I really like breastfeeding in the beginning is that it was the one way I felt really bonded to her when she was basically a little poop factory blob. Otherwise it's just a very thankless and sleep deprived fog.
When my kid turned two and I was like, "Oh, she has all these super awesome qualities!" That's when I felt like I loved being a Mom.
My flame-worthy confession is that the more I think about it, I can't circumcise. Originally, I told DH the choice was his as the sole penis owner of our relationship but he's waffling and I am pushing him towards no. The only reason we'd be doing it is expectation and so, what, his genitals match his dad's? Not worth cutting off part of his penis to me.
Haha I love this first line! It's so true for me, and I felt so guilty that I wasn't having the time of my life those first few months. I totally agree about 2 being some magic age where parenting clicked for me and I realized that while I've all along loved DS, around that age was when I realized that yeah I really like him too!
sarcaztic10 , for me, it isn't even about the things that need to be purchased or accomplished. Its more mentally....like I know the kid is in there, and going to come out, but mentally I am not prepared. Baby name is completely up in the air....we haven't even discussed it since 1st Tri. It feels kind of like the pregnancy is happening to someone else, and I just ate a really big burger and have a food baby. July feels like so far away, yet it really isn't that far. It is probably going to take me holding the baby, before it finally hits me that there is a baby and I should probably pick out a name. HAHA
Yep you basically put my thoughts into words exactly! But on top of not being there mentally with this pregnancy, I've done nothing physically for this kid either. I'm oddly ok with it all though!
+1 to not circumcising! DH is not so we discussed it and decided Sam would remain intact. tikoberry99 I watched a couple of those videos this week and was almost in tears, I honestly felt sick to my stomach. I don't judge anyone who makes the decision to have one done to their child, I just can't do it to mine.
I personally am neutral on circumsicion but my H was very adamantly for it. Even though my insurance doesn't cover it, I'm going to eat the cost and have it done because it was one of the few things we actually talked about regarding babies before he died. And if he was still here, it would be done, since I told him it was his choice because I truly didn't care either way.
I'm with you on the sweet tooth mcktymck. It's been out of control this pregnancy. But I still get nauseous if I don't have sweet things so I just try to moderate as much as I can.
+1 to not being a fan of the newborn phase. The lack of interaction is a killer.
Circumcision: we're having a girl, but if we go for 3 and it's a boy we'll be having a circumcision because Mh is a doctor and I leave that shit up to him.
Sweets: I eat them every goddamn day. I can't survive without something sweet.
cocobellaf huge hugs going out to you! I can't imagine puking past the 16 weeks I had MS, I would be miserable too. I think the kicks/jabs are the only thing enjoyable for me right now. My stomach is so huge and stretched out that it's uncomfortable, even more so after I eat. My back feels like it's being ripped in half if I'm on my feet for more than 10 minutes, I sleep like shit, I can't breathe very well because of my stomach, I'm just uncomfortable. I lie to everyone but H when they ask how I'm feeling and say fine, but I'm really not looking forward to the last 3 months!
My confession: I eat sweets/dessert basically every day. I know you're supposed to cut back when you're pregnant but it's uncontrollable for me! I had a serious sweet tooth before pregnancy and it's gotten even worse which I didn't think was possible. I will be in the middle of eating dinner and already thinking about dessert haha, so bad. I know that if I cut back it'll help with weight gain and make me feel better, but I can't help it! Sam loves ice cream and candy!
Omfg I feel guilty, but not guilty for all the carbs and pastries I've been eating this entire pregnancy. I have always had a sweet tooth but hoped it would calm down while pregnant, but no. This kid is going to come out asking for a chocolate muffin.
Another confession: DS is sick with a cold and my motherly instinct is totally not kicking in to care for him. I feel like jerky mom of the year. I'm just so over having him cry half the day because his nose keeps running and then making nap/bedtime take 3 times longer because all he wants is for us to wipe his nose. And he's waking up in the middle of the night for the same reason. I know he doesn't feel well, but I'm being selfish and just want him to get better asap so I can have a minute to relax!
DH has told me our kid is going to be born with diabetes with how I've been eating. Thanks DH. If he does happen the born with diabetes I am now going to blame myself forever.
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