I titled this post Tuesday Things before I realized it was Thursday, if that tells you how off I am this week.
H is out of town on his annual guys weekend trip, this time they are in Utah going trail running in the dessert. Sounds like hell to me, but he has fun with it. He left last night and I already miss him. It's funny, because I always look forward to the time home alone, but immediately miss him and wish he was home.
The cat got mad at me this morning for shutting him out of the bathroom, and he went to squat on my fav jean jacket. I caught him before he pissed on it, yelled at him and smacked him on the butt. Now he's hiding. He's a little jerk when he wants attention and isn't getting it.
This anterior placenta thing is driving me crazy. I've not felt much movement in 2 days, I think it's because she's shifted up a bit, because the only place I felt distinctive kicks for a few days was waaaaay down by my pubic bone. I get a few kind of "that's probably her?" movements a day, but none of the "hey kicking mama isn't nice" clear movement. I know its OK, and normal, to not feel consistent movement at this time, but it is infuriating. (I'm 22 weeks, for the record).
I had a dream I only had three weeks to go and the nursery wasn't set up yet. It's not even close, we just moved and her room has been the catch all for all the extra boxes. I had to check my ticker when I woke up because I was so afraid I'd screwed up and forgotten how far along I was (33 weeks today). So today I'm doing as much as DD will let me so I can get something set up and maybe even decorated. Poor second child.
Last night I decided to put our RnP's together - ya, so not a job for a girl. I could not get them and my arms were so sore. Finally got one done and the stupid netting that is under the removable fabric is twisted like they sewed it wrong. So now I have to go back to BRU to exchange it. When H got home I had him do the other and it took him like 5 minutes. Apparently there are these little indents on all pieces to match up. The instructions didn't mention that and I obviously didn't notice them.
I am so exhausted today. I must have slept like crap and I don't want to drink a pop because then my heartburn will be really bad.
I hate complaining since I have 8 weeks left but I seriously wish I was closer to being done. I LOVE being pregnant but my body is wore out and I am so sick of work. I'm scared of what I'll feel like in 6 weeks when I'm really huge.
My coworkers had a surprise shower for me yesterday. It was really cute and I got lots of fun baby stuff. I'm changing jobs in the next week and a half (still within the same organization, just a different position), so it was extra thoughtful of them to do it before I move.
I'm not enjoying our baby class so far. I was hoping it'd be more informative, but I feel it's mostly just learning breathing techniques and relaxation methods for birth. I know that stuff is important, but I want to know specific info about the birth process, breastfeeding, infant care, etc. My H can massage my back and shoulders while I sit on a birthing ball at home
motzie we need to get a move on the nursery as well. It's painted, but currently empty. We still need new blinds, curtains, a new ceiling fan, and a dresser. I'll be 32 weeks on Sunday and I'm starting to feel like we are way behind. I'm hoping my H can get the crib put together this weekend and we can do some shopping for blinds, a fan, and a dresser.
I went to the pharmacy this morning to pick up a prescription and they told me I already picked it up a few days ago. I had no memory of this so I called H and thanked him for picking it up...but he hadn't. I had. Where is my brain?!
Also I am 12 weeks this weekend, but my morning sickness is just starting to get worse. I thought this was when it was supposed to end?!
This anterior placenta thing is driving me crazy. I've not felt much movement in 2 days, I think it's because she's shifted up a bit, because the only place I felt distinctive kicks for a few days was waaaaay down by my pubic bone. I get a few kind of "that's probably her?" movements a day, but none of the "hey kicking mama isn't nice" clear movement. I know its OK, and normal, to not feel consistent movement at this time, but it is infuriating. (I'm 22 weeks, for the record).
How's everyones Thursday?
With the twins, the boy's placenta is anterior (I am just behind you at 21.5 weeks) and I understand your frustration. I feel the girl through out the day but the boys movements are much more sporadic and usually felt off to my side. i have had a few strong kicks but still most of it is more tapping from the girl.
This anterior placenta thing is driving me crazy. I've not felt much movement in 2 days, I think it's because she's shifted up a bit, because the only place I felt distinctive kicks for a few days was waaaaay down by my pubic bone. I get a few kind of "that's probably her?" movements a day, but none of the "hey kicking mama isn't nice" clear movement. I know its OK, and normal, to not feel consistent movement at this time, but it is infuriating. (I'm 22 weeks, for the record).
How's everyones Thursday?
With the twins, the boy's placenta is anterior (I am just behind you at 21.5 weeks) and I understand your frustration. I feel the girl through out the day but the boys movements are much more sporadic and usually felt off to my side. i have had a few strong kicks but still most of it is more tapping from the girl.
I'm kind of fascinated that you can tell which is which too, I think that's awesome. I know we'll both feel plenty of movement from our hiding kids soon, but man, I'm just so anxious to know she's there and safe and happy all the time!
With the twins, the boy's placenta is anterior (I am just behind you at 21.5 weeks) and I understand your frustration. I feel the girl through out the day but the boys movements are much more sporadic and usually felt off to my side. i have had a few strong kicks but still most of it is more tapping from the girl.
I'm kind of fascinated that you can tell which is which too, I think that's awesome. I know we'll both feel plenty of movement from our hiding kids soon, but man, I'm just so anxious to know she's there and safe and happy all the time!
I also have one twin with an anterior placenta and the other with a posterior one. It definitely freaked me out in the beginning, however at this point both of their kicks are strong and hurt! For the twin with the anterior placenta I could usually get her to kick so I could feel it if I lay down on the side that she is on, then I would feel kicks along my side (sorry for squashing you baby girl!!).
This anterior placenta thing is driving me crazy. I've not felt much movement in 2 days, I think it's because she's shifted up a bit, because the only place I felt distinctive kicks for a few days was waaaaay down by my pubic bone. I get a few kind of "that's probably her?" movements a day, but none of the "hey kicking mama isn't nice" clear movement. I know its OK, and normal, to not feel consistent movement at this time, but it is infuriating. (I'm 22 weeks, for the record).
I feel you completely on the anterior movement thing-- I had great movement last week at 24 and now this week it seems off. When I am leaning over at work I can still feel a little something but then when I lean back and put my hand down there I don't get anything. Also mine was super low too so I keep getting caught with my hand practically down my pants. HAHA
This anterior placenta thing is driving me crazy. I've not felt much movement in 2 days, I think it's because she's shifted up a bit, because the only place I felt distinctive kicks for a few days was waaaaay down by my pubic bone. I get a few kind of "that's probably her?" movements a day, but none of the "hey kicking mama isn't nice" clear movement. I know its OK, and normal, to not feel consistent movement at this time, but it is infuriating. (I'm 22 weeks, for the record).
I feel you completely on the anterior movement thing-- I had great movement last week at 24 and now this week it seems off. When I am leaning over at work I can still feel a little something but then when I lean back and put my hand down there I don't get anything. Also mine was super low too so I keep getting caught with my hand practically down my pants. HAHA
haha exactly! Poor H has his hands practically on my lady bits trying to catch movement (which he hasn't yet).
I just scheduled a massage for in a couple weeks - 90 minutes! I can't wait for it. I never thought I would miss laying on my stomach since I don't sleep that way but I'm excited for the table. I think right now I'm just burned out. It's been such a busy month which I was glad for but now I want to relax. I took next Friday off work and plan to do nothing. October is a busy work month and I hope it goes fast.
Post by luv2rn4fun on Sept 18, 2014 10:32:16 GMT -5
@sessalee- If it makes you feel better my DH hasn't felt C yet either and I don't have any placenta issues. There's plenty of movement but C never cooperates.
zarapipe- Hope your precious little girl arrives soon! So excited for you!
I had my glucose test on Tues and passed! So relieved for that! Unfortunately, my WBC was pretty high (13.1 vs. 9.6 last time...normally around 8). Doctor hasn't emailed so I don't think she's concerned. Maybe I'm just over-tired (it's been super busy since Memorial day...we've had maybe 3 weekends with nothing planned) so I wouldn't be surprised if my body is fighting something.
DH also left for a work trip this morning (home tomorrow night) and I already miss him too. Doesn't help that I spent the night at my friend's on Tues to avoid my commute. I'm kind of in a funk this week between all the chaos and also finding out that my doctor will not take me out on maternity leave until 36 wk (I was hoping to be done no later than 34 wk because my commute sucks...I wake up at 3:40, leave at 4, takes an hour, and takes a minimum of 1:30-2:30 to get home...plus it's been 100 degrees here and driving is just miserable). I keept trying to tell myself that I only have 8 more weeks...praying time continues to go by fast and that the weather cools down soon!
I was having a down day yesterday about my weight. I was looking back through pictures from when we first starting taking weekly pics, and I feel like you can see the weight gain all over. H was being really sweet about it all, but it still kind of bummed me out. The whole pregnancy body image thing is so hard to handle sometimes.
On the plus side, I'm 24 weeks today so we've hit the viability milestone!
Post by luv2rn4fun on Sept 18, 2014 10:47:33 GMT -5
zarapipe- Definitely not returning! I'm planning to SAH...maybe return to work when the kid(s) are in school (either teach at a college or start my own business) but maybe not! I will be so glad when I don't have to do this commute. Plus, work is really sucking and pretty stressful right now (trying to finish two big projects before I leave)...I'm pretty much over it and ready to be done. Soon enough!
Post by bluelikejazz on Sept 18, 2014 10:59:17 GMT -5
A CW brought in VooDoo donuts and I grab what I thought was a sugar covered cake donut - it was a mexican hot chocolate and had cayenne mixed in with the sugar coating. It was not what I expected, but very good. Now everyone is freaked out that I ate something spicy and am going to go into labor...
Baby has certainly decided to start jumping around, but that's probably the sugar, not the cayenne!
luv2rn4fun I'm jealous you already got your results! The nurse said she would call me if I failed, but that it could be up to a week. I am not good at waiting!
luv2rn4fun I'm jealous you already got your results! The nurse said she would call me if I failed, but that it could be up to a week. I am not good at waiting!
Oh wow, that's a long time to wait! I wouldn't be good at that either. Hope you get your results soon...and most importantly that you passed!
I am very lucky to have my test results so soon...I did the blood draw at 8:45 and had the results around 1:45 that day. On a funny note, the test was a little stressful. I drank the drink at work and walked to the lab/appt. I got there at 8:20 and had 22 minutes before my blood draw. Well, there was an accident on the freeway that some of the lab techs use to get to the office. The receptionist warned that they might be late. To add to this I was 4th in line. With 10 minutes to go, I walked back to the lab door and thankfully saw my "lab tech friend" and told her the situation. She told me I was first priority and she would move me in front of the others to get it done. Thankful that it all worked out- I did not want to have to drink another 200 calories of sugar water for nothing!
Post by Monica Geller on Sept 18, 2014 11:12:06 GMT -5
We had our NT scan this morning. Baby looks great! Holy crap this suddenly feels "real". Baby waved at us and danced around when I said the word "cake". Clearly my desire for all the desserts is baby's doing!
luv2rn4fun I'm jealous you already got your results! The nurse said she would call me if I failed, but that it could be up to a week. I am not good at waiting!
On no! My Dr said I'd know by the next day. No news = good news. I stared all my phone all day saying dont ring! I dont know my exact result and didnt care since I passed.
Post by orangeglow on Sept 18, 2014 11:23:15 GMT -5
DH left for TX on Sunday for work. He comes back today in like an hour. But then we have to pack up and head down to his cousin's for an overnight because he starts a charity bike ride tomorrow morning. I will pick him up on Sunday about 3.5 hours away. It's been a long week so far without him and then I will see him for less than 24 hours before he is gone again.
Oh, and I HATE driving. I get SO BORED in the car! So I have to drive back tomorrow from 2 hoursish away and rush to a DR appt. And then 3.5 on sunday. And then 3.5 BACK here.
I might be getting a massage next week because of all of this nonsense. I deserve it right??
luv2rn4fun I'm jealous you already got your results! The nurse said she would call me if I failed, but that it could be up to a week. I am not good at waiting!
On no! My Dr said I'd know by the next day. No news = good news. I stared all my phone all day saying dont ring! I dont know my exact result and didnt care since I passed.
The nurse kind of laughed when I asked her if I would know the next day, lol. It's a very busy office, and my appt wasn't until 4, but I figured I would try to slip that in there anyway. I'm just going to keep thinking good thoughts as long as I don't hear anything by Monday.
We had our NT scan this morning. Baby looks great! Holy crap this suddenly feels "real". Baby waved at us and danced around when I said the word "cake". Clearly my desire for all the desserts is baby's doing!
P.s. I need a ticker in your siggy to remember how far along you are without doing math dangit!
Post by rachelgreen on Sept 18, 2014 12:20:04 GMT -5
@sessalee - I am the same way when DH leaves. He hardly ever does to begin with. He's back home in Chicago this week and I'm going to leave work early today and go home for a couple days. He has training in the city so I'm just going to bum around all day tomorrow and do what I feel like. (hey whiskeyandwine I might end up on your doorstop since he's at Randolph and Halsted!)
I called my doc today thinking maybe I have ICP, lol. Damn itching. He thinks it's left over from my PIO. He probably groans when he hears the hurse say I called.
We had our NT scan this morning. Baby looks great! Holy crap this suddenly feels "real". Baby waved at us and danced around when I said the word "cake". Clearly my desire for all the desserts is baby's doing!
P.s. I need a ticker in your siggy to remember how far along you are without doing math dangit!
Since I feel more confident now, I need to figure out how to do that!
Post by estrellita on Sept 18, 2014 13:11:49 GMT -5
So I keep biting my lip while eating. It would get better, and then I'd accidentally do it again. Well now it's a freaking huge blister. I just chomped down on it pretty hard I don't know how to get rid of it! It hurts so much and it's really hard to eat!
luv2rn4fun I'm jealous you already got your results! The nurse said she would call me if I failed, but that it could be up to a week. I am not good at waiting!
Mine get uploaded to the patient portal asap so I can cheat and look!