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[loira]

Oct 12, 2015 20:28:19 GMT -5 Muddled said:

My stomach has always been my favorite body part. It's hard to accept. I know it will continue to go down, but I have no idea what the end result will be. My belly button is going to be different too.

This was the hardest part of losing the weight after V. I never did get my flat stomach back, though some people do so there is still hope for you!

Also, it took about 3 weeks for my body to lose the 'my organs are all loose and floating around' feeling. Ugh.

[cactuscookie]

Oct 12, 2015 17:06:21 GMT -5 Muddled said:

Postpartum body is challenging as well. I knew I wouldn't have a flat stomach, but I didn't think it would be this big. I look about 20 weeks, but my belly is hollow and it jiggles. I have never had a jiggly belly before. Add to that enormous boobs and the fact that my undercarriage feels like it is inside out.

The good news is that the swelling in my feet, which I managed to avoid during pregnancy, is about gone. Buuuut, I have my first zit in nearly a year.

Let's just say I'm not feeling so confident these days. This has definitely been harder on me than pregnancy.

This is one of those things that seems like it wouldn't bother me, but then, I didn't think I'd have body image issues during pregnancy either. I feel like I've been adequately warned that I'll leave the hospital looking 5-6 months pregnant except saggier. A friend of mine said she'd wake up each morning and her belly would be noticeably smaller. I'm kinda thinking that the real advantage for me is that I expect to be an overwhelmed, sleep-deprived, sore-nippled zombie for several weeks, so I don't plan to leave the house.

Also, my belly has always been my least-favorite body part, so that's one advantage of pregnancy. I no longer have to worry about looking pregnant, because I actually am!

I did find a dress at Target. It seems flattering and comfortable and basic enough that I'll be able to mix it up with various layers and accessories, so I think it'll get a lot of use. We're going to be in a bigger city next weekend, so I'm hoping to have time to go to Old Navy.

G22, I did try on the shirt, but it was so long on me, it was basically a tunic. I don't know if that's because my belly isn't as big as it will be eventually, or if it's a short-waisted thing.

[G22]

jessnpaul, it's a navy/white striped shirt that apparently half the girls on GP own. But it's super long and stretchy and nice for later and pregnancy. Everyone posted pictures of it in last week HDBD post. It was an older model, so we couldn't find a link online, but you might be able to find it in store still.

[G22]

Oct 12, 2015 22:50:15 GMT -5 cactuscookie said:

Oct 12, 2015 17:06:21 GMT -5 Muddled said:

Postpartum body is challenging as well. I knew I wouldn't have a flat stomach, but I didn't think it would be this big. I look about 20 weeks, but my belly is hollow and it jiggles. I have never had a jiggly belly before. Add to that enormous boobs and the fact that my undercarriage feels like it is inside out.

The good news is that the swelling in my feet, which I managed to avoid during pregnancy, is about gone. Buuuut, I have my first zit in nearly a year.

Let's just say I'm not feeling so confident these days. This has definitely been harder on me than pregnancy.

This is one of those things that seems like it wouldn't bother me, but then, I didn't think I'd have body image issues during pregnancy either. I feel like I've been adequately warned that I'll leave the hospital looking 5-6 months pregnant except saggier. A friend of mine said she'd wake up each morning and her belly would be noticeably smaller. I'm kinda thinking that the real advantage for me is that I expect to be an overwhelmed, sleep-deprived, sore-nippled zombie for several weeks, so I don't plan to leave the house.

Also, my belly has always been my least-favorite body part, so that's one advantage of pregnancy. I no longer have to worry about looking pregnant, because I actually am!

I did find a dress at Target. It seems flattering and comfortable and basic enough that I'll be able to mix it up with various layers and accessories, so I think it'll get a lot of use. We're going to be in a bigger city next weekend, so I'm hoping to have time to go to Old Navy.

G22, I did try on the shirt, but it was so long on me, it was basically a tunic. I don't know if that's because my belly isn't as big as it will be eventually, or if it's a short-waisted thing.

I think a big part of it is your not big enough yet. Granted I have a long torso, so maybe someone will check in whose shorter torsoed to share their experience. But I found it was baggy on me until 3 tri. I put it on while I was Spain at 28 weeks and thought "hey it actually fits now". I also think I bought it a size bigger than I should of, but didn't realize it til later.

[ginkgoleaf]

Oct 12, 2015 23:49:45 GMT -5 G22 said:

Oct 12, 2015 22:50:15 GMT -5 cactuscookie said:

This is one of those things that seems like it wouldn't bother me, but then, I didn't think I'd have body image issues during pregnancy either. I feel like I've been adequately warned that I'll leave the hospital looking 5-6 months pregnant except saggier. A friend of mine said she'd wake up each morning and her belly would be noticeably smaller. I'm kinda thinking that the real advantage for me is that I expect to be an overwhelmed, sleep-deprived, sore-nippled zombie for several weeks, so I don't plan to leave the house.

Also, my belly has always been my least-favorite body part, so that's one advantage of pregnancy. I no longer have to worry about looking pregnant, because I actually am!

I did find a dress at Target. It seems flattering and comfortable and basic enough that I'll be able to mix it up with various layers and accessories, so I think it'll get a lot of use. We're going to be in a bigger city next weekend, so I'm hoping to have time to go to Old Navy.

G22, I did try on the shirt, but it was so long on me, it was basically a tunic. I don't know if that's because my belly isn't as big as it will be eventually, or if it's a short-waisted thing.

I think a big part of it is your not big enough yet. Granted I have a long torso, so maybe someone will check in whose shorter torsoed to share their experience. But I found it was baggy on me until 3 tri. I put it on while I was Spain at 28 weeks and thought "hey it actually fits now". I also think I bought it a size bigger than I should of, but didn't realize it til later.

I'm 5'6" and yes, it's long, but that's the beauty of it. It'll be big enough and its stretchy enough to potentially last the whole time for me with twins. I bought a large, fwiw.

[G22]

Oct 13, 2015 7:49:10 GMT -5 ginkgoleaf said:

Oct 12, 2015 23:49:45 GMT -5 G22 said:

I think a big part of it is your not big enough yet. Granted I have a long torso, so maybe someone will check in whose shorter torsoed to share their experience. But I found it was baggy on me until 3 tri. I put it on while I was Spain at 28 weeks and thought "hey it actually fits now". I also think I bought it a size bigger than I should of, but didn't realize it til later.

I'm 5'6" and yes, it's long, but that's the beauty of it. It'll be big enough and its stretchy enough to potentially last the whole time for me with twins. I bought a large, fwiw.

I got a medium because that's what I tend to wear at Target, but I probably could have gone with a small. Either way it fits now and I love it

[ursulabuffay]

I can't stop thinking about Awick and thiswillbe.

Last year when I miscarried I started bleeding at 9w3d and I went to the emergency room and found out I lost the baby the week before. I am 9w4d today. I was petrified all day yesterday that I was going to bleed. It's so irrational and stupid. I go for another ultrasound at 5pm today and I'm petrified.

[dellabear]

Hugs ursulabuffay and t&p for a great u/s.

[awick14]

((ursulabuffay)) FX for tonight.

[loira]

Oct 13, 2015 8:41:16 GMT -5 ursulabuffay said:

I can't stop thinking about Awick and thiswillbe.

Last year when I miscarried I started bleeding at 9w3d and I went to the emergency room and found out I lost the baby the week before. I am 9w4d today. I was petrified all day yesterday that I was going to bleed. It's so irrational and stupid. I go for another ultrasound at 5pm today and I'm petrified.

I'm sorry, these personal milestones are so difficult. It's not stupid to feel that way. Your brain is just reacting to what it has already experienced. I have everything crossed for your scan today.

[jessnpaul]

Oct 12, 2015 23:32:29 GMT -5 G22 said:

jessnpaul, it's a navy/white striped shirt that apparently half the girls on GP own. But it's super long and stretchy and nice for later and pregnancy. Everyone posted pictures of it in last week HDBD post. It was an older model, so we couldn't find a link online, but you might be able to find it in store still.

I just went and found that post. You are adorable and I love that shirt!

[kellikans]

FX for a great ultrasound today ursulabuffay!

[ginkgoleaf]

ursulabuffay, GL with your ultrasound!

I had my 24w appointment today. Both babies are doing great - Baby A (girl) is still head down, measuring 24w2d (exactly how far along I am) and Baby B (boy) is still transverse, with his head by Baby A's feet, measuring 24w5d, so 3 days ahead. They're both estimated to be 1lb 10oz, which is way bigger than I was expecting based on what the apps tell me, so I'm very happy. I got my flu shot and will do the glucose test in 2 weeks.

DH put together the second crib yesterday, so we're getting there.  I'm excited that we've hit viability!

[callmehales]

ursulabuffay i think that's totally normal.  heck, this is my first pregnancy and i feel like anxiety sneaks up on me ALL THE TIME.  hoping your u/s gives you some comfort!    

[bcarp30]

Muddled I didn't wear a belly binder after DD and I wish I had. Even then though, I was able to get to the smallest I've ever been as an adult. Barre and regular gym trips really helped. So far I've gained less weight with this baby so hoping if I gain less it'll be easier to lose (ha!).

[Mushe]

Yay for a great scan, ginkgoleaf! How are you already 24 weeks?

I didn't wear a binder last time either, because I'm short torsoed and the Belly Bandit hit my c-section scar, but I kept it and hope to use it this time.

I'm starting week 2 of being OOT and supremely over it. I just dropped H and DS off at the airport and have some calls this afternoon/evening, and presentations starting tomorrow. Ugh. I'm getting really worried because I feel mostly perfectly fine. I'll get a wave of nausea if I haven't eaten, and that's it. Sunday was 9w from IUI. I just don't know how to maintain optimism! Next ultrasound is next Monday, because I'm OOT.

[kellikans]

Mushe I don't have many symptoms either and it worries me sometimes. No morning sickness (like you, I just can't let my stomach get empty), my boobs barely hurt, I have no food aversions but instead want to eat everything in sight. The only consistent thing is the cramping and that's worrisome in and of itself. I'm 7w3d today. I would've thought the cramps would be gone by now.

[Mushe]

Early pregnancy is so, so hard kellikans! When do you go back?

[callmehales]

Oct 13, 2015 18:25:08 GMT -5 kellikans said:

Add me to the cramps camp...I keep telling myself things are growing and stretching and doing new things so they might be felt sometimes.  

[ursulabuffay]

I had a great ultrasound today. He looks like a little gummy bear baby with a nice strong heartbeat. I am STILL on bedrest. They almost agreed to let me go back to work, but then begged me to stay out 3 more weeks Until I'm out of the first Trimester. Ugh, it's fine though. It's almost over. And it's worth it lol.

[kellikans]

Mushe next u/s is this Thursday.

callmehales I tell myself the same thing. And it usually works lol. They're nothing like they were in the beginning, but every now and then I get some that feel like AF coming and it freaks me out. I just remind myself that as long as I'm not spotting, everything should be okay. It's just the babe growing.

[kellikans]

ursulabuffay yay for a good u/s! Are you still on bedrest because of your SCH? How big was it?

[shanwalk]

I'm in a bad head space right now. I don't even know what exactly is getting to me, but I'm anxious and so negative.

I have my 28dpo beta tomorrow. I don't even know what to think. What if it's bad? What it it's good? It doesn't even matter if it's good, bc that doesn't ensure me a healthy baby. Ugh. I want to crawl in a hole.

First ultrasound is Monday. I was nauseous scheduling it. But then I talked myself "up" by telling myself it doesn't really matter... I can't get excited or happy about any of it.

I want to tell myself to go kick rocks, it's exhausting being this negative.

[kellikans]

Hugs shanwalk

[Mushe]

Hugs, shanwalk!

[cactuscookie]

Hugs, shanwalk. Not knowing for sure what's going on is so, so hard.

[dellabear]

Hugs shanwalk, I know it's tough. One day at a time.

[boiler717]

Good luck today shanwalk!

[boiler717]

I leaned an interesting fact at childbirth class last night. The instructor said during a typical 18-24 hour labor, the actual time spent contracting is 2 hours. I can do 2 hours!

[ursulabuffay]

Oct 13, 2015 20:07:31 GMT -5 kellikans said:

ursulabuffay yay for a good u/s! Are you still on bedrest because of your SCH? How big was it?

It actually got bigger. It was 1 cm two weeks ago and yesterday it was 1.4. They still keep stressing to me that it's so tiny I shouldn't worry too much I'm angry it's bigger lol. Why can't it just go away?!?