PG/Mom Check In

[aegis2005]

Pregnant
Stephanie (surfbetty530) due 10/27/2012 (Team Pink)
(anonnani) due 11/13/2012
Terri (may07wedding) due 1/10/2013 (Team Blue)
Kate (mskateb) due 2/1/2013 (Team Blue)
Heather (aegis2005) due 2/22/2013 (Team Blue)
Aly (alzi) due 3/15/2013
Jen (mrsjenrn) due 3/29/2013
Lauren (babybchbum) due 4/30/2013
Tasha (tashaandsage) due 5/?/2013

Moms
Liz (aidensmom) mom to Aiden (1/25/2008)
Kim (kimandross) mom to Quinn (2/25/2008)
Kate (mskateb) mom to Lily (7/26/2008)
Kathy (mrsjason) mom to Macy (12/8/2009)
Danielle (dvroxy) mom to MacKenzie (4/10/2010) and Madeline (7/23/2012
Jen (mrsjenrn) mom to Zoe (2/17/2011)
Jennifer (jennifer8080) mom to Kennedy (2/19/2011) and Caleb (8/6/2012)
Chelsea (mrschelseap09) mom to Lila (3/11/2011)
Tasha (tashaandsage) mom to Maisy (3/22/2011) and Beckett (1/28/2008)
Mayette (etteyam) mom to Sophia (5/3/2011) and Juliana (11/14/2009)
Marissa (amellis2) mom to Amelia and Abigail (6/4/2011)
(lovethesun) mom to Mason (7/22/2011)
Lauren (babybchbum) mom to Triston (8/8/2011)
Sara (miasmom) mom to Amelia (12/27/2011)
Meghan (mrsmew) mom to Ellie (3/29/2012)
Melissa (mellis74) mom to Mia (4/27/2012)
Shawna (mrsshawanab) mom to Blake (5/22/2012)
Jen (jen812) mom to Dominic (5/31/2012)
Angela (loskadoodle) mom to Drew (6/28/2012)
Janelle (dearselah) mom to Selah (6/29/2012)
Krystal (krystalskitsch) mom to Cannon (9/9/2012)
Kara (April17) mom to Ethan (9/14/2012)
Carolyn (moonstone523) mom to Samantha (9/30/2012)

[surfbetty530]

I cannot believe I am at the top of the list.

I was talking to my Husband yesterday and it is just so strange this is finally happening. For over two years, we've tried and we've had our Lauryl Mae's name ready and waiting. My pregnancy was just fine until about 12 weeks ago and I feel like I have been mentally prepared for her to come since then. I think I realistically had to because a short cervix measuring .39 cm is no joke.

Now she can come and be healthy and I am just thrilled. Today is my OB appt and she is going to offer to strip my membranes. After talking with Hubs, I think I'm going to do it. I rather have OB do that, and she comes on her own (maybe), then having to be induced at 39 weeks bc of my GD. I'll let you know how the appt goes!!!

[aegis2005]

Anatomy scan went well on Friday. Baby boy's organs look great, placenta looks great, cervix is nice and closed and it looks like my SCH has cleared up - the only "issue" they see is that the fibroids that have popped up are getting larger. Luckily the fibroids are positioned in such a way, they don't think it will impact a vaginal delivery.

I have another ultrasound at 24 weeks, because he wouldn't flip over so they could measure his eyes/nose/mouth/ears. I'll also be having an ultrasound at 28, 32 and 36 weeks because I have blood pressure issues and they want to make sure his organs are growing at the right rate. If not, we'll have to discuss modifiying the dose of my medicine or perhaps inducing early.

I'm finally starting to feel a little better about this pregnancy, so celebrated this weekend by buying him some onesies and a sleep sack. I also signed up for childbirth classes and sent in all the postcards I've gotten for various "baby clubs" that give out freebies and coupons. I plan on picking up the paint for his room this afternoon, and hopefully getting that going soon - while I still have balance and can cut in along the ceiling

[sara76]

We are great. I'm really loving this age. I'm still looking forward to her being able to talk and tell me what she wants, but right now it's so fun to watch her figure out all the different things her body can do and how everything around her works. She is very serious about all this business but she makes me belly laugh all day.

[tashaandsage]

Yay, Stephanie! Hope that your appointment does indeed lead to Lauryl's arrival soon. So excited for you to get the wonderful reward for all you've been through!

I guess my EDD should be put at 5/15 for now, and I'll find out at my first appointment next week if they want to change it. I have been more nauseous this week than not, but eating lots of small meals seems to help somewhat. I have a lingering cold that I've had on and off for over two weeks now, and that's bothering me more than anything. I'm just grateful not to have the extreme fatigue that I experienced with other two show up yet.

I weaned Maisy over the past week. She wasn't happy about it (she was very attached to the boob!), but my goal has been 18 months and I was ready to be done. I needed the break between her and #3. It was much harder to wean her than her brother, but it wasn't terrible. She had her fill of cranky moments, and post nap and mornings have been the worst. Thursday morning was the last time I nursed her, and since then she has been waking up ridiculously early. Like between 4:30 and 5:30- which has sucked even more because my cold symptoms and queasiness are worse in the mornings. We take turns getting up with her, but when it's my turn to stay in bed, I can't seem to sleep hearing her up because pregnancy makes me a terrible light sleeper. I'm hoping she adjusts soon, and at least goes back to her 6 am wake up time!

[sara76]

Tasha, weening is going to be my next thing. What time did she wake up in the mornings before you weened? Did she ever go to sleep without nursing before? Is she still napping better?

I'm thinking I'm going to have a hard time putting her to bed without nursing. H manages (obviously he has no choice) and MIL does too and she's gotten really good at going down for them lately. But I've always nursed her at night and I think it might be hard for me to stop. Like I won't know how or something. I'm kind of scared, lol.

[tashaandsage]

Oct 8, 2012 9:58:13 GMT -5 sara76 said:

Tasha, weening is going to be my next thing. What time did she wake up in the mornings before you weened? Did she ever go to sleep without nursing before? Is she still napping better?

I'm thinking I'm going to have a hard time putting her to bed without nursing. H manages (obviously he has no choice) and MIL does too and she's gotten really good at going down for them lately. But I've always nursed her at night and I think it might be hard for me to stop. Like I won't know how or something. I'm kind of scared, lol.

She used to go back to sleep when I'd nurse her in the mornings, but for the past 4 months or so, it's been around 6. A few months ago, we broke her of the habit of needing to nurse to sleep at night, by my nursing her prior to her nighttime routine of teeth brushing and books, and she'd go right to sleep. Napping was another story, because the only way I could get ever her to nap was by nursing and then moving her to the couch. I expect nap time to be a challenge for a while. There's been tears, and lots of rocking, and even having her fall asleep on my shoulder and moving her. She is napping alright once she goes to sleep, but she wakes up very unhappy and wanting to nurse. I'm trying to get her to drink more milk before nap & bedtime to keep her fuller, but she isn't always interested.

Are you planning on weaning A before 12 months? I weaned Beckett at one year and it was as easy as nursing him before bed one night, and giving him his first sippy of milk the next morning. That was it. I doubt that is common though, I think he was just totally okay with being done.

[loskadoodle]

Surfbetty - I had my membranes stripped on a Tues and my water broke at 2am on a Thurs. Of course it doesnt work for everyone, but it might give you some hope

Things are ok here. Work doesn't suck yet. It's that Drew is home and our nanny is GREAT.

Nursing has been suck-tastic during the day. He gets mad if I am not full and I usually feeding him in the morning then pump around 8:30 and then he wants to eat again around 10-10:30, so of course I'm not really full then. So he fusses which stresses me out and of course doesn't help my cause. He also won't eat my slow boob during the day because he is too impatient. He nurses fine for his first morning, 4pm and over night feedings and he drinks the bottle fine, because it comes faster. So that's a bit frustrating. Any suggestions?? I just did a power pumping session so I am going to try that for a couple days and see if that helps!

We had some pics taken over the weekend because my BIL, SIL and nieces were here. Here's a cute one!

[sara76]

Loksa that pic is so cute!! Makes me want a boy!

Tasha I plan on nursing to 12 months for sure but with as fast as these weekly check ins keep coming i know that time is going to be here quickly. I'm also preparing myself because I'm running low on supply. The last time I pumped I only got 2 oz per side. And I'm slightly concerned that her weight went from 47th% to 20th% between 6-9 months. I know I'm nursing less because I just got so over sitting around the house nursing and feeling hungry all day, I had to get moving or was going to get depressed. As a result I'm losing milk and if she doesn't gain I guess I'm fearing early weaning on her part. So maybe it's going to be harder on me than her. Like do I know how to do this stuff without whipping out the boob? And I kinda do love her falling asleep on my lap and all that stuff. While it's convenient I try to nurse whenever we can to keep my milk up. But sigh, I know one day this is going to be far behind us and I'm wondering how this sleep stuff is going to work. I'm kinda liking what we've got going right now.

[sara76]

Loksa this is some of the stuff that is hard about nursing. The worrying about if you're full enough, is he getting enough, did I just pump everything and not leave anything for him, if I miss a feeding and don't pump will my milk slow? All that stuff. My only advice and what I constantly have to remind myself - to trust your body. Also I think adding a long pumping session on your slow side while you are working can't hurt to get it moving faster. I would do that. But also keep in mind that the baby is always the best pump when that is an option. It sounds like you are doing just perfect. They go through fussy times, they just do. The 5 month mark is tough too, they really start looking around and getting distracted and coming off a lot. But they're all just phases. Natures way of keeping us on our toes.

[mskateb]

Stephanie -- EXCITING! Hope all goes well.

Heather -- I'm so glad you are finally getting to enjoy your pregnancy.

As for me, all goes well. I forgot until about 5 minutes ago that I have yet another ultrasound tomorrow. After that, I have only one more ultrasound at 30-32 weeks because now they've decided I'm at risk for preterm labor. Want to know the sad part about that? I wasn't even concerned enough to ask why they think that. It's the whole boy-who-cried-wolf thing. They keep telling me I have all these risks, and it's always nothing. So I guess I just decided that since I've always been so lucky in this area, my luck will never run out. Stupid, huh? So I guess I'll have an ultrasound tomorrow and ask the questions I was too stupid to ask last time.

Lily is doing great. She's been super sweet and affectionate lately, and we've been eating it up. I love her 4-year-old self.

[jennifer8080]

Caleb is 12lbs 2oz. Which is ridiculous since Kennedy didn't weigh that at 5 months! He's talking and smiling up a storm and I just love it. I'm very nervous how the car ride is going to go tomorrow and Wednesday. It's his first big trip and he isn't a fan of the car.

Kennedy is 20lbs 13oz and doing so great! She's taking independent steps, though I'm not declaring her as walking yet. Her PT is really thrilled. She went through a phase for a few weeks where she was really being a toddler, having tantrums, etc but that's getting a little easier.

The reality of having to find new providers for her is hitting me hard today. I'm going to look at what appears to be our dream house on Thursday. If all goes well, we may move our move date up to Thanksgiving week. It's overwhelming, but the house is amazing and I don't want to miss out on it, if it's as good as the photos appear.

[alzi]

I'm doing well. Nothing exciting to report. I have an anterior placenta so I'm not expecting to feel movement for a while, but now I question every gas bubble lol.

A/S in 2 weeks. Staying team green. We have names picked but those are a secret:)

[aegis2005]

Oct 8, 2012 13:41:33 GMT -5 alzi said:

I'm doing well. Nothing exciting to report. I have an anterior placenta so I'm not expecting to feel movement for a while, but now I question every gas bubble lol.

A/S in 2 weeks. Staying team green. We have names picked but those are a secret

We're team "keep names a secret" too - it amazes me how many people seem surprised when we tell them this.

[dvroxy]

Well, I've been back to work for a week and it is going surprising well. I think it is because Madeline is such a happy baby and doesn't cry when I leave her. She is all smiles. Plus, she loves my mom, which is really nice. She is such a happy baby and I am so incredibly in love with her!! I have been pumping at school during my planning, which makes me very happy. But I am always nervous that someone is going to walk into my room even though the door is locked (a few people have keys to my office).

MacKenzie isn't enjoying school as much as I hope she would. I am wavering on whether or not to take her out. Once she is potty trained she can go to the daycare at my school (it's neat; there is a pre-school teacher, but the students help to run the daycare as a class). It only costs $15.00 a week and she would be right there with me in case anything happened. She keeps telling me she doesn't like the teacher and that she is mean. Her response never wavers and that really bothers me. MacKenzie isn't a tough kid, but the class is seven boys and three girls and I know the teacher is stressed.... Today they had a substitute teacher (who was actually the pre-school coordinator) and she had a great time. Hopefully potty training will come quickly winter break, so we can start the new school year at my work.

[moonstone523]

We've survived our first week as a family. H's parents were here for 5days and then my parents came and are here for 5days. My sister comes right after my parents. I thought it would be overwhelming with all the fam, but it's actually been really nice to have people around to help cook, clean, do laundry, run errands, etc. the days in between fam are nice though with just H, Sammie and I.

Sammie had her 1 week appointment yesterday. She gained weight like a champ and now weighs 9lb 13oz and is 22 1/4 inches tall. She is in the 96th percentile for weight and 99th percentile for height. I think we might have an Olympic swimmer or volleyball player in the making.

This past weekend, we went to St Pete to meet some friends who were in town. Sammie did great out to dinner. She woke up right when my food arrived and wanted to eat too. I nursed her there with a cover. I was nervous about whipping out the boobage in public, but all was well under the cover. It was just hot since we were sitting outside.

Yesterday we had a huge day and Sammie was great. After the doc apt. we ran a bunch of errands, went to Datz's for lunch, and went by the new house (roof is getting put in now!). Sammie was awesome. We had to stop a few times so I could nurse her, but she was a trooper.

We a few sleepless nights, but once we started her in the baby straight jacket aka swaddle me, she has been sleeping/nursing like clockwork every 3hours. Speaking of nursing, all is well on that front. I started pumping too. Sammie took a bottle of breast milk from my mom easily so it's nice to know she won't always have to be on the boob.

[loskadoodle]

Oct 9, 2012 3:58:32 GMT -5 moonstone523 said:

We've survived our first week as a family. H's parents were here for 5days and then my parents came and are here for 5days. My sister comes right after my parents. I thought it would be overwhelming with all the fam, but it's actually been really nice to have people around to help cook, clean, do laundry, run errands, etc. the days in between fam are nice though with just H, Sammie and I.

Sammie had her 1 week appointment yesterday. She gained weight like a champ and now weighs 9lb 13oz and is 22 1/4 inches tall. She is in the 96th percentile for weight and 99th percentile for height. I think we might have an Olympic swimmer or volleyball player in the making.

This past weekend, we went to St Pete to meet some friends who were in town. Sammie did great out to dinner. She woke up right when my food arrived and wanted to eat too. I nursed her there with a cover. I was nervous about whipping out the boobage in public, but all was well under the cover. It was just hot since we were sitting outside.

Yesterday we had a huge day and Sammie was great. After the doc apt. we ran a bunch of errands, went to Datz's for lunch, and went by the new house (roof is getting put in now!). Sammie was awesome. We had to stop a few times so I could nurse her, but she was a trooper.

We a few sleepless nights, but once we started her in the baby straight jacket aka swaddle me, she has been sleeping/nursing like clockwork every 3hours. Speaking of nursing, all is well on that front. I started pumping too. Sammie took a bottle of breast milk from my mom easily so it's nice to know she won't always have to be on the boob.

Good job mama! Glad all is going great!!

[melis74]

Mia's two bottom teeth finally broke through, they are so cute. I took her to the ped for week three of snottiness, she was put on Augmentin for a not quite full on ear infection in her left ear and a suspected sinus infection. That night after both of those events, she slept through the night again and has been every night since...ahhhh. Friday night she was fussy and felt really warm so I gathered up my strength and took a rectal temp on her...I'm such a wimp. H distracted her with a toy and she didn't even flinch...it was 100.5 so just above the fever line. I'm guessing she picked up some other cooties at daycare that are viral vs bacterial since she's on antibiotics already. As the weekend went she was less warm and cranky. Wow to the crankies...makes me realize just how good we've got it normally. Oh, at five months she is 17.1 pounds...that's my big girl!

[mrsjenrn]

I had a dr appt yesterday and he found the hb right away. He said usually at 14 weeks he has to do a little bit of searching, lol! I am feeling okay. Not much of an appetite and I am down 2 lbs, but my dr said if I only gain 10 lbs during my pregnancy he will be happy. Sounds good to me! I know I will start packing on the pounds towards the end.

Last night I went to my first ICAN (International Cesarean Awareness Network) meeting. Bawled my eyes out. It felt really good to be with other women and not feel like such a freak about hating my c section so much. They understand that having a healthy baby and me being healthy are just not enough and I still have these feelings of regret, failure, etc. They gave me some really good tips and I am going to work hard to get over this. I am unsure whether or not I will stay with my current doctor. I need to do more research and go from there.

My little Zoemonster is doing great! Saying lots of words like "whoa" , "wow" , "boo" , etc. It's hard for me to hear about kids her age talking a lot more, but I know she will be talking my ear off before I know it so I am trying not to worry. I know she is at a normal development level, but of course I worry, lol! She comprehends a lot of what we say to her, so I know she will be fine. When I ask her where the baby is she points to my belly. So cute! I love her so much!!! :heart: