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@HappyBluebird: i had watermelon too and it was amazing!

@NeekieRose: Yeah, my LO is 13 months, so we are at slightly heightened risk. But we want to have 3 or 4 kids, so each subsequent pregnancy has more and more risk of uterine rupture or placenta problems with repeat c-sections. That's why we figure that we will leave it with the OB to make a recommendation, because we just don't have the necessary experience to make a decision like this. If I knew we were only having 2 kids, I would def get a repeat c-section, because it was a really positive experience and a great recovery!

My mom is in town (visiting from very far away) and wants to buy me some maternity stuff next weekend. I'm thinking we can hit Old Navy. Those of you who have LOs, what's the top priority for maternity wardrobe pieces? My guess is a good pair of maternity jeans will be crucial.

@PawPrints: Jeans probably this time around. Honestly, I didn't really wear maternity jeans last time (maybe a handful of times), but I had DD end of Oct so it wasn't too cold by then. I got a number of tank tops and dresses. This time a few pairs of jeans and sweaters will probably be key since we will all be getting decent sized over the winter.

I got the Ovia app. It's amazing!! Thanks for the suggestion!

@SunshineMcC: ohhh good tip on the popsicles and jamba juice... that's a great way to try and get a few veggies in too. I will give it a go.

@Rockies11: mine tested 3+ today at5w4d, but yes theoretically around 6weeks. I knew my hcg doubling numbers from two weeks ago and just counted forward, could guess that it would be 3+ last weekend sometime but waited just to be sure.

@SunshineMcC: I hear you on the nausea. I made the mistake of eating chicken for lunch (the nemesis of my last pregnancy) and I have been on the edge of the barfs every since. I think I have some diclectin down in the car - I may haul my exhausted self down there.

@SunshineMcC: It's the first line drug for the regular nausea that you get in the first trimester in Canada, I am not a hundred percent sure that it's the same in the States. It's just an antihistamine and vitamin b6. It works okay for regular nausea and vomiting and doesn't have any side effects. With my last pregnancy I had hypermesis, so I was taking stronger stuff by about 10 weeks, but diclectin worked to take the edge off for sure! It makes me even more sleepy though.

Hi Everyone! I've been gone a while - my appt is Thursday and I've been just so nervous about it that I took a break from the Bee. Trying to keep the nervs in check, but it's hard. But now, I'm getting all caught up and am happy to be a part of this group!

@marionberry I am thinking of you and sending prayers and good energy!!
@pawprints thanks for putting that calendar together! I am Team Green

Any one else super bloated? I am 7 weeks today and have for sure gained 10lbs. I think it's because all I want is carbs and I haven't had carbs/bread for years. Lol! But seriously....I've got a gut!

Anyone tried the Bellaband? Because of the afore-mentioned gut, I am thinking of getting one soon. My pants are already too tight!

Hi April 2015 Mammas! I found out we were expecting 2w1d ago, but just joined this site. I'm looking forward to sharing the experience with you all, and have enjoyed catching up on where everyone is at in their pregnancy so far. I also wish everyone a healthy and happy pregnancy!

Location: Ottawa, Canada
EDD: April 2
How far along: 7w5d
First child? Yes
First doctor appointment: confirmation on Aug 7, first real appt with my regular doc on Sept 17.
Any symptoms so far? Exhaustion, bloating, gas (all really bad), sore boobs; but no nausea or MS (lucky me!).
Who have you told? Our parents and brothers, and a few close friends. No one from work.

@Astro Bee: welcome!!

I'm 8 weeks today and I woke up so so tired. How is everyone else doing energy wise?

What does your pregnancy app say for you today?

@Boopers: i felt so horrible and exhausted last night that i went to bed at 730! then struggled to sleep cuz of boob pain and nausea haha. so today i am feeling rough. i just checked and my pregnancy app has a chocolate gingerbread brownie recipe! hahahaha amazing!

@Astro Bee: yay another canadian, congrats!

@lulu22: all. the. carbs. That is all I want to eat. And not sure if its my body being quick to recognize what's happening or the carbs, but my belly is def getting bigger. Sigh. According to the scale I have not gained any weight yet, but you wouldn't know that by looking at my belly. Ha.

Last time I was able to lose 15 lbs in the first trimester, but I don't think that is going to happen this go around...

@NeekieRose: ya i was really gonna try to lose 15ish lbs in first trimester. that was the plan. but i am eating exclusively bagels. so that's likely not happening. and ALL my pants are too tight, i'm so uncomfortable. luckily my work is doing 2 weeks of casual so i can wear my stretchy jeans. phewf. also i am starting to think i might be one and done cuz i can't imagine having a little one when i'm feeling like this! haha.

@Astro Bee: welcome and congrats!

@Boopers: Ovia says...eye pigment is developing! I am expecting a brown eyed baby (once eyes change colour after birth) but we are both carriers for blue eyes so we'll see!

I've been feeling very drained. I wake up every night multiple times and struggle to fall back to sleep

And I second (third? Fourth?) all the carbs. All I want is carbs and cheese. DH laughs at me because I used to have the biggest sweet tooth, but I've turned down ice cream for salty carbs. So weird.

@Astro Bee: congratulations and welcome!

I have my second beta today. Then I should hear results of the doubling on Thursday. It's killing me to wait. I'm barely sleeping or eating because I've been so stressed out. Sept 2 can't come soon enough.

Thank you all for the warm welcome.

@neekierose I thought it was just me that was gaining obvious weight everywhere but on the scale. I'm the same weight, but my pants are tight, my boobs are larger, and my thighs are now touching when I stand up straight (they don't normally).

I've also been super tired and going to bed hours before my husband. When asked yesterday what I wanted for supper I said baked potato, and whatever else you want to go with it. We had BBQ chicken and grilled peppers, but all I was craving were the starchy patates. Hubby has been great about cooking when I'm too tired, and doing the laundry, and getting up to feed the cats, and basically everything! Lol!

So I wished away my morning sickness/nausea and today I haven't had any.... so of course queue panic! Ugh now I'm hoping it comes back and I won't be so nervous. Completely silly, I know!