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Speaking of baby moons and travel, when is the latest you'd fly while pregnant? We have a close friends wedding in the early 3rd tri and it's about 2.5 hour flight. Do you think that will be doable? Obviously with ob approval
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@HLK208: I had back pain in week 8 or so. Really low similar to AF backache so I was a bit concerned. I still have it now in then but Dr said its growing pains
Hope it gets better for you!@coopsmama: hoping to take a babymoon to Vegas in March! I'm trying to arrange it around my work schedule so that I only really take 2 days off or so. I have enough PTO for maternity leave with a few weeks leftover so I don't want to use all of it before the baby is even here!
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@Silva: so sweet! Glad the appt. went well! Congrats!!
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Checking in after a long hiatus. I have been feeling so ill that I've had a really hard time doing more than just making it to work and home, and existing. But I've been following along on this thread, and my heart is with all the ladies experiencing bleeding and bed rest!
My DH has been taking care of LO every evening/all weekends and everything related to cooking/errands/home life. I am SO LUCKY as all I can manage to do most evenings is lie on the couch moaning. The nausea and bloat/indigestion is so bad. And the hypersalivation (complete with tons of frothy saliva - so gross) is insane. I had this during the first tri with LO and had forgotten all about it. It leads to even more bloat unless I can constantly spit out the extra saliva/froth. So lovely.
And yet certainly the nausea/vomiting is not as bad as it was with LO #1, mercifully! I had HG with her and I definitely don't have that this time, thank goodness! I don't know how I'd cope this time, with a much more intense job and now a toddler. I think I have regular morning sickness this time, as the nausea is severe and lasts from 6pm until about 10am, but with only very infrequent vomiting. And eating small amounts frequently helps the nausea this time, whereas last time it never helped at all, and sometimes triggered more vomiting. So this time I've already gained 10 lbs (at 8 weeks!) whereas last time I had LOST several pounds at this point. Crazy how different pregnancies can be. I'm just so relieved not to have HG!
Had my first prenatal appointment and u/s on Friday and got to see the heartbeat. Everything looked great, heart rate of 160 bpm, and LO is measuring exactly on track for my (late) ovulation date, so my OB changed my due date to track my ovulation (instead of LMP), giving me a due date of 8/19.
We just scheduled CVS for 1/27, coming right up!
My doctor sent me home with samples of Diclegis and it helps my nausea SO MUCH, at least during the work day. I was on it during all but the first 8 weeks of my pregnancy with LO and it helped me survive. I'm having trouble getting my insurance to cover it this time, so it was so awesome to get the samples. It does make it REALLY hard to get out of bed in the morning, but the reduction in nausea for me is so marked that it is SO worth it.
Updating the due date list with my new due date:
August 2016 Mamas
August 2: dcw6411 (#3), coffeemom (#2), pregnantbee (#2)
August 5: mrsgiraffe (#1)
August 8: mrschickpea (#1
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August 11: silva (#2 ), coopsmama (#3)
August 13: glitter (#2), littlepinkhouses (#2)
August 15: gracey19015 (#1), mrsrccar (#3)
August 16: oldpueblojenn (#2 ), mrsscb (#1)
August 18: jojogirl (#2), pwnstar (#2)
August 19: stratosphere (#2)
August 20: agold (#1)
August 22: shootingstar (#2)
August 25: hlk208 (#4)
August 28: mrskerch (#1)
August 29: clairhuxtable (#2)
August 30: pirouette (#2) Ultrasound Roster
1/11: Shootingstar
1/13: agold
1/15: coopsmama
1/16: Glitter, CoffeeMom
1/25 dcw6411 NT scan, mrschickpea NT scan, HLK208
1/26: pregnantbee NT scan
1/27: stratosphere CVS
2/1: pirouette
2/8: MrsSCB NT scan -
@mrschickpea: Vegas is where we went for our first baby moon! It was fabulous!
@Pirouette- I'd fly in the earliest weeks of 3rd tri if ob approved, but be sure to buy trip insurance or buy with Southwest so you can transfer tickets if it turns out you can't fly.
Long OT question ahead;
On my block we have 3 SAHMs, me, Jill and Lori.
A few months ago, just a few months after Lori moved onto our street, our kids were all playing in Jill's yard and her son didn't listen. She raced over to him, picked him up by his shirt, threw him on the ground, and picked him up again and spanked him while carrying him away. I gathered my daughter, went home. I've avoided Lori ever since. If her kids are at Jill's I just distract my DD. Jill and I spoke about it and she disagrees with how it was handled too, but as they live next door to each other (I'm across the street and down) and their oldest boys are the same age...she feels more entangled. Which is fine. All was fine until the last week or so, I see Lori out everywhere- out to lunch, at the grocery store, at the park. I politely say hello and try not to engage in any further convo. Today she came over and said she knows she offended me, and she correctly guessed it was how she treated her son. I told her that I don't approve, but that I don't believe it's any of my business. She extended another apology and said she hopes we could move forward.
so....what to do? I don't feel comfortable my DD playing at their house, and don't think I ever will, which sucks cause they have a pool! Ha. What would you do? Gradually warm up? -
@OldpuebloJenn: Well, I never would have avoided someone for that reason to begin with. Spanking is certainly a polarizing topic, I know, but I guess I'm more concerned by the throwing to the ground portion of the story. That said, have you gathered a sense of how she treats her kids, otherwise? Has there been anything alarming besides that? She may have just lost her cool in that moment and feel really bad about it. I think we've all had moments as a parent we regret and I don't think someone should feel like an outcast because of it and I don't think someone should feel like an outcast because they choose to spank or not, either.
I do think I probably wouldn't ask her to watch my kids or to send my children over alone (unless I got to know her more and saw her reaction in this case was completely just a bad overreaction) but I would have no problem going over with my kids so long as I could supervise the situation completely. I guess what I'm saying is I'm not sure this is worth burning a bridge over and, in fact, observing the situation more would probably be good just to make sure that was a one time incident and isn't a reoccurring thing and that there isn't potentially abuse in the home. But again - only if you're there!
I do have to say I think it was nice that she came over to try and repair your relationship and that I hope I'm correct and that it was just one of those stupid moments that happens.
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@stratosphere: So glad to hear this has been a better pregnancy for you, despite the nausea and other symptoms you're having. I've thrown up now and again this pregnancy and can only think about how terrible it would be to have actual HG.
@Pirouette: I think the latest I would want to fly is probably 32 weeks. Beyond that I would be so uncomfortable. Our baby moon last time was at 19-20 weeks and that seemed to be a fabulous time to go.
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@coopsmama: thanks for your input! I'm sure that I do come off as reactionary. Spanking is polarizing, and I would never assume that how I choose to discipline (or dont discipline) my child works for everyone. I had already noticed many parenting differences prior to this episode, that would give me pause, as well as personal and political differences. I removed myself from any further contact because I felt that her throwing her child was beyond what I could tolerate or allow my child to be exposed to again, and as she never addressed it with me (and I knew she had with other witnesses), I wrote her off. I do totally agree that it took a lot of courage on her part to address it now.
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@Pirouette: I won't be flying at all. However that is total due to the fact that I will need weekly shots. If it wasn't for the shots it would be around 27-28 weeks because I have a tendency to go early.
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@OldpuebloJenn: Well, reactionary or not one of the more important roles we have as a parent is to protect our children!! So if you felt unsafe (for her) by the situation then, reactionary or not, you did what was best in the moment.
It is just important to mend fences with neighbors, I think, since you live in close proximity so I would do what you have to do to keep things from being awkward and do what you have to do to protect your daughter at the same time.
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@HLK208: @agold: @Pirouette: @OldpuebloJenn: Thank you!!!
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@Pirouette: I'd probably fly until 35 weeks (with my OB's approval) because I don't have a history of premature labor. 2.5 hours doesn't sound terrible but then again, I've only flown during the first tri (but my MS was so bad that a 3 hour flight felt like it took all day haha).
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Just posting this again b/c I think MrsRcCar got left off by mistake due to the cross-posting back a couple pages.
Ultrasound Roster
1/11: Shootingstar
1/13: agold
1/15: coopsmama, MrsRcCar NT scan
1/16: Glitter, CoffeeMom
1/25 dcw6411 NT scan, mrschickpea NT scan, HLK208
1/26: pregnantbee NT scan
1/27: stratosphere CVS
2/1: pirouette
2/8: MrsSCB NT scan -
Our ultrasound went really well today
. Baby measured exactly where I thought they should (8w today) and heartbeat was 173! The tech was also happy to play along with my Ramzi theory guessing even though the placenta's not fully formed yet and she thought baby implanted on the left (which indicates girl). Here's a pic of our little blob...
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@JoJoGirl: Sorry you're feeling so uneasy.
Stinks they won't do both tests. We're here for you no matter what.@CoffeeMom: Hooray for your u/s coming up. I always have such a hard time waiting for results, appointments, etc. Your bump is adorable! I just looked through my progression photos from last time and pulled up 10w. You can't see anything! My bump now at 11w looks like week 22-25ish? It's insane.
@MrsRcCar: Hugs. I'm so sorry you're having to go through all this.
@Pirouette: OOoooooh, I'd love a spa trip! Lucky! I'm thinking maybe I should book a facial or something for myself
And you get an ultrasound at every appointment? Awesome!@MrsSCB: Yay for having an NT date. It doesn't seem that much later. Mine is when it is since I'm due at the very end of July. Yours will be here before you know it! I was shocked to find out Counsyl was covered completely for me. Phew. Could be due to my AMA -- take the perks where I can get them, right?
@dcw6411: So cool that DH came home! That's amazing! Your mom will be exhausted! Today, I had bloodwork that will go with the NT scan. Does that count as fun? I also went to IKEA with a friend, so that actually was fun. (I had today off.)
@agold: Sounds like you're doing ok? But a butt twitch?? Fun times. Oh, and just thought I'd mention that we have to be careful with foot massages while pregnant b/c there are some pressure points near the ankles that can induce labor! Not sure if you knew
You took another pg test?? Back away from the tests. You're still pregnant xo I'd LOVE to go to New Zealand. I wish we had traveled more before our first kid. Or that we were more adventurous and wanted to do huge trips like that with him. Maybe someday when he's a bit more independent....(Though I suppose that someday is now later with #2 on the way.....)@ShootingStar: Hooray for the doppler! It's taking me forever to write this update, so I don't know if you've already made it to your appointment. I didn't have to pee at my first appointment, but I will for all following. Yay! Saw the u/s pic after I posted this, so editing to say yay! Glad baby looks good. Great photo
@coopsmama: Not sure yet about a babymoon. We did that before our 1st. I just started asking him about it yesterday. Maybe we'll try to go somewhere in late April/early May? We're going on a short-ish but family (with relatives) trip at the end of March, so I wouldn't really count that. Not sure how late I want to fly this time. I hope you can figure out a way to do something special, even if it means surprising him with it and spending the gift card/extra money you earn.
@Silva: Beautiful photo! Hi, little one!
@HLK208: Knock on wood, my back is still ok. Glad you can find a way to manage it. I am starting to think about buying a Snoogle or whatever pregnancy pillow works best for most people. I never got one the first time, so I'm curious if it will help me sleep better now.
@OldpuebloJenn: Awwww. Pregnancy hormones make us all do crazy things. I'd feel so uncomfortable around that neighbor. But maybe it was a one-time thing like others mentioned? Maybe try again and watch like a hawk?
@Pirouette: Hmm. Latest I'd fly? Maybe 32 weeks? Obviously with dr's approval. I remember flying around then. Was not at all comfortable, but it was doable.
@stratosphere: Sorry you've been so sick, but I'm glad it's not HG. Welcome back! Yay for the first u/s and for free samples. I hope they keep helping you.
As for myself, just got all the bloodwork done that will go with the NT scan later this month. And the genetic counselor just called to tell me that baby is low risk for the 3 types of Trisomy based on the results from the Counsyl test! Woot! So happy. She didn't tell me the sex over the phone because I asked her not to. I'll get an email from the lab that DH and I can open together later. KILLING me to wait knowing she could easily tell me right then. Eek!
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Ultrasound Roster
1/11: Shootingstar
1/13: agold
1/15: coopsmama, MrsRcCar NT scan
1/16: Glitter, CoffeeMom
1/25 dcw6411 NT scan, mrschickpea NT scan, HLK208
1/26: pregnantbee NT scan
1/27: stratosphere CVS
2/1: pirouette, oldpueblojenn NT scan
2/8: MrsSCB NT scan@shootingstar: great pic!
@pregnantbee- great news about bloodwork! Eep good for you for waiting to find out with DH! Any guesses on the sex? -
@pregnantbee: Ahhh, I can't believe you can find out the sex already! Can't wait to hear!
@ShootingStar: yay for a good US, looks great!
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@OldpuebloJenn: I'm guessing boy because I already have a boy, and this pregnancy has been so similar.
@MrsSCB: I'm dying to know too!
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@stratosphere: I'm so sorry you've been sick, but glad it's not HG! I can't even imagine what that's like
@OldpuebloJenn: I will be sure to book with our credit card that has free cancellation insurance! Good call!
@ShootingStar: yay! Great pic and update!
@pregnantbee: omg that's amazing! When will you get the email? I'm dying to know! And yea, it's so nice that she does the us at every appt, even if her equipment isn't that great compared to the imaging center where I have to go for the NT and anatomy scans.
Thanks for all the travel input everyone! I think I'll be 30 weeks, so safe zone most likely but I'll have to play it by ear.
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Not being at the bottom of the ultrasound list anymore makes me feel like it's slowly getting closer
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@pregnantbee: How far along were you when you got the blood test done? The nurse tried to convince me today that I should wait until 11 weeks. She said sometimes people get no results if it's too close to 10w
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@Pirouette: Hopefully tonight or tomorrow morning?? So hard to not let her tell me over the phone.
@ShootingStar: If we go by LMP, I was 10w 3d. They did recommend waiting until later in week 10, rather than go at exactly week 10 to be sure there's enough fetal DNA to test. My office usually schedules genetic counseling at the same time as the NT scan, thus making one trip. I knew I could do the genetic test sooner so I opted to separate them and not wait. So NT is in 2 weeks....and then my next OB visit is at the end of that week. I forgot how many appointments and things are needed during pregnancy. The clinic I go to is only about 5 min from work and 10-12 min from home. It would definitely be less ideal for multiple appointments if it were less convenient to get there.
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@pregnantbee: eeeeek! So excited for you to find out!!! And YAY for the good test results!!!
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@ShootingStar: yay for a good U/S!!!
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@ShootingStar: Love the picture. This is getting me excited (and nervous) for my US on Friday, eeeep.
@pregnantbee: Thrilled to hear your testing came back with low odds!
I hope you will share the gender with us soon after you find out - can't wait to hear what the first August baby gender will be. @Pirouette: It will be here before you know it.
@HLK208: Sorry about the back pain.
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@ShootingStar: My jellybean implanted on the left too . . . interesting theory (Ramzi)! So glad everything looks good
@CoffeeMom: Your bump is super cute!
@Pirouette: We took a babymoon last time at 26 weeks. (I had a ridiculous amount of swelling during my last pregnancy starting around 22/24 weeks.) I was comfortable enough flying (it was a short flight - just under 2 hours), but the swelling was horrendous. But I still had a good time, and am glad that we went. I don't think I'd fly past 30 weeks . . . I had a few complications the first time, and for me, I wouldn't feel comfortable being that far away from home.
@OldpuebloJenn: I don't think I could ever feel comfortable with my child in that environment (if that's what she does in public, it begs the question as to what happens in private). It's not just the parents I would be concerned with, but also the child (misplaced anger/aggression). While I agree it was brave to come over and talk to you, the person she should be apologizing to is her son. I am old and jaded, but I think there are moments where you get an early glimpse of things that you might not otherwise have seen until much later (, i.e., when people show you who they are, believe them). I would take advantage of the early glimpse, and keep a cordial but distant neighborly relationship with them.
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@pwnstar: yea, i had strict monitoring starting at 32 weeks so that's definitely my cutoff if not earlier. But i remember attending a wedding a few hours away (drive not flight) at around 30 weeks and i felt great! Of course, i expect to be much bigger and less comfortable this time around.
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@ShootingStar: HOORAY!!!
My DH is freaking out about this pregnancy
He's worried about money, free time, sleepless newborn nights.... I am too but I don't know if he is sure this was the right decision -
@JoJoGirl: You mention that you're worried about the same things as your DH, but that you know that having another baby was the right decision. Your husband probably feels exactly the same . . . just because your husband has concerns (we all do!), it doesn't necessarily mean that he's having second thoughts.
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@pwnstar: Thank you
He is working on starting his own business which is a slooowww process. We've been living on a shoestring for 2 years and decided we couldn't wait any longer for a 2nd baby because I'm 38. But the financial pressure is really freaking him out.
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I would love to get all your thoughts on something I'm struggling with. Even though I've already had two appointments, I'm kind of thinking I want to switch doctors. I like my current OB, so there's nothing wrong with her. But the more I think about it, the more I believe I'd prefer to deliver at a different hospital than the one she uses. The other hospital is nationally very highly ranked, it has a higher level NICU (which hopefully we won't need, but I'd like to be available) and it's actually in the medical center where I work, so I've spent a decent amount of time there and feel comfortable with it.
Would it be crazy to switch doctors after already getting the ball rolling with one? Does this seem like a legit reason? And am I ridiculous to feel guilty about leaving my current doc because I don't want her to feel bad? Sorry, that's a lot of questions, haha.
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@MrsSCB: Does your current doctor have privileges at the preferred hospital? That said, if s/he doesn't, I wouldn't hesitate to change practices to deliver at the hospital you want. I chose my current practice because the doctors have privileges at the hospital in which I want to deliver.
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@pwnstar: No, she doesn't, unfortunately
I probably should have thought about all of this before my first appointment, but I'd been going to this doc just as a gyno before getting pregnant, so it was automatic to call her and set up a prenatal appointment. Then when I thought more about the logistics of delivery and everything, I started feeling unsure about it.
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@MrsSCB: Definitely change now. They don't recommend switching after like 26 weeks so now is the time. With my first, I switched practices around 12 weeks after all the genetic tests etc were done.
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@MrsSCB: Totally ok for you to change now. Legit reason. Just do it now and don't wait.
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@MrsSCB: You've got plenty of time to switch and those aren't silly reasons whatsoever - you should deliver where you feel most comfortable! I know someone who switched in the beginning of the third trimester so don't feel weird about it.
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Anyone having a tough time with sleep? I never really struggled with this with previous pregnancies but holy cow, having such a hard time staying asleep and getting comfortable even though I'm not yet ten weeks! I can't believe it's this bad already and that it will likely only get worse. And then I wake up sore the next morning from all the tossing and turning I've been doing the night before.
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@JoJoGirl: @pregnantbee: @coopsmama: Thanks ladies, I think I have some phone calls to make today!
@coopsmama: Yes, I am struggling a lot with insomnia. I generally have a lot of trouble sleeping, but I think it's been worse since being pregnant. I can fall asleep easily, but I wake up on average at least three times a night. Sometimes I can't fall back asleep for an hour or more. It sucks
My doc said taking Unisom or Tylenol PM (or Benedryl, I think?) occasionally is fine, but I haven't yet.
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@coopsmama: Me. I'm having a hard time staying asleep and wake up 3-4 times. Today I woke up at 4:30 and have been up ever since. Gonna be a loooong day.
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@coopsmama: @MrsSCB: Same for me. I am tired enough that I can fall asleep, but I am averaging 3-4 wake ups a night, the last one usually being around 4 a.m. Some nights it doesn't feel like I fall completely asleep again in between the wake ups (if that makes sense). I am hoping it's just a phase (I have a lot going on at work right now, and I know that's not helping either).
Hope it gets better for you!
August 2016 Mamas 
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Stinks they won't do both tests. We're here for you no matter what.
And you get an ultrasound at every appointment? Awesome!
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