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Location: suburb of Philly

EDD: 8/9/17

First child? Yep!

Any symptoms? Sore boobs, sensitive nipples, lower backache, and I feel like I'm more sensitive to smells.

Who have you told? My husband and my dad. I work with my dad and he was randomly asking about us starting a family and kept going on and on and I couldn't keep it in any longer, so I just blurted out "I'm pregnant!" It was pretty cool, I caught him way off guard. I will probably tell my mom tonight and my in-laws as well.

Current thoughts/feelings/fears? Today I'm going in for my second blood draw so I'm just hoping that my numbers go up!!

Location: outside of Detroit, Mi

EDD: August 11

First child? Second

Any symptoms? Nausea, slightly heightened sense of smell, weepy and way decreased appetite

Who have you told? My husband- who was of course out of town for the week which made that trickier, my best friend and my husband's co-worker/friend (well, he told him, not me)

Current thoughts/feelings/fears? My last pregnancy ended in miscarriage so that it weighing on me, this feels like the first step but like we still have more tests to pass if that makes sense. I'm really excited though-last time I was super anxious about getting hyperemesis again and about rocking the boat with my daughter. This time i feel ready to take those things on and like it will be fine either way.

I made an appointment for 6+3 and we'll have an ultrasound that day. I really wanted one before Christmas since we will be traveling and if I'm sick like last time it will be impossible to keep a secret.

Location: NYC

EDD: 8/10/17

First child? Yes!

Any symptoms? Mild to severe cramping, moderately sore boobs, very sensitive nipples, hungry growling stomach constantly!

Who have you told? Just DH knows right now. Last month I had a BFP for two days and then got my period, so we're feeling a little on edge. Planning to tell his parent's tomorrow night, some close friends, and my parents this weekend.

Current thoughts/feelings/fears? Can't wait for the results of my blood test to see if everything is as it should be. I really want a good result, or a really dark line on my pee sticks to reassure me! Does anyone know when I could get a dark result on an FRER? Would a light line on a wondfo be darker on an FRER? I'm 14DPO today.

Eeek, I can't believe there's an August board already! Congrats from an Aug. 2016er. So happy for you guys, it's a great month

@Mrs. Blush: I was debating when to take a digital the other day and found this http://www.countdowntopregnancy.com/pregnancy-test/pregnancy-tests-urine-sample.php

I'd always gotten better results in the afternoon, so it's good to know I'm not crazy!

I have my 2nd beta tomorrow, then I'll be more optimistic about joining. But for now I have a healthy pregnancy!

Location: west coast

EDD: 8/7

First child? 2nd

Any symptoms? super sore nipples, feeling tired, mild cravings (give me all the salt), lower back pain, very mild cramping and bloating.

Who have you told? My partner, our 2 year old who has already forgotten, and a couple of friends.

Current thoughts/feelings/fears? I've miscarried before, so I'm doing the same ol' thing where I'm afraid I'll see blood every time I go to the bathroom. I'm analyzing every twinge. I thought I'd be more relaxed or distracted this time. I'll feel better once we get the result from the betas. I'm working on scheduling my dating scan the week after Christmas.

Congrats from an Aug 2015 mama!!!

@Mrs. Blush: awesome!!!!!!! Congrats again, Blush!

I told my parents today!!! I just went over to their house to talk. They were so excited. It was such a special afternoon!

@Mrs. Blush: beautiful line! They definitely pop more on those.
@MrsD2442: that's exciting, they must be thrilled! Is it the first grandchild?
@peachykeen: my daughter is just behind yours with an August birthday. I actually wound up taking her about my miscarriage because I couldn't figure out what else to do since I kept randomly crying and she was thinking it was because of her. I am pretty sure she thought I was crying about a baby doll but it was better than her thinking it was because of her. I'm not sure when I'll tell her about this pregnancy but my best friend is expecting and our kids are together all the time so I think she just kind of sees it as normal? I kind of mentioned it yesterday but she misunderstood and told me she was too big to fit in my belly now.

@Mrs. Blush: I was so nervous too. In fact, as I was pulling in the driveway I started shaking a little. But they're thrilled! I'm so excited to have their support.
@Cole: yep! First grandchild, so that's super exciting.

Update on my blood draw!!! Got my levels back from yesterday's test! 204!!!!! Up from 57 on Monday. So so so happy. Getting another blood draw tomorrow.

Bloodwork back and hCG at 94 at 3wks 6 days. Woohoo!

@mrsd2442: Have you just been asking to go back again for more blood draws? I got my bloodwork done with my primary care provider and they just called with the results, but didn't mention a follow up... My first OB appointment isn't until 12/23.

@Mrs. Blush: I don't think betas are standard at most practices but everyone I know who has had them done has them done in a series of 2-3 so they can see doubling time. If you're not concerned though it isn't really necessary from a medical perspective. Personally, I'm going with peeing on all the sticks and over analyzing the line darkness like a crazy person .

@littlejoy: so good to see you today. Yay for a party of 4!

@Cole: Thank you! I know it's just a snapshot, but seeing those numbers rise made me feel a lot better.

@Mrs. Blush: I'm glad you're going in for more blood tests to ease your mind! And I'm so so happy that telling your parents went well! We also told some close friends yesterday and we are going to lunch with DHs family to announce to everyone! I am still waking up every day thinking to myself 'I can't believe this is real!'

@littlejoy: congrats & welcome!

We're planning to wait until Christmas or later to tell family. I have my first appointment this coming Friday - hoping to schedule our dating ultrasound for 12/23 so I can celebrate the holidays without as much worry (we lost our last pregnancy at 7.5 weeks and the 23rd will be 7 weeks exactly). I do feel a little more confident about this pregnancy, but I'll feel better once I see a heartbeat!

What the what!? Already 2017 August bumpers!!?

Congrats from an August '16 Mama! I can't believe it's been a year since my BFP!

@Petitduck: Welcome and congrats! I have very few symptoms as well. Mainly random cramping and smell aversions. I know in a few weeks we'll probably regret not enjoying the easy days...

@Petitduck: Welcome, congratulations!

Who is thinking about telling at Christmas or other family gatherings soon? I'll only be 7 weeks so I'd really rather not but it's the only time we will see our parents and siblings until late spring otherwise. With my daughter morning sickness came on strong starting right at 6 weeks so I'm guessing it will be hard to hide too. I do have an ultrasound scheduled for before we leave at 6+3 so hopefully we'll see the heartbeat and things will look good. Any suggestions on how to tell?