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@peachykeen: Things are going fine! Contractions haven't been an issue since the one episode, just a normal number and nothing to worry about. I still don't know what was up with that time. They have gotten a little more uncomfortable to move during in the last few days. I'm going to ask the midwife tomorrow at my appointment, but I suspect it's just normal for getting bigger. The Zoloft is helping, and we just upped the dosage a little so I'm really optimistic this is a good solution for me. I have my GD screening tomorrow, which I pretty much anticipate failing since I had GD the last two pregnancies. Other than that there's nothing much to report. Just planning the kidlett's second birthday and celebrating every week this little guy stays put!

Has anyone looked into pumps yet? I can get another one through my insurance since it's been more than 3 years. I'm looking at getting another Medela, since that's what I have from last time, so I have all the parts. I haven't taken my old one down to see what the last 3 years of sitting has done to it. I can do a freestyle or another PISA (I'd get a different type of bag like the messenger bag, I think).

@Torchwood: glad to see your update!

Reading all these updates, I guess i should expect the tdap at my appointment next week.

@pmerr: I got the Spectra on recommendation from various sources, although I've heard about the issue with parts being harder to get. Hoping like @littlejoy: said I can hack it to work with medela stuff. I have a bunch of ameda/medela bottles from last time, and assuming ill get sets of flanges for one or both the PISA I have and the Spectra. I like to leave one pump at work and keep one pump home, so I plan to use the more effective one at work.

I was going to see what mine is like. I work outside the home, so I'd definitely be bringing something with me everyday. Last time I EPed, but I don't know what I'll be doing this time. We'll see what baby does. It would be at least nice to have a backup, even if it isn't the greatest, just in case.

@peachykeen: Thank you!!

@peachykeen: Ohhh now I will have to consider this!

Felt cute today and had a scare that required a follow up ultrasound after a routine appointment this morning but all is well. Liam is measuring at 3.5 lbs and his brain and organs are still all in the right spots! Also his head is measuring like a week and a half ahead of schedule so they intend to keep an eye on it somehow. I passed the glucose and he is head down. To celebrate the end of a dramatic morning I got myself a Blizzard...cheers ladies!!

28 weeks today! Hello third trimester.

I had my 28 week appointment yesterday. I'm up 15 pounds so far. I got the Rhogam shot and a prescription for the Tdap. I'll go get that sometime next week. I asked my OB at what point would she schedule a c section due to my placenta previa and she told me to not even worry about it since it's moving and is really close to being out of the way. I think baby girl changes positions frequently because the shape of my bump changes every day. My belly button has definitely popped. DD likes to poke it.

We have a name picked out and I'm about to order some monogrammed stuff, so no going back! I'm not having a shower or sprinkle. I don't need much and my mom and MIL have already bought the majority of the things on my very small list. Right now I'm hunting for a good deal on the double stroller we picked out.

@pmerr: I'm not going to get a new pump. I have an ameda and it still works fine. I pumped and donated another mom last time and when my supply dropped because DD was nearing one she rented a hospital grade Medela for me. That thing was amazing. Huge, but amazing.

I also ordered and received my pump. SpectraS2 otherwise I still haven't done much of anything to prepare in any fashion...I need to get rolling on SOMETHING!

@sunset840: @Mrs. Pickle: You both look great! And matching! I'll join the coral parade (though you can barely see my shorts) - 30 weeks here.

Saw both MFM and OB today - everything is looking good. Baby is head down (finally - I really think she just flipped last night) and 3.5 lbs. Doctor said I could potentially go to 37-38 weeks if I don't develop any other symptoms, so that's encouraging. They'll draw more labs on Monday but I'm feeling pretty good about it. Still on modified bed rest, but I guess it's doing its job.

I'm with @sunset840: and need to get moving on things! I think we're settled on a name and I went through the tub of old baby clothes. I've scheduled maternity/newborn photo shoots and placenta encapsulation. Sounds productive but I feel like so much more needs done. One more out of town trip to a wedding shower and then I'll get down to business. I go every two weeks for appts now and assume I passed the glucose test since no one called. Bump at 28 weeks and still feeling great most days.

Passed my gd test, and my cbc is all good, no anemia. No more bloodwork until delivery! Baby is measuring a tad small, but still healthy. As my first was only just over 6lbs, they aren't worried, but we will be careful to measure moving forward.

I sold most of my daughter's girly items today. We kept all pajamas, as well as gender neutral stuff, and we have it all organized. It's ready for a fresh wash in another month, then that's set. I start my mspi diet July 10. I need to schedule newborn photos/dd's 2 year photos. oh, and maybe at least take a mirror selfie of my pregnant belly this time! Can't believe I'm only 9 weeks out. Single digits!

@MommySLP: I am choosing to do it on my own. It doesn't hurt at all, and since DD got symptoms at 4 weeks old, I feel like better safe than sorry, since it's a 70% recurrence according to some studies. I will do a "baked butter" trial at 3 months old, since that's when DD outgrew hers. Her symptoms were terrible rash and green stool with mucous and blood. But she outgrew it quickly, so little dude will hopefully either not have it and I won't even know, or also be done by 3 months.

By starting 4 weeks before delivery, I'm ensuring that all dairy and soy is out of my system before I start milk production.

We are all getting so close now! I'm 29 weeks and some odd days, (I'm definitely not keeping track as closely this time! Oops!) I have been having horrible lower back pain the last 2 days, but other than that it's pretty easy going. I had my 28 weeks appt, and I don't start my every other week appts until 32 weeks since I'm low risk.

@pmerr: Thank goodness for the apps! I rely on mine too! Toddlers just keep you too busy! I think that's why for me this pregnancy is just flying by!

so an update from my eventful appointment last week (6/1/17) was they thought I was measuring small, not a ton of weight gain and suspected low fluids. I had the ultrasound that day. Tech said everything was good. Doctor had a three minute follow up with me that everything was good. Flash to today, unexpected call that the doctor more closely reviewed the Ultrasound and I am on the cusp on low fluid levels. Have to go in on Friday to ensure the fluid levels aren't trending downward. Not really sure of what it would mean if they were...does anyone have experience/knowledge with this?

Checking in for the week!

Little dude is finally head down as we approach 30 weeks, yay!

Gearing up for potty training on DD in 2 weeks. Lots of books and discussion right now. We are going to do Oh Crap method, to the letter, and not give up. She is ready, and we have a full week blocked off without needing to leave the house. She will be 23 months.

What are you ladies up to? Who has appointments this week? We are getting to single digits for weeks left!

I'll be 30 weeks on Friday! Yay! 75% done.

I see the OB on Friday and the MFM next Thursday. Maybe I'll finally get all cleared for a vaginal delivery. I'm taking a "what will be will be" approach to the birth. If my placenta doesn't move and if this baby doesn't stop flipping between breech and transverse then I'll have a c section, and that will be ok.

We are going to Chicago this weekend to meet DD's donor family. I'm really excited and nervous. I'm sure it will be an emotional weekend.

DD starts her summer session at preschool tomorrow. She's been off for a month and it's been a little challenging juggling the different childcare options I have on my work days. I've been debating potty training because she will not leave her diaper on once it gets dirty. She's only 20 months old though and not very verbal. She just feels too young. We've been sitting her on the potty twice a day so she gets used to it.

After this weekend life will calm down a bit and I'll be able to get ready for the new baby. We did order our double stroller. DH found a good deal on eBay for a new in box stroller from a small baby store.

Also DH finally started on the nursery last week and has made awesome progress. I've had it mostly planned out for a few months and we even bought the paint several months ago - just haven't had time to actually do it. I'll have to take some pics once the last few elements go in. Definitely has me feeling a little less stressed and ready for whatever happens!