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@Circusbee: your baby will look so cute by then! At that point in my last pregnancy I saw his little arms and legs move so fast. Looked like a gummy bear. Worth the wait!
@Mrs. Lion: congrats!
@Tidybee: I'm so so sorry.

I spilled the beans to my two best friends at work today. We were out to lunch and one said to me "I had a dream last night that you were pregnant!" So I just said "Well I am!" It felt good to tell someone, I had been so worried people wouldn't be excited!

@cmomma17: Yay! How exciting to tell some coworkers

How is everyone doing? I all of a sudden look about 12 weeks pregnant, but at just under 8 weeks it's definitely just due to bloat and too many carbs. Ugh. Heading out to the farmer's market now to try and make this week a healthier week.

@cmomma17: Glad people are excited for you!

@Kbee: I've been really lucky and felt pretty good this last week (just completely exhausted) but I haven't been feeling great today so I might not be as lucky this week.

We visited the in-laws this weekend, so we told DH's parents and then called his sister and brother. His parents didn't have much of a reaction, but I expected that so I wasn't too disappointed. I know they're happy for us deep down, they're just not the type to show it. Did anyone else make any announcements this weekend?

No real symptoms for me, which adds to my nervousness. I was never sick with my son, but I remember being completely exhausted. I'm a bit tired lately, but nothing too horrible. I might not even remember I'm pregnant, if it weren't for the spotting all day and bumped out belly by the evening.

@Keppa: @AnneBird: um is it insane that i am only 6 weeks and swear my belly is 2inches bigger than 3 weeks ago? Insane!

So i went in for an ultrasound last week at 5 weeks+4 and was measuring 5weeks+1 (probably more accurate since i ovulate late). I can go back for another either this tuesday or the following tuesday. If i go this week i will be at 6 weeks...should i hold out and wait for 7weeks or go ahead in at 6? I will have my dating ultrasound after 8 also....

@swedishfish: depends on the actual date of conception. Going by LMP it would be 6+4 but based on the size last week it would be 6+1

@Mrs. Lion: then you might want to wait. My RE said at my 6+2 scan that a twin could hide behind the other and I went back at 8+2 and he confirmed one baby.

@AnneBird: that's exciting that everyone was so happy for you! What a nice time to tell everyone

@Mrs. Lion: If you can hold out until next Tues that might be nice. Then you should definately be able to see the heart beat. If that matters at all

@swedishfish: I second ( third? ) the bump. It's little but it's there. My shorts are getting a little uncomfortable. We don't have a maternity store here, but we're going away for my sisters birthday to another place that does, I guess I should buy some. All my other ones are huge, I guess as I was wearing them when I was at the end of my pregnancy.
I was also thinking that I wont be able to sleep on my belly as long this tie So sad, I love sleeping on my belly

@mrs. tictactoe: yay for symptoms! But ick at the same time i hope you have fun camping!

I got on a scale this am and have gained 4 lbs in 2 weeks. What in the world??? Stupid carbs. No wonder i have a bump haha.

I'm also looking more pregnant than I should and almost none of my work wardrobe fits. I braved the scale this morning and am up just under 10 pounds, which is certainly too much for 9w5d. I'm hoping that my carb cravings dissipate soon (and that my ob doesn't lecture me too much next week).

I'm so glad others are having the same belly issues I am! None of my pants button anymore, but I can get by with the rubber band trick on a few pairs, so I'll be living in them as long as I can. My MIL has given me some flowy tops and some pants in larger sizes than I used to wear, and those have been lifesavers. I've been packing away too-small items and wondering if I'll ever fit into them again

We told my parents and sister & BIL this weekend. They are thrilled

Add me to the list of ladies who feel bloated, icky, and only want to eat carbs I'm very lucky I haven't actually gotten sick, but I do feel blah in general, especially if I let myself get too hungry or if I eat too much.

I have an appointment Monday morning at a new doctor's office (my old one that I used with LO #1 is closing ). I hope I like it! DH can't come with me.

@heartabandoned: I've also started going through my closet and trying to do my yearly "clean-out" and donate old clothes to goodwill (this is part of our effort to clean the house out before the baby comes). Except this time I've become so frustrated with the fact that I can wear SO LITTLE of it right now that I just want to get rid of it all. Maybe not the best idea, though?

Hi everyone I've been a bit quiet because life has been busy and this board moves fast! I'm excited for everyone's successful ultrasounds and we had ours last Saturday. We saw the little heart flickering away and the little guy (or girl!) was wiggling around like a little gummy bear! We were so thrilled and my daughter seemed as happy as a nearly two year of can be lol. My suspicions were also confirmed and I am about 5 days further along at 9 weeks 2 days today moving my due date up to 2/7. Anyone share this date?

Does anyone have a gut feeling about the sex? With DD I said from day one she was a girl and I was right! With this one I'm thinking boy....

@swedishfish: I'm pretty sure I ovulated later than what I was supposed to (which is why I'm pregnant, we weren't trying. Happy surprise!) The doctor asked when I thought we conceived and I said Memorial Day weekend since we were careful the week before, and he said that was right on track. But last period was May 5th, so I think that's why there was a big jump.

This board moves so quickly! Hope all you beautiful mommas are hanging in there. I love hearing about all the great appointments, though I have a hard time keeping up with them all. I was laying low since I was feeling so crappy, but with my first appointment today I have a bit more stamina

Everyone kept telling us "Congrats" at the Dr...finally I said to one of the nurses, "Everyone keeps saying that, but a medical professional has YET to confirm it. Everyone is just trusting this STICK I PEED on!" Needless to say, it was a sweet and beautiful moment when that little baby popped up on the screen, wiggling around like crazy. As a FTM, I was shocked how much the real-time picture looked like an actual baby, and not like an alien (like all the ultrasound pictures I have ever seen!). Now to just research the shit out of all things baby related for the next 6 weeks until the next appointment...

Love and luck to all of you pretty mommas!

@Keppa: You're in my thoughts and prayers. Good luck tomorrow.

@Mrs. Coral: The same thing is happening to me with carbs. I eat too much of one in a period of just a few days and then never want it again...oops. And hooray for the good ultrasound

@swedishfish: Glad your appointment went well! Yay for good updates!

@autumn865: Hooray for your good appointment too! I do feel like I have a gut feeling that it's a boy. Who knows, it's just my suspicion I've got a long wait til I find out though!

@Keppa: Good luck at your appointment tomorrow.

@Keppa: Good luck!! I know all to well how difficult it is to live in limbo and have no idea what is going on with your own body. I hope you get answers (and that it's a really good one!)
Ladies who have nausea -- preggie pops! Have you not discovered these? While i was lucky to not have nausea with 2/3 pregnancies, the one that I did only preggie pops would help. I've also given them to a number of friends who were experiencing bad nausea, and they said they really helped.