★ October & November 2020 Hedgehogs ★

[Fern81]

I just realized we have 3 scans in a row next week... @Joannaxoxo Tuesday, @Pineberry Wednesday and me Thursday

Joanna Pineberry mentioned a while ago that she found her baby’s heartbeat with shell babybeats (if I remember correctly?) that’s why I downloaded the app. Like I said I can hear my own heartbeat well with it. But not my baby’s. Maybe when he gets bigger and in positions where he turns away from the placenta? Will see.

My son is also being so cute about the baby. He loves my biology textbooks and frequently asks to see the sketches of a baby in a womb. He talks to his brother by speaking into my bellybutton haha! I wonder how he will be once baby arrives. I hope he’s not too jealous.

 

[Pineberry]

Joanna Pineberry mentioned a while ago that she found her baby’s heartbeat with shell babybeats (if I remember correctly?) that’s why I downloaded the app. Like I said I can hear my own heartbeat well with it. But not my baby’s. Maybe when he gets bigger and in positions where he turns away from the placenta? Will see.

I’m not sure about how accurate the app is anymore (which is why I ended up ordering a real doppler), I thought it was legit first but then I realized I was only able to hear what sounded like bub’s heartbeat if my phone case was on as soon as I took the case off (which the instructions say to do) I couldn’t make out any heartbeat at all.

Also, I then tested it on SO’s belly and the same fast rhythm occured (what I thought was babe’s heartbeat when I used it on me), LOL. So not 100% sure tbh! Getting a real doppler was the best decision for sure

I hope all you ladies are doing wonderfully!

20 weeks today!!!

 

[Fitz2020]

Cute bump @Pineberry
Lovely to read back on all messages.
I had a scan on Thursday. I was 18 + 2 but baby measuring 19+6!!!! I always measured small on last pregnancy so this is surprising especially with my Crohn’s. Baby is like a little acrobat in there! We’re team green so not finding out again!

 

[wantingagirl]

ladies just wanted to check in on all of you, miss you!

 

[AzureOrchid]

Awww what a cute bump Pineberry and great ultrasound pics Fitz!!

That's also absolutely adorable how some of your little ones are all excited for the baby to come! Hope they keep feeling that way once the baby comes

I don't want to rain on any parade but I'm hesitant on those apps. They remind me of those x-ray ones that are out there and phones definitely cannot perform x-rays. Not sure how a phone could possibly hear the heartbeat without the proper doppler technology to do so. They do sound fun, though!

As for gender reveal plans... I'm currently thinking we might do a gender reveal cake. Hopefully by mid to late June we can have a small family gathering but, if not, I may still do a cake and share virtually. I mostly just want to bake and eat some cake now that my appetite is picking back up lol

 

[jellybeanxx]

Azure I agree about the apps. I’m very skeptical of them too! I look forward to seeing what cake you bake. I reckon if you’re going to do your reveal like that, then you should definitely get lots of cake practise in between now and then

Pine lovely looking bump!

Fitz glad the scan went well and those are some lovely scan photos! Looks like baby is doing some impressive yoga moves.

wantingagirl how’s it going?

Is anyone else getting lots of skin related issues? I’ve had two rashes, both gone now. First time it was loads of red spots over my bump. Didn’t feel uncomfortable and went within a couple of days. My husband reckons it was heat rash. Then a few nights ago I couldn’t sleep at all because I had a really itchy rash on my right foot. It’s gone now! I’m also getting lots of freckles and brown patches. I’m getting sunburnt really easily too no matter how careful I am. It was cloudy and not very warm yesterday. I was outside for a walk for maybe an hour and my chest was burnt! I had to sleep with an ice pack as it was so prickly. I’m quite pale anyway but this is extreme even for me. I had sunscreen on! I think I’m just going to have to keep covered or indoors for the rest of summer!
Managed to develop a ringing in my ear today as well. My body is doing some crazy stuff

 

[Fern81]

Quick update- had to go to er this morning for severe heart palpitations and abdominal pain brought on by emotional trauma (husband) baby is ok but my heart is not. Even with meds my heart rate is still 103. They were very worried about my stress levels, I couldn’t breathe so was allowed to take my mask off. On bed rest for 2 days and back to dr tomorrow, have to see my psychiatrist to hear if she can subscribe meds for the psychiatric damage. At least baby looks ok. Will see more on Thursday at my scan
Husband didn’t ask/doesn’t know what is wrong and why I went to er (my gp told me to go straight there) and he hasn’t asked whether baby or I’m ok. So it’s nice to tell some virtual friends about the incident as I don’t want to stress out my mother. Thanks for reading x

 

[co_fostermom]

Fern! Big hugs. I'm so sorry you had to deal with that! Really. Please do what you need to do to take care of yourself. And if you need to call your mom for a safe place to stay, I'm sure she can handle the stress, which can't compare to what you just went through.

 

[co_fostermom]

Joanna I have TinyBeats and it has excellent reviews. It was more expensive as far as apps go, but I tested it on my dresser and no sounds whatsoever. You have to use it somewhere pretty quiet though and make sure a) the case is off - it doesn't work with the case on and b) the sound is turned all the way up. That being said, I imagine an actual doppler is WAY more accurate and reliable, but I haven't had much trouble with this app, and when my OB used the doppler on me at 12 weeks it sounded really similar to what I've been hearing. Also, the pulse/ beat has slowed down a bit in the last few days, so that tells me that it's real.

 

[Flueky88]

Pine lovely bump!

Fitz wonderful scan pics!

Fern, I really think you should reach out to your mom and get away from your husband. Did you get to talk to a social worker about your situation? I'm sorry you are going through this right now.

 

[jellybeanxx]

Fern I’m sorry this is happening to you, I’m glad you’ve been able to get medical help. I hope you can get a plan in place to get yourself and your son somewhere safe. Sending you lots of love and best wishes.

 

[Fern81]

Good luck with your scan today Joanna, I hope they have some answers regarding baby’s movements!

Thanks ladies I actually have loads to get off my chest but am talking to a lawyer now so will just be keeping it to myself. Also, I’ve been trying not to talk about him and bring the joy that we have on here, down. It’s tough enough that we’re in the middle of a pandemic!

 

[Flueky88]

Joanna can't wait to see your scan pics!

Fern glad you are getting things sorted. I hope you will be able to enjoy the rest of your pregnancy soon.


Anyone else getting headaches? I forgot how bad they could get 2nd tri. I had one last night and it is still here this morning.

 

[jellybeanxx]

Fern I totally get not wanting to say anything as you’re talking to a lawyer. I hope that goes well and that they can help you! Please don’t ever worry about bringing things down though. We’re all here to support you.

Flueky I have had a couple of migraines and it’s not something I’d normally get! I’ve also had some mild headaches too. I’m not sure if mine have been because I’m struggling to drink enough water still? Hope yours feels better soon!

 

[Pineberry]

Fern, so sorry you had to go to the ER. But I am so relieved you are taking steps to get away from that man. Hope you stay safe and am sending you lots of hugs.

@wantingagirl Hey love! hope you & baby are doing super well!

@Flueky88 I get headaches every couple of days :/ I find they go away when I massage the sides of my forehead, as well as front of my forehead and under my eyes.

@Fitz2020 Aww such a cute bubba and great scan pics!! Glad your ultrasound went well! Had to laugh at the position your bub is in on the first pic. Thats some impressive yoga indeed

Anatomy scan tomorrow evening. Ahhh! So excited!!

 

[Joannaxoxo]

Hi All, hope you all had a nice weekend. Here in Canada we had Victoria Day holiday on Monday, so just had a nice long 3-day weekend and the weather was beautiful and warm... so happy summer is on it's way

Today I just had my normal doctor appointment, but got to hear baby's lovely heart beat! My doctor is not too worried about not feeling movement just yet, we will find out more about baby and the anterior placenta at my scan (which should be anytime in the next 2 weeks but don't have an appointment yet). My doctor also said I might end up having another c-section based on the anterior placenta... I was hoping for a VBAC but I guess we will have to wait and see how things progress. Those of you who've had an anterior placenta did you get to have vaginal deliveries?

Pineberry - cute bump! Can't wait to hear how your ultrasound goes tomorrow.

Fitz - lovely scan photos! Go team Yellow/Green. We were team yellow/green for our second pregnancy but I won't be doing that again this time. There is definitely a lovely surprise at the end though.

Fern - sorry about your trip to the ER and glad you've got a lawyer to help you out. Never feel like you can't bring up this stuff with us, we are here to offer what advise we can and support you... no matter what we all go through.

Foster - I'll check out TinyBeats, thanks for the suggestion.

Flueky - I get the occasional headache, they always last about 2 days and come on lightly but eventually build to the point where I have to take something (never get to a migraine stage). I get these odd 2-day headaches about once a month it seems... can't say I had these with my last pregnancies, or maybe I've forgotten about them.

 

[co_fostermom]

Fitz - CUTE baby!!!!! Can't wait to see my little bugger again.

Pine - LOVE your bump photos. I feel like I'm not really showing yet. I mean, I can take pictures of myself where I can see it, but if I go out in public I'm pretty sure everyone would just assume I'm fat lol. Can't wait to be out of this stage.

Fern - please don't ever feel like you are bringing down the joy. This is a supportive group of really neat ladies! And what you're going through is NOT your fault. Totally get why you can't share too much detail, but don't feel bad or worry about us when you're hurting.

Flueky - so for whatever reason I thought headaches were supposed to be a thing of the 1st tri and I didn't struggle with them, which was a relief because I tend to get headaches more often than the average person when I'm not pregnant. That being said, yes, pretty much as soon as the 2nd tri hit, I started getting headaches. I hadn't needed to take any Tylenol at all this pregnancy (something I was probably a bit smug about), until last week, when I had a headache from hell. I gave in and took Tylenol. I would have preferred Advil but that's a NSAID which is a big no no, so I settled for next best safe thing. Sorry you're dealing with that! But you're not alone.

 

[jellybeanxx]

Joanna I’ve had vaginal deliveries with both of mine and the first was an anterior placenta. I’ve never heard of that as a reason for a c-section? Only if the placenta is covering the cervix. I’ve got an anterior placenta again this time too.

Pine best of luck with your scan tomorrow! Hope all goes well!

We’re forecast a really hot day tomorrow. I’m going to cover myself in sunscreen and stay in the shade as much as possible but I’m so nervous about rashes and burns again!

 

[Joannaxoxo]

Jelly - I've tried googling/YouTubing vaginal deliveries with anterior placenta and not much comes up... so I'm also assuming it's not really an issue. However, I wonder if it might have to do with the fact that I had a c-section for my last birth (breech baby), and if placenta covers the scar there could be other risks involved. I also think my doctor is a bit 'old-school' in her practices, she doesn't deliver babies anymore... so once I hit 30 weeks I'll start seeing the doctor who will be delivering me and I trust her more as she delivered both my other children.

Also, as for skin sensitivities.. I am a red-head so I just assumed my two small sunburns this month were due to not being careful enough. But now I'm wondering if I'm even more sensitive to sunburns then usual? I got a little pink last weekend sitting in the shade!

Foster - I never took any medication (even Tylenol) in my last 2 pregnancies... but to be fair I didn't know I could take anything. However, this pregnancy I've taken Tylenol 2-3 times for bad headaches.

 

[co_fostermom]

Jelly and Joanna - pregnancy is supposed to make your skin more susceptible to sunburning. Something to do with the heightened hormones. Also, clouds act as a magnifying glass for the sun, so if it's fully cloudy but the clouds aren't thick (like storm clouds), then you will burn twice as fast (not pregnant) as you would on a totally sunny day. So being pregnant would make burning even more likely.


So, is anyone else thinking that this elusive 2nd trimester energy burst is a myth? I fell asleep reading yesterday. I also am concerned about my weight gain. I want to keep my total weight gain for this whole nine months 20-30 lbs only because I started overweight, but I will gain and drop weight drastically. For instance, I gained a surprising 3lbs over the weekend but then lost 4lbs two days later. So basically, I'm maintaining, but this can't be healthy. Also going to ask my doctor about proper nutrition because I know for a fact I am not eating enough. Still have those 1st trimester food aversions (some days) where I don't want to eat anything, and then of course I'm ravenous and dizzy from low blood sugar the next day. This can't be normal, right? I didn't struggle with severe morning sickness in 1st trimester, so I don't understand why it would almost be worse in month 5. Maybe my iron is low?