♡ January Snowdrops 2019 ♡

[Jamers89]

I've got back pain too, and it is awful when I sleep. I've got pillows for days, and it still isn't helping

Also, is anyone else having terrible breast tenderness? I had it pretty bad in 1st trimester, and it is back now with a vengeance. It is enough to wake me from a dead sleep at night, and nothing helps. I just have to let it run its course. Plus the girls are getting huge, which isn't fun considering I was already a 42DD. I'm terrified I'm not going to be able to find a bra that fits after he gets here.

And we've picked our name: Jaxsin Lucas Beitzell. I absolutely love it!

 

[MollyMoon]

Mwel is that tie dyed? I love the dress!

How is everyone sleeping? Me not so good... I'm finally starting to get used to sleeping on my side(most of the time sometimes I wake up on my back) But now when I go to lay down I feel very short of breath. Next I find myself waking up with my last meal still bothering me no matter if I ate it 5 hours before bed or 1hr. And last few nights I been having bad mommy dreams...and sat. night was the worst one.

I get occasional back pain but nothing like that yet.. Knock on wood.

 

[gigglebox]

Nova the only thing that seems to help me is a heating pad. I hooe you can get some relief!

Kiwi you mist be somewhat close to me, we're in the path too but hopefully far enough inland we won't get hit too badly locally...although I expext we'll get a fair amount of flooding.

Breastfeeding was a failure last time for a few reasons...first, ds2 would pass out on my boob every time. No amount of poking him, prodding him, undressing him (per drs suggestion) would keep him up. So he never emptied me and i had to pump...well turned out my pump was a crappy insurance one (i got ir from a friend who never used it) that reportedly has low suction and bad milk pull. So between feeding him plus pumping I still wasn't gettibg it all out, and i presume my boobs stopped producing as much milk because they probably were "thinking" (as much as boobs could think) the demand wasn't there. My supply tanked, i had to supplement with formula, and eventually just switched to formula and has expressed what i could. I later got extra supply from a friend. Anyway I didn't find out about the faulty pump until months later when my SIL borrowed it to have an extra at work and she told me how horrible it was! Her store bought one at home was amazing in comparison. I started to do research and found a ton of women complaining about my pump.

ANYWAY, i had a better pump with ds1 (he refused to latch at all) and i was getting several ounces out in a pump, like 4-6, whereas this last time i never got more than 1.5 ounces...i just thought it was me. But i assumed I can make more because of the first time idk. We'll see. I absolutely hate pumping so i hope bf'ing works out this time.

Sorry for the wall of text!

 

[NovaStar]

BF was hard for me the first couple months. The first weeks were terrible. She would nurse for like an hour, on and off on and off...then get hungry an hour later. For weeks. I felt like she never got enough. Turns out she had reflux and stopped every couple of minutes because of that. She also spit up a lot. Some days I would nurse her for an hour and then she would spit it ALL back up. I felt so defeated. We supplemented with formula if that happened, otherwise she would miss a whole meal and she was already underweight. But luckily we managed to get past that stage. It was really hard though.

And yes to the breast tenderness! Ouchy. I’ll have moments where they are fine and then bam, sharp pain. Or aches or throbs. It reminds me that my body is doing something extraordinary...but still, does it have to hurt so much? Lol

 

[mwel8819]

Big sister took the news well and is super excited now! We are on our way back from the beach so I hope to be more present on here in the next few days.

Aww Kiwi, we’ve been watching that hurricane. Looks mean. I’m so sorry!

Molly- Not Dyed. We squirted water guns with paint at each other to reveal the gender. It was a ton of fun. I’ve tried posting video but it just doesn’t work. I may have to upload to YouTube and link it.

BF was awful on me and my hormones. It just did not work. Gabby had a lip tie that we found a year after all the issues and it explains everything but at the time I blamed it all on myself and was very depressed because of it.

 

[Kiwiberry]

Jamers89, my boobies are very sore too, especially when my little monkeys climb on them . They've also gotten a lot bigger, went from a B almost C cup to D. It's really crazy. Guess that means goid milk production to look forward to right Lol? Love the name for your little boy btw!!

MollyMoon, those vivid dreams can be so crazy right? Are you a FTM? That could be why you're having the mommy dreams. I know I was super nervous with my first. Don't worry, mommy instincts will kick in and your first is ALWAYS a learning experience. Even if you've taken care of other children.

gigglebox, I'm so sorry you had so much trouble breastfeeding before. What kind of pump were you using? I hope this time is going to be much more enjoyable for you. I know what you mean about pumping, I really hated it too I had to do it for 3 months while Riya was in the NICU. Same for Ava, just not as long. I'm in North Carolina, we are in the direct path of the hurricane but not as directed is eastern North Carolina. My best friend is in eastern North Carolina so I hope she's going to be okay. We are preparing with tons of water and food today, I also plan to fill up our bathtubs with water so we can flush the toilets in case the power goes out. We are also going to get some flashlights and batteries, if the power does go out at least I'll have a fun way to entertain the kids. I'm going to try and play Ghost under the blankets with the flashlights . I had my OBGYN Anatomy scan on Thursday and a deep cleaning at the dentist as well, so both of those are getting rescheduled today.

NovaStar, I understand that pain! Both of my girls had reflux really bad from being born premature. They were also both underweight but caught up around 2 years old. Both of them were attached to my boobs almost 24/7.

mwel8819, that's a really cute gender reveal idea especially for your daughter!! I'm sorry breastfeeding didn't work the first time and that your daughter had a lip tie, that must have really been tough. I'm hoping for the best with this hurricane...

 

[MissMarpleFan]

I’ve just had my anatomy scan — I was so nervous last night I couldn’t sleep a wink! Everything is looking great though.

 

[MissMarpleFan]

I learned today that Margot is a big baby for 20 weeks and I saw a short video of her face where she looks kind of like a little monster baby! The tech says they don't have much fat in their face at this point. The doctor also says she will induce me at 39 weeks.

So speaking of boob problems, I have ordered and returned about 7 different soft cup bras on the internet, looking for something that gives me some shape and doesn't kill me. Finding non-underwire bras in my size is near impossible, grrrrrrr!!

I found a brand I loved that unfortunately just didn't quite work for me as it wasn't quite up to size, but I'd recommend to all of you feeling sore. It's called True & Co. I'm pretty annoyed with them for some return shipping charges I incurred due to poor customer service over email, but it's such a nice bra I wanted to tell you anyway. It's really soft yet strong material, comfortable yet still (at least sort of) supportive. They're not cheap, but may be worth it to some. (I've given up hope on cheap bras in my condition ) https://trueandco.com/collections/true-body-bras-underwear

 

[gigglebox]

Kiwi i hope it doesn't hit too hard. Last i heard it may be downgraded before it hits so fx for that. Is your friend going to evacuate? We're up a state, they were calling for horrid flooding but since the path seems to be heading more south initially we are now just expecting some heavy rain and hopefully minimal flooding. Guess it still has time to change though...

Miss so glad your scan went well!!! Ahhh I'm so impatient, still so long until mine...sometimes i wish i could just have my own ultrasound machine at home lol

 

[NovaStar]

Hm...I made a post and now I don’t see it. If this posts twice, im sorry!

So went to a specialist today. Big news.

I have something called Vasa Previa instead of placenta previa. It’s where a bunch of blood vessels (relating to the placement of the cord) are directly over my cervix. So the issue is if I went into natural labor, if my cervix dilates at all, it will rupture the vessels causing the baby to bleed out. It’s pretty serious. They’re going to keep me closely monitored but they are recommending that I’m admitted to hospital at 32 weeks (Nov 19) and have a planned csection at 34 weeks (Dec 3). They cannot risk me going into early labor.

So my girl will be born in 2018...beginning of December. Can I please stay in this group?

The good news is that they did a full anatomy scan again today and baby girl is developing normally. She’s totally healthy and doing good. Just have to make sure I don’t go into labor.

 

[MissMarpleFan]

Woah, Nova, that's serious!

Obviously you can't leave the Snowdrops now. Do they expect baby to be small enough at the time that she will have to go to NICU?

 

[Kiwiberry]

MissMarpleFan, I'm glad baby girl is still doing okay even though she's a little plump for 20 weeks . Plumpy babies are the cutest . I'll definitely have to check that bra out in the future. I was buying mine from Victoria Secret.

gigglebox, my friend is not going to evacuate. I told her but she doesn't want to leave her kitties behind (who would?). We are definitely prepared for the most part for the worst of it. I'm just hoping it's going to be a lot of rain and we don't have to worry about the power going out. Even though with a lot of rain the power does go out sometimes.

NovaStar, I'm so sorry that's happening to you and your little baby hun . Of course you can stay in the group!! Are there any risks with Vasa Previa to go into premature labor? As far as being induced at 34 weeks both of my girls were born premature. Your baby will have to stay in the NICU for at least a week. It's not going to be easy seeing your little precious baby in the hospital and not being able to take them home. In fact I was devastated every single day and crying my eyes out. At least at 34 weeks you will be able to hold your baby for a couple of minutes before they take them to the NICU after they're born. When the time comes and if you ever need any advice I'll be here to help. I have a lot of experience with premature babies, seeing as both of my girls were born early. Again I'm really sorry that this is happening, I wouldn't wish it on anyone.

AFM: they drew my blood today for the thyroid test after my Makena shot. I made sure they were going to do the full test instead of just the TSH test. They only did the TSH test 2 years ago. I won't be getting my results before Friday because of the hurricane but I should get them early next week. My little baby is doing great and their heartbeat was 145. They've been using a Doppler every week. The nurse was pretty rude as well, the one that checked me in and gave me my Makena shot. I was expressing concerned about my weight gain because I gained 7 lb since last week and I've been on a low-carb diet with only drinking water. The worst things I've eaten were some pumpkin bread and some oatmeal. Outside of that I've been eating salad, chicken, omelettes, oranges, and apples. A couple times I did have those little mini bags of chips but only about three times. None of that is enough to cause me to gain 7 pounds in just one week . Anyway I was expressing my concerns to the nurse and she's just like "oh food is too good......." blaming it all on me without even listening to what I had to say. When I was finally transferred to my waiting room I started crying . I also ate some cake and ice cream for my daughter's birthday but even then that's not enough to gain 7 lb....

 

[NovaStar]

You know, it’s okay. Yes, baby girl will be a bit small because she’ll be 34 weeks but they don’t seem too concerned with that aspect. We’ll both be in the hospital a week after she’s born because of my csection. They do it early just as a precaution because they can’t risk me going into labor, not that they think I’ll go into early labor but this is apparently standard procedure for this kind of thing. TBH, all labor is unpredictable and things can happen at any time, but this is very predictable. I know exactly what’s going to happen and when. In a way, it’s nice to be able to prepare. Of course it’s different than expected but I’m glad baby girl is healthy and they have the ability to discover this early to prevent anything bad from happening. I trust my doctors to do what’s best. Also, my parents are both retired and are planning to come for the weeks I’ll be in the hospital and two months after she’s born. They’ll be a big help. They plan to rent an airBnB apartment. I’m glad I’ll have my baby for Christmas! That’s kinda cool.

 

[gigglebox]

Nova so sorry to hear of the update but YES, thank god they caught it and have a game plan! Awwww now time to shop for a premie or nb "baby's first Christmas" outfit

Kiwi forgot to answer your question but I was using an insurance grade madela pump (the one that is faulty). Evidently they are terrible but the store bought ones that are slightly different are good

 

[bbbbbbb811]

Sorry I have been absent. I've been reading through but so tired and busy to post, my LO started Pre School so I have been cracking on with the house(I moved in June, it was in a terrible decorative state with some weird and wonderful textures on the walls that are a nightmare to remove but have been doing it up by myself, just cosmetic. But aiming to get it done by November)

Mwel, super cute gender reveal and can imagine very fun for your little girl.

Sorry Kiwi about the weather warning. I hope you get minimal disruption and you get your TSH results and that are ok or can be managed fairly easily.

Wow Nova, big news, I bet a lot to take in but will they be giving you steroids etc to prepare baby for her early arrival? I hope it all goes as smoothly as possible and its great they found it and are on the ball with monitoring and early c section.

Gigglebox, I used an Ameda last time which I found amazing but have also heard wonderful things about the spectra s2 pump. I am very blessed I have successfully breastfed 2 of my children but not my first born as I haemorrhaged and my milk just dried up and never came back. I hope to breastfeed this one too, but you never know what will happen as every baby is different.

AFM, looks like I am team pink again! I really like the name Tayla, what do you all think? I also like Amber but less than Tayla.
I have been under close monitoring as I tested positive for Graves disease a couple weeks ago and my levels are all over the shop but are sorting themselves out with some medication adjustment.
I had my 20 week scan, and they couldn't see much at all. Baby was head down and tucked away but saw a heartbeat and apparently a chubby baby here too but have been booked in for a rescan in october so they can complete the checks.

I hope anyone I missed out is still doing well and babies are growing well. Crazy we are all 20weeks(Give or take) and a lot of us over half way!!!

 

[NovaStar]

Aww, bbbbbbb congrats on team pink! Tayla is adorable. I always say choose the name you love most.

And yup, they’ll be doing the steroid shots at about 28 weeks to help baby’s lungs develop a little faster. It gives me peace of mind knowing things like that exist. I’ll be going on bed rest in the hospital at 32 weeks. That’s right before Thanksgiving. We joke that we never have normal thanksgivings. Last year my husband had a terrible tooth infection and couldn’t eat at all. Just par for the course. Haha!

I’m definitely gonna need to get a good pump in case baby doesn’t want to breast feed right away. Any suggestions?

 

[Kiwiberry]

bbbbbbb811, congrats on team !!! I hope your next appointment goes well. Glad to hear baby is doing well. Sorry about Graves disease, and I really hope your levels even out for you.

NovaStar, you are going to need to pump. Sadly they're not going to let you attempt to breastfeed after the baby is born. The only pump I've ever used is the Medela Pump In Style advanced. It's not the one they give you with insurance, I think I bought mine at Buy Buy Baby. I've heard over the years that Spectra is a really good brand too.

 

[MissMarpleFan]

BBB, I'm here for you if you have any questions about living with Graves' Disease.

Are they recommending you have the radioactive iodine treatment after the baby is born? They push RAI as the only solution here (I had it) although I did try some medication first for a few months (tapazole) that apparently wasn't working to suppress the overactive Thyroid gland.

 

[MollyMoon]

Nova I hope and pray everything works out for you and baby.. and even though your baby will be born earlier it will still technically be the same age... we'd miss you too much if you went to another group! Is there any chance this condition could fix itself?

 

[NovaStar]

Nova I hope and pray everything works out for you and baby.. and even though your baby will be born earlier it will still technically be the same age... we'd miss you too much if you went to another group! Is there any chance this condition could fix itself?

Aww thanks for the kinda words! And unfortunately no, there’s no real chance that it would resolve on its own. Unlike placenta previa that has a chance of moving as the uterus grows, the blood vessel cluster actually becomes more rooted in its spot over time.