Clacko - I agree with others, it is really hard to tell. I don't see much, but I also know that when I tried to photograph my light lines I had a really hard time getting a pic that showed them. FMU tomorrow? FX for you!
Steph - Totally! Trust me, I get so frustrated with my body issues, and truth be told when I look at my body, I like it. That's what is so hard - I'm not super skinny but I'm totally okay with that until I start comparing myself to how small I used to be and then ugh.... But I'm taking it as an opportunity to face things because the LAST thing I want to do is bring a child into a family with a mom who unconsciously passes that stuff along. Rom coms.... yup, so annoying when the emphasis is put on being called beautiful as opposed to anything else!
Anyway, on to more important things - 1. I hope surgery goes well and 2. I am so keeping my FX for you! Eeekk! I love that you are feeling hopeful and am so hoping this is your month.
BirthdayBaby - you saying "boo urns" made me laugh so hard. DF says it all the time and for some reason I thought it was only him - I asked him today and he thought I was so weird! Very jealous of your beach days. I know you feel out, I'm keeping my FX crossed, but if this isn't your month than I'm keeping FX it is a month very soon.
Madeline - Sending lots of love your way for telling your mom! Regardless of knowing how she will react it is totally valid to have nerves over delivering such big news. I can't wait to see you post about how happy she is for you two!
I hear you about wanting to go from flat to bump, the "I just look fat" stage is what I am least looking forward to! As for insurance, DF and I talked about just going down to the courthouse privately and then having a celebration down the line - the only problem is if we do that, and we file jointly, his income will be considered for my student loan repayments, which could actually cost us more in the long run than paying for doctors/birth, etc. out of pocket.
So frustrating. Thank you for the info on your sister! I am going to ask DF to check in with his insurance about the preexisting condition conundrum.
As for your career choices - well first, might I say, congrats to your DH for the temp position working out!!!
The momentum that gives him is so huge. I am hoping this is leading him to the perfect position! I say Option 2 as well, only because it keeps you, DH and baby covered, it is steady income and you can always reevaluate when DH is in something more permanent. Your baby will need health insurance, so that would put less pressure on maintaining COBRA, etc. Having said that, only YOU know what is right for you and I have no doubt that things will come together for you and your family perfectly!
Lfrans - Ugh, trust me, I envy your system! Things are (IMHO) unnecessarily complicated in the states. And $10/day for good childcare? OMG sounds like heaven! Sounds like your doctor is helping you take the right precautions - are you feeling more comfortable and less anxious?
Lenka - I LOVE that you reread this thread! So many details that I'm sure we've all forgotten about. I totally forgot that Madeline waffled on wanting to try this month! Holy moly! I think I will do that as well when I get a chance.
AFM - My back has been hurting and my sciatic nerve especially, which makes me nervous because that happens before AF. Really praying I don't have a chemical pregnancy. I'm also very hungry and a bit nauseous....
Today I asked DF if he wanted to say hi to his baby... he leaned down and said to my belly, "Hi baby." Pause. "Well, you don't have ears yet, so I guess this will be a short conversation." Man, it got me. I couldn't stop laughing. That's about it lol - watching some standup and trying to relax!