Babies due in JUNE!

[Ellie Bellie]

I'm struggling to find a black cocktail dress that I can wear as a participant in a friend's wedding in May (I'll be 34 weeks at the time). The only requirements according to the bride are that it be black and knee-length. The other bridesmaids are wearing their own choice in dresses, so we're not trying to match/coordinate much beyond the bride's guidelines. I'm okay with spending upwards of $200, since that's what I would have spent on a bridesmaid's dress to begin with. Any suggestions beyond A Pea In The Pod?

 

[lilmamatoW]

@Ellie, do you have any maternity boutiques around you? I find that the ones in my neighborhood sometimes have some options. Also, I actually think that bridal shops that carry bridesmaids dresses will have some options for you. When I got married, I got my bridesmaids dresses from Bella Bridesmaid and they had options for all sizes and shapes. I believe they have locations throughout the country. https://www.bellabridesmaid.com/#p=-1&a=-1&at=-1

AFM, feeling okay, but feet and hands starting to swell by the end of the day. By the end of my first pregnancy, the only shoes I could wear were flip flops! So, I am expecting, it, but it's still cold! So trying to make it work with a few pairs of comfy big shoes. Also, I've started carrying around a big bottle of TUMS to ward off the heartburn. Ugh, the other night, I woke up at 2:15 am because I was choking on my own stomach acid that had come back up...GROSS, I know.

We are going on our babymoon next week starting March 2 and taking our daughter with us (with the idea that her life will never be the same again after baby #2 is born). We're going to Disney in Orlando, and although we took her last year, I think that being closer to 3 than 2, will make a big difference in her appreciation of it. Kind of a bummer that I can't ride most rides, but it will be nice to get some time poolside and hanging out with my family of three.

Hope you're all feeling well...and that your babies are growing healthy and strong!

 

[StarSign]

Hi Gargoyle! Welcome to the club! How have you been feeling?

Thanks starsign for the stuffy nose tip! Luckily, i have been feeling a bit better, but will take your advice the next time i catch a cold (hopefully never!!). It is amazing how our body changes (more immune to sickness) now that we're pregnant, to keep us strong for baby.

Meanwhile, florida decided to have really great weather this week and i am enjoying the relaxation. Went to the hotel today to confirm the little details and everything seems in place (like 25 ppl, brunch). Now to find a lovely maternity dress.....

There's some really nice options on www.ebay.com which are new and don't cost an arm and a leg, https://www.babiesnbellies.com/catalog.htm?category=23 has a few cute options, and https://www.salebridaldresses.com/wedding-dresses/maternity-wedding-dresses.html looks really nice

Happy shopping..and keep enjoying FL for all of us.

 

[sadie]

I'm struggling to find a black cocktail dress that I can wear as a participant in a friend's wedding in May (I'll be 34 weeks at the time). The only requirements according to the bride are that it be black and knee-length. The other bridesmaids are wearing their own choice in dresses, so we're not trying to match/coordinate much beyond the bride's guidelines. I'm okay with spending upwards of $200, since that's what I would have spent on a bridesmaid's dress to begin with. Any suggestions beyond A Pea In The Pod?

I love the things at www.rosiepope.com
She also has a store in nyc, as well as a page on facebook wi great mom/baby advice!

 

[sadie]

^^in fact, i have my eye on the Grace dress, in cream, for my wedding... Casua, comfortable and pretty, imo.

 

[StarSign]

Nice dress site Sadie!!

 

[Rashaa]

waving hi to all the mommies been gone a while ...popping in to say hi, and hope all is well with everyone!

 

[StarSign]

waving hi to all the mommies been gone a while ...popping in to say hi, and hope all is well with everyone!

:wave: Rashaa. Nice to see you around

 

[StarSign]

Had my appointment today. All looks well. Baby's HR great and I feel good. My weight gain...must be more baby, because I don't show too much. However!! LOL, my pants are starting to 'fit' and thighs are rubbing together now at top...yay. I'm totally eating moderately, but since my first appint, I've gained 16lbs. So this puts me about 20lbs total. I'm going to make a conscious effort to make sure my snacks are a little better. But animal crackers are low in calories AND sugar...you can eat 12 for only 120calories. Eeh. Maybe it's the donuts next to the crackers causing probs.

o! and since I had such a bad reaction to the glucose test (which I'll take next visit again ), the dr. is allowing me to use an approved alternative- 28 brach's jelly beans. :d Can't wait for the test now...hee.

 

[shmoo75]

Hi sorry to join so late on but just found this thread I am 37 and pg with #2 My EDD is 13th June I have a DD who is 18mths and a little pickle

Hope everyone is good and the weather where ever you are is good

 

[sadie]

Hi sorry to join so late on but just found this thread I am 37 and pg with #2 My EDD is 13th June I have a DD who is 18mths and a little pickle

Hope everyone is good and the weather where ever you are is good

Hey Shmoo! Glad you found us! I always see you around the other sites, with our TTC friends, which is where I go often, to keep up!
i am due a day after you, according to O date, but last time they measured, I was moved to the 13th, as well, tho I am just sticking with the 14th.
How are you feeling? Whats going on in there?

 

[sadie]

the weekly photo pic~

 

[Bats11]

Gosh i havent been in here in ages!

I have been nesting, cleaning the house, throwing out things we dont need, anyone else nesting yet?

I was so excited got a glimpse of my baby last week at my ob's office, aww just cant wait to meet my baby girl!

Cute bump Sadie, im all belly aswell.

 

[lilmamatoW]

Cute bump, sadie!

I have urges to nest in spurts. Unfortunately, it's usually when I am by myself and I have to get things on high shelves or closets (I'm only 5'1", so it's a little cumbersome). Hope you're all doing well!

 

[Ellie Bellie]

DH "accused" me of nesting this morning. I explained that it was my usual spring cleaning efforts compounded by my finally following up on a bunch of stuff that he hasn't managed to do in the 5+ years we've been living in this house. He's definitely understanding and somewhat helpful, I just think he's afraid his stuff will all wind up on the curb!

 

[StarSign]

I'm in nest-mode, too. Started in DEC with getting shelving put into our storage units. Right now I just have the top shelf in my closet to straighten up more, but with DH's help got a bit of Spring-cleaning done before the Spring about a week ago

I'm motivated to work on names again. Will try to get something hashed out before taxes are due I plan to do shopping starting next month for the key items we need to stock up on (layette for boy, bassinet, etc.).

 

[sadie]

What exactly is nesting? I starting Packing up my clothing and crystal for my move to italy, but thats all. I guess that is nesting? I dont want to be overwhelmed when i'm huge!

Had a visit to the hospital todayto see how baby is growing since we disco ered the one artery on the umbilical cord. All is great. No longer breech, has long legs, wiggles and kicka A LOT (new nickname is kangaroo) and weighs about 1lb 10oz and is in the 52nd percentile. I return in 3 weeks, but also see my OB next monday.

All is great.

When does 3rd tri start? Sunshine is there now, i think. (99 days to go)

 

[deafgal]

those with bumps, does it look slightly flat when laying down? sometimes I feel like I have no bumps when laying down .I can still sleep on my tummy, too.

My family are prone to have small babies (my son was born 6 lbs 3 oz in his full term) so I am wondering if this child will be small too.

 

[sadie]

DG, mine flattens out a bit when I am on my back.

As for sleeping, I catch myself very often on my belly, but slightly angled with the keft leg up a bit.... It is comfortable for me and the baby doesnt seem to kick and complain. When i find myself there, i turn over.

Oh hey! My fibroid seems to have shrunk to half it's size. It was originally like 5cm x 5cm and now it was 3 x 2.... Will have my Ob confirm this next week.

Please yell at me and tell me to stop eating so much candy. I am sure it is not good for baby. I eat chocolate every day, but have such a sweet tooth (my entire life)....

And today one of my students from last year gave me some baby clothes from her sister's baby (i assume-didnt want to ask, but they seemed gently used and without tags!) plus she knitted me the cutest little hat and booties! Took her 3 months. So sweet, i wanted to cry. She said her granny taught her how to knit. How awesome is that??

 

[StarSign]

Sadie, our bumps are looking similar I am not a stomach sleeper, so none of that for me, but in the morning (after going to the bathroom all nite..lol), I wake up purty small. I still wear some 'regular' tops which have a high waist, but I'm more confident I can eat that day if I wear maternity tops. LOL.

3rd tri starts I think at 26 weeks? If so, then Sunshine is deffo there.

:wave: Shmoo and Bats