*** December Snowflakes 2012 *** 158 Snowflakes - 36 born so far!

[LemonTea]

Nixilix: I just saw your updated post. I am so sorry. Take care of yourself – we’ll be thinking about you.


LvMyHsbnd: I haven’t bought anything (and probably won’t for quite a while), but I did start working on a list of things I’d like to have for the baby. It’s been a LOT of fun so far. I used to be really big into researching things about cloth diapers, and I dug up my old spreadsheet last week. I never let myself look into anything else though (like cribs, strollers, etc.), so now I have a new spreadsheet for all that stuff. Fun way to pass the time!


Jadie: I am so sorry to read your update. That is heartbreaking – my thoughts are with you. Take care.


MrsBunny: I think if you have a chance to get an early scan, it’s worth it, just for peace of mind. I had my first scan last week at exactly 5 weeks by the fertility specialist. Not a whole lot to see at that point though, but everything looked normal for that stage – we could clearly see the sac with a yolk inside, and we go back next week to check for a heart beat (I’ll then be 7 weeks exactly). Maybe try to wait at least until 6 weeks to possibly see a heart beat (I think a heartbeat is more definitely at 7 or 8 like 2016 said).


2016: Can you tell me about using a doppler? What kind did you have, and what was the earliest point that you can remember being able to hear something? I’m thinking about getting one, but don’t know the first thing about them really. Also your scan looks great!



AFM: Six weeks tomorrow! Still don’t know that I FEEL pregnant, but I’m feeling more and more like this is definitely it, and that we are definitely going to have a little kiddo in about eight more months! But at the same time, I don't want to get too confident and possibly jinx things. No one told me how slow the first few weeks can be, especially if you don’t feel all that different. So I started working on the list of things I’d like to get for the baby. It’s been a fun way to pass the time so far!



As far as symptoms go: the bloating has gone down quite a bit (I can button my pants again!) but the boob soreness is back with a vengeance today. Also, I’ve been breaking out a little bit on my face – I haven’t had problems with acne since high school (or right before AF is due when I wasn’t on birth control) so it’s a bit of a pain…

 

[Blu_Butterfly]

Yaye! Our first snowflake scan! Glad your scan went well hun.

AFM.. I was able to combat the ms with ginger ale and crackers bit then I had the WORST case of bloating and gas. So much pressure and it hurt. My stomach felt like it was in knots. It would go away and come back a few minutes lateri went to bathroom a few times but it didn't help. I ended up leaving work and going by the pharmacy. I'm taking a gas relief chewable that helped a little but not much. Anyone else experience this?

 

[ttc_lolly]

Blu is it just gas or are you not having much movement down 'there' either?

 

[Honey.Bee]

Woo hoo 2016! Loving the first snowflake scan. Thanks for the links too - will take a peek when I get to work tomorrow x

 

[LemonTea]

So, is anyone blogging or keeping up with a pregnancy journal? Care to share links?

 

[ttc_lolly]

My journal is in my siggy but be aware it is mainly just me chatting general crap there are some pregnancy things thrown in there too though for good measure

 

[Blu_Butterfly]

Blu is it just gas or are you noive actually t having much movement down 'there' either?

I've actually had two movements earlier today and it didn't help

 

[ttc_lolly]

Ahhh right. I've been going regularly to and it's not helping much either. I've just had a read up on Babycentre, and here's what it suggests;

What can I do to get relief from wind?


If you do have wind or bloating shortly after eating a particular food, you may want to reduce how much you eat of it. However, if certain vegetables give you wind or bloating, don't cut them out altogether. Vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet.

Instead, try varying what you eat. You make find, for example, one portion of fruit and four of vegetables works best for you. Try different combinations until you find the one that suits you best.

You may also want to cut out very fatty or fried foods. Fatty foods don't cause wind, but they can make you feel more bloated because they slow digestion.

You can also help to ease your wind and bloating by doing the following:
•Eat several small meals throughout the day, instead of two or three large meals.

•Take your time eating, don't gulp your food (and air) down, and chew thoroughly. This will help your body to digest your food.

•Sit up while you're eating or drinking, even if it's just a small snack, so that your stomach isn't squashed while you digest your food.

•Wear loose, comfortable clothing so there isn't any tightness around your waist and tummy.

•Take some exercise. Even a brisk walk can help your sluggish digestive tract.

•Don't smoke or chew gum, as both make you produce more saliva, which means more swallowing. It's best to stop smoking during pregnancy anyway, as it's harmful to your baby.

Source: https://www.babycentre.co.uk/pregnancy/antenatalhealth/physicalhealth/windandbloating/#8

Think I'll try a few of those

 

[Lisaloo82]

Hi Lisa welcome! And congrats too what is your EDD so I can add you to our list in the front page?

I see you've got the hang of all the lingo around here but if you're unsure of anything, or if any other new members need any help, here's the link to the help page with EVERYTHING on! ; https://www.babyandbump.com/forum-help-testing-area/730-babyandbump-lingo-abbreviations.html

thank you, going of my LMP EDD is 22.12.12. doesnt quite seem real yet as havent reached my missed period date yet...... im so impatient had to do an early test! xx

 

[ttc_lolly]

Hi Lisa welcome! And congrats too what is your EDD so I can add you to our list in the front page?

I see you've got the hang of all the lingo around here but if you're unsure of anything, or if any other new members need any help, here's the link to the help page with EVERYTHING on! ; https://www.babyandbump.com/forum-help-testing-area/730-babyandbump-lingo-abbreviations.html

thank you, going of my LMP EDD is 22.12.12. doesnt quite seem real yet as havent reached my missed period date yet...... im so impatient had to do an early test! xx

Awww wow that's super close to christmas!!!

Well that makes you and all of us hun so you're in good company! I started testing from 5DPO got my BFP @ 9DPO though so it's good to test early

I'll add you on to the list on the front page now x

 

[Blu_Butterfly]

Thanks, how helpful!

 

[trgirl308]

Wow... busy day over here!

So sorry Jadie and Nix, lots and lots of your way.

I have a pregnancy journal, link in my siggy... figured why not!

6 weeks today and no ms whatsoever! Hope it stays that way.

 

[juless]

So happy to see a cute little scan on the thread!! How wonderful! So glad to see such a healthy little bean!!

I am so sorry to those who have lost their little ones. I pray your rainbow babies come to you soon! Your little ones won't be forgotten!

As for how I've been feeling, on/off nausea, thirsty, exhausted and SUPER bloated! I honestly look like I'm about 4 - 5 months! My bump starts from under my ribs too, not just my lower belly, but they say you pop quick with your second baby. Maybe it's twins? My poor OH would pass out, lol! Oh! And I just finished announcing it on facebook, mostly because I look very pregnant and it's hard to hide it, lol! I put a pic up of a "Baby's First Christmas" onesie I had picked up and said "I picked this up because we'll be needing it Dec.6th. "

 

[gs20]

Blu is it just gas or are you not having much movement down 'there' either?

Neither! I don't feel gassy or that I need to "go," it's been pretty regular. Just for no apparent reason humongous. I'm not even drinking anything with carbonation either!

And 2016, LOVE the scan! So happy for you! I'll have mine to add on Thursday =)

 

[Jadie]

Ladies, I am so so sad to hear of this I'm so sorry for both of your losses

I know you'll both get your beautiful rainbow babies very very soon though so please do not give up hope.

Jadie there is nothing wrong with you hun the world can just be very cruel to the nicest of people and it really isn't fair

I don't want to completely erase either of your angels from our list as I'd like for them to be remembered, if you're both happy with that? I'll just add an angel beside your names Thinking of you both xx

That's fine with me, Thank you

 

[ImSoTired]

Dr appt today. I suppose my doctor does things a bit differently. First of all they decided to make me an ultrasound/sono appt a week tomorrow as I will be nearer 7 weeks and it will be easier to see and hear. I also got bloods today but they weren't hcg levels they were to test for stds, infections, any issues that may affect the pregnancy. They confirmed the pregnancy with a urine test and I had to fill out family history the whole 9 yards and they gave me they whole pregnancy talk and a bunch of booklets. So all of my further testing will be next week and I will have a picture then. I will certainly feel better when I see baby but I feel ok about the appt. Can't wait to see baby on the 18th!

 

[ImSoTired]

Ladies I can't catch up with you way too many pages to read! lol. I am so sorry to hear about the possible mcs so far and my heart goes out to you ladies.

I had my early appt today. I had a pelvic and a urine test to confirm. I got a tb test and bloods to determine for sure that I have no stds, infections, etc. No hcg levels. They made me another appt for the ultrasound and sono as they thought today was a bit early, so I go back on the 18th, the day before I'm 7 weeks. I had to sign a bunch of papers and go over past history and family history and had to chat with all of the P.A.s and the doctor about what I should and shouldn't be doing and they gave me a bunch of pamphlets.

Breasts are still a bit sore. Cramps are very mild and down to about 1 a day if that. They said this is normal and I should be confident. I won't be until I see baby and have some levels done. Which is hopefully all next week.

DH and I spent the day together we went to eat and then we went to the baby store to look at things. We have picked out the nursery furniture but decided we won't buy it for a few more weeks.

Hope everyone here is doing well!

 

[LuluSS]

Dr appt today. I suppose my doctor does things a bit differently. First of all they decided to make me an ultrasound/sono appt a week tomorrow as I will be nearer 7 weeks and it will be easier to see and hear. I also got bloods today but they weren't hcg levels they were to test for stds, infections, any issues that may affect the pregnancy. They confirmed the pregnancy with a urine test and I had to fill out family history the whole 9 yards and they gave me they whole pregnancy talk and a bunch of booklets. So all of my further testing will be next week and I will have a picture then. I will certainly feel better when I see baby but I feel ok about the appt. Can't wait to see baby on the 18th!

I had my appointment today as well. Mine was exactly the same as yours minus a pregnancy test and pelvic exam! I go back on May 4th at 7 weeks to get an ultrasound and a pelvic exam and that is when they confirm pregnancy...wtf? And I didn't even meet my doctor....it was a nurse!

 

[GenYsuperlady]

Well I guess I'm glad I didn't get an earlier appt, sounds like a lot of poking and prodding

 

[Msw454]

I'm so sorry for the mc's. I'll pray you guys conceive rainbow babies right away! Baby dust to you both.

On the brighter side, I'm super happy to see and hear about everyone's scans. I made my appt for two weeks from today. I can't wait!!! Minimal symptoms for me. My boobs are still sore, and I feel SUPER tired, but that just might be because I haven't slept good these last few nights. I wouldn't call my tummy cramping so much as a pressure sensation.

Good luck to all those that have their appts coming up!!!