Disco Derail! - TTCAL/PAL Discussion and Support!

[NatoPMT]

Hearty you would love them. You go into the woods and you cant see anything at first.

Then you see a streak of red out of the corner of your eye, then, one by one, you see their faces pop out from behind tree trunks and they start coming towards you

The squirrel leader then hand you a note saying "where's our fucking nuts" and you hold our your hand, and they take the peanuts and run off

The grey squirrels are ace but they are american imports and carry squirrel pox which kills the reds.

I used to live near there and you would see red squirrels running along the beach on the sand

haha at pouch of whiskers.

weirdos, exactly rooney.

 

[Allie84]

Hello my little squirrel lovers,

I am feeling really worried right now! I know we all told Vicky how it happens to the best of us with our babies falling/hitting their heads but now that it's happened to me I'm upset.

I was nursing Alistair just before bed this evening and Weasley was playing with his tin food bowl. I didn't think much of it until Weasley swung it side to side in his mouth and it went flying....right into the back of Alistairs's head!!! It actually made a clanging sound! Alistair was stunned I think, but after a pause he started screaming. No bump.

I called the doc and he was so not reassuring. He was like "Are you sure he didn't go unconscious?" and I don't think so but he was dozy on my breast to begin with and there was a pause before he reacted. They said as long he didn't go unconscious he should be okay.

He's asleep now but I keep checking on him. Sigh.

 

[Jaymes]

Hello my little squirrel lovers,

I am feeling really worried right now! I know we all told Vicky how it happens to the best of us with our babies falling/hitting their heads but now that it's happened to me I'm upset.

I was nursing Alistair just before bed this evening and Weasley was playing with his tin food bowl. I didn't think much of it until Weasley swung it side to side in his mouth and it went flying....right into the back of Alistairs's head!!! It actually made a clanging sound! Alistair was stunned I think, but after a pause he started screaming. No bump.

I called the doc and he was so not reassuring. He was like "Are you sure he didn't go unconcious?" and I don't think so but he was dozy on my breast to begin with and there was a pause before he reacted. They said as long he didn't go unconcious he should be okay.

He's asleep now but I keep checking on him. Sigh.

Oh Allie! How horrid! I'm so sorry Alistair was hit by the dog. I'd have been so mad at the dog.

Mine was happily walking past the baby yesterday and whipped Lexi across the face with her tail. It left a bit of a mark for a few minutes, and I was so mad! The dog went out while the baby got cuddles.

 

[heart tree]

Oh girls! Bad doggies all around!

Allie I think you would know if he went unconscious honey. It's pretty obvious when someone is out like that. Dozy is different. Of course you should keep checking on him, but I have confidence he is ok. I'm so sorry you had to experience this though. I'm even sorrier for Alistair. Poor baby!

 

[Allie84]

Thanks girls.

I feel guilty that I let Weasley play with his bowl like that (normally we don't let him). Alex was angry with Weasley but I wasn't so much, as it was an accident and he immediately could tell he did something wrong and was hanging his head the rest of the evening. But still....definitely a bad doggie!

You're right, Hearty, I'm sure I'd have been able to tell if he was knocked unconscious. It was his delayed reaction that made me wonder but it seems as though babies always take a bit to realize they're hurt/scared/etc.

 

[vickyd]

Allie Hero looks stunned for a few seconds before she starts screaming..They also look at you for your reaction and if they sence panic they cry even harder...
You would defo know if he wasnt consious darling.

I was lurking last night again but wasnt in the right state of mind to contribute. I left Hero with my mom again last night and spent the whole night googling brain tumors and burn out symptoms...I have this constant numbness at the back of my head and a pressure behind my eyes. Sometimes when i walk i feel like im high or somert...
Is is too late to get PND???? I feel overwhelmed and am having difficulty feeling anything but annoyed with Hero at the moment. Its not helping that shes teething like mad and is whinging all day long.....

 

[Jaymes]

I'm so glad you have your parents for support. Being a mommy isn't easy, but it is rewarding. Listen to your body, what is it trying to tell you? I adore my kids, but I can tell when I need a break.

 

[jenny25]

Vicky I had pnd when aarron hit 6 months I felt everything your feeling if you need to talk I'm here for you xxx

 

[NatoPMT]

Allie, as long as he seems ok now, he will be fine, its not weasleys fault he's just a little doggy, and its not your fault either - you cant predict that sort of random event. I read about a mother who dropped her 2 month old baby out of a 1st floor window during a fire and he landed on his head, and is now fine. They are so resilient.

Vic - you poor thing. You have SO much going on and so many worries that it is going to come out somehow. Your physical symptoms could well be as a result of all this pressure with working, having a premmie, your MIL, and the economic situation. Everyone in greece must be feeling really vulnerable. it could well be emotional but I would speak to your dr about it. It may be PND, i got physical symptoms from stress once, it was like i was walking on a suspension bridge and the ground felt like it was moving, i thought i had an inner ear infection but the dr said it was typical stress symptoms rather than a brain tumour - he gave me anti seasickness medication not anti-depressants.

do you still have time for the gym? support is the main thing and being able to get some time to yourself to process everything and relax is really important, but some exercise might help you burn off the adrenalin and stuff that feeling annoyed produces. Get some B complex vits too. Is Alex helping out ok? can you get your sis to watch hero too so you know when you have some free time coming up? I have Eloise out on wednesdays, so i only have 2 days either side before and after the weekend.

we arent perfect or made to deal with too much. its natural to have reactions when things feel tough

x

afm: Eloise has learned to blow raspberries. She used to just stick her tongue out and wiggle it, but she can do proper ones now. She also does them with a mouth full of milk and sprays everything within a 2 ft radius, inc my face

 

[vickyd]

Nato the feeling you described about the bridge is EXACTLY what im feeling most of the day. Its fucking scary....
Im pretty sure that i have too much stress...The situation is Greece is really affecting me and today we found out that there is a 70% chance that my sis will also be out of work. My parents have seen a 50% reduction in their pensions and Alex is moving his company yet again to even smaller offices to try and keep afloat... The way things stand right now, im the only one so far who hasnt had a pay cut but my tax will increase this year by 20% so in theory i have a pay cut also...
I really cant afford the gym subscription anymore so i stopped working out. I try and take Popi on longer walks to clear my head but someytimes i cant even find time for that. To add to all my problems Popi is sick and has been throwing up everyday (on my couch) for the past week. Today it was so bad that it started seeping through the sofa throw and has left a small stain AHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!

 

[LucyJ]

Allie dont feel bad it was an accident you would of know if he'd been knocked out sounds like he was startled. Hope hes ok today babies are very resilent.

Vicky you have so much on your plate Im not surprised your feeling the way you are. It does sound like the physical symtoms are a reaction to the stress and worry you are under. Are you getting anymore sleep? As sleep deprivation is going to make things worse. It think its good that you have some time to you, you need to do something that will help you relax. We're all here for you im sorry about popi something you dont need hope she gets better soon.

Nato I have to stop reading your posts when Im eating it made me laugh you've got a cheeky little girl there. She'll have lots of fun with solids. Benjamin sneezed once just as I was offering him a spoonful of apple puree it went everywhere and he found it very amusing. He hasnt learnt to blow rasperries yet thank goodness.

 

[NatoPMT]

Vic it sounds awful. Im so sorry youre having such a hard time. Just cos Hero is here and you are feeling this stuff doesnt mean its PND, but just cos theres lots else doesnt mean it isnt either.

All this stuff, theres nothing you can do about the circumstances so you have to look after how you are coping with it. Hero is completely dependent you at a time when you feel that a lot is being taken away and you are worried you might not be able to look after yourself or provide for your family. The breadwinning is falling on your shoulders and it might be that some of your annoyance at hero is as a result of that pressure as she is so dependent on you. Why do you think you feel this annoyance?

The stress symptoms can be managed physically, can you go for a jog with popi for eg? Its the cause that is more problematic, and like i said, theres nowt you can do about the state that greece is in. You can find support in your family, friends and us, you arent alone but you might be surrounded by people in the same boat so everyone needs support which might undermine your feelings or the fact that your feelings are individual. You might be thinking if everyone is in the same boat, what makes you so special to need help. You are to us. Dont feel that you cant contribute cos you dont have to, just make sure you tell us how you feel.

 

[NatoPMT]

He hasnt learnt to blow rasperries yet thank goodness.

its my own fault, i blew way to many at her

this afternoon, when she was doing a poo, instead of making her usual noises, she was going red and blowing raspberries as she did it

she cracks me up

 

[Jaymes]

WAIT!! WTF, These are saying two different things right?!? According to the website my levels for 4 weeks should be like 600 max... Is there a difference?
Is 4200 too high for 4 weeks 5 days?

 

[Jaymes]

OK, I think I just answered my own question... I was 20 DPO, so it seems within normal for the 5 week (21 dpo) range... WHEW!!!!

 

[hoping:)]

Wow! This thread has been busy… I’ll post what I can remember…

Dazed- Happy late birthday!!! I hope the green tea works for you this cycle

Hearty- happy 16 weeks!!! I started feeling flutters around this time so it will be any day now for you. Congrats on making your 1st baby purchase and Hurray for no amnio

Jenny- Happy 10 weeks!!!

Congrats to Cazza!!!

Jaymes- Yay for no more spotting!!! Your lines look great

Round- Happy 21 weeks! I’m glad you are feeling better about the trip. How long will you be in Florida? I’m so jealous… I really want to lay out on a beach and frolic in the ocean

Yogi- yay for no poop explosion. You do sound like one busy mom but I’m glad to see you posting again. Welcome back!

Nato- I love the adorable clothing you bought for Eloise… It makes me want to go shopping now! Have you tried the site zulily.com? They have some awesome things and they are always on sale. I am going to buy Penny her Easter outfit from there.

Hilarious that you got moderated!

Well done on the raspberries, Eloise!

Vicky- huge hugs to you and Hero. I was giving Penny a bath on Sunday and she slipped a little and bonked her head on the side of the tub. I felt HORRIBLE and she cried for a good 15 minutes. It was awful.

Allie- On the weekends I feel like I get nothing done when I am home with Penny. I am probably ready by noon as well and maybe one or two chores done. Being at work makes me feel more accomplished. Tim is like super dad and will have the whole house cleaned when he is home with Penny. I like Lucy’s advice to you

I hope little Alistair is doing ok now. Its hard not to worry but I’m sure your little guy will be just fine.

To go along with the doggy stories… our cat Niko has been slowly taking over Penny’s nursery. She started out sitting on her glider then after a few days made it to her changing table and then yesterday I walk in and she is all cozy in Penny’s crib. She is going to have a rude awakening when she gets booted for good when Penny starts sleeping in her room

Sassy- congrats on your 4th nephew!

Love the disco boys pictures. They are some handsome little boys!

AFM- We got back from New Mexico very early Sunday morning (1am) and I am still recovering from all the family and crazy late night driving. Penny did great but it was exhausting having to be around all of my family. They loved Penny and had a blast playing with her and carrying her around. I was like a hand sanitizing Nazi… I’m sure everyone was sick of me asking them to wash their hands before holding Penny. She got two native American names : Shoo-Dee (harvest song) & Zoe-Dee (named after my Baba’s friend). I’m not sure how to spell them but that is how you say them. But by the end of our stay everyone was calling her baby May-U-shka (lizard) because she is constantly sticking her tongue out like a lizard and flicking it… everyone thought it was hilarious. I’ll post pics of her in her dress in moccasins when I get home

I taught my self how to crochet last week and made Penny a monkey hat over the weekend. Here is a pic:

 

[Jaymes]

Wow! This thread has been busy… I’ll post what I can remember…

Dazed- Happy late birthday!!! I hope the green tea works for you this cycle

Hearty- happy 16 weeks!!! I started feeling flutters around this time so it will be any day now for you. Congrats on making your 1st baby purchase and Hurray for no amnio

Jenny- Happy 10 weeks!!!

Congrats to Cazza!!!

Jaymes- Yay for no more spotting!!! Your lines look great

Round- Happy 21 weeks! I’m glad you are feeling better about the trip. How long will you be in Florida? I’m so jealous… I really want to lay out on a beach and frolic in the ocean

Yogi- yay for no poop explosion. You do sound like one busy mom but I’m glad to see you posting again. Welcome back!

Nato- I love the adorable clothing you bought for Eloise… It makes me want to go shopping now! Have you tried the site zulily.com? They have some awesome things and they are always on sale. I am going to buy Penny her Easter outfit from there.

Hilarious that you got moderated!

Well done on the raspberries, Eloise!

Vicky- huge hugs to you and Hero. I was giving Penny a bath on Sunday and she slipped a little and bonked her head on the side of the tub. I felt HORRIBLE and she cried for a good 15 minutes. It was awful.

Allie- On the weekends I feel like I get nothing done when I am home with Penny. I am probably ready by noon as well and maybe one or two chores done. Being at work makes me feel more accomplished. Tim is like super dad and will have the whole house cleaned when he is home with Penny. I like Lucy’s advice to you

I hope little Alistair is doing ok now. Its hard not to worry but I’m sure your little guy will be just fine.

To go along with the doggy stories… our cat Niko has been slowly taking over Penny’s nursery. She started out sitting on her glider then after a few days made it to her changing table and then yesterday I walk in and she is all cozy in Penny’s crib. She is going to have a rude awakening when she gets booted for good when Penny starts sleeping in her room

Sassy- congrats on your 4th nephew!

Love the disco boys pictures. They are some handsome little boys!

AFM- We got back from New Mexico very early Sunday morning (1am) and I am still recovering from all the family and crazy late night driving. Penny did great but it was exhausting having to be around all of my family. They loved Penny and had a blast playing with her and carrying her around. I was like a hand sanitizing Nazi… I’m sure everyone was sick of me asking them to wash their hands before holding Penny. She got two native American names : Shoo-Dee (harvest song) & Zoe-Dee (named after my Baba’s friend). I’m not sure how to spell them but that is how you say them. But by the end of our stay everyone was calling her baby May-U-shka (lizard) because she is constantly sticking her tongue out like a lizard and flicking it… everyone thought it was hilarious. I’ll post pics of her in her dress in moccasins when I get home

I taught my self how to crochet last week and made Penny a monkey hat over the weekend. Here is a pic:
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OMG! That hat is seriously adorable! Talent! I cannot figure out how to follow a pattern for the life of me a d have been thinking of trying to find someone to teach me!

 

[Jaymes]

I wrote this in my journal...

I called my dr (who is under the impression I still have an iud) and they freaked out! They wanted to see me today. I told them no as I have the great puker home with me. Then they asked if I had bleeding/fever/cramps. I said no, and my control is darker than my test line. The nurse seemed satisfied that it was not eptopic, strongly warned me to go to the emergency if I have any of these symptoms, and booked me an appt for 9 am. I did leave out the fact I saw my iud in the toilet a couple of months ago during a heavy time in my flow...
So we'll see what they say tomorrow. I'll make them do a blood draw while I'm there.

 

[hoping:)]

Jaymes- I just googled "how to crochet" and taught my self from there

Hilarious that they still think you have your IUD. I can't wait to see your HCG numbers tomorrow

 

[NatoPMT]

Eloise has been exposed to mumps. Im CRAPPING myself. My friend just called to say she has it and developed symptoms on Sunday, and she was playing with, kissing etc eloise last wednesday - while she was most infectious. I now have a 2 week wait to see if eloise develops it. i have just googled the effects and the worst possible effects are really bad, deafness and meningitis, which i know are unlikely but if they are possible, then its a risk.

i dont want my little baby to be ill, let alone with those risks