Due In May :)

[nhpgator]

I am new and due it looks like May 23rd. This will be our 3rd but it seems brand new since our girls are 9 and 6. This one is a little bit of a surprise. My husband has been working in out of state and only home every other weekend. He was home one week watching the girls while I was away on work and texted me that he had been thinking about having another kid. When I came home from work trip the next day - we had two nights together before he went back to Chicago. Well - two nights was enough I guess as the dating from our ultrasound lines up perfectly with those nights. I told him he should THINK about winning the lottery. He looked at me funny and I showed him the ultrasound pics and said you were THINKING about having another kid...

So we are getting used to starting all over. I have never found out this early, so a little nervous about the next few weeks. I have another dr appointment and US in October as I am also 37 so a little "older" ugh....I didn't know I was old!!! We are waiting to tell everyone till 12 weeks or maybe Christmas which will be 16 weeks - but a real cheap Christmas present if I can keep from showing too bad.

And just to put some of your minds at ease about some of the typical pregnancy symptoms. I had absolutely none for my first and the only thing I had with my second was heartburn - which they said happens with babies with lots of hair - and my second had a full head of gorgeous curls...(my first had hardly any) so don't worry about not having symptoms. (Now watch I will get some horrible ones this time around)

Look forward to following everyone the next 9 months or so and I hope everything sticks.

 

[cgav1424]

Hann - What a beautiful scan! So pleased for you!

eggo preggo - We're lined up, aren't we? Same due date and I have a scan on Wednesday as well! Keep me posted, will you?

Starrynight - I know all about the stupid spotting! I started last Wednesday when I was
5+5 and I haven't stopped since. I can't stand it!

mathgenius, northstar, olivelove, blondey - Welcome and congratulations on your BFPs!

stevensmummy - My bffs didn't buy my antibiotics story. We went out to dinner on Friday night for my birthday and when they asked if sushi sounded good for dinner, I told them no... and I never say no to sushi. Then we ended up at a cute little cafe and I turned down both alcohol and a smoke (which I only do when drinking anyway) and they totally called me out on it. I just wanted to wait until after my scan to tell them, but there was no hiding it.

nhpgator - Tell me all about starting over! We have an 11 year old DS and our DD will be 6 tomorrow. I'm trying not to freak out about the age difference between our oldest and our youngest! My son will be starting college in 7 years and I'll still be dropping his little brother/sister off at second grade!

afm, as you read above... I still have the spotting... Last night, when I woke up to go to the bathroom for the millionth time... there was some thin light red blood on the toilet paper. But mostly it's all still brown so I'm trying to be positive. No cramping and I still have my symptoms. Pukey, but haven't actually thrown up; sore bbs; but not as tired as I used to be. Three more days til my scan so fingers crossed! Hope you all have a wonderful week!

 

[Stevensmummyx]

Yeah I actually got antibiotics on monday for an infected piercing tho so I have them with me, however the infection cleared up on its own on tuesday. If I turned down a drink and just said 'I don't feel like a drink' they would definately know x

 

[mathgenius33]

Yeah I actually got antibiotics on monday for an infected piercing tho so I have them with me, however the infection cleared up on its own on tuesday. If I turned down a drink and just said 'I don't feel like a drink' they would definately know x

I know what you mean. I'm pretty sure when I don't even have a drink when I make a toast to my sister's marriage, someone might suspect something. Luckily only 23 people are going, family and close friends. Not drinking put together with the fact that I probably won't be able to eat a the meal may be a giveaway.

I'm totally fine with people suspecting at this point. A few of my teammates on my swim team already guessed when I stopped playing water polo, anyway. While we're on the subject, is there anyone here who is an athlete also?

 

[pinktiara]

thats how My inlaws found out they offered me a drink at sunday dinner and stupid me said not tonight lol whats that even mean. I never drink really anyways so it would have been ok but my hubby started laughing because his mom gave him a weird look than the jig was up there the only ones who know and a few close friends

 

[Hann12]

Sick sick sick!!! Just finally got a big sleep as my DD hasn't slept for the past week. Feels good to have got a longer sleep at last! Still woke up feeling sick though, and now I need to go and make breakfast for us. Worse part of sickness this time is having to make food for my DD because I feel so sick!! Poor little thing is non the wiser though so I have to put on a good show of normal for her!

 

[Stevensmummyx]

Not an athlete but I'm a dance teacher xx

 

[Jary]

Aww! Hann! I woke up feeling sick about 5 am and couldn't get comfy. Snacked on a couple of things then slept on the sofa! It's settled for the moment but I'm afraid to start getting ready in case it starts again. I need to do shopping so hope it stays away.

A work colleague rang me last night to ask if I wanted to do a long day instead of a nightshift which I had on the rotor...I agreed (she can't get anyone to look after her little boy) but I wonder how I'm going to cope. Really hope I don't throw up over my patients! I've bought a seaband so waiting for that to arrive and I'll try that

Just think Hann, this ms won't last forever!

 

[BDownmommie]

Hi all - I'm so excited, I go for my first scan today (after work) and it's so hard already to think of anything but seeing that pic. This is my first, so I haven't ever seen a US at this point.

And bc we did IUI, there's a chance that its multiples (or so says the doc) so I am even more curious...OH and I keep joking bc I had 5 folicles ready to go with a great sample, so....I guess I find out in 8 hours lol.OH already has 4 kids from previous relationship, and so adding 1 didn't seem like an issue, but now he's as concerned as me..

From what I've read, I don't have symptoms for multiples - in fact, if it wasn't for the boobs, I probably wouldn't know about the pregnancy at all - in the 6 weeks, I have already grown a full cup size Both OH and I are happy about that; however, they are just so sore. I really don't know what to do - I hear that pain is normal, but my nipples are so sensitive that I cringe whenever I have to walk fast, hit a bump in the car or take off my bar. I called the doc, she said it could be completely normal - but is anyone else experiencing this sore of boob pain or growth?

 

[Hann12]

Hi all - I'm so excited, I go for my first scan today (after work) and it's so hard already to think of anything but seeing that pic. This is my first, so I haven't ever seen a US at this point.

And bc we did IUI, there's a chance that its multiples (or so says the doc) so I am even more curious...OH and I keep joking bc I had 5 folicles ready to go with a great sample, so....I guess I find out in 8 hours lol.OH already has 4 kids from previous relationship, and so adding 1 didn't seem like an issue, but now he's as concerned as me..

From what I've read, I don't have symptoms for multiples - in fact, if it wasn't for the boobs, I probably wouldn't know about the pregnancy at all - in the 6 weeks, I have already grown a full cup size Both OH and I are happy about that; however, they are just so sore. I really don't know what to do - I hear that pain is normal, but my nipples are so sensitive that I cringe whenever I have to walk fast, hit a bump in the car or take off my bar. I called the doc, she said it could be completely normal - but is anyone else experiencing this sore of boob pain or growth?

Hope the scan goes well!! I wouldn't worry about the sore nipples, loads of people experience the same thing and it's completely normal. I had it in my last pregnancy but not until around week 8, so I assume this one will be similar. Everyone's different though!

 

[Powell130]

Hi all - I'm so excited, I go for my first scan today (after work) and it's so hard already to think of anything but seeing that pic. This is my first, so I haven't ever seen a US at this point.

And bc we did IUI, there's a chance that its multiples (or so says the doc) so I am even more curious...OH and I keep joking bc I had 5 folicles ready to go with a great sample, so....I guess I find out in 8 hours lol.OH already has 4 kids from previous relationship, and so adding 1 didn't seem like an issue, but now he's as concerned as me..

From what I've read, I don't have symptoms for multiples - in fact, if it wasn't for the boobs, I probably wouldn't know about the pregnancy at all - in the 6 weeks, I have already grown a full cup size Both OH and I are happy about that; however, they are just so sore. I really don't know what to do - I hear that pain is normal, but my nipples are so sensitive that I cringe whenever I have to walk fast, hit a bump in the car or take off my bar. I called the doc, she said it could be completely normal - but is anyone else experiencing this sore of boob pain or growth?

I'm right there with ya on the boobs! I've went from almost an A to filling up a B! And they are SOO sore, I dread taking my bra off at night also I'm so glad I'm not the only one. Are yours hard too? Mine are very firm!

That and my increasing nausea in the mornings are my main symptoms. I have noticed in the last 4 days or so that I'm definitely eating allot more, hubs keeps calling me a fatty So far tho, I've only gained 1 pound and I'm not sure if that was a fluke or not because it wasn't very long after I ate. Is it weird that I want to gain plenty of weight during this pregnancy and keep some after? I guess it's because I'm so tiny!

 

[BDownmommie]

Firm - heck ya! And as far as taking the bra off - I don't i sleep with it on, I don't think I'd be able to get a minute of sleep otherwise.
And the nipples - wowsers, I actually called the doctor and asked about it to see if it was normal - apparently, my doc doesnt like using the word normal - but it possible to feel them being sore already. She told me to find a de-sensitizing lotion for them - sadly thought, cant find.

But strangley - the boobs, the only 'normal' issue - no MS (knock on wood), an occasional pimple (but really - that's nothing)...

The only other thing going on here is with food. It seems that i can't stand the thought of the same food twice! OH is laughing at me because I will be all over one sort of food (let's say chocolate, which is weird by itself bc i never eat it), and once I've tasted it, I don't want it again. In fact, the thought of it is gross to me. Friday night, wanted chinese food, sure enough there was leftovers so sat i decided i would heat some up for dinner, but nope, as soon as i smelt it - i no longer wanted to eat it - didn't feel sick, just had no appetite for that food.

How strange is that?

 

[Sass827]

I remember at 6 weeks my bbs being so sore that the cat walked over me in bed and I screamed. Like really screamed it hurt so bad. They don't hurt as much anymore, but they are still growing like crazy.

 

[Starry Night]

Right now my breasts are achey but not overly sensitive. They're not much bigger either but I already grew from an A cup to a C after DS and they stayed that way. They're just a bit swollen looking right now. My symptoms overall are mild and am really trying not worry about that --it's still so early and I didn't really start feeling pregnant with DS until past the 6 week mark. I guess I do have a reduced appetite if not actual m/s. I've lost 3 pounds since becoming pregnant!

I called my doctor's office this morning. He's booked for the whole week! So I have an appointment with another one of the clinic's doctor's for tomorrow. Still waiting to hear about my scan. I hate waiting.

 

[Starry Night]

OK....JUST as I posted how I haven't heard from them I got a call. ha ha The ultrasound clinic is ordering up my blood work with my local ER room and once they get the results they'll book my scan. So I should hear from them this afternoon or early tomorrow.

I guess I can cancel the appointment at the clinic and rebook with my actual doctor. I only wanted to go for my betas. If I'm getting them already I can wait to see my actual doctor to deal with my pregnancy.

 

[Powell130]

Firm - heck ya! And as far as taking the bra off - I don't i sleep with it on, I don't think I'd be able to get a minute of sleep otherwise.
And the nipples - wowsers, I actually called the doctor and asked about it to see if it was normal - apparently, my doc doesnt like using the word normal - but it possible to feel them being sore already. She told me to find a de-sensitizing lotion for them - sadly thought, cant find.

But strangley - the boobs, the only 'normal' issue - no MS (knock on wood), an occasional pimple (but really - that's nothing)...

The only other thing going on here is with food. It seems that i can't stand the thought of the same food twice! OH is laughing at me because I will be all over one sort of food (let's say chocolate, which is weird by itself bc i never eat it), and once I've tasted it, I don't want it again. In fact, the thought of it is gross to me. Friday night, wanted chinese food, sure enough there was leftovers so sat i decided i would heat some up for dinner, but nope, as soon as i smelt it - i no longer wanted to eat it - didn't feel sick, just had no appetite for that food.

How strange is that?

Yay so i'm not the only one. I've thought about sleeping in my bra, but I think it'd be hard to sleep since I'm not used to sleeping in it.

That is weird about the food. I haven't had any aversions or anything yet, just everything I eat tastes SO GOOD lol speaking of food,,,i'm hungry ol

 

[mathgenius33]

Not an athlete but I'm a dance teacher xx

That's awesome. Are you still teaching during pregnancy?

 

[Jary]

For those ladies who are experiencing the joys of morning sickness, how are you coping at work with the nausea? Im back at work on Wednesday and I'm worried about getting through the day. I've wanted to get stuff done in the flat today and go food shopping with OH but the thought of doing anything makes me queasy!

And it might sound really weird and I'm not saying anything bad about NY but whenever I think about it I feel even more nauseous! makes no sense but there it is!

 

[JustFluffy]

I am right there with you Jary! Work is so HARD to get through! I haven't thrown up yet, but nauseous a lot. I just do not know how I am going to make it to 2nd tri!!! With work and school for my Masters and making the baby sucking up all my energy I have no idea how I make it through each day... SO exhausting, and miserable!!!

 

[Jary]

we can get through it! Easier said than done when all you can think about is whether your going to spend all day with your head in the toilet.

I'm hoping my seabands will work for me. They should be here tomorrow! I asked OH to buy some ice lollies and rice crackers for me to eat in the morning before I get out of bed. Guess its trial and error to find out what works lol