FEBRUARY HEARTS Due in February 2015 , open group all welcome!

[eme]

savvy: just had a thought, if you haven't had proper protein today it could also just be your blood sugar levels being off.

 

[savvysaver]

Hmmm could just be a natural side effect of pregnancy too with the hormonal changes and all. I'd say if it continues today (after you've had something proper to eat and once you've rested at home) and if anything still lingers tomorrow to call your doctor just to make sure. Continued dizziness might be caused by something or it could be just a hormonal thing, but if it continues after resting, eating, and proper liquid intake then I'd run it past your doctor just to be safe.

Thanks for your help.
I had a bite to eat (some protein), turned the temperature down and drank a glass of water. Now I am just trying to relax. So far I am okay, maybe I was trying to do too much?

 

[RaspberryK]

hi everyone! I'm andrea, I'm 22. my OH and I just moved to portland oregon and found out I have a surprise on the way. very unexpected as I was on BC but I suppose I'm ready to try this again. had a pregnancy back in november that we ended up losing at 9 weeks, OH was being very dramatic and upset about the whole situation and I can only hope this time will be a little better now that we've got our own place! I'm waiting until I have an appointment to share!
my edd is february 2nd. massive morning sickness has kicked in today (had it for the past few days on and off) which finally made me post in here since it seems to be a sticky bean. I'm only 6 weeks, MS seems to be here earlier than last time too. I think I'll have to go out and get some ginger today.

confuzion- I remember you from the sunflowers thread! funny, my due date would have been yesterday, trying not to dwell on that too much though! I hope we're both lucky this time, it's good to see you again

Congratulations, what lovely if a little bittersweet timing. Xx

 

[RaspberryK]

I've been light headed just thought it was the heat etc xx

 

[eme]

Hmmm could just be a natural side effect of pregnancy too with the hormonal changes and all. I'd say if it continues today (after you've had something proper to eat and once you've rested at home) and if anything still lingers tomorrow to call your doctor just to make sure. Continued dizziness might be caused by something or it could be just a hormonal thing, but if it continues after resting, eating, and proper liquid intake then I'd run it past your doctor just to be safe.

Thanks for your help.
I had a bite to eat (some protein), turned the temperature down and drank a glass of water. Now I am just trying to relax. So far I am okay, maybe I was trying to do too much?

yeah, it's easy to do. I was (of course haha) reading an article about exercise in pregnancy and they were talking about the fact that you might think that you're more "out of shape" during pregnancy because it takes less to make you winded and sweaty but in all actuality it's just the increase in blood flow and the hormones. It's possible that your body just got a bit overworked.

 

[bridgetboo62]

hey everyone!
oh my goodness i just woke up and do not have the energy to read back like 20 pages
but how is everyone doing?
anything new and exciting?

i told my sister who has an 20 month old and her second baby due at the end of july
she is super supportive and even says we can move in with her which is so sweet and depending on how things go we may have to take her up on that
the only big issue would be that her dog is aggressive towards other dogs and we have a german shepherd so keeping them separate would be challenging

 

[savvysaver]

yeah, it's easy to do. I was (of course haha) reading an article about exercise in pregnancy and they were talking about the fact that you might think that you're more "out of shape" during pregnancy because it takes less to make you winded and sweaty but in all actuality it's just the increase in blood flow and the hormones. It's possible that your body just got a bit overworked.

I would like to believe I got overworked but to be honest I was just doing some light cleaning around the house! I did text my hubby that I was dizzy so he would give me a break that the house isn't in top shape when he gets home! I think I might have gotten more overheated, even though I am usually cold. I have been doing okay the last hour but I am going to continue to take it easy for the rest of the afternoon.

 

[bridgetboo62]

yeah that happens to me i will get dizzy making the bed and such

 

[eme]

Okay, good I'm glad you're feeling better. It was probably just a mix of things all going on at the same time

 

[savvysaver]

yeah that happens to me i will get dizzy making the bed and such

Thanks, hopefully it will go away for both of us soon.

Okay, good I'm glad you're feeling better. It was probably just a mix of things all going on at the same time

Thanks eme! I didn't eat much protein or drink much water yesterday because we were traveling in the car for 5+ hours, so maybe that had something to do with it? Thanks for taking the time to help me!

Anyone keep track of how much water they are drinking? I keep filling up my glass but now I am losing track of how many glasses I had.

 

[bridgetboo62]

its really hard for me to drink water
it just makes me feel bloated
so i drink gatorade for electrolytes and sprite because the carbonation helps with nausea (which i have been having a little of from time to time usually in the afternoon after i eat a bunch but no vomiting yet)
i have been tired all day usually when im in the sun
but then having trouble sleeping at night
cant get comfortable tossing and turning
waking up uncomfortable and still ridiculously lethargic and tired like i didnt sleep at all

 

[swanxxsong]

My OB just called. The doctor was basing everything off LMP and was concerned, but didn't feel yet that I was miscarrying. She only has one set of levels right now. Just based on history, she wants me on prometrium stat.

I called the FPC that did my bloods and she said they're still processing, but that they're open until 7:30 (my OB closes at 5). So she encouraged me to call at 7 and if they're in, she'll tell me the results. If my hcg has risen, that's a good sign and I'll take the prometrium. If my hcg is slipping... I won't buy it until tomorrow once my OB calls.

Due to my darkening tests over the weekend, I have high hopes and prayers that my hcg is climbing. Only time will tell, though. For now, I just have to wait for another call, or until I have to call. But my prometrium is called in, so I can get that tonight after 7.

I'm somewhere between relief and anxiety. I'm just grateful they're taking me seriously.

 

[eme]

yeah that happens to me i will get dizzy making the bed and such

Thanks, hopefully it will go away for both of us soon.

Okay, good I'm glad you're feeling better. It was probably just a mix of things all going on at the same time

Thanks eme! I didn't eat much protein or drink much water yesterday because we were traveling in the car for 5+ hours, so maybe that had something to do with it? Thanks for taking the time to help me!

Anyone keep track of how much water they are drinking? I keep filling up my glass but now I am losing track of how many glasses I had.

NP! I'm at home all day today so I've got plenty of time on my hands I bought a 20oz bottle of water from the store and just refill it. I know four of those a day and then ensuring I'm getting one other form of liquid (soup, fruit, veggies, etc) or just a regular glass of water and i"m hitting my mark. It's easier than counting glass after glass!

 

[eme]

My OB just called. The doctor was basing everything off LMP and was concerned, but didn't feel yet that I was miscarrying. She only has one set of levels right now. Just based on history, she wants me on prometrium stat.

I called the FPC that did my bloods and she said they're still processing, but that they're open until 7:30 (my OB closes at 5). So she encouraged me to call at 7 and if they're in, she'll tell me the results. If my hcg has risen, that's a good sign and I'll take the prometrium. If my hcg is slipping... I won't buy it until tomorrow once my OB calls.

Due to my darkening tests over the weekend, I have high hopes and prayers that my hcg is climbing. Only time will tell, though. For now, I just have to wait for another call, or until I have to call. But my prometrium is called in, so I can get that tonight after 7.

I'm somewhere between relief and anxiety. I'm just grateful they're taking me seriously.

That really is half or more of the battle, finding someone who takes as active a concern as you do about things. So glad you'll have answers, now to find a way to make the time pass between now and then!! We're here for you and will eagerly await the results with you!!!

 

[laurac1988]

Why is this stage so damn scary?! Keep having pink spotting after bowel movements and it scares the hell out of me every time, even though it's just one wipe and it's gone
Please stick squishy

 

[babyfeva]

My OB just called. The doctor was basing everything off LMP and was concerned, but didn't feel yet that I was miscarrying. She only has one set of levels right now. Just based on history, she wants me on prometrium stat.

I called the FPC that did my bloods and she said they're still processing, but that they're open until 7:30 (my OB closes at 5). So she encouraged me to call at 7 and if they're in, she'll tell me the results. If my hcg has risen, that's a good sign and I'll take the prometrium. If my hcg is slipping... I won't buy it until tomorrow once my OB calls.

Due to my darkening tests over the weekend, I have high hopes and prayers that my hcg is climbing. Only time will tell, though. For now, I just have to wait for another call, or until I have to call. But my prometrium is called in, so I can get that tonight after 7.

I'm somewhere between relief and anxiety. I'm just grateful they're taking me seriously.

I'm glad to hear your doctor is on top of it. I'm hopeful for you. I'm sure you next results are going to be great!

 

[bridgetboo62]

Why is this stage so damn scary?! Keep having pink spotting after bowel movements and it scares the hell out of me every time, even though it's just one wipe and it's gone
Please stick squishy

it could be hemorrhoids in your rectum
and have nothing to do with baby
just a thought

 

[eme]

Why is this stage so damn scary?! Keep having pink spotting after bowel movements and it scares the hell out of me every time, even though it's just one wipe and it's gone
Please stick squishy

I hear ya girl!!! I think it all comes down to the fact that this is, more than likely and single-handedly, the biggest and most life changing event we'll ever go through when it comes to our bodies. And above all of that, we have pretty much slim to no control over any of it. It's so hard to feel almost powerless over the outcome. Meaning, you could eat perfectly, be in perfect health, etc but at the end of the day, it's all up to how those cells divided and how snugly baby has settled in.

So to have to "wait and see" for months, for the outcome of growing a human being inside of you....it's A LOT!!! It's a big thing!!! haha So I think we also need to give ourselves some credit to the fact that we're going through this massive and awesome thing with as much grace as we are

 

[bridgetboo62]

im so worried about my baby having a defect like spina bifida for down syndrome
or like not having a limb or a cleft pallet for something and those you dont really know until birth right?

 

[laurac1988]

Why is this stage so damn scary?! Keep having pink spotting after bowel movements and it scares the hell out of me every time, even though it's just one wipe and it's gone
Please stick squishy

it could be hemorrhoids in your rectum
and have nothing to do with baby
just a thought

No it's definitely vaginal x