July Firecrackers 2018

[Matherese]

ToriTami, I totally know what you mean, I was a mess my first pregnancy. After 3 losses, I was terrified and wouldn't even tell anyone I was pregnant until after 20 weeks (except close family). One of my losses was in the second trimester, so I wouldn't even relax after I hit 12 weeks. BUT, I'm trying my hardest to not be that way this time and enjoy the excitement.

Anyone have any weird cravings yet? My husband's friend gave him some tamarind candy rolls with chili. Omg. For some reason the sweet/salty/spicy combo was SO good. Lol
My last pregnancy was ice. I'm always borderline anemic and it's horrible during pregnancy. I ate 2 large bags of ice a week.

 

[Livvy]

That's ok buffy, it isn't for everyone. Fed is best as they say. I'm just not looking forward to changing everything on her, it's not her fault and I feel like I'm robbing her of her babyhood -cry-

Amen to always worrying about something. Love them babies so much but wow, have they given me gray hairs!!

So sorry for your losses math. I've lost 2 myself but they were early on.

 

[lilmisscaviar]

Tori - I don't think the sense of wondering if everything is going well or not ever goes away, even when you feel kicks you still sometimes wonder "did baby kick enough today?"

Livvy - I wasn't expecting to become pregnant this soon either. I was actually just starting to wean my baby off the breast because I couldn't keep up with his supply anymore and we were primarily using formula anyways. Then during the tww my milk started to come back in again, which was kind of weird because I thought your supply was supposed to drop when you became pregnant again, so I thought for sure that our accident wouldn't lead to a pregnancy. Not saying I regret it... all babes are a blessing... just was unexpected.

Math - I don't have any weird cravings - yet - but I also craved ice in my last couple pregnancies because of anemia. I had to take iron supplements and, although my iron levels were in the normal range, I was still craving ice.

 

[Buffyx]

Math - no cravings for me yet. Some foods are sounding yuck though. So I suppose more aversions than anything.

My very first pregnancy was a loss, so I feel I haven't been able to enjoy any of my pregnancies since. Im really trying to this time because this will be my last baby.

I didn't know about this ice thing? I was anemic last pregnancy, and have just had to start supplements due to low iron this time too.

 

[StarryEyed88]

Math - no cravings as of yet.

Tori - I feel you, this is my first and every now and then I’ll get a pain on my right side. It’s only sporadic maybe 1-2 times a week. Think that’s where I implanted but I panic every time. Thinking something is not right. Hopefully that will pass once I have my scan.

Booked my scan in for the 4th of Dec so the countdown begins

 

[Four2Five]

Hi ladies!! I'm new here and I *think* I'm due in July! I just got my bfp two days ago but my lmp was mid September, I have pcos and crazy cycles. Dh and I quit TTC in June after 2 years and after a year of failed infertility meds and treatments. We are super shocked and excited for this last addition to our family Hoping to get into a dr this week and get a scan to figure out exactly how far along I am, we really have no clue, could be as little as 6 weeks or as much as 9 weeks! So I *think* I belong here but I might have to switch to June if I'm further than I think I am. Just praying for a healthy baby since I am 36.

Also I am having some pretty strong sharp cramping back and forth between my left and right sides in the ovary areas, is this normal? It happens when I get up or move or cough or sneeze and sometimes just when I'm laying down resting. I don't remember this with my other two dd's. My super super sore breast are my only real symptom, they have been killing me for 3 weeks. Also I have zero nausea which is really weird for me, my last two pregnancies I was sick from 3 weeks till birth with severe HG so it has me a little worried I'm feeling nothing.

Looking forward to getting to know you all more! I'll let you know what edd to put me down for as soon as I get in to a dr

 

[Buffyx]

Hey there four2five! Wow! What a lovely surprise for you!! Congratulations

Hmm I'm not too sure about the cramping. Some cramping is definitely normal, but if it is so severe & stops you in your tracks, I'd probably be inclined to get checked.

Hopefully everything is fine and you just dont get HG this time!!

 

[Four2Five]

Thanks Buffy! It feels like round ligament stretching pain mostly but I didn't think I'd be feeling it this soon, but it is my third pregnancy so possibly!?

 

[Buffyx]

This is also my 3rd pregnancy. It already seems different for me too. For one, I have sore boobs, which I have never had in previous pregnancies. Also, my nausea started from day 1 instead of 6w, but it is nowhere near as bad.

 

[Four2Five]

Yea I'm thinking this one is going to be very different for me too. My dd's are 13 and 5 so it's been a while since I went through this, and they were both born in October so I am excited to have a July baby, and my birthday is in July too

 

[Buffyx]

Aww yay! I have 2 September babies, so I hear you! September is such an expensive month, with Father's Day as well. I didn't need another September baby

 

[JLH85]

Thanks ladies xx 😘

 

[ToriTami]

We're all worry warts here lol. My first scan is tomorrow, so hopefully I can chill out some after that!

I haven't had any real cravings yet. I have been eating a lot of cheese. But I absolutely love cheese and probably would be eating just as much if I wasn't preggo lol! I love it so much, I devoured a couple wedges of brie before I remembered I'm not supposed to be eating soft cheese

My mom and aunt are born in July, so the July birthdays are piling up in my family!

 

[Four2Five]

I had awful insomnia last night, I've been up since 4am and just read through every post on this thread

I think we are staying team yellow...but not because we want the surprise, it's quite the opposite...we don't want the disappointment if we find out early that it's another girl. This is our last baby and being such a huge surprise shock pregnancy we are really hoping for a boy. We have a 13 year old dd and a 5 year old dd and I know we are all going to be disappointed if it's another girl I'm so embarrassed to admit that. We are excited no matter what but with our last dd we were hoping for a boy and when we found out it was a girl I was pretty bummed and I just don't want to feel that way this time so I think it's for the best if we wait. Everyone keeps telling us they think it's twins...I would die I am 36 so I'm already feeling overwhelmed and nervous about the higher chances of multiples and disabilities. I forgot how much worry comes with pregnancy!! The best part is that we picked a name that will suit a boy or girl so that part was at least easy and we can call baby by its name

 

[housewifey]

Hi Ladies,

I've been stalking this thread over the weekend & I'd love to join.

Just got my BFP on Friday after coming off BCP beginning of September, I think I'll be due early-mid July.

So far not many symptoms apart from sore boobs, tiredness and constant hunger

I'm a little anxious after previously having a MMC at 13 weeks, but trying to stay positive and not focus on that.

Hi! Welcome

Would you like me to pop you down for a specific date for now?

Oh sorry to hear that Eppgirl.

Unique - definitely finding out & sharing gender asap. We havent told our kids yet..but im not sure my 2yo would understand, and my 14mo definitely wont.

Thanks! Pop me down for the 11th as that's what I've worked it out at based on ovulation, I feel like I might be a bit later though since I didn't get a BFP until 24dpo!

Also, no idea if it's a boy or a girl or if we're going to find out! xx

 

[eppgirl]

Can I get opinions on something?
I decided to call the larger OB near my town to ask if they would be willing to do a VBA2C, well she said that they would likely do it, but it also depends on the reasoning for my csections and everything I would have to be seen. I am currently going to the Ob who delivered my twins who will not do any kind of vbac, so I would have to switch.
Would it be worth it to switch to the new OB in the case that I get my VBA2C or should I just stay with my Ob and go with a repeat csection?
I would love the opportunity to naturally deliver. The Ob doctor who delivered my first forced me to do a csection claiming it was emergency because he wanted to go home.

 

[MissEyre]

Can I get opinions on something?
I decided to call the larger OB near my town to ask if they would be willing to do a VBA2C, well she said that they would likely do it, but it also depends on the reasoning for my csections and everything I would have to be seen. I am currently going to the Ob who delivered my twins who will not do any kind of vbac, so I would have to switch.
Would it be worth it to switch to the new OB in the case that I get my VBA2C or should I just stay with my Ob and go with a repeat csection?
I would love the opportunity to naturally deliver. The Ob doctor who delivered my first forced me to do a csection claiming it was emergency because he wanted to go home.

First off, that's completely awful that the Ob that delivered your first forced you into a c section. I feel like woman should have a shot at the birthing experience that they want to have. If a VBAC is your goal, I think it's totally worth visiting the new OB office to at least discuss your history and to see what they say. I hope it works out for you!

 

[UniqueBeauty]

Can I get opinions on something?
I decided to call the larger OB near my town to ask if they would be willing to do a VBA2C, well she said that they would likely do it, but it also depends on the reasoning for my csections and everything I would have to be seen. I am currently going to the Ob who delivered my twins who will not do any kind of vbac, so I would have to switch.
Would it be worth it to switch to the new OB in the case that I get my VBA2C or should I just stay with my Ob and go with a repeat csection?
I would love the opportunity to naturally deliver. The Ob doctor who delivered my first forced me to do a csection claiming it was emergency because he wanted to go home.

I agree with Miss, if that’s what you want then it’s definitely worth looking into.

I went to make my son a cheese sandwich for his packed lunch today and there was some cheese left which I went to eat but my god, I gagged straight away it was disgusting! I normally LOVE cheese!

 

[Four2Five]

I agree with the others! I would call your current on and request them to send over your records to the new ob so they can assess if you are a candidate for vbac under their guidelines since your current ob doesn't do them. I think they will understand and if they don't well then maybe it's worth moving anyhow! Let us know what you decide

 

[Livvy]

Agree with everyone else -- explore your options!! Then you can decide what's right for you.