July Sparklers 2016!

[WantsALittle1]

tgrich congrats on the digi BFP! I personally like FRERs for progression if you were looking for a way to estimate whether levels are increasing or not until you can have betas drawn. And in answer to you question, my kiddos are 3 and 1 (nearly 2)! Hoping your new OB is on the ball and gets you some bloodwork right away to hopefully put your mind at ease x

And thank you so much to DandJ and Hollynesss for the lovely badges--they are super cute!

 

[DandJ]

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[TTCBabyG2015]

For all the 2nd time mommies or 3rd or 4th, etc...what can I expect at my first visit? I know for sure the receptionist said I'll get blood drawn, I'm guessing to check levels. She mentioned they'll also try and check for heartbeat. Is 6 weeks too soon for that?

 

[Melle3]

Hello ladies,

I am in my first tri and will be due in July!

ME

 

[WantsALittle1]

TTCBabyG at 6 weeks they will likely look for a heartbeat, and it may or may not yet be there depending on how accurately your LMP timing maps to your conception date. At 6 weeks I would say your chances are good that it will be there, though! They will likely do bloodwork for hCG levels but also for general health--checking for infections, blood type, sometimes they test for mutations (MTHFR etc) depending on what your OB considers routine. Sometimes they do a PAP at the first OB visit but it may depend on how recently you've had a PAP.

Melle welcome and congrats!

 

[TTCBabyG2015]

TTCBabyG at 6 weeks they will likely look for a heartbeat, and it may or may not yet be there depending on how accurately your LMP timing maps to your conception date. At 6 weeks I would say your chances are good that it will be there, though! They will likely do bloodwork for hCG levels but also for general health--checking for infections, blood type, sometimes they test for mutations (MTHFR etc) depending on what your OB considers routine. Sometimes they do a PAP at the first OB visit but it may depend on how recently you've had a PAP.

Melle welcome and congrats!

Thank you! I'm brand new to all of this.

 

[BostonLover89]

Hi ladies! I would love to join you! I am 26, pregnant with #1 after TTC for 10 months EDD July 1st!! Woohoo!

I am a military spouse so there are a lot of hoops for me to jump through to get an OB appointment, going in to get my "confirmation test" on base tomorrow. Hopefully I will have my referral to an off base OBGYN by next week so I can see my little bean at 7-8 weeks at my first prenatal appointment. I'm so excited to get the process started though because it makes it feel more "real"!

 

[jjbuttons]

With me 3yrs ago (prob changed now?) midwife done bloods, looked at history lots of paperwork given and booked for a scan

With my first I went for a scan at 5 weeks as had lots of white string stuff come out (sorry tmi) so wanted to check) then again at 7 weeks and herd Hb

Anyone having restless sleep and can't get comfy?... Also (again sorry tmi) rabbit poop?.. Urgh forgotten what first tri is like I'm so exhausted

Xxx

 

[Hollynesss]

Welcome Melle and BostonLover!

I've had restless sleep and muscle cramps in the legs for the last two nights. I'm trying to resist taking some Tylenol for my legs for as long as I can!

 

[DandJ]

WantsALittle-You're a wealth of knowledge and that will be very helpful for us newbie moms!

Welcome Melle & BostonLover! I feel like 6 weeks is too early to hear a heart beat and even see anything but a sac/yolk sac? Once again, I'm a newb at this!

 

[jalilma]

I have officially turned into an old lady... The last two nights I have went to bed before 730... And pretty much slept like a rock.... I have zero energy.. Like less then zero!

 

[not_so_easy]

TTCBabyG at 6 weeks they will likely look for a heartbeat, and it may or may not yet be there depending on how accurately your LMP timing maps to your conception date. At 6 weeks I would say your chances are good that it will be there, though! They will likely do bloodwork for hCG levels but also for general health--checking for infections, blood type, sometimes they test for mutations (MTHFR etc) depending on what your OB considers routine. Sometimes they do a PAP at the first OB visit but it may depend on how recently you've had a PAP.

Melle welcome and congrats!

Thank you! I'm brand new to all of this.

Btw, just to add that this will be an internal exam. I was surprised since on tv u always see the ultrasound being done on top of the belly. Unfortunately our beans are too small so the probe goes internal.
Some doctors will take blood and wee samples. Be prepared with any questions u hv, some may advise u on certain foods and things to stay away from and they may explain the scans and apmts, etc. But I think the more questions you hv, the more you will get out Of the appmt.

Lucky you that ur doc is willing to see u this early! Normally docs in ny won't see u until 8-10 weeks!

 

[not_so_easy]

With me 3yrs ago (prob changed now?) midwife done bloods, looked at history lots of paperwork given and booked for a scan

With my first I went for a scan at 5 weeks as had lots of white string stuff come out (sorry tmi) so wanted to check) then again at 7 weeks and herd Hb

Anyone having restless sleep and can't get comfy?... Also (again sorry tmi) rabbit poop?.. Urgh forgotten what first tri is like I'm so exhausted

Xxx

Hi jj...unfortunately with my first I was like that the ENTIRE pregnancy. I couldn't sleep from the very beginning...I would rest but my mind was completely overactive ALL THE FREAKIN time. It was nuts. Hopefully it will go away soon and you can get some needed rest. This time around it's the opposite...I am tired and can't stay awake past 9p.m. and get up to wee overnight then sleep until the alarm clock goes off. Thank goodness for the change!

 

[TTCBabyG2015]

TTCBabyG at 6 weeks they will likely look for a heartbeat, and it may or may not yet be there depending on how accurately your LMP timing maps to your conception date. At 6 weeks I would say your chances are good that it will be there, though! They will likely do bloodwork for hCG levels but also for general health--checking for infections, blood type, sometimes they test for mutations (MTHFR etc) depending on what your OB considers routine. Sometimes they do a PAP at the first OB visit but it may depend on how recently you've had a PAP.

Melle welcome and congrats!

Thank you! I'm brand new to all of this.

Btw, just to add that this will be an internal exam. I was surprised since on tv u always see the ultrasound being done on top of the belly. Unfortunately our beans are too small so the probe goes internal.
Some doctors will take blood and wee samples. Be prepared with any questions u hv, some may advise u on certain foods and things to stay away from and they may explain the scans and apmts, etc. But I think the more questions you hv, the more you will get out Of the appmt.

Lucky you that ur doc is willing to see u this early! Normally docs in ny won't see u until 8-10 weeks!

Thank you for the heads up! The receptionist actually told me I won't be seeing my actual doctor, I'll be seeing a PA. Not sure when I'll actually get to see the doctor.

So far I don't have any crazy symptoms, I'm not overly tired or nauseated, my boobs hurt a bit but, not that bad. I don't know if that scares me or if I should be happy about it

 

[Babylove100]

Hey ladies, is anyone else suffering with light headiness and dizziness?? Its like the world is spinning today!!!

 

[jjbuttons]

Hey ladies, is anyone else suffering with light headiness and dizziness?? Its like the world is spinning today!!!

Yep me started at the weekend

Went to parents today really wanted to say but can't yet lol

 

[WantsALittle1]

I have had both, even the tunnel vision thing when I stand up. OB said in early pregnancy it's most likely to be dehydration, anemia (I always have this), or low blood sugar. She said good protein-rich meals and lots of water should help. I also have to get my iron checked, have you ladies had yours looked at to make sure that's not the cause?

 

[Hollynesss]

I've been super tired by 7pm, little bit of dizziness. My hemoglobin level is always borderline, so I'll have to make sure my doctor keeps an eye on it!

 

[Renee1784]

I'm also 31 and pregnant with my first, Renee!

Yay Holly! So exciting

 

[2b4us]

Hi there! I'm hoping I can hop on this thread. I'm 34, DH 35, cautiously expecting #1 July 9th. I had an early loss in March, so at this point I feel very sceptical. Got my BFP 3 days before expected period and spotted for a day and a bit shortly after. Hoping this is it this this time 👍🏻. Symptoms so far: sore breasts, a little nauseous and a bit of a pulling sensation in the uterus. Waiting to book my confirmation exam until I pass at least five weeks...past the point of my first loss.

Congratulations on everyone's BFPs!