May 2013 Babies

[Tournesol]

More babies? I would definitely like one more. I had thought I would have three, but I guess my angel is number 1, so one more would be fine. Plus, hubby is 15 years older than me (45) and keeps telling me he doesn't want to be an "old dad" so we are on a bit of a time limit!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Oh Tour you are so young though! I bet you can have another!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Mizz-I hear you! I keep getting worse as far as contractions. Never felt them with DD, then they kinda hurt with DS but everything else checked out okay. Now PTL along with painful contractions daily. Yea I'd say my time is up. It's a huge risk and mentally is probably way worse than physical. HUGS!!!

 

[padbrat]

Of course Mizz... we have all had our challenges with our pregnancies but we will all get there! It is amazing when I think back to the beginnings of this thread really...

In terms of if we will have more... well... time is not on our side. I am 41 now and it took us 10 years to get this far. I don't know if my luck would hold out if I dared to try again lol.

 

[MizzPodd]

Kelly see that makes complete sense to avoid the risks! It's just hard for me because I am 24 and had my first at 21, second at 23, and it feels like I should be at the point where risks shouldn't be so damn hard! this makes me nervous to even try for another a few years from now because inknow risks gtow as you get older, i cant even imagine what will pop up for me if i try at 30 or something im terrified. I always knew I was born to be a mother and it breaks my heart at how difficult the process keeps getting for me. But you know what, one healthy baby is a blessing and extra would be icing on the cake!!! I am very grateful to have this third precious baby, and if it is in my best interest to stop after this one, I will live my life fully complete!

Pad I am so happy you have your miracle baby now and that just helps me realize how blessed I am to have a beautiful healthy toddler Your story makes me even more excited for you to have a healthy baby boy you sure have been through alot sweetie. I love hearing about others path to pregnancy because it helps me appreciate my healthy girl thank you.

But ladies it really bugs me when I see women with kids and treat them terrible but can just pop them out with no problem! It's like how can they have it soooo easy when they don't even act like they want their kids!!! Life is filled with many mysteries....

 

[Courtney917]

Aww! Hugs to all of you!!!!!!!!!! We want one more but I am afraid as I had so many miscarriages before this baby. Although I would like an age gap of 2 years I am so scared to wait that long. I feel like we should try again right away so that my hormones are still in pregnancy mode (not sure if this makes sense). Plus I am going to be 33 in September and DH will be 38 in August so we aren't the youngest people around, lol. But hey you never know we could all have other babies and be fine with the pregnancies, our bodies are so strange.

I agree Mizz when people get pregnant at the drop of a hat have like 6 kids and treat them like crap. Its disturbing and so sad. I never knew of conception troubles until this pregnancy and it opened my eyes. I feel so terrible for women that can't conceive at all, they must have a hole in them. As that's how I started to feel when I kept miscarrying and truly didn't know if I would have a third child. Now the fear of something happening again resonates and I actually dread trying once more.

BTW Mizz, smart idea about taking your daughter out. I remember when my oldest son was in childcare and he would come home with DIRTY clothing everday. They NEVER used the bib on him (he was 22 months old). It used to get me so angry until one day I finally said something. It's like we as parents strive to teach our children certain things and some of these schools could care less. She's better off at home until she's ready for pre school. Then I feel like we have to worry about the curriculum in pre school bc the standards for kindergarten are so ridiculously hard. I never thought I would be asking my son's pre school if they align their curriculum with the school district but now I find myself doing just that. Sorry for the rant, lol.

Well I hope all of you ladies have an amazing week

 

[MizzPodd]

Courtney I am terrified to try again too! But of course in the back of my head I still have the desire to have one more... And you're right, we could very well have okay pregnancies! Only time will tell whether or whether not its meant to be... In the meantime, we r about to see out new little babies in a few more weeks!!!!!

I truly feel for women who can't conceive and that's another thing that helps me remain appreciative of my pregnancies even if they r risky. At least I'm given the chance to grow a new life

Wow dirty clothes!! See I don't understand how you can have a job as a care giver but not act like one. There are some great daycares out there I know. I just don't think this one is right for her. I have learning tools at home that I will be teaching her so she will be ready for preschool thanks for sharing the curriculum info because now I will make sure her preschool matches up with the kindergarten place she will go to.

 

[Courtney917]

I can't believe it's only a few more weeks. U had a but of a melt down this morning bc my next OB appt is when I'll be almost 37 weeks and she has to do a swab for group b strep. I've always tested positive for it so I am freaking that I will go into labor before my appt and they won't know if I'm positive or not. Probably a totally irrational fear but I'm so scared. Then I realized my husband will be 3.5 hours away that entire week ;-(. I'm starting to get nervous that he's hearing up to make his grand entrance sooner then later as he hasn't been moving around quite as much.

Yes don't mind me with the rant on schools as you know I'm a teacher and probably over analyze things way too much. However it is important that you check to make sure they have some sort of curriculum in which they teach per reading skills. I know by kindergarten they are basically expected to know all letters and all sounds and some sight words it's insane. When we lived in NY there was universal pre k within the school district for free. However here in PA we have to pay for pre k and our kids are supposed to basically be at the beginning stages of reading upon entrance to kdg. Ok enough of me ranting lol.

They're taking you off bed rest at 36 weeks right? Or was it 34 I forgot. You must be soooooo looking forward to being able to walk around!!!

 

[MizzPodd]

First, I would be freaking out too if I was in your position and you know you go early, plus you are veteran by now so this may possibly be your quickest delivery! Lol I hope baby holds in there long enough for you to get the test at least. Do they know you may go early??? They should test at 34 or 35 weeks.

I hope your hubby doesn't miss anything! That really sucks that he will be so far away and rant away girl! I posted a thread about how annoying ppeople make me when they bring up your loss knowing you don't like talking about it!!! Grrrr!

Okay so I am so happy she knows her abcs already. I hope to get her reading by 3 1/2 4 maybe I'm too excited but I'm up for the challenge lol I don't think there's anything wrong with you knowing all of this because it only benefits your child

At 34 weeks I get off of bedrest!! Well, I think now 36 because of pre e but it becomes modified so I will be able to walk a little everyday at 34 weeks!!! Omg I'm so excited. I just want to sit outside if the weather is warm by then. I miss feeling breezes and ring able to be in the sunlight!!!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

One year ago today I was rushed into emergency surgery to stop the bleeding. My angels were gone. Was one of the worst days of my life. I was in shock and total disbelief. I was bargaining to God to save me from the pain and make it all disappear. I wasn't going to be having a baby at all in October. The physical pain didn't half compare to what I felt in my heart. Devastation..... And here I sit in disbelief that I am carrying a miracle. My little rainbow after such a brutal storm...

 

[padbrat]

ILuv I hear ya... and echo what you feel. It is devastating....

Which is why I sit here feeling my Son move around and think this is a miracle right here and now! I cannot believe that after all our heartaches our time has come!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Definitely a miracle! Just can't wait to hold him in my arms. We've come a long way! :*)

 

[Tournesol]

Sorry Iluv

Gone but never forgotten and only good times to come now xx

 

[MizzPodd]

Kelly
You know I completely understand that feeling. It hasn't been a year yet but I am dreading her birthday because I realize if she was here, this rainbow baby wouldn't be. It's so bittersweet. We FINALLY got her beautiful urn and she resting FINALLY peacefully in her little sanctuary.

We have all come so far with each of our dreadful journeys but now we will have that baay in our arms. My angel is my guardian angel and she has been protecting her little brother or sister this whole time. I love her so much and know we will meet again one day.

 

[MizzPodd]

I'm trying not to over think but when I get my contractions now it feels like I can't close my area. Don't mean to be confusing or sharing tmi but usually I can kind of hold it back in lol kinda like when doing kegels but now it makes something down there push outward. I know I'll be 32 weeks in literally one day but I don't want to deliver anytime soon
Does anyone know the feeling I'm referring to? (I got it around labor with dd1 but I was 38-39 weeks at the time)

 

[Courtney917]

Argh I just wrote an essay and it was deleted by mistake!!!!

Well basically I'm happy we are all nearing the end and we will be holding our babies soon!!!

Miss I am so happy you have your angels urn and she is resting I'm complete peace .

As far as contractions, I've been having them on and off but constant. I can barely walk at times. My tummy feels soooo soar and baby hasn't been moving as much. I'm wondering when he will make his debut?! I don't feel like I can't close my area but I do feel sharp stabbing pains there. I also have trouble controlling my urine...apparently I've regressed and now need diapers like a 2 year old!!!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Had my appt. cervix was 3.5. It was all whacked out last time with a different u/s tech. Back to the original today and it looked good! Wahoo! Last check for it too. Gained no weight. Hallelujah! she said I can start taking Benadryl to help with sleep. I go back in 2 weeks and will start weekly appts after that. This is getting real!!! I left and then they called me to say they will also be starting NST's next appt. not even sure why.... So... Overall well!

 

[Courtney917]

Glad all is well!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow! The end is truly near!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

It's getting real/scary/exciting and everything in between!

 

[Courtney917]

Yes I couldn't agree more. I'm so worried about labor. So many things keep popping into my head! Mizz has been quiet I hope all is ok with her...