May 2013 Babies

[cgav1424]

Everything looked fine at my appt. Baby's head down and doesn't seem too low, but we all know that subsequent babies don't drop like first-timers! I told him my feeling and he told me to stop thinking that way because he would like me to make it to 36 weeks. He asked if I wanted an internal done and I said no. He also said if I haven't had any cramping or spotting that I'm probably just being paranoid. Oh and I gained 3 lbs in two weeks. Lol.

Omg. We are all going to have our babies so soon! I need to get my bag packed. Other than that, we just need to wash baby girl's clothes and get her bassinet put together. I'm not buying a pump until I know my boobs will work for her. I could never produce enough for either DS or DD and had to supplement which meant that I only ended up breastfeeding for 4-5 months before giving up entirely.

Fingers crossed that our LO stays put for 2 more weeks! I don't know what my obsession is with making it to 36 weeks, but that's my magic number this pregnancy!!!

 

[Courtney917]

That's a great appointment!! I'm glad all looks good so far! So cramping is a pretty good sign that baby will arrive soon? I've been experiencing a ton of cramps. Sooo hoping its a sign of labor!

I'm sure you'll make it last 36 weeks and baby will be perfect I'm every way

 

[padbrat]

I really need to pack my bag.... have packed Leo's does that count? LOL

38 wks is our end date.... due to GD, thyroid etc. However, don't know yet if it will be c section as he is still transverse or induction. Next scan on Monday will tell... GULP!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Just got done cleaning out our medicine cabinet and pantry. Now I'm washing all the bottles! Way too many pieces though and I couldn't fit it all in. LOL Need to do his laundry here soon and start thinking about assembling the big things. Then trying to configure the carseat into my car. We really need a bigger vehicle. And don't even get me started on packing the bag! I need to at least make a list though. I'm good at throwing it together night before if I have everything written down I need. Under 6 weeks for me!!!!!!!!!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

I really need to pack my bag.... have packed Leo's does that count? LOL

38 wks is our end date.... due to GD, thyroid etc. However, don't know yet if it will be c section as he is still transverse or induction. Next scan on Monday will tell... GULP!

That's exciting! Hope he flips for you!!!! Would they consider a version if not???

 

[padbrat]

Hey Iluv. They did mention that if he looks like he is trying to move head down, but just has got stuck they will try and manually turn him... gotta say that sounds rough to me! And there is a chance even if he is turned he will just go back to transverse... I guess it is all down to what the next scan shows. I feel like he has moved lower as have started to get back pain and sciatica, but I still think he is transverse.

I have given in to panic and have packed most of mine and Hubby's bag... you can so see I am a novice compared to you Iluv lol!!

 

[MizzPodd]

So interesting night and morning for me. Had big nose bleed at 215am followed by Contractions since 3 am... They r still coming as im writing. Ten minutes apart mostly but some five to seven.
Checked everything at hospital when I finally went in at 0730. I tried to wait but this was hours of nonstop. Everything came back normal but because of the positive ffn, they have me first steroid shot. I go back tomorrow for second shot after my nst! Plus I have to get my progesterone shot so my butt cheeks will be sore lol

Basically I contract like crazy and they r turning into more intense ones good news is that I have the steroids for baby so if I deliver soon baby will do waaaaay better with breathing right now it's just a waiting game. I am on do nothing rest still and will go back in if they increase with pain or if I start getting more discharge. She saw a little but it could be the normal stuff so as long as it doesn't increase I should be good.

Oh goodness I just don't know what to think anymore lol my body is just unpredictable lol

I have all of baby's clothes washed, blankets, and bassinet ready. Hubby has to install carseat next week and move bassinet into our room.

I am hoping to make it to 36, my stitch removal date but we shall see. Gotta get to 34 first. Man these contractions are intense!! Just had one. They are now wrapping around to my back adding back contractions now. My gut tells me baby is coming within 3 weeks from now. If not before stitch is removed, then that very week! Sorry ladies I will respond to everyone later, contractions starting to hurt bad. Can't write anymore.
I will talk to everyone soon as I can though

 

[cgav1424]

Ahhhh Mizz! Crazy times for you! You sound so calm though. I would be freaking out. Lol. Do nothing and take care of you and babes. You're gonna meet your LO so soon! I'm throwing 36 week vibes at you!!! But even he/she comes sooner than later... at least you got the steroid shots so babes' lungs can mature!

Iluv - you're so close! Get to packing, lady! Lol. You're one step ahead of me... I haven't even bought any bottles yet. I'm hoping to EBF, but I don't normally produce enough so we'll see. I really should buy a few different bottles just in case. Hubs and I finally had to give in and buy a family car that will fit our (soon to be) three kids. At least it's only the carseat and a booster. Our little big man is 11 so he doesn't need anything. We bought a Ford Flex so he can either sit in the second row with his sisters or the third row by himself if he wants some space.

Courtney - Yes, cramping can be a sign of labor to come! I think you'll def be one of the first of us to go into labor. So exciting!!!

Pad - look at you getting your ass in gear so quick! Ahhhhh chick! How the heck did we get here so fast??? I feel like we were just moaning and groaning over in PARL and crying over every cramp and spot and bleed we had! Hoping Leo is a good boy and moves for you though we both know what a little devil he's been for the past 35 weeks so why would he change now?!?! Ha! Bless him though. We've been on this journey together and I can't wait to meet your boy through cyberspace.

So another update for me:

Went to my peri today and I'm back on complete bed rest. Baby is still at an "adequate" percentage on the growth chart, but she did go down in percentage. She went from the 39th percentile to the 26th. My peri called me out and told me I must've cheated the past two weeks which I totally did. I hardly rested at all as my nesting instincts kicked into overdrive. Thankfully, I accomplished most of the time-consuming and more difficult stuff so I can take it easy the next couple of weeks and focus on baby girl growing again.

 

[ILuvBabies200]

So sorry Mizz and cgav for the issues!!! My kids are home on spring break and I have really been feeling the stress. My youngest has a lot of behavior issues and he is just real bad right now. I just hope I can hang on a few more weeks until the induction.

Washed all the baby laundry tonight! Boy do I buy a ton! LOL I'm getting there as far as prepping! I don't do last minute well so I best just get it done.

Pad-Hopefully if he turns he will stay there! We just had a mom get a version in another forum I belong to and 2 weeks later she got her natural birth! Mine has been head down since my hospitalization in February. I went in on a Sunday and he was head up. When I went back for more contractions that Friday, he was head down and has remained so. Destiny however turned way late. But my boys behave in-utero.

 

[Courtney917]

Wow mizz!!! You certainly are very calm! I'd be a nutcase lol. You're baby will be okay at this point so I'm sure that stays in the back of your mind. I too am hoping he or she stays put till 36 weeks!! It'll def be soon though!!!

Aww cgav that sucks about being back on bed rest but in the long run it'll be worth it!!!

Iluv I know all too well how you are feeling with all the kids home. It gets overwhelming. Mine were home for a couple of days and my youngest can be quite a handful so I wanted to rip my hair out!!!

Well this am I had regular contractions every 10 minutes. This lasted about an hour and now it's gone. I'm hoping this baby stays put until after next week. Next week is the week that my husband will be 4 hours away everyday so I am very nervous. I'm hoping baby doesn't come next week bc that may turn out to he a disaster. But hey I can't control it and whatever will be will be!!! Keep your fingers crossed for baby to be born after the 12th lol!!!

 

[padbrat]

OMG Mizz and Court I cannot believe how calm you are with the contractions! I would be freaking out, but I guess you both know what you are feeling and what you can expect... unlike me the noob!

I luv, it all sounds hectic for you!

Cgav! I know what you mean.... time seems to have gone fast forward! It won't be long for either of us chick! Now back to bed for you lady!! Go rest!!

 

[Courtney917]

I'm starting to actually get somewhat worried now bc it's been nonstop all day. All irregular though. I'm not sure if it warrants a visit to labor and delivery if it continues? I never had this with my boys, once I started feeling the cramping it became regular and I was in labor. This has been on and off for days. Ugh, I wish it would just become regular at this point bc I'll feel like an idiot heading to labor and delivery and they stop!!!

 

[MizzPodd]

This is all new to me as well. These contractions are def not aomething im used to. its like being in labor for several weeks but with nonbaby comig out anytime soon! Dd1 was full term with none of these complications. These r torture and I'm in and out hospital every other day but I just hope to get to 34 weeks at least. Took last steroid shot today so I feel better knowin baby's lungs will be more developed in case he or she decides to come early.

It's def scary. Everytime I go in contracting nonstop and they r all calling me the mystery woman because its just so much going on lol I'm happy that they care for me so closely
Very overwhelming but optimistic nonetheless. Me and baby will do great no matter what happens. We've come so damn far already!

Court I would probably go in if they don't stop.... At least they will let you know what's going on and make you feel better or put your mind at ease.

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Wait Mizz.... You don't know who's in there?!?!?! How exciting!!!!!

 

[MizzPodd]

Lol nope! I'm team yellow!!!
Hubby knows though I can't wait to see whose been so impatient in here! Tee hee

 

[Courtney917]

I didn't go in but it's still going on...nothing regular though. Wondering if baby is just in a strange positions? Or maybe he dropped? Idk I'll see how it goes over the weekend.

Our family got some devastating news yesterday night. My 38 year old cousin committed suicide. It's a shock to all of us and truly sucks as he and I had a falling out a couple of years ago and weren't on speaking terms. On top of that since the funeral is 3 hours away I don't think I'll be able to make it as I don't want to take a risk being this far along and driving out there by myself with my kids. Ugh the whole thing sucks.

 

[MizzPodd]

Oh wow Courtney I'm so sorry to hear that unfortunately I agree with you about being that far away with your kids and by yourself with the changes your belly keeps having. If a family member asks to drive you, are you going? ( I know it's risky considering you could go into labor pretty much at anytime)
I do you hope you are doing okay tho you're in my thoughts

 

[Courtney917]

Thanks Mizz . Unfortunately I do not have any family nearby (they all live where the funeral is taking place) so it doesn't look like it will be an option. I would have to drive by myself with the kiddies in order to go

 

[MightyMom]

Courtney: You can get constant contractions from lack of sleep and stress. Both produce a stress hormone that make you contract. If it is at all possible, try to get some sleep. That will really help! I'm sorry about your cousin. You can still honor his memory without attending the funeral. Maybe light a candle for him or write him a letter.

 

[padbrat]

So sorry to hear your news Court x