Mid June and July Firecrackers Group Due June/July 2017!

[PrettyInInk42]

I'm 5'5". My mom is about the same and my dad was 5'10". BD is 6', and he's a little on the shorter side for his family. I'm really hoping Alex will be a good height. Maybe 6' or a little taller.

Has anyone heard the theory that if you double the height of a toddler at 2 years old, that's the maximum height they'll ever be? Like, I was 3' at 2yo, so I could've potentially been 6'.

 

[TTCfirstovr30]

Dobby - I am 5'3 and DH is 5'6 so we are also expecting a shorty. lol But nothing wrong with that, DH already has his options on what positions he will play in baseball like catcher (I guess you don't have to be too tall for that position)!

Pretty - You look great, your st patricks day bump and your comic-con outfit is really cute! Soon you will be taking the LO with you and think of all the ways you guys can dress us together!

808 - we went to the Hyatt Regency in Maui on Ka`anapali Beach. It was for my DH 40th bday and it was beautiful. I can't wait to visit the other islands.

AFM - So.... little upset this weekend because my mom said she wasn't going to be throwing me a baby shower. She said she wouldn't know what to do as she has never attended one and that we ("our family") doesn't believe in them as "the family" is very superstitious to not buy anything for the baby until it comes. I am upset because this is my first and have absolutely nothing for this LO and while we could purchase everything, it would be financially better for DH and I if we had some help. So anywho DH is super upset with my mother and that just causes for more negative energy. I don't know what to do on this front. So I will keep you all updated.

 

[Catalyst]

The only DIY I will be doing is growing these babies hahaha

 

[second.time]

Dobby - I am 5'3 and DH is 5'6 so we are also expecting a shorty. lol But nothing wrong with that, DH already has his options on what positions he will play in baseball like catcher (I guess you don't have to be too tall for that position)!

Pretty - You look great, your st patricks day bump and your comic-con outfit is really cute! Soon you will be taking the LO with you and think of all the ways you guys can dress us together!

808 - we went to the Hyatt Regency in Maui on Ka`anapali Beach. It was for my DH 40th bday and it was beautiful. I can't wait to visit the other islands.

AFM - So.... little upset this weekend because my mom said she wasn't going to be throwing me a baby shower. She said she wouldn't know what to do as she has never attended one and that we ("our family") doesn't believe in them as "the family" is very superstitious to not buy anything for the baby until it comes. I am upset because this is my first and have absolutely nothing for this LO and while we could purchase everything, it would be financially better for DH and I if we had some help. So anywho DH is super upset with my mother and that just causes for more negative energy. I don't know what to do on this front. So I will keep you all updated.

That's a really tough situation. I can understand why you'd be upset and taken aback. I have encountered people who feel too superstitious to purchase anything for the baby, or share the name, etc. I guess pregnancy is an uncertain time and people deal with that in different ways, but it's hard when you're trying to plan for a new baby.

Is there any way for people to chip in in a different way? Would gift cards break the rule? If people gave you gift cards to a baby store or a more general retailer, like Amazon, that wouldn't technically be buying anything for the baby, but it could help you a lot. Or could people claim items on a registry and buy them just after the baby's born? Those aren't ideal solutions but surely there's a way for your family to celebrate/welcome the baby! Do you know anybody else who might be willing to host?

 

[DobbyForever]

My mom is hosting the shower but I'm doing all the planning of games and food. Maybe suggest that? And I agree gift cards could work or eff it cash lol no shame but awk/not ok to ask.

Anatomy tech sucked. I have to go back in a week and a half but he looked healthy. Hb 147. Saw his dong so nice to know he is still a he not he like Thai for vagina

 

[Maries_s]

Wait how do you make your own wipes?! What is this sorcery?

Awww I hope they will be involved. I know they don't like kids, but it's different when it's yours. So hopefully they come around . And if not, you'll make great experiences for Alex.

Is not sorcery haha instead of using disposable baby wipes I'm planning to use reusables cloth wipes. Also, I don't want to expend $10 in only 12 cloth wipes if with approximately $6 I can make more than 30 cloth wipes.
I think cloth wipes are going to fit my lifestyle since I'm planning to use cloth diapers. But I have seen a couple of DIY of wipes that are made with paper towels on Pinterest.

 

[Maries_s]

I'll be doing cloth nappies and wipes here too. You wash them Dobby like nappies x

Is this your first time using cloth diapers?

 

[DobbyForever]

Nice. I considered cloth as I have laundry in unit and HOA covers water and I hear overall it is better, but Idk.

 

[Maries_s]

Nice. I considered cloth as I have laundry in unit and HOA covers water and I hear overall it is better, but Idk.

At first all the information is overwhelming but once you understand the difference between all the systems of cloth diapers that are now available it gets easier. I have to make this for my DH to convince him that it was worth it in the area of saving money but there is a ton of other benefits to consider.

Spoiler

 

[PrettyInInk42]

My friend used cloth diapers for her daughter cuz she was having bad skin issues with disposables. Unless any of my kids have skin issues, I'll be using disposables cuz they just seem so much easier.

 

[Gagrlinpitt]

I'm 5.4 and DH is 6.0 but my dad is 6.2 and my grandfather was 6.4 so our daughter has a chance of being taller then me...

As far as the diy stuff the mobile is coming along beautifully.. I'm very pleased with how its turning out... When it's done I'll post pictures.

I'm going with disposables.. just easier for me tbh..

 

[Betty.Rubble]

I'll be doing cloth nappies and wipes here too. You wash them Dobby like nappies x

Is this your first time using cloth diapers?

It's the first time properly. I dabbled a bit with DD but never stuck to it whereas my OH is very keen to save the impact on the environment and our money! I'm sticking to AIOs to start with as I am pretty confident with how they work but hopefully buying a selection of a few to see what we think x

 

[Maries_s]

I'll be doing cloth nappies and wipes here too. You wash them Dobby like nappies x

Is this your first time using cloth diapers?

It's the first time properly. I dabbled a bit with DD but never stuck to it whereas my OH is very keen to save the impact on the environment and our money! I'm sticking to AIOs to start with as I am pretty confident with how they work but hopefully buying a selection of a few to see what we think x

This is my first time ever and also I'm going to stick with AIOs. However, I bought a couple of pocket too.

 

[TTCfirstovr30]

I am going the disposable route.

 

[second.time]

I'm doing disposable but I do hate the wastefulness of it and the impact on the environment. Do those of you who cloth diaper think it would be worthwhile to buy a few cloth diapers and see if it works out? Part of my hesitancy is just because I've never tried it, but maybe it's easier than I think?

 

[lesondemavie]

Disposable here. I just can't stand the thought of washing that much feces out of cloth

Just popping on to vent. My obgyn always makes me feel so bad about my weight gain, which is already hard for me to accept. I'm up about 15 lbs now at 24 weeks which is still in range, but anytime I put on more than a pound a week between visits she expresses concern. I think it just fluctuates last month I put on 4 lbs in 4 weeks, and the time before that 5lbs in just 2.5 weeks. I only gained 1lb net in first tri bc I initially lost. I get her worry. If I put on 6lbs every 4 weeks from here on out I would be over that 35lb target, but I honestly don't think that will happen...and even if it does maybe that's just what my body needs. I started small, and my diet has changed significantly due to be so sick, and honestly I'd rather put on 5 extra pounds than throw up more. I'm sure it will all come off once I deliver and get back to working out and eating healthfully. All this weight worry is sure making it hard for me to kick my body image issues to the curb *sigh*

 

[Girly922]

Maries, I love your little algorithm! Just be careful not to get sucked into the cloth nappy world on Facebook, I know some cloth go for over $1000 if they're a limited edition print etc. My friend has some that were over $250 each. I know I have spent a sh*t-ton on woven wraps, and I get that cloth holds its value, but I just can't justify spending that much on something baby is only going to crap into.

Leson, I read that for someone starting off in a healthy weight, you should gain anywhere from 25-32lbs. I'm up 14lbs so far. I could understand your dr being concerned if you had been gaining that all the way through, but with your loss at the start your body has got to catch back up. Try not to let it get to you.

 

[TTCfirstovr30]

lesondemavie - I am so sorry your OB is that way. I am sure it isn't nice to have to add one more thing to worry about to the list. I would take the comments with stride. It is your body and you will grow your baby how your body wants to grow it.

AFM - I am at 22 weeks, gained 20lbs so far and baby is average size (1.3oz.) OB is happy and hasn't said anything about my weight.

 

[second.time]

Oh, I'm sorry, lesonde. I have similar issues with my doctor bringing up my weight too often for my comfort. It makes me feel anxious and embarrassed, which oddly only makes me want to eat more. I've gained about the same as you and everything I've read says it's fine. I'm wondering if there's a tactful way to ask the doctor to avoid mentioning weight as frequently? It seems like a few "extra" pounds aren't going to be nearly as much of a problem as having added stress during pregnancy.

 

[Maries_s]

I'm doing disposable but I do hate the wastefulness of it and the impact on the environment. Do those of you who cloth diaper think it would be worthwhile to buy a few cloth diapers and see if it works out? Part of my hesitancy is just because I've never tried it, but maybe it's easier than I think?

My keep going to being vegetarian is the environment. I refused the idea of cloth diapers for an entire year but indeed is worth trying just don't buy too much in case you don't like it. However, I do not recommend you to buy the cheapest diaper that you find in some place because then you are going to make your judgement based on a poor quality product.