November 2013 Babies!

[Nariah01]

Under the User CP menu. It is under "Edit options" at the very bottom where it says Skins. It's the BnB-momtastic option...Soooo much better.

I've given up on a baby shower, my mom is just not reliable. She hasn't even finished the invitations yet. So I am not worried about it at all anymore.

OMG thank you soo much, that is much better! Yeah I was going to give up on baby shower too, but we finally got a date set, and the person sent out evites so we shall see how many people actually come, but hey at least its happening.

 

[wantb502]

Yay! I like the purple so much better too! It's easier to read.

Alchemist: we have a bunch of wool too, they are suppose to be the best

 

[The Alchemist]

I've been with BnB for like 2 years and it has always been purple. I can't imagine looking at a white layout.

 

[Rockinmomtobe]

OMG so much has happened lol. I THINK I figured out the facebook thing....maybe. I added Alchemist and Bernie as friends i think. My brain stopped functioning properly a few weeks ago, so youll have to forgive me.

I also changed the skin of the site because that white was blinding. Back to purple.

I admire you ladies that are cloth diapering. I do not have the energy and it makes me feel bad. I know its better for the baby and the environment but Im already feeling overwhelmed and LO isnt even here yet lol.

MissJenn- did you have your sweep. I cant remember if that was today or not

I go to the doctor tonight, hopefully he'll have good news....or at least SOME news, lol

Happy 38 weeks to me And only 8 more days of work!!! Im so ready for this baby to be here!!!

Ill check in with you ladies soon

 

[The Alchemist]

Rockin - wow 38 weeks already for you. Ugggh...I'm so jealous of you ladies over 37 weeks lol. I have 2 more weeks to reach that point. Good luck at your appointment. Do you know what is in store for you at your appointment? My 36 week appointment is next Friday and dr will check fetal position. If he's still breech, he'll either attempt an ECV right there or next time. It'll probably at the same appointment. And then good luck to me...sigh...let us know how things go at your appmt!

 

[Rockinmomtobe]

Nothing exciting. Theyll do an internal exam to see if Im dilated or effaced yet (I hope so, Im super crampy) measure my stomach...I was measuring 38 weeks last week, so we'll see about that and then we'll hear the heartbeat, but thats about it. I'll let you guys know

 

[whittnie117]

Congrats on 38 weeks Rockin! Time is passing by fast for me this past week. I hope it doesn't start to slow down again. Hopefully they can give you some good news on the cervical front.

Missjenn-Today is your sweep.. I am excited for you. I can't wait for an update. I hope it works for you! I will be looking for an update.

Alchemist-I am jealous of them too For me it is more of a jealousy because their babies are just about fully cooked and are safer to come out. I want the same for my baby boy! I do feel a lot more 'safe' since reaching 35 weeks, but he's still not baked enough.

I just woke up. I went to bed at 5am (It's almost 11am now). I woke up to a tightness (that won't go away) and gas types of pain in the lower part of my abdomen. I am really uncomfortable. I hope that goes away soon. I am thinking it could be baby's position.

 

[missjenn]

Hi ladies, I had the sweep a few hours and still nothing . Just a little minor cramping but nothing . I was so looking forward to going today or tomorrow, hopefully there is still a chance.

Last week I was measuring 38 weeks but because of how effaced the baby is I am now measuring 36 weeks. The dr told me that was normal for when baby is effaced.

I changed the skin back too...that new one was awful...thanks for directions on how to!

We are definitely doing regular diapers as I have no patience, and am lazy when it comes to that stuff!

Happy 38 weeks!!!!!!!!!!

When they try and turn the baby at your appointment, if it is successful would the baby turn right away or within a few days?

 

[whittnie117]

Missjenn- do you mean turning, as in, from a breech position?

Phooey on nothing so far. But there is still time right? Walk! Sex it up! Bounce on the ball! Baby might be comfy. Time to make baby uncomfy =P I think the walking and sex helps with a sweep? I am not sure on that at all. I just heard it somewhere. Also, I think it has 24 hours to work if it is going to? I am not sure on that one either! Hopefully something gets started for you.

 

[The Alchemist]

Missjenn - the external cephalic version will be done at the appointment. The dr will manually with his hands actually turn the baby from the outside. I heard it can be a little uncomfy for mom. They'll give a shot of med that relaxes the uterus too. And there will be risks like fetal distress and the chance that baby will turn during is 50/50 and there is a chance baby will go back to breech anyway after it. But....sigh....I'll try it.....I just really don't want a section..so this ecv is my last resort. Meanwhile, I've been doing certain exercises to help baby turn but he just won't turn. :/

And as for the sweep...give it some time. keep yourself busy and active. It'll happen! Don't worry....have all the sex you can now hehe...good luck.

 

[Rockinmomtobe]

MissJenn- I've read it can take a bit for a sweep to work FX you go soon! Jealousssss!!!! Did it hurt?

My ankles are swollen again today! I cannot figure out why or what causes it. The last two days there was very little swelling and today BAM!!! Like full on cankles. I dont think Im doing anything differently than I normally do. Blah oh well. Itll be over soon

Im getting excited and nervous about LO coming!!! I cant wait to snuggle him, but Im soooo terrified of what no sleep is going to do to me...and labor.

Is anyone else nervous about labor and lack of sleep? Dont get me wrong, Im SUPER excited. I cannot wait until my little guy is here and I can love him to pieces, but...its a HUGE lifechanger...I think Im just getting a bit nervous

 

[missjenn]

Ah, the whole turning the baby process doesnt sound very pleasant but I sure hope it does the trick!

The doctor said it can take up to 48 hours so we will play the waiting game for now. It wasn't painful, just uncomfortable, felt the same as the internal exam I had last week.

I am a bit worried about sleep,mainly because I havent been able to the last couple of weeks with the flu and contractors in the house. I sure hope I sleep well tonight!

We will definitely be sexing it up tonight to see if we can get things started.

My cousin who is a nurse said that some pregnant women get the swelling and sometimes you just have to deal with it and nothing can be done. She actually had the swelling in her ankles for the last 3 months of her pregnancy.

 

[whittnie117]

So apparently I missed something, lol. I was like, 'what is she talking about changing babys position for?" Then with Alchemist's reply, I was like "OHHHHHHHHHHHH."
I hope the sexing it up will work to get things moving for you.

Rockin-Sorry your ankles are swelling. Hopefully it clears up, put your feet up again! The swelling is just part of pregnancy. Nothing you can REALLY do about it except, like I said, putting your feet up and then the stalkings/tights.
As for being nervous. That is completely natural. Since we are ftms we don't know what to expect or how it will be. So being nervous is what we do, lol. I have fears over whether or not I can keep a baby alive outside of the womb I mean, there's this little life that I will be responsible for in all ways. I don't know how I am going to do it! But I have the necessarily items to do it and I just have to let things come naturally and get help from my support network (MIL and my mommy).

Alchemist- Hopefully the doc trying to change the baby's position doesn't hurt too bad and the baby decides to STAY head down. When will you get that done?

 

[The Alchemist]

Whittnie - the manual turn by dr will be done next friday. I think that's November 1st? By then, I'm 36w, approaching 37w. Yes...let's hope the ecv works and he stays heads down. I'll make sure he stays heads down if it works. Gonna bounce on that ball like no tomorrow! Just pleeeeeease work!

 

[missjenn]

Hey guys, my lazy 39 week pic from yesterday morning. I really hope that was the last bump pic.....since the membrane sweep there has been no change so I'm not very optimistic .

 

[Rockinmomtobe]

Hi ladies-

MissJenn-LOVE the pic. I forgot to take mine yesterday. I really should, Im just lazy.

Went to the dr last night. Nothing going on. Im still not effaced or dilated at all.
I asked about induction (which I really dont want) because things dont seem to be moving along at all. She said theyd wait until 41 weeks before we induce. THATS ANOTHER 3 WEEKS!!!!! aaaahhaahahah BLAH! Hopefully something will happen before that.

Theyre watching my weight and swelling since both are not good. I gained 6 lbs in a week. Doctor thinks its the swelling, but without any other symptoms of pre-e they dont seem too worried.

Other than that, Im just feeling....discouraged. Im trying to stay positive. Im soooo excited for baby, just feeling overwhelmed I need a hug

 

[berniegroves]

Rockin - try not to stress about the swelling or the weight gain. Honestly with DD I was like a giant water balloon at the end! And I promise the water weight comes off so quickly!! 12 hours after having Miley I was 17lbs lighter!! It will come off xx

Also it is totally normal to be nervous, honestly I find it strange if a woman says she isn't nervous as having a baby is the biggest things anyone can do. I really feel that getting through my first labour was mind over matter. Trying to stay calm throughout, controlling your breathing, finding a position which YOU find comfortable and remembering that the pain isn't a negative thing, with each pain you are one step closer to your baby. You can do it honey!!
And the lack of sleep with a newborn is just something that you adapt to for a period of time. I don't want to lie and say its easy, as it isn't, but it will pass. And every parent in the world finds their own way of getting through it and you will too. Unfortunately there isn't any way to prepare for it or to know how well your baby will sleep. Some sleep through really quickly, others take a bit of time. But I PROMISE, it is all worth it!!
I wish I could give you a hug as I am feeling nervous about it all as well!!

MissJenn - I hope something gets moving for you soon. But im sure baby will make a move when he is ready, you have just made him very comfortable that's all!

 

[cat123456]

Hi ladies iv got my induction booked for tomorow. God im feeling sooo much scared anxious excited worried unfortunatly its mostly bad things like i bet they dont hav a bed for me so il hav to keep waiting or il get there nd thyl refuse i just wana cry but laugh and not one person understands. It started to feel soo unreal. My midwife also told me that if thers a medical emergency then itl b my induction thats pushed bk. :'( i just wish it was 8am so i could find out not 6.12 pm trying my hardest to focus on the kids :'(

 

[Rockinmomtobe]

Hi ladies iv got my induction booked for tomorow. God im feeling sooo much scared anxious excited worried unfortunatly its mostly bad things like i bet they dont hav a bed for me so il hav to keep waiting or il get there nd thyl refuse i just wana cry but laugh and not one person understands. It started to feel soo unreal. My midwife also told me that if thers a medical emergency then itl b my induction thats pushed bk. :'( i just wish it was 8am so i could find out not 6.12 pm trying my hardest to focus on the kids :'(

Cat- Good luck with your induction and keep us posted. Im keeping my FX that everything turns out great for you and soon youll be able to hold your new LO

Bernie- Thanks so much for the kind words. It means a lot. It really does. Im having a super hormonal day, I know thats part of it, but sometimes it just feels like a lot to handle...new parenthood. But I really am excited.

Work is running me ragged today trying to make sure everything is caught up before I leave....I tried to do this a month ago, but NOOOOO they wanted to wait until I was a week and a half from giving birth to do it. GRRRR

 

[luna_19]

Hey don't know if you're all on the fb group but baby arrived very suddenly last night! It's a boy