November 2013 Babies!

[mama.luv]

I'm the 5th in the 4 days: mines the 25th too!

I haven't bought anything, but my friend brought a ton of her stuff over today... Baby swing, bather, bassinet, and bouncer. She going to give us another bouncer and a pack n play (matching set with the swing). It's getting real!!

It's great to get hand-me-downs. We got a crib, stroller (single) and a bouncer from my aunt. But of course I will need a double stroller, which are soooo expensive....boooo. My mom's co-worker just had twins a year ago, and she's going to give me some stuff too.

 

[luna_19]

we haven't bought anything either but a friend of mine says she got me a big bag of stuff from someone she knows. Can't wait to see, she said all the clothes are so tiny and adorable

We'll probably pick up a nursery set once we can get our empty bookshelves moved out of the spare bedroom then probably will just wait and see what other people buy for us. I doubt we will need to buy a whole lot of anything else.

oh and a travel system at some point. mama twin stuff is so expensive! When we were expecting two we found also that so many things like the double pack n play and the double snap n go stroller weren't even available in Canada! You should see if there is a parents of multiples group in your area. There are tons of them everywhere and they often have swap meets so you can pick up some good deals

 

[mama.luv]

Good idea Luna, I'm going to look into finding some groups like that. Thanks

 

[whittnie117]

This is a long shot Mama, but I saw a double stroller clearanced at babies r us for 180. Now, whether yours has it or not is a toss up. They keep their clearanced gear in the box and not on display, you just have to find the red tag on the box.
I really want the Graco Modes stroller, but it is 400$ I don't think I can justify it when I can get a safe, reliable one for half that price.

 

[mama.luv]

I was just in Babies R Us yesterday and I didn't see anything. I'm just going to put it on my registry and hope someone buys it for us $400 is too much for a stroller. I remember when I had my son 16yrs ago, strollers were only like $150 or less.

 

[whittnie117]

Unfortunately, I don't believe I am going to have a baby shower. or make a registry. I only have 6 family members left alive, and maybe 3 friends. And most are men, lol. Most of the cost will go on us. Thankfully my mom is going to help with the crib and a rocking chair for me. I am tremendously grateful for that.

 

[mama.luv]

Well that's still good Whit. I have a big family and they really came through for me when I was pregnant with my son. But I think that's because I was only 16yrs old. Now things are more expensive. I don't think I will be getting three car seats like I did at that baby shower. I'm just grateful to get whatever they can afford. Anything helps. A rocking chair is a good idea, never thought about buying one.

 

[berniegroves]

I'm 19 weeks today! Can't believe it's going do fast!! Only 2 weeks until my scan now.

We haven't bought anything yet. We need a crib and a double stroller for my DD and the baby. We probably won't get anything bought for us which is a bummer, but it is what it is.
I'd love to live in America where you all do baby showers! Must be do much fun!

 

[missjenn]

Wow! We are going to have 4 gender reveals over 4 days. Did I get that right, the 24,25,26, and 27th? So exciting. Will there be anyone left except from our team yellow friends?
I am excited to get a running gender total for our group. Not that it is super important what sex all the babies are, more important that they are all healthy, lively little wiggle worms. But it will be fun!
I don't know if anyone else wants to do this, but does anyone want to start sharing what we purchase for the babies at any time? I think that would be fun. Maybe because I like shopping, lol. If no one else wants to, that's fine too!

We have our gender scan this Wed and doctor tells us Thursday morning!

 

[whittnie117]

Yay so exciting, missjenn!

I know what you mean bernie, It seems like just last week I was having my complications and worrying about my baby. That was actually almost 6-8 weeks ago. The time is flying so fast. I am just so happy to have seen my baby boy active and lively on my scan Thursday.And yea, I wish I could participate in the whole baby shower thing. If my friends were girls, perhaps. I just have my mom and sister.

 

[missjenn]

I can't wait to see my baby active on the scan too....to be honest...I have a touch of worry...but I think we all do! I haven't really felt much in terms of the baby moving so I hope to see activity!

 

[Rockinmomtobe]

You're bump is adorable mama. I won't get a real bump til much later in pregnancy (fat giel problems, lol) I am so jealous of all your bumps!So cute.

Rockin, don't stress about your weight too much, you're growing a whole person in there.

Want, it is so nice you have someone to talk to in your personal life.

As for me, I found out we're having a little boy! I went out and bought a ton of things.

Thanks and CONGRATS on your baby boy sooo exciting!

Love the baby bump...its perfectly round!! Mine isnt so round...hope it gets there! Our gender scan is this Wednesday....I think its a girl...fiance thinks its a boy.

I cant wait to find out what youre having! Sometimes I feel like time is going too fast

Whit - congrats on the boy! enjoy all the shopping now!!

Mama-your bump is adorable! Mine is already bigger than that lol!!

Shall I try and pull a list together if everyone's due dates and then we can update the genders when known? We could put it on the front page.
I still have 2 weeks until my gender scan!! It's killing me to wait so long!!!

I would be forever grateful if you or someone else could put together a list. I cant seem to keep up with you girls lol. I THINK we're at 2 boys and 2 girls....but I might be wrong and as for team yellow, Im not sure. So if anyone has the time to go through that would be wonderful.

I can't wait to see my baby active on the scan too....to be honest...I have a touch of worry...but I think we all do! I haven't really felt much in terms of the baby moving so I hope to see activity!

Dont worry, but I understand, Ive felt a few things Im pretty sure are flutters, but nothing since then. Our ultrasound is a week from Wednesday, so Im hoping to see our little guy moving around....maybe seeing him will help me feel him?

AFM-busy weekend, not much to report. OH and I have a busy few months ahead of us with family visit, trips, baby showers and birthdays....things are crazy already. I just want a weekend to relax! Feeling pretty good though, like missjenn I wish I could feel baby a bit more, but last time I was at the doctor he said even 20-22 weeks is normal, so Im trying not to stress.
Hope you all had a great weekend

 

[wantb502]

I think you are right about the count so far, 2 and 2! Rockin: sounds like you do need a weekend!

As for te movements, it's a very faint feeling (sometimes stronger) I told my OB at 12
Weeks I could feel the baby and she said it was probably true because I am so thin. I feel it lost after I eat or right when I lay down to go to bed. It's a weird feeling and not yet kicks. I can't wait for DH to feel!

I think 20-23 weeks is normal for most people to feel movement. I wouldn't worry about it. You may be feeling it and just not know!

 

[missjenn]

From time to time I feel something that might flutters...I just cant be sure as all...I hope its the flutters that people talk about.

 

[whittnie117]

I think I had felt flutters starting from 13 weeks, even though they said it's too early. At first I thought it was just gas, but it became a regular occurrence when lying down or sitting. Then that feeling went away and was replaced by random thumps every now and again. I haven't felt any proper kicks or punches that are discernible, but I am sure of what I feel/have felt. So, I am going with 'it's my baby.' I know it's early and even more rare since I have an anterior placenta, but I'm going with it.

 

[wantb502]

I think it's definitely baby movements! Gas is gas... The feeling doesnt change once you get pregnant, the frequency may though!

Sorry for my horrible typos, I'm on my cell!

 

[The Alchemist]

I finally got something to call a bump! 11w to 16w comparison

 

[The Alchemist]

Ugh, sorry...second pic bad lighting and angle. I'm a horrible amateur photographer!

 

[wantb502]

Great bump!

 

[Murmers0110]

Pizza bump! Hahahahaha your silly Jo! You will loose all your weight (post baby) so fast! I have no doubt in my mind. You won't stop till you do! Allow your self this time on your life to relax about your weight and food. Enjoy it.

I love you Kristie! You are seriously the best sister in law a gal
Could ask for! I'm so lucky that I can ask you all the advise and gross questions!

I just saw this! I havnt stalked you in awhile love you too Jo! no im off too go stalk you