November 2013 Babies!

[luna_19]

Did you have to do the 1 hour test first mama? I did mine last week and passed. So glad because I didn't have to fast for that one but would have for the next one and I'm always hungry!

 

[mama.luv]

I've heard of people doing the 1hr test but for some reason, my test is 3hrs. I couldn't eat passed midnight. I still haven't eaten, and I am starving. I have one more blood drawn to do in 5min then I'm done. Thank goodness.

 

[Nariah01]

We've decided on cloth diapers as well. We have about 40 disposable diapers that we will use in the hospital and the first few days, but after that it will be all cloth! We are going to do a combination of prefolds +covers and probably pocket diapers. And we are just going to was them ourselves to save even more money. We weren't huge on the poo diapers either, but if you get a diaper sprayer by the time your baby is on solids then it helps. If you breastfeed you can just put those straight in the wash and the poo will rinse out. I watched a bunch or videos and did about a week of research so I feel pretty good about it.

We also took our first birthing class this weekend and a car seat class which was pretty cool, learned a lot about safety which was good. And soon I will have to take the glucose test too, but mine is 3hrs so not looking forward to it.

 

[luna_19]

weird, maybe it's just doctor preference if they send you for the 1 or 3 hour test...

 

[whittnie117]

I have a three hour test as well coming up. Which is not good for me because I have to fast for 12 hours and then go for the test. I get real nauseous if I don't eat. I hope I get through it without throwing up!!

Today is Sunday, but I'll post a pic in the next day or so. I don't feel like getting out of my pajama dress, lol.

 

[luna_19]

ooh I almost forgot about picture day!
here's my 26 week shot

 

[wantb502]

I have my glucose tolerance test on the 28th. I believe I do 1 hour and if I fail, then I get to do the 3 hour. I really hope I pass! I can imagine not eating!

Here's my Sunday bump day photo... I'm feeling ultra big today. Waddled when we went for a walk but it was probably because I did 3 hours of yard work and cleaned the house for 4 hours! I'm whooped.

 

[The Alchemist]

You ladies are making me feel like a horrible mom for not having had done my 1hr gtt lol. I know I gotta, but I'm feeling too achy. That's no excuse though. I just hate driving all the way to the hospital and wait. Bleh...

Mama - I won't know the status of my placenta until my next scan, which is in September during my 28th week. So...I don't even know if it's moved higher or still the same. Hoping it moves up high enough to avoid a c/s.

So hers my Sunday bump day pic. I did wake up felling itchy on my tummy. IM growing and stretching I guess.

 

[The Alchemist]

Oops, forgot I was holding a sandwich in that pic lol. I was eating while taking a selfie.

 

[berniegroves]

I hope all of your glucose tests go well and come back clear. We don't get them as standard in the UK, so they're only given if sugar is found in your pee sample. I'm glad really as don't fancy not eating for that long!

 

[Rockinmomtobe]

Hi ladies....sorry to hear about all the complications some of you are having. FX everything works out great

Ill post my bump sometime this week. UGH, sooooo exhausted. Im so glad we only have one more weekend car trip. After that Im hibernating until this baby gets here. My feet swell so bad when Im int he car that long. But the wedding and seeing friends was nice, so I shouldnt complain.

I have my 1 hr glucose test next week, if I fail that then I take the 3 hr one. Im really hoping I pass. OH & I both have got diabetes in the family (although neither of us do) so Im hoping everythings ok.

I told the office Im not working late this week or this weekend. We could use the money, but I really have to stop pushing myself so hard. Im getting so tired by the afternoon that I dont want to exercise or do anything. Im starting to feel bad about that. Soooo, just my regular 40 hr week this week. And more exercise.

So whats everyones opinion on 27 weeks....am I considered 3rd tri at 27 or 28 weeks? Thanks

 

[Co_Cowgirl]

I remembered to do a picture! I didn't realize I hadn't been taking any pictures at all along the way. This one is from Saturday we had a wedding to go to. I think my husband has some from Sunday but I will have to bug him for them.

https://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm176/doublelrider/20130803_190946_zps83f1fdc4.jpg

We are at 26 WEEKS! Just 98 days to go!

I have my 1 hour glucose test on Wednesday. I guess I have to read up on my instructions so I don't mess it up!

I think we have settled on Kaylee Sue. My OH's grandmother helped raise him and her name was Linda Kay. My dad is Raymond Lavern and Sue is my mother and OH mom's middle name.

I know I won't be passing on Raymond or Lavern and I feel bad because my dad got jipped with 2 girls. Lee is a shortening for Lavern so I am telling him that part is for him.

Husband likes it and I like it just not sure we are telling everyone yet. Everyone has to have an opinion!

Alchemist- That sandwich is making me hungry! How long till lunch time??

 

[Co_Cowgirl]

P.S. How is there NOT a Hungry feeling?

 

[wantb502]

27 week is third trimester in my book!

 

[The Alchemist]

Rockin - write you've been working like crazy! It's time you take it easy as you're officially in third trimester (in my book too). Who knows how third trimester will treat you!

Cowgirl - that was a tuna sandwich and yep, it was good. I ate that half sandwich as early dinner and then I ate a full meal for actual dinner lol. My appetite has increased in the last week, yikes! My cravings has changed from fruits + veg to full on cookies, cakes and pastries. Holy moly....my butt's gonna get big! Love your bump btw and your smile is priceless

 

[Rockinmomtobe]

Thanks ladies.....I havent had a TMI question for awhile, so here it goes:

Ive read some things that checking your cervix is a no-no...(Im not doing it, nor do I plan on it) HOWEVER....Im at that beached whale stage where vaginal sex is slightly uncomfortable, so OH and I...ahem....are finding other ways to satisfy my serious need for sex lol. So...not to sound like a 16 yr old girl, but...its ok if he fingers me right? What is the difference between that and checking your cervix? Does the cervix sit higher? Or should we just....keep it on the outside?

I feel like a complete fool for even asking, but, I certainly dont want to continue to do anything thats going to be harmful. The doctors always said (sex wise) as long as Im comfortable we're ok until she says otherwise....but, we didnt get very specific.

Dont laugh too hard at me, but I need your advice

 

[luna_19]

Your cervix is way higher, it's pretty much impossible to.find it unless you're really way up there

 

[mama.luv]

Rockin: Well at least you guys are doing sexual things. My husband is too scared to do anything. I don't think a finger is bad as long as it's clean. The midwife told me sex is not bad, just stop if you see blood. If you scared of him touching the cervix, maybe he shouldn't go so deep. Or have you thought about using vibrators?

Nice bumps everybody. I will post mine later today. I was so busy yesterday doing that dang 3hr glucose test then I took a lonnng well deserved nap. Then I had to take my son to the mall to fill out job applications, then I went grocery shopping, then I cleaned up a little. And I also tried to catch up on my tv shows that I have tivo'd, like "Dexter." A couple of my blood test results are posted on my Doctor's website. My dang iron level dropped so I know I will be hearing from my Doctor soon regarding that, other than that, I'm still waiting on the 3hr glucose results.

 

[missjenn]

Hey Rockin...are you sure you might just not need some lubricant. And the "teenage" (lol).....stuff is fine for sure! Who told you that checking your cervix was not a good thing in pregnancy...I never heard that before.....I check it every now and then just out of curiosity on where it is sitting and such. Also...sex is a healthy part of pregnancy...if it's okay for the main attraction then it's okay for the smaller ones .

 

[mama.luv]

I have my glucose tolerance test on the 28th. I believe I do 1 hour and if I fail, then I get to do the 3 hour. I really hope I pass! I can imagine not eating!

Here's my Sunday bump day photo... I'm feeling ultra big today. Waddled when we went for a walk but it was probably because I did 3 hours of yard work and cleaned the house for 4 hours! I'm whooped.

Nice bump and you are definitely growing. Is that the baby's room? I love that painted tree.