*October Bumpkins*2014* 43 Babies Born!

[ljo1984]

That's madness!! Here you get weighed at booking in to do bmi (which is a load of crap anyway) and that's it, you don't get weighed again. Why is it a concern how much you put on and how is having a certain amount of veg at meals gonna change it lol. Really don't worry and I'd be inclined to refuse any more weight checks .i normally put on at end too cause of the nausea at beginning. Like yoyo said everyone gains at different rates at different times xx

 

[newlywed2013]

thanks guys. They didnt even want me to gain anything until 20 weeks which I think is ridiculous.

I know I havent been eating that great, I'm reaching for whats quick and yummy rather than what will be filling and healthy. I'm going to try and eat healthier and see how it goes.

 

[kel21]

Congrats on boy, yoyo! Glad to hear it is starting to turn to old blood.

Yay for heartbeat newlywed!

 

[jmandrews]

So scary YoYo! That officer is a jerk for giving you a ticket. Glad everything is ok! Yay for a baby boy! Crazy to think pretty soon everyone will be finding out the genders.

Found out today my HCG is down to less than 2 got
The ok to start TTC again! Yay! I'm going to temp this time since I'm not sure where I am in my cycle.

Best wishes everyone! Happy 2nd Tri to some of you! Miss you all!
It's almost been one month since we said goodbye. time is flying.

 

[Jcliff]

Somehow I have gained 15 lbs she set my goal at only one or two pounds over the next month and she wants me to try and have 2 servings of veggies with lunch and 2 with dinner. I haate most veggies.

I know it's really hard but you should def try! You will probably gain the most weight the last trimester and the more you gain before the worst you'll feel towards the end. It's really important! Also, GD is very common when a lot of weight is gained! I made the mistake of eating all I wanted with my first DD and my last trimester was miserable. Luckily, this time around I've actually lost 15 lbs my first tri and trying to watch what I eat! It's very important!

 

[SoBlessedMama]

So scary YoYo! That officer is a jerk for giving you a ticket. Glad everything is ok! Yay for a baby boy! Crazy to think pretty soon everyone will be finding out the genders.

Found out today my HCG is down to less than 2 got
The ok to start TTC again! Yay! I'm going to temp this time since I'm not sure where I am in my cycle.

Best wishes everyone! Happy 2nd Tri to some of you! Miss you all!
It's almost been one month since we said goodbye. time is flying.

Thinking of you, JM! Praying you get a healthy, sticky little bean soon!!!

 

[SoBlessedMama]

I got to have a scan today at my checkup, and little one would not sit still!! But we did manage to get a ton of good pics, and the heartrate was 176. It was such a relief to see that all looked as it should! : )

 

[Mushymilkfor2]

Congrats newlywed on the good scan! I'm worried that I haven't gained any weight yet. I am overweight already, so part of me is excited. Especially since I truly am eating whatever I want! But, on the other hand part of me is worried.

Yo-yo, that's awesome that they're able to see this early! Hopefully it's accurate!


AFM I went to the doctor today because as of last night my throat hurt so badly that I could barely talk. I was running a fever, but had major chills. Didn't even think about the fact that I was using a heated blanket to keep my outside warm. At the doctors today, the doctor confirmed that it is strep throat and gave me antibiotics.

It was a very awkward visit, as I am out of town, and wasn't able to see my doctor. And even though I told them I was pregnant when I made the appointment they didn't send me to an OB, but a general doctor and she just didn't know what was acceptable to subscribe me or not. Eventually she was able to figure it out. It's been very hard to eat, but I'm trying very hard to drink as much as I can!

I'm also having a lot of trouble sleeping, so if anyone knows any tips on what I could do to help myself fall asleep that would be great! I asked the doctor today and she just told me to exercise more, but other than that I'm screwed.

 

[MamaMac123]

Mushymilkfor2 - do you have a maternity pillow? That's done the trick for me. Super comfy! I have to have a pillow propped under my belly to be comfy.

Newlywed and Mommyberry yay for the good scans!!!! Glad the babes are all okay!

Yo yo - so exciting to know it may be a boy!

Love the bump and scan pics everyone!

Sorry to every now feeling well

As to weight gain, I'm overweight and my doc told me I should gain anything till end of 2nd or even 3rd trimester and that I should only gain 15 lbs. in a twin pregnancy! I was like are you kidding me! But so far I haven't gained any. I actually lost a few lbs at first. I've come back up to prepregnancy weight and seem to be staying there for now even though I eat constantly! I'm being conscious about eating lots of healthy foods but I also indulge my cravings.

Today I took a nap and woke up craving animal crackers and soft serve ice cream sundaes haha got my crackers here and taking DH out for ice cream tonight lol

During my nap I had a dream about a baby boy and at the end of the dream the boy turned into a girl. I'm taking this as a sign that I'm getting a boy and a girl haha

 

[mommyberry]

Yo_yo - Good sign that clot is turning into old blood. Rest up properly and the whole clot should be out of your system soon. So you are team !! Yay!!! It must be nice to find out that you are having a boy after 2 girls right!?

Newlywed - Congrats on hearing the heartbeat and don't you worry about the weight. If veggies is a big problem replace it with some other healthy food which you actually like. I'm sure there are a ton of options if you visit a dietician once.

Mushymilkfor2 - Sleeping well has been a problem for me too. I moved my bed to the wall so that I can have my back against the wall when I sleep and it helped a little. So wall supports my back and the pregnancy pillow comforts my tummy and leg. You should try that.

 

[kel21]

Congrats newlywed on the good scan! I'm worried that I haven't gained any weight yet. I am overweight already, so part of me is excited. Especially since I truly am eating whatever I want! But, on the other hand part of me is worried.

Yo-yo, that's awesome that they're able to see this early! Hopefully it's accurate!


AFM I went to the doctor today because as of last night my throat hurt so badly that I could barely talk. I was running a fever, but had major chills. Didn't even think about the fact that I was using a heated blanket to keep my outside warm. At the doctors today, the doctor confirmed that it is strep throat and gave me antibiotics.

It was a very awkward visit, as I am out of town, and wasn't able to see my doctor. And even though I told them I was pregnant when I made the appointment they didn't send me to an OB, but a general doctor and she just didn't know what was acceptable to subscribe me or not. Eventually she was able to figure it out. It's been very hard to eat, but I'm trying very hard to drink as much as I can!

I'm also having a lot of trouble sleeping, so if anyone knows any tips on what I could do to help myself fall asleep that would be great! I asked the doctor today and she just told me to exercise more, but other than that I'm screwed.

If you are having trouble falling asleep because of your illness then you could try benadryl. I usually do nyquil when I'm sick, so benadryl is a good alternative when you're sick.

 

[AshleyLK]

Sounds like all is well in the land of baby making!

My next ob appointment was moved up a week because apparently my doc has to leave town...so next appointment is April 10th. This weekend I will be double digits (hey I'm playing catch up to the rest of you all)


As if pregnany isn't stressful enough, we put moving on top of it all! Also we bought a house where all the walls were dark green! I was getting depressed just sitting in my new house, so dark and gloomy... lol I had to get It painted STAT! I've attached some photos. The brightness just changes my mood. Funny how paint color can effect ones feelings

Also I have yet to announce on Facebook so yesterday (April fools day) I purposely posted a picture of the new baby's Room With the caption "new baby's room all painted and ready to go!...well everyone thought it was an April fools joke! Lol so funny, jokes on them.

Good night y'all!

 

[AshleyLK]

Only allowed me to attach one image, well here is more the final outcome

 

[kel21]

Very nice!

 

[Yo_Yo]

Jm-we miss you here too. Love seeing you check in here and you'll slways be part of this group
So pleased you have the ok to start ttc-cant wait to hear about your bfp! Your fertility is higher after you've had a pregnancy, so ive got my fingers crossed its going to be quick for you.

Mommyberry-yes, resting up still...hope you are too? We have had quite a week haven't we? These babies better give us a nice relaxing pregnancy from now on!
Boy of girl I am happy, after all the stress I just want to have a healthy baby! its so early to tell gender, but its nice thinking of a ba y as boy or girl rather than 'it' lol
Are you going to find out gender?

Can't wait you update our bumpkin list with pinks and blues ladies!

 

[Yo_Yo]

I got to have a scan today at my checkup, and little one would not sit still!! But we did manage to get a ton of good pics, and the heartrate was 176. It was such a relief to see that all looked as it should! : )

That's great news! Love it when they put on a show for the scan! Glad you got nice pics too

 

[calm]

Just noticed I didn't say my due date. Its 28 of October, but I don't think I will get there. Firstly because I'm having twins so I think they let you get to 37 weeks, and then because I have to have a C-section due to hip problem. If we make it to October I will be happy!

 

[Yo_Yo]

Just noticed I didn't say my due date. Its 28 of October, but I don't think I will get there. Firstly because I'm having twins so I think they let you get to 37 weeks, and then because I have to have a C-section due to hip problem. If we make it to October I will be happy!

Will put your date up. It makes sense you will go a little earlier though with it being twins

 

[cntrygrl]

With all the questions and concerns to the weight gain. I am 5'3" and 125lbs, my midwife told me I should only gain 20-25lbs. Which seemed reasonable to me. If you think about it the extra weight gain puts stress on your joints, back, and hips. If you are already over weight there is really no need to add a tremendous amount of weight to that carrying twins or not. Your baby will naturally take from you. So even though we are eating for 2 or 3 in some cases we don't need that many extra calories per day. Let alone you're setting yourself up for GD and complications further on.

 

[jmandrews]

Don't stress about weight gain. I just let my body do what it needed to do. My dr told me to gain between 25 and 30 lbs. I gained 36 lbs with my DD. I was 106 prepregnancy. I lost most of it quickly. just drink lots of water! I got super dehydrated when I was pregnant even though I was drinking tons of water.

Thanks Yo Yo
Makes me feel good knowing I'm still welcome here. I really enjoy hearing about how u all are doing. I'll def let you know when I get my BFP. I'm cautiously optimistic.