October Pumpkins 2016 [47 Pumpkins - 3 Boys, 2 Girls]

[KatO79]

Congrats ajarvis

Lady I think it's because the blood flow to the placenta is supposedly better when you sleep on the left. From what I've read, sleeping on your back is the biggest no-no though because you risk the uterus/baby pressing on a major blood vessel in your body. I don't know how soon you're supposed to start doing it though, just thought I'd try making it a habit now

 

[ajarvis]

Congrats Ajarvis!! Do you already have 2 boys? I can't remember.

Yes I do - almost 10 and 7 My oldest really wanted a sister so he's going to be happy!

thanks ladies!

 

[imaginary8x]

Congratulations ajarvis!!!

Can't wait for my scan on Wednesday!!

 

[ajarvis]

Not so far away imaginary!

I did find out I once again have a low lying placenta. However it is fully expected to move up. Just means I get another ultrasound in 12 weeks

 

[MissCassie]

So my midwife appointment went well
I go back on the 16th june for my 25 week appointment. Also they wont let me go past 40 weeks.

I have to do early glucose test this week because i have pcos have a higher risk of gestational diabetes. So im doing that on wednesdsy and then im doing my Morphology scan the same day.

 

[Lost7]

Glad it's all going well ladies. AJarvis I'll add you down as - Congratulations.

I'm assembling Charlies Crib tonight (whilst dying my hair) and his car seat is already installed in the car. That's me - I am done, I just have to wait around 20 weeks for him to grace me with his presence. I am ready and waiting. I do like to be prepared.

 

[MissCassie]

how is everyone's bumps coming along?

mine at 19+1

 

[lady3]

Has mine worked? 18 weeks 6 days here. Bump has popped out immensely this week. Glad I let the secret out or I don't know how I would have hidden it!

 

[MissCassie]

Its worked beautiful bump
I seemed to have popped out alot right on 19 weeks.
People at work.. say ive been eating too many pies lol

 

[ajarvis]

very nice ladies

I'm 20 weeks today! I can start counting down now 140 days til dday!

My pic is from yesterday

 

[lady3]

Its worked beautiful bump
I seemed to have popped out alot right on 19 weeks.
People at work.. say ive been eating too many pies lol

Thanks. And to you MissCassie! You have a perfect little bump there.

 

[pam1532]

Hi, fellow October mommas~ I'm expecting a little boy on October 11th. Our first child.

I'm 18wks 4days and I've started to show in the belly the last couple of weeks. I'm a bit concerned about my weight gain, to be honest. I've gained 11lb already. 5lb in 1st tri and 6lb so far in 2nd tri. I started at about 105lb at 5'2". I heard 5~10lb in the first 20 weeks and then 1lb a week after that is ideal, but i'm obviously over that already! Am I heading towards gaining too much by the end of pregnancy at this rate? Anyone else gaining like me so far?

 

[Lost7]

Beautiful bumps ladies, Mine is as my avatar. I can't believe I'm 20 weeks tomorrow; that's half way.

Welcome to the thread pam1532, I'll add you down on Page 1.

 

[ClandestineTX]

I'm still zero for weight gain, still ok by OB and specialist for my old age due to my starting BMI. I also don't have a bump, despite frantic purchase of just in case maternity trousers, I'm literally in the same work clothes from ovulation day. And I am a little jealous because there are so many perfect looking bumps around here! I'm 19w2d today and just look like me!

 

[lady3]

Hi Pam. Welcome to the thread! As for weight gain, I have no idea what I was as I had an 11 week mmc just before I got pregnant with this one, so my weight was already higher for this one. My midwife doesn't talk about weight as they're only really concerned if you are or if your bmi is high.

Clandestine- don't worry about the bump. I wish mine wasn't so noticeable yet! You must have abs of steel. Mine are too stretched out from my other two kids. Your bump will pop out suddenly one day soon. Enjoy wearing your own clothes still while you can.

 

[bubbles82]

I still don't have much of a bump either, although I'm only 16+2. I thought I was showing earlier this time than I was with my DD, but I started proper bump pics today and when I checked back at my bump pics with DD I was in the same jeans but already unable to do them up anymore by the 15 week pic. I've not felt any movements yet either which I'm starting to worry about as I expected those by now, although I've heard the heartbeat and know all is well in there.

Also have no idea what I weigh, all I know is I was 2 kilos lighter this time round at my booking appointment than I was first time round, which surprised me as I felt like I never got back to my original weight after having my daughter and generally feel bigger. I've not weighed myself since, don't want something else to start stressing over!

 

[ClandestineTX]

So many people have told me that I'll pop one day, I got super worried and frantically bought clothes! Still waiting for the pop! I'm large boned US16/18, but healthy despite excess weight.

Due to my work situation, still nothing on FB, but have decided to mail announcements to family and close friends who don't know. Once we complete the design, I'll post to my journal on here.

 

[Blessedbaby]

hi ladies

I love all the bump pics so cute ...

congrats Ajarvis Im so happy for you ...

welcome Pam

AFM I have the flu boo hoo my childrens also have it so that isn't helping much ... I drink ginger, honey and lemon tea and the dr gave me a mild antibiotic because I also have a kidney infection ... my entire weekend was spent in bed wiping snot from my DD and blowing my nose, timing our medication dosages ... Im back at work today and my DD is a bit better but Im feeling gross ... The weather is also not helping as we had a cold and wet weekend ...

I hope everyone else is well

 

[KatO79]

I'm sure you're fine Clandestine, my bump isn't very large yet either although I'm sure that'll change for us soon. I know first time pregnant women pop later because their stomach muscles haven't been stretched out before. So don't compare yourself to any of the ladies who are pregnant with baby #2 or more. Also I think height, your body build and weight can affect things.

Sorry you haven't been feeling well Blessed, hope that you and your DD soon feel on top again.

AFM my party went well although we stayed indoors due to the almost constant rain I actually got 2 gift certificates for buying baby stuff so will need to put them to good use soon. DH grilled some beef for everyone else and scallops for me and we had a grape/tomato salad and potato salad on the side. Ended with chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream topped with DH's homemade strawberry and raspberry sauce. DH's nephew's birthday is on Saturday so getting mentally prepared for my BIL's ex-MIL to comment on me being 37 and pregnant with baby #1

 

[Blessedbaby]

thanks Kat

sounds like you had a good time .. as for the party you going to I'd be so sarcastic if she had anything to say to me ... some people can be so rude