TTC and Beyond!

[wavescrash]

Ugh, it's going on 3:30am and I just want to sleep but Leah is so low right now, she's moving behind my pubic bone. I'm pretty sure I could do an internal exam right now and shake her freaking hand, she's moving so low. It's so weird and distracting that I can't fall asleep lol.

 

[frsttimemama]

Julie, oh my gosh what a difference!!

Those are great lists! My hospital let me wear my own clothes the next day so that's an option sometimes.

Waves, that' gotta be uncomfortable. I'm sorry.

So exciting for those who think they're starting to feel things! You probably are. I felt a few thing around 14-16 week but nothing definite or routine. Around 20-22 week I started feeling a lot all the time. I LOVE it and can't wait for that again. So reassuring for me.

I feel bleh today. Not bad, but not good. And bloaty. I'm not showing and I know that, but I feel bloaty. It's so early for that though. What the heck?

Only 1 more week til our appointment and hopefully a scan!! I'm praying so hard to see a healthy little baby with a strong little heartbeat.

 

[morganwhite7]

Morning girls!

Kara I wanted to add in my $.02 on the list..

Not really sure what you'd need normally, but this is what I learned I needed after birth and during our 2-wk stay in the NICU. First what THEY provided (and usually do- in the U.S.)..

-food!
-lanolin/breast pump/towels
-breast pads/maternity pads (the best brand name ones, they weren't bad at all. Always Overnights, I think I even stole a few packs! )
-Hospital socks (w/ rubber grips, super warm I loved em)/vag numbing spray/spray bottle
-hair dryer
-ALL baby items- little white gerber onesies/hats/socks/swaddlers
-DIAPERS/wipes/formula/sterilized water

NEED..

-items you like (me: yellow gatorade & peppermint chapstick should be enough to get me through labor)
-maternity bra/large loose shirts or tanks (better to nurse or pump in)
-comfy loose pants/slippers for dirty hospital flloor/gma-style underoos
-flat iron (if you're like me and have an afro)/makeup (to NOT look like a zombie in your childs first pics.. lol)
-your fav wash/lotion (may just use the baby's supplies- mmm shea and oatmeal )
-baby file or clippers/brush/bottom cream
-any special baby items (headbands, blankets, hats, mits, whatever you'd prefer to use over the hospital clothes/supplies)
-going home outfit (<--- I'm so excited for this part! lol)
-car seat/any insurance papers or birth plan/phone/camera/chargers

 

[Ingodshand]

Julie- Looking good lady!!! The 10 week progression photo is amazing!

Brittany- So exciting that you got to see the baby move!!

Cassidy- I felt Evan move right around 12 weeks and it felt like little butterfly kisses. I knew it was him b/c I felt the same feeling twice in a row in the same spot and he was hanging out in that spot at my next ultrasound. Later on around 16 -18 weeks, it felt like popcorn popping. Enjoy!!

Sandy- Can not wait for your ultrasound!!

BB- I am so sorry for your loss. It just sucks that you have to go through this pain. Your baby was just too perfect for this world. The only solace that I can provide is, like Waves, I too got pregnant with Evan right after two very early losses. I just kept asking why was this happening to me when all I wanted was a baby. I now know that Evan was just waiting for the perfect time to arrive and I thank God every day that he will be here soon as is absolutely perfect. Take time to heal and your baby WILL BE HERE SOON!!!!

AFM- I have been so hungry the past few days too except all I want to eat is sugar! I have not been hungry this entire pregnancy and now it is all I want to do! So weird!

Have a great day ladies!!

 

[Ingodshand]

Oh and one more thing, I am SOOOOOO DONE with my JOB!!! I can not wait for maternity leave and be outta there for good!!!!!

 

[CantHrdlyWait]

I don't hate my job but I wish I had more than 7 week off. Boo.

 

[jury3]

Britt-Just wait, another week and DH will be able to catch one. It's amazing how much stronger they get each week.

Wow Julie!!!!! Looking good. What's the average delivery week for twins?

Thanks! 35 weeks

One of our maternity shoot photos

 

[frsttimemama]

Cute Julie!!

I can take 12 weeks off, but none is paid.

 

[Disneybaby26]

Julie, you look great!! Can't wait to see more of the photos from the shoot!!

 

[brunettebimbo]

Wow that sucks. We get 9 months paid in the UK!

 

[Lotalaughs16]

Julie loveeeee the picture!! I can't wait to see more of them!

 

[frsttimemama]

I can't wait to see more pictures, Julie!

I am kinda nervous about not really having symptoms. Exhausted and sore boobs are really it. Sore back at times and a little crampy at times. Same as last time. Except by now I had already had an appointment and ultrasound that just showed a sac. Being pregnant is scary. Being pregnant after a loss is even scarier. I just keep telling myself that it is all fine, I'm not bleeding so it must be fine..

 

[Ingodshand]

I can't wait to see more pictures, Julie!

I am kinda nervous about not really having symptoms. Exhausted and sore boobs are really it. Sore back at times and a little crampy at times. Same as last time. Except by now I had already had an appointment and ultrasound that just showed a sac. Being pregnant is scary. Being pregnant after a loss is even scarier. I just keep telling myself that it is all fine, I'm not bleeding so it must be fine..

I felt the same way Sandy and it is so scary. I made my doctor give me an early scan at 6 weeks because I was just freaking myself out with every cramp or twinge. The only symptoms I had were cramping, sore nipples and being sooo tired. You will feel so much better once you have your scan!!

 

[frsttimemama]

Thanks! You're right. I'm just so afraid that there won't be a heartbeat or something! I had minimal nausea or throwing up last time, too. I think I just feel like everyone else gets sick so I should, too.

 

[HWPG]

me too sandy! even now, when people ask how first tri was, i feel guilty and whisper in response.

 

[Disneybaby26]

Guesssssss who's going for a three hour GD test?!? Faaaaaack!! Cutoff was 130, I got a 143. Wah!!

I don't even know how it's possible 28 weeks, 11pounds...I eat SO healthy!! Grrrr!!

 

[frsttimemama]

Ugh! I missed the cut off by 2 points and had to do it again. Sucks! Good luck!!

 

[Cowgirl07]

Good luck Kara.

 

[Ingodshand]

That stinks!!

 

[Disneybaby26]

Thanks girls, sucks soooo bad!! Gonna cost me a day of PTO too because I don't think ill be up for work after a 12-15 hour fast and 3 hours in a waiting room...ughh!!