TTC and Beyond!

[Disneybaby26]

BB- I would invest too much in "chart pattern". They're really just for confirming O. After that they're no good until after you've missed your period and your temp stays high. Try not to stress too much! Fxd so hard for you!!

 

[Cowgirl07]

Mirolee we should go to California and leave the snow behind. We reach 44 today it felt hot.

 

[MrsAmk]

I had a vaginal birth, and my lady parts are not the same as they used to be! I didnt need any stitches or have an episiotomy or anything, but my labia did split in half! I barely remember what my old hooha looked like. That and now when I pee, it veers to the left LOL! As far as how it feels, no different whatsoever and no pain with sex. Hubby says it feels like it did before I had my baby, so that's a plus.

 

[MrsAmk]

Thinking of you Waves...

 

[wavescrash]

^Speaking of "down there"... Would you mind telling me what it's like after giving birth? I've read that your lady parts can feel different, and some ladies say they continue to "sniss" sneeze/pee lol after vaginal births... can you ease my mind? It can't be that bad right?

Or anyone who has had kids already.. I am just a bit nervous since it will never be the same.

Also anyone have issues with epidural-related back probs??

I've never had an incontinence issues (when not pregnant) even after 2 kids. No snissing or anything like that. Everything looks and feels pretty normal for me down there. OH said it doesn't even feel like I've had kids before. They cut me with my first delivery and let me tear naturally with my second, stitches both times.

As far as epidural-related back issues, I've noticed this pregnancy some pain down low near my epidural site from Hannah but nothing super painful or debilitating.

 

[wavescrash]

Thanks for the comments ladies Sorry for the lack of an update - after my scan I had my regular OB appt and then took a nap before going shopping.

So the ultrasound I had this morning was a biophysical profile. They got all the baby's measurements and monitored the blood flow through the cord/organs/placenta and monitored baby's breathing. She's estimated to weigh 5lbs 3oz (and measuring 15 days behind) which is only in the 7th percentile. Below the 10th percentile, they start talking about IUGR (intrauterine growth restriction) however since Leah looks otherwise normal and healthy, they just expect her to be a healthy yet small baby.

Normally they'd recommend a repeat scan like this one in 3 weeks to see how she grows in that span but since my c-section is booked in 15 days, they're just going to have me come in for biophysical profile ultrasounds twice a week until I deliver.

After the ultrasound, I had my regular weekly OB appointment, gained a pound since last week (35 lbs total), BP & Leah's heart rate were normal, still only 3cm dilated which is REALLY annoying given the cramping and contractions I've been having. Unless anything changes, I go back next Friday & then that's it until my c-section date on March 6th.

While we were out shopping, a friend I went to high school with who was due 5 days before me, posted on FB that she had her baby on Monday, weighing 6lbs 6oz so that really annoyed me. Especially after finding out there's no change to my cervix. Oh well...

 

[jury3]

I screamed the place down during labour. I went drug free. Having a back to back baby and thirty odd hours labour was hell!

Lol I'm pretty sure this lady had an epidural at some point and was still screaming and kicking. She's definitely the loudest, most ridiculous I think I've ever seen.

Rachel-I totally understand. I am pretty independent and I hate having to ask DW and my brother to do things for me. I like it when DW is home to give me a boost off the couch lol

Nikki-Holy cow having a baby is expensive! I'm glad you got the all clear! Be careful without that birth control!

Britt-Seriously you are fine with the weight gain. I'm 29 weeks with twins and am only at 9lbs gained...both babies are looking great, measuring ahead. As long as you are getting the nutrients, that's all that matters.

Mirolee-You didn't have ms and you work out like a crazy person, I'm sure you are fine on the weight gain! lol Most of us who didn't gain much were really sick and/or had a few lbs we could stand to lose as well.
I am so tired of snow as well! We've had 50 degree weather the last 2 days, so luckily it's almost all melted. I'm so tired of cold, snow, ice, clouds, mud....I am more than ready for some good spring weather. I want sunshine! I want to take my dogs on a little walk or at least sit outside for a little while and not freeze!
I totally do the same thing! Pretty much everyday, especially now that I'm on maternity leave. I don't have much energy or feel like doing much, but I feel bad that DW has been working all day. So usually when it's about time for her to get home I get up and start doing things to make myself feel better about it lol

Morgan-Seriously, you were so tiny when you got preggo, you couldn't have avoided gaining some weight! You are growing a healthy little girl in there

 

[TTCaWee1]

Glad she looked good despite being petite. It's prob a good thing that she is still baking since she's tiny.

AFM - miserable. I'm afraid they are going to make me go on bed rest tomorrow. I am beyond swollen. I barely made it 8 hours at work today. I could only get my wedding band on this morning and that was a struggle. My legs have such bad pitting edema that I took my socks off hours ago and the indent is still there. This really sucks bc I like to do things myself. I can't have people waiting on me. Oh and I thought I was leaking amniotic fluid earlier so I went up to l&d and got strips to check my undies. Luckily it wasn't but I'm pretty sure it's a sign that I need to slow down. The peds transport team went through with a 32 week baby today and they were like this is what's inside of you!!! That moment was awesome.

 

[jury3]

Waves-Glad she's looking good, even though she's measuring a tad small. 5 lbs isn't bad at all...with twins, my goal is to get them to at least 5 or 6 lbs. You're close, hang in there!

Kara-I agree with the other girls, those scans aren't always the most accurate at measuring their weight. It's just an estimate. I'm sure she's fine
I have watched season 2 episodes 1-5 of OBEM now. I like to watch other people's stories and births, so I really like it. It's a little slow sometimes, but still good. I always really liked A Baby Story and all those shows, so it's right up my alley

 

[CantHrdlyWait]

Julie- I used to watch A baby story all the time!!

Rachel - I hope you don't have to do bed rest!!

 

[clynn11]

Can't believe you're all getting C-section dates scheduled and those babies are all gonna be here so soon!!! Craaaaziness.

Mirolee- So glad OH is finally gonna be back! Loving your bump pics in your journal. Can't believe we're already 16+ weeks along! So insane!!!

Morgan- How exciting for a 4D on Friday!! We're getting 3D done so we should get some good pics of Baby Byrd. I'm sooooo excited I can't stand it. STG also has her first scan on Friday!! It's a BIG day!!!

Britt- Don't worry about that weight gain, that's not bad AT ALL. I think my best friend had gained 20+ lbs by this point and it took her maybe 2 months to get back to pre-pregnancy weight. So don't stress on it

Ashlee- sooo is it a girl or boy??

Kara- yay for an extra scan!!! Lol. You'll have to post some update pics

Nikki- yay for running and sex!! Lol

Colette- Don't worry about gaining weight love! You have a baby growing strong in there! All is well, don't stress yourself over pettiness of a few lbs

Waves- I'm sure all is fine with Leah and she's just gonna be a little thing. How big were Hannah and Autumn??

Julie- I love OBEM and A Baby Story too! Lol I cry on almost every episode though lmao. Understandable you being so tired, you've got TWO growing in there! I'm tired with one at 16 weeks lmao. I admire your strength!!

Rachel- I'm sorry you're feeling like such crap and have bad swelling Ellie is sure enjoying making things rough on you, but she'll be so worth it in the end!!

AFM, been going ALL DAY LONG and am just so ready to be home (3 hours more at work, ugh). We have ALL of the carpet, tack strips, etc out and started laying the laminate today. So happy to see progress!! Lol. And I took a feral kitty in to be neutered, cleaned my kitchen and did a shit ton of dishes- feel like it was a productive day. I must repeat, I CANNOT WAIT until Friday!!!! 2 days!! Holy shit!! Less than 48 hours!! Ahhh. I get to see my baby again, actually looking like a baby this time! I get to know whether Kieran or Zuri is growing in there! I'm so excited. I feel like this appointment is going to make things a lot more real for both me and my husband, seeing our little babe squirming around in there. I'll be sharing A LOT of pictures so you all better be ready lmao.

 

[CantHrdlyWait]

Awwww Cassidy! I am so excited for you. I know how excited I was leading up to my scan!!

 

[asmcsm]

Cassidy, I still don't know yet. She was supposed to text my sister after her apt which was at 12:30 but at around 2 my sister still hadn't heard from her. Still keeping my fingers crossed its a boy. Ah! Seriously can't wait for you to find out. You should record Kevin's face when he see him/her. I wish that I had recorded chad. He was glued to the screen because the last time he had seen her she was just a little dot on the screen and he was in awe to see a little baby kicking around in there . You better text me ASAP because I'll be on my way to Reno lol

 

[clynn11]

I'll text you as soon as we find out Ash! I hope all went okay with her scan, and hope it's a boy lol

 

[wavescrash]

Waves- I'm sure all is fine with Leah and she's just gonna be a little thing. How big were Hannah and Autumn??

Thanks dear Autumn was 10 days early and was 7lbs 9oz. Hannah was 13 days early and 6lbs 5oz.

 

[goldstns]

Can't wait til Friday for u Cassidy!!

thx ladies...we will probably use condoms. My body just hates BC.

I am not totally sure how my bits have changed. Doc today did an exam and said all looks like it did before birth....dh said hell b the one to determine that...so I'll keep u posted. Sex might wait til weekend cuz I'm beat.

 

[goldstns]

Oh also, IV been pumping during the day and I think its causing an increase in production, which isn't bad but my boobs kill like every 2 hrs. I'm worried I'm going to make myself over produce. From 7am-4pm I made 25 oz.

 

[goldstns]

Oh...morgan...vag didn't hurt me much during birth. It felt more like trying to push out a massive poop when constipated. But after it hurt for 48 hr to pee. Epi didn't hurt at all, but the fear and anticipation sucked! I'd do an epi again for sure. What hurt are the contractions.

 

[brunettebimbo]

BB- I would invest too much in "chart pattern". They're really just for confirming O. After that they're no good until after you've missed your period and your temp stays high. Try not to stress too much! Fxd so hard for you!!

Thank you.
Keeping mine crossed too.
I usually have sore boobs from 1DPO. I only had one sore boob if I prodded it. Today I've woken up and they are sore so hoping its a good sign.

 

[frsttimemama]

Just checking in! Hope you're all well. I havr about 20the pages to catch up on. I'll probably do that in the car tomorrow. Did I miss any BFP'S? I love vacay, but I also can't wait to be home.