TTC and Beyond!

[goldstns]

Cassidy- so sry. I hope your baby comes first and u get all the attention! The benefit of a party together is your guests won't have to go to 2 parties, which could cause them to have to choose a party which could cause more pain if someone goes to hers and not yours...

 

[goldstns]

Helpful advice: keep any eye on your insurance eob's because so far IV caught 3 bills I shouldn't be paying for and insurance said they made a mistake and I was right. So keep any eye on it all!

 

[wavescrash]

Amanda - that sucks that it wasn't your waters. It really sounded like it. Did they say what it could've been?

For those who have had babies - can you feel your cervix dilating? I keep getting stabbing tearing pains in my vajayjay with each BH. I just wonder if something is progressing in there. It's definitely different than her head grinding she does. This is more of a "slicing open" sensation. I'm interested to see on Wednesday if I've dilated or anything.

They said discharge but I don't get how it would soak through a pantyliner and my underwear but who knows. The house doc said she saw "some milky-white discharge" but that's definitely not what soaked my liner. Oh well. Can't fight a negative test lol.

And the spotting she said was likely due to cervical changes but my cervix didn't dilate anymore so who knows.

And no. I've not felt dilation. I've had the slicing open sensation you've described numerous times and thought it was dilation as well but it wasn't. Don't know WHAT the pain was though lol.

I'll update on my ultrasound/last weekly appt later once Hannah's in bed.

 

[frsttimemama]

Nikki, glad you guys are both okay!! I was reading some sample GD diet plans and they sure seem to have a LOT of carbs in them.. bread and fruit and milk and veggies and meat all in the same meal? Geesh! Is it just me or does that seem a little crazy?

Cass, I'm so sorry. You have every right to be upset. I don't have any good advice, but I'm sure it will all work out okay!! Like someone said, maybe you will already have your baby?

Nichole, so sorry. I hope you get your BFP soon. I believe n miracles. Just sayin!

Rachel, how are you feeling?

Waves, that's crazy!!

Sarah, love love love your pictures!

Morgan, I'm still thinking of you and praying all turned out okay!

Hubby's cousin is pregnant. She's about 5 weeks ahead of me. They went for a private gender scan. I'm not sure if I'm convinced you can really tell well at 15 weeks? Thoughts?

 

[clynn11]

My cousin was told at 14 weeks and they were right. My mom found out at 16 weeks and they were right. I found out at 17 weeks exactly and they better be right haha. My little sister goes in on monday, she should be around 15 weeks and we're gonna see if theyll give her a guess.

Thanks guys. I feel bad feeling jealous and I know everything will work out just fine. I just had a pity party for myself.

 

[wavescrash]

I had my ultrasound this morning - I thought I was supposed to get a full biophysical profile with doppler and measurements once a week and then just doppler/fluid check once a week (so 2 scans in total) but they didn't do measurements this morning (didn't do them Monday either.) However blood flow and fluid levels looked good. Then I had my final weekly OB appointment this afternoon. I've gained 36lbs total up to this point (gained like 1-2 lbs a week the last few weeks it seems) and my BP was 132/70 (higher than my usual but still normal.) Leah's HR was 158 which was high for her but she had been moving like crazy not too long before that. Fundal height is only measuring 34 weeks (so 4 weeks behind) but we know she's small and she's just curled up, sitting low which would affect fundal height as well. No cause for concern on my doctor's end seeing as the twice weekly scans are going okay. I mentioned the leaking/spotting from last night and asked if she'd check my cervix since I had the same house OB that tried telling me I was only a fingertip dilated last weekend. I'm still only 3.5 cm which is RIDICULOUSLY frustrating seeing as I've had the contractions, cramps, and that spotting last night which they said was likely due to cervical changes. Oh well.

She said to just monitor movement (due to small size) and if I ever feel like she's not as active, call and go in for an NST. I have another ultrasound on Monday and then that's it until my c-section on Thursday. It was a little depressing because my OB made a comment about how each week she hasn't expected me to make it to my next appointment yet I always do. It really sucks but what can you do? I can't force the baby out lol. After all that, I picked Hannah up from my mom's and did some shopping/walking around. I felt lots of cramping and a contraction or two while walking but as soon as I sat down, I felt better. I just wish I could do something to go into labor and get this over with already. If I'm still pregnant on Tuesday, that will officially be the longest I've ever been pregnant lol. I had my first at 38+5 and my second at 38+1.

 

[frsttimemama]

Thanks Cassidy! I just wasn't sure if it was accurate. Sounds like it though!

Amanda, that's so frustrating! I had biophysical profiles weekly last time. They told me that they couldn't measure size but every 2 weeks or it isn't accurate.

Nikki, did you have more ultrasounds than usual? I'm expecting to just because of the GD and how cautious she was about pre-eclampsia due to my blood pressure last time ..

 

[wavescrash]

Amanda, that's so frustrating! I had biophysical profiles weekly last time. They told me that they couldn't measure size but every 2 weeks or it isn't accurate.

Yeah... when I had my first one (last week, when they did measurements) he said normally they'd repeat with measurements in 3 weeks to compare but I only had 2 weeks until my c/s at that time. But since they requested twice-a-week scans, I figured at least one of them would be for measurements. I highly doubt blood flow is going to change much in the last week and a half and it's annoying to drive 30-35 min to the scan place only to be in there for 10-15 minutes. I don't even get to see her face or get pictures outta the whole ordeal lol.

Oh well. I suppose it could be worse and I could be having the scans because something was actually wrong :/ And I only have 1 more to go... it's just a waste of gas at this point, I think lol.

 

[goldstns]

Sandy yes I had 2 extra u/s at then end to make sure she wasn't too big. And she was measuring fine. She came out at 7lbs 7 oz. I did go in 2x/week starting at 32 weeks for nst. As for meals...that meal u described sounds unreasonable. So what I can remember off the top of my head is u can have as much protein as u want and must have at lest one serving per meal/snacks because its needed to help break up the carbs. For carbs, one serving is 45grams of carbs and u can have 8 servings/day. They recommend 3 meals and 3 snacks a day (not going more then 2hr between eating something). Meals should contain 1-2 servings of carbs and snacks only have 1 serving of carb. And carbs always accompanied by protein. And to figure out best carbs to eat look up glysemic index (GI - sry if I spelled it wrong). You want foods with low gi. U'll be surprised what's considered a carb...like milk, cheese, beans.

 

[Cowgirl07]

Sandy 15 weeks seems really early, but I know people that have found out that early.

 

[asmcsm]

Cassidy I know how you're feeling all too well! Of course, my sister isn't due as soon after as yours is but I think it's hard to not get jealous when we've had to try for so long and it happens for them on accident when they aren't in the best circumstances. Of course I try to remind myself that my sister has had a miscarriage and that she had tried for 2 years without success when she was with her ex, but I think it's just unavoidable. And I think it's perfectly okay for us to be a little jealous even though we are happy for them.

 

[brunettebimbo]

Nichole sorry AF got you.

Amanda I can't believe your having your baby NEXT week!!

Cassidy I think those feelings are normal. Id be pretty annoyed too!

Katrina so glad you've got your appointment booked!

Sandy we found out Tristans gender at 15 weeks. There was no denying he was a boy!

 

[brunettebimbo]

I've woken this morning and I'm feeling much more positive about things today. I have a feeling this baby is going to be ok. FX I'm right!

 

[HWPG]

Sandy, we try to eat low gly generally. If you head for the 'ancient grains', you'll do well - so think quinoa, buckwheat, couscous (the qui laity kind, not the box kind), etc. (ps for our gf friends - buckwheat is gluten free!). a nice protein the size of a deck of cards, and a good veggie and salad. That's how we try to balance our meals/plates. We like spices/spicy, so for example, on our salmon we put chile or chipotle pepper. And we always marinate chicken. So don't think bland, just find you flavor in spices instead of sauces . Ya know?

Afm, I went shopping yesterday. I bought two bras, two wooden puzzles (1 year old party tonight), 4 undies, two pairs of shorts for my nephew, and an outfit for my niece. $100! What?! I didn't see that coming. But. We received our bonus oaychecks yesterday, so it's fine. Tonight is the bday party - the family is Indian so the food is going to be great! Tomorrow at 4p I have a prenatal massage, yay! So today will be spent cleaning the house and doing chores - work before rewards!

 

[HWPG]

Oh cass, I meant to mention - when my sister had her first, I wasn't even pregnant and I was crazy blind with jealousy. When she had her second, we were trying, and I said to her and my mom "I don't care if we have the same due date, I'm having my own shower". Luckily it didn't happen that way but I totally get how you feel. Things will probably all fall into place, but it totally makes sens for you t o be upset right now.

 

[morganwhite7]

Sandy- I had my 3D gender scan at 14+6 and it was very clear!! As long as babe cooperates.. Lol

Thanks SO much for all the support ladies.. Got very busy yesterday and couldn't find time to update before I passed out in bed around 9! Lol. Hubby is good to go.. It was a bit scary, they asked me to come up to the stand and voice that I supported the recommendations they gave and that I agreed that he has been punished enough not having Jaxon with us everyday. Things went great and we had a huge brunch with the family afterwards.. It was very bittersweet but I can see such an improvement in hubbs' general outlook on everything. He feels like he can finally start to plan our lives together and move forward without this looming over his head. Feels great. I'm so thankful!!

12 inches of snow coming Sunday/Monday..... Ergh! Guess I'll clean/nest today til my love gets off work at 3.

IT'S MARCH.. I'm gonna have a baby NEXT month!!!

 

[brunettebimbo]

I'm so glad things went well

OMG as if it's come round that quick. I remember your BFP!

 

[Cowgirl07]

Cassidy I probably would be a bit ticked. I think they should each have there own.
Afm I'm tired I think af is gone though.

 

[frsttimemama]

Morgan, that's such a relief! Thank goodness!

Yay for AF being gone Katrina! Fx sooo much for you!

Bb, glad you are feeling better about it.

Thank you all for the tips. Sounds mostly like I just need ti eat like I usually do, add more balanced. snacks, and give up refuned sugar more or less. I don't drink soda, but i love icecream and chocolate. I could have slept all day. Ugh. But I can't. I have to do errands before i work 3-11and tonight and tomorrow night. Ugh.. i have to spend the night at work Sunday night because of the snow, too. I hate winter!

 

[Cowgirl07]

I had pie for breakfast I feel so lazy, I don't have to do chores today so I'm snuggling with my dog.