TTC and Beyond!

[frsttimemama]

That sounds much more fun than my plans for the day of cleaning, although I do love a clean house.
My house needs the attention, but I am SO tired lately. Oh well, maybe a nap later! What are you doing there?

Hubby swears Baby is a girl. My mom is buying girl stuff. She says if we don't need it, we will just have a yard sale and take the money for formula or diapers or whatever. Sweet intention, but I am not sure I want to deal with a yard sale. Hopefully I will be getting some energy back soon and everything won't sound like so much work.. lol.

 

[frsttimemama]

I forgot to add that Friday when I did the nuchal translucency screen, they weighed me on a regular scale that has the spinning dials you know? As opposed to digital like the doctors office (mine and theirs are pretty close).. and that one said I had gained 7 pounds. In a WEEK!! OMG. I decided if that was true, I was done eating carbs, GD or not. Mine at home I got on this morning and I haven't gained anything thank goodness, but geesh! That was scary! And I don't think it's fair to use inaccurate info because that skews my risk factors.

 

[wavescrash]

Amanda I didnt realise hannah was so young, for some reason I thought she was 3. Isnt 2 a hard age. They are so unreasonable lol. Agree about potty training. We tried at 2 and they just dont understand so hoping that few months makes a diff.

Yeah, she'll be 2 next month. It is SUCH a hard age. I've heard 3 is worse though so it'll be a crazy two years and then Leah will be entering the same stage lol.

Waves Sorry that things are difficult now, but they will settle and you will get into the swing of things. Sending lots of love and positive vibes!!!

Waves- praying things get better soon!

Waves, hope last night was better.

Thanks everyone. I had PPD after Hannah & am hoping it doesn't happen again. Last night sucked, honestly. Leah spit up a lot and that kinda set it off. It led to me yelling at OH for unintentionally trying to suffocate the baby for swaddling her wrong. Oh well. Today's a new day.

 

[frsttimemama]

Waves, I hope you don't have to struggle with that this time around! I also hope today is better for you!

GD concern: I have been testing for ketones like they told me to since Tuesday.. and every single day I have trace ketones. I'm going to call them tomorrow, but they said that they would just increase food intake if I had ketones so I did that before I called them. I'm eating more, even eating ice cream or chocolate if it sounds good.. I don't understand what's going on? I don't know how I can eat more. I can't gain a bunch of weight. I don't know. We'll see what they say. Anybody have any thoughts?

 

[Kiamaria83]

Ahh sandy thats a shame. It's good that you're being looked after though and hopefully it's manageable.
Amanda. I am now terrified of having 2 small ones. Sounds like it is very hard. You must be so tired

 

[frsttimemama]

Thanks Collette. I am. Just a little frustrating because I don't understand it. I'm sure you'll be just fine with 2 little ones! I'm sure the thought of it is overwhelming. I can't imagine it. On the other hand, I've never imagined myself with more than one child, either. Maybe that's the difference.

 

[clynn11]

I don't think she's looking at it from my point of view. I tried telling my mom how I was feeling and it ended coming out as "She's stealing my middle name!!!" LOL. My mom was like "It's not like she's intentionally trying to steal a name from you she thought it was a family name and likes it." and was trying to justify it to me and of course I end up crying and going in the bathroom. I'm an emotional person anyways, add pregnancy on top of that and I cry at the littlest things lol. I don't even know if I could sit there and explain to my mom WHY it upsets me so much because a lot of it has to do with her not being there for my pregnancy like she is for Alexis's, jealousy of having to share all of the milestones, etc. I feel like that was my last special thing and she took it. But I also don't want to seem like the crazy jealous bitch sister who goes off for her choosing the same middle name you know? I really WISH that I didn't care, but I just do.

Katrina- keeping everything crossed you get your BFP! I'm chart stalking you daily

Colette- Sorry you're feeling like crap

BB- I'm so sorry hun That rainbow babe is coming. I know it. Until then I am sending you lots of positive vibes and love.

Sandy- wish I could give some advice/insight but I know NOTHING about GD or everything that comes with it. I hope you and your docs can figure out what's going on with the ketones.

Julie- How have you been feeling??

Rachel- Your new profile pic of Ellie is so stinking cute!

Waves- I love all of the updates of Leah, she's so tiny!

Nikki- How's Alia doing??

 

[brunettebimbo]

Have you spoken to your sister about it?

 

[Ingodshand]

Cassidy- maybe try to talk to your sister? If you tell her how upset you are then maybe she will change her mind? I would be really mad too!

Sandy- not sure about the gd but I have had trace ketones my whole pregnancy and I do not have gd so hopefully won't be that big an issue!

My parents took alyssa today so I finished washing Some baby clothes and now getting a Mani/pedi. At least my nails will be pretty for birth!

 

[frsttimemama]

Thanks ladies

Sarah, that sounds wonderful! I have a gift certificate I'm saving for a mani/pedi for when it gets warmer and I'm too fat to reach my feet!

Cass, I'd still talk to your sister. I can imagine how frustrating it is that your mom doesn't seem to get it.

I've gotten a lot done today. Never enough, but a lot. I'm done. Haha. I have 2 more loads of laundry to fold and put away, but other wise, I quit.

 

[brunettebimbo]

I hate doing washing! It's the folding and putting away that I hate the most

We've had a pretty chilled weekend, fed the ducks etc. Just snuggled up in bed watching Turbo with Tristan because Hubby has been called into work! Back on the diet and gym tomorrow! I've really let myself go and we go away in 6 weeks!

 

[Kiamaria83]

Cass I agree. You need to tell her how you feel. It sounds like you're making sacrifices for her , I mean who would share a baby shower. You are being very understanding but I think the whole name thing is a step too far. Big hugs.
Sarah. Sounds like you have had a nice pamper day. I bet the pregnancy massages a nice. I am going to book one when I'm bigger.

 

[clynn11]

I just messaged her about it. I don't think I could have a conversation on the phone or in person about it because every time I even think about it I start crying. We'll see.

 

[frsttimemama]

Totally understand that Cassidy! I hope she understands and respects your feelings. I don't understand why she would even want to have the same name as your baby? I would want my baby to have it's own unique name.

 

[asmcsm]

I'm agreeing with Colette on this one. You've been such a good sport about so much already and I applaud you for being such a big person about having to share this special time with your sister. But the name thing really is just pushing it too far. I really hope your sister gets it and finds another name

 

[clynn11]

Ugh. I hate this. My mom messaged me (assuming my little sister already read the message so she is responding for her?) and was basically like "fact of the matter is Alexis is pregnant too whether by accident or not," etc. and "It is up to you on how you wish to respond to things." I honestly do not understand how they are not seeing my point of view. I wish I could just turn my emotions off and not give a damn. I give up.

 

[frsttimemama]

I finally got it to work.. here's a picture of Baby from our ultrasound!

 

[clynn11]

Soooo cute Sandy!!

 

[frsttimemama]

Cassidy, they are being ridiculous and selfish. I'm so sorry that you are having to deal with this. I hope she just has a boy and then it won't be an issue anymore, except for the fact that they wanted to be this way. I hope it gets better. We are here for you to vent any time; I know I'd need it for sure!

 

[Kiamaria83]

Cass does your little sis still live at home? That would anger me so much. Maybe just remind them how long you have wanted this and how many tears have been shed over the months of seeing a bfn and now you have finally got your bfp you want your little girl to have her own name and not have to share it . Your sis is being a bit childish by choosing the same name. Lets hope she's having a boy!
Bb sounds like a lovely day. I love watching films and snuggling.