TTC and Beyond!

[frsttimemama]

Rachel, I LOVE that onsie! Sooo cute! Sorry about the poo problem.

Morgan, I was beginning to wonder about you. Glad you're doing well, that Marley stayed in, and DH put his foot down! So glad that DH is getting so excited!

Britt, I HATE being late for anything, especially work. Blah.

Katrina, yay for no hotflashes! Sorry you slept like crap.

Amanda, how are you?

Nikki, what's your plan?

AFM, I'm on break. Haha. I've gotten a lot done, even started supper in the crock pot! (Beef and broccoli -- a Pinterest recipe I've used several times. It's sooooo good!) I have a lot more to do, but I'm gonna get ready and go have lunch with my dad. We're going to try some new Mexican place in town. Hopefully it's yummy. Then I have to go to Walmart and run to the bank which just so happens to be in another town. Then back to clean some more! And more laundry of course. Ha. I'm still catching up from vacation. I know that's sad.. Being pregnant and working 6-7 days a week, once you get a little behind, it seems like it just kinda snowballs unfortunately. We've started talking names, but nothing definite yet.

 

[brunettebimbo]

Bb - yessss it was a poo blow out. I was changing a pee diaper and sliding the fresh one under her bum when she shat. I tried to protect myself with the diaper by blocking the poo but it ricocheted off the diaper and all over her. It was on her body, arm, face, all over the changer...I had to give her a bath once I got her somewhat wiped down. It was bad.

I have a trick for poo stained clothes. Think I may have seen it on BnB. I didn't believe it would work but it does!

*Use stainer remover
*Wash and dry as normal
*Place on a window ledge for a few days.

I guess it's sun bleaching. Tristan had bolognaise on his shirt, did this and it was gone within a few days!

Nikki yes I did. He wasn't sure what it was. Prescribed Naproxen which seems to be helping it settle down!

So my car was towed to a garage, bloody clutch has gone. I can't believe how much bad luck we seem to be having recently!

 

[HWPG]

good monday morning ladies!
we need some good fortune in this thread - everyone's bumming or having bad things happen to them! someone burn some incense!
it's crap weather here - yesterday it rained and was all melty and today we have freezing rain/sleet and the roads are covered in slush and white again. boo, go away winter!
tonight after work, OH and i are going to BRU to look at strollers - yay! i'm glad to check one thing off the list with him.

 

[frsttimemama]

Ew Mirolee! That weather sounds horrible! I hope it gets better soon! I'm better now, by the way. I was just having a moment this morning. Haha.

What kind of carseats and strollers have you all gotten or are you planning to get? We will be starting to look into that type of thing shortly. We have looked at Walmart, but we aren't loving anything from there. Last time we got a great deal at Target. Just curious!

 

[brunettebimbo]

I have the Silvercross Surf and a Maxicosi Car Seat. Tristan is now in the Britax King Plus.

 

[TTCaWee1]

We bought the graco roadrunner combo. It's a bad ass jogging stroller and the carrier is super light and holds baby up to 35#. Got it in all black

https://m.toysrus.com/skava/static/...uctId=19039616&domain=https://www.toysrus.com

 

[morganwhite7]

We have a Graco SnugRide I think it's called?

Stupid contractions are really getting painful (feel like my CS uterine scar is going to RIP!?!) and it is making work very difficult! They're about 5 mins apart, seems like they're back to back though. I really wish they'd just get worse already and stop teasing me!!!

 

[asmcsm]

We also have a Graco Snugride 35 click connect.

I've been getting braxton hicks contractions since last night. Pretty sure I'm a little dehydrated though and that's brought them on

 

[RobertRedford]

I'm still having a rough day. at work and having trouble keeping myself together. broke down last night and asked my ex hubs to come with me to the d&c, didn't go over well, we ended up getting in a huge fight. ugh. he may come but surely hates me regardless. really sad today.

will catch up later, sorry for all the bummed out posts, life is throwing me some serious curveballs right now.

 

[Ingodshand]

Kara- You look awesome! I feel so sorry for your friend, but you guys are so lucky to have each other! I tried the EPO both oral and vaginal last night and I am not sure they did anything but the vaginal was not scary at all.

BB- Nice temp rise!

Julie- Yay for hitting 35 weeks!!

Katrina- How are you feeling today? Any more hot flashes??

Ashley- Sorry you felt so bad yesterday. I agree that some retail therapy might be just what you need! Do you have any consignment shops in your area? You could call and see if they have any maternity clothes

Cassidy- Feeling any better today?

Amanda- So sorry you had a rough night. Sending you big hugs and hope you are feeling better today!!!

Rachel- Love the onesie!!

Sandy- Sorry you are sad about DH being away, but enjoy your time and REST!!!

Morgan- So glad your shower went well! The pics on facebook looked so cute! Your DH sounds so sweet! How much of the EPO are you taking? The contractions sound exciting!

Mirolee- Have fun shopping tonight!

AFM- Started EPO yesterday and hoping it is doing something! Felt some cramps last night and Evan was moving like crazy! I made and froze some tuna noodle casserole last night and just got back from Aldi's where I bought ingredients to make all the rest of my meals! So excited!!!

 

[Ingodshand]

Amanda- I am so glad that your ex might come to the D&C with you. You never know where life will bring you. Rob is actually my highschool boyfriend but we broke up many times before we actually got married. We were engaged in our early 20's and broke up, but he was always the person that I wanted around when I was upset or needed someone. I hope your ex gives you the support you need.

Post whatever and whenever you want!!!

 

[CantHrdlyWait]

RR- I am so sorry you are having a rough time right now. I hope that he comes with you! I also sent you a message on FB with my info (it was easier than doing it here..or i'm just lazy..LOL)

Morgan- Glad you had a great baby shower, but i'm sorry your MIL threw a fit!

I've decided rather than the 7 weeks I was originally going to take off, i'm going to take 9 weeks instead. We've come into about $1,000 and it will help make up for the pay I won't be getting and I want to be home as long as possible. I'm terrified to tell my boss. They are not real happy i'm going to be out. I figure i'll just talk to HR first, and then I'll tell her when it's set in stone. HR doesn't want to talk until I have 60 days left until my due date.

 

[brunettebimbo]

They should think themselves lucky. In the UK you take 9 months off paid and can have an additional 3 months off unpaid!

 

[Disneybaby26]

Britt- you're so entitled, try not to worry!!

Amanda- I'm sorry it's been so rough for you lately!! I hope everything goes as smoothly as possible! We're always here for support!

We got the bob motion travel system (bob stroller, britax carrier), installed this weekend! I wanted something with inflatable rubber tires that won't wear down bc I walk everyday(and want to bring the babe) and we travel a lot of places that require a lot of walking (disney obviouslyyyy)!
https://m.buybuybaby.com/m/product/bob-reg-motion-travel-system-in-black/1041518298

 

[RobertRedford]

Thanks, ladies. All of this is so freaking hard to manage right now. I'm a hot mess at work, thank god for water proof make up. I took Friday off otherwise I would have taken the day off to stay in bed and pull myself together.

I hope he can find it in him to come with, but I understand if he cannot. Its so hard, I know he is hurt too, the divorce sucks, I would just so appreciate his support even though he is the last person that should be offering it up. He must have told his sister, who sent me an awful nasty text this morning, which was just icing on the cake.

 

[brunettebimbo]

What, why would she do that?

 

[RobertRedford]

No idea. She had some awful words to say to me. I was the one who ended the relationship so I guess I am the one who is "responsible" for his pain in her eyes. Which is fine i guess.

 

[brunettebimbo]

 

[HWPG]

oh RR, so sorry. again, i can remember all of that. i hope your ex is able to be by your side.

we are being giving a babytrend carseat - two bases and the bucket. we're also registering for a britax boulevard 70 CS - this is specific for OH's truck, and it's convertible so it will go from 5# to 70# (rear, then forward facing). when Minion gets too big for the bucket in my car, we'll buy another car seat. in regards to jogging stroller, we can either get the babytrend brand (to fit the bucket carseat) or get a general brand (bob or phil$teds) that is compatible. i want it for walking, mostly, but if OH commits to running with the baby, i want him to have the vote in the stroller. i think i'll be registering for the lightweight baby trend stroller also, just to have for quick trips.

 

[asmcsm]

Sarah- we do actually have a consignment store here in town that's right across the street from where my work use dto be located I just always forget about it! lol Will have to go look there soon.

Ugh Amanda, I'm so sorry that things have been so rough lately . The whole situation just kinda sucks. I wish I could give you a big hug I hope you get some support for your D&C though

Soooo apparently DH and I are going to see Jason Mraz again tonight bahahahaha. DH went on craigslist and found 3 tix on sale for $225 so we're going to take his little brother to see him tonight.