TTC and Beyond!

[frsttimemama]

Our dog was SO funny when I was pregnant. He was SO gentle, he always laid his head on my baby belly when I was sitting in the recliner. He liked to cuddle up against it and let his brother kick him at night when I was in bed. And he was SUPER protective of my belly. All. The. Time. It was amazing! I'm sure they would have been BFF's. Animals can totally sense it.

Cassidy, sending positive thoughts for your cousin! So scary!

Ashlee, I'm so surprised that test isn't darker than that! Goodness! Still so excited for you!

All of your baby bellies are so adorable!

 

[frsttimemama]

So, I'm kind of freaking out a little. If you read my post on the ttc thread yesterday, then you know I'm having issues with my boss again. I've very behind on my work bc I've been so sick and so exhausted. I'm starting to have a few good days here and there so I'm trying to get caught up. I tried to explain things to her and she basically made me feel like shit. I'm so scared she's going to start causing me problems and trying to get me in trouble. I'm already scared of what will happen with my pregnancy. There is no telling if or when I could end up on bed rest, what complications I might have or when I will deliver. On top of that, I was already stressed about work and she just kicked it up a few notches. I really don't need that!
Anyway, I have to call this week and see what my short term disability will cover if I go on bed rest. I have 6-8 weeks for maternity leave and then 12 weeks of FMLA leave on top of that. So my goal is to keep working at least until mid February which would be the beginning of my 3rd trimester. I've hear that many std companies only pay 60% of your salary, so I'm still worried about money. Better than nothing I guess. Maybe I'll have a nice healthy pregnancy and won't have to worry about it!
Anyway, had to get that off my chest. lol I'm just such a planner and the unknowns are getting to me!

I had STD, and it paid 60% of my salary for no more than 11 weeks. I only got 8 because of the way things worked out. They said I could still work, but work said I couldn't because of a lifting restriction. Anyway, long story short, it was not as much for as long as I thought, but it worked out okay for us. Hopefully it does for you as well. I also hope that you get something figured out with your boss. Too much stress!

 

[morganwhite7]

I am doing it due to the belly trauma I had, which is what caused the placental rupture as well as lots of muscle tissue damage on my lower abdomen (all due to the seatbelt). I also have a SubChorionic hematoma that has been bleeding my entire pregnancy (they hope for it to go away by 20 wks) which is caused by my placenta having issues trying to adhere. So its just a lot of risks for problems all in the same spot. And speaking of that, the bleeding started again yesterday, light flow, so hoping it goes away soon- it's so worrisome. I had gone almost 4 weeks with no bleeding. Anyways, they also recommend 6 mos in between surgeries to heal, but doc said she'd be willing to try VBAC if I preferred, but I am NOT taking any chances on this rainbow. I want a guaranteed safe entry to the world, whatever is BEST for this little person.

 

[frsttimemama]

Morgan, I was just getting ready to ask how the bleeding was. Ugh! I'm so sorry! Hopefully it stops SOON.

 

[MrsAmk]

Oh yea, I'd for SURE have one then if I were in your shoes! Smart choice

 

[morganwhite7]

It is lighter now.. But SO frustrating that doc cannot do anything about it. He even said bed rest is not necessary.. And I'm not sure if I'm agreeing with that bc I did a LOT of walking at the festival yesterday and then outlet shopping. More than I've done in a year or so lol so maybe I'll be taking it easy from now on. Thanks for asking

Molly how is everything? Any symptoms, and how is life since acquiring this wonderful little secret?!!

 

[MrsAmk]

It is lighter now.. But SO frustrating that doc cannot do anything about it. He even said bed rest is not necessary.. And I'm not sure if I'm agreeing with that bc I did a LOT of walking at the festival yesterday and then outlet shopping. More than I've done in a year or so lol so maybe I'll be taking it easy from now on. Thanks for asking

Molly how is everything? Any symptoms, and how is life since acquiring this wonderful little secret?!!

I am feeling good. I am a little concerned that I lost my incredible hunger and bloat.....I sure hope everything is ok. I go in on Friday for another u/s and a doc appt.

 

[Disneybaby26]

Nikki- beautiful bump!! You're looking great!!

Julie- I'm so sorry this has been so rough for you! do they know that you're pregnant?! With twins?! Hopefully you get it all figured out soon and they get off your case!! I have the option of a short term disability buy up. My plan pays 60% but if I have the option to pay a tiny bit more and get 70% while I'm on leave. Maybe you can look into something like that??

Ashlee- the progression looks great!! I know that it's worrisome, I'm not sure if that ever goes away?? I'm glad they're getting you in sooner rather than later for some betas though!!

AFM- our first trimester screen is tomorrow at 3pm. I'm SO excited!! We are gonna go to the doc and then go do our rounds at all our parents and brothers and sisters houses and then I have dinners with different girlfriends almost every night this week to share the news and maybe a Facebook announcement next Sunday for our anniversary! I cannot wait until it's not a secret!!

On a side note: I went to a baby shower today at a million dollar, 3,350 sq foot house...it was 63 degrees and rainy here today. Instead of sitting inside the McMansion, they had us out on a semi covered deck freezing cold and getting misted on. It was at 2pm and there were only a few appetizerish foods (veggies, dip, etc) no real food and only little tiny bottles of water, and after 2.5 hours if sitting in the cold mist watching her open presents they offered everyone "make your own sundae". I was like um yea, no thanks!! It was heinous.

 

[asmcsm]

Thanks for the reassurance ladies! Can't wait till Thursday to feel a little better. For the time being my boobs hurt a ton tonight and today while I was working I had that gush of cm that everyone else says they get. Freaked me out for a minute though because I thought it might be blood. Come on little bean! Stay sticky and grow strong!

 

[TTCaWee1]

Ha I still think the increased cm is AF. I look at the tp every time I pee lol. I wonder if I'll ever stop...

 

[asmcsm]

Ha I still think the increased cm is AF. I look at the tp every time I pee lol. I wonder if I'll ever stop...

Lol I totally did that all day today. Gosh I can't believe you're already in the second trimester! I can't wait to get to that point. I've had major bump envy looking at all the bumps pics.

Been trying to explain some of the important milestones of pregnancy to hubby tonight lol. I'm excited, but also scared to let myself get too hopeful. I think I need some yoga or something to stop stressing out lol

 

[TTCaWee1]

It's hard not to get excited. I still tell myself not to get too excited. I think I'll be a little more relieved when I hit 24 weeks. Or when I can start feeling kicks

 

[frsttimemama]

I never stopped worrying until like 36 weeks.. lol. Then I knew if he was born he could survive pretty well.

 

[frsttimemama]

For those of you who used clomid, did it change your AF? It isn't as heavy as it has been so I'm just curious because I know it affects your hormones.

Hope you're all feeling and doing well!! Happy Monday!

 

[morganwhite7]

Sandy here's an article, ask Dr. Google.. it seems many women report the same thing!

https://www.whattoexpect.com/forums...hives/light-af-after-1st-round-of-clomid.html

I'm so excited to see how it works for you, I have a feeling your BFP is right around the corner!!!

AFM- Feeling wonderful this morning. Very thankful today. Loving the Fall weather, I've got my brown leather riding boots and big knit sweater on, I looove it! My belly is also quite round this morning, I can't believe I only have one more week until 2nd tri- how the heck did that happen so fast?!?!! Oh also the pot roast was a HIT yesterday.. DH had friends over for football and they all loved it. It was the first one I've ever made, thank God I used my mama's recipe! Happy Monday to all

(P.s. Omg just looked & only 30 days until we know the sex, so exited!!!)

 

[asmcsm]

Woke up because of backache. My bed and I are not getting along Going to have to figure something out otherwise I'm going to be one miserable preggo. Nausea got the worst last night before bed. Got up off the couch to head to bed and threw up a little in my mouth eww. Had to put on my seabands to reduce the nausea so I could get to sleep. Going to try and go back to sleep, I'm exhausted.

 

[morganwhite7]

Ooh sorry Ashlee I definitely feel your pain, half of the time I end up going to sleep on the cool leather couch :/ I finally whipped out my body pillow lastnight, it feels so much better to have something between your legs for support. But having to pee every 3 hours and having dreams about babies doesn't help either lol

 

[asmcsm]

Ooh sorry Ashlee I definitely feel your pain, half of the time I end up going to sleep on the cool leather couch :/ I finally whipped out my body pillow lastnight, it feels so much better to have something between your legs for support. But having to pee every 3 hours and having dreams about babies doesn't help either lol

lol I moved out onto our couch with a body pillow. I've got body pillow in front of me, couch pillow behind me, dog curled up behind my legs and cats on the arms and back of couch lol

 

[frsttimemama]

Thanks Morgan! Glad you had an awesome weekend!

Ashlee, hope you feel better soon!

 

[TTCaWee1]

Sandy - I don't think mine changed. I can't imagine it would do much after just one dose but that's just my opinion.