Pregnancy 2010 - September

KatalynasMommy

YAY Angela Congrats on the BABY!!!


I joined this last month I have been on Clomiphene this is my 4 month on it. Been on Metformin all year. I have lost 32 pounds this year 42 in all and still not pregnant. Hoping I can get advice for all you ladies during trying to conceive and if I get pregnant.

Congrats to all of you that are expecting or already had their babies!!!

I can't wait until it's my turn I've had so many nieces and nephews born since I've been trying to conceive that it makes me feel bad but on the other hand happy to be an Aunt.

AlisaToth

Okay - so I'm having a day of reflection - this time next year it could be me having the baby, and DH and I are very excited about that. It seemed to have gone by so quickly for Angela, and last night I dreamt about babies, babies, babies. Oh I can't wait!

I completely know what you mean!! I had a dreams all night about being preggo and I had one very real feeling dream that i had a babygirl and she had a TON of curly FIREY red hair (no one in mine nor my husband's family has red hair...strange) but she was beautiful and it made me sad when i realized it was only a dream...i need to go visit a friend with a baby just to get out some of this baby fever out...although it is clearl it will not break until i get a BFP.....

seestellarun13_1

Weight gain: So I have the app on my phone for WTEWYE and it said yesterday that I should only be at 16 lbs weight gain if I was told to gain btwn 25-35 lbs. This worries me! I know I should consult my doctor but he says I'm target - should I attempt to loose the weight and get back to only 16 lbs? My husband says no, just try and cut back. Thoughts? FYI - I'm at the half way point so I still have more gaining to do.

I went to the dentist this morning - OUCH!

Soon2Bfitmamaof3

How much have you gained? It is never a good idea to try to loose weight while pregnant. I do know that you gain the most of your weight in the last trimester when the baby grows about 1/2 lb a week. You should try eating more fruits and veggies, maybe you'll be full on less calories then.

seestellarun13_1

I've gained 23 lbs total. I wasn't trying to loose before getting pregnant. I was at my goal weight. I think it may be the late night ice cream and brownies....?!?:blushing:

Soon2Bfitmamaof3

I wouldn't worry too much about 23 lbs, everybody is different. With my last pregnancy I gained 43 lbs and it was gone within 6 weeks. They just make a recommendation so if your doctor says its fine than its fine. If you get too out of control they will let you know, trust me... I gained 130 with my first (mostly becaused I had pre-eclampsia and preterm labor). I'm just not hungry with this one so I haven't gained anything yet. I would watch the brownies and ice cream though, do induldge but pick one or the other. I really enjoy skinny cow ice cream sandwhiches, they're only like 140 cals and taste super yummy! For brownies you can look online for a low cal recipe because otherwise they have a lot of calories. You don't want to eat too much sugar anyhow because of GD

debnu1

I think the key with weight while pregnant is not to worry about what the number says, but what you put in your body. J\ust make a few small adjustments to what you are doing to incorporate more fruits and vegies and you will be fine. Low cal brownies or black bean brownies with frozen yogurt would be a start, then you could have a banana with chocolate frozen yogurt. It is the little things that make a difference. Just remember that you are nourishing the growing being inside of you with everything you put in your mouth. I need to really remember that!!

seestellarun13_1

Thanks for the advice (and delicious sounding alternatives) sherijiminez and debnu1!

KatalynasMommy

No luck this month, bummer :sad: In a few days will start month 5 of the Clomiphene.

rs1177

Hi Everyone!

This is a great post, thanks!

Me and my husband have been trying now for a little over a year...we have run into some problems and so my husband has been to a specialist , actually we had to go yesterday. So there may be an issue there, but with surgry the dr. is hopefull that things might start happening for us.

I have a son from a previous relationship, he's 9 now. But me and my husband despertaly want more kids, so we are praying that it will happen soon.

I am trying to lose a few pounds, I have 8 more pounds until I hit my goal weight and I'm also wanting to get more in shape and tone up. With my last pregnancy I was in really good shape ( I was a lot younger too! lol) but I did gain a lot of weight, 50lbs...but I had no trouble getting it off plus more due to working out and being in good shape before hand. I also had pretty much a perfect pregnancy. So the past 4 years or so I have put on about 20lbs and now I would like to really get in the best shape I can, because I know now from previous experience that it helps so much with getting the weight off after you have your baby....and of course your giving your baby such a healthier home to grow in!

So, I just wanted to say 'hi' and introduce myself...and I wish everyone luck with your baby seeking adventures!

mwilson1018

I think I have left the world of nausea (Thank the Lord!) but have entered the realm of pregnancy headaches :ohwell: Yesterday and today I've had horrible ones! I'm wearing a lotion that is just driving me crazy and making it worse! I've washed my hands so many times but the smell just won't go away! I all these horomones!! lol

I won't be keeping up with the posts much this weekend...my brother is getting married :bigsmile: I will be leaving tonight and won't be back until Sunday, so I hope you ladies have a wonderful weekend!

I had a lady today at work say "How ya feeling? Your hips are getting bigger!!!" COME ON! Pregnant or not, no woman likes to hear that!! Sheesh! :grumble: I know it's probably true, but that just wasn't the first thing I wanted to hear this morning, LOL

debnu1

Some people just don't understand tact, do they? I have been feeling very "fat" but I really hope no one will tell me that! On a good note my weight has been stable for the last month on my scale. We will see how it goes at my appointment tomorrow. My nausea is significantly better for the most part. I only feel sick if I am hungry or with smells. I baby sat my nephew yesterday and he had a perfume like smell--probably from his mom that really got to me. It is funny how smells really make a difference! It is nice to be feeling human again. Now to just start back to everything I should have been doing! (cleaning house, laundry...)

Have a great day!

mwilson1018

Some people just don't understand tact, do they? I have been feeling very "fat" but I really hope no one will tell me that! On a good note my weight has been stable for the last month on my scale. We will see how it goes at my appointment tomorrow. My nausea is significantly better for the most part. I only feel sick if I am hungry or with smells. I baby sat my nephew yesterday and he had a perfume like smell--probably from his mom that really got to me. It is funny how smells really make a difference! It is nice to be feeling human again. Now to just start back to everything I should have been doing! (cleaning house, laundry...)

Have a great day!

It was nice to have an excuse not to do all those things as much....laundry, cleaning, cooking.....but I guess it's back to reality!:laugh:

angrypanda

Mwilson: I agree...lots of people lack tact.

I was a month away from my wedding and at the jeweler's to pick up my wedding band. One of the employees there (who had probably seen me about 5 times before this incident) asked me, "So, how many months along are you?" I thought I must have misheard her, so I said, "Excuse me?" She repeated and I snapped back, "UH, I'm NOT pregnant." :explode: I guess in a slight attempt to justify the situation, she's an older woman and I was wearing an empire-waisted sundress that didn't exactly hug my figure. Regardless, I don't think I'd ever ask a stranger about their pregnancy. Even if they looked like they were about to pop. You just never know, and in the rare instance you might be mistaken, you just look like the world's biggest jerk.

Isn't that what every bride-to-be wants to get...a pregnancy question a month away from her wedding when she's (duh) not even pregnant!!!

Funny enough, I'm wearing that sundress today. It's the first time I've worn it since that dumb lady went running her mouth. At least if someone asks me that same stupid question, it'll be SLIGHTLY less insulting since I still don't really look pregnant

I think I might be with you on the nausea passing, too. I just had four days in a row of feeling pretty good. I was able to eat somewhat normal meals and had enough energy to be out and about, running my errands and walking the dogs. Don't worry, in the third trimester, you can have your excuses to get your husband to swoop in to your rescue again.

seestellarun13_1

Welcome rcrews77! Praying for you and Stacy, to be blessed with a pregnancy soon. And you other ladies lurking about.

So glad you ladies are finally getting over the 1st trimester yuckies. I know the DAY I hit 12 weeks I was actually hungry, nausea had subsided, I could stay awake and alert all day. But I hear it only comes back with a quickness in the 3rd trimester - give me a few more weeks and I'll be whining again.

tahmed

I cant say my m/s is gone yet, but I think I am getting closer. I have had a few good days here and there, so I think there are more comming!!!! I actually am having a problem when I eat though. If I eat more than about 5 bites of anything, I get this horrible pain in my stomach for the next few hours. It is so painful I want to cry. Then comes the "running to the bathroom" to "let it out":blushing: Sorry it is so graphic, but that continues for another hour or two. So, today I have been just trying to eat a few bites of something every half an hour...but holey moley...not fun!

ckmama

Some people just don't understand tact, do they? I have been feeling very "fat" but I really hope no one will tell me that! On a good note my weight has been stable for the last month on my scale. We will see how it goes at my appointment tomorrow. My nausea is significantly better for the most part. I only feel sick if I am hungry or with smells. I baby sat my nephew yesterday and he had a perfume like smell--probably from his mom that really got to me. It is funny how smells really make a difference! It is nice to be feeling human again. Now to just start back to everything I should have been doing! (cleaning house, laundry...)

Have a great day!

Deb you and me both, I feel like fatty mcfatter. I think my cellulite is getting worse, my muffin is horrendous and I my face is so round. But I'm trying to not let it bother me too much. I'm doing what I can to keep feeling pretty. Glad the nausea is getting better.

ckmama

I think I have left the world of nausea (Thank the Lord!) but have entered the realm of pregnancy headaches :ohwell: Yesterday and today I've had horrible ones! I'm wearing a lotion that is just driving me crazy and making it worse! I've washed my hands so many times but the smell just won't go away! I all these horomones!! lol

I won't be keeping up with the posts much this weekend...my brother is getting married :bigsmile: I will be leaving tonight and won't be back until Sunday, so I hope you ladies have a wonderful weekend!

I had a lady today at work say "How ya feeling? Your hips are getting bigger!!!" COME ON! Pregnant or not, no woman likes to hear that!! Sheesh! :grumble: I know it's probably true, but that just wasn't the first thing I wanted to hear this morning, LOL

OMG I would have had to say yep but still not as big as yours.

ckmama

Welcome rcrews77! Praying for you and Stacy, to be blessed with a pregnancy soon. And you other ladies lurking about.

So glad you ladies are finally getting over the 1st trimester yuckies. I know the DAY I hit 12 weeks I was actually hungry, nausea had subsided, I could stay awake and alert all day. But I hear it only comes back with a quickness in the 3rd trimester - give me a few more weeks and I'll be whining again.

I was at LSU today to get my hair cut and yummy Ingas' smelled so good I had to stop and get a Chicken Teriyaki bowl. I love when my nausea is gone. LOL

pmaria10

Yay Angela! I really wanna check out her FB now.

I wanted to ask all you mommas to be who have experienced getting PG....I know it's kinda gross....but did you experience any unusual discharge when you conceived? Thanks!

ckmama

Yay Angela! I really wanna check out her FB now.

I wanted to ask all you mommas to be who have experienced getting PG....I know it's kinda gross....but did you experience any unusual discharge when you conceived? Thanks!

I know that when you ovulate you have discharge, but I didn't notice anything unusual.

Soon2Bfitmamaof3

I noticed a clear discharge appearing frequently after conception. I have read that it is normal but most people don't notice it. I'm really freakish about my body and notice any little change. Still having dizziness and nausea. Hope it ends soon, will be at 12 weeks Sunday so hopefully that will be the best day ever. My MIL said she was sick the whole pregnancy with her youngest. Hope that isn't the case

debnu1

I have a lot more discharge than before and have done that with every pregnancy--I guess I just feel wet---TMI!! It is very normal and has a lot to do with the increase of blood flow to that area.

Sheri I hope you start feeling better soon. I get nauseated over little things now but it is nothing like what I was like a month ago. The wierdest thing I have noticed is that cold water makes me sick. It has to be room temp for it to feel good in my stomach. So much for getting the water from the fridge.

I actually feel like exercising today, I think I will pull out a walk aerobic tape and see how far I get...

Caliwaters25

Hey girls sorry I have been MIA I am in my last semester in school so I am busy with reading and prepping for tests. Its not that bad and gives me a break from baby brain. I feel my little peanut everyday and she is kicking harder which is great for dad to feel but worries me that she might wake me up at night. As far as logging I can't say that I have been doing so good on that but I have returned to walking and that seems to help. I had to take the glucose test and all I can say is yuck and that is cruel to make a pregnant woman fast and take a sugary drink and still keep her hostage for an hour before getting a chance to eat. Hopefully I will hear that I passed with flying colors.

mwilson- those headaches don't last forever at least with me they kind of came and went and only had them for like 2 weeks.

Yay I am so glad that Angela has had her prince hopefully we hear from her soon and get to see some pictures.

Hope you all have a good week.

ckmama

My nausea is almost completely gone and I'm 12 weeks. I think it makes a difference, I do still have those moments, week 11 wasnt' bad I think I had 2 days of nausea.

tahmed

I fell down the stairs at work yesterday. My team was on our way to lunch, and I went tumbling down in front of 11 people. Most of them have no idea that I am pregnant, and were very confused when I instantly starting crying. I was able to make it back up the stairs to the bathroom. I cut both shins pretty good, but couldn't put much weight on my right leg. I called my husband to come get me (luckily we both work downtown), and he took me to Urgent Care. They ended up having to do 2 x-rays on my leg and I have a hairline fracture to my right Tibia bone. We called my OB to make sure they were OK with the x-rays. I am in an air cast and on crutches. Not a fun friday!!!! They said to watch for any spotting, and to go back to the ER if I have any. I didn't hit my back or stomach, so they were pretty sure the baby was OK. Ug....m/s and and going to the bathroom every few hours does not go well with crutches! Plus, they cant give me anything for the pain. Just regular Tylenol.

ckmama

I fell down the stairs at work yesterday. My team was on our way to lunch, and I went tumbling down in front of 11 people. Most of them have no idea that I am pregnant, and were very confused when I instantly starting crying. I was able to make it back up the stairs to the bathroom. I cut both shins pretty good, but couldn't put much weight on my right leg. I called my husband to come get me (luckily we both work downtown), and he took me to Urgent Care. They ended up having to do 2 x-rays on my leg and I have a hairline fracture to my right Tibia bone. We called my OB to make sure they were OK with the x-rays. I am in an air cast and on crutches. Not a fun friday!!!! They said to watch for any spotting, and to go back to the ER if I have any. I didn't hit my back or stomach, so they were pretty sure the baby was OK. Ug....m/s and and going to the bathroom every few hours does not go well with crutches! Plus, they cant give me anything for the pain. Just regular Tylenol.

Oh my, I hope you get better. I'm sure the baby is fine. Don't worry too much. Sorry it hurts and not much medicine to help.

I always think it's stupid when he does it, but my husband always walks in front of me when I'm going down the stairs, I always poke fun at him for it, but he says he will stop my fall so me and the baby won't get hurt. Weird how only does that when I'm pregnant.

debnu1

Amanda, how scary!! I am sure everything will be fine, even though the crutches will drive you crazy!! I wish many happy no sickness thoughts to you...

Yesterday it took 5 minutes to find my babies heart beat I wasn't even nervous even when she started to say that if we couldn't find it she would send me for an ultrasound. The kid ended up being rather high in my belly--I am starting to think my bladder was a bit full and pushed it up higher. I am going to do the glucose test, and have an ultrasound in 5 weeks. It will be a busy end of October. I am afraid I may fail the glucose test so I am already starting to test my sugars and watch my carbs...I figure anything will help. The good news is that I only gained 2 lbs in the last month and in 5 weeks I will know the sex of my baby!

debnu1

Amanda, how scary!! I am sure everything will be fine, even though the crutches will drive you crazy!! I wish many happy no sickness thoughts to you...

Yesterday it took 5 minutes to find my babies heart beat I wasn't even nervous even when she started to say that if we couldn't find it she would send me for an ultrasound. The kid ended up being rather high in my belly--I am starting to think my bladder was a bit full and pushed it up higher. I am going to do the glucose test, and have an ultrasound in 5 weeks. It will be a busy end of October. I am afraid I may fail the glucose test so I am already starting to test my sugars and watch my carbs...I figure anything will help. The good news is that I only gained 2 lbs in the last month and in 5 weeks I will know the sex of my baby!

Soon2Bfitmamaof3

Oh Amanda I am so sorry, I hope you feel better soon. When do you see the doctor next? Did they check the baby in the ER? I will keep you in my prayers for a speedy recovery!