Pregnancy 2011 - March

MisdemeanorM

I also had a mini panic attack...what it if it twins...and what if they are both boys....Lord please let there only be one healthy, perfect baby inside of me!

The first question I asked the ultrasound tech today was, "there's only one in there right?" :laugh:

I can't wait for my first ultrasound!! What if there are two in there??? My father in law is a twin, my hubby has cousin's who are twins (my father in law's brothers kids). Not sure if that will make any difference for me.

Edit- thought i should also mention- when my mother was pregnant with me they told her she was having twins. But at her next ultrasound there was no sign of the 2nd baby. I assume that the technology used in sonograms has changed a lot since 1984.

I did do some research and my FIL should do effect our chances at all. Twins would be exciting!!

Your husband's side can't affect how you ovulate, which is why they say that twins run on the mom's side. Now, if you have a daughter, her father's genes can affect her ovulation, so her odds for twins will go up, but yours are not affected.

MisdemeanorM

My first ultrasound is on March 25th. I will be exactly 20 weeks! I am soo looking forward to it, as is hubby. We are not going to find out the sex though.

Either will we... We're rare breeds these days it seems!
We didn't find out the sex with our first baby either...and after 46 hours of labour it was the BEST surprise of my LIFE!

My older brother never has found out. I just couldn't do it! It will be very fun though.

I was thinking of not finding out with this one, but when i realized how much I did not want a girl I thought I should find out so that I didn't like start crying in the delivery room if it was a girl! :laugh: :laugh:

Mamatoabunch

I also had a mini panic attack...what it if it twins...and what if they are both boys....Lord please let there only be one healthy, perfect baby inside of me!

The first question I asked the ultrasound tech today was, "there's only one in there right?" :laugh:

I can't wait for my first ultrasound!! What if there are two in there??? My father in law is a twin, my hubby has cousin's who are twins (my father in law's brothers kids). Not sure if that will make any difference for me.

Edit- thought i should also mention- when my mother was pregnant with me they told her she was having twins. But at her next ultrasound there was no sign of the 2nd baby. I assume that the technology used in sonograms has changed a lot since 1984.

I did do some research and my FIL should do effect our chances at all. Twins would be exciting!!

Your husband's side can't affect how you ovulate, which is why they say that twins run on the mom's side. Now, if you have a daughter, her father's genes can affect her ovulation, so her odds for twins will go up, but yours are not affected.

That is correct in terms of fraternal twins. Also it is thought that pregnancies, more often than we once knew, start as twins. Often one baby stops developing and is reabsorbed. We are seeing this more as women have U/S's much earlier than they used to.

heathercrist1

So my dad had twins (I have half-sisters that are twins) and I took Clomid....so really, there BETTER only be ONE in there! lol!

AmyMooreOrLess

Rachel and 911girl I have NO idea how you aren't busting at the seams to find out what the sex is. I tried to go buy stuff for the baby but everything is so gender specific that I ended up walking out of the store with nothing! I think it is awesome that you have that much self control! lol!

I just buy a set of newborn for each sex, I usually buy practically new at baby resale shops. I don't like gender neutral clothes.

That is such a good idea! I never thought of that.

Yes I went to the hospital with a baby boy and a baby girl outfit... And once we had our boy the visitors started arriving with plenty of BLUE stuff!
I'll bring the same baby boy and baby girl outfit to the hospital this time.

AmyMooreOrLess

911Girl you look fabulous! I read that you had done Insanity. I started it (and it was intense) but it was so boring for me and I ended up not looking forward to working out (and that's not me). That is awesome that you finished it though. How much have you worked out since becoming pregnant. People always think I'm weird cause I do an hour of strength training/toning (I do Tracy Anderson Method) 6 days per week and an hour of cardio 4 days per week. I was doing cardio kickboxing/TKB 3 days per week and Spinning twice per week in addition to the strength training and cardio. I only cut that out cause I'm so tired! lol! I'm a fitness fanatic but lately it has been harder only because I'm so sleepy. What did you do to stay motivated to workout throughout your pregnancy?

After hearing how high my HCG levels were I decided to go ahead and tell my family. It was hard to hold it in as long as I did (all 6 days! lol!). The highest my levels ever got were 46 when I had miscarried back in October. I'm very optimistic and hopeful that this baby is here to stay. 12 more days and I get to see my little peanut (well at least a black blob on the screen hopefully with a little flutter)! I can't wait!

Feeling a little bit more queasy today. I did do my hour of strength training but have given up on the idea on doing an hour of cardio today. My husband and I are leaving to go out of town. He has some army convention thing to go to...and I will be spending my time shopping at the outlet mall! They have a Motherhood I plan on hitting up. Hopefully I'll find some good deals!

Hope you ladies have a wonderful day!

heathercrist1 - Thank you so much! It's appreciated. After gaining 54 pounds (starting at a healthy BMI) it was a lot of work to get it off (all but 3 pounds in 8 months). Luckily my baby boy naps faithfully at the same times twice a day so I can rely on those times for a workout and a shower. You're a busy girl with your workouts! I was doing 6 days a week prior to becoming pregnant. Due to a couple of weeks of 24/7 queasiness I scaled back...a lot! Now that the morning sickness seems to be over with I'm shooting for anywhere from 3-5 times a week (yes, if I don't feel too tired). We're going on a Mexican Riviera cruise during Spring break so I still want to rock the bikini with my little bump! Plus thinking of spending this summer at our cabin (in a bathing suit 7-9 months pregnant) has me wanting to keep my thighs, buns and arms toned. Good motivation! I'm of a healthy BMI and I know gaining 25-35 pounds is pretty adaquate. We'll see if my body cooperates! I'm already a step ahead from my last pregnancy - I didn't exercise and I didn't calorie count. That's the least I can do this time for me and my growing baby. Have a great weekend....and have fun at Motherhood!!

Mamatoabunch

Well good evening ladies. Dh and I are on our way out to dinner and a movie, maybe a little baby shopping.

mwilson1018

It's getting hard to keep up! I haven't read since last night and I just sat here for 30 minutes catching up

I stayed home from work today...I've been so sick this week (allergies, maybe?) and I just couldn't get up this morning. On top of being uncomfortable pregnancy wise I can't get comfortable bc I can't breathe out of my nose, or lay down for coughing. UGH. I'm just exhausted!

On a positive note, had my 34 week ultrasound today and Annabelle is weighing 5 lbs 12 oz. Of course I know that's an estimation. They say that should put her right on target to be an 8 pound-er if she arrives on time. It was nice being able to see her today, after a stressful, long week. It's amazing how detailed the sonograms are. We could see exact details of her lips, chin, hair line (yep, she has hair), and her toes. We could even tell that her second toe is longer than her big toe (just like her mommy, lol). So amazing.

We have lots to do around the house to get ready for the shower this weekend. It's at our house, as a way for people to see our new home too. Should have thought about being 35 weeks pregnant and tired having to clean everything before people come over..... oh well, live and learn.

Amanda, I hope you have an amazing time at your shower! They're so much fun

Sheri, I hope you find some relief! Sure sounds like Brooklynn is ready to come, but I hope your boys get to have their birthday parties, too! The zoo sounds like such a fun Easter tradition...I love the zoo too! I agree that we should keep a thread going for after we deliver... I was thinking the other day that MFP will be slightly boring without the pregnancy group, lol :laugh:

Welcome to all the new ladies! Enjoy every minute - I can't believe how fast it's gone! Only 5 more weeks for me!

There is so much to comment on, this pregnancy brain just can't remember everything!

Mel - glad you got there ok! I've been feeling like this a lot lately. I get REALLY hot and light headed, which isn't like me. Glad you didn't pass out on the plane :laugh:

joonzgurl

Well good evening ladies. Dh and I are on our way out to dinner and a movie, maybe a little baby shopping.

Hope you had a great night!

AnneElise

So first day of my eating better and working out went poorly. uhg. I have lost self control and need to regain it. Breakfast and lunch went great.... but I got home from work and what did I choose... a bowl of breyers mint chocolate chip icecream. THEN I was going to make chicken stir-fry for dinner but hubby came home with a gift card he wanted to use so we went to Outback Steakhouse... even choosing as best I could... baked potato and side saled... it was still unhealthy the way its prepared. I didn't go on my walk either. I took my students to the computer lab to start a project and I was up walking around ALL DAY (well from 7:15 to 12:30) I thought I would be able to sit but they had so many questions and they got into the project so I never sat down... not once.... and was tired and didn't go walk.

I will do better today........ I will do better today... (if you say it enough times does it come true )

LynnW52

Well good evening ladies. Dh and I are on our way out to dinner and a movie, maybe a little baby shopping.

This sounds like our plan for today! Hope you and hubby enjoyed your night out!

dragonfly74

I just wanted to say that I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. To those of you having a shower this weekend, I hope they are wonderful.

I ended up choosing not to walk yesterday. I know deep down it would have messed up the ankle again.

Today I plan on finishing up the baby's blanket! Now I will need to find a new project. I know others of you were making blankets. Have you finished them? And what do they look like?

I am sure going to miss you all when my 6 remaining weeks are up.

Again, have a terrific weekend everyone!

ckmama

I finished mine about a month ago. It came out great. I was proud for the baby and myself. I need to finish my little boys too so it will all be fair.

mwilson1018

I just wanted to say that I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. To those of you having a shower this weekend, I hope they are wonderful.

I ended up choosing not to walk yesterday. I know deep down it would have messed up the ankle again.

Today I plan on finishing up the baby's blanket! Now I will need to find a new project. I know others of you were making blankets. Have you finished them? And what do they look like?

I am sure going to miss you all when my 6 remaining weeks are up.

Again, have a terrific weekend everyone!

Glad you didn't mess up your ankle, but I know you miss your exercise!

I so wish that I could sew. I think it would be such a great trade to have. A neighbor of mine has made Annabelle some great burp clothes, receiving blankets, bassinet sheets, diaper bag, etc and I would love to be able to do things like that.

AnneElise

So I just went grocery shopping and I was feeling very motivated by doing so poorly yesterday I got very healthy food for this week. On mondays I am also going to report how I did on fruits and veggies daily if thats okay with you guys in the exercise challenge because I really struggle on it. My goal this week is 3 fruits a day and 2 veggies a day... I will work up once I can do that.

Question for you ladies. Can you paint while pregnant once you are out of the first trimester? I got some paint samples for the nursery today and hubby is working all weekend so I am going to paint those on (the fumes wont be too strong with a little sample)... but I want to help hubby paint the nursery if I can. I have heard both ways. What do you ladies think?

I am going to miss all of you that are only a couple weeks away :ohwell: BUT I can't wait to get update on your LO's!

Is it sad that when I have my LO you all are going to be some of the first people I want to tell the details too... hah.

Soon2Bfitmamaof3

I crocheted a blanket for Brooklynn, it is lavender, pale pink and purple. I love the way it turned out, it is washed and ready. MIL is really good at all of that stuff so she has made about 20 blankets (not even exagerating), a sweater and some booties. I think knitted clothing is so cute!

I feel the same about you ladies too, I cant wait to share pics of Brooklynn as well as the story of her birth once she arrives and MFP just will not be the same. I will definately make sure that there is a postpregnancy group intact so that we all have a place to continue on together. After nearly 9 months of being together here it almost feels like moving away from a group of friends. :sad:

AnneElise- I could not imagine life without ice cream, you know those slow churned or reduce sugar ones are pretty low in calories, usually under 150 per serving (1/4 cup) . I like to pair them up with a banana or some strawberries to get a fruit serving in. I guess I have never been good at this diet thing but in the few weeks that I was counting calories and loosing weight here not knowing I was pregnant yet I NEVER gave up my snacks. I LOVE sweets and just find alternatives so I can enjoy them (sugar free jello 10 cals, sugar free chocolate pudding 80 cals, oh yes cant forget 100 cal packs with their cookies and chips!)

LynnW52

dragonfly - I'm sorry that you weren't able to exercise, but I'm glad that you didn't take a chance on hurting your ankle any worse. Hope you have a great weekend too!

AnneElise - I do pretty well with fruit, it's veggies that I have a hard time getting in. I'm looking forward to hearing some of the different veggies you are eating and how you are incorporating them.

Sheri - I'm right there with you, I have to allow myself to have the snacks or sweets that I want in moderation, and swapping out for healthy alternatives. If I completely deprive myself - I'm headed for a huge binge...

mwilson - I can fix a small hole in the seam of a shirt or sew a button back on, but that's about it! A family member has sewn baby Josh some really cute blankets and curtains, and is working on a quilt for him.

I am going to miss everyone too! Some of you are getting so close, and I can't wait to see pics of your little ones and hear all about your labor and delivery.

I agree, we need to start a thread for us to keep in touch with each other after pregnancy. It'll be great to have continued motivation and support from people who are experiencing a lot of the same things I am. Most of all, I'm sure I'll need some advice about breastfeeding and taking care of baby.

Any ideas for a group name?

ckmama

So I just went grocery shopping and I was feeling very motivated by doing so poorly yesterday I got very healthy food for this week. On mondays I am also going to report how I did on fruits and veggies daily if thats okay with you guys in the exercise challenge because I really struggle on it. My goal this week is 3 fruits a day and 2 veggies a day... I will work up once I can do that.

Question for you ladies. Can you paint while pregnant once you are out of the first trimester? I got some paint samples for the nursery today and hubby is working all weekend so I am going to paint those on (the fumes wont be too strong with a little sample)... but I want to help hubby paint the nursery if I can. I have heard both ways. What do you ladies think?

I am going to miss all of you that are only a couple weeks away :ohwell: BUT I can't wait to get update on your LO's!

Is it sad that when I have my LO you all are going to be some of the first people I want to tell the details too... hah.

I painted with lots of ventalation plus my primer was low VO2 paint and had very little oders it was 2 bucks more per gallon but easier to breath.

Marceen

I have spent about $25 for each set w/ each new baby coming. I have all the girly stuff from Finnian since he was a boy. I have added a few things to the girl pile and bought several new pieces for the boy pile. It is in my newborn baby bin for clothes, girl one side, boy the other. When it gets close to baby arriving I put one set in each drawer. After birth dh or one of my children puts the unneeded sex of clothing away for next time

We don't find out either but you are ultra organized with the clothing. I do go to the Salvation Army and find tons of NB stuff with tags on. We just re-donate what we don't use instead of keeping it.

dragonfly74

Ah, just finished crocheting the baby's blanket after a very lazy day of just focusing on it. Feels good to have it finished. I really liked the pattern I used and wish I had another baby to crochet one for.

carina73

Well, AF arrived this morning. :ohwell:
This is my 2nd cycle since the miscarriage.
I was using HOvT's this month, but stupid me didn't read directions properly and I missed my window. :grumble:

*sigh*

AnneElise

Well, AF arrived this morning. :ohwell:
This is my 2nd cycle since the miscarriage.
I was using HOvT's this month, but stupid me didn't read directions properly and I missed my window. :grumble:

*sigh*

I am sorry AF came... Look up to next cycle, it could be your one!

AnneElise

I am going maternity clothes shopping today with my sister at an outlet mall that Mel suggested! I had forgotten about it so thanks!!

Very excited to get some cute clothes to wear because I am just starting to really need them. I decided I will take a belly pic at 20 weeks to post... it just doesn't seem big enough yet... I just look chuncky when I see it.

Hope showers and weekends are going great!

AnneElise

Ah, just finished crocheting the baby's blanket after a very lazy day of just focusing on it. Feels good to have it finished. I really liked the pattern I used and wish I had another baby to crochet one for.

I wish I was crafty. I don't sew or knit or crochet. Maybe my two months off this summer being very pregnant I will learn something. Congrats on finishing, I am sure its beautiful!

AnneElise

I forgot to ask this. How many days before your due date did most of you start your maternity leave from work? I am due August 5th. We go back to school (teachers only) August 1st.... good timing right I had to convince my principal it wans't on purpose. I am trying to decide if I should not go in at all the start of the year or if I should take it from like the 3rd or 4th so I can go in and get my classroom set up for the long term sub. I was thinking it might be hard because I might not be feeling well but I was also thinking it might be a good distraction from waiting. Opinions?

ron2282

I forgot to ask this. How many days before your due date did most of you start your maternity leave from work? I am due August 5th. We go back to school (teachers only) August 1st.... good timing right I had to convince my principal it wans't on purpose. I am trying to decide if I should not go in at all the start of the year or if I should take it from like the 3rd or 4th so I can go in and get my classroom set up for the long term sub. I was thinking it might be hard because I might not be feeling well but I was also thinking it might be a good distraction from waiting. Opinions?

I’m planning to work up until I give birth if possible. My job doesn’t offer any maternity leave other than the time I already have accrued, so I don’t want to have to use any time before unless it’s absolutely necessary. As it stands right now I can be home for 3 months and only miss one paycheck. But I’m a caseworker and my caseload will probably be disturbed office wide the month before I’m due and they’ll just find something else for me to do until I have the baby; so it’s not like I have to get anything ready for someone else.

AnneElise

Ron- We can take up to a year off unpaid and be given our jobs back. We only get paid sick leave time as well. I am not taking any sick leave time with this baby. I coached all year long so that I could make extra money and we put it into a savings account and are using that. I think I am taking 12 weeks. I totally agree I want to work till birth but I know someone has to replace me... the only reason I may work up until the 5th is I won't have any students just meetings and such. Thanks for sharing.

ron2282

Ron- We can take up to a year off unpaid and be given our jobs back. We only get paid sick leave time as well. I am not taking any sick leave time with this baby. I coached all year long so that I could make extra money and we put it into a savings account and are using that. I think I am taking 12 weeks. I totally agree I want to work till birth but I know someone has to replace me... the only reason I may work up until the 5th is I won't have any students just meetings and such. Thanks for sharing.

You can take a year unpaid? That's great, I can only be out 3 months and get my position back. They will hold a job for up to 6 months unpaid, but if I want to go back to my department I can only be out 3 months. You'd think a government would offer a little more. :ohwell:

LittleSpy

I'll be like Ron --working right through the beginning stages of labor. :laugh: That's the plan, at least. I get 12 weeks under the FMLA & I want to spend all of it with baby. Of course the 12 weeks of FMLA is unpaid but I almost never use any sick leave so I'll have 11 weeks of sick leave built up and I'll use 1 week of my vacation leave so that I'll receive my full salary for the entire 12 weeks. That will leave me with about 6 weeks of vacation time but absolutely no sick leave which makes me sad. But going back to work before 12 weeks would make me a lot more sad than not having any sick leave.

I work for State gov't so our jobs are very well protected but the only way I could stay out longer than 12 weeks and get my job back would be for me to have some type of major illness or disability so I'd definitely rather that not happen.

LittleSpy

Well, AF arrived this morning. :ohwell:
This is my 2nd cycle since the miscarriage.
I was using HOvT's this month, but stupid me didn't read directions properly and I missed my window. :grumble:

*sigh*

Yeah but now you know how to use them! Start using them about 18 days before you'd normally expect AF and if you want to be sure you're not going to miss it, use them every morning and every evening. I'm serious about using the really cheap ones from eBay, too. Oh, and if you use them in combination with charting your basal body temp, you'll be able to see when you're about to ovulate with the OPKs and then when you did ovulate based on your temp. It's pretty fun.