Fit, Fabulous, and Pregnant-November 2011

paulandrea

Hello Beautiful ladies.
thanks for all your messages with all that love and good energy, the test are no great but a least is no Preclamsia (yet), my protein still high but my blood presure is good so is a good simptom. the doctor said it looks like the baby is laid down in one of my kidneys so that can be a cause too. for now i'm on high risk pregnancy, but i hope everything goes well and my little girl wait until the due day. i really don't want a premature delivery.

the good news is that we have the name "Fiona Antonia Osorio" we love it but the grandparents are no too happy lol.

i hope everybody have a great week!!

Better_Balance_2011

Hey mamas.

Heather? Where are you? You have usually checked in by now. I hope this means good things.

Rayna, cute hair. (Olson twin )

Rosanna, lucky you and your glider! We have been looking at them online and the ones we like are $400ish. I hate to spend that but I don't like the less expensive ones with exposed wood so oh well..... We may register for one just in case someone is feeling especially generous. If nothing else, we'll get a percentage off for the chair being on our registry.

Garcia - sorry about your GMa. Thoughts and prayers with you.

Everyone else (is that essentially what AFM stands for by the way?) - good job on goals etc.

I just had a huge lunch. Since bumping up for the thrid trimester I feel like I have to eat all the time. I am torn b/c it is the only time in my life I feel like I should be eating more, but I also feel like I don't necessarily need the extra calories sometimes. I have been trying to make wise decissions in how to use my calories but I still have icecream almost every day. It's got calcium!

I got a walk in yesterday before lunch and meetings; it is gorgeous in KY! I plan on a run walk this evening. I'm going to leave early to vote and get home so I can run before it gets dark. I love waking up to the sun but hate how it leaves so quickly at night. I was planning on a swim this week but my debit card has recently been comprimised so my auto debit at the gym didn't go through and they canceled my membership. I was going to give it another month before canceling, but I think I'm just going to be done. So no more swimming for me. I have mixed emotions as swimming seems to be one of those things I always try to talk myself out of - I'm cold and don't feel like getting wet; I don't want all the chlorine in my hair; etc. - but once I was swimming, I always felt better. Oh well, I'll save $52 a month and get more use out of my home gym and stop giving myself a hard time for not using my membership. I can always rejoin later. That being said, Thursday I will most likely do strength and treadmill at home.

Better get back to work. Have a great day ladies!

jennamom

Good morning ALL!

I love reading all your inspiring updates! I was so motivated to go for a walk yesterday, but it was FREEZING, and that always makes me have to pee five minutes into the walk! So I settled with LOTS of housework and had a really sore back after it all.

I went grocery shopping yesterday but FAILED on making a list for meals, so I might have to make another trip today after finding some great crockpot recipes on Pinterest.

Since it is really cold again, today, I am going to do some pilates. Ready for a great sweat!

heathercrist1

Hi ladies! Sorry for leaving you hanging...I had my 40 week appointment this morning and then I went to the chiro to get adjusted and do some acupuncture. After that I went to visit my friend and so I just got back home.

Basically there has not been any progress in terms of dilation/effacement/etc.. My doctor had offered to induce me last week and this week had actually put me on the schedule for Thursday to be induced.... I turned her down again. And let me tell you...it is REALLY hard to say no to the idea of having your baby THIS weekend....but for the sake of being patient and wanting to go natural, and knowing that first time babies don't usually come until past 41 weeks...I had to say no. We did however have to make a choice on an induction date and all that was open was the 17th. So if Miss Charlee doesn't come by then, the 17th is the big day. I'm praying she comes before then on her own...so please keep me in your prayers/or send positive vibes my way...whatever is your belief

Ashley "AFM" means "As for me"

Rayna so happy you had a great time in your class and you found some peace in the whole process. I feel like that is what doing the Bradley Method did for me. As for the delayed cord clamping, there are pros and cons. Some people are VERY pro or against it. For me the pros and cons are pretty even and so I asked my doc just to wait a few minutes before clamping/cutting and she agreed. But it is something I'd research and make the choice upon what you feel is right.

Peaches good luck at your ultrasound! Let us know how it goes!

svgarcia your family is in my thoughts and prayers...

Misti I'm so happy for you that your baby shower was a success

Kristy your pictures are beautiful. You can just see how happy you and your hubby are. And I just love the 3d pic...such a sweet face!

To everyone else...thank you all so much for the words of encouragement. They mean a lot, especially when I'm down and feeling defeated. I hope you all have a wonderful day and make lots of healthy choices with your nutrition and your exercise!

And on this dreary, rainy, cold day...as my ribs ache and I feel like a beached whale...this made my day and I just wanted to share how it could always be worse...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pb_AcnR5Tw8&feature=player_embedded

millionsofpeaches

There is a new group!!!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/138-ttc-pregnancy-and-post-partum-fitness

I suggest you all check it out and join! I am excited for the new group format...

Perhaps "Fit, Fabulous, and Pregnant" can move over there for December??? It will be so much easier to locate everything!

atomdraco

Has anyone bought a crib from Ikea?

I looked at it long time a go for my 1st, but they don't look like very sturdy at all. I didn't go for it

shellgib

Sorry to you ladies with the bad/dreary weather moving in. We had a BEAUTIFUL day here and it's supposed to continue all week. So I got a great walk in this afternoon :happy: And I made good food choices all day and stayed away from the candy :drinker: Unfortunately, once again I woke up at 4:30 in the morning and couldn't fall back to sleep so now it's 6:30pm and I can barely keep my eyes open :yawn:

On a side note...has anyone who suffers with back pain tried/used any of the belly bands for lower back support? I started reviewed some of the different ones out there and they all seem to get mixed reviews.

And I don't like that we can't use our own tickers/signatures now:grumble: ...that's how I knew how far along everyone was!!

smilegirl

Hey ladies!

I had a successful week with exercise and nutrition goals last week. I've had to make some adjustments for this week due to traveling. I did get in two runs (four miles each) and two nice 40-45 minute walks with my four leg girls. I don't anticipate doing any more cardio for the week, but should be able to sneak in abs, arms and some yoga while away. Plan to get back to it upon our return :-)

Rayna, glad to hear your class was so successful. It's fantastic to be your own advocate as you proceed into labor/delivery and it sounds like your husband is right there with you to support your decisions. I was definitely nervous about the whole process, but can tell you it isn't as bad as I feared!

Heather, sending good vibes your way. Keep up with the great exercising, it should help with the mental frustration! You sound like you are in a good place and just want you to know that you are in my thoughts.

Shellgib, I used a support band from about week 26 until I delivered when I was running only. It definitely helped to take some pressure off my low back. I think it was a Gabriella or something like that.

svgarcia, you're in my thoughts and prayers as you deal with the funeral of your grandmother. Hugs across the miles!

To all the other fabulous ladies - great goals for the week. I look forward to hearing about all the doctor appointments and successes with exercising and nutrition!

Be back soon,
Holly

abeare

Ok, way too many posts to go through them all.
I’ve been doing bad on my weekly goals, but it was a conscious decision. My lower abdomen is killing me, I know it’s just the ligament but if I push myself too much in exercise it’ll only feel worse. So I’ve decided to give my body a rest for a couple days (well still went for a 2hr walk last night, but no zumba tonight) and focus on eating only nutritious foods and be back on the exercise when my tummy doesn’t ache so much.
Hope everyone is doing well, wishing you all the best.

Ash

Better_Balance_2011

Boo....what's up with the no tickers anymore?

Holly, that's awesome. I bet you are glad to be back to running. I think I need to invest in a band. I ran/walked 45 minutes last night (ended up being around 3.5 miles) and I was definitely feeling it all last night in my lower back. It is getting harder to run. My running intervals are getting shorter and walking more frequently. I find I feel like I have to pee pretty much the whole time, my calves kill me and I get out of breath going up hills so I walk them all. It's great. I still do enjoy the running and ultimately gives me good feelings. I hope I can keep it up till the end! (I am almost 29 weeks BTW.) Tonight I have plans for yoga so hopefully that will help stretch me out some.

Not much else to report. It is rainy and dreary here today and I would rather be sleeping or watching movies instead of working. Have a great day all!

-Ashley

heathercrist1

Good morning ladies!

So evidently MFP is changing up the groups/boards. I haven't really checked it out to see how exactly it will all work...but evidently it will be easier for us to use and find and won't bump us out of our topics each month at 500 posts. So come December maybe we can move this board over there as well as start our post-pregnancy board. They seem to already have one, but I'd like to keep a board that continues from this board with brand new mommies and losing the baby weight from women who have continued to eat good and exercise throughout their pregnancy. So...that's the plan. I am a little irritated by not being allowed to have our pregnancy tickers and signatures...

Ash sometimes we need to listen to our bodies. I'd recommend to continue to do walks and focusing on your eating is awesome!

Holly sounds like you are doing beyond awesome! How is little Miss Ellie doing? Hope you have a fun time wherever you are going And thanks for continuing to encourage me at the end...I know you've been here and can understand.

Shellgib I was right with you at 430am not being able to fall back asleep....not fun. I am thinking that it is our bodies way of getting us used to being tired once baby comes. And as far as the support belts. I used mine for a while and I really liked it but now it just pushes down on my bladder really hard when I workout and makes for a miserable workout. But I'd recommend getting one.

Well I'm 40wks1day...I have an appointment on Monday to get checked (weight/bp/etc) and to have a nonstress test. I am also getting a BFP (biophysical profile) ultrasound at some point in the next week week to make sure the amniotic fluid and placenta is still okay since I'm going past my due date. Just standard precautions. I will tell you one of the hardest obstacles that I'm facing right now is that 90% of the people around me tell me "just get induced already"...Even my doctor who knows how passionate I am about going natural has put me on her schedule twice (once before my due date) to be induced. The only people supporting me in my decision to allow nature to (try) and take its course is my family/amazingly supportive husband (thank goodness) and my closest friend. I told my doctor how passionate I am about going natural and she said she understood. I feel like I'm fighting an uphill battle because quite frankly the norm is to get induced these days...and most of the time not for medical reasons (which I whole heartedly support of course). People always say "I was induced and it went great"...but did they do it natural and by choice? I know at the end of the day the most important thing is that I have a healthy baby...and that is my goal, I just want to allow my body time to prepare for labor the way nature intended it is all. So I hope for my friends here that plan on going natural that you don't have to fight this same battle at the end of your pregnancy...and if you do please stick to your guns and know that you aren't alone!

kristy_estes21

I used a band yesterday when I ran, but I feel like it caused more pain. Maybe I had it too tight or wasn't wearing it right, which is very possible. lol I ended up having to walk most of the way because I was having some pretty bad ligament pain on my right side. I did 50 minutes of yoga afterwards though so that helped me feel better all over. The band I have is the kind that comes in 3 pieces. I didn't use the 3rd piece (it's like a strap) that goes over the top of your stomach. I'm not big enough for that yet. I'm going to try again today without using it and see how I feel.

Thanks for the compliments about our pictures! I'm really happy with them and can't wait to get our Christmas cards done. I love pictures with natural lighting and I think she did a great job with that.

I need to start logging my food again because I don't think I'm getting enough calories each day. I haven't been hungry, but I want to make sure I'm getting enough calories and nutrients for baby.

kistinbee

Good morning gals!!

Heather...hope that baby decides to make an appearance (on her own) very soon!! My thoughts and prayers are headed your way!

AFM: Did my strength/cardio workout last night...and it felt good. Planning to do some yoga tonight. Had my appointment yesterday and baby's heartrate was 153, loud and clear!! They are making my wait until almost 22 weeks for my ultrasound (BOO!) but it is now scheduled for December 5th, so I have a date to look forward to!

ANYways...need to get to some work. Hope you all have an excellent day!

Raynamama

Heather - it's so unfortunate that it has to be such a struggle to not get induced these days as technically you are not overdue. As you said most first time pregnancies go to 41 weeks even 42 and sometimes due dates aren't even 100% accurate anyway, I think you are amazing for sticking to what you believe is right for you even with all of the pressure around you and how uncomfortable you must be AND how much you want to meet your beautiful baby girl. I am thinking of you and sending positive thoughts hoping that Charlee will come on her own :flowerforyou:

Lunarokra

Hi Everyone,

Heather-Stay strong and it's your decision, I am 100% going natural too. My friend had told me that upon getting close to giving birth taking raspberry tea leaf should help. I am not sure, nor take this as a factual thing.

Kristin-Great workouts! Yay for your ultrasound, it'll come up fast. I also had to wait until my 22nd week, so I know it feels like an eternity waiting.

Holly-Great runs, you are setting an example for us! :flowerforyou:

Kristy-Cute pix, thanks for sharing

Ashley-Feels like a lazy day for me too, but I am working. :huh:

Ash- Hope you feel better.


We took a 15min walk yesterday, and my it's way colder now.
Sad about the tickers, I had finally figured how to put mine on. :grumble:

Raynamama

Quick update - I have my 25 week appointment today at 2:00 and then a massage at 4:45 :bigsmile: I am SO looking forward to the massage today...man oh MAN it will be AMAZING :happy: let the countdown begin!

ThinspiredButterfly

hi guys :]
im 11 weeks, due may 28th & my 1st baby. :]]]
i cried when i first saw it on the ultrasound.im superrr excited.
i also need some motivation to stay fit since i eat everything in sight now [never did that before]. id appreciate if you guys add me and help me out thnx :]

bmfrazie

Heather do what you feel is best. I ended up having my son at 41 weeks 2 days. I know it can be highly annoying and bothersome when people say you haven't had the a baby yet. I had a 100% natural child birth and will do the same again. The baby will come when it is ready. I think it is great that you are taking the precautions to make sure all is ok. Good luck!

shellgib

Well, Heather, You definitely have my support as well :flowerforyou: Just like all the other comments ppl like to offer to pregnant women...ignore them!

And from what I can tell, if we can create one singular group and then there can be sub-topics within that group. Kinda like babycenter does I guess. That way we can just pick the topics that apply to us to read/post, but we can all be a part of the collective whole. Sounds like a good idea to start in Dec. Although, there is one similar that somebody already created. Not sure if we should just check that one out.

Thinspired...congrats and good luck adopting healthy habits throughout your pregnancy

Rayna...a massage sounds perfect!!!

Thanks for the feedback on the support bands. I think I'm going to get the Gabrialla that I found on amazon. I'll keep ya posted on whether it helps.

Good eating all day yesterday....not so much today!! :ohwell: Somebody brought farm-fresh apple cider donuts and peanut-brittle in to work!!! Then too much sodium for lunch! I will cont' to down the water and will be getting a walk in this evening. My dinner will be a nice healthy dinner...not sure what...but it will be healthy!!

Keep on rockin' mamas!!

-Shelley - 17-18 weeks

kimmers99

Anyone else still really, really tired. I'm 18 weeks this week and still feeling tired and have a hard time getting out of bed in the morning. Still going to bed just after my kids around 8 every night. I don't remember this from my other pregnancy. 21 days until I have my ultrasound, so excited to find out what it is. I have two girls already!!!

Show_Stopper

I am 6 months pregnant with my 1st baby how do you ladies find the energy to work out I'm so tired all the time. Help me please ideas?????

emrogers

Hi everybody. I feel out of whack this week once again. With my FIL in the hospital and having family in town, it took a small toll on me. However, I'm trying extremely hard to stay within my calorie range even though I've been eating out a lot due to no groceries at home. The time change has affected me in a way that I've never been affected before during the fall, I usually feel groggy like this during the spring time but not fall!!!

I have not been able to walk this week due to me being at the hospital all weekend and basically all week long. I haven't given up on the rest of the week since technically for me Monday's is when I start over completely. So I will be walking the remainder of the week. I'm making chicken soup tonight, so I'm looking forward to a healthy dinner and getting to bed early!!!! I need it. I went to the Chiro on Tuesday only to find out that he didn't take my insurance. HOW annoying!!!! I told the lady, that it was so rude to have somebody make arrangements to come down there especially after speaking to someone the day I made the appt and told them what insurance I had!! I'm still having back issues, like I have been and I need to look for another chiro that takes my insurance. Dallas, has been extrememly active now, and I think its because he's getting bigger and less room. I LOVE it. There's times I feel like he's tumbling in there!! HA!!
I've done great with given up the Dr. Peppers and have stuck to diet snapple and only have a certain about due to the caffeine.
This Sunday I turn 7 months!!!! I know, its crazy and that means closer to meeting Dallas.


Goals this week:
Thursday: 3 mile walk
Friday: 3 mile walk
Saturday: rest and clean house
Sunday: 5 mile walk

stellcorb- congratualations and welcome aboard. I'm excited for you.

shellgib- I'm sorry about your sucky sleep patterns. I have been able to sleep through out the night pretty well after buying my snoogle but do wake up extrememly early, which is very unlike me. I'ml ike you, once I hear noise, I'm up. For instance this morning my cat decided to be a pain, so lets just say, I got NO sleep. Grrrr.

dexters- what a pain. I'm sorry you're going through this. But yes, better safe than sorry.

H_82- Oh do I completely understand. I felt the same way the last time I went to see my midwife. I was like HOLY MOLY!!! Not a cool feeling AT ALL!!!!

Jennamom- how AWESOME!! I love the name by the way.

Ash- that's exactly how I felt when I saw a 7lb weight gain!!! I thought for sure since I was doing a half freaking marathon that I wouldn't gain but maintain or stall my weight loss some, not much but some. APPARENTLY NOT!!! I felt like you, I started having images of being 60lbs by the end of 9months. GEEZ!!

Ashely- great bargain deals!! I love it!

Kristy- how cool for the high definition US!!! I LOVE to see my baby. So exciting!!!

Andrea- I am praying for you and that baby. I'm SUPER excited for you and your hubby.

Misti- sounds like fun!! Yes, I know how being busy bodies makes you just want to do NOTHING!!! Hopefully you'll get to relax soon and take it easy.

sabrinafaith- YES!! OMG YES!!! LOL. I plan on starting Jillian's 6 week DVD to start off with and I have several half marathons already paid for, for next year. So needless to say, training as early as I get the go ahead from my midwife!! In my area I have a place called My Fit Foods, which specializes in fresh, balanced meals, that you just pick up and they have a 21 day challenge program that I'll be doing a month after I get home. YAY!!! I'll be doing it for 2 months back to back.

rosanna- sorry you're feeling funky. Lots of water and rest. I'm sure you know that already. Well wishes

paulandrea- I'm sorry. As for the name, I LOVE it!! if it makes you feel anybetter my family about flipped out when I told them our sons name, Dallas Aaron Rogers. We are from Dallas, TX but I have always LOVED the name and well they were like, are you SERIOUS??? I don't really care what people think, its actually becoming pretty funny to see the faces some make. LOL!!

Rayna- I told you this alreay but I LOVE the darker side of you.

Heather- I'm SOOOO proud of you for taking charge of your body and your right to birth the way you want too. Its so much easier to just say, lets induce and get it over with than it is to let women now a days labor and have our bodies take their natural course. I hate to say this but its a business!! Hospitals, doctors, nurses, etc. If it makes you feel any better, with my first I was due June 8th, nothing, then nothing again, then had and appt and she told me that if I didn't have him by the following Monday they were going to induce me!!! I was freaking! Being a first time mom and having no education on birth etc. I only knew that c-section meant MAJOR surgery (which for some reason we have moved awa from, everybody thinks its so normal) and not natural. He did come on the 17th of June!! HA!! He came all on his own. She will come when she is ready so I'm hoping you go into labor SOON. Many many prayers for you and Miss Charlee.

Better_Balance_2011

Morning Mamas! Welcome to all the new people.

A couple people mentioned fatigue in pregnancy. I found the first trimester was the worst for me. There were a couple weekends where we would go to bed at 10 and sleep until 10. I do find working out helps with energy however, just like when I wasn't pregnant. If I alm feeling run down or groggy, a walk or run or yoga or anything active typically makes me feel better.

Instead of going to yoga last night I did my prenatal yoga DVD. It was good and I like that it is specifically for pregnancy; lots of hip openers, kegels, etc. It was very easy but I felt good after. I must have slept funny however as my lower right back has a pinch in it today. Anyways, I had planned on going to a class last night, but I am having a hard time with it getting dark at 6 which is when class starts. I sort of want to be home when it's dark. So we'll see how many more classes we go to. I think I'd like to get some more yoga vidoes. I know the question has been asked a million times, but can anyone recomend a yoga DVD that involves some more active poses?

Not much planned for the weekend other than a family party and studying. My exam is next Thursday. I may start repainting the changing table too if I get motivated. Speaking of furniture, I found this and wondered if anyone had seen/ordered this? It's only available online but the price is right and I like the way it looks.
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=13229908#ProductDetail

I have my 29 week appointment tomorrow; they are seeing me every 2 weeks now. Have a great day. Weekend is almost here!

-Ashley
28w6d

heathercrist1

Good morning ladies! Still pregnant... lol

Welcome newcomers! Please read the intro on the first page of the board and jump right in!

Thanks for all the support ladies. It means a lot.

Ashley the Element prenatal yoga is really good for more active poses.

Elce that is annoying! If they are so unorganized I wouldn't wanna go there anyways! I'm lucky that my chiro charges a flat rate of $25 for an adjustment and acupuncture so we don't even deal with insurance. I guess that is a small benefit of living in a small town. Hopefully you find someone who is good and takes your insurance.

Shelley I don't blame you...I couldn't resist all those goodies either! Today is a new day though

bmfrazie I think the biggest annoyance isn't necessarily "you haven't had that baby yet?!" it is "Get induced already!"... aargh!

Well I'm doing my best to try and relax these last couple of days before the baby comes. I'm still being active in cleaning (this nesting thing is no joke! lol) and walking, I just don't want to over do it and be exhausted when it is time to get this party started! My attitude is a lot better today. The way I see it is that by next weekend I will have my baby regardless of what happens...how awesome is that?!

I hope you all have a wonderful, fit, and healthy day!

kristy_estes21

The way I see it is that by next weekend I will have my baby regardless of what happens...how awesome is that?!

OMG! Heather!! That just sounds so freaking cool when you say it like that! Way to be positive!

kah78

Hey all--I've been MIA, but wanted to pop in.

Heather--One week or less...that's a great way to look at it. Funny story (kinda)--I was about a week before my due date, and I went into the office for my appt, and the Dr. says "You look like a lady ready to be done with being pregnant." (I was so tired, etc.) I was like, "Yeah", till she called my bluff and said "If you want, I can induce you tomorrow." My eyes got all big at the thought of having a little baby to take care of the next day, and I panicked, and I was like "Noooo, I think I'll wait a few more days!" At that moment, the reality of it all REALLY hit me, and I was like "No, I want just a few more days with the baby INSIDE and not outside!" It makes me chuckle looking back on it.

I'm enjoying reading everyone's recommendations and experiences--sorry I'm not posting more often...maybe I'll get around to that eventually.

AFM: I'm at 7 weeks. A few days ago, the nausea making me not want to eat anything has been replaced by a different, yet more familiar phenomenon--I get really nauseous if I DON'T eat something every hour or two. I remember that with my first pregnancy, but it wasn't this severe this early (or I just don't remember it since I was in the midst of a stressful internship for my Masters). So I've had to radically shift my eating habits, and I'm struggling, because the healthy foods are still not appealing (veggies mostly), but I'm needing to eat something every hour or so to keep my tummy under control. Ive learned the hard way in the last day or two that large meals are not working either--they are just sitting in my belly like a rock which ALSO makes me nauseous. So it's a very delicate balancing act right now. My poor hubby and son who never know what is for dinner anymore--all I seem to want is peanut butter on saltines. Anyone have any good suggestions for coping with this?

On the exercise front, I exercised yesterday morning. And it killed me. And this wasn't even a "real" workout--it was like a 2 mile walk! I felt so exhausted by the end of it...I think my big plan to push through the first-trimester tiredness by exercising bit me in the bum yesterday. Ugh. I have a prenatal yoga and strength training video on order, and I'm excited to try those out and throw them in the mix, because the cardio just left me breathless! Lung capacity--where have you gone, and are you ever coming back?

DeniseGdz

Morning guys - man I'm SOOOOO far behind!!

Okay well - for all those having natural birth- KUDDOS to you for that. I'm having a C-section done and it's not by choice. My body was just not "built" for pregnancy- so Csection it is and I'm ok with that considering that there is another option for us besides not beign able to have a baby which makes me wonder about women in the 1800's who died of natural child birth because we just didnt have the technology we have now. Regardless, I feel blessed and sorry for all those women who have died wanting to have the most precious gift of all...

Moving on- Tons of work. no working out. healther I ordered the Yoga DVD and jsut in time. With all this extra work my lower abs/ back are starting to kick into full pain gear. Ugh.

I have moved from eating to heavy snacking several times a day due to my work load. I have also increased water intake to offset that the fact taht I'm sitting 8-12 hours a day.

((hugs)) to everybody. Cant' wait to catch up with you ladies--

To the newbies without energy- I feel your pain!! I was there for 5 long months! but I worked my schedule out to where I was in bed by 8pm, up by 630 at the latest. First nap was at 1030 for 15 min, second nap was at noon for 30 min and my last nap was at 315 for 15...only to get me home by 5pm and nap for another hour!! Hey, you have to do what you have to do!! Heads up ladies- we're all in this together!!

:flowerforyou:

heathercrist1

Quick post...

After sitting here watching youtube for an hour I finally got inspired to get up and dance...literally! lol For a great laugh I highly recommend going on youtube and searching for "labor inducing dance". These women crack me up and several of them have said that after dancing they went into labor that day/night. I figure...what do I have to lose. I've already danced to 3 songs..and am sweating like a pig! Operation "dance Charlee out" has commenced! And just so you know...looks like the more ridiculous the song, the better luck you have.

Wish me luck! lol!

Raynamama

Morning all!
Happy Thursday - so glad it's a short week this week and today is my Friday! :drinker:
I had my 25 week appointment yesterday and it was good, Mason's HR is 130, he's growing really well and I gained about 4 lbs since my visit last month, which I'm ok with because it's slowing down My BP is good and everything looks great. So that's always good. I tried to talk to my obgyn about some questions I had and preferences I have for when Mason comes...it's just hard because he's always in such a rush and then I get flustered - not the best feeling, and I feel like he just thinks I'm overthinking things...yeesh. Anyway it was a good appointment over all.
I then had a wonderful massage at Sweet Momma - it really was amazing and I got some major knots worked on THANK GOODNESS!
Then I went home and had some supper and my husband and I watched The Business of Being Born. The more and more I learn the more strongly I feel about this whole process and the more protective I feel of it, if that makes sense? My husband, after the video, said "we need to check into that birthing centre" which was exactly what I was thinking. So I've made contact to this birthing centre that's about 30 mins away from our house to see if they have any availability around my due date. I'm really hoping they do because I would really like to give birth there instead of at the hospital. But if it doesn't work out at least I know I'll be prepared and so will my husband. Fingers crossed.

Heather - that is so funny about the dancing! Go girl! Dance your heart out lol! Like you said, what have you got to lose - I love your attitude :bigsmile:

mistigoodwin

Quick update.... still don't know much, waiting for radiology to review the US and then doctor to call. She ordered a full abdominal scan, so we looked at kidneys, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, spleen and even another full blown U/S of baby, just as a follow up. We even got some 3-D pics. As far as my gallbladder, we couldn't see gallstones but there may be some small ones that the radiologist will be able to see. My right kidney is bigger than the left one too, so that might have something to do with the pain if there is infection somewhere???? The baby looked great, she's healthy and active, already in the down position and weighs about 2lbs. I was glad to see my lil' baby is doing great. Now if I can just get a good report all will be well! They have a 3-D/4-D U/S specialist coming to my hospital in two weeks and asked if I want to be a guinee pig. She said the specialist will be able to get me all sorts of cute pics. It's totally free, they are just using me to give some of the other U/S techs some practice with the new machine. So excited to get another peek at baby!!! I can already tell she has her dads shape of head, and my shape of eyes. LOL. My son said she looks just like him. LOL Hopefully everyone else is doing great. I will try to respond to everyone later.

Got in an hour walk last night, and worked on the nursery some more!! Woo Hoo, it's coming together pretty well. It's definately girly, which is what I was hoping for. I will post pics for sure when it's finished!