2nd Trimester
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mpederson- I know how fun construction can be! We just finished our basement. Everything was finally back to normal... and then our water heater decided it wanted to leak all over and stop working. So we had to replace our water heater yesterday. Nothing like spending extra money that we don't have...
sugarbabie- I felt same way for quite a while. I have three people I know on facebook who announced they are pregnant and due within days of me. Every on of them has a pretty significant bump. I don't have anything yet. My stomach looks bloated but definitely not like there's a baby in there! As long as the Dr. says your on track, I would say every body is just different.
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mpederson- sorry you're having a rough day! Hope things get better. I'm sure the construction is frustrating.
sugarbabie- I have the opposite problem lol I feel like i'm HUGE but like you, the dr says I'm right on track.
Helen- Have fun tonight at your aqua exercises and with your friend. We have a baby monitor but its nothing fancy. I've heard of those movement mats but I don't know anyone who has one. Aren't they quite expensive? I guess its worth it for your peace of mind though
myice- glad your appointment went well besides the incident beforehand. How scary! I'm almost 28 weeks and i've gained 19lbs. I was told that if you have a healthy BMI the ideal weight gain is 25-35lbs so that's what I've been aiming for.
brunettewife- Glad you got to spend an extra week with your hubby. Hope everything is well while he's away. I haven't started working on our nursery at all either so don't feel bad!
AFM- I've been busy trying to get everything ready for Miss Olivia's birthday on Saturday. Its hard to believe she's going to be 2! My eating has been okay and I've been trying to go on walks when the weather is nice, but sometimes (like today) its too windy! My hubby had to work this past weekend so I convinced my Dad to go to yard sales with me and we found a double stroller in pretty good shape for $25! I was so excited! Now at least for the rest of the year after #2 is born (and before it gets too cold) we'll be able to go for walks still, until Miss Olivia decides she's too big for the stroller.
I'm 28 weeks tomorrow so I'll be making my way to the 3rd tri board. Good luck to you all and see you soon!
Destiny
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My sister-in-law giggled at me today and said "I think you are soooooo nesting!" Last week I spent the whole week on the boys room, deep cleaning, buying and putting together the crib and dresser/changing table, putting together a jungle theme for both boys, and then painting.
Today's dedicated to the bathroom. Bought paint and started that. And before I put everything back I'm going to make sure the floors are swept/mopped, etc.
Tomorrow's the master bedroom, and thurs is the downstairs (which is already painted).
Anyone else "nesting" yet?0 -
oooohhhh kayyyyy what is happening to me.........I get my bathing suit on tonight for swim and take a look at my pasty white legs only to see a bunch of spider veins on my shin? :huh: Do those go away? Is this happening to anyone else? I'm up 20 lbs but I'm still a few pounds lighter than what I weighed at my heaviest. sigh....0
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My sister-in-law giggled at me today and said "I think you are soooooo nesting!" Last week I spent the whole week on the boys room, deep cleaning, buying and putting together the crib and dresser/changing table, putting together a jungle theme for both boys, and then painting.
Today's dedicated to the bathroom. Bought paint and started that. And before I put everything back I'm going to make sure the floors are swept/mopped, etc. Tomorrow's the master bedroom, and thurs is the downstairs (which is already painted).
Anyone else "nesting" yet?
I sure am! We're remodeling a room into the nursery (so the house is full of dust) but I've picked the "theme" and already started hunting on craigslist and yard sales to outfit it. Found a full pack n' play and a swing (with all the bells and whistles) and am looking for the nursery set now. Hoping that the only thing I'll have to buy new will be the car seat!0 -
Another ultrasound/check-up today...apparently it's possible to find out the sex at 15 weeks based on the angle of the phallus so I'm going to see if I can get an early estimation from the Doc! C'mon lil' kiddo, be an exhibitionist!0
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Destiny - Yay for the yard sale find! My neighbour is moving and has been having yard sales every few weekends. I was eye-ing a wagon, but the last time he had a yard sale we still hadn't even told our families about our pregnancy, so I didn't want to buy the wagon and end up with the neighbour knowing our news before our parents. There's an arena in our area that regularly holds sales for used childrens' stuff, so I'm hoping to get to the next one.
mpederson - I developed spider veins at my previous job (I was a hiarstylist for 8 years) and unfortunately mine did not go away, even after leaving the job and losing 30lbs. :sad: I know there are leg vein treatments out there, could be something to ask your doc about?
AFM - I met my OBGYN yesterday and she is wonderful! She's not concerned about my weight gain (8lbs by week 14) and said that because I'm "so slim" I'd be fine to gain 35 lbs. (I haven't been called "slim" or "tiny" in years, and I've been called both this week. I'm going to enjoy it while I still can!) I finally got to hear the heartbeat (for some reason we didn't at u/s) and it was pretty neat. I'm also "out" at work now. I told my boss/supervisor last week, and word is slowly making its way around the office. I think now that I'm at a point where it's no longer a secret, I'm starting to be more excited about it! Not that I wasn't excited before, but it was different when the only other person in the know was my husband.0 -
Oh well I was wrong, no more u/s until 20 weeks *sigh* guess I'll just have to keep calling it "Kiddo" :laugh:
I did get to hear the heartbeat though, at 144 so nice and normal.0 -
Hi girls! I am officially at 12 weeks today, so i'm switching forums from 1st trimester!
A little about me...
This is my first pregnancy and my bf and I are very excited about it.. twins run bigtime in my family, so we are anxious as well..
I had my first appointment on tuesday only because I thought I was 10 weeks.. turns out i'm not hahaha.. I'm due november 15th
Because the date is still a little bit of a mystery (cycle is not normal at all), we are going for an ultrasound on sunday.. good news is, we find out if there are two in there or one
My symptoms have not completely gone.. i'm still nauseated sometimes and have some pretty bad food aversions - especially towards turkey and chicken ugh.. I'm getting headaches lately, mostly when i'm tired. Other than that, I have good days, where I have tons of energy and feel great, but not too many of those this week.. Hoping it will get better sooner than later!
How are everyone else's symptoms? Where are you all at in your pregnancy?0 -
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mperedson - Im the same as you up 20lb at about 21 weeks but havent gained weight since and 25 weeks now. I just jumped up from about 14lb to 20lb within a few weeks - It has settled down again now. My bump has popped out more etc. (changed my profile picci now too - sorry the toilet is in the background! lol). I have a few spider veins at the tops of my legs but I had them before I was pregnant - hopefully they wont get worse.
Myriane - Hi and congrats - wow possible twins! Im 25 weeks pregnant with our first baby. Its getting exciting now as I have been buying bits and bobs etc and deciding what I like/need. I havent really had many symtoms. I wasnt sick or felt sick really. Prob just a bit more tired than normal but nothing major. I am trying to take it easier as dont want to over do it.
Faughorn - Glad heart beat was normal etc. 20 weeks will fly by. You dont hear heart beat here (UK) until at least 16 weeks (after the first scan @ 12 weeks). We didnt find out the sex at our 20 week scan - decided to keep it a surprise. I have found it has stopped me buying things that I would have if I had know the sex, e.g outfits (just buying a week or so worth of whites/creams).
AFM: Not much happening here. For once the sun is out! Hoping it lasts until the weekend and can get the garden sorted, plus housework etc. Its a UK bank holiday on Monday so Im off work - pleased for a long weekend. Next Thurs Im off the Paris to visit my best friend before Im too far on /big to want to fly. Luckily its only 1 hour 15 min flight so shold be ok. (Ive checked with midwife and she sees no problems). Just want to sort some travel insurance - just in case!
Best get on.
Helen 25 weeks
Up 20lb
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I'm nesting too, but I'm also late spring cleaning.. my hubby, God love him, is a catch all for random crap and has clutter EVERYWHERE. I've been finding about half a dozen tools in every room...even the bathroom! I started Tuesday, when he left for Chicago, but not only is it 'nesting', it's keeping my mind off of the fact he's not around 24/7. Besides, if it's just me at the house, who else is gonna clean?! Now's my chance to get rid of crap he'll never know was even here! I have Miranda's room emptied of the little things, like randomness crammed into the closet and dresser, now I gotta wait til the weekend when I have my brother come over to move the heavier items. Then, I'll decide on if I'm painting the whole room, a mural, or leaving it as is. At least the wall color is a neutral.
Yesterday, I spent almost 3 hrs cleaning .. 45min on our insanely tiny bathroom (really, there's enough room to step out of the tub which puts you in front of the toilet, take one more side step and there's the sink)..scrubbed everything but the baseboards. Then after a snack and nap, I went to the kitchen...which is where I found the bulk of Nick's tools. But I've completely decluttered the kitchen, all that is left is cleaning out the pantry and fridge as needed.
And today, I'm tackling the living room...At least the cleaning will keep me busy for the rest of the week. Then next week will be the start of the nursery, MIL is bringing over the crib and putting it together for me too I told Nick he may not reconize the house whenever he comes home!
Ok, enough rambling on my end! Have a great day and weekend all!0 -
I'm so jealous of all you nesters! I most certainly have not hit that point yet. I go through cleaning spurts but nothing too crazy. I've been keeping my eyes on craigslist and looking for sales for baby stuff. Has anyone had any luck getting things (like FaugHorn)?
My gripe for the day- acne! Ugh- I have pimples on my chest, shoulders and neck. I've never had any problems before and now I seem to be getting something new every day! Not fun
On a happier note, I got to hear the heartbeat again yesterday. Such an awesome thing! I'm still walking on sunshine.
Faughorn- sorry you didn't get your u/s! Soon enough 0 -
So buys on craigslist:
Nursery set, new, sellers are moving to Utah (convertible crib, changing table, and dresser) - $175
Swing (with different settings and sounds) - $60
Bathtub - $10
Pack n' Play (with changing table and bassinet) - $90
What next what next!0 -
I'm almost 15 weeks and am (as of today) up 6/7 lbs...been garage sale-ing as well. We already have a daughter, but she was born in July and since this one's due in October I definitely need more newborn sweaters/jackets and pants. So for now, they're all neutral until I find out the gender- not til 20 weeks.
Was pumped because last week I got a double stroller on Craigslist for 30 bucks- can't beat that! And this Saturday, I'm doing city-wide garage sales with my mom, aunt and cousin. Just wish I knew the gender...patience isn't my strongsuit!
Glad to finally be in the 2nd and my FAVORITE trimester and feeling good...it's the best: You look pregnant, but not HUGE. You start to feel the baby move, move, move. AND I no longer feel sick/so tired. Ladies- make sure to enjoy this trimester:)
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Thanks Jills! I'm trying to enjoy this as much as possible but it's still such an adjustment from my former social life! I'm also late to share the good news so our friends are just finding out about the baby.
Good luck garage saling this weekend! There are a few I'm hoping to stop by too.
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Morning ladies. I'm new to this board....I'm 15w3days and over the last few days have jumped up 8 lbs. Most of it is water weight AND I am constipated, but by logging the last few days I have definitely gone over my calorie limit (but not 8 lbs worth). I expect the scale to come to its senses by Friday, but this week I am dedicated to tracking and watching the mayo, which has been in evidence recently.
I was already overweight (maintained 210 for 3+ years, down from 300) before I got pregnant and have the Lap band; however, last week my band drained, so I'm essentially without its support in killing my hunger or portion size. The last few days I've been enjoying turkey hoagies (BREAD! OH MY GOD I MISSED YOU) and I'm reigning it in before I undo all the good I did.
My husband and I have just joined a gym and I'm swimming for 45m - 1h every other day. Today I'll trot over there for some easy elliptical and some light weights to keep my body moving.
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Jillsie - this is my first pregnancy and I had a rough first trimester - I feel AWESOME now, and HUMAN. my coffee aversion is gone (yay!) and I actually clean and cook now LOL. Yes, I feel wonderful. I also have a bump that's bloat plus baby, but I do not care, I wear my maternity gear with pride and can't wait to pop more. I haven't felt the little one move yet, but am SO excited to in the next few weeks! I can't even imagine what it's like having a human kicking you from the inside out 0
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No nesting for me yet. Maybe its because this is my 2nd but I don't have the nesting desire right now. We don't have anything to get really except clothes if this one is a boy. Our gender ultrasound is Wednesday, but we are sealing it up and announcing it on Saturday at our gender reveal party, so won't find out until then. Ahhh just a few more days! I think it's a boy, but the majority thinks its a girl, I could care less either way though.
Sounds like everyone is doing great. I have "pregnancy hives" and it really sucks. They started on Saturday. Not really sure what triggered them. I have never had them before, but our bodies act all crazy on us when we are pregnant so who knows what caused it.
Kateland- you're lucky your coffee aversion is gone. Mine is still there, HOWEVER, I am loving iced coffee. Can't stand it hot still, so weird.0 -
Hubby had a rough first week away due to the idiots he stayed with, thankfully a good family friend of ours got on the same job and they are currently staying in a hotel together. I did get to skype for the first time ever last night with him, felt good to see him. And naturally, my hormones kicked in as soon as we 'hung up'. My next doc appt is this Thursday, they gotta check the stitch (hard to believe I had the surgery a month ago!) to make sure it's doing it's job.
Nesting wise, my house is officlally clutter free and I won't feel embarassed if I have a random drop in visit, yay! LOL! Also got the shelving unit, dresser and glider into Miranda's room. Hopefully the crib will follow this week. I still gotta paint the dresser and put on the new knobs. It's slowly looking like a nursery. That also got my hormones going...
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I am not exactly new to this board but I am terrible at remembering to check it. I wish groups had notifications so I could keep up without stalking.
I am 23 weeks 1 day today. I have had one u/s and tomorrow we have our second one. I didn't get into the OB until I hit 20 weeks because of an insurance screw up. We found out we're having a little dude and I couldn't be happier. They did say he seemed a little small and questioned me on dates, but I had a 28 day cycle and knew exactly the first day of last period so I'm thinking he's just measuring small. The only other concern was that my placenta was more of a bubble shape than the deflated balloon look. Has anyone else experienced this at all? I guess we will see tomorrow morning at our u/s. I've been super nervous about this babe, being our first, and just hoping everything is okay.
I'm hoping to get better at checking this board more often! I sure would love to befriend some of you awesome ladies.0 -
Here's a great link saying what fish we ladies should and should not eat during pregnancy
http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/fishmercury.htm0 -
Anapai- I know exactly how you feel with worrying. This is my first, and everyone’s comments of how small I am is really starting to freak me out. Girls that are as far long as I am (22 weeks) have a wayyy bigger, more pronounced bump than I do. I still just look a little bloated. So I’m worried that my baby isn’t growing like she should or that something is wrong. And I’ve already had my anatomy scan about 4 weeks ago and the tech didn’t mention anything was wrong, but then again she didn’t talk much at all. So I don’t know, I’m just worried because I don’t seem to be progressing as much as everyone else, yet I’ve gained 20 pounds so far but it’s all gone to my thighs and butt, no belly.0
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Anapai- I know exactly how you feel with worrying. This is my first, and everyone’s comments of how small I am is really starting to freak me out. Girls that are as far long as I am (22 weeks) have a wayyy bigger, more pronounced bump than I do. I still just look a little bloated. So I’m worried that my baby isn’t growing like she should or that something is wrong. And I’ve already had my anatomy scan about 4 weeks ago and the tech didn’t mention anything was wrong, but then again she didn’t talk much at all. So I don’t know, I’m just worried because I don’t seem to be progressing as much as everyone else, yet I’ve gained 20 pounds so far but it’s all gone to my thighs and butt, no belly.
Not sure how tall you are but taller women tend to have smaller bellies because theirs more vertical space for the baby to expand into. Found out the weight that goes to the thighs and butt is used to fuel breastfeeding so (hopefully) it all goes away relatively quickly when that starts after the birth!
I'm at 15 1/2 weeks and have put on 7lbs and just sort of look thick in the middle, not an obvious bump of any kind yet (I'm 5'9")0 -
Hi ladies! I'm 14.5wks now and still sick. :frown: This is my 3rd pregnancy and the worst. With my first I was sick until 14wks and then suddently it just stopped and I felt great, with my second I was never sick and don't remember throwing up but a few times. Both of them were boys. This time I am still throwing up morning and usually at night as well. I really, really pray it goes away soon because I don't think I can handle this throughout my pregnancy, but I know I just might have to.
Anyway, we'll be finding out the sex in about 5wks. This is our last baby so I'm excited to find out if I will have all boys or not and will get to invision our family complete.
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I had to go back for another ultrasound yesterday because they wanted to remeasure the placenta. The tech said it was measuring fine but I see my doctor at the end of the week anyways so I suppose I'll find out. BUT the tech said she could say with a lot more confidence this time that it's a boy! It was also a better experience for me because I did get to see more of the baby and watch him move around alot AND feel it at the same time. She changed my due date to August 25th from the 31st so I then got a bit scared and asked if it was too big already. She just laughed and said no. My husband has had a boy name picked out for ages already, Caleb Zennon. Zennon is a family name and his middle name as well. I'd really love to start nesting too but my dad came back up and started reno'ing again! Love him to bits but he doesn't think of the clean up afterwards.....didin't cover a thing even though I left old sheets out for him! It looks like a flour mill in my house. sigh.....
I'm at 23 w and change now and still barrel shaped as well.....just starting to stick out past my boobs now but I've got a short torso so it takes up my whole midsection.
Spring is finally here :flowerforyou: have a good week!0 -
HI Ladies!
I hope everyone is having a fantastic week. Nothing to exciting to report here. Baby Mason is doing great! Go back to the dr. on Wednesday for the glucose test - Not really looking forward to it- I have heard a lot of horror stores about it making you sick or tasting bad!
Latest news with me- we have FINALLY registered for stuff. That is very overwhelming experience! It is amazing how much there is out there these days! Also have my old roommate painting a mural on the nursery walls! It is turning out so great- can't wait to see it finished!
One thing that is kind of odd that I have been experiencing is crazy chapped lips! I use chap stick all the time but it does not seem to help nor does the amount of water I drink make a difference. Is anyone else having this problem? I am in South Carolina- so it is not cold weather either!
Anyone have any tricks for back pain? My upper back hurts so bad sometimes I can't breathe. I hate the idea of taking pain med. for it too!
Have a great week!
Brandy
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Thank you for the reassurance. We had the second ultrasound today to make sure the placenta wasn't problematic. Baby seems to be healthy and growing just fine, they're just a little concerned about the shape of it (think travel neck pillow), but they don't see anything wrong with the baby. This was a huge sigh of relief. Lentil (what we're calling him) is small but it doesn't seem to be affected by the placenta. I was a 6lb 7oz baby and born at 38 weeks, so maybe it is familial. There is still debate over the due date. The last u/s, they peg him as 10 days younger than we expected, but now he is looking about 7 days younger. For the doctor's that's good enough.
xosugarbabie05ox- As nervous as I am, I have told myself that it isn't worth stressing over until the doctor's tell me I need to. I stress pretty easy so keeping a calm mind has been a little challenging. I'm just learning more than ever, just how individual pregnancy is. Savor your little bump, unless otherwise noted.
FaugHorn- I wish I were nice and tall! I'm only barely 5'4" with a short torso. I think it's mostly because it is my first. I'm still measuring normal with the classic measuring tape across belly method.
BusyPK- I'm so sorry you're still getting sick. Hopefully it will drop off soon. I'm sure you know all the tricks in the book but the GinGins candies really helped me. But either way, how exciting to get to envision your whole little family! That has to be really exciting.
mpederson- So glad your u/s was more reassuring. The kicking part is so crazy to see and feel at the same time. I love your husband's choice in a boy name. Calebs are always awesome in my experience.
Brandy715- Good luck on the glucose test. I have mine next Tuesday and I'm not excited either. I will be excited once it is over and done with.0 -
Heading out for my 2nd trimester bloodwork screening, at least this will be a quick appointment!0
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Just checking in. I will be 25 weeks tomorrow, however I feel like I am 30 already. My belly is already huge but I think it's because it is my 3rd pregnancy. Do any of you feel bigger than normal.
My eating has gotten a little better and I'm drinking more water. My appetite has gone down ( Weird). It's hard to exercise outdoors right now since it has been in the 90s, so I'm trying to look for other options.
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Well I woke up at 5am this morning with some spotting, which of course freaked me out. The boyfriend and I didn't engage in any intimacy last night so it's not that. I called my doctor this morning and of course she just said "Call me if it gets worse" and I wanted to scream "No, see me now, I will pay for the peace of mind!" ughh worrying like this is driving me nuts, I just want them to check me out and tell me what's going on, spotting in the 2nd trimester for no apparent reason is not ok with me.
Anyways, other than that I got brave and stepped on the scale this morning, 22weeks 5 days and up 18 pounds My own fault, my eating habits are still not under control. 0
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