May 2013 Due Dates
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Just a quick follow-up (delay caused by our going out to lunch after the OB's office called). The OB nurse called me back and said she didn't think my issue was anything to worry about, probably that I just have some friable tissue that is getting irritated when a BM is coming (or has come out). She said she will run it past my doctor, who will call if I need to come in or anything, but she doubted it since I am not having any other issues. Since it happened so often starting on Friday and happened again this morning (yesterday was the only "day off" I had from it - it only happens once a day and stops as soon as it starts), I asked if I should call again if it continues, and she said to call on Monday if I'm still having issues.
I don't want to say she blew me off, because that's definitely not the case, but she really didn't seem concerned at all. My next appointment is two weeks from tomorrow, so unfortunately I'm not scheduled to be in there for a while :frown:0 -
Good morning all!
I'm back at work today & tomorrow and then another 4 day weekend for me - Wahoo! I've been feeling under the weather (sore throat, coughing, and braxton hicks) so I'm hoping the next few days are uneventful.
Getting pretty excited for our u/s next week. Last time we took my parents with us, and this time my mom told me she cleared the whole morning... we haven't made the decision if we are inviting them to come in again - but I think she's already planning on it. I'm not opposed to her being there, in fact I like that she could hold my son - but I feel a little odd that she is already planning on it without us talking about it. Does that make sense? Oh well, we wanted my MIL to be there this time, but travel plans just didn't line up right.0 -
Just a quick follow-up (delay caused by our going out to lunch after the OB's office called). The OB nurse called me back and said she didn't think my issue was anything to worry about, probably that I just have some friable tissue that is getting irritated when a BM is coming (or has come out). She said she will run it past my doctor, who will call if I need to come in or anything, but she doubted it since I am not having any other issues. Since it happened so often starting on Friday and happened again this morning (yesterday was the only "day off" I had from it - it only happens once a day and stops as soon as it starts), I asked if I should call again if it continues, and she said to call on Monday if I'm still having issues.
I don't want to say she blew me off, because that's definitely not the case, but she really didn't seem concerned at all. My next appointment is two weeks from tomorrow, so unfortunately I'm not scheduled to be in there for a while :frown:
It's always interesting when the nurse/dr seems completely unconcerned... it's kind of frustrating because to us its a huge deal - but they get these calls all the time and they are so used to it being "normal" that they forget to console us - not just give us the facts. At least that's how I felt about the fainting episode a few weeks ago. Sorry that you've been having these scares! Hopefully the let up soon.0 -
Good morning all!
I'm back at work today & tomorrow and then another 4 day weekend for me - Wahoo! I've been feeling under the weather (sore throat, coughing, and braxton hicks) so I'm hoping the next few days are uneventful.
Getting pretty excited for our u/s next week. Last time we took my parents with us, and this time my mom told me she cleared the whole morning... we haven't made the decision if we are inviting them to come in again - but I think she's already planning on it. I'm not opposed to her being there, in fact I like that she could hold my son - but I feel a little odd that she is already planning on it without us talking about it. Does that make sense? Oh well, we wanted my MIL to be there this time, but travel plans just didn't line up right.
Hmm, I think that would sort of bother me, too, that my mom would have "cleared her schedule" without having been asked to attend. My OB's practice is funny in that only one person (other than you and the u/s tech) is allowed in with you. So if, say, you want your mom to be there, she has to tag team with, say, your husband. No children are allowed, either, unless presumably it's an adult child (like if you had an 18-year-old and were pregnant again). While it's no fun for people who then have to find child care, it's kind of nice because it really makes it easy to limit who goes. I could totally see my MIL trying to work her way into that one and guilting my husband into saying it's ok. Frankly I feel weird enough already without having my bare stomach exposed to my in-laws, thanks. So personally I am very appreciative of that policy! (They also don't allow kids at appointments except for newborns at postpartum follow-ups, but I see people breaking that rule all. the. time.)
On the other hand, maybe your mom is hoping to watch your son at home while you're getting the u/s done?0 -
Just a quick follow-up (delay caused by our going out to lunch after the OB's office called). The OB nurse called me back and said she didn't think my issue was anything to worry about, probably that I just have some friable tissue that is getting irritated when a BM is coming (or has come out). She said she will run it past my doctor, who will call if I need to come in or anything, but she doubted it since I am not having any other issues. Since it happened so often starting on Friday and happened again this morning (yesterday was the only "day off" I had from it - it only happens once a day and stops as soon as it starts), I asked if I should call again if it continues, and she said to call on Monday if I'm still having issues.
I don't want to say she blew me off, because that's definitely not the case, but she really didn't seem concerned at all. My next appointment is two weeks from tomorrow, so unfortunately I'm not scheduled to be in there for a while :frown:
It's always interesting when the nurse/dr seems completely unconcerned... it's kind of frustrating because to us its a huge deal - but they get these calls all the time and they are so used to it being "normal" that they forget to console us - not just give us the facts. At least that's how I felt about the fainting episode a few weeks ago. Sorry that you've been having these scares! Hopefully the let up soon.
I agree - from my internet "research," this isn't that uncommon an occurrence, so you are probably right in that they get these kinds of calls all the time. Even the lady who took the message for the OB nurse asked me if I had cramping, and when I said no, it's like the red flag went down. It's just so annoying!0 -
It's been forever since I've been on here, but with the slow work week I finally have some extra time. We found out last friday that we are having another BOY!!! I'm super excited. My husband was kind of hoping for a girl, but oh well! Little man looks perfect and is measuring right on target.
I'm really ready to be done with this pregnancy which stinks because I'm only half way there. Oh well. I'm not nearly as hungry as I thought I would be. The hubs keeps getting on to me about not eating enough. The problem I have is that something sounds good...I start to make it...and when it's done, I don't want it anymore. Anyone else keep switching their minds?0 -
It's been forever since I've been on here, but with the slow work week I finally have some extra time. We found out last friday that we are having another BOY!!! I'm super excited. My husband was kind of hoping for a girl, but oh well! Little man looks perfect and is measuring right on target.
I'm really ready to be done with this pregnancy which stinks because I'm only half way there. Oh well. I'm not nearly as hungry as I thought I would be. The hubs keeps getting on to me about not eating enough. The problem I have is that something sounds good...I start to make it...and when it's done, I don't want it anymore. Anyone else keep switching their minds?
My problem is that I decide I want to make something this week, so I shop based on that, and then I never feel like eating it, so it never gets made. Ingredients either go to waste or get used otherwise. My husband is really good at eating up those things, though!0 -
Ugh, got home to find brown discharge and a spot of red blood in my underwear. So unsettling! When I continued to wipe, there was nothing more, and admittedly on the drive home I felt irritated "down there."
Of course it was past 5, so I had to have the on-call doctor paged. She said that since I was not bleeding continuously or having cramping, she didn't think it was an emergency but that I should be seen tomorrow (1) so if there's nothing wrong I'm not left worrying all (long) weekend, and (2) so if there is something wrong, we can address it.
I'm still feeling movement, so I'm not freaking out just yet, but of course now I am questioning whether what I feel is actually movement or just gas! (I know it's movement, but it's really easy to question yourself!)
I am just hoping they can see me right away tomorrow. I have a feeling I have an infection of some sort (maybe a yeast infection, I don't know), so the question is whether they will do an ultrasound first to rule out placenta previa or an internal exam to check for an infection. Either way, I am just glad that I can be seen so I can figure out what the deal is once and for all.
The office doesn't open until 9, so I can't call until then. I am tempted to just show up at 9 to possibly be seen faster. My OB doesn't do appointments until 10, and I don't even know if she's in tomorrow given that I know she is off next week.. I would be happy to see anyone, though! They have something like 8 doctors, so I can't imagine no one will be able to see me.
I will update after seeing the doctor tomorrow, whenever that will be!0 -
Rebecca: I just wanted to pop in and say good luck tomorrow. I'm sure it will be nothing serious that will affect the baby adversely.
We're off to NYC tomorrow as our mini-vacation makeup from the cancelled trip to Turkey. I'm still unsure about whether I can handle the Turkey trip, so this is a test drive. (I continue to marvel at my own timidness, but pregnancy has really thrown me for a loop and I'm so much less adventurous than I ever have been. Can I really be the same person who once wrote for the Let's Go travel guides in Eastern Europe?)0 -
Rebecca: I just wanted to pop in and say good luck tomorrow. I'm sure it will be nothing serious that will affect the baby adversely.
We're off to NYC tomorrow as our mini-vacation makeup from the cancelled trip to Turkey. I'm still unsure about whether I can handle the Turkey trip, so this is a test drive. (I continue to marvel at my own timidness, but pregnancy has really thrown me for a loop and I'm so much less adventurous than I ever have been. Can I really be the same person who once wrote for the Let's Go travel guides in Eastern Europe?)
Thanks! I have an appointment at 12:15. I totally get the timidity thing. My husband wanted to go to the park the other day, and I didn't want to be far from home!0 -
Ok, update time! All is well. They did not do an ultrasound but (oh yay) did an internal exam. My OB said that my cervix is very vascular, so it is prone to bleeds, and she does not suspect any infections. I am not at all dilated, and the Doppler sounded good, so it was pretty much all good news. It's an annoyance that I just have to deal with, and she said I should call if I bleed like a period and/or have painful cramping. I asked if the bleeding will lessen or disappear as my pregnancy progresses, and she said it might because the cervix moves up higher and potentially away from irritations. It's not dangerous, but so I don't make things worse she put me on pelvic rest (which I had already done anyway) and that I shouldn't go to Spinning, since that irritated it. She said my best option for exercise is the elliptical
I don't have one, and I would have to pay for a gym membership to do so. I am not sure what to do, but I'm guessing light walking would probably be fine. The nice thing about living in SC is that our winters are mild. I have to weigh my options.
The funny thing was that before my exam my BP was insane (158/98), so they re-took it after I knew all was well, at which point it was 105/70. So clearly I was stressing out!!!
Anyway, I hope everyone is feeling well, but I didn't want to leave you ladies hanging!0 -
Wow Rebecca - that's crazy about your BP! I never know why they take it before the exam anyway - I'm always so excited to hear the heartbeat that I read in the 130's and then have to have it re-taken at the end (when I'm back in the 110's). You were definitely stressing, which is totally expected - I am so glad that everything seems to be ok! Did you end up spinning on xmas eve? Did that cause any problems? Walking seems like a great alternative - and so nice this time of year while xmas decorations are still up in homes and storefronts.
Our xmas was great - best gift was the Ergo carrier from my brother - can't wait to strap it on with Fig (our 'womb' name is Fig - we are not naming our child Fig, however, my dh's sister gave us all embroidered stockings for xmas, and the baby's was embroidered with 'Fig'... no way am I going to let this stick :laugh: )
I am starting to feel what I *think* is movement, but as a first timer I really have no idea. My anatomy u/s is next Thursday so I'm beyond excited to find out the sex.
My appetite is better (aka: I'm finally eating vegetables again) but I still haven't gained any weight. I've been hovering at my -6lb deficit from morning sickness and then lost another lb last week, and honestly not gaining is becoming pretty annoying. I know that it'll happen as I get into the middle of the 2nd trimester (I'm just 18 + 3) but for now I'm tired of hearing I need to eat more from relatives (I was going to punch the next extended family member to feel my stomach and ask me where my bump was over xmas). Arrrg. Okay, vent over.
Have fun in NYC Laser! I totally understand the timid thing too - like Momma was saying, driving in the snow is totally freaking me out these days - but I'm sure that you'll have a great time in NYC and surprise yourself. But even if you do put off Turkey, it'll all be worth it in the end regardless.
Happy New Year Ladies!
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Glad to hear everything went well RBXchas!! Im sure its irritating, but at least there is no danger. I am not stressing over the club feet or free floating cord as I was the first day, I feel a lot better about it now and our focus is names. They are so hard! Especially picking 2 at once. We had 2 choices, but they are on the top 10 list so we wont do them, we want them to have unique names like their brother.
I am definitely planning to invest in an ergo carrier. I see moms in the store with a NB being worn and 2 kids in the cart, I figure thats a good way to go for me! lol Fig is so cute as a womb name
. Anyone get any baby items for Christmas? I didnt, but was told by my MIL that I need to stop buying everything and let the grandparents help.....I cant help it though bc I am a bargain shopper and have been getting things used from a facebook mom yardsale site. By the time I have a baby shower I will only need diapers and wipes :laugh: .
I am getting together with my mom and ILs tonight for a Christmas Eve since my parents werent here and tomorrow is Christmas! I am hoping for a lot of food so I can eat as much as I like. Anyone have plans for New Years? 0 -
Goodorning ladies & Happy New Year!
We found out on New Years Eve that we are getting another BOY! I'm so excited! I'm thrilled that we can reuse all the clothes, blankets, and sports toys!
Our big decisions now are names (of course we didn't have any boys names picked out yet) and the stroller. Target had the new Sit-N-Stand (with thr removable full back seat) on sale over the weekend - but of course it's not compatible with the carseat we have (Eddie Bauer) so we'll have to figure out if its worth it to buy a new stroller AND carseat.0 -
Rebecca - Glad to hear everything is OK! The bleeding is an annoyance, as I mentioned a few pages back. Hopefully it stops as you get further along...which seems to have happened with me! Haven't had any in over 2 weeks, and we dtd a couple days ago (haven't dtd without blood in 2+mos...its the little things :laugh: ).
LadyJacc - feeling the movement is exciting! I finally noticed it on Saturday (was 18+1)...I kept thinking I was feeling it, but it wasn't until I actually felt it that it was like, "ok, THIS is what I've been hearing about".
My scan is not far behind yours (14th)!
Tara - no baby items for Christmas persay, but my parents were in town and got our crib for us! It will be delivered this week, I'm so excited!
mormonmomma - congrats on the boy!! Good luck deciding on a stroller....I'm having such a hard time!
I made it through Christmas with gaining 3.4lbs (I thought it would be a lot more)! Somewhat unsettling that I've gained 10 of my 14.6lbs since Nov 27, but I think its normal to go through spurts like that? We painted the nursery and upstairs bathroom since we had the long weekend and our crib will be here this week. I didn't want to move a bunch of stuff in there only to have to move it out again to paint. We don't know what we're having yet, but wanted to keep it g/n either way, so its a pale yellow. Now I'm just counting down to our anatomy scan so we can get to work building our registry!0 -
Anatomy scan tomorrow! I can't wait -- are you other 'due in late May' ladies getting as anxious as I am? Hearing about everyone's gender's is getting me excited.
Also, I feel totally justified putting off all nursery related work until I find out... thus, nothing has been purchased, moved or painted... I suppose 'break time' is about over.
Rebecca - how's pelvic rest going? Any more issues? I hope you're taking it e-a-s-y.
BananaCat - Congrats on your blood-free romp! It really is the little things, isn't it?
I'm super impressed that you've already painted and ordered a crib - you are adding to my guilt complex. I know it's the universal unisex color, but I love yellow nursery's - always a great choice! what color crib are you doing?
Momma - Another Boy! That's great - big congrats. Is the Sit-N-Stand a snap & go stroller? I keep reading everywhere that those are the way to go -- is that your opinion too? My sister-in-law praises her BOB, but I'm not sold.
I've been having more and more back pain during the night. Blah. I've been using the snoogle selectively - some nights I love it and some nights it's like a pillow prison. How's everyone else sleeping?
Hope everyone had a great New Year!0 -
Good morning,
My name is Jess. I am pregnant with a surprise! As we already have 3 angels and were adamant about being done. However, this little one popped up and we were literally speechless! She is going to have to be scheduled for a C-section, my son, the youngest, will be 4 when she arrives, she is due to be here around the 15th depending on the date. I would prefer to give a vaginal birth any day of the week!!! C-Sections are sooo rough on the body- however, there are too many risks involved to deliver naturally. Sorry to ramble on and on!!!! Happy fit Pregnancy everyone! LOL
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Hey all and welcome Jess!
I had issues with brown spotting in my discharge yesterday, but the night before I had (sorry TMI) a difficult time going #2 - so it totally makes sense. I'm fine with being on pelvic rest because I'm not really feeling like doing anything with my husband, but the not being able to work out like I want to sucks. Hopefully it will go away as my cervix rises! It doesn't hurt and is more annoying than anything else, so it's really not a big deal.
I'm feeling much, much more movement in the past week or so, which is fun. I have to get used to this all over again!
It's exciting to hear about everyone's scans. Mine is next Thursday, but, as I've mentioned, we're not finding out what we're having. Well, I guess I'm not... I scheduled it on a day when our schedule was free, but then my husband got scheduled in court right smack in the middle. He's not really upset about it frankly because I don't make a huge deal about the scan. It's not like he won't be there for the birth!
Anyway, I hope you are all doing well and had a great New Year's!0 -
Anatomy scan tomorrow! I can't wait -- are you other 'due in late May' ladies getting as anxious as I am? Hearing about everyone's gender's is getting me excited.
Also, I feel totally justified putting off all nursery related work until I find out... thus, nothing has been purchased, moved or painted... I suppose 'break time' is about over.
Rebecca - how's pelvic rest going? Any more issues? I hope you're taking it e-a-s-y.
BananaCat - Congrats on your blood-free romp! It really is the little things, isn't it? I'm super impressed that you've already painted and ordered a crib - you are adding to my guilt complex. I know it's the universal unisex color, but I love yellow nursery's - always a great choice! what color crib are you doing?
Momma - Another Boy! That's great - big congrats. Is the Sit-N-Stand a snap & go stroller? I keep reading everywhere that those are the way to go -- is that your opinion too? My sister-in-law praises her BOB, but I'm not sold.
I've been having more and more back pain during the night. Blah. I've been using the snoogle selectively - some nights I love it and some nights it's like a pillow prison. How's everyone else sleeping?
Hope everyone had a great New Year!
Well, the only reason we got a crib is because my parents offered to buy it for us, and they were visiting for Christmas! If it were up to us, it would be put off, lol. We got the Baby Cache Montana crib in espresso...I think it'll look great with the yellow! Got a call from BRU today that it's ready to be picked up :bigsmile: Good luck with your scan tomorrow! 11 more days for us.....:sad:
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Hi All, Welcome Jess!
I just posted this over in the "how much have you gained" section, but I thought I'd repost here to hear your opinions since our group is closer-knit and more conversational. I'm getting pretty down about my weight. I'm 22 weeks today and weighed in at around 24-25 lbs. this morning. The midwife says it's normal and totally ok, but I just feel huge and gross ---and I'm barely past the halfway point!
According to _What to Expect_, the baby now weighs about 1 lbs. That means I am about 1 lb away from hitting the "overweight" category (if I weren't pregnant). Yikes!
I haven't been tracking my cals because I've been feeling so awful all the time -I figured why make myself feel guilty about what little bit of heartburn/nausea relief I can find? But maybe I need to jump back in the game now that I'm not quite as miserable as before. After shooting for a daily 1350 cals pre-pregnancy, I think I'm also just scared to see how much I actually eat now. Like, really scared.
On the plus side (pun intended), the little guy is doing a lot of acrobatics down there! I know why pregnant women can sometimes be smug: there's a little secret movement going on that only you and the baby share, even though you are -gasp- in public!
Our professional national conference is in town, and I could not find anything very professional to wear. I have about 2 dresses that fit, and I already wore the one yesterday that is not maternity-specific! So today everyone is kinda going to know if they look hard enough. It is sadly not very professional to look pregnant, but on the other hand, it's also embarrassing to have everyone thinking that I just got really super fat since last year.0 -
Hi All, Welcome Jess!
I just posted this over in the "how much have you gained" section, but I thought I'd repost here to hear your opinions since our group is closer-knit and more conversational. I'm getting pretty down about my weight. I'm 22 weeks today and weighed in at around 24-25 lbs. this morning. The midwife says it's normal and totally ok, but I just feel huge and gross ---and I'm barely past the halfway point!
According to _What to Expect_, the baby now weighs about 1 lbs. That means I am about 1 lb away from hitting the "overweight" category (if I weren't pregnant). Yikes!
I haven't been tracking my cals because I've been feeling so awful all the time -I figured why make myself feel guilty about what little bit of heartburn/nausea relief I can find? But maybe I need to jump back in the game now that I'm not quite as miserable as before. After shooting for a daily 1350 cals pre-pregnancy, I think I'm also just scared to see how much I actually eat now. Like, really scared.
On the plus side (pun intended), the little guy is doing a lot of acrobatics down there! I know why pregnant women can sometimes be smug: there's a little secret movement going on that only you and the baby share, even though you are -gasp- in public!
Our professional national conference is in town, and I could not find anything very professional to wear. I have about 2 dresses that fit, and I already wore the one yesterday that is not maternity-specific! So today everyone is kinda going to know if they look hard enough. It is sadly not very professional to look pregnant, but on the other hand, it's also embarrassing to have everyone thinking that I just got really super fat since last year.
Girl, I am so with you! I saw your post over there, too. I've gained I think 18 pounds as of last Friday when I was 18+ weeks. I go to the doctor next Thursday, so I'm not sure what I will weigh then at 20.5 weeks. We shall see. I recommend reading PregosaurusRex's post on not freaking out about your weight (http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/828923-liz-s-psa-about-pregnancy-weight). I am trying so hard to go with the flow. It's really, really hard, though. Just remember that all of this is temporary.
I haven't been tracking my calories because I am freaking HUNGRY all the time! The OB nurse told me I should be eating six small meals a day, but who has time for that? But I am with you, I think I am worried to know what I actually take in. I can only log in conjunction with controlled eating. I really don't want to know how many calories were in that Arby's sandwich I had for lunch today. (Hey, at least I didn't have a shake.)
I know the awful feeling of looking like you're just fat as opposed to pregnant. I'm still sort of in that stage. As for your conference, I would re-wear the dress (most people probably wouldn't remember). Do you have any suits or dresses from when you have been a higher weight (if you've been a higher weight)? I had to be in court a few weeks ago, and I wore one of my older, bigger suits and kept the jacket open, which looked normal. Not that the judge or anyone else would care if I were pregnant, but I am not spending $$$ on maternity suits, so it will have to be dresses with open jackets - but I feel like a real suit is better, so I was glad to still be able to wear it. Not sure if I could pull that off now.
Do they know that you are pregnant? I mean, not that you plan on wearing a sign around your neck at your conference, but do your co-workers and boss(es) know? If so, I'd just be up front. Our staff knows that I am pregnant, and I've joked with them that they're going to see a lot of repeat outfits because I don't feel like spending a buttload on new maternity clothes (I sold all my old maternity clothes as a lot on craigslist because they would all be too big for me this time). It's not like they're wealthy, either ('cause we sure aren't), or wearing brand new outfits every day, so they get it.
Anyway, maybe get a dress like this at Old Navy (http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=91214&vid=1&pid=255069012) and put a regular suit jacket over it?
But seriously, read that post by Liz (P-Rex). And know that I am right there with you on the weight gain thing. It's ok. We won't end up having to have a special L&D bed because our butts are too big Sometime in June or July we'll all be getting this new baby thing under control and will be burning calories like crazy again! 0 -
Thanks for your thoughtful response, Rebecca! I got through the conference yesterday. The only person who saw me pregnant and it really mattered was the editor of the press I want to publish with, and I tried holding my coat up around my belly as we were talking. So I think it worked out. Everyone at my job knows, so it's all fine there. I won't be having any more higher-stakes performances after this for awhile, and by that point there will be no hiding. I hate the stereotype, but I know that people just don't always respect a pregnant woman in the workplace.
I did see PregasaurusRex's post, and while logic tells me it's all ok and nothing to be stressed about, I still can't help worrying about the weight gain! I am not even eating particularly badly --definitely more sweets to remove the persistent icky tastes from my mouth, and definitely heavy on the carbs (fresh veggies and even fruit give me nausea and heartburn), but I don't feel like it's crazy unclean and nasty processed stuff. Well, my husband is Italian and his son is already proving that the pasta doesn't fall far from the pasta press!0 -
Hey all! I'm wondering if any of you are doing prenatal yoga, or if you regularly did yoga before the pregnancy. I have heard a lot of great things about prenatal yoga and how it can help with labor, so I did a lot of research on who were the best teachers around town. The problem is that those teachers NEVER seem to be actually teaching the classes they claim to be teaching, even though they are listed on the schedule!
I have tried FOUR different prenatal yoga classes with the intention of meeting a specific teacher I'd heard was good, and FOUR times there have been subs! Argh. I was not into yoga before this, but now I'm realizing that you really need to call ahead to ensure that the teacher scheduled is actually the one teaching! The subs have been ho-hum, and today's actually did a bunch of stuff that I know pregnant women are not supposed to do: lots of stuff while laying flat on your back, backbends, downward dogs (which give me heartburn), etc. I wonder if the sub phenomenon happens that often in regular yoga classes or if I just got unlucky!
On the up side, I'm feeling the best I have been all pregnancy. Maybe my body has found some kind of equilibrium with the whole thing? Go 22 weeks! I'm finally complaining about something other than how crappy I feel I'm being super productive at work. And I made some totally delicious low calorie veggie soup that doesn't give me heartburn or nausea! 0 -
Good morning all-
The flu hit our house hard this past week. Luckily, I seem to have only gotten a mild case (thank you flu shot?). But regardless I'm on the mend and feeling a bit better. I'm on a hot apple cider and herbal tea kick and loving taking my water this way over the last few days. It feels good to be warm (I'm one of those people that ALWAYS has icy cold skin and sleeps under two blankets).
TheLaser - I'm with you on why pregnant women look smug! Baby is moving and grooving a lot lately. I swear he's doing somersaults! It feels soooo odd (even with a second pregnancy it's still such a unreal experience).
I've never done prenatal yoga - in fact the only time I've ever studiously done yoga was in college and that's because our instructor was phenomenal. If I found a good teacher (and didn't have to worry about getting a sitter for my toddler) I'd totally do it again. In fact, I've been throwing around the idea of doing online prenatal yoga courses... I've heard fantastic things about yogaglo.com (http://www.yogaglo.com/video-Style-24-PrePost-Natal.html). They offer a 15 day free trial and then monthly membership is $18 for unlimited classes. If I can stick to doing at least every other day for the trial period - maybe I can convince DH to let me do it - afterall thats a GREAT price for 15 classes a month (1 every other day).0 -
Hey all! I'm wondering if any of you are doing prenatal yoga, or if you regularly did yoga before the pregnancy. I have heard a lot of great things about prenatal yoga and how it can help with labor, so I did a lot of research on who were the best teachers around town. The problem is that those teachers NEVER seem to be actually teaching the classes they claim to be teaching, even though they are listed on the schedule!
I have tried FOUR different prenatal yoga classes with the intention of meeting a specific teacher I'd heard was good, and FOUR times there have been subs! Argh. I was not into yoga before this, but now I'm realizing that you really need to call ahead to ensure that the teacher scheduled is actually the one teaching! The subs have been ho-hum, and today's actually did a bunch of stuff that I know pregnant women are not supposed to do: lots of stuff while laying flat on your back, backbends, downward dogs (which give me heartburn), etc. I wonder if the sub phenomenon happens that often in regular yoga classes or if I just got unlucky!
On the up side, I'm feeling the best I have been all pregnancy. Maybe my body has found some kind of equilibrium with the whole thing? Go 22 weeks! I'm finally complaining about something other than how crappy I feel I'm being super productive at work. And I made some totally delicious low calorie veggie soup that doesn't give me heartburn or nausea!
I, too, was bummed out because when my son was born I found this "family" yoga studio with these two awesome instructors (who are also moms of young kids). I did some baby/mama yoga classes (yoga is HARD when you add a 20-lb baby to the mix!), which were awesome, and I know they had prenatal yoga. A couple of months ago they shut down :sad: They still do private sessions, but I can't afford that. Their "regular" (ie, non-private) classes had so few people that they felt very personal. Then again, I guess that's why they closed. It's a shame because they were so great. I think they just needed a better location and better marketing, but those can cost $$$$$!
That said, I ordered the Summer Sanders prenatal workout from Amazon, which is set to arrive today.
Knock on wood, my bleeding issues have been much less since I saw my doctor a week and a half ago. I've only had a couple of recurrences. Thursday I go for the big ultrasound, which is exciting! I will be by myself, which is fine, but I'm excited to get a look at the baby again (I haven't done that since the first ultrasound at 7.5 weeks). I'm getting waves of movement, in that s/he is quiet for a while, then moves around like crazy! Right now is the latter, and it feels like there's an alien in there.
I hope everyone is having a good first full week back after the holidays!0 -
Good morning all-
The flu hit our house hard this past week. Luckily, I seem to have only gotten a mild case (thank you flu shot?). But regardless I'm on the mend and feeling a bit better. I'm on a hot apple cider and herbal tea kick and loving taking my water this way over the last few days. It feels good to be warm (I'm one of those people that ALWAYS has icy cold skin and sleeps under two blankets).
TheLaser - I'm with you on why pregnant women look smug! Baby is moving and grooving a lot lately. I swear he's doing somersaults! It feels soooo odd (even with a second pregnancy it's still such a unreal experience).
I've never done prenatal yoga - in fact the only time I've ever studiously done yoga was in college and that's because our instructor was phenomenal. If I found a good teacher (and didn't have to worry about getting a sitter for my toddler) I'd totally do it again. In fact, I've been throwing around the idea of doing online prenatal yoga courses... I've heard fantastic things about yogaglo.com (http://www.yogaglo.com/video-Style-24-PrePost-Natal.html). They offer a 15 day free trial and then monthly membership is $18 for unlimited classes. If I can stick to doing at least every other day for the trial period - maybe I can convince DH to let me do it - afterall thats a GREAT price for 15 classes a month (1 every other day).
Hey there! So sorry you had the flu, but I'm glad it didn't hit you too badly! Are you feeling better now? My husband was out of commission in early December for a solid week and a half with the flu, and I had to handle our son 100% so that they didn't come into contact. My husband had not gotten a flu shot, but both our son and I had, and considering we all live in the same house, I can imagine that the flu shot is the only reason neither of us got sick. He finally got the shot about two weeks ago, just in case. It's free with our insurance, so I told him he'd be an idiot not to get it, since we're basically paying for it when we pay our insurance premiums every month! This flu season is supposedly already really bad, so I'm still washing hands often and whatnot, just in case there's a strain that our shots don't cover.
That is CHEAP for a month's worth of classes, by the way, plus you don't have to drive anywhere and can do them on your own schedule!
I totally agree on the feeling weird thing even though it's not our first rodeo. It's a feeling that is so unique that I don't think I'll ever get used to it, and I mean that in a good way. It is weird, though!0 -
Hey. I haven't been on MFP in a good while but I found out I was pregnant last fall. After contacting the father, who lived in a different city, we arranged to move to a new city together for work. My family isn't supportive since it was out of wedlock and I understand that, it is just a little bit tough. The fiance is clueless, he's a man! Haha. I'm 22 and he is 20 and this is our first, obviously. I went to a dr twice back home, to make certain I was pregnant and then to determine the sex, but now I don't have a dr, hospital, any support, or resources. I'm working on getting all of that together while fiance is at work every day. Maybe I can find some support here
Oh, I'm due May 14th.0 -
Hey Ladies!
Hope everyone survived Monday! We had our scan last week and found out we are having a Boy (!!) -- I'm beyond excited! I did find out that I have a anterior facing placenta, which explains why I'm not feeling Fig's movements very often. Nothing is low-lying or anything troublesome, so hopefully it'll move up as the weeks go on. Anyone else have experience with this? Other than that, Fig is measuring about a week ahead and looks great.
Rebecca - so glad that your bleeding has slowed! I'll have to check out the workout videos you ordered - I haven't heard of those before. You'll have to give us a review.
Bananacat - how's it going for you with the bleeding? Still good after your last romp? And I love the crib you got - great choice!
Laser - I've signed up for a 8 week prenatal yoga series (and it was actually reasonably priced for Seattle) that I think I'll start around 28 weeks or so? I've also heard that it's great for labor and breathing techniques. The place I found takes the prenatal thing pretty seriously, and even requires that I bring a snack with me for 1/2 through class, so fingers crossed the teachers are legit. That's annoying that you keep getting subs at your yoga studios -- downward dog in a prenatal class?? What was she thinking? yikes.
Momma - Sorry to hear you've got the flu in your house! Hot apple cider sounded amazing the moment I read it on your post - thanks for the inspiration! Hope you feel better soon - and I agree, that's an amazing price for the yoga - I'd jump on board!
We finally made some progress towards the nursery and are all set to paint this weekend. I purchase these wall graphics at Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/listing/114976908/dandelion-wall-decal-flower-vinyl-wall?ref=usr_faveitems) and I'm excited to start nesting. Oh, and I caved and purchased my first pair of maternity jeans -- holy moly - SO much more comfortable! Where have I been?! 0 -
Hey. I haven't been on MFP in a good while but I found out I was pregnant last fall. After contacting the father, who lived in a different city, we arranged to move to a new city together for work. My family isn't supportive since it was out of wedlock and I understand that, it is just a little bit tough. The fiance is clueless, he's a man! Haha. I'm 22 and he is 20 and this is our first, obviously. I went to a dr twice back home, to make certain I was pregnant and then to determine the sex, but now I don't have a dr, hospital, any support, or resources. I'm working on getting all of that together while fiance is at work every day. Maybe I can find some support here
Oh, I'm due May 14th.
Welcome and congrats! Sorry to hear your family isn't being supportive - that's got to be very difficult. Did you move very far away from your hometown?
I would suggest trying to find a local mom-to-be group so you can get reviews on hospitals, midwives and other care options. Plus, it's so nice talking to other pregnant ladies -- which is why this board is so great! We're here for support anytime - take care!0 -
Question- I don't really track that much because I eat a pretty clean diet. But I got around to fiddling with the settings on MFP and looking around at how many calories I should be consuming, and I came up with around 1900. That seems like a lot! But its about 300 more than I need for maintaining my pre-pregnancy weight, which is generally what they say you need for the second tri. Does this sound about right for a small gal who started at a healthy weight? Anyone have similar stats that can weigh in with what their intake (before exercise) is? Thanks!0
