Pregnancy – August 2011

Good morning!

I'm trying to think of a present for my daughter to give to her the day the baby is born. I already got her a big sister t-shirt and a charm necklace..but i'd like to get something just for her to make her feel special on that day..however, my brain just won't work! I'm not sure if I mentioned this before, but she is also getting another baby sister from her dad..only 6 weeks after ours is born, after being an only child for 11 years! So, I'd really like to make it something special! Any suggestions for me?

Today marks 30 days left til my c-section date!!!!! Can't wait )

Hope everyone has a great day!

I was going to suggest a baby doll until I got to the part where she is 11. LOL, not sure how much she'd appreciate it :laugh:
But maybe some girlie stuff - nail polish, lip gloss, etc. A journal might be nice, too, with a cool pen. If she likes reading, a book that she enjoys could also be a hit. My daughter loves to "escape" to her room and listen to the radio or CDs, so a small cd player/radio might also be appreciated.

Rachel - I went with the doc who had been my pediatrician as my daughter's ped when she was born. When he retired I wasn't thrilled with the other providers at the office, so I asked around with friends who had kids the same age and got a referral to a doc I love. She is quite busy, and sometimes I have to wait a while, but for me, it's more important to have a doctor who will listen to me and not discount my concerns than to get in right away for a checkup. She does have her books open at least 2 months out so I just plan ahead and call early. One big thing, though, is that she seems to keep a few spots available each day for urgent visits. If you think your child has strep or something, you don't want to be waiting for a week to get in!! Hope my rambling helps a bit.

Jen - I agree, yuck! I don't think people realize that the lancet actually has blood on it, it would be almost the same as sharing a needle. I had a point where I wanted to check my blood sugar (don't recall why, I think I was wondering if it was low right then) and my SIL said I could use her tester. I asked for a new lancet and she gave me this blank look, like she was wondering why I could possibly want a new one when she'd only used the other a couple of times (which is even gross in my opinion). Good for you for sticking up for your health!

AFM - first NST and IFA were today. It took about 30 minutes or so, probably a little longer since baby moved away from the heart monitor and they had to shift me and it around. I get to go in every week, but at least now I know what to expect.
Done with class for the summer, but I have the final (take home) to do by friday morning. Then I won't have class until Aug 22. Two whole weeks to just relax and veg! yay!

Good morning!

I'm trying to think of a present for my daughter to give to her the day the baby is born. I already got her a big sister t-shirt and a charm necklace..but i'd like to get something just for her to make her feel special on that day..however, my brain just won't work! I'm not sure if I mentioned this before, but she is also getting another baby sister from her dad..only 6 weeks after ours is born, after being an only child for 11 years! So, I'd really like to make it something special! Any suggestions for me?

Today marks 30 days left til my c-section date!!!!! Can't wait )

Hope everyone has a great day!

I was going to suggest a baby doll until I got to the part where she is 11. LOL, not sure how much she'd appreciate it :laugh:
But maybe some girlie stuff - nail polish, lip gloss, etc. A journal might be nice, too, with a cool pen. If she likes reading, a book that she enjoys could also be a hit. My daughter loves to "escape" to her room and listen to the radio or CDs, so a small cd player/radio might also be appreciated.

I think the journal is a cool idea. Also if shes into crafts or being creative maybe you could introduce her to an easy form of scrapbooking, where she could take pics of the baby/her and the baby and find creative ways to display them in her scrapbook

Good morning!

I'm trying to think of a present for my daughter to give to her the day the baby is born. I already got her a big sister t-shirt and a charm necklace..but i'd like to get something just for her to make her feel special on that day..however, my brain just won't work! I'm not sure if I mentioned this before, but she is also getting another baby sister from her dad..only 6 weeks after ours is born, after being an only child for 11 years! So, I'd really like to make it something special! Any suggestions for me?

Today marks 30 days left til my c-section date!!!!! Can't wait )

Hope everyone has a great day!

I was going to suggest a baby doll until I got to the part where she is 11. LOL, not sure how much she'd appreciate it :laugh:
But maybe some girlie stuff - nail polish, lip gloss, etc. A journal might be nice, too, with a cool pen. If she likes reading, a book that she enjoys could also be a hit. My daughter loves to "escape" to her room and listen to the radio or CDs, so a small cd player/radio might also be appreciated.

I think the journal is a cool idea. Also if shes into crafts or being creative maybe you could introduce her to an easy form of scrapbooking, where she could take pics of the baby/her and the baby and find creative ways to display them in her scrapbook

Seconding the journal/scrapbook idea, very cute and she'll be "involved" with the baby too.

Maybe you could give her a handmade "coupon" for an afternoon with you in the near future. Once you can leave the baby with family for a few hours, you and her can go to a movie or get your nails done or something. Just the two of you. This will give her something to look forward to during the baby mayhem period :happy:

Maybe a relativly cheap yet good quality digital camera. I would have loved having a camera when I was 11!!!

Drs appt today was uneventful. Had my first internal check- no dialation, but I have been cramping since she checked. Head is still high.

Go back tomorrow for ultrasound, and after to see the OB to "decide" if the baby is too big to deliver or not. I can do it!! I don't care how big they think the baby is.

Drs appt today was uneventful. Had my first internal check- no dialation, but I have been cramping since she checked. Head is still high.

Go back tomorrow for ultrasound, and after to see the OB to "decide" if the baby is too big to deliver or not. I can do it!! I don't care how big they think the baby is.

I cramped a little after each check too...I think it must just scramble up the insides! And good for you! I personally think that my body wouldn't make a baby too big for me to deliver. I don't really agree with the fact that they try to decide whether or not you can deliver a baby vaginally- alot of the time they're wrong about the size anyway! I mean, all babies didn't die before c/s were invented. Mothers out on the congo squat by a log and give birth to their 6lb baby or their 10lb baby with pride! That's just me and my opinion and I know there are certain circumstances where a woman has a very small pelvic region and seriously cannot do it, but for the most part, I think it's achievable! My mother is a 4'9" petite woman and gave birth to 4 of us ranging from 7lbs to 11lbs! If she can do it..I know I can! And YOU CAN TOO! Whoo hoo! ( I'm done rambling for the day) haha!

Welcome to all the new people!

Susie is starting to sleep for 3-4 hour blocks which makes me super happy. We have had people "helping" us with the baby since she is born. Bf went back to work today and I was happy to try out my first day alone with the baby. She has been wonderful until 6pm when she commenced with a 2 hour upset fit. She was not hungry, she wanted me to hold her in a certain way and rock her in a specific fashion (and heaven help me if my arms got tired and I stopped). I have enjoyed the day! And I get to repeat for the next 4 days! (bf will come home for dinner on sat and I am taking her to see him at work on sunday)

Hope everyone is well!

Welcome drakeswife! (And any other newcomers I missed)

Rachael - If you are not adverse to it (and neither of you are super heavy sleepers), I found that I got a lot more sleep when I nursed the baby in bed at night. We'd fall asleep there in bed, and when baby woke up to eat again, I just rolled over and switched sides. Co-sleeping is not for everyone, but I don't know how I would have made it through without! (Especially with active toddler during the day too). Also, you hear this all the time, but it's true: nap when she is napping during the day. Even a 20 minute catnap can make a difference in how you feel! She'll grow out of this before you know it, so hang in there!

Maureen - yikes! the 2-hour fussies can be a challenge! Glad she's been good the rest of the day. Sounds like you're starting to feel better, too. Yay!

AFM - haven't been able to get comfortable all evening. Weird leg cramps (not the charlie horse type I get at night), and feeling like baby is everywhere. I have no room to breathe!! Hoping a good-night's sleep (and getting to sleep in) will help!

Second childbirth class is tonight

I am dreaming a lot about delivery lately. I think it's because in all honest, I am a bit nervous about it. But only the delivery, not becoming a parent or bringing my little man home, just how delivery is going to go. Hubby says he feels the same. Hopefully the more classes we have the better we will feel.

Danielle- I felt nervous about it too and just went in with the attitude that it was happening no matter what so I may as well have an open mind.... still very nervous... you are going to do SO awesome. If you can relax during and just focus your adrinaline will pick up and carry you through. Don't worry, you will rock!

Thank you for this! That's what I am trying to do as well. Classes are def. helping though.

Thanks guys for your comments.

Forgot to mention- found out yesterday that I have bladder infection NUMBER 5 of this pregnancy. I have never been prone to them before!

Anyways, gotta run, will check in tonight and let you know anything I find out from the ultrasound, etc.

Have a great day everyone!!