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Yup- mine is in a pool league on Wednesdays which is the only night childbirth classes are offered. He didn't have a choice though- he's attending the classes. He wants a medal or a pat on the back for missing pool. He's such a great guy to give up pool for me and the baby... blah! He only knows what I tell him too. There…

Faughorn- That is such awesome news that baby boy finally turned! I hope he stays put now! As for the stretch marks, my belly has been ok but my thighs are seeing quite a few... My belly is always itchy so I'm trying to constantly apply lotion or cocoa butter. I feel greasy but not itchy... My boobs have gotten enormous-…

This is also so me! I just posted about my MIL- crazy woman. But I went through a phase where I could not stand my husband- didn't want him in the same room. His breathing bothered me. He's finally given in to reading some of the articles I've printed off and listening to other new moms, so he's finally empathisizing a…

Ugh- every time I talk to my mother in law all she does is tell me how seriously she took being a mother. It's a full time job and needs to taken seriously. Kids are important and poor parenting can really impact how they turn out in the long run... WHAT? She's nuts. She also tries to make me feel bad/guilty for having to…

As for itchy belly, I've been using Mama Bee's Belly Butter and Belly Balm. The butter is a thick cream and the balm is like a vaseline substance. I also have Palmer's Belly Butter but I can't stand the smell. I've been rotating using all three and so far so good. I've been extra itchy as of late and my girlfriend bought…

Well the reunion went better than I expected. By the end of the night, it was drunko's everywhere. I headed home a little after midnight and felt I got plenty of catching up in. Glad that's over. :) Childbirth classes start on Wed for me. DH isn't excited because he's heard they are a waste of time. I think it will be a…

I have to pee everytime too. They check protein (an indicator of preeclampsia) and glucose levels, I believe. Kerr- you crack me up! I don't exactly pee all over my hand but I am not the neatest person. The cup is never dry and it's not like I can really see where I'm aiming down there! haha! JLS- I am fortunate to have a…

I was thinking about putting together a hospital bag. I mean, it won't hurt to have it ready. There are so many checklists to use online- some of those lists would require me to bring a huge suitcase. I had to laugh at them! Toiletries and clothes for me and baby. :) I think we'll be set. Speaking of "go time," does anyone…

Heading to my 34 week appt tomorrow. I can't believe how fast time is flying by. Everyone keeps telling me how their pregnancy dragged on... not mine! I'm taking a breastfeeding class tonight- free through my hospital. Childbirth classes start next week. I'm excited for them and hope they are informative and helpful.…

Hi MrsCarter- welcome to the third tri! Yay! Chicky- I am so majorly nesting as well. I have had two showers in the past two weekends and I spent all day yesterday setting up the nursery, doing laundry, putting away clothes, putting sheets on the crib mattress, getting the changing table set up and ready, organizing…

Never thought of that! :) My profile pic is my nursery- I can't figure out how to post it in the thread from my phone so that'll have to do. I'd love to see others :)

I hope the little man starts moving around for you! I can understand the disappointment of scheduling a c-section but at least you are informed ahead of time and aren't trying to push a baby that won't come out. (Trying to look at the positive side) Sugarbabie- thinking about you! Hope you are feeling well and maybe…

My nursery is finally put together! Woo hoo!! We put up the crib, changing table, dresser and rocking chair last night. It looks so amazing- and it helps ease my stress. I've been a little mental lately. I had a mini-meltdown Sunday night. I got a little overwhelmed by how much we had left to do. DH reassured me we don't…

sugarbabie- Good luck mama! I'm sure she'll come when she's ready. My girlfriend is heading into her 42nd week because her baby boy isn't coming. She went to get another u/s to re-check the due date and baby's growth. They pushed her due date back a few weeks. Crazy! Sorry, I know that isn't comforting but it just shows…

Yay- we can say we're due next month. And I'm with you, Jills, not until the end of the month but who cares! That sounds so crazy and exciting! I also went in to nesting mode. I got my carpets cleaned and went out and bought new living room furniture yesterday. We're also getting a new rug but I can't decide which one I…

hey ladies! So I pretty much didn't sleep last night... I was exhausted but just couldn't fall asleep. I had so much on my mind- work, baby, more work, etc. I cannot wait for this long weekend to start... I am in desparate need of some R&R. On a more exciting note, my mom called and said people were asking me about…

jls- you crack me up! I'm in the same boat. DH is cool with one of us picking the first name and the other picking the middle name. I can't let that happen! I need to know the whole name flows and sounds good. We're slowly but surely widdling our list down. You'll find names that work- eventually :) keyalus- You are…

jls- thanks for the bump! No ruined clothes here yet either. ;) Just interesting mornings... I've FINALLY found a comfortable sleeping position. Unfortunately, it includes 4 pillows and a pregnancy pillow haha. DH is gone all week and I have our whole king bed to myself. I'm not sure what I'm going to do when he gets back!…

I feel like you took the thoughts out of my head and wrote them out. I've had two very serious talks with my husband and I don't think they've sunk in- at all. He's been having the summer of his life- enjoying golf, vacations, his very own DD, pool league, etc. I've been trying to get ready for this baby. This baby that is…

LOVE IT! Good luck Brunette! I hope she comes sooner rather than later- otherwise can't wait to hear your birth story :)

Hey baby, Thanks for that swift kick to the crotch last night. It was definitely a new sensation for this mama! I would also like to request you switch your acrobatics practice to the afternoon instead of bedtime :) Love you baby- I guess you're just getting me ready for no sleep!

MP- congrats! That sounds like such an eventful weekend!!! (to say the very least!!) Beautiful baby pic! And I love the idea of a 4th trimester group. I would join that after delivery! xo- that's exciting! I'm interested to see why they want to induce as well. I'm sure they know what they're talking about Faug- I hope you…

jls- so happy to hear the trip was a success. MIL's can be tricky! I don't have to see mine until Sept 7- then not until the birth. Not too shabby! My hubby FINALLY decided to paint the nursery. I think he realized I'm not joking around about getting the entire room completed by Labor Day weekend. We're booked every…

I have noticed some leaking. A few times a week I wake up with crusty nips. I know it sounds gross but it's like dried milk/colustrum. I noticed it about a week ago and I told my husband about it this morning. He seemed a little too excited... weirdo haha! I'm thinking I should buy some pads just in case it starts coming…

I have NA beers whenever I feel like having a beer. It's summer and I miss my Summer Shandy dearly, but O'douls Amber has done the trick. I can only have 2 in one sitting because they fill me up. I had a new brand last night, Kaliber by Guiness, and it wasn't too bad. I was out to dinner with the girls and it was nice to…

Hi ladies- I'm joining you in the third tri. :) I'm 28 weeks 1 day and up 20 lbs. I can't believe I'm finally in the home stretch... so close yet so far away. I've been on a mission to get the nursery finished but for some reason I can't get DH motivated to even get started! He has a deadline (two weeks) before I…

That's dedication! I just chugged it and forgot about it! Haha! Hope it went well for you :)

Hooray for the third trimester- however I am so tired again! I am back to taking naps any chance I get! Holy cow- and I'm back to getting sick to my stomach every time I get hungry. I feel like I'm back in the 1st tri! How's everyone else doing?

I thought about switching but ended up staying with my dr. If you are uncomfortable with your ob, find another one. Call around, schedule interviews and switch. If you don't like confrontation, you can just switch and your new dr. will gather all of your info and paperwork. The people in the office can call and get it all.…

what flavor did you get? When pregnant with DD I heard that the most tolerable flavor is the lemon lime, I did that flavor and it tasted like stale sprite. It was not too bad. Congrats on entering your 3rd tri!!! [/quote] I got orange last time and didn't think it was too bad so I got it again- enjoy!:) [/quote] I also had…