Pregnancy Info HOME

Can July sneak in here, if TTCers are too? Are we maybe into August now as well? hmph...

Perchy - the more the merrier, I say, so you've got my vote!! Welcome!!! Tell us your news, dates etc. ******* Lovedblessings - how are you doing today? Resting well I hope. I'm glad the hospital was helpful and gave you appropriate information. Remember not to hesitate calling them again if you feel you need to talk. Tracy - so glad the movement thing rectified itself. I'm sure we'll all get used to a pattern sooner or later and then we'll not panic quite as much. Re. working on your feet. Me too!! After saying to Col the other day that I sometimes "miss the routine of work" I was then saying yesterday that I should be careful what I wish for as I ended up working on my feet for 5 hours straight. Luckily I didn't have the swelling problem but I certainly slept late today - well deserved I think!!! I'm so grateful that my husband and I are self-employed as it means that although I still get drafted in at the last minute, I can also opt out of work whenever it's quiet. What are your options? Is there not a law somewhere which states that your employer has to find you a job that's suitable when you're pregnant? It's certainly something like that in the UK anyway. Hope you can find some rest soon. BM5 - sorry to hear about DDs fever. Hope she's better now. How about you? And what about everyone else? Are you still on Christmas holidays? Hope all is well and those who haven't been around for a while will update sooooooooooooooooooon! We miss you! TTY all L! XOXOXOX

Good morning...definately the more the merrier. For us ttcers we are now into October babies!! Hopeful...take it easy on your feet...what is your job? Hope veryone is well this a.m. xoxxo

Welcome Perchy! Hopeful, I work in a store, and to be quite honest, my husband would rather me not work at all while PG, but I do it to get out of the house and not go crazy. I don't have to be there, I choose to. They are very accomodating though since I was on bed rest in the first trimester, they give me a stool to sit on and just have me ring up customers, but it's me that feels like a lazy slouch if I just sit there, so I move around quite a bit and try to be normal. Plus, one of my bosses is only five days behind me, but she is not even showing and she doesn't get tired or back pain or anything! It drives me crazy that her pregnancy has not changed her life one bit. I'm happy for her, but it still makes me crazy. So, I feel guilty just sitting on my butt. It's nice that you have options too. Like I know that if I really need to I can call in sick or ask to go home. I was a teacher until about a year ago, and would not have any of the flexibility that I do now if I had stayed doing that. Working in a school is brutal depending on your boss. Mine was terrible.

Good morning all. Yesterday's appt. went great! I weighed the same as my last appt which I was very happy for since I gained about 6 lbs. already in the 1st couple of months, I'm sure the move helped! I must've worked off all that extra Xmas eating! I know what you mean Loved when everybody is always trying to feed us pregnant women. Every party I went to this season, instead of offering me drinks, they offered food. But I have to say, my appetite is pretty normal, I no longer need to eat every couple of hours like I used to, although I try to keep my meals smaller and still munch in between on healthy stuff. And we heard the hb, it was at 150. It was such a relief. He said not to worry about the movement yet, as it's still pretty early. And I scheduled our first u/s for Feb 5th, I can't wait!!!! I asked about the "growing" cramps I get and doc said that usually gets worse with every pg. It's not painful, just annoying. It feels somewhat like menstrual cramps, but I don't think it's contractions, just my uterus growing. Considering our b-ding schedule, I guess that contributes some to the pains. Sorry if TMI, but they say orgasms make the uterus contract, right? Although we did go from 2-5 x day to now about 1-2 x day (sometimes 0 when kids are home, but we usually can't go much more than a day). I always feel bad for those women that post about having no drive while pg, I can't relate. Mine's been just as strong the whole time. I keep waiting for it to go away, but it hasn't yet. Dh and I keep going back and forth on whether or not we want to find out gender or not. I'm starting to cave and want to find out, dh is pretty strong about waiting. I guess we'll wait until u/s and see how it goes? Anyways, Loved, hope you're doing well, hang in there, you have lots of support here and try to think positively. Tracy-what about talking to nurses, they're on their feet all day, what do they do when they're pg? There has to be something out there for you. Maybe try a nurses supplies website? That's about all I can think of. I sit at a desk all day so I'm afraid I'm not much help, but good luck and remember, it's temporary. Hopeful, you sound like you need to rest after such a long time on your feet. It was interesting what you said about the UK and them accomodating a pregnancy to find a suitable position. Did you know that the US is one of the worst countries for how they treat pregnant women in the workforce? There is little to no lee way here. As a matter of fact, I've heard of many companies not hiring candidates that they think "might" be having families just because of having to give them UNPAID time off. Isn't that crazy? Makes me want to move to another country. I've heard of many women having difficult times with their employer over pregnancies. My 1st pg, I was actually fired. I tried suing for discrimination, but after much money spent, I lost. It's a hard thing to prove. Anyways, enough babbling from me, I'm still swamped at work and my kids make it nearly impossible to come in early or work late, so I better utilize my time here. I was so happy with my appt. yesterday, I just can't believe how reassuring it is to hear that hb! Well wishes to all, and welcome Percy! Give us your EDD and baby's gender if you know it. I've been writing them all down and I'll do one post that lists everyone's if I can get them all. I'm still missing Sann, and Loved, what is your actual EDD? Hugs to all xxxxooooo

Hi all... LOUISA - I hope you are on bedrest and doing ok. PERCHY, welcome! LM3, crossing everything for you this month. TRACY, I sit when I teach so I'm not on my feet that much. Last Thursday I was on my feet much of the day while starting in on the nursery paintings, and my back was killing me by the end of the day. BABYM5 - glad you had a good appt! And sex 1-2x/day, wow, you still impress me woman! My libido is definitely back (been having some nice dreams) but we work late at least 3 days a week and by the time we get home we're both pretty beat. Trying to improve our numbers though ;-) My update: 20w2d and doing well! Lots of energy and appetite and feeling good consistently for the first time in months. Also down to a quarter Unisom a night, and hoping to completely go off it in a couple of days. Definitely feeling the baby moving which is really cool. Heard the hb again yesterday, and also found out at the Dr's office that I've only gained 5lbs total in the 20 weeks, so that's nice. Plenty of time to put on more pounds ;-) My level 2 is schedule for the 22nd - can't wait for that. Oh, and we went to Babies R Us this past weekend. Wow - so much stuff. We definitely try not to be major consumers, so it's an interesting process sorting through what we really need and what is just cute. My friends with babies have been giving me suggestions which is really helpful. Did you all hear about the new Consumer Reports study about carseats and side-impact crashes? If you didn't, go to npr dot org (National Public Radio) and follow the link. Anyway, I'd better eat breakfast and get ready for work. take care! V

Val, I saw that consumer report and I am confused by what to do. The reason I am confused is because the Graco SnugRide did the best and by looking at them in person, I think they are crap in comparison to other seats. Now, I know the base, etc....is what makes it safer, but the seat part actually seems cheap and uncomfortable compared to others. Obviously safety is first and foremost, but at what point do we consider comfort for the wee tiny baby? The Graco Safeseat has the quality of seat that I would be satisfied with, but it failed the tests. Britax has a great seat as well, but that failed too. Hmmmm. Any thoughts ladies????

Hi! I'm not really new to this board -- just new to this thread. I keep seeing May and June and figured "this isn't me." But then, I also didn't know what TTC stood for til just recently. lol. I've posted in a couple other threads -- I am due July 24, and I'm on my first pregnancy at age 37 (even though I got pregnant at 36)! <p> I have two quick questions: Why are we forever suggested to lie on our left sides (not the right)? And I am very confused about tea. Is there any good list of safe teas to drink? Seems like every site has info that conflicts with another site.

Perchy, I am currently 36 but I turn 37 in February and I am due in May. This is also my first child. We had to go through some infertility stuff to get here, so I'm hoping my next pregnancy just happens naturally (and quickly)!!!! I am aiming for two kids total. This is a very liberal thread, so July is more than welcome here. Well, our condo flooded yesterday while I was out at BabiesRUs and running errands! We rent thank heaven and it was nothing we did, so the landlord is taking care of everything. We are definitely moving after this debacle! We pay $1600/mo for misery here. Little did we know that this happens in these units all the time. The builder screwed up or cheaped out on the toilets so a certain pipe keeps breaking. Luckily my landlord is the maintenance manager for the entire association!!!! He was over here in ten minutes having the water sucked up, etc.... What bothers me is that I am highly allergic to mold and mildew, and two of the rooms were carpeted, while water also went downtstairs through the wall. This is Florida.....the walls????? There is going to be a problem here very soon, so I think we are going to start looking elsewhere. Oh well, we can't risk mold with a baby coming.

Hello all! Not much to report here. Bean is kicking up a storm every time I sit down so that's nice and reassuring. Still 2 weeks til next check up so I'm glad that I'm feeling fine and Bean seems to be too! lovemy3 - to answer your question about my job. Waitressing/bartending/chef depending on what needs doing at the time! It's not bad except that I'm generally very bad at "slowing down" (it's the same when I'm sick too!) and so when the orders come in thick and fast I have to remind myself constantly that I'm pregnant and can't do the job like I used to. Like I said, though, we're self-employed so I'm only drafted in as "back-up" at the moment. Tracy - I'm glad your employers are being sympathetic. So it should be! I also used to be a teacher and I can't imagine doing that now!!!! Stressful or what?!!! I remember when I was teaching a woman who had twins and worked up until the last few months - she was ENORMOUS!! but thankfully she spent most of her teaching sitting down - not a luxury I would've been able as my subject was much more active. I still can't believe she did it though - it makes me feel incredibly lazy now so I can totally relate to you wanting to work so you don't go crazy! I'm so sorry to hear about your house troubles. Perhaps you should try and find somewhere sooner than June but maybe that's impossible. BM5 - glad all was well at your appointment and that you've been given some reassurances by your doctor. That's always nice isn't it? Yeah - from what I hear about the US health system, it doesn't make life very easy does it? Sounds like you were well within your rights to sue during your 1st pregnancy and I'm sure you'd've had a better case if you'd been in the UK but who knows? Val - great to hear you sounding so well! (I know exactly what you mean about the good dreams - me too!! LOL!!) I wish I was in your position regarding the baby shopping - Firstly I'm finding it really difficult to find anything I like as the shops just seem to cater for people who want pink, blue or teddy bears (not my thing at all I'm afraid). Also - I'm with you on avoiding unnecessary stuff so with little to choose from I'm down to the bare minimum in the stores. That's why I'm looking at the internet instead. Just found some interesting deals on "starter packs" for cloth nappies/diapers which reduce the initial cost for them which is great. What type of diaper are you going for by the way? Would love to hear if you've got any wise suggestions from friends who've used non-disposable about which types/designs are best? Percy - re. lying on the left side............it's something to do with making sure that your baby gets the best blood flow and to stop you putting too much pressure on your liver (which is on your right side). Also, lying on your back makes your heart work harder coz the weight of your baby can put pressure on a large vein called the "inferior vena cava" which carries blood from the feet and legs, pelvis and abdomen back to the heart. That's why, if you lie on your back for too long, you may start to feel dizzy. (By the way - I haven't suddenly got a PhD in medicine - I cribbed all this from a book I have!!) Re. teas - I know what you mean about conflicting opinions. My general rule of thumb is to stick to anything that doesn't have caffeine so it's mainly Rooibos (Red bush), Chamomile or Peppermint for me and I'm quite happy. Hope that helps. Anyway - my husband leaves tomorrow for a 5 day trip home (I decided not to go with him because it would mean 12 hours travelling each way - flying, driving and sitting around in airports! - and I just didn't fancy it much!) so I'll be all lonely and dying for conversation over the weekend so I hope you're all up for a chat then!! Speak to you all soon! XOXOXOX

Hope everyone's well. Just checking in after a lovely swim (1st of the year and long may it continue) which is one of the many ways I intend to pass the time while my hubbie is away (Boo hoo - sniff sniff!) Counting the minutes already til he's back on Monday afternoon. I think I'm becoming a bit of a professional at the whole waiting game!! LOL!! Anyway, hope to hear from some of you today - I fancy a bit of a chat!!! TTYL. XOXOX

Good morning everyone. Hope you are all well. Hopeful...don't know much about non-disposables I'm embarrassed to say. Always used Huggies or pampers diapers and dispoables wipes as well. keep of your feet and just tell those people to relax as they wait! LOL. tracy...thats too bad about the water issue. You are right though about wet carpet, the mold and mildew comes shortly after. Our weather today is BRrrrrrr!! Lots of snow. had to shovel the driveway twice yesterday!! My kids went sledding last night and had a great time. I am cd19 today. Got a positive surge last night and we BD, then this morning after dh went to work I checked and still pos. actually the test line this a.m is even darker than the control line. So we will bd again tonight. Have half decent ewcm, not tons but definately there. So thats all the news here. KD...are you still out there? COL...how about you...we have the same cycle schedule...how are things going?

Good morning ladies, I am so happy to hear everybody is doing well pregnancy wise, the rest it does not matter : ) : ) Tracy, definitely you have to move. My updates, CD 18, I am not sure exactly when I Od, but I am not really serious about TTC this month, maybe next month, but still you never know. One thing thought I am sure about, I will try my best not to go back to old days of TTC where I was stressed 24x7. I will do my best, but with no stress hopefully: ) . Lovemy3, yes I think we are on the same schedule, let’s hope for the best for all of us, you, KD and myself. I think I am ready to try again, emotionally I am doing much better. Hopeful, I am so glad the bean is keeping you busy kicking already, I know what you mean about waiting for your dh to be back, it was hard for me last month when my dh was away for 17 days, I think it was bad timing for me, although I cant deny the fact that I enjoyed the responsibility free time, if you know what I mean : ) . Sann and Val, miss you so much dear friends : ) : ) . TTYL all wonderful ladies.

Hello lovemy3 - glad to hear ttc-ing is going well. Hey - can you send some of that snow to me? I know that it seems a strange request ,given that if there's snow on the ground I'm going to have a much harder time getting about, but I have another group of family visiting in mid-February for a week and if we've got plenty of snow then they'll keep themselves busy and I'll have less responsibility. We've NO SNOW at all below 3000ft and the skiers are getting really tetchy!!!!!!!!!!!! Col - great to hear you as always. You're sounding positive which is fantastic and I wish you all the luck with ttc-ing whenever you start. I know what you mean about being responsibility free when you're on your own - the only thing is that when my dh is away it means that I'm "in charge" of the business. Luckily we've got several members of staff so I shouldn't need to step in that often (especially as the "season" is so quiet due to the poor winter conditions - today = +12C and normally at this time of year it should be -12C!!!!!!) but it's the feeling that I'm on call all the time means I can't really relax. What a bore! Oh well - no rest for the wicked as they say!

Morning ladies. Yeah, I woke up this morning and this place stinks like wet carpet and it's pissing me off. The upstairs doesn't smell, it's just the downstairs, but it's musty and dank! I am furious. Went to the OB for my monthly check-up and heard the heartbeat at 150. The doc said that the records from the perinatologist's office show that they want to see me now for a growth U/S, so I go Monday for that. I hate that place. They are the ones who told me that there is a spot on the baby's heart, etc....My husband does not like that doctor at all. I think he was just so stressed by being there a month ago that he doesn't want to have to go back and possibly go through that kind of trauma again. My OB reiterated today that he feels confident that with all the knowledge he has from my tests, that everything is OK, but I still can't help but not want to go back to that other guy's office either. It's fear that's making me feel this way. Well, I am in one of the wet rooms and it stinks, so while I wait for the landlord to come by, I will be in a dry room away from the computer. Hopeful, only 4 more days till your DH comes home. Keep your chin up girl!

Morning everyone. Well this is my 2nd attempt at a post. I lost the 1st one, but it was a lot of venting so I guess it's probably good. I'm starting to 2nd guess going off of my psych meds for my bipolar, I've been an emotional wreck the last few days. This weekend it was directed towards my kids, the last 2 days it's been poor dh. I thought these emotions would get better after 1st tri, but I feel like I did when I used to get PMS. I can't seem to stop crying the last few days. I envy those of you who have a choice not to work. Work is the last place I want to be but have no choice. I would love to be snuggled with a blanket and sulking today. Anyways, since the last post that didn't make it was so long, I don't have the energy on this one, just thought I'd check in though. Anyone else feel like an emotional rollercoaster? Tracy, hope you get your carpets resolved. Hopeful, I'm with you on the snow, but looks like we're supposed to get some over the weekend. LM3/Col, good luck on the ttcing, I think the less pressure the better, but sending lots of baby dust your way...hugs to all