Pregnancy Thread.....Tuesday, 9/28

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FluffiB..................Kaden.................... ........Born 7/12/04
AngelHope..........Michael John...................Born 7/21/04
Laprettygurl........Cassidy Paige.................Born 8/19/04
wari.....................Cameron Raed Ari..........Born 8/25/04
Trolly...................Sophie Sky......................Born 8/31/04
Teach2Live..........David Morton..................Born 9/10/04

ThininMex................W42...............09/16/04........Probably a Girl
little bear.................W41...............09/22/04........Boy
aphexacid................W40...............09/28/04........Girl
babyblue26062.......W40...............10/04/04........Boy
Bozo.....................…W40................10/06/04
lizzyd.......................W36................10/21/04.......Boy
Shenandoah............W33................11/14/04.....(TWINS!!)
Mrs. Sarah...............W33................11/18/04......Boy
karatejen.................W32...............11/26/04.......Boy
ChristinaK................W31...............12/02/04.......Boy
GetNSlim...................W27................12/24/04......Boy?
surfdol......................W27................12/28/04

supportinghubby......W26................12/30/04......Girl
DesperateInFL..........W25................01/07/05......Girl
Idahospud................W25................01/09/05
Viki............................W23............... .01/22/05......Girl
Shandril105...............W23............... 01/23/05......Girl
ReinventingMe03.......W23................01/24/05
Nyanchan..................W23................01/31/05......Girl
metroames................W22................02/08/05......Boy
MadameX...................W22................02/09/05......Girl
Sapphires2000...........W18...............03/03/05
lctchr..........................W17............... .03/10/05
AmyJuli.......................W17................0 3/10/05
JennPayton................W16................03/13/05
blueyedgrl.................W13...................0 3/31/05
Heather123...............W13...................04/??/05

Marthad.....................W12................... 04/11/05
Dar20........................W11.................. .04/16/05
Jefinner.....................W11.................. .04/16/05
chels_hoff..................W8.................... 05/15/05
Denise85...................W7....................0 5/22/05
mom2twoboys...........W?.....................??/??/05


Green12........................................... ...Trying!
2BFitHourglass.................................... Trying!
michigangrad...................................... .Trying!
Kidj4............................................. .......Trying!
SmileyAmy......................................... ..Trying!
lil miss.............................................. ...Trying!
AZparalegal....................................... ..Trying!
ChristieJ......................................... .....Trying!
Miss Gigl.............................................. Trying!
MarriedinSept..................................... .Trying!
jehcekah.......................................... ....Trying!
Nicole133......................................... ....Trying!
jeepifer.......................................... ......Trying!
StrawberryGirl.................................... ..Trying!
AnnieO............................................ .....Trying!
speckle........................................... ......Trying!

[metroames]

Good morning ladies!

Sorry it was such a crappy Monday for everyone. I didn't wake up with the energy I had hoped for...I guess I'll be taking it easy tonight.

Praying for ThininMex and little bear that the full moon works!

Originally posted by speckle
Hi everyone. I'm not pregnant, but I do hope to start trying in the next year(ish). I have wondered about doing LC while pregnant, and I'm glad I found this thread. Does a pregnant woman need to follow any different guidelines than anyone else? I have worked so hard to lose the weight that I have, and would like to lose about 25 lbs more before trying to get pregnant. I just figured I'd have to give it all up! What do the doctors say about LC during pregnancy?

Speckle

Speckle! From what I've read LC is fine as long as you stay out of ketosis since there have been no studies done on the affect to the fetus. I myself had planned to keep my carbs fairly low, but when the morning sickness came on strong that went out the window. I'm doing better now, but I'm probably still approaching 150 carbs on most days instead of the 60-80 I had originally aimed for. Not to discourage you, but most of the ladies on this board have had a hard time sticking to low carb because of morning sickness. Just remember that you can always take the weight off afterwards and just do the best you can. I added ya to the list of TTC if that is ok. Feel free to join us in discussion anytime!

Ames

[chels_hoff]

Ames ~ Woooo Hoooo on getting the shift that you wanted!! Thanks for the article, I have always embraced the fact that I am shaped like Marilyn (36D/28/40 5'7'' 155) in fact I have even did a photo shoot as her (will post the pics if anyone wants to see) and in my case I got PG the first month so maybe there is some truth to it!!

Sarah ~ Glad you had a great shower!! The figurine that you got is SO beautiful, sorry to hear that you are not getting any rest... hope you are able to soon.

Michelle ~ Sorry hubby is stressing, but glad that every thing is ok weather wise. That is so neat about being able to feel her from the outside, cant wait for all of that to start happening!!

Lizzy ~ Don’t you LOVE getting new things!! Congrats on the new car!! Thanks for all the info on the car seats, I wonder who at David's work is in charge of the car seat detail??

Dierdre ~ feel like sharing any more details on the cruise?? We are thinking about going in January and have never been on one, let alone PG. Sorry about the storm fallowing you, hope you had fun anyway!!

Denise ~ Sorry the reunion was lame, but I guess that’s a good thing since you where/are tired. I have been exhausted too!!

Darlene ~ If you think it is a UTI they have cranberry pills. I keep some on hand and take them and juice when I feel on coming on but I start get them at least a few times a year.

Smiley Amy ~ How ya doin'? Figuring out all that charting stuff??

Jefinner ~ all those bad foods sound SO good!! One of my favorite places to eat is Fresh Choice. I will even stop by and get it to go..LOL.

Nicole ~ glad to here that things are going the way that you want them!!

GoJacket ~ I know how you feel about staying away from the board. I have been putting all my time into my new website in hopes of keeping my mind off of things. I too am in my "breath holding" week (between 7-8) so if you ever need to talk outside of the board please e-mail me chels_hoff@msn.com.

GetNSlim ~ Glad to here that you had a nice birthday dinner with hubby, sorry to here that he has to spend so much time away from home because of work. David has been on the grave yard shift for the last 5 years I am SO ready for him to get on another shift!! Eeeekkkk the name Gage makes me think of that creepy little boy in the movie Pet Cemetery, mind you I would have never brought this up if you guys where still considering it. I hate when people do that!!

Kelley ~ Thanks for the recipe I love EP parm!! I will have to print it up and stick it in my cookbook "just incase" I really like Oroweat's bread I usually get there light wheat and it has the same carb count as there LC breads. They also have LC hotdog & hamburger buns that are good.

Strawberry ~ keep your chin up!! it will happen for you!!

Shandrill ~ Don’t you hate those kinda days!!?? Darn hormones, does it get better or worse??

Christina ~ Sorry to hear about the GSD, sweet of hubby to be you exercise buddy!!

Pauline ~ Big hugs going your way!!

Speckle ~ Welcome to the board!!

Hi to anyone that I missed!!

Hope all the FL mommies are ok & dry!!

Suzanne, Amy & Nicole ~ Guess we will have a few full moon babies, speedy labor vibes to all of you!!

Well I spent most of my weekend working on my web site, I had to rebuild it from scratch but I am pretty happy with it. I did not go to sperm donor Jims surprise birthday party Friday night, didn’t even call to make an excuse as to why. My mom said that she hopes that his wife told him I would be there and then he was disappointed when I didn’t show. She said that it would serve him right all the times he did it to me growing up. This is coming from a woman that NEVER said one bad thing about him until I started doing it as an adult. David had to work OT on 2 of his three days off, so we just had our usual lazy football day on Sunday. Have a a few quezzy days but have not actually gotten sick. Have my first Dr. appt at 1:30 today, but it is only a paper appt. Part of me is glad because if we herd little beans heart beat and or saw him/her on an u/s and then m/c it would crush me. I think I will feel better about all of that after the end of the week. I was thinking that a weekly food/exercise sign in would work better, unless those who want to post it do not want a separate thread??!! Let me know.....well off to bed !!

xoxo Chelsea
*Pregnant with Our First*
www.geocities.com/cyd_hoff

[Marthad]

Hi everyone.

I never made it back yesterday, the day just sort of got away from me. I encountered some drama involving this American social club I volunteer for, so it was a bit of a rollercoaster day. I won’t bore you with the details, but just let me emphasize the word volunteer! Anyhow, it turned into a 4 ½ hour waste of my time meeting.

Today we have my level II u/s to assess my downs syndrome risk. I’m looking forward to getting a better look at the baby, but a little apprehensive too, as I’m 36…

Ames, congrats on the midnights! That’s awesome! I’ve heard that about curvy women. I’m overweight, but definitely still hourglass shaped. We’ve had successful egg fertilization 3 out of 5 times…better than average, I guess…

Chels, good luck at your dr’s appointment!

Desp, glad the hurricane didn’t bother you too much.

Sarah, how exciting to feel the hiccups! I hope you can get some sleep…I’ve been waking up to pee at 3:30 am every morning, and half the time I can’t get back to sleep until 6 something, usually 5 mins before the alarm goes off. It sucks to just lie there thinking….*hugs*… like you should get some relief from the unisom, though.

Hi Kelly, that eggplant sounds great! I wish I had more LC food choices here for something quick. I totally have not felt like cooking as much as usual…

Hi Vikki!

Dar, Chinese chicken with snow peas sounds great! And an eggroll! Oh my!

Littlebear and Suzanne, I feel like a broken record here, but *good labor vibes* !!

Jennifer, my eating has been awful too…we will get ahold of it…

GoJackets, *hugs* I know how you feel. Wednesday will be here soon!

Smiley, I would just read the book, and skip to chapters you think you need first. That’s what I’m doing with some of my pregnancy/birth books.

Hi Meg!

GetNSlim, I know what you mean. I’ll admit sometimes I’m excited to get some time to myself when my hubby has to travel, but then I start to miss him right away! It must be really tough to have him gone ALL week long!

Hi Strawberry!


Shandril, I know just what you mean! I absolutely have days like that. It drives my hubby crazy, but he still puts up with it! We are lucky to have such great guys! I totally appreciate my alone time too.

Dar, sorry to hear about DH…we’ve gone through a few of the same issues. Our sex life has vacillated A LOT over the years, sometimes we just cycle through a month or two of not in the mood… After we got pregnant, I was pretty nervous about having sex b/c of the m/c’s… We’ve really only made love two or three times since we found out. Now, though, it seems to be changing….I’m feeling in the mood much more than usual, so ….:-) And, he does love to snuggle, so we do that every morning and evening at least.

Pauline, *hugs* Cassidy is beautiful!!

Kristin, hello! Good luck on Wednesday!

Nicole, **hugs** It sounds like you’re in tune with your body, I’m sure things will work out for you!

Oh, Lizzy, I looked up your infinity. The back seat is huge! I wonder if they’re available in Europe, I’m going crazy trying to find something here that I don’t have to wedge the passenger seat up to the dash to fit a car seat in the back. Most Swedes put their car seats in the front, which I find totally shocking!

Hi to anyone I missed, hope you’re all doing well!

[BrattyChelle]

Morning Ladies!!

Ames....sry about the energy. Maybe a little nap will help you through the day, I know it does me.

chells_hoff....I was actually amazed that I could feel her from the outside due to all the excess weight I carry around (trust me, it's a lot)...so I'm thrilled I can and enjoy every one of them. Glad to hear you made a decision about sperm donor Jim. Your story reminds me a lot of my dad/mom...she'll take every jab at him she can now that I'm an adult and have seen him for what he is.

Marthad....good luck at your u/s!!! I can understand your worry as I too had one due to my 34 year old age....but remember that the odds are so slim. Are you having a genetic consultation first? That is truly where you learn the truth behind the statistics. Enjoy seeing your little one!! That was by far the best look we got at ours.



Doing ok here. The stress level is down a bit finally and we got a lot of things worked out last night. I did wake up really sore and stiff due to all the running/lifting I did yesterday for our residents eating lunch outside. Talked to my g/f at work who's also pregnant who informed me it will be a repeat today as we aren't looking at electricity until Wed, at the earliest. I know this will sound harsh to those who have never worked with psychiatric clients...but maybe the nurses will get smart and give them their "per requested" medications to help take the edge off and calm 'em down a bit today. I can hope. LOL...maybe I should consider a sick day

OK ladies....still sending labor vibes and well wishes!!

[little bear]

Morning all....

Pauline - Sorry to hear about your birth experience. Was this man your regular doc throughout the pregnancy? I am very comfy with both of my docs and would think neither one of them would treat me like that, but boy it puts worries into my mind. I had a horrible wedding day - but over time the memories fade and i just think i married my husband and that's all that matters. Maybe in time you will feel the same way about your baby - that she came into the world and that in itself will make you feel better.

Marthad - We have a Honda Pilot. Do they carry that in Sweden? We love it...........................

To everyone else - good morning.

I feel a tad better today, my rib is still sore , but not as bad as the last 2 days, let's hope it stays that way. I did a lot of reading about induction yesterday, and some of it was very scary, what else am i supposed to do though? I read that after 42 weeks it is riskier to keep the baby in you then to get him out, and if he gets much bigger i fear he won't fit............................ I hope something happens on its own before Monday, but i just can't believe it will as he is sitting so high...................

I will be in and out throughout the day

[Dar20]

Originally posted by Marthad
Dar, Chinese chicken with snow peas sounds great! And an eggroll! Oh my!

Ya know, I was seriously trying to talk myself OUT of the chinese buffet for lunch, but you just blew it! It's all your fault, Martha! J/K!!! I wasn't trying to talk myself out of it.. I was trying to figure out who to go with. I can't remember the last time I had chinese... January, maybe?

Martha, have you looked into Volvo's? They have a really nice SUV, and the sedans aren't bad, either. That's what we'll be getting.. someday.

I think what's bothering me the most right now is that I'm no longer nauseous, getting more 'in the mood', and I'm not really showing too much yet.. just a pooch. I'm only going to get bigger, and that will make sex more difficult and dh will have less reason to be aroused if I'm bigger. We used to be like rabbits.. then we got married (probably just coincidence, but his test. dropped right around them, I'm sure of it.. even though it hadn't been tested).

Pauline, I'm so sorry to hear your story. That sounds so rough, but I'm glad you're trying to put it behind you.

[Marthad]

Hi again,

The u/s was great! We saw everything, hands, feet, face, heart, stomach, brain...it was really amazing. The tech said everything looked great, and my downs risk is down from 1/179 for my age to 1/649, so we feel pretty comfortable with that. I think we'll pass on the amnio. We didin't get any decent photos, though, the only ones she printed were the ones for measuring...next time, I guess! Our little one measured 12 weeks, 4 days and 6 centimeters...I guess that's about 2 1/2 inches.

Littlebear, I think honda's are available here, I'll have to check.

Dar, the volvo's are just too darn small, the back seat of the SUV is only 1" bigger than my tiny audi, an adult can't even sit comfortably there, and you'll definitely have to move the seat up for a car seat. From what I've researched, the Chrysler town and country or pacifica seem to be the best bang for the buck...but then we'll just have to wait 'till we move back to the US...

Desp, I hope you get some medicated patients today!

[MadameX]

Good Morning Lovely Ladies!

Suzanne and LittleBear, I REALLY hope this is your day! The moon looked mighty full to me last night! I will miss your insight around here though, but I guess it's selfish of me to want you to be PG forever too. Suzanne, I hope this delivery goes better for you than Max's. It's got to!

Nicole~I was relieved that they cancelled your induction! I agree, don't call them, just rest and be ready. Your BP sounded good yesterday!

Pauline~ That sounds like a terrible doctor, kind of old-world, when they are not used to ever being questioned and used to telling people what to do. I can't believe he didn't let your DH cut the cord. Maybe just a control freak? Did you meet him before or did he just get pushed on you? Cass is beautiful, focus on that.

Ames~Hi!

Martha~Yay on the U/S! It's amazing how much they can see. They told me the line is really blurred age-wise for Downs, and just being 35 or older is not a big concern anymore. I'd say decline the amnio.

Dar~I'm getting a little self conscious about sex with my DH too. I just don't feel sexy. I'm only going to get bigger *sigh*, so I better get used to this! I think it's more my problem. DH has never said anything...

Chels~I think the menu/exercise thread is a great idea! It will keep me accountable. I blew it last Friday. I will post my daily Fitday accounts. I have been walking or hiking every day for about an hour, but when I get home I am ravenous! I cancel out all my good work by inhaling peanut butter sandwiches or something. I try to eat fruit first to suppress my appetite, but it barely slows me down. I'm glad you didn't go to Sperm Donor's b-day. He doesn't deserve your presence (or presents!).

Desp~I hope you get medicated patients today too!

Speckle!

Sarah~I hope you got some sleep last night! Did you take the Unisom?

Well, I'm up early to take DH to the airport. I don't get to go with him this time, there's a project for me to manage here at home. I got up for my nightly trip to the bathroom to pee and was so sleepy I could barely find the end of the TP. Then, when I stumble back to bed I'm wide awake for hours. Just not fair. I have to go to the dermatologist today; I've had some changes in a mole, and I hear this is pretty common during pregnancy. If he needs to remove it, he may need to numb it with novocaine or lidocaine or whatever they use. Is that safe? I'll let him know I'm PG.

BBL,

Kelley

[little bear]

Marthad, Honda Pilot is awesome, comes standard with a third row seat, and is a dream to drive. Also, very well priced, we paid 29,000 for it here........... I love it, love it, love it. You won't have to worry about squeezing in and out of it. Definitely look into it.

[Jefinner]

PAULINE - I'm so sorry. Some docs don't seem to realize that women have had babies on their own (or with very little medical intervention), and most of the time, very little intervention is needed.

I make big babies. My body can handle it just fine. But, I'm afraid that a lot of docs would want me to induce early, so that it's "safer". Now, there are also LOTS of great docs out there, but I was just nervous that the same thing that happened last time, would happen this time.

AMES - Hoping you get some much needed energy today!

CHELSEA - Glad you didn't go to the birthday. You don't need that kind of stress.

MARTHA - I wouldn't worry about the Down's risk. My MIL had her last two kids (DH included) when she was 37 and 41. Of course, back then, her doc tried scaring her with the last pregnancy, but all kids are fine.

Just saw the next reply! LOL! Glad the US went well!

MICHELLE - It doesn't sound harsh at all...

MADAME - Your dermatologist will probably just okay whatever anesthetics with your OB.

Okay... I think I'm going to buy a ton of lentils. Seems to be the only semi healthy thing that gets rid of this nausea. I think I'll be making a batch of lentil soup soon. The other things that take it away? Mashed potatoes and potato chips. LOL!

[MadameX]

I had to share my classic case of "Pregnancy Brain" with you:

I was making breakfast for DH and me; got DH's French toast to him safely, but instead of putting French toast on MY plate, I put the canned dog food there instead of in the doggie's dish. DH said, "You are having some strange cravings!"

Kelley

[SmileyAmy]

Just wanted to say hello - busy right now, but I will try to pop in later!

[MadameX]

Jefinner~I had a major craving for lentils too starting at about 8 weeks! They are really high in folic acid, so that's good! I overdosed on them and they haven't sounded good since, but I had already eaten a lifetime supply! Mashed potatoes...mmmmmm...

[StrawberryGirl]

Good morning everyone!

Chelsea- Your website looks so cute- you are GORGEOUS!!! You're just going to have the most beautiful baby EVER!

Marthad- Yay! I'm so glad your ultrasound went well. It has to be so fun to see that little peanut!

Deserate- Hello! Glad you're feeling less stressed out.

little bear- glad you're feeling better- I sure hope it happens soon for you.

Dar20- mmm- chinese buffet. That sounds SO good.

MadameX- sorry the hubby is out of town. We'll keep you company!

Sarah- how did the unisom work? I hope you got a serious night of sleep- you probably feel like a whole new person if you did!

Hi to everyone I missed!!! (I'm slowly but surely starting to keep everyone straight around here, but I'm still not all the way up to speed)

Nothing new with me. Tomorrow should be the big arrival of AF, and despite my best efforts, I have started getting hopeful that it won't show up. I just HATE the dissapointment when it does. Blah. So how much fluctuation in my temps is normal from day to day? I vary about .2 -.4 degrees everyday. I'm hoping it's not a problem with my cheap-o Walmart thermometer. Anyway, I'll check back later- hoe everyone is having a fantastic morning!

[StrawberryGirl]

Originally posted by MadameX
I had to share my classic case of "Pregnancy Brain" with you:

I was making breakfast for DH and me; got DH's French toast to him safely, but instead of putting French toast on MY plate, I put the canned dog food there instead of in the doggie's dish. DH said, "You are having some strange cravings!"

Kelley

[Dar20]

Originally posted by MadameX
Jefinner~I had a major craving for lentils too starting at about 8 weeks! They are really high in folic acid, so that's good! I overdosed on them and they haven't sounded good since, but I had already eaten a lifetime supply! Mashed potatoes...mmmmmm...

MMmmmm.. soup. I've learned to not overindulge on my cravings.. then they start making me sick. For instance.. the peanut butter, and chicken wings. Now, if I have a craving, I'll have it once and that's it. For instance, last week I really wanted a cuban. I had one, and that was it. I still wanted one the next day, but was afraid to.

LOL, Kelley about the dog food. I haven't put doggie food on my plate, but find myself opening the fridge instead of the pantry some days (they are next to each other). I'll stare at the fridge, dog bowls in hand, wondering what I'm looking for!

So how much fluctuation in my temps is normal from day to day? I vary about .2 -.4 degrees everyday.

Strawberry, sometimes my temps would jump from 95.7 all the way up to 96.3. I was worried as well, but when it jumped to 96.6 and stayed up, I knew I had ovulated.

Also, I noticed that days after cheats my temp would rise. Weird, but true.

[Mrs Sarah]

ARGH! I just had a HUGE POST typed out and lost it!!

Okay.... I had a much better night last night. The Unisom worked really well. I still had to get up 4 times to pee, but I slept really well in between. Now, if I can just get another good night of sleep tonight I should be in good shape.

Ames: I hope you get some more energy!! I hate that feeling!

Chels: Good luck at the appointment today!!

Martha: Don't you just love ultrasounds? I'm so glad everything was perfect!!

DFL: Take it easy today! Your job sounds very stressful!!

little bear: Gosh, I hope today is your day! I'm sorry he's hanging out in there so long!

Suzanne: You too!!

Dar: I can't imagine how frustrated you must be. My parents are on a hormone therapy that is soy based. It's not supposed to carry the side effects of regular HRT. Maybe something to look into?

Kelley: Good luck with the mole. I hope it isn't serious! Maybe put a call into your OB to see what numbing meds are safe? Also, LOL about the dog food and the french toast!

Jenn: Make sure to send some soup my way!!!

Smiley: Hi!!

[Suzanne]

Hi Mommies,

Nothing new here. I ´m still losing bits of mucus and I feel crampy and uncomfortable but nothing really indicates labor. During my morning chat with my midwife, I asked if she would strip the membranes at my visit tomorrow. She said not unless I am 2 cms dilated (which I am not at this time). She also said that she´s so pleased that I´m late because the baby had been measuring small. Actually, this baby is just starting to feel as big as Max did before he was born and he was only 7 lbs 12 oz, but almost 23 inches long!!!! I´m trying to be patient but I am feeling a bit depressed.

Pauline, I hope your anger at the doctor fades with time. And, no your birth doesn´t sound like small beans to me. I actually didn´t feel too bad about Max´s birth until I started researching for this birth. And the more I studied, the more I realized that the doctor just railroaded me through the whole pregnancy. He never even sent me for a group B strep culture!!!!! As if he knew he would never let me delivery vaginally. That is scary. I am hoping I´ll start forgetting about it after this one is born. It helps to remember that you have every right to be angry. It might also be a good idea to send the doctor or the hospital a letter of complaint. At least it would get it out of your system, at most it might go on the doctor´s record. When I called my doctor to get my med records, I told him I was pregnant again and NOT having the baby with him. When I started asking a bunch of pertinent questions about my last birth, he just laughed at me in a really condescending way. That pissed me off more than anything. I also make it a point not to recommend him to anyone.

Sarah, I didn´t think you were rude! I´m a walking encyclopedia of contraindications for pregnancy...LOL

Kelley, that cracked me up about the dog food. I´m actually doing pretty well with preggo brain, but my friend who is pregnant with twins can´t even drive outside of her neighborhood. She said friends and family have forbidden her to drive anywhere else because she is so spaced out.

Martha, congrats on the good ultrasound. My chances of Down were 1/67 this time, I know how reassuring it is to get those tests out of the way.

Nicole, that´s great that you managed to avoid inductions yesterday. If I was you, I wouldn´t answer the phone. Are you having any indications of impending labor?

little bear, are we going to be the first two women in history to be pregnant FOREVER!?!?!

OK ladies, for today don´t even bother sending labor vibes my way. Just wish that I am 2 cms dilated when I see my midwife tomorrow!

Saludos,

Suzanne

[Jefinner]

SUZANNE - You'll have that baby in your arms before you know it. And I can't believe they never requested a Strep test... EEK!

KELLEY - That's hilarous about the dog food. Sounds like something I'd do, even if I weren't pregnant.

SARAH - I'm glad you got some sleep! I'm sure it was needed!

LITTLE BEAR - I don't like the idea of an induction, but in most cases, it's not a horror story either. I think that inductions can be a good thing if they're necessary. I just don't like the idea of inducting for silly reasons.

[Marthad]

RE: pregnancy brain

I have to admit to, more than once, putting food in the cupboard instead of the microwave...

[lizzyd]

Hi Mommies -

Suzanne, LittleBear, Nicole, Kristen, and Bozo (who is Bozo anyway? I don't remember her.), this HAS to be the week for at least a couple of you!!! Come on babies ...!

Speckle - I think ketosis is fine while you are TTC. Lots of women on this board were in Ketosis when they conceived, and then when they found out, upped their carb intake to maintenance levels. There are whole cultures (the Inuits for one) who live in a constant state of ketosis, through pregnancy, childbirth, and any other life event you can think of. Because they live above the arctic circle and don't have carbohydrates available to them as a dietary option, they live on fish, whale and seal meat and fat, and they are extremely healthy on the whole. I say go for the weight loss until you know you are pregnant!

chels hoff - it could be a police officer or a firefighter.

Martha - the size of the back seat (for three kids) is one of the biggest reasons we bought the car. NONE of the sedans, wagons or midsize suv's had the same seat size and configurat