Pregnancy Thread.....Wednesday, 10/13

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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
Shenandoah..........Surrogate Twins.............Born 9/20/04
babyblue26062.....Alexander Jude...............Born 9/29/04
Bozo......................Helen................... ...........Born 9/30/04
ThininMex..............Brianna Irish...................Born 10/05/04
little bear...............Aiden Xavier.................. Born 10/06/04
aphexacid..............Bethany Erin...................Born 10/08/04

lizzyd.......................W38................10/21/04.......Boy
Mrs. Sarah...............W35................11/18/04......Boy
karatejen.................W34...............11/26/04.......Boy
ChristinaK................W33...............12/02/04.......Boy
GetNSlim...................W29................12/24/04......Boy?
supportinghubby......W28................12/30/04......Girl
DesperateInFL..........W27................01/07/05......Girl

Viki............................W25............... .01/22/05......Girl
Shandril105...............W25............... 01/23/05......Girl
ReinventingMe03.......W25................01/24/05
Nyanchan...................W25...............01/31/05......Girl
metroames................W24................02/08/05......Boy
MadameX...................W24................02/09/05......Girl
Sapphires2000...........W20...............03/03/05
lctchr..........................W19............... .03/10/05
AmyJuli.......................W19................0 3/10/05
JennPayton................W18................03/13/05
blueyedgrl..................W15................03/31/05
Heather123................W15................04/??/05
Marthad.....................W14.................04/11/05
Dar20.........................W13................. 04/16/05
Jefinner......................W13................. 04/16/05

mom2twoboys...........W11.................05/07/05
chels_hoff..................W10.................05/15/05
Denise85...................W9...................05/22/05
michigangrad.............W7...................06/01/05
azktycat.....................W7................... .??/??/05
KellyMarie38..............W5...................06/17/05
jehcekah....................W4...................0 6/22/05

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

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Good morning ladies!

Congrat to Little Bear and KellyMarie38!

Thank you for the kind words yesterday ladies about my weight issues. I'm gonna have to not stress about it now...I've got more important things to worry about. My husband found out yesterday that he has a hernia and will have to have surgery. He's going to make an appointment with a surgeon tomorrow. In the meantime, and during his recovery, he is to not do any lifting or unnecessary work...which means I'm definately going to have to pick up the slack more. Thank goodness the morning sickness is gone. The one thing that ain't gonna get done is raking the leaves...although when it gets thick on the ground I could probably rake half the backyard down into the wooded area...but the neighbors ain't gonna be too happy since we have 14 trees that dump leaves. I'm hoping that maybe my in-laws will come help out later in the month so it doesn't get out of hand. But that is definately at the bottom of the list...my sweetie's recovery is more important.

I had an intersting episode at work tonight. The person I was releaving had this awful long briefing (she's long winded all the time, LOL!) and I started sweating profusely and got dizzy (stars and all) and then had to run to the bathroom because I felt real nausious all the sudden. After sitting on the cold bathroom floor for a few minutes I felt fine. I think it scared my co-workers more than me though...they were probably thinking that I was going to have to go home, LOL! I'm sure it was just because it was stuffy and I was standing still for a good 20 minutes or more and it was just too much for me I guess.

Well, I hope everyone has a great day! Please pray that my sweetie gets better soon!

Ames

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Hey KellyMarie38. I just noticed you posted a few threads with questions. I will post them here so you can get some answers. If everyone else is like me we just go straight to the daily pregancy thread and ignore the other threads. So, you are more likely to get questions answered in the daily thread...just an FYI.

Originally posted by KellyMarie38
I eat low carb but have had to up the carbs since getting pregnant. Like my belly feels better after I eat Cheerios. I figure this isn't too bad since it's oat grains and I will stay with low carb breads and whole grain pastas when I eat those items.

Dh made me eggs yesterday morning. A few bites and nausea kicked in.
So, I am hoping to not gain like I have in the past. What are you all doing as far as carbs? tia

Kelly

Originally posted by KellyMarie38
Hi!
How is everyone doing low carb while pregnant? I am going to have to try and keep it lower carb vs. as low carb as I was. Like last night I had a bowl of Cheerios to settle the tummy.

For my other 3 children I never ate low carb, hadn't started this lifestyle yet. (B=21, G=12, B=5) so I am hoping this lower carb will stop me from gaining a ton of weight like I did for them.
However, I tend to have large babies. My youngest was 9lbs. 15 oz. at 16 days early and my daughter was 10lbs. 2oz. at a week early. So, that might contribute I guess. Here's to a lesser weight gain this pregnancy.

Kelly

As for me, I'm the last person to ask about eating lower carb during pregnancy. I'm doing better now, but the first trimester I was eating virtually all carbs because of the morning sickness. I don't count anymore, but the only things that I eat on a daily basis that are high carb now are potatoes and milk...otherwise I'm doing pretty good and I'm avoiding sugar and grains like the plague because they make me feel so rotten. Maybe someone else can help ya better.

Ames

[Laprettygurl]

Ames,

Ack, I can't sleep again, oh well. Hope your sweetie has an easy surgery and recovery. Don't worry about the leaves, they'll blow away.

As for me, not too much going on here. Dan gets paid tomorrow so I get to get out of the house! YEAH! I've been staying in because it's hunting season and I don't own flouresent orange clothes to go outside in. Last thing I want is me and the baby girl to be gunned down!

Am I nuts? I miss being preggo soooooooooo badly. Hmm, wonder when Dan will give in to another one?

[chels_hoff]

Amy ~ Welcome Aiden (LOVE the name) thanks for sharing your story !! Glad that you are both doing good!! Cant wait for pics!!

Nicole ~ Congratulations & welcome Bethany Erin !!!

Congrats Jessica !!!

Ames ~ Don’t stress, lots of people are just socially retarded!! OMG you don’t even look PG!! You look great!! Maybe it was the top you where wearing I tried on this shirt I got and it made me look WAY PG and I am not showing!!

Martha ~ You never cease to amaze me with your stories of lack of customer service over there!! So sorry that you have to be going through that!!

Darlene ~ Woo Whoo on the 2nd trimester.. I am SO jealous!! Watch "Supersize Me" and the cravings will go away ..LOL.

mom2twoboys ~ Hope that everything checks out OK!!

Jennifer ~ that omelet sounds delish!! What kind of cheese did you use??

Sarah ~ love the belly pics, sorry the Dr. had to scare your little guy. Love your room!! How are things at Masons job??

Suzanne ~ Wow you look great!!

Christina ~ love the 3D u/s pics!

Michelle ~ I love reading about your dreams !! Makes me feel better about the wacko ones that I have!!

LizzyD ~ Good for you standing up and telling them what they will and wont be doing to YOUR child. To many people just figure that it is ok if you Dr. does it, I am like you and will make the decisions on my own with my husband!!

Pauline ~ Your hunting post brought back memories, my mom is still a hunting widow... every weekend for the whole season!!

Welcome KellyMarie!!

Hi GetNslim, Wendy, Viki, Kelleyand anyone else that I missed or comes in after me!!

Well the morning noon and night sickness is in full force! Pretty much just like clock work it started the second month. Dread the thought of going to the grocery store, maybe if I buy some of those nose clamps that swimmers wear...lol. I went and got a set of sea bands today, they seem to be curbing the nausea. Anyone else tried these?? Unfortunately the migraines are also kicking in because of the "progesterone poisoning" at least I defiantly know that I am PG!! Had a scare Friday night. I volunteered at the Carnoween and overdid it, paid for that all weekend. When I went potty and wiped and there was blood (quite a bit) and I about lost it. I wiped that area again and nothing, then check #2 and thankfully there was a bit of blood. I guess the constipation caused me to tear a bit, I was just glad it was not baby related. Took awhile for my heart to come down from my throat though. Wanted to go see Friday Night Lights this weekend but spent most of it in bed. Did have to pull myself together to do a photo shoot for 2 hrs on Saturday. Had our early PG class today at Kaiser, it was VERY informative. Also found out that at my next appt. on the 1st the u/s will be an internal. Anyone know the major differences between the 2?? Also found out that I will get a second regular u/s between 16 & 18 weeks (Nov 28-Dec 12), hopefully little bean will show her/his stuff!! December 7th is our 8 year wedding anniversary so finding out the sex would make a great gift!!

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

[Marthad]

Hi everyone

Ames, you look great in your picture! I can't see where you've gained 30lbs, and the pastor was totally out of line! I know how bad it can be to feel like a cow, though...hang in there, it's not that bad! Sorry to hear about your hubby, I hope the surgery goes well

OMG now I have to go rake leaves today! Thanks a lot!

Pauline, Cassidy is completely precious! You must be so proud We're not even through the first pregnancy and I'm wondering when we can try for #2. (I'm 36 and feeling like my time is running out)

Sarah, your belly shots are great! You really are glowing! Thanks for sharing. Sorry that they buzzed your little one, but I'm glad everything turned out well. Your nursery looks great!

Dar, I've been shopping for cribs too, I think we are planning to buy an heirloom type convertible crib, but we are going to have to cough up some cash for it I love hearing the stories about your dogs, I really miss having one around--DH says he's "allergic" which I believe can be overcome by exposure, and there are plenty of hypoallergenic breeds available...I'm slowly trying to convince him--with limited success.

Christina, your u/s pics are fab! Thanks for sharing!

Chels, I could tell you another horror story about the sattelite dish that happened this morning, but I'll spare you! I'm glad everything is ok, be sure not to over do it again! (I've had a little blood from constipation too, it sucks to say the least!)

Hi to everyone else!

I'll check back after a bit of yard work!

[metroames]

Originally posted by chels_hoff
I went and got a set of sea bands today, they seem to be curbing the nausea. Anyone else tried these??

Also found out that at my next appt. on the 1st the u/s will be an internal. Anyone know the major differences between the 2?? Also found out that I will get a second regular u/s between 16 & 18 weeks (Nov 28-Dec 12), hopefully little bean will show her/his stuff!! December 7th is our 8 year wedding anniversary so finding out the sex would make a great gift!!

I tried the sea bands...actually I tried a store brand first and they did seem to take to edge off, but then I wore them so much that I busted the button off one. I then tried the name-brand ones (thinking they were made better), but they didn't seem to put enough pressure on the pressure points so I quit using them. I have to say I threw up several times when I was wearing them...but the constant nausia wasn't as bad as when I wasn't wearing them.

I didn't have an internal ultrasound at my first which was 10 weeks...but at my second one at 20 weeks the technician was having trouble looking at my cervix with the regular ultrasound because the baby's feet were in the way so she used the internal too. The internal is just a probe they stick up your vagina. It's probably about twice the diameter of a tampon and I didn't find it uncomfortable. I think that they use the internal ultrasound more for early in the pregnancy though because sometime it's hard to pick up the little bean with the regular one.

Ames

[BrattyChelle]

G'Morning Ladies....chatty bunch already this morning, and here I thought I got up early!!

metroames....sorry about your hubby and his surgery. it goes smoothly. Don't worry about the leaves, the neighbors will get over it.

Laprettygurl....OMG where do you live?? I would hope someone wouldn't mistake you for target practice! I remember with my son being so upset the day his umbilical cord finally fell off...I cried for days because it was the last sign of him being part of me and then it was gone. I already know that I'm going to miss this little one and all her kicks once she's out.

Chells....glad your scare was simply some tearing but can imagine your emotions and adrenaline. I too want to see Friday Night Lights but my hubby won't take me as he knows I only want to go to drool over Tim McGraw LOL. As for an internal u/s....it's as ames described. I had one every visit for the first 4 months to check my cervix. It simply provides a better view in most cases until you're further along.

Marthad....remember to take a rest while doing your work. If ya want, I can pack up my dog and send her to ya to see how hubby does


As for me...all is well and going for my glucose test today *yuck*. Man I dread this thing with all I have yet pray I pass it. Slept ok last night...altho it seems my dreams haven't let up. Dreamt hubby and I were in some sort of team/couples contest regarding self and home. Had to do silly things like see if we could fit in a shower together (which we couldn't due to my baby stomach), dress each other (no clothes would fit me they provided), sleep in a single bed together (yeah right)...needless to say, we lost and I stood on the stage blubbering. Of course hubby's reply when I told him about it this morning was "like we'd do it anyway"....sweet man.

[MadameX]

Good Morning! I'm up early (for me!).

Yesterday after my doc appointment I saw my cousin's four-month old baby for the first time. She was so sweet. In a way I was relieved, because I thought, "I can do this", but at the same time it's All baby ALL the time and I'm worried I'll get bored and restless. Maybe it's different with your own? I haven't been around babies much in my life .

One other good thing though was that I had my dog with me and she had absolutely no problem with the baby; no aggression, just mild interest. In fact, she was more interested in the baby's bottle . She was agitated when the baby would cry though, and look at us as if we weren't doing enough. It was cute.

Pauline and Lizzy~Why is the ointment/vitaminK shot bad? I think I would hold off on the Hep B shot if I could, I just don't know the pros and cons of all the stuff they do.

Ames~I'll bet it was because you were standing that you felt queasy; happens to me! walking and hiking is fine, but standing=bad. Probably the stuffy room had a lot to do with it.

KellyMarie~ I had to laugh, because now I see a pattern (I did it too): at first we were all so worried about keeping the diet LC while preggo, and for many of us it just goes out the window when morning sickness hits! You have the right mindset, though! Like Ames, I added real milk (skim), and I try to eat whole grains when I eat grains, or LC breads (like Sara Lee) and LC tortillas. I normally avoid potatoes, but have succumbed to french fries occasionally! Also, I track what I eat in Fitday (Chels does too). I will post my link so you can see what it looks like. I don't count carbs so much anymore (because I know they're high), but try to keep an eye on calories. Healthy and Happy nine months! Congrats!

Desp~Good luck with the GD test today! I have heard that eating just protein before you go helps (like bacon and eggs), and have something in your purse for afterwards to deflect all that sugar (like string cheese).

Hi Martha!

Chels~Scary about blood, but good to know it came from the "other" place! Try prunes for the constipation (I know, cliche, but it works!). The sea bands worked for me the first 36 hours, then not so much. They are worth a try, though.

Pauline~Love the pics of Cass! She is getting so big! Can you not go out of the house w/o orange? You must live in the woods. Be careful! That's wild that you miss being pregnant!

I will post fitday link in follow-up message for KM.

Kelley

[Dar20]

Originally posted by chels_hoff
Also found out that at my next appt. on the 1st the u/s will be an internal. Anyone know the major differences between the 2??

Chels, I had an internal at 7 1/2 weeks. You need a completely empty bladder.. make sure you use the restroom one more time right before going in. I thought my bladder was empty, but had to get up in the middle since it was in the way and the dr. thought it was a cyst at first!

All I can say about the internal is WOW.. be prepared for it to be really uncomfortable. They move that thing around in ways that are just not natural! It's like a big dildo, seriously, and they move it in places that nature did not intend. Perhaps it's becuase my uterus is tilted, or maybe the dr. was just rough, but I hated it other than the fact we got to see the baby.


Ok, I thought nausea was supposed to subside with the second trimester? I felt really awful yesterday. Perhaps it was what I ate... maybe I'm eating too many carbs? But all that I can stomach are carbs... we planned on making scallop kabobs and filet kabobs, and just getting them out of the fridge almost made me run to the bathroom. Fortunately, they were frozen, and I just had some fruit. I'm getting frustrated.

Martha, sorry DH doesn't want a dog. One of the reasons DH and I got together to begin with was our love of animals. That was a must in my book.

Michelle, good luck with your test today!!

[JennPayton]

Hi!

Chels - I had 3 internal u/s because we had some issues at the beginning and I didn't think it was bad at all. For the most part, I was so glued to the tv screen, I couldn't have cared less what they were doing to me. What bothered me the most was having the tech's arm resting on the inside of my thigh the whole time. I thought I was going to get a bruise! I didn't though. I guess it just depends on how sensitive you are. It's nothing like getting an internal exam - at least for me. I dread and HATE those exams, but this was NOT like that for me. I finally had my first regular u/s on 10/1 and it was so different - to just have this thing go back and forth on your belly.

Madame - I am nervous about life with baby too. I am planning to be home for 12 weeks, then start working part-time from home. DH is finishing law school in May, so I know that his work-life will be some long hours, etc. I don't live near my parents, so I will be relying on friends and neighbors to break up the boredom. I am also nervous about how much will change regarding how I take care of myself, etc. It sounds so selfish, doesn't it? I just know that a happy Mom will create a happy baby, so I am hoping that my adustment will go smoothly.

Ames - You are so adorable. Are you sure you have gained 30 lbs.? Is it all in your feet? Where is it??????

Sarah - Thanks so much for all the pics yesterday! I loved them! You have really started to round out and its so beautiful. I love the nursery, especially the yellow walls. Of course I love your hair too, but I've told you that before! ;-) How are you guys doing? Is Mason totally stressed?

KellyMarie - Welcome! I actually started to do really poorly with low carb over the summer (I got pregnant in June). So my transistion wasn't a big deal. I've gained about 12 pounds in 18 weeks and my doc doesn't seem concerned. I have found that I crave more carbs, but my portion sizes have decreased dramatically because I get heartburn like the second I swallow any food or drink. Eat what you want, you have the rest of your life to eat well! (I know, I am encouraging something that I shouldn't).

Smiley - How are you? When is AF due??

GoJackets - how many weeks are you now?? How are you feeling? When is your next appt.?

Hey to everyone I missed!!

I am doing wonderfully. Heartburn is my only symptom now. Well, that and my growing belly. I am sleeping OK, have enough energy, etc. We close on our home on October 27th, and have our next u/s on October 28 (where we will look for the sex) - so that will be a busy week! I can't wait!!

Have a great day!

[Dar20]

Originally posted by JennPayton
Madame - I am nervous about life with baby too. I am planning to be home for 12 weeks, then start working part-time from home. DH is finishing law school in May, so I know that his work-life will be some long hours, etc. I don't live near my parents, so I will be relying on friends and neighbors to break up the boredom. I am also nervous about how much will change regarding how I take care of myself, etc.

My dear friend down the street, who now has a 4 month old, was pretty much AWOL the first 2 months of her baby's life. She was so focused on him, and busy with him, she didn't concern herself with friends or socializing. I bet we'll be the same way and won't even realize it. Once she started going back to work, and they had a nice routine in place, she could start taking care of herself more and socialize more. She felt so guilty if she left him alone for a minute, that she didn't take time to eat or shower. She slowly learned otherwise. As her friend, I just let her have her space. I also admitted to her that I kind of avoided visiting because babies terrify me. Honestly.. I've always been afraid of babies. Hopefully I get over that!

[Marthad]

Dar, I've always had...hmmm, not a fear, but uneasiness with babies. Kind of like I'm not sure what I'm supposed to be doing with it. The more time I spend around them, though, the more it seems to fade, luckily! Hubby still feels quite uncomfortable around babies. Oh, it's not that he doesn't want a dog, it's just that he's "allergic" *shrug*

JennP, I hope your heartburn goes away soon, although it seems like a good internal portion control!

Kelley, glad to hear your appointment went well. I have one friend who is very carreer minded, she just had a baby in Feb, and I saw her last month. She is the only person I know who's life didn't completely change when they had kids. She never really wanted kids, but promised her husband a son, now she is bored. I mean she loves her little girl, but I think she feels like she is lacking serious cereabal (my spelling is awful) stimulation. All my other friends love being parents and think it is the most important thing in the world...

Michelle, send her over! She is adorable! Your dreams may be as crazy as mine! This morning I woke up dreaming I was choking on a hair in my peanut butter! Good luck with your glucose test!

PS: has anyone had any difficulty with their wedding rings? I've developed this horrible rash on my ring finger, and haven't worn my rings since Friday, and it doesn't seem to be going away either. Hubby wants me to rub Creme de la Mer on it, but I hate to "waste" my precious creme on that! Does anyone know if cortizone cream is safe during pregnancy? TIA

[Jefinner]

DAR – It is totally different when you have your own.

CHELSEA – Don’t worry about the internal U/S… Granted, I had mine 9 years ago (they didn’t do one with Anna), but I don’t remember it being too uncomfortable.

About the omelet… I didn’t make it… LOL! I went to Atlanta Bread company and got one from them… They use swiss… YUM!

JENN – Have you tried pineapple or papaya for heartburn? My midwife told me about it, and it worked wonders.

MADAME – You won’t get bored with a baby around… LOL!

MICHELLE – Good luck with your glucose test. Man, I hated that. BLECH!

MARTHA – LOL about the dog… I’m still trying to work on DH for a cat. His ex never treated hers right, and let the litter box get nasty and such. So he’s a little leery of getting one.

PAULINE – Have fun getting out of the house!

AMES – Hope your hubby recovers soon. Also, so sorry about your episode at work… I bet you did scare your co-workers.

I did fairly well yesterday until right before bed, and I had some pear cobbler. GAH! I wish MIL wouldn’t have sent it home, but getting her NOT to send bad (ie, really good, but not good for you) food with us can’t be done. LOL!

I can’t believe it… My little Anna was 6 months yesterday. With time passing this quickly, it will be no time before her birthday. Gosh! And no time at all before Allison’s 9th birthday in December. I have to try to find monkey related stuff for her room. She’s decided she wants to do her room in monkeys.

Oh, here’s a bath time picture of Miss Anna. I have another where she’s smiling even bigger, but I have to crop it first. Wouldn’t want to get in trouble for showing a completely nekkid baby – LOL!

[SmileyAmy]

Originally posted by JennPayton
Smiley - How are you? When is AF due??

Hi Ladies...hope everyone is doing well. Congrats to all the new mommies and the new mommies to be.

I am doing okay. I am on day 20 of my cycle so AF is due sometime next week. I have joined Fertility Friend and am doing my best at trying to figure out what my chart says. In talking to some of the VIP members on FF it looks as if I haven't ovulated this cycle. My temps are really erratic and don't give much info. I came off the pill almost 5 months ago, but it looks like my cycle hasn't become regular yet - even though my cycles are still very consistent. I do have some (TMI) clear, stretchy, slippery CM today so I plan on BD tonight just incase.

Just and FYI, don't think I have dissapeared from this board, I come in often and keep up with everything that is going on, but I find it hard to come in here sometimes. I feel like sometimes the TTC rants are different than the pregnancy rants. I feel "left out" sometimes. Not at any fault of you guys - you all have been awesome! But, I feel like sometimes I am bothering you guys with problems you don't have to face anymore. I kinda feel like an outsider. I can't really relate with you guys no matter how much I want to. I will pop in every so often to say hello and feel free to ask me a question or give me a shout out , I am in here all the time still.

MarriedInSept and I have become e-mail buddies and are helping each other through the TTC process. I hope that I am able to join you all soon. Thank you to all who have helped and I will be watching you.

[Marthad]

Jennifer, Anna is a complete little angel!! So, how long did you wait to try again, about 3 months?

[Dar20]

Originally posted by Marthad
PS: has anyone had any difficulty with their wedding rings? I've developed this horrible rash on my ring finger, and haven't worn my rings since Friday, and it doesn't seem to be going away either. Hubby wants me to rub Creme de la Mer on it, but I hate to "waste" my precious creme on that! Does anyone know if cortizone cream is safe during pregnancy? TIA

I haven't had trouble with my jewelry, but I do use a hydro-cortizone cream.. or at least I used to. I'm going to take it to my dr. appt. tomorrow to ask him about it. I also need to make another derm. appt. My breakouts (they are patches of really dry itchy skin.. but I was told it's not eczema) are still happening on my face, upper arms, and nipples, and I am afraid to use the cream so I've been suffering. I need to find out if this is something that can ever be 'cured'.. because how will I be able to breastfeed if my nipples are breaking out? They are the worst, too.. they break open and are painful. It has me worried.

[Jefinner]

MARTHA - I haven’t had too much trouble unless I eat badly, and I forget to take my Dandelion Root.

As for Anna, we weren’t at all trying, but yeah… Looks like I got pregnant when she was about three months. My only fear is that this one is born on her birthday, and I won’t be able to have a good enough 1st birthday celebration for Anna.

AMY – Don’t worry! Sometimes, I feel really stupid griping about pregnancy symptoms when I know you guys are trying, if that makes any sense.

[Marthad]

Originally posted by Dar20
I haven't had trouble with my jewelry, but I do use a hydro-cortizone cream.. or at least I used to. I'm going to take it to my dr. appt. tomorrow to ask him about it. I also need to make another derm. appt. My breakouts (they are patches of really dry itchy skin.. but I was told it's not eczema) are still happening on my face, upper arms, and nipples, and I am afraid to use the cream so I've been suffering. I need to find out if this is something that can ever be 'cured'.. because how will I be able to breastfeed if my nipples are breaking out? They are the worst, too.. they break open and are painful. It has me worried.

Let me know what you find out, my symptoms sound similar, really itchy, extremely dry skin. For example, if I wear my rings during the day, in the middle of the night the itching wakes me up, and there are tiny red bumps. The bumps are gone, but there remains a crust of very dry skin. It's not possible that I've developed an allergy to platinum, is it?!

[Mrs Sarah]

Morning ladies!!

Boy, I had a really restless night. I took one of my sleeping pills, but I was still tossing and turning all night. I feel worn out today already. Hopefully I can get some sleep tonight. I'm starting to feel anxious for this baby to get here. I can't believe there is only 5 short weeks left.

Ames: I'm sorry you had a bad episode yesterday! I had something similar too! I didn't feel dizzy but I got really tired as soon as I got home from work and I started to see stars too. I layed down for 45 mins and rested, I felt better afterwards.

Pauline: Gotta love hunting season!

Chels: Things with Mason's job are the same. We're still waiting for some sort of news one way or the other. I hate this "not knowing" part of it. Sorry about the blood scare!! I would have freaked out too! I'm so glad you are okay!!

Martha: Hi there! I love those cribs you are describing! They are awesome!!

DFL: Good luck with your glucose test! It's not so bad. Mine was a clear orange flavored drink. It wasn't bad at all.

Kelley: I can relate to your baby fears. I'm SO excited for this baby to get here, but scared at the same time. I mean, your life is completely wrapped around this little person. It's overwhelming!

Dar: I'm sorry you are struggling with m/s. It is no fun at all. Mine lasted until about 17 weeks and then it was just gone! It's started to creep back though now. I tossed my cookies once this weekend out of the blue.

JennP: I'm so glad you are doing well! And you do have some busy weeks coming up! It's a good, exciting busy though!

Jenn: Aww... she is SO adorable!! I love her little cute smile and her little bald head.

Smiley: I know how you are feeling. I felt like that sometimes when I was TTC as well. Hang in there and know that we are always here for you. You are not a bother to us at all!

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Originally posted by JennPayton
Ames - You are so adorable. Are you sure you have gained 30 lbs.? Is it all in your feet? Where is it??????

Well, technically it's 25 pounds according to the doctor's scale...but I gained at least 5 pounds according to my scale before my first prenatal appointment. I went on induction the day before I got my positive pregnancy because I felt like my appetite was out of control! As for were it all is.....I think it all went my boobs! How much do those things weigh anyway!