Besides being really tired, I also woke up in the middle of the night sweating so bad, I had to sop it up with the tshirt I was wearing and change my shirt. Ick! I heard that’s somewhat common.
I’m at 26 weeks right now. I’m doing much better than I was in the beginning
Started with the hyperemesis until about 12 weeks…then two full months of bleeding. Was able to return to work a little over a month ago.
So no bedrest, and no ‘real’ problems to report. Constantly exhausted like I’ve never been so tired in my entire life though. That makes all things VERY interesting.
I can only sleep in 1.5 hour clippets - I figure it is his way of prepping me for the near future!
Just three more months and counting!
I’m sure she’s missed this thread in the course of moving, but don’t forget TruePisces.
Yup, that happened to me too. Luckily, that stopped during the first trimester. I think it may be the adjustment to all the hormonal changes.
Ooh, ladies, I gotta share this one. UncleBill and I went by Babies ‘R’ Us this evening to attend a “Baby gear seminar” that turned out to be just us and one guy showing us whetever we were interested in. We’ll be going back next weekend, I think, to start a registry. Lots of decisions to make.
But that’s not what I’m here to tell you about. I happened to spot this in our travels around the store, and it was timely, because my belly was achin’ right around that point, so I got it. I’ve got it on now, and it feels sooooo good.
Oooooh, I want! I am apparently supposed to getting one from a relative, but I’m worried by the time she gets around to mailing it, I’ll have the baby already!
Oh! Guess what I discovered? I have coverage through my husband’s benefit plan for massage! And, the place I went bills to the insurance company directly! I went yesterday to try to get some relieve for my hips and back. I practically cried with joy. I can’t wait to go back!
skittles, I was wondering how you were doing. I’m glad that things are getting better. If you’re anything like me, you’ve been counting the days until the baby is due.
Ooh, that’s awesome! I had a prenatal massage a couple weeks ago, though I had to pay for it out of pocket. It was totally worth it, though.
My little one is turning 5 months on the 12th. Where has all the time gone?
His father is still on deployment and hasn’t seen him since just before he turned 3 months. There’s a mail drop going out Monday though and I sent a bunch of pictures. Of course by the time he gets them the Monkey Boy will be totally different.
Some pictures:
We started cloth diapering and these are most of his diapers. It’s addictive believe it or not.
He loves the Baby Einstein exersaucer.
And his little pool.
I’ll stop before I go overboard. I love my little boy.
ShadiRoxan, he’s just beautiful!
Thanks. I really don’t have much to do with it though. He took after his father. He’s not a thing like me.
ShadiRoxan, I’ve also seen the pictures of your boy on LJ (I browse the SDMB community’s friends list often), and he is SO adorable!
For me, after my first ultrasound with Ivyboy, I drove home in a daze. There was a whole other person inside me! Wow!
Of course, he’s 16 now and taller than I am, but I can still remember that feeling. Sort of an overwhelming empowering Earth Mother scared as crap emotion.
Does that make sense?
Cyros thanks for thinking of me. I’m certainly counting the days…but not to rush it too much. Cause once the days are gone it means I’m going to be in LABOR! :eek:
I’m REALLY starting to freak out about actually the giving birth concept.
I have a bit over 13 weeks left and I’m already in a frenzie! What if I don’t have the strength to actually do it? I mean, I do not tolerate pain well AT ALL!
Add the 3-hour glucose test to the list of Things That Suck. Normal procedure, for those who haven’t been through it: you carbo-load for three days, then go in and have a fasting blood sample taken, then drink this nasty sweet drink, and have blood drawn again at 1, 2 and 3 hours.
That would be bad enough, but I have tiny veins, and the tech who’s usually there, who is really good, wasn’t today, and so between the two gals who were there I got stuck EIGHT TIMES for four draws. They blew the veins in both arms and both hands, so I’m going to have some spectacular bruises soon. Why they didn’t use a butterfly and leave it in between draws I haven’t the faintest clue. Argh.
So am I, a little bit, mostly because I’ve started drawing up a birth plan–I figure because twins so frequently come early, it’s not too soon to start thinking about this stuff. There are a LOT of things to think about! Yipes. But I’m sure we’ll all get through it just fine!
skittles, I’m freaking out about having the baby too. First, I don’t know how it will arrive yet. I won’t have the option of going into labour on my own - I will either be induced early or have a c-section closer to date. I would really like to know which of these it’s going to be. There are risks in my case with both. Lung development is sometimes delayed in infants of gestational diabetics and inducing at 38 weeks may be unwise. If they don’t induce early, I will have to have a section because of baby’s size.
Had my first appointment with the endocrinologist today. Two types of insulin, two different injection pens, 4 x a day, several different dosages. That, plus still testing my glucose levels and keeping track of dietician, OB, and ultrasound appointments every week is a bit overwhelming. On the plus side, injecting didn’t hurt at all. None. Less than pricking my finger.
Geobabe, sorry to hear your 3 hour test sucked. So did mine. Both times I had to take it. I very nearly threw up in the waiting room, I also had a technician that had trouble with my veins and the waiting was nasty.
I had a terrible labour and delivery workshop on Saturday, and I now realize that there is no point in me having a birthing plan. They are simply not open to suggestion. Behind the times by at least 20 years. They prefer women to lie on their backs while labouring (easier for the staff), epidural pain relief is not a priority for the anesthesiologist (who is actually assigned to the OR and only “squeezes in” time on maternity), you’ll get an episiotomy if they think it’s necessary, they’ll use “assisted delivery” if they see fit (and it was clear we were not just talking about “baby is in distress” either), they’ll feed the baby formula if mother can’t breastfeed within 4 hours. Then they spewed some crap about how VBAC is unsafe and unwise (but not prohibited). Oh, and 30 seconds of how to breath in through your nose and out through your mouth. So, it was actually worse than a waste of time. It increased my anxiety a hundred times over. I’m sure that this situation is specific to my area, and normally hospital and staff have some interest in their patients. Just couldn’t believe how uninvolved patients are supposed to be here.
Cyros, do you have to deliver at that place? That sounds absolutely horrible.
Here was how I dealt with waiting to give birth: I wasn’t gonna do it. It wasn’t going to happen to me. I was going to stay pregnant forever. Somehow that helped me stay calm. My water was leaking and I was sent to the hospital. I was convinced they were sending me home that night.
I know, horrible coping skills there. Oh, and I’m a wimp, but I made it to 8 cm on pitocin without any form of pain relief. If I could do that I’m sure you ladies can.
Yeah, it’s my only option. I think I would have rather walked in clueless than have the information I now have.
I think I might adopt the “I’m not doing it” mentality as well. Focusing on things I cannot change is driving me batty. It may well all be moot anyway if my doctor decides on a c-section. At least I know they won’t do that without a spinal!
Oh, Oh… a baby thread!
Well, Mighty_Baby, our mutant kid is now almost 6 weeks old and I am absolutely in love. I spend hours just staring at her, it is even more fun than TV. I can’t believe this sweet, beautiful baby came out of me. Time to share some photos of our little bundle of poo, pee and puke.
Congratulations to the new moms and the moms-to-be. Isn’t it wonderful?
Baby Sam is 6 months old and more fun than ever! Here are some recent pics:
Cyros , for what it’s worth, try not to worry too much about having a c-section. My whole birthing plan went straight to hell at 37 wks 5 days, when I developed preeclampsia. I had to be induced the next morning, which I hadn’t wanted, and 14 hours later went for a c-section because of failure to progress. Both the surgery and recovery were MUCH easier than I expected. Just keep your eyes on the prize of a healthy baby and healthy mother, however it has to happen. (Although I’m with ShadiRoxan, your hospital sounds like a not very nice place). And be sure to keep us posted here!
Your baby is so cute! I especially like the “gone swimmin’” photo.
I’m not worried about a c-section per se. I’m worried about being induced early and having an emergency c-section (which apparently happens quite often here). I’ve heard nothing but induction horror stories about my hospital - I’d rather they wait until I’m 40 weeks (assuming conditions aren’t deteriorating in the womb) and deliver via section to give baby’s lungs every chance to develop.
Had a quick ultrasound today. Baby is looking well, very active, amniotic fluid level is good. Yay! Still don’t know what the sex. Found out the baby will not be able to room in with me after delivery, regardless of whether it be via induction or section. All babies of gestational diabetics are in the NICU, even if their glucose levels are good. It will be nice knowing that someone is monitoring everything to make sure “he” is okay, though.