Due in December 2015- Jan/Feb 2016

[Temerity]

Seabee- Haha DS2 is pretty, maybe that's why lol

[seabeewife]

Luckily both my boys are pretty without stealing it from me haha. I was looking forward to having the beautiful glowing skin again. Looks like this bean has other plans for me. I can't wait to feel somewhat normal again!

[XXforhubby]

I had horrible skin with all of my pregnancies until I hit about 20-22 weeks and then it clears up and looks great!

I can't wait to hear more gender results! I'm getting excited for everyone!


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[sc1411]

I had bad skin with all the pregnancies, look like teenager again. Still veeeeeery tired and hungry. That is exactly how i felt with my second DD. The pregnancies are so identical i was sure it is another one before the blood test. Even asked the nurse could the test be wrong, she said not with this one. She even opened her data and showed it to me, saying, look it says "male fetus" and your name next to it:)

[XXforhubby]

It just goes to show that you can't predict gender by pregnancy symptoms [emoji4]!!


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[XXforhubby]

Happy 16 weeks for me! I just celebrated by cleaning up a bathroom filled with vomit. DS2 puked everywhere, except on me. I still don't know how I didn't get any on me! I hope I don't get whatever this is [emoji16]! I thought something was up yesterday when he wasn't interested in eating anything- even his favorite foods. We leave for a vacation on Monday too. Ugh!


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[fivebabies]

Oh dear heavens, XX...I am so sorry! That's never fun.

Seabee- I opted out of the blood test for the same exact reasons! I'm finding out in 10 days!!! Can't wait!

It's so funny how we all have different gender symptoms. With all of my boys I had oily, blemished skin. I looked awful! With my girls I had much better than normal skin and my eyelashes grew like crazy!

[Temerity]

XX that sounds awful. I hope you are immune and he's better before you leave!

[XXforhubby]

XX that sounds awful. I hope you are immune and he's better before you leave!

Thanks! Me too! He seems to be on the mend now. I just hope I can avoid it. It seems whenever I'm pregnant I always catch the puking stuff but miss everything else. I've only gained a mere 8lbs so far, and I don't have much to lose if I do get it!

How is everyone else doing/feeling? Who is next to find out gender besides fivebabies in 9 days?


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[blueherald]

Hello!

This is my first post in this thread, I hope you don't mind if I jump in! I am due mid January 2016 and swayed blue.

I am having the harmony test on Tuesday, so should hear the results + gender in about 2 weeks from then :)

I haven't had any symptoms really except for dizziness from the low blood pressure, and being a bit tired. I was extremely tired and hungry for about two weeks to the point of frustration, but that seems to have passed. I have been craving everything :)

Very exciting to read your results - congrats to you all!

[Temerity]

Welcome blueherald!

[Pebbles1012]

Welcome blue herald! Exciting you will be hearing the gender very soon! XF for a boy for you.
I hope to find out in early July. I am tired and not sick at all...I swayed pink but expecting to hear boy :p Then again I was sick with ds1 and ds2 by this point and not tired.

[Sunbuny]

Welcome Blue Herald! Congratulations! Hope you hear blue.

Xx - hope you don't get sick.

As far as symptoms I've always been told that girls rob your beauty. However in this pregnancy I've been told on a few occasions from people with Indian background that Im glowing and in their culture that means you're having a girl (which according to Genea I am ). I still can't wait to have that confirmed by a scan which I'm having in 3 weeks. Fx the blood test was right.

Can't wait to hear what you're having 5 babies and everybody else. It's so exciting!


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[XXforhubby]

Welcome Blueherald! I hope you hear boy!

GL to those finding out soon! I have my next scan in three weeks (I'll be 19 weeks!!).

I think I'm going to avoid the plague that DS2 had. Phew!

I hope everyone else is doing well!!



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[Pebbles1012]

Sunbunny, funny how different cultures have different old wives tales. With my boys I was glowing. I would trust the Genea test :)

[fivebabies]

Welcome Blue!! And congrats!!

[seabeewife]

Welcome Blue!! I'm due mid January, but swayed pink :)

Sunbunny, I was glowing with stunning skin with my boys too! I'm hoping my god awful skin is due to a pink bean! Haha.

[fivebabies]

So I'm starting to get nervous about my ultrasound. To the point where I want to cancel. I'm so worried that they're going to get it wrong. I can't do that again.

[Sunbuny]

Has that happened to you in the past Five?


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[fivebabies]

Yep. At 18 weeks with baby #4 :( It was hard.

[mommymachine]

I am so sorry about that fivebabies. It would be SO hard. WIth DS3, I had a couple medical ultrasounds (or at least one) with him that clearly showed boy...and of course I was hoping girl. I went for an entertainment ultrasound and the tech said girl! Then a couple minutes later she said no it's a boy. I didn't believe her when she said girl because of previous ultrasound(s)....but it still bothered me since if that was the first time I heard gender and I would have had those 2 minutes of thinking I was getting a daughter.... So I COULD NOT imagine, being told I was getting my desired gender, and then believing that for weeks or months. I am so sorry that that happened to you. Is it worth going team green? I am considering that this time, just because for my last two pregnancies I had giant anxiety about gender and the "what-if" the tech got it wrong.

[fivebabies]

I am soooo sorry. That's so frustrating. I couldn't handle a surprise. I have to plan! This baby has zero newborn sized clothes so I need to get some and I hate gender neutral stuff. I just want to know for sure. I thought I didn't really truly care about the gender but apparently I do.

[Temerity]

Oh fivebabies I understand second guessing. When I got the phone call the nurse asked me if I wanted to know, and I almost chickened out and said no. It wasn't because I don't trust the results, though- but I can definitey understand your uncertainty. Do you go on Saturday?

[smarston3]

Five-I hope everything goes well.

Anyone starting to feel better? I have more energy and cooked dinner for the 1st time in a month, but my breast still hurt and afternoon nausea.

Also had our NT scan yesterday. No doubt about it, he's a boy! I feel like a fool believing that swaying would actually work for me. The RE came into the exam room to see if we had any questions, etc and DH says "see you in a year to get our girl". I would happily have more kids except society makes it hard to. God forbid, you have more Then two kids, let alone five. And I know this sounds terrible, but, as soon as DH said that, I thought, get this baby out of me so I can do HT now! I know that's awful and this baby was totally meant to be, it's just hard to hear that DH is 100% willing to do HT and there's nothing I can do to make that happen now. Sorry so long and again I hope everyone is feeling ok.


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[seabeewife]

I found out at 14 weeks with DS2 and it was a definite boy. Went to my 20 week scan and the guy said.. well she was wrong it's a girl. About 5 minutes into it he said "never mind the cord was just in the way, it's a boy". That feeling for those few minutes alone was enough for heartache. I can't imagine thinking girl for weeks. Makes me nervous to find out early again as well. I need to start shopping myself, we have no more baby stuff except a crib. I hope they give you the right gender this time fivebabies! You have a good reason to be nervous.

[Temerity]

Smarston- I can understand that feeling of wanting to try right away, especially with DH being willing to go HT- that would be very exciting. Big hugs.

[Sunbuny]

I can't imagine being told one gender then finding out something different later on. This is the pregnancy that I have found out before 20 weeks. Nobody has given me any indication before the 20 week scan.

Are you sure it's definitely accurate Smartson? I know it's not an easy time for you but please try to appreciate this time with this baby. I admire families with more than 2 kids. Such a gift to the kids and the parents. I'm one of 4 and feel amazingly blessed. It's hard work though obviously.




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[fivebabies]

I'm cancelled my appt. I'll just be patient and wait.

[smarston3]

Five-hugs! I wish I had just been patient and waited. Least I could have hoped for a little longer

Sun-between the ultrasound and Verifi, it has to be accurate. She showed me his "tripod" as she called it. Didn't think testicles were visible at 13w5d. I did add the nub pics to my thread on the ultrasound board if you would take a look. I keep looking at them to help me bond with him. I hate this time in pregnancy, when you're starting to feel better (which is a good thing!) but no movement yet. The only thing I know about him, is his gender. I don't know his kicks, schedule, smiling face, etc. think that's why I'm struggling so hard right now. I know, without a doubt, that I will love and adore him when I hold him..it's just getting to that part that's hard.


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[Pebbles1012]

I am starting to get nervous to find out/not find out/find out incorrectly in 1 week. I will be 12 weeks. And with ds2 I was told at 12 weeks with 95% certainty so it's possible with a good tech.

[seabeewife]

Anyone else have super sore boobs?! I never had soreness this bad with my boys. They have gone up two sizes already too! I want to sit with my heating pad on my chest all day! Haha. It's been quiet in here.. how's everyone doing?

[fivebabies]

I have had sore boobs lately too. Not usual for me but it has happened before.

I'm sick of being sick. ....still. Starting to notice that I'm very slowly on the upswing but am still miserable. I tried toying with the idea of not finding out the gender until the delivery but several of my kids threatened to runaway and never speak to me again. Guess that won't happen. Lol. But now I won't know until about 22 weeks with how my appts fall. Guess I need to learn how to be patient!

How is everyone feeling??

[Blue-Blue-Pink?]

I am so so sorry for you smarston. It is so unfair.. Wish you strengt to deal with the idea of having another boy. I know what you mean; the part where you just know its a boy is so hard because you dont know him yet. Everything will get better once you see his beautifull face.

The sickness really kicked in here, especially afternoon and evening and lasts till I go to bed. I dont remember feeling so sick with the boys but maybe I just blocked that. And I am really fat! My 4 yr old asked me today if there was a baby in my belly because it was so big! Oops, if he thinks that, probably EVERYONE thinks the same :worry:

[seabeewife]

My sickness has finally eased up. For the 1st time I've been able to be in my kitchen without gagging over something :) I can't wait to not be exhausted. I feel bad I can't keep up with my boys like I usually can.

[Pebbles1012]

Hey ladies...how is everyone doing?

[eleena2014]

It's pretty quite on here. I haven't been on for a while. I have my 12 weeks scan tomorrow. I'll be 12 + 5 hopefully I'll get a good nub shot and hopefully everything will be ok. My nausea isn't all day any more but still there sometimes. I'm on my second lot of antibiotics for a uti. The antibiotics aren't making me feel too good

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[XXforhubby]

Oh no, sorry to hear that Eleena! I hope you get some relief soon! Good luck with your scan! Post some pics for us to look at [emoji6].

We've been on a couple of vacations and it has taken me a while to catch up! I'm doing great! Morning sickness is still lingering at the end of the day so I still take my Zyrtec and B6. The tiredness has come back. Wondering if the baby is growing. Otherwise I feel fantastic. I exercise and chase my boys around [emoji4].

How is everyone else doing?


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[seabeewife]

Eleena I have a uti too! Had one two and a half weeks ago and it came back because the antibiotic didn't work! I feel for you. I feel super awful on these antibiotics too. I have a scan tomorrow too! I know 11+4 is early for nub shots, but still exciting to see my little angel!

[eleena2014]

Is it safe to cranberry juice? I've heard it helps with uti 's.

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[seabeewife]

The 100% I heard is good. My OB put me on vitamin c 3 times a day to help prevent them. She was so mad when she found out the ER gave me the wrong antibiotics for the uti in the 1st place.

[Sunbuny]

Hey girls! I had a 17 scan at my Dr's yesterday and saw my baby girl [emoji4] I was still having doubts and might still have a few until the 19 week scan. It's always a relief to see that can heart beating and the baby's movement. I don't think I've felt movement yet or nothing concrete anyway. I can't wait for a good kick in the ribs [emoji6] just for the peace of mind in gives. Hope everyone is going well xx


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[Pebbles1012]

I can't wait to feel the baby moving and kicking! I have my 12 week scan next week. I need reassurance of a heartbeat. I have few symptoms and am not feeling anything.

Anyone have the shortest fuse??!!

Glad you ladies are starting to feel better.

[seabeewife]

I've felt this baby roll around already. No kicks yet though. Can't wait to see him/her today.

[eleena2014]

Come on ladies need nub and skull theory opinions. 13 weekshttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/30/5a6de103fd46571f6876e0ef8390797d.jpg

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[eleena2014]

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Not sure why thats the wrong way

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[Mulberry Smurf]

Cant make out a nub but get a girly feeling, hope I am right Eleena! xx

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[seabeewife]

Can't really see a nub Eleena. I just got back from my scan. Dating ahead at 12+1. The nub I saw is looking boy. I can't help but feel upset right now, even though I know it's still early. The skull looks nothing like my boys, but that means nothing. I also have placenta previa and a sub hemorrhage. Hence all the spotting. I can't take anymore bad news.

[eleena2014]

Seabeewife not sure what sub hemorrhage is but hope everything will be ok for u.

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[Mulberry Smurf]

hope you're ok seabeewife xx

[smarston3]

Seebee-so sorry sweetie!! Just remember there's plenty of time for everything to "heal" and at least you know what was causing all the bleeding. Glad baby is great!

El-don't see a nub, but gorgeous baby!


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[XXforhubby]

Seebee- I'm so sorry! Hang in there! I too had a sub chorionic hemorrhage, and they usually resolve on their own. I'm glad the baby is healthy. Try and give yourself the time you need to prepare for the gender scan. We will be there for you!!

Congrats on a super cute baby Eleena! No nub though but skull looks girly to me [emoji4]!


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[seabeewife]

I've kinda been obsessing over the nub shot. Looking at confirmed girl ultrasound pictures at 12 weeks. And I saw that this baby actually does have a girly nub right now. I would upload it, but can't figure out how to do it on my phone. It errors every time I try. Not getting my hopes up.. but I have a little hope this can still be my baby girl. 2 1/2 more weeks and we will know! I hope this placenta previa goes away. I'm a stress ball enough as it is.

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[seabeewife]

Yay got taptalk and figured it out!!

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[XXforhubby]

Looking girly but early [emoji8][emoji175][emoji175]!


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[Pebbles1012]

Seabee- I can NEVER tell these nub photos but that seems so clear of a girl! Hope it is!!!

[seabeewife]

Here's to hoping it stays girly. Due to the baby moving it's hard to tell. Still 50/50 I guess.

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[XXforhubby]

I hope so too for you Seebee!


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[kitkat18]

Eleena no nub but I am getting a ' girly' vibe, girly skull etc!!! FX I am right XX

[kitkat18]

Seabee, very early but girly, good luck,! X

[Sunbuny]

I don't even know what a nub is but fx it's a girl Seabee [emoji4][emoji7]


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[seabeewife]

I've been nub-sessing since my scan. I need to find something better to do while on pelvic rest. I hate the wait!!

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[XXforhubby]

I can't wait for you ladies to find out! I'm getting so excited for all of you!

I have my next scan on the 17th, and I'll be 20 weeks 1 day. It's hard to believe that I'm almost half way there!! DH is hoping that he will be a she. I keep telling him not a chance! I just don't want him to get his hopes up. I seriously doubt MaterniT21 would be wrong. Plus we saw him in all his glory at 13 weeks 5 days.

I'm feeling great, tired midday though. I've only gained 10-12lbs (0.8 stones or 5.4 kg) depending on the time of day I weigh myself. With my other boys I was 15lbs by this point! No cravings and don't ever feel super hungry either. Strange, huh?

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[Pebbles1012]

I will probably have an US on Tuesday at my OB appointment. Don't know what will be the outcome of this appointment or when the nt scan will be scheduled.
Pretty sure it's a boy...just waiting to hear. Seeing girl clothes at the baby store breaks my heart.

[seabeewife]

XX I don't blame your hubby for feeling that way. I remember looking up gender scans that were told boy and found out girl later on, or at birth. I didn't believe it was another boy until my 20 week scan when it was undeniable.

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[seabeewife]

Pebbles when I see anything girl related I cry! It's bad!

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[XXforhubby]

What I don't understand is that DH doesn't want to try again. He wants a DD badly but wants to stop at three kids. I'm thinking of swaying stealthily and trying to get pregnant again when this baby is 6mo. DH would freak out at first but would happily accept an "oops" baby. The thing is I'll only have from June to September, because the earliest he would get a vasectomy would be next October. Plus, I will still be nursing and I think my chances will be slim of getting pregnant anyway. But I'll try anyway to give him his DD! I love having and raising kids! I'll be swaying all on my own this time...if it's meant to be it will be...


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[seabeewife]

DH got a vasectomy Monday. So this is for sure our last, boy or girl. Which is why I'll be heart broken if it's another boy. As awful as that sounds. I hope you get your DD next try!

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[XXforhubby]

I will give it a go, but I'm not very hopeful that I'll be able to get pregnant while nursing. I couldn't when trying for this baby, but I think it had to do with a supplement I was taking (not for swaying purposes) messing things up for me. It will really have to be meant to be, take divine intervention, stars lining up, etc! I won't be sad though, if it doesn't work out, because I'll have this little guy to snuggle with still and at least I'll know that I tried everything I could with a much better sway. Not that I that I think my sway was bad this time, but the supplement I was on wrecked havoc on my fertility and caused me to have to add things to boost it. That I believe in turn played a role on the gender of this little guy. My diet and exercise was top notch!


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[XXforhubby]

I really hope you get your DD Seebee and all of you other ladies too, blue and pink swayers alike! I just love having a baby and raising kids. I couldn't imagine what you ladies must feel with GD. My heart goes out to all of you and makes me want to grant you your wish. If it were only that easy!


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[seabeewife]

My SIL got pregnant with her DD while breastfeeding. I thought I read somewhere that it helps sway girl?

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[Blue-Blue-Pink?]

I hope its your girl seabee!

I went to barcelona for bloodtest and the results say Im having a little girl! I can hardly believe it, so excited. Had my first us today and saw the baby moving around. So sweet

I love your thoughts about what you would do for your husband XX

[seabeewife]

Congrats on your girl blue-blue-pink!! That's so exciting. I posted my nub pic on this site and ingender.. all votes are boy. So I'm pretty sure my dream of a girl won't ever happen. Pretty heart broken.

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[XXforhubby]

Congrats on a healthy baby girl Blue! That is so exciting [emoji4]!

I saw your nub pics Seebee, and I'm on the fence about yours. I would prepare to hear boy, but I think there is still a decent chance you have a baby girl in there!


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[seabeewife]

That's what I was thinking too XX. It's not pointing straight up like typical boy nubs. I wish I could have done the blood test and known for sure. I hate the guessing game.

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[sc1411]

Congratulations Blue!
Seabee and Ellena great pics! I hope you'll get yours DG:)

We were on vacation with the kids, it was sooooooo tiring...But, I'm so happy everyone had a great time. Can't wait for my next scan which will be only at 20 weeks since we had a blood test.

XX, it so exciting that you are considering to try for another one! Is there any chance you will go HT?

[Sunbuny]

Congratulations blue blue pink! And that's fantastic XX. I hope it all works out and your husband gets the girl. What an amazing gift that would be


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[XXforhubby]

There is no chance I would go HT, unfortunately. This is going to have to be a top secret sway, because DH pretty much has a panic attack about the idea of #4. The strange thing is HE mentioned #4! I would never plan anything like this if I didn't know in my heart of hearts that this is what he wants. I just only have a small window of time from next June to September. Although unbeknownst to DH, I won't be on any form of BC so it could technically happen before then. I just don't think I'll be able to get pregnant nursing as much as I will be. This is just to make me feel that I truly have done all I could for DH. If it is meant to be, then it will be. If not then this little guy will thankfully still be super snugly [emoji4]!


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[sc1411]

XX, I'm sure you are great parents and having #4 will be great, someday:)
I guess breastfeeding does help with a pink sway, i conceived my second DD while nursing when the older was 4.5 months, had no idea about swaying back then of course.

[XXforhubby]

XX, I'm sure you are great parents and having #4 will be great, someday:)
I guess breastfeeding does help with a pink sway, i conceived my second DD while nursing when the older was 4.5 months, had no idea about swaying back then of course.

Ooh, what was your diet like then? I'm always curious how nursing moms conceived a girl, since my conditions will be similar.

Even now, I'm doing the Atomic fertility diet. It is a version of the LE diet that includes more protein. I just don't feel hungry or have any cravings, and I'm almost 20 weeks! Which is strange since with my other two boys I had a ravenous appetite that I had to keep in check!


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[Temerity]

Hi everyone! Sorry I've not dropped by for a while, but I have been either busy with guests or on vacation- my SIL, her two boys, and my mom came two weeks ago to stay with my kiddos while I went on a cruise to Alaska with DH. I revealed to them that I was pregnant, and that it's a girl, and they are so happy. Alaska was amazing. I missed my kids though. I also haven't been as sick, and it's really only bad when the heartburn/reflux gets out of control, or if I'm not cautious about what I eat and in what order. I feel like my digestion is so slow right now, I have to eat heavy things last. It was complicated while on a cruise haha, when everything was about food!

I'm so glad to read your good news, Blue-Blue-Pink! And Seabee, I hope that you have a better answer at your full scan. Nub shots are always so questionable. XX- sneaky swaying *and* sneaky TTC! Eek that's a lot to keep secret! Maybe it will just happen for you though, if it's meant to be. Lord knows I never expected this pregnancy to happen so quickly!

I know I'm missing people but I hope everyone is well and I plan to be back more in the next few days. Hugs!

[XXforhubby]

Good to hear from you Tem! How you describe your symptoms is mine to a T! My digestion is so SLOW and I only get nausea when my heartburn/reflux isn't maintained properly. I'm so glad you had a great trip to Alaska! I would miss my boys tons too!

How is everyone doing/feeling?


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[eleena2014]

Results came back after taking antibiotics for a uti. They were negative but I have been peeing non stop!! Please tell me this is normal for 14 weeks ??

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[sc1411]

XX, my diet was always girl friendly, i only changed it for a boy sway. When I was nursing it was mostly fish and vegetables, a lot of fruits, couple cups of coffee for breakfast and fat free milk, love sushi so ate it a lot as well, hated red meat, still do. Also, my cycle started 8 weeks after delivery, was regular,even though i was nursing all the time, so i knew i can get pregnant and she was planned(well, i was 25 back then, maybe my age played a role that everything went back to normal right away). We dtd every day starting cd1 for at least two weeks. Hope this helps:)

[Pebbles1012]

Temerity was a nice getaway! My stomach is causing me so many issues and insomnia is starting too. Fun fun.

Just had my NT scan. Stubborn baby so it took forever to get good measurements. But all looks good so far. Right off the bat I was told gender is too early to tell. And now I wait till my anatomy scan. :(

[seabeewife]

Pebbles did you get any ultrasound pictures from your NT scan?

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[XXforhubby]

XX, my diet was always girl friendly, i only changed it for a boy sway. When I was nursing it was mostly fish and vegetables, a lot of fruits, couple cups of coffee for breakfast and fat free milk, love sushi so ate it a lot as well, hated red meat, still do. Also, my cycle started 8 weeks after delivery, was regular,even though i was nursing all the time, so i knew i can get pregnant and she was planned(well, i was 25 back then, maybe my age played a role that everything went back to normal right away). We dtd every day starting cd1 for at least two weeks. Hope this helps:)

Thanks a bunch! I am allergic to salmon and tuna, but I can eat any red meat trout though. With DS2 my cycles returned 6 weeks postpartum at 33, but I didn't get pregnant until after I weaned him. We didn't try to TTC until he was 13 mo though. I really do believe that supplement I was on messed things up for me. We will see. It may not happen for various reasons, but I will try if there is an opportunity!

We liked BDing every four days and DH wants to continue that when I feel like having sex after this sweet baby is born. Secretly swaying and TTCing should be easy [emoji6]!


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[XXforhubby]

Pebbles- congrats on a healthy baby! Do you have any pics to share? I love nub guessing and seeing cute babies [emoji4]!!


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[Pebbles1012]

I'm in a high risk clinic (for now) and they don't give ultrasound pics at all. I wasn't even given the option (I'm in Canada). My anatomy scan needs to be booked but I may do a 3d private scan sooner than 18-20 weeks.

Baby was cute! He/she was pushing off and moving about.

[seabeewife]

That is strange they don't give you any pictures. I go to a high risk office as well and they gave me some. Canada must do it different. I love ultrasounds! Nothing better than seeing your baby moving and getting a glimpse of what they look like.

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[Sunbuny]

I haven't received a picture yet either. I've only had quite old fashioned scans in my Dr's office. Next week I'll have a proper 19 week scan and hopefully come away with a picture. I can't wait!


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[eleena2014]

Is frequent urination normal at 14 weeks?

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[seabeewife]

Eleena I'm probably not a good one to ask with my frequent uti's.. but I'm having to pee a lot, have been from the moment I got my bfp (that night I actually got up twice to pee). So I'd day it's completely normal.

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[eleena2014]

I'm getting pains in my pelvis area. Don't know if it's to due with pregnancy or not. It's not bad pains but every little worries me. It's probably my ligaments stretching .might give the doctor a call tomorrow

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[fivebabies]

I think that's pretty normal Eleena. And I have peed constantly it seems since week 8. Lol.

Just got home from vacation. Was lovely. Still sick but getting a tiny bit better each week.

How's everyone doing?

[Temerity]

How is everyone doing?

I'm feeling pretty good at 16 weeks, finally off the Diclegis and trying to get my weight under control.

[Sunbuny]

I'm doing well. No nausea at all and generally good except for headaches.

I had my scan today. It's official, we're definitely having a girl. The guy said the blood test is more accurate then any scan but he checked anyway and there are no "protrusions ". This is her [emoji4]26130

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[XXforhubby]

Oh, so beautiful Sunbuny [emoji4]! I'm so happy for you!!! I bet you can't wait to squeeze her!

I'm glad many of you are starting to feel better! Me too! I find as long as I don't get full, just comfortably full, then I'm not nauseous.

Can't wait to see more pics of cute babies! I have a scan on Friday morning. I can't wait to see this sweet boy [emoji4]!!


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[Temerity]

Sunbuny- very exciting! I cant wait to see my little one again.

XX- looking forward to seeing your pics on Friday!

[sc1411]

What a great pics, Sunbunny!
Was it a 3d scan? You can clearly see everything, how awesome:)

[seabeewife]

I'm feeling much better. Still get nausea here and there.. and my food aversions are super annoying. But better all and all. I'm so nervous to find out what we're having this weekend. It's seriously been all I think about.

Sunbunny, she's beautiful! I can't wait to get some good 3d pictures!

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[Blue-Blue-Pink?]

Good luck seabee

She is adorable sunbuny, so sweet

[fivebabies]

Awe! Sweet baby Sunbunny!

[fivebabies]

Sure seems quiet around here....

[seabeewife]

I agree fivebabies! Super quiet!

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[Sunbuny]

Soooooo quiet! How is everybody? I have the day off work, my boys are napping and Ive been snoozing on the lounge. This is bliss [emoji4]


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[Sunbuny]

You'll find out this weekend Seabee??


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[seabeewife]

Yes! Saturday morning. I'm beyond excited/nervous. I can't wait to stop the guessing game.

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[Sunbuny]

I know how you feel... I felt the same. I have everything crossed for you and will keep you in my prayers xx I will also be stalking this site to find out.


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[Sunbuny]

What a great pics, Sunbunny!
Was it a 3d scan? You can clearly see everything, how awesome:)

Hi sc1411, yes, it was a 3d scan. I didn't realise it was going to be but I'm glad it was because it's the only scan I've had so far.


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[seabeewife]

I'll be sure to update you all as soon as I can! Hopefully baby shows the goods. Both my boys definitely did!

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[seabeewife]

Send me your girl dust! ;
:D

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[Sunbuny]

Sent [emoji4]


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[XXforhubby]

I just had my next scan, and I am 20 weeks 1 day! It's hard to believe that I'm half way there to snuggling with my little man [emoji4]! He is so sweet! He was trying to get comfortable to sleep during the scan. He kept covering his face with his arms or using them as a pillow [emoji4]! We couldn't get a shot of his spine with his back facing us, but I'm not worrying about any spinal issues. I took more than the recommended amount of folate and I took choline to prevent additional spinal issues.

I can't wait to meet him! I think he's going to look the most like my DH than all of the boys so far. His profile and face look just like DH's baby pics. It was so sweet to get a glimpse of his personality! I'm so in love [emoji4]!

How is everyone else doing! When do the rest of you ladies get your scans?


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[Temerity]

Yay for a wonderful scan, XX! I can't believe you're half way there! Are you showing? Feeling the baby much?

Seabee, I'll be thinking of you! What time zone are you in? Sending you pink dust!

I have my anatomy scan on August 10- part of me is sad it's so far away, but Im super busy between now and then and at least I have that 99.4% chance of it still being a girl to keep me calm lol. I've started feeling small taps and slides which is so exciting! I don't remember them with my second because he had an anterior placenta, and my first I was constantly questioning whether it was the baby or gas haha. So I'm glad for my last pregnancy I get to enjoy those first sensations :)

[seabeewife]

Pacific standard time. I'm in Cali. Appointment is at 10:30.

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[fivebabies]

Yay! Can't wait to hear Seabee! I'm pretty sure I'm going to be the last to know baby's gender. Lol. My scan is in 11 days. I still don't really want to know in case I have feelings about it. :( Nut I need to start getting ready.

Nausea is almost gone. I'm sick in the evenings but the rest of the day is pretty good! This is way early than it usually lets up so I'm thrilled.

[seabeewife]

I'd rather know early on so I can get used to the idea. It's worse for me not knowing! I can't wait to hear what you're having fivebabies!

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[Sunbuny]

That's so beautiful XX! So lucky aren't we that we get to see our babies early.

Teremity, when I had my scan and told him I had already had the blood test he told me that the blood test was more accurate than the scan. I did feel good though when the scan confirmed the results.


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[seabeewife]

It's a boy! Not as upset as I thought I'd be, but I prepared myself for another boy. DS1 was pretty upset, he really wanted a sister. Boy mom for life!

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[XXforhubby]

Congrats on a healthy, baby boy!

I'm so sorry you didn't hear girl [emoji20]. I'm glad you are taking it well, but give yourself some time. We are here for you!!

In time, your DS1 will come around. My DS1 was sad at first with both boys, but he and DS2 are best friends!

Hugs!!


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[smarston3]

It's a boy! Not as upset as I thought I'd be, but I prepared myself for another boy. DS1 was pretty upset, he really wanted a sister. Boy mom for life!

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Seebee-I'm so sorry, congrats on a new lil mamas boy!!!! Feel free to PM me if you need to vent., and I understand about DS1. My DS2 is GD pretty bad. Hugs to your family!


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[Mulberry Smurf]

Hey seabee, hope you're ok, congratulations on your son, hugs xx

[Junie]

Congrats on your boy seabee! Hugs to you for all the feelings you must be feeling right now. I'm sure in the end he will be the perfect addition for your family! I'm already planning on buying myself some new very cute boy things (like a new stroller, clothes, car seat) in exactly the boy shades I want if we end up pregnant with another boy as it will be our last and I want to enjoy it all to the fullest.

[fivebabies]

Congrats on another healthy sweet little baby boy Seabee!!!

[seabeewife]

He was so adorable! No way I could be disappointed after seeing him ♡ I absolutely love the name we picked out for him as well. I'm doing okay for now.. I hope it stays that way!

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[Sunbuny]

I'm sorry Seabee but glad you are feeling OK. I felt pretty bad GD with my DS2 but I truly believe he was meant to be. He charms me and everybody around him. I'm sure it'll be the same for your family.

If you do feel sad please don't feel guilty (I felt terrible when I was sad, I felt very ungrateful ). We are here for you xxx


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[sc1411]

Huge congrats on a healthy little bundle Seabee!!!

[seabeewife]

It's not so much the fact that I won't ever have a girl that's bothering me.. it's family saying "oh, you poor thing" like having three boys is a bad thing? Ugh.

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[XXforhubby]

I totally agree with you! I mean I have always been vocal about my desire to be an only boy mom, and they still say this to me! I tell them that laughingly that I don't view having all boys as a disability, and I'm super excited to have another baby to snuggle with! That always makes them stop and congratulate me!

People!


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[seabeewife]

I've always loved being a boy mom! Having a healthy child is a blessing, like I've said all along. That's all that matters!

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[Temerity]

I'm so glad that you aren't disappointed. I know he will be exactly the person who was meant to join your family. I think the peanut gallery comments are always the most annoying part of any of this whole process. Boys are great, and while I prayed for a girl, it was never because I don't love boys. I'm just one of those people who likes variety- I could never choose between my dog or my cat, lol, but I was unhappy until I had one of each.

Congratulations on your healthy baby boy!

[seabeewife]

What really bugs me too is my MIL isn't posting about this little guy like she did for my two SIL'S girls. It's like she's not excited what so ever. Kind of sad, you need to have different gender children to get any excitement out of DH'S family. I just need to unplug and stop caring about what other people think. I'm excited about my baby boy, that's all that matters.

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[fivebabies]

Barf, are we sure you and I don't have the same MIL? ;)

[Sunbuny]

After seeing people struggle to conceive at all or who have children with disabilities I feel so grateful to even be having a baby at all. People who think less of the pregnancy because it's "another" boy or girl are very narrow minded. Whilst I wanted a girl before I found out the gender I always thought I'm lucky to be pregnant, a healthy baby is a bonus and gender really is not really relevant compared to those 2 things.

I think if you can help it is not to tell people you tried for a girl, or had a preference at all. If they think you're happy with the outcome that might shut them up. When I was younger ( and so silly ) I used to comment on gender. It didn't mean much to me at the time, I was genuinely curious if people wanted a girl or boy. Now I cringe when people say similar things to me.

No idea why your MIL is posting about one gender only. I thought as a grandmother there would not be a preference... Weird.. Very weird


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[XXforhubby]

I'm so sorry you have to go through that Seabee and Fivebabies! I am surprised that a grandma to these babies would be that way! It makes me sad! Babies are so sweet to snuggle, it's fun getting to know them, and I love the challenge to try and see what will make them belly laugh for the first time!! Why can't people see that they are special regardless of gender?

Hang in there ladies!


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[XXforhubby]

Anyone else experiencing Braxton Hicks? I've been getting them since early pregnancy and now they cause such pain to radiate in my back! I'm going back to the workouts I used to do that works my core say to see if that helps. Sheesh! I feel like when go time comes, he'll fall out, lol!! I did have 6hours or less labors with my other two boys, so we will see!


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[seabeewife]

I think my biggest mistake was saying "I'd like to have a girl to even out the ratio a little". I've always said I would be happy with another boy too. But still, people feel bad for me. I'm sure once he's here everyone will shut up.

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[Sunbuny]

Hey Xx, I'm not having Braxton Hicks but then again I never have and I have pretty long labors [emoji16]


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[XXforhubby]

Hey Xx, I'm not having Braxton Hicks but then again I never have and I have pretty long labors [emoji16]


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I can't believe we are just over half way there!! Seriously, this morning I thought I was going to miscarry it was so bad! They always stop after I have 4-5. I think my bladder must get too full but then the same thing can happen later in the day too. Ugh!


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[Sunbuny]

I would definitely question the dr about it XX! Did you get them that bad last 2 times?


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[XXforhubby]

I didn't get them with DS1 until closer to giving birth. With DS2, I would get them with a full bladder and during growth spurts.

I did mention it at my 12 week appointment and was told it is totally normal as long they don't go past 6 in an hour or have any spotting. Sooo, I just deal with it! I've tried a bath, drinking water, and resting. They seem to stop when they want to! I know they are going to stop when I feel him move.


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[XXforhubby]

I'm just worried this guy will come too fast! Both boys were 6 hours or less! I feel as much as my uterus has been practicing, this little guy may just fall out, lol!


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[Temerity]

Lol XX! Let's hope not! Both my boys came within 4 hours of arriving at the hospital. Have you seen the YouTube video of the lady giving birth in the car?! My nightmare!

[XXforhubby]

Me too!! I worry about it happening when DS1 is needing to be picked up from school, and I am alone with DS2. My DH works 20min away, but he is a school principal and can't always leave at the drop of a hat.

One thing is for certain- it will be interesting!


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[Blue-Blue-Pink?]

I'm sorry you didn't hear girl seabee. The comments can be quite rough, aren't they? When I told people I am pregnant again almost everyone said now it 'must' be a girl. It would have broken my heart if it was a boy. Feels like they reject my other boys though they probably dont mean that.
Hang in there and I agree that if you say you wanted a boy people will shut up

Sorry to hear about your braxton hicks xx. Hope it eases up for you

[XXforhubby]

I was told by my OB that between 20-29 weeks that it is common to get frequent uterine contractions since the uterus is going through its final growth spurt and to prepare for childbirth.

He told me to avoid exercise when I'm having them even though it is rare for them to progress into labor. I just don't remember this with my other two boys. So I'm following directions. Hopefully they stop soon!


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[XXforhubby]

Hey Sunbuny, what did you do for your cardio exercise? I'm trying to decide what is feasible for me to do once this little guy is here and I'm caring for DS2 too.


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[Sunbuny]

Hi XX, I did alot of cross training and fast paced walking either on a treadmill or just around the neighborhood.


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[XXforhubby]

Thanks! I'm thinking I'll only be able to walk the neighborhood wearing little man and taking DS2 to play at a park. And PiYo (Pilates and yoga hybrid) after my 1 hour walks.


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[Sunbuny]

That's plenty.. Especially with 2 children. I never used to exercise with my kids (although they were older and heavier). I used to wake up really early and get the workout out of the way for the day. It's the only way I found I stuck to the routine.


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[XXforhubby]

I hear ya! I get so stir crazy nursing such a little one so I like to get out of the house with them. Plus, DS2 likes to go to parks and play- win win! Then if I want to do PiYo when DS2 naps, I can.

I need my sleep so getting up early won't happen since I'll probably still have a middle of the night nursing session or two [emoji6].


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[Sunbuny]

Fair enough.... I didn't start the early morning exercise till DS2 was about 15 months. I wish I was exercising still now but my gym membership expired and it's winter here so very cold and dark in the mornings... And nearly dark by the time I get home. I need to start exercising walking again when the weather warms up. I have put on so much weight [emoji15][emoji16]


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[XXforhubby]

Really? Oh, yeah I forgot you were in Australia [emoji6]. I'm sorry about the weight gain. I'm worrying I've gained too little- only 12-14 lbs so far at 21 weeks! I was this weight around 12-16 weeks with my other two boys! Luckily I only gain 25lbs, but I think I'll be lucky to get to 20lbs with this guy!

I do still workout but only cardio (walking fast with a heavy double stroller) since the cramping/Braxton Hicks started. Once they stop, I'll go back to my T25 and Gamma workouts. I'm a SAHM, so I can workout when DS2 naps. If I were teaching like I was when pregnant with DS2, I wouldn't be able to workout.

You'll be able to get it off afterward! Just think about you're precious baby girl right now and all the cute stuff she can wear before she gets too big [emoji4]!!


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[fivebabies]

I think that's a fine amount to have gained XX. I've actually lost weight since pre pregnancy. I did the same thing last baby. I gained 2.6 lbs total last time. Lol.

I need to start walking at least. :(

[eleena2014]

Is it normal to have recurring tummy bugs? I keep having bouts of tummy ache and diarreah.it might be my ibs flaring up.but this morning I had it and I have felt lousy all day.

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[XXforhubby]

Not tummy bugs but diarrhea is a common early pregnancy symptom. I had bouts of diarrhea from right when I got a positive test up until 14 weeks!

Hang in there!!


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[eleena2014]

I'm 16 weeks now though.just sick of feeling crap.

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[fivebabies]

I've decided that being pregnant is miserable all around. Lol. I used to love the second and third trimesters but it seems like I'll always be uncomfortable in some way.

[eleena2014]

It can get you really down can't it?

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[Sunbuny]

Xx, I think that weight gain so far is fine. I only gained 10 kgs with my first baby (22 pounds). I think my weight gain this time because I've gone off the LE diet and stopped the extreme exercise. I hope I lose it.. I loved how I looked pre pregnancy this time around. It's my fault for giving in to each and everyone of my very naughty cravings [emoji14]

I know... I'm so excited for our 3rd child and can't wait to meet, cuddle and yes, dress our little girl [emoji7]

Sorry to hear that you're still feeling sick Eleena and Fivebabies [emoji22]


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[Sunbuny]

Hi everyone! So quiet in here. How is everybody doing?


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[fivebabies]

I'm good. Starting to feel better. Think I'm turning a corner. Ate breakfast this morning and boy was that a mistake. I can't do breakfast.

I have my ultrasound on Wednesday. Still nervous. Just want it over with. But very excited to see baby!! I haven't had one since I was only 8 weeks along. :)

[seabeewife]

I'm becoming pretty depressed. I'm not liking the fact I can't work out. I was so happy and confident when I was working out 3 days a week, now I am restricted to walking and I feel so out of shape and tired all the time. I hope my placenta moves up and my subchorionic hematoma is healed by my 18 week ultrasound, because I'm over it!

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[eleena2014]

I'm feeling depressed. I always seem to have something wrong with me.upset tummy last week. Now I have to get in to see a dentist tomorrow as I think i have an absess which I am dreading because I haven't been to a dentist since I was about 7 years old!

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[XXforhubby]

I hope you ladies can feel better soon! I can't wait to see more pics of your cute babies [emoji4]!!

AFM- I only get Braxton Hicks contractions twice a day now instead of all day- morning then evening. I can't believe I only have 18 weeks and 3 days to go until I meet this little guy!!


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[eleena2014]

Heard heartbeat today.151 bpm.
I have only put on about 2 lb but midwife didn't seem concerned

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[seabeewife]

Has anyone else been having awful, violent, scary dreams?! I swear mine keep getting worse. Last night I dreamt that I got an abortion (which btw, I'm VERY much against). I remember feeling awful after it happened, and later in the dream the baby came out and wasn't alive. He was the size a baby would be at birth. Now I'm completely paranoid something bad is going to happen. Ugh I'm so over these pregnancy dreams. I NEVER dreamt like this with my two boys!

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[eleena2014]

I have the other week I dreamt I had a girl but she was born deformed. Her legs were in her back or something like that it was horrible.

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[seabeewife]

I read that dreaming your baby is deformed means you're constantly worried about babies health. I can't find anything on what my dream meant :/ my husband never dreams nor does he remember them, and the other night he had a creepy dream about our kids. Super weird.

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[XXforhubby]

I've had very vivid dreams about the baby and my DH. Basically someone dies and it is about dealing with the aftermath. I've worked out what these dreams mean for me and since then they have stopped. I think for me they were symbolic of something I am wanting but struggling with because it will effect my whole family. Yet if it doesn't happen, I will feel a strong sense of loss.

Basically these dreams were symbolic of me wanting a fourth child because I still feel like there is someone I haven't met yet, but at the same time I worry about how another child will affect our family.


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[seabeewife]

Looks like I need to figure out why I'm having them. I'm so tired of waking up crying! I'm already an awful sleeper. Doesn't help my situation.

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[XXforhubby]

I bet! Ugh, mine kept really bothering me too. I mean who wants to have a dream like that?! I finally sat down and journaled, because I was convinced it meant something since they kept happening.

I hope you can figure it out so they can stop for you too! I know how awful it is! Hang in there!!


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[Temerity]

I have crazy vivid dreams but few of them are about the baby. Although last night I had one where I was talking to my third son about how much he was like his brothers, but in my mind I kept thinking that wasn't possible because I was having a girl. I wasnt panicked, just confused.

fivebabies- any news on your ultrasound today?

[Sunbuny]

I had a few crazy dreams earlier on In the pregnancy but nothing much recently. I find my vivid dreams are usually related to my fears. I hope they pass for you.

I'm sick of people telling me how big my baby bump is. Somebody asked me today if it's possible I could be having twins. I find some clothes accentuate the bump more... It's not a bad thing, I don't feel overweight anywhere except for my belly but I wish people would just think before making dumb comments.



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[XXforhubby]

That is the worst Sunbuny! I too feel huge despite the fact I have gained a notmal amount of weight. I don't know if this is the same for you, but I'm only 5ft 4in so my belly gets bigger to make room for the baby! If I were taller like some of my girlfriends, my belly wouldn't get so big because my torso and pelvis would be bigger.

Don't listen to them! I'm sure you look great, although if you're like me you naturally think you look bigger than you really are! I just focus on having a sweet baby to snuggle with and that makes me feel better [emoji4]!


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[Sunbuny]

Lol.. After saying yesterday that I don't have vivid dreams I just had a horrible dream that I had 2 seperate fights with men I work with, in my dream I got so worked up it woke me up and the baby has been kicking like crazy since. Hope she didn't sense my dream stress. Now I can't sleep [emoji16]


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[Pebbles1012]

Hey ladies...anyone here super itchy all over? What have you used to combat?
I should be having an ultrasound tomorrow at my OB appointment. If not I'm going straight to a 3d ultrasound clinic! (I'm 16 weeks)
I have decided to not tell anyone gender before the birth (except our parents). I don't want to face the comments one way or another. (I will let you ladies know when I know)

[XXforhubby]

I had to apply lotion after showering and take warm not hot showers and that made a difference for me. I have to put a body oil and body cream in my belly otherwise it itches like mad!

There is a liver condition, can't remember what it is called, that causes itching all over the body to happen. If it doesn't seem like the apply lotions and taking warm not hot showers are helping, I would mention it to your doctor. Ugh, I wish I could remember the condition! Sorry!!


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[XXforhubby]

Ah, I remember now! It's called Cholestasis! It can be checked on blood work. Mention it to your doctor if lotions or warm/lukewarm showers aren't helping. It can be treated but can be bad for you and baby if gone untreated.


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[Pebbles1012]

Yes you're right about the name. I had pupps with ds1 and this isn't it. My palms and feet are not itchy as a symptom of the liver issue either. But anything could still develop. I will have to ask for bloodwork if there is a reason to be concerned. Great!

[Pebbles1012]

So....it's most likely a girl!
Bottom/potty shot had 3 lines and no sack.
OH my gosh! I hope it's true!!!

[JJ66]

Pebbles, how far along are you that you got that potty shot? Do you have the picture? Congrats!!

[Pebbles1012]

I am 16 weeks, 3 days. I had a routine US that I have every OB appointment. No photo. The tech showed us twice from the same bottom angle and said to gather what we see (or don't see). Her guess was girl. Im still thinking to do a 3d scan to be sure.

[JJ66]

That's exciting. My fingers are crossed for you!

I've been on the hunt for those bottom potty shots at 13 weeks to compare, and they're hard to find! Mostly just profile shots.

Good luck!

[Blue-Blue-Pink?]

How exciting pebbles! I hope you'll know for sure soon!

[Sunbuny]

Congratulations Pebbles [emoji3]


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[Sunbuny]

Five? How did your ultrasound go last week?


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[kitkat18]

Pebbles that sounds pretty good especially at 16 weeks hope its your little lady Xx

[XXforhubby]

Ugh, my asthma has flared up really bad due to the weed and mold spore count where I live! Harvest hasn't even begun yet, which is another big flare up for me due to mold and air quality. I hope I can get relief soon! I keep coughing up mucus and having sinus pressure. Until harvest is over I'm using my nasal rinse, steroid inhaler, Zyrtec, and my nasal spray! I may have to add singulair soon so I don't have to keep relying on my steroid inhaler. At least these meds are safe in pregnancy and my steroid inhaler and spray don't even get into my blood ******!!

I just want to breathe, is that too much to ask?


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[Sunbuny]

How are you feeling XX?

Where is Fivebabies? Hope you're ok...


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[Temerity]

XX, I hope you're feeling better! I'm also having a hard time breathing right now. I've discovered that my asthma is highly allergy-triggered, so I take benedryl and it helps me a lot. I haven't had a full attack in years, though, and refuse to be on a daily steroid which makes my doctor frustrated. Unfortunately pregnancy can make asthma better or worse, and changes even between babies :/


Pebbles- I'm excited you got such promising news! I hope the itching has resolved and doesn't lead to something else.


I have my anatomy scan on Monday, when I'll be 20+1. I'm excited to see the baby but still nervous about her health. And there's still that slight worry that the blood test wasn't correct. So I haven't really committed to it being a girl, and although I'm looking at nursery ideas, I haven't jumped on any yet. I'm hoping that the mental block will disappear after visual confirmation of a healthy baby girl. On a positive note- I can feel the baby quite often now :)

[XXforhubby]

Thanks ladies! I'm doing better. I'm still not back to 100%, but I'm getting there. I too, Temerity take my allergy medicine regularly, Zyrtec and my nasal spray, but it didn't stop my asthma from flaring up. The steroid I'm on, Budesonide, doesn't get into my blood ****** via inhaler or nose spray. It is the only one recommended in pregnancy and nursing because it doesn't get to the baby.

I'm probably going to have to go onto Singulair until I get past harvest. Right now, weeds and mold are high in the town I live in and harvest is just a few weeks away. I'm always bad this time of the year but usually weeds, mold, and harvest aren't all going at the same time :/.

I can't wait to get more updates from those having their scans! I love seeing cute babies!




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[fivebabies]

Hey Sunbunny, thanks for asking. Sorry, we've been super busy!

We are having another healthy boy! :) Let the shopping begin!

[Pebbles1012]

Fivebabies that's so amazing and to know he is healthy is the most important!!
Sorry to hear, xx and Temerity, having issues with asthma and allergies. Everyone else ok?
My chronic back issue is so bad. And a masseuse and chiropractor can't do anything for me.

[eleena2014]

Just under a week till our nxt scan. Not wanting to find out in the room so I will be asking them to write it in an envelope and I will be finding out in my own time.
I am not feeling sick anymore (yey) but on the down side I have been in chronic pain with toothache for 2 weeks.dentist said it was an infected wisdom tooth so I have just finished a course of penecillin but still getting bad toothache on and off.when I lie down the pain wakes me up in the night.which is whay I'm doing right now. It's 2.40am here and it's woken me up so had to take some painkillers. Got a review on wed so will see what she has to say then.

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[Temerity]

Oh geez Eleena that sounds awful! I hope you are able to get some relief soon. And please keep us updated on your scan <3

Pebbles, I'm sorry to hear that you are unable to successfully treat your back pain. Would a physical therapist be any better do you think?

Five- congrats on your healthy baby boy! He was surely meant to be a part of your family.

XX I hope the meds are working... I'm still laid low with this cold that's aggravating my asthma, but I'm hoping to be over it soon!

I had a minor disappointment today- my anatomy scan was rescheduled to Thursday due to a staff emergency. My oldest was so excited to see his sister today, but luckily we were able to scramble and set everything up so that he and DH can still be there for the scan. I'm finding that the catch-22 of finding out the sex early is that it leaves nothing to distract you from worrying over physical health issues at the anatomy scan. I'm just praying that all is growing well for my little babe.

[seabeewife]

I'm so excited! Had my scan today, and my baby boy is 100% healthy and perfect. My placenta previa is gone!!! I'm so excited to start working out again. I was doing 5 days a week before this little guy.

Just wanted to update :)

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[XXforhubby]

That is awesome news Seabee!! Woohoo! Do you have any pics to share?


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[seabeewife]

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[seabeewife]

Those were all they gave me.. he already had chubby cheeks. I'm in love!

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[XXforhubby]

So cute [emoji4]!! Those cheeks are going to get kissed a bunch I'm sure!!!


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[seabeewife]

I can't wait to kiss those cheeks! He's so active, just like DS2. I'll have double trouble.

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[Temerity]

Beautiful pics! So happy for you and your family :)

[Pebbles1012]

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It's a girl :) she was snuggling the umbilical cord.
I can't even believe it (a little alien looking at 17 weeks)

[kitkat18]

Yah!!!! Pebbles Xxx

[Temerity]

Congratulations Pebbles!

[XXforhubby]

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[Temerity]

Finally had my anatomy scan today! She's still healthy and still a girl :)

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[XXforhubby]

Yay, Temerity! Such a beautiful baby girl [emoji4]! Looks like she will be a snuggler!!


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[Pebbles1012]

Aww temerity! Your little girl looks so cute and chubby. Glad the scan went well.

[eleena2014]

It's another boy. We were both suprised to hear boy but we did try everything we could for a girl. Obviously I'm just meant to be a mum of boys lol

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[kitkat18]

Congrats eleena I'm sure he will be a much loved new addition X

[XXforhubby]

Congrats on your baby boy! I'm so sorry you didn't hear girl [emoji20]. Give yourself some time.

Huge hugs!!


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[Pebbles1012]

Congrats Eleena on a healthy baby boy. A brothers bond is like no other.

Is everyone now feeling flutters and kicks? A good feeling to know baby is doing ok.

[Sunbuny]

Congratulations Eleena.. I know you'll love your new addition. Are you feeling OK?

I'm feeling major kicks and punches now. This little one is my toughest baby yet! I think she's sucking the life out of me because I feel really exhausted most nights.

How is everybody going?


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[eleena2014]

I'm feeling a little disapointed. Just because I know I'll never get to do pink and glitter and sparkles.lol. but there only little for a short while and soon grow out of that don't they? My boys are very happy it's another boy lol. I'm feeling kicks and movement. Def another football player lol

[XXforhubby]

Hang in there Eleena. My heart goes out to you!! Hugs!

AFM- I'm feeling the baby move a lot, even thought placenta is in front (anterior). I can't believe I am 25 weeks already!!!


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[eleena2014]

Look at these cute fur booties I brought yesterday!! 26802

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[mommymachine]

They are so cute Eleena.

I am sorry you didn't hear pink, but I can tell you from experience, that there is something very special about that third little boy. I love all my babies equally of course but I am still (5 years later) more "mama bear" over him than any of the others!

[Sunbuny]

I love those chap booties! They are gorgeous!


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[XXforhubby]

I need to seriously reign in the eating! My appetite has finally increased and I don't want to gain too much weight. I haven't yet, but I will if I keep up eating like this! Looks like I'm back to working out tomorrow and walking the boys to parks nearby! Only 15 more weeks to go! I can't believe it [emoji4]!!


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[Sunbuny]

Lol... I'm sitting at the moment waiting for my decaf latte and and donuts to arrive. I've put on weight but I figure I'll lose my weight after. I'm being induced at around 38 weeks so only 13 weeks to go.. Eeekkk... So excited though!


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[XXforhubby]

Haha! Well you have two weeks less than me! Since I'm low risk they won't talk about inducing me until I go two weeks past my due date. I'm ok with that, but I am watching my weight.

DH wants to NTNP after this sweet boy is born and have better timed BDing when he is 4-5mo. Therefore, I don't want to have a ton to lose to prepare for another sway. We will see. I'm not stressing over though!

I can't believe we will be holding our babies soon [emoji4]!


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[Sunbuny]

That is awesome XX. So DH is onboard for swaying? What is NTNP?


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[XXforhubby]

That is awesome XX. So DH is onboard for swaying? What is NTNP?


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He only wants to keep doing BD every 4 days. I have to do the diet stealthily and that also means no opks or temping. Good news is he won't notice the diet changes since I'm known to diet and eat less when trying to lose the baby weight! Plus I still kind of eat the LE way while pregnant with only two small snacks if needed.

NTNP- not trying, not preventing


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[fivebabies]

This part of pregnancy is so boring ��

[XXforhubby]

Yep. Boring. Sigh.


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[Sunbuny]

[emoji4] I hear ya! I don't want to will time away but on the other hand [emoji53]

At least we're not sick anymore


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[XXforhubby]

Thank goodness the morning sickness is gone! Now the waiting begins....waiting for AF to start, waiting to ovulate, waiting to test, waiting to see the baby/heartbeat, waiting for the sickness to be over, and waiting to give birth.....waiting and more waiting haha!!!

At least patience is my virtue! I just noticed all the waiting we've had to do!!!


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[fivebabies]

Yes! At least the "morning" sickness is gone! I've done all the shopping I need to for this baby. One good thing is that I have 2 ultrasounds scheduled both in the next 4 weeks. Get extra since I'm of "advanced maternal age" ��

[XXforhubby]

Me too! I have my fourth scan on October 9th at 32 weeks!!


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[Sunbuny]

I've only had one "proper " scan at 20 weeks although I've had one every time visited my Dr as he has an ultrasound machine in his office. Hopefully I'll get one at 32 weeks too. I can't wait to see my baby again. The scans at the Dr's is the old-fashioned fuzzy type.


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[Pebbles1012]

I have my 20 week anatomy scan on Wednesday. Can't wait for peace of mind that baby is doing well.

[fivebabies]

Got to see my sweet baby again today! It amazes me every single time. I always get all teary eyed even though this is my 6th baby. I just love it! All looked good!

So interestingly enough he is still head down. My last 2 were breech and had to be delivered via c-section. I'm so tempted to try a vbac if he stays head down!! I doubt he will but the last 2 were breech well before this time. DH is scared to death that I'll rupture and doesn't want me to try. I haven't asked my Dr yet but what would you guy do??

[ELP]

five, just popping in here :) I'm due no11 in Feb, and the last one was c/s, I really want a vbac but having the same worries :) I am prett sure I will be insisting on having a try, I believe we would be closely monitored??

[fivebabies]

Yes for sure! But it still makes me nervous. I wonder if one delivery method or the other would prevent me from having anymore babies...?

[ELP]

Exactly:) In my head, if I opt for a c/s then that is it, I have handed myself and future over to the dictatorship of the medical profession, but if I insist and are fine then it is back in my hands. I looked up a study that found the percentages for rupture in grand multipa mothers to be as safe as lower numbers, if not lower, so I think I will just stand my ground a little and insist on trying, its just the first appointment I'm dreading, on the positive side it is the same consultant who performed the c/s who I will be seeing so hopefully who should at least be happy with his handy work and not frown at somebody elses work :)

Vaginal birth after cesarean section in grand multiparous women. - PubMed - NCBI (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15224215) incase you want a quick browse :)

[fivebabies]

Anybody else starting to get uncomfortable?

[XXforhubby]

Anybody else starting to get uncomfortable?

Yep. 28 weeks today and found out that instead of measuring right on target for dates, my belly is measuring 2.5 weeks ahead! No wonder why I'm uncomfortable- he's grown a ton in 4 weeks [emoji4][emoji16]!

How is everyone doing?


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[Sunbuny]

I've had a pretty rough week. Sunday night I only got 2 hours sleep which resulted in a sleep deprivation induced seizure. I didn't even feel it coming on. When I woke up I didn't even remember that I was pregnant [emoji17]

Thankfully my baby is well.

After 2 days in hospital I've been told not to return to work for a while and not to drive for 6 months.

I feel so lost [emoji21] I'm trying not to get depressed but it feels pretty hard not to get bogged down in the negatives. I'm also not sure if I should give breastfeeding another go now. I feel like I've lost alot of the joy I carried before.. I'm hoping as time passes I feel better. My baby deserves better than this.


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[XXforhubby]

Oh no Sunbuny! (((Huge hugs)))! Hang in there honey and just try to relax and take care of yourself.

Do you have a seizure disorder or is this new for you? The reason why I'm asking is I had a flurry of seizures 6 months before conceiving DS1. I had to be on meds, Keppra, and was able to get off of them and be cleared to TTC the month we conceived DS1.

I know you feel a wide range of emotions right now. Know you are a fantastic mother- things happen. You absolutely can breastfeed your little one if you want and feel that it won't cause too much stress for you. No matter what you chose- you will make the choice that is right for you and your baby.

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[Sunbuny]

Hi XX

Yes, I have epilepsy and I'm on keppra. They put me on keppra 1 day post partum with DS2 after I had a seizure whilst holding him. Luckily my DH was able to get him from my arms. It was working so well and I had so much hope but on think due to the fluctuating hormone levels weight gain the amount of meds was not enough anymore. They increased it again.

So far with each baby the hospitals have given my babies bottles whilst I've been unconscious. My DH doesn't even want me to try breastfeeding this time. I'm confused.

Wow, so you had seizures and they went away? What had caused them?


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[XXforhubby]

I'm so sorry Sunbuny! My heart breaks for you! I sure hope that the increase in dose will help. Are you on a higher dose of Folic acid? Most ladies with a seizure disorder need to be on 1000-4000mcg of Folic acid while pregnant/nursing. Also, have you tried Choline/Inositol? It is a supplement that helps regulate the neurotransmitters in your brain to be more stable in response to hormone fluctuations while pregnant and nursing. The dose is 500mg twice daily. I liked the Kal brand of Choline/Inositol because it is time released. These are also safe to take while on Keppra.

I experienced 10 seizures over 7 days and we could never find out why. I had stopped BCP that I had been on for 13 years. The Neurologist seemed to think that I was overly sensitive to the fluctuating hormones. Luckily, I have been seizure free but will NOT go on any form of BC ever again!!

Hugs sweetie! I hope you feel better soon. Please don't beat yourself up- you are a great mother!!


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[Sunbuny]

I've always taken a high dose of folic acid when TTC and when pregnant but have never heard of Choline or Inositol. I'll look into them. Thank you so much. It is such a relief to speak with somebody who understands


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[XXforhubby]

I've always taken a high dose of folic acid when TTC and when pregnant but have never heard of Choline or Inositol. I'll look into them. Thank you so much. It is such a relief to speak with somebody who understands


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No problem! If you can't find it in Australia, let me know. I can always order it here for you and ship it to you. We can work it out!!


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[Temerity]

Hi everyone! It's been a long time since I stopped by, but I still think of you all!

Sunbuny, that is so scary, I'm sorry that you have this uncertainty to deal with. Why does your DH not even want you to try breastfeeding?

I hope everyone else is doing ok. How is the nursery, if you're doing one, coming along?

[Sunbuny]

Hi Temerity, because sleep deprivation brings on seizures and he knows if the baby is bottle fed he can help out. After the birth of my first 2 I had seizures whilst breastfeeding at night or just as I was finishing. I probably will give it another go though.

I've stopped working now so starting to work on a nursery. Nothing major but still exciting [emoji4]

How is everybody else going? Not that long for us now XX!


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