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Charleee, I wrote on the other post about this but I too can't shake the feeling that we might not be done, or afraid that we are. Even having got our desired gender there is a part of me that is sad at the thought of never being pregnant again etc... It could just be hormones!? The only difference is that if we went for a fourth I really wouldn't care what we had. I don't think I'd want to find out.
How are you going? We are not getting much sleep here! Poppy doesn't like to sleep in her crib!
Morning ladies,
How is everyone today? We are okay here, although I am so sore down there. I have no idea what it is.... maybe pelvic pain with baby moving down? I can't recall having this sort of pain in my 1st pregnancy. It is difficult to describe, but it it feels sort of bruised and sore in the complete lower region. It is okay when I sit still, but when I am trying to get up or move (for example when sleeping), it hits me...
Sounds like pelvic gurdle pain, it's all the hormones loosening everything up for labour. Very helpful for birth, not so much for walking, sitting, anything else really! I have found a tight strap around my hip region helps.
I have a happy puker...she has been projectile vomiting the excess feeds, and it is scary after having a severe reflux baby with DS#2. She is already at 7lbs, her rate of growth is great and you would never guess all the issues we dealt with in this pregnancy.
Tree....I think it is preggo hormones effecting us all differently. I knew going into this pregnancy that it would be the last. With all the challenges throughout it, I realized that for our families best outcome, that it would most likely the last baby and pregnancy. I felt such guilt with DS2 that I felt any gender desire for a girl and did not put the value of enjoying what easily could have been the last pregnancy (DH would have been good with 2 children)....so this last pregnancy and baby was enjoyed as much as I could with the health concerns (esp. the 3% Downs comments by the specialists).
Gecon....round ligament all the way....getting in and out of bed was the worst!!! Just cry and don't worry what anyone thinks....or fall on the ice like I did so that the pain is just part of the larger picture. I think that it must have been more effective this pregnancy in loosening things as I got 2 pushes and baby was out!!!!!
Happy pixi....we have a silvery purple kitchen that I decided is going to turn into a photo gray this summer!! Lol, nesting hit me hard, but then when I fell on the ice, all I could do was boss hubby around, which did not work that well. What shade of purple are you thinking about????
Not sure, mentioned it to Mark and he said no! Lol! We will probably be selling next year so vivid colours seem to be a bad idea if about to put house on market :/
Need a project, just not sure what! Plus I can't over do it with the spazzy pelvis going on too, makes once simple tasks quite painful :/
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Pumpkin - Yeah, too early for potty shots, but that definitely looked girly! :)
Charlee - Yes, we are planning on #5...although the thought scares me out of my mind! A sweet friend of mine with BBGB just got pg with her 5th, so it will be fun to see 5 kiddos played out in front of me. Another good friend with GBG just found out she's preggo with #4, so I am lucky to be surrounded by big families! Not planning to sway, other than a few diet changes that I think helped me get preggo so fast this time. I also would love to not prevent (without trying) for 6 months or so, just to see if it would happen without my obsessing over it. We'll see! Right now I am honestly wondering how I will handle 4, but we both strongly feel that we are supposed to do this again (without HT, without swaying, without adopting...basically not controlling it so that God can do what He wants without my interfering)! Anyway, how about you? Will you sway for #4?
GeCon - Ugh, the pain sounds awful! Hope you are able to rest up a little or at least find a belt or something that helps!
Everyone else - Hi!
Well, I admit it. The gender obsessing is rearing it's ugly head for me. My brother in law and sister in law announced very dramatically that they are having a girl. They had an "It's a girl" helium balloon wrapped in a box and had my mother in law and father in law open it at the Christmas party. Everyone was over the top excited...and now I am 100% convinced I am having a boy. So is my husband! UGH. My other sister in law is also expecting. They will find out the same time as us. I just know they are going to have a girl too and I will be the only one having a boy. I even overheard relatives talking in the other room about how they just "know" I am going to have another boy. I was doing so well convincing myself I don't care about gender, but the announcement just really got to me. Sorry, just had to vent. It will be a long wait until Feb to find out what we are having!
I hope and pray that you have a pink bundle on board.....and can come up with an over the top way to announce her arrival!!! From the moment I told family and friends that we were expecting our last, I was told boy from all family members and a majority of friends. It made me both sad and mad that they were saying what they were without thinking of how I would feel...all I wanted was my last to be welcomed with the same excitement that his oldest brother had back 5+ years ago!!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by TTCPink
I hope I make sense....newborn and tired momma here....which will be you next summer!!! I forgot how snuggly they are and now truly tired I could be nursing through the night!!!!
TTCPink, I am so sorry you are going through this. I am so annoyed at people's comments about the gender. It is none of their business. And you still have every chance of this little one being a girl. And even if it wasn't, there is NOTHING WRONG with same gender siblings. I wish other people (outsiders, not us mums ;)) would stop obsessing and giving their opinion. *Big hugs*
Sorry your little one is a bit of a puker, Iloveladybugs. Glad her weight is keeping well though. Hoping it eases for you both soon.
Thehappypixi, I so badly want to decorate. And Declutter. And declutter some more, but am at the in-law's place for the moment - so much stuff I could quite happily have sent to the dump but can't touch. One day...
Gecon, I hope your pain eases soon one way or another - on the home stretch now, yay!
TTCpink, how insensitive! I can't believe people do this sort of thing, family of all people, and are happy to do so. You're still in the game for your little pink bundle... *bighug*
Hoping everyone else is well.
This morning's ultrasound went well, albeit fast. Note to self: scans at 11am are very uneventful. Baby's naptime again! My due date has been skipped ahead a couple of days to 24th June, so 14 weeks tomorrow (which is also step brother-in-law's birthday). Measuring at 8.4cm CTR. Strange how much baby's forehead shape has changed so much in a week.
Couldn't see anything of gender during the ultrasound. Scanned in one of the photos in which I think I might just see something gender related but not too sure:
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Oh TTCPink that all sounds so insensitive and unbearable! I'm not sure I would have lasted the party :(
Hope once all the family pressure is off you can relax and enjoy either way in the new year xxx
TTCPink - I am so sorry people are being so insensitive. It absolutely amazes me the things that come out of people's mouths! I have had a lot of people assume I'm having another boy, and I just so wish I could say, "No, actually, this one's a girl!" One day...but I know that once he's here, I won't be able to imagine him not being a part of our family! You have no reason to believe that you're not having a girl...just try to take comfort in that!
Ladybugs - Rest up when you can, and enjoy that sweet baby girl!
Bunny - I can't really see anything in that pic...what is your hunch? Will you have another after this? I remember you mentioning that you were older, and I couldn't remember your plans. :) I am 36, and will be pushing 38 before I will be able to TTC again, but still planning to!
Thanks girls. I am feeling a little better about it now. I guess what upsets me is the most is that I feel like it is a disappointment for some of our family if this baby is not a girl. Every baby is such a blessing and deserves to be celebrated. I know if it's a boy everyone will love him to pieces when he gets here, but it just really annoys me how much emphasis everyone is putting on the gender this time because I have two boys.
To all of those who celebrate Christmas...Merry Christmas! :heart: Have a wonderful time celebrating with family and friends!
That's exactly how I felt! I wasn't necessarily disappointed at having another boy but my family was OBVIOUSLY disappointed, which fueled my gd greatly... but I'm here to tell you that I wouldn't trade this little man for any girl in the world! I am SO glad hes a boy and I have zero regrets :) I would still love to have a daughter, but if it's not in the cards then so be it.... You will be so in love no matter what gender. :)Quote:
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Fwiw, your reaction will speak volumes to everyone else!
Merry Christmas to all my lovely GD ladies! Whatever you do, don't have a baby today or tomorrow! LOL
I have another scan in the beginning of February. I have 3 photos for this scan in total, but the other two manage to have even less detail than this one!Quote:
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I think I can see two, small white lines if you zoom into this picture, but not wanting to read anything into it either way. Just wondered if I'm the only one who sees them and what they think.
Merry Christmas to you all from the UK. Have a lovely time, be safe and best wishes for 2014! xxx
TTCPink - I totally understand the family emphasizing gender...mine have done the same in the past. Not this time, though...I waited till we knew it was a boy before even telling them we were pregnant! Haha! But, in all seriousness, family's reactions make it sooo hard...I am so sorry you're dealing with this. :(
Bunny - I can't really zoom in, so I don't see anything, but if you see something, you never know! FWIW, I saw two small white lines on one of my little guys' pics, thought it could be the nub, but it was actually his spine. If the lines are lower, I would think spine, if they are higher, I would think possibly nub. :)
Merry Christmas, everyone!
Merry Christmas everyone. Hope everyone is having a lovely time with their families.
Bunny, I could see the two lines before even reading your post. I am not great at nub guessing, but for what it is worth I think girl.
Thanks all! I daren't start jumping up and down yet, but is nice that I'm in with a chance of having a little girl.
GeCon would it be possible when you have timeto change my due date to 24th June x
I'm not sure I believe it yet girls but here is my ic test taken this morning. 14 dpo. I haven't seen. A test this dark since a opk! Attachment 15906
Merry Christmas to all!! I'm
Still in shock!
That looks fantastic sunflower. Stick, baby, stick!
Woohoo, Sun. Stick, little Christmas surprise, stick! That is one strong dark line, I am so thrilled for you.
Bunny, changed your EDD.
Sun that line is so strong today!! Stick, baby, stick!! So happy for you!! Xxx
Sunflower.....that is one nice dark line....praying for your sticky bean and a Christmas miracle like no other!!!!!!!
Bunnywabbit....I don't now much about nubs, but you have one cute baby!!!!!
Sorry for the lack of personals....finally have a second hand to type as she is in a sling, otherwise we are a snuggling duo!
Ooo congrats Sunflower! Coe on little beany!
What sling have you got bug? I'm a bit obsessed, I have about 10! Just bought a new Oscha sling with dragons on ;D
It is a Peanut shell one...cute, but I think that my Moby wrap is better by far! I like having her snuggled up on me, right now she is laying up high on my chest and my laptop is low on my lap to type.
I am content with her being my last baby......I came to peace during this pregnancy with all the concerns about her health. I know that this next year will pass quickly and I want to make sure I savour what I know will never be happening again.
Sunflower....I am keeping it all crossed for you.....that is way darker than my tests were by 15 dpo. :)
Eeee Sunflower!! I hope this is it for you & you have a lovely little pink sticky bean on board! That sure is one strong line for 14dpo, none of mine have ever been that dark. I'm keeping my fingers & toes crossed for you :D
Bunnywabbit, I'm sorry I'm no good with nubs either but you certainly have one cute baby! I can't believe how far on you are, time's flying!
Ladybugs, I just got my first fabric sling & absolutely love it. I have a liberty sling (made in the UK) & can't believe how comfy it is! Isaac loves being in it too. He's feeding very well, although I've had a few problems this week getting him to latch on just right leaving me with a sore nipple. The Lansinoh ointment is brilliant though & I'm through the worst of it.
I think I have found one pro of c-sections over a natural birth :) It's a lot messier IYKWIM after a natural birth as the docs must clean the uterus out pretty well with a section! I think things have finally begun to tail off now.
I'm so in love with my little boy & don't want to put him down. He's sleeping really well, waking around 11pm, 3am then 7am. He's just growing up too quickly! We're sleeping in the front room still as our boiler's not being replaced until 6th January :( It's cosy in front of the woodburner but I miss my bed!
Hope everyone's well & had a lovely Christmas. :heart:
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Dreamofpink.....nice sling!! I went over and check out their site...what a selection! I found that it was easier just to carry her...maybe I am doing it wrong. Or maybe the boobs are too big....that is what I am thinking, although they are doing their job with the nursing.
I have to agree that is one of the bonuses of a section vs. vag. birth....but I do feel that this is the lightest post birth flow.
Hearing you ladies talk about slings makes me really look forward to using ours again. DH and I both loved baby-wearing DS1 and he just loved the closeness too. We have a Close Baby Carrier (I think it is called Caboo now) and a Rose and Rebellion one (a UK brand). I prefer these types to the wraps as I am useless with wraps and you can pretty much just put these ones on. I tried different wraps too, but discovered that I am just not too good with them.
Good morning ladies!!! Here is my FMU digi at 15 dpo! Stick baby!!!
Meek how are you feeling? Haven't seen you post in awhile!
I have a Moby wrap I used for ds3. I wish I bought one when I had the other boys. It is awesome and a lifesaver at times!
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Congrats, Sunflower!
Whoop sunflower! Nothing beats reading it on one of those fancy tests ;D
Loving all the sling love! This is my eldest in my first sling, a moby wrap
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And my youngest about 18 months in a rainbow Girasol
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Can't wait to wrap up my new squish!
This is me now, getting bigger :D
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Just catching up with this thread, sun amazing news!! Congratulations I'm so happy it's showing on a digi and the line yesterday was sooooo dark! SEE, SEE WHAT RASPBERRY LEAF DOES??? Woohoooo!!! Thrilled to have this as my first catch up news.Quote:
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Sorry I've been so busy with family and visitors and went right from being sick (gastritis) to Christmas craziness.
I'm well. 37 days to baby! Guess I should pack a bag soon!!
Sun Just catching up with this thread, sun amazing news!! Congratulations I'm so happy it's showing on a digi and the line yesterday was sooooo dark! SEE, SEE WHAT RASPBERRY LEAF DOES??? Woohoooo!!! Thrilled to have this as my first catch up news.
Sorry I've been so busy with family and visitors and went right from being sick (gastritis) to Christmas craziness.
I'm well. 37 days to baby! Guess I should pack a bag soon!!
Dream, Charlee, and Ladybugs, so glad to hear those sweet little newborns are all doing well! Enjoy. :heart:
Happy pixi.....you are so adorable in how "big" you are.......so cute!!!!!!! I wish I looked like that preggo....and with the wraps/slings....your babies look cozy...time to take out the moby here!!!
TTCPink...soon enough you will have a tiny wee bundle to hold....that is what I kept on telling myself when we were waiting to tcc....that Oct. 2012 would be here before I knew it...the thing is that 2013 is almost over.....and 2014 is gearing up to be one awesome year!! How are you feeling????