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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/13/2008 3:27:29 PM   
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My goodness, Donna! You poor thing!! I'd tell you to remember your acidophilus, but you're not likely to forget!!

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/13/2008 3:43:27 PM   
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LOL, no, I haven't forgotten.

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/13/2008 3:46:14 PM   
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I'm here!! It's so nice to be thought of. Hubby's worked at home till mid afternoon and that takes precedence. No other bleeding. Not even a hint of it since that squirt last night. I wasn't too concerned since I wasn't cramping and it was brown. I rested last night and am taking it easier today. Asking hubby to do more. I guess I figure I am not as pregnant as I am. I am trying to prove too much. That I can be super pregnant woman (although I am sure I will be that at the end, although not by movement, just by size.) Anyway. I tried to pick Nadia up yesterday and I strained. I was on my feet all day yesterday and I think my body was just saying "You need to slow down". So I am. No other problems. Hubby and I are keeping away from 'that' for a bit too. But everything seems fine. Baby has been telling me he's fine too.

Erin, it was around this time last month that I was plagued by nightmares for about a week. So much so I told my midwife at my next appt. It was bad. End of world kind of stuff. I still remember the feelings. It must be hormones. Or horror-mones, if you ask me.

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/13/2008 3:50:06 PM   
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Glad to hear everything's fine, Kathryn!

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/13/2008 3:50:27 PM   
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quote:

It must be hormones. Or horror-mones, if you ask me.
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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/13/2008 4:42:19 PM   
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Glad everything is ok Kathryn

I had an appointment today. I *love* my doctor now
I took in my birthplan for him to go over - it had things like being able to eat and drink during labor, having a hep-lock placed but not an IV unless it becomes an emergency, pushing when I saw fit (not on demand!) and laboring/delivering in the position I felt most comfortable in at the time - he read through everything, discussed a couple "what if" scenarios with me, then signed it and told me he would fully support it
I asked him what happens if I go into labor and he isn't working and he said to tell the nurses to page him because he tries very hard to be there for all his patients and he would come in for the delivery if he could!!

The stitch pulling he said isn't a concern - just if there is blood or if it doesn't stop when I lay down.

Eight weeks to go!!!

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/13/2008 4:45:36 PM   
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Glad to hear all of it, Jess! Make sure you bring a copy of your birth plan with you to the hospital also.

Wow...so many moving up the list...it'll be my turn before I know it!


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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 1:14:54 AM   
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I'm really sad, upset, hurt, frustrated and angry.

At my mother.

We had it planned for her to come a few days before Jer returned to work to stay for a week or two and help out.

Due to being looking for a job, while working a job that she doesn't really like but helps pay the bills and paying off their bankruptcy they have decided that they cannot afford her coming out. Even if we pay for the trip. It just isn't good timing for them.

I'm so upset that it's ridiculous and I feel silly but I was really looking forward to her coming out. Not just for the help but to spend time with her and my daughter!

ugh. this sucks big time. And it's compounded by Jeremy not even having the option of his mom coming out because she's dead. Dead and will never meet her granddaughter and this just sucks. I hate tonight.

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 4:53:24 AM   
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hi Brandy

Sorry you've had this disappointment, but hey, though the help (and attention) would be nice, it's not vital, and you will manage just fine with just you and your dh. Plenty of us do.

Try not to define your worth by how important you seem to other people - define your worth by who you are in Christ. He will *never* let you down or disappoint you and will *always* have time for you.

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 6:57:36 AM   
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(((hugs))) That sucks Brandy. I would be super bummed too if my mom couldn't come out for a birth.
I'm sorry she can't come.
You'll be okay though, you really will. You will be an awesome Mama.
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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 7:50:11 AM   
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(((((((((Brandy)))))))))

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 10:01:04 AM   
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((Brandy)) That sucks BIG TIME!!!

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 10:39:30 AM   
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Brandy I am sorry you are feeling hurt at the moment
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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 1:10:22 PM   
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Brandy - I'm sorry!!
My little brother was going to come out for three weeks this summer after the baby was born, but now he's decided he wants a new iPod, so he's spending his money on that instead
I was so excited to have him come - and the thought of having him here to play with and wear out Judah was *very* exciting! - so I understand a little the bummed-out-ed-ness you are feeling!!
(((hugs)))

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 1:54:45 PM   
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Donna, I hope you feel better soon - that's just way to much going on at once (even if you weren't pg)!

Brandy, I'm sorry about your mom. Do you have some friends near by who can help when your little one comes?

Well, this isn't really a big deal, but is just aggravating. We have some old "junk" we need to get rid of (broken dresser, broken grill, etc.). So I made an appt with a company to come out and haul it off - dh won't get around to it and I'd like it done before the baby comes. Anyway, we set it up for 1:30. I had my water aerobics until 1pm. When I got home they had come early and LEFT because I wasn't here yet. I called and they want to reschedule for Friday, but I really just want it done b/c who knows how long I have. I told him I didn't want to wait - they said MAYBE they'll be able to come back later today... What is the point of an appointment if they can just come whenever they want and leave if you're not there?

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 2:01:20 PM   
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thanks ladies for the support. I cried myself to sleep last night and really freaked out Jer. So we are going out to lunch today and getting my glider from babies r us and I will just relax and take it easy.

Lily - we have no family here.. and really no support group locally. I have 'friends' through work but that's about it. It's really hitting me that we are on our own for this and it's just not what I expected.

I can tell you though that this will push me to get into mommy and me and breastfeeding groups after she's here.

We have our BF class tonight and I may sign up for more stuff while there. I hope this instructor isn't crazy like the DVD lady...

Midwife today laughed when she saw me, she wasn't supposed to see me due to their scheduling and yet there she was. I like her alot and hope she's there for my delivery. There are 3 full times and 3 part times and I really don't care bottom line who attends but I like Shadman the best so far, she makes me laugh at myself alot. Did the dreaded Strep swab today. ew.

Little one did not want her heart heard so we watched her swish around and you could hear her moving. Was neat. Then she gave up and we got her heart rate and all is well. Now starts weekly visits. She's almost here. She's almost here. She's almost here. ack. and yay.

CVS has Huggies brand wipes on sale.. 70-80ct for 1.99 of the Sensitive and Newborn and 2 or 3 other kinds. I stocked up. and got a few more packs of diapers in the NOT newborn size.

I'm hungry!!!

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 2:02:36 PM   
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lily I meant to say..

We had junk removal scheduled once and the same thing happened. I called and ended up crying on the phone (lots of stress from moving) and the poor guy felt bad and made a special trip just for me. It was awesome of him and I called his manager to praise him. I hope they can come today!!

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 2:12:02 PM   
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Thanks, Brandy - me too. I was just annoyed that he didn't apologize or anything. They actually seemed annoyed with me for not being here at 1pm when it was scheduled for 1:30. Oh well.

We don't have any family around here either, so I know how you feel in regards to being on your own to raise kids. I would be sad too if no one was making the trip once the baby is born. How about church? I'll bet some people would be willing to help (even just to bring over some food). The people at my church have really been great, but I know it takes awhile to really get to know people. I was going there for about a year before I really felt I had some friends there.

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 2:24:41 PM   
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I need some advice...I just got asked to be a bridesmaid for one of my very good friends. Her wedding will be the very end of October or very beginning of November. Baby will be here by then, but how in the world do I pick a dress size?

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 2:26:41 PM   
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I would probably go atleast a size or two bigger but in a style that can be altered down if need be.

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 2:59:36 PM   
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Lily - we have no family here.. and really no support group locally. I have 'friends' through work but that's about it. It's really hitting me that we are on our own for this and it's just not what I expected.


It's really not as hard as you're probably thinking it'll be. Just after we had Hannah, Joel was set to go to Austin (when we still lived in NJ) for a work conference. The thought of being home with a newborn *alone* totally freaked me out! So we arranged for my dad and sister to fly out from CA to help. While Joel was gone I remember thinking, that though it was nice to have them there, that I wished I'd not invited them. I just felt a pressure to 'entertain' them and I didn't feel like doing that at all!

After we moved to TX and got pg with Jael we arranged for my sister to watch Hannah while I was in labor with Jael...that was all we required of her. We didn't have her stay at our house for a week or two...in fact she would just stop by after work for a few minutes at a time...that was it.

Like Manda said, you really will amaze yourself at the fortitude that you and your husband will have when it comes to parenting a new wee one. Just make sure that you sleep when the baby's sleeping and let your church friends or work friends or whomever you can ask bring you food for lunches and dinners for the first few weeks after the baby is born. Other than that, it's pretty much gravy, imo.

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 3:48:10 PM   
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((Brandy))
I'll give you my help!! I am a weird one, I don't want anyone's help. I want my dh and I to experience it on our own. Afterall we are the ones that moved away from family! That being said, I am also fortunate enough that my in laws will be here. I love my inlaws, they are my second set of parents, but I wish they wouldn't be here. I don't want to hurt their feelings though, cause I know they are just so excited and I don't want to take away their excitement. My dh said he will set the ground rules for them, and their jobs are to cook and clean and let us deal with the baby, and if we need or want help we will ask. So I am hoping it all goes okay. I am trying to figure out if it will be rude to ask them to come once we are home from the hospital. They want to be here while I am in labor...that gives me anxiety!!

So if I could, I would give you my in laws for a week...

I should say on the same hand as I just typed that, I am sad that my parents won't get to see the little guy for several weeks. But I don't want my parents feeling obligated to come...so who knows! I am all over the place with what I think.

Right now, I feel as though I am in denial over having a baby. I mean I know he is in me, and all but that just isn't getting me motivated to get prepared, I have a stack of books I need to start reading, and have no motivation...all I want to do is sleep.

My pain is still there, not quite as bad, just can't lift my legs to put pants on or spread my legs to far apart. I am counting down to Tuesday when I have physical therapy again.

Brandy - have fun at your class tonight!

Lily - I have never understood the appt thing either, even when it comes to getting your cable hooked up or phone lines...it seems they make a time slot for you but never come then. Go figure! I am hoping they are there right now picking up your stuff!! Way to be knocking things off your to do list!!

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 3:48:50 PM   
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quote:

Did the dreaded Strep swab today. ew.


I went yesterday for the GBS swab. The nurse handed me a swab, told me to go in the bathroom, use it to wipe front to back, put it in the tube, and give it back. It took less than ten minutes from the time I got to the office, did the test, paid my $20 and left. That was not what I was expecting at all.

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 3:58:30 PM   
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Kim, you're right. That's a great attitude to have.

Kristin, I'm glad the pain is a little better and hope it keeps mending! Don't worry about your motivation - if you want to sleep, sleep!! I'm still hoping the people will call and come by today...

Emily, that is weird, although a lot of people might prefer doing their own in private anyway. BTW, praying for you and Chris with the job situation. ... and I'm glad you're back. (((hugs)))

Brandy, what in the world is on that cat's head? LOL

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RE: '08 Pregnancy support thread...part 3 - 5/14/2008 4:25:55 PM   
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Okay, they are coming out tomorrow at 2. I hope they don't get here way early again b/c I have my OB appt at 11am. Should give me plenty of time...

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