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Post by marygracerich on Jan 15, 2018 8:12:15 GMT -6
I’m waiting for MH to finish taking out the trash. Then I am going to get my shoes on and head out for a pedicure. This is the first time I am going out on my own since the baby was born. I may stop at Tim’s get myself some coffee too.
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Post by flippinchica on Jan 15, 2018 8:12:52 GMT -6
DS has his first pedi and his orthopedic appointment this afternoon. I'm curious about his weight. They are predicting freezing rain tomorrow so I am bracing for daycare to be closed
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Post by tiffbabey on Jan 15, 2018 8:28:27 GMT -6
DS woke up before 4 this morning vomiting. Ugh I was really hoping to avoid the stomach bug this year. He’s gotten it at least once every winter though. And my husband and I always end up getting it. I have 22 days of work left if I make it to February vacation and I have a hard time calling out, which I’ve had to do this year more than ever already. And I’m worried about how to manage GD with a stomach bug if I end up get with it.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2018 8:34:55 GMT -6
So far I’ve organized as much as I could of this baby’s dresser. I don’t think he needs clothes until he’s like 5. I’m hoping to get to my sewing projects before my NST at 2.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2018 8:36:05 GMT -6
tiffbabey get yourself a mask to wear, wear disposable gloves and Lysol everything. I’d also lean on your H to do as much with DS as possible to limit your exposure.
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Post by marygracerich on Jan 15, 2018 9:58:43 GMT -6
I’m getting a pedicure. I am out of the house alone. MH is Home with both kiddos. This is nice. 😊
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Post by yellow711 on Jan 15, 2018 10:13:35 GMT -6
DD's school/daycare and my work are closed today. I was considering taking her to a movie but it is snowing and cold outside - just don't want to deal with that.
But now I need to figure out things to do inside that don't include a million hours of screen time.
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Post by cake on Jan 15, 2018 10:47:42 GMT -6
It’s my first day of maternity leave and I’ve done nothing this morning. It’s amazing. I’m so much less uncomfortable than I was last last week while working. Less then 2 weeks to go, hoping the baby isn’t late because I might get sick of doing nothing...
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Post by sweetsurprise on Jan 15, 2018 11:28:47 GMT -6
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Post by aprilz81 on Jan 15, 2018 11:51:19 GMT -6
Today's NST looked good, and we will be meeting Faith no later than Tuesday, Jan 23rd. My cervix still isn't favorable so I couldn't talk my doctor into doing it any earlier. I am barely dilated 1 cm but at least it is a start! I have another appointment on Monday for a cervical check, if my cervix is still stubborn I will go to the hospital that night for Cervadil and a foley bulb, if it is favorable we will go Tuesday morning. I can make it that long... I think. lol
We did get our pack n play set up last night. It took way longer than it should have, the instructions weren't super clear so we had some trouble but we finally got it figured out.
I'm thinking of making some cookies this weekend for the nurse's station, with Ava we stopped at a local gourmet cookie place and they were running a sale of individually wrapped cookies (which are really good) a box of like 2-4 dozen for $25-30 and they were a big hit with the nurses. But it is cheaper to make them if I have the energy...
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Post by amesie on Jan 15, 2018 11:56:06 GMT -6
This prodromal labor crap is for the birds 😑 ... I’m sitting on edge just waiting for these contractions to pick up but NEWP. Still at around every 10 minutes ugh. Everything I read on prodromal labor is that it usually means fast and easier delivery 👍🏻🤞🏻 I could go for one of those.... especially since N’s labor was 18 hours + 1.5hrs of pushing.
I fully intend to ask for a membrane sweep tomorrow at my apt tomorrow. Maybe that’ll kick this into high gear.
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Post by marygracerich on Jan 15, 2018 11:57:37 GMT -6
My babies
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Post by snowyowl on Jan 15, 2018 11:57:50 GMT -6
I was rushing to turn on my car because I wanted it to be warm for DS when I put him in, and I tripped and fell on my stomach. Good thing DH was here because I handled it super well by completely panicking and having a meltdown. Managed to get a grip and call the doctor, which is apparently open today. Waiting for them to call me back and let me know if I have to do anything besides pay attention to pain and movement. My knees are a disaster and my stomach doesn’t hurt, so I think it was probably less of a direct hit than I thought.
Confession: I’m really annoyed because I was on my way to my mom’s house when it happened so I had to tell her. She’s crazy overprotective about me carrying things and walking and generally existing, so this is going to come up a million times in the next five weeks 🙄
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Post by aprilz81 on Jan 15, 2018 11:59:31 GMT -6
I was rushing to turn on my car because I wanted it to be warm for DS when I put him in, and I tripped and fell on my stomach. Good thing DH was here because I handled it super well by completely panicking and having a meltdown. Managed to get a grip and call the doctor, which is apparently open today. Waiting for them to call me back and let me know if I have to do anything besides pay attention to pain and movement. My knees are a disaster and my stomach doesn’t hurt, so I think it was probably less of a direct hit than I thought. Confession: I’m really annoyed because I was on my way to my mom’s house when it happened so I had to tell her. She’s crazy overprotective about me carrying things and walking and generally existing, so this is going to come up a million times in the next five weeks 🙄 Oh no! I'm sure everything is okay, but I would be petrified! All the snow and ice we've had the past week or so has made me terrified of falling...
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Post by marygracerich on Jan 15, 2018 12:10:36 GMT -6
I am definitely winning. I am now laying in bed. MH is encouraging me to take a nap. 😊
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Post by bassa on Jan 15, 2018 12:12:09 GMT -6
snowyowl Oh man, I’m so sorry you fell! How scary! But sounds like your knees took the brunt of it, so I’m sure everything is just fine. 🙂
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Post by sparky85 on Jan 15, 2018 12:23:36 GMT -6
DD is now 5lbs and we have been told that she will be discharged tomorrow so long as nothing changes! She will be 36 weeks adjusted tomorrow at 41 days old. I'm so proud of my little feisty "overachiever"
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Post by amesie on Jan 15, 2018 12:27:30 GMT -6
Ahh sparky85 she’s precious. So happy you might be able to take her home tomorrow!!
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jan 15, 2018 12:30:51 GMT -6
So sorry to hear about your fall snowyowl! That is very scary, I fell down the stairs near the end of my pregnancy with DS and the OB had me go in to L&D for some monitoring and everything was fine! I hope you are feeling baby move to reassure you!
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Post by flippinchica on Jan 15, 2018 13:34:31 GMT -6
amesie, it worked for me. With DS1 my labor was well over 24 hours. This time with all the prodromal labor I woke up at 11 with contractions and he was born at 4. So in the end worth it but totally frustrating at the time.
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Post by amesie on Jan 15, 2018 13:40:32 GMT -6
amesie, it worked for me. With DS1 my labor was well over 24 hours. This time with all the prodromal labor I woke up at 11 with contractions and he was born at 4. So in the end worth it but totally frustrating at the time. how long did your prodromal labor last for? I’m glad to hear you had a shorter labor!!
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Post by flippinchica on Jan 15, 2018 13:52:02 GMT -6
amesie, it worked for me. With DS1 my labor was well over 24 hours. This time with all the prodromal labor I woke up at 11 with contractions and he was born at 4. So in the end worth it but totally frustrating at the time. how long did your prodromal labor last for? I’m glad to hear you had a shorter labor!! Off and on a little over a week. The first regular contractions were Friday (at 39 weeks) and he was born the next Sunday (on Edd)
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Post by benandjerrys on Jan 15, 2018 13:57:06 GMT -6
That is so scary snowyowl. I'm glad you called your OB. I'm sure its fine but it would be good to get checked out. sparky85, I'm so excited for you. She's adorable and she really is an overachiever.
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Post by benandjerrys on Jan 15, 2018 14:00:07 GMT -6
My mom decided to drive down tonight because we're supposed to get a storm tomorrow. So at my chiropractor this morning I told them to go ahead and do their natural induction stuff. I thought they would just do a few different adjustments but it was basically all different than normal. She said she's had moms whose water broke right there on the table! But often it takes a few sessions of natural induction. Then I came home, went for a long walk with H and DD, then had ST while DD was napping. So FX this helps everything get moving! So far - nothing.
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Post by amesie on Jan 15, 2018 14:04:38 GMT -6
how long did your prodromal labor last for? I’m glad to hear you had a shorter labor!! Off and on a little over a week. The first regular contractions were Friday (at 39 weeks) and he was born the next Sunday (on Edd) oh man. I realize it’s all anecdotal, but if I have to go a week like this I might cry 😩 😩 maybe the membrane sweep tomorrow will help
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2018 14:07:30 GMT -6
I’m sorry for the fall snowyowl. Hopefully your ob can reassure you everything is ok.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2018 14:08:32 GMT -6
Ugh baby boy didn’t want to cooperate for the Nst so they made me drink juice. Hopefully it doesn’t screw up my sugar too much. And apparently I had contractions and didn’t know it. I feel like contractions at 34 is too early so now I’m afraid he’s going to be early.
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Post by pinkcat on Jan 15, 2018 14:40:47 GMT -6
So many babies born this weekend- I love it! Hope you are all doing well! snowyowl Ouch!! And I know exactly what you mean about your mom- mine is the same way and I'd dread telling her. Hugs!
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Post by pinkcat on Jan 15, 2018 14:42:22 GMT -6
pinkcat I like the snoo but so far it isn't quite a miracle worker. He seems to sleep just as well in the mamaroo (which I got for $60 at a consignment sale). I think it is partly because he has his days and nights mixed up. Sorry I didn't answer on Friday. I was in clogged duct hell No need to say sorry, I wasn't expecting an answer since I know you have your hands full with a new squish Thanks for the update- sorry to hear it's not working out as well as expected though! Hopefully it becomes the miracle worker we are hoping for!
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Post by helloerrbody on Jan 15, 2018 14:44:27 GMT -6
amesie, sorry that you're still stuck in a holding pattern. FX the membrane sweep does the trick! marygracerich, your babies are absolutely breath-taking. SO SO SWEET! snowyowl, I am so sorry for your fall! Keep us updated - will be thinking of you and baby. sparky85, YAY!!! Amazing news! Strong little girl (and mama)!
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