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Post by cornflakegirl on Feb 6, 2018 9:45:58 GMT -6
kaeguri I'm sorry, I hope you feel better soon. Did you give your OB a call? ETA: tag fail
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Post by cara on Feb 6, 2018 9:51:49 GMT -6
I'm sad I didn't save Starbucks for today. I could use the extra pick me up. Tea doesn't sound good and the coffee here sucks. DS1 has been so damn cute and happy the last few days, it's making melt. Some days I wonder how I'm going to love another child as much as him. That might make me a terrible mom, but it's true. There's not much cuter than a toddler saying good morning, please, thank you, and you're welcome. He was going through a book with animals this morning and said camel and snake too. It's amazing how quickly they pick up new words. I've had thoughts like this, too. DS is so dang sweet and cute (most of the time). Then I find myself panicking about how I would handle a child that wasn't that way. Then I feel like a horrible parent.
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Post by ohreally on Feb 6, 2018 10:18:08 GMT -6
I'm sad I didn't save Starbucks for today. I could use the extra pick me up. Tea doesn't sound good and the coffee here sucks. DS1 has been so damn cute and happy the last few days, it's making melt. Some days I wonder how I'm going to love another child as much as him. That might make me a terrible mom, but it's true. There's not much cuter than a toddler saying good morning, please, thank you, and you're welcome. He was going through a book with animals this morning and said camel and snake too. It's amazing how quickly they pick up new words. I've had thoughts like this, too. DS is so dang sweet and cute (most of the time). Then I find myself panicking about how I would handle a child that wasn't that way. Then I feel like a horrible parent. I went to Sunday school with my four year old the other day and a couple of the other kids in there were so rotten. I just don't know what I would do if they were my kids. I definitely wouldn't be having a fourth if my kids acted like that! We just really lucked out in that department. I give my husband all the credit. I was still throwing tantrums in public when I was old enough to remember doing it. I was no angel.
Don't get me wrong, they have their moments but they are few and far between compared to the stories I hear. But I'm keeping my eye on number 3. So far he's shown the most tendencies for acting out and being destructive. But he's only 15 months so part of it is his age and he just requires more attention right now.
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Post by vvvvvfee on Feb 6, 2018 11:10:31 GMT -6
I'm on edge that I'm starting to get the flu. Sore throat got so bad last night that I woke up and couldn't go back to sleep. Then I took a nap, which rarely happens unless I'm sick, and I woke up aching all over and burning hot and shivering. No fever though. My appetite is gone. I've had 3 eggs today, and some steamed broccoli and white rice. Is echinacea safe to drink as a tea while pregnant? Google is giving me varying answers. Not sure about echinacea, but please call your doctor. CDC is recommending that pregnant women take Tamiflu. Hope you feel better soon. +1 but i would go to your regular doctor to get tested for the flu and/or strep throat. i would avoid echinacea, although i'm skeptical that it is actually effective. my OB has said that regular herbal teas are fine (peppermint, chamomile, tazo passion...), but to avoid stuff that is marketed as medicinal (throat coat, etc.) hope you are feeling better soon.
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Post by sasam on Feb 6, 2018 11:17:26 GMT -6
Hope you feel better soon kaeguri! Oof, starting the process of looking for a daycare. My initial first choice based on recommendations from some friends is only accepting waitlist names for 2019 right now. I’m not even 12 weeks yet and already feel like I should have started this search sooner! 😲
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Post by kaeguri on Feb 6, 2018 11:48:38 GMT -6
Thanks all. Woke up feeling better today, sore throat is still there but I'm leaning more toward allergies than anything viral or bacteria, judging by the way I'm sneezing my brains out. I think the sore throat is from the dry air. Thanks Arizona. Still no fever, so I'm going to wait on calling my dr I think.
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Post by catladymeow on Feb 6, 2018 12:33:03 GMT -6
kaeguri glad you are feeling better. My doctor called and my initial first tri blood work showed an elevated risk for down syndrome (1/294...normal is 1/325) so I have to get referred to a special clinic where they do another NT scan and more blood work and then figure out if I should go for an amnio. My doctor said not to panic but of course this is all I can think about.
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Post by potatocakes on Feb 6, 2018 13:14:49 GMT -6
kaeguri glad you are feeling better. My doctor called and my initial first tri blood work showed an elevated risk for down syndrome (1/294...normal is 1/325) so I have to get referred to a special clinic where they do another NT scan and more blood work and then figure out if I should go for an amnio. My doctor said not to panic but of course this is all I can think about. Remember that the blood work is not diagnostic, and just helps point towards a possible issue. Let us know how we can support you.
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Post by catladymeow on Feb 6, 2018 13:18:15 GMT -6
potatocakes I definitely know that logically, but I'm still obsessing. I know there are many more steps before a diagnosis is ever made. My doctor even said she has has this elevated risk come up at this early stage many many times but she has only had 1 case that was confirmed by diagnosis in 9 years of her practice. All of this makes sense to me. But of course I'm still going to be a wreck. Trying to stay away from Dr. Google.
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Post by potatocakes on Feb 6, 2018 13:32:11 GMT -6
potatocakes I definitely know that logically, but I'm still obsessing. I know there are many more steps before a diagnosis is ever made. My doctor even said she has has this elevated risk come up at this early stage many many times but she has only had 1 case that was confirmed by diagnosis in 9 years of her practice. All of this makes sense to me. But of course I'm still going to be a wreck. Trying to stay away from Dr. Google. I understand completely. I had convinced myself I had herpes of the eye using Dr. Google this morning, and it's just a normal rash and the doctor had me use OTC cream for it.
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Post by vvvvvfee on Feb 6, 2018 14:13:05 GMT -6
hugs, catladymeow. hope they can get you in for an appointment soon.
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Post by goldenbird on Feb 6, 2018 14:31:27 GMT -6
Hope you feel better soon kaeguri! Oof, starting the process of looking for a daycare. My initial first choice based on recommendations from some friends is only accepting waitlist names for 2019 right now. I’m not even 12 weeks yet and already feel like I should have started this search sooner! 😲 I need to do this too. Not looking forward to it because woof. $$$
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Post by goldenbird on Feb 6, 2018 14:33:05 GMT -6
kaeguri glad you are feeling better. My doctor called and my initial first tri blood work showed an elevated risk for down syndrome (1/294...normal is 1/325) so I have to get referred to a special clinic where they do another NT scan and more blood work and then figure out if I should go for an amnio. My doctor said not to panic but of course this is all I can think about. Hugs. Try to breathe deeply and stay away from google. 1/294 isn't that far from the 1/325 that is normal. That is a plus.
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Post by notmoose on Feb 6, 2018 15:31:01 GMT -6
I'm glad he doesn't have the flu or bronchitis! I thought about him this morning and wondered how he was. Did they say what it was? Just a virus? Thank you notmoose 😊 His pedi said that it is a virus. I'm just so relieved that it's not worse than that. I tell you, his coughing last night really scared me, you feel so helpless when they're like that 😢 His sleep has been crap all day though. He woke up 3 times from his nap and tonight I think 3 or 4 times already. My heart is breaking for him because he so desperately wants to sleep. How are you guys doing? Aww I totally get it. It's scary thinking about all the what ifs and wondering what's wrong. I put the humidifier in his room last night with some Vicks in it and I think it really helped. I'm hoping we are all on the mend and will be flu free soon. I hope your DS us better soon too!
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Post by notmoose on Feb 6, 2018 15:35:22 GMT -6
I'm sad I didn't save Starbucks for today. I could use the extra pick me up. Tea doesn't sound good and the coffee here sucks. DS1 has been so damn cute and happy the last few days, it's making melt. Some days I wonder how I'm going to love another child as much as him. That might make me a terrible mom, but it's true. There's not much cuter than a toddler saying good morning, please, thank you, and you're welcome. He was going through a book with animals this morning and said camel and snake too. It's amazing how quickly they pick up new words. I feel like every mom goes through this and doesn't think they could love another child as much as their first. I did. I actually feel that way again this time even though I know I have plenty of love for another child. It's normal, you're not a terrible mom.
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Post by notmoose on Feb 6, 2018 15:41:36 GMT -6
potatocakes I definitely know that logically, but I'm still obsessing. I know there are many more steps before a diagnosis is ever made. My doctor even said she has has this elevated risk come up at this early stage many many times but she has only had 1 case that was confirmed by diagnosis in 9 years of her practice. All of this makes sense to me. But of course I'm still going to be a wreck. Trying to stay away from Dr. Google. I would be the same way. Emotions aren't logical. Hugs and I'll keep you and baby in my t&ps.
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Post by cara on Feb 6, 2018 15:54:35 GMT -6
(( catladymeow)) Yes, please stay away from Dr. Google. I know it's easier said than done to stay calm as I know I'd be feeling worried as well. However, there is still additional testing that needs to be done and you're still within the normal range. I'll be thinking of you and baby.
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Post by goldenbird on Feb 6, 2018 17:11:32 GMT -6
Thanks all. Woke up feeling better today, sore throat is still there but I'm leaning more toward allergies than anything viral or bacteria, judging by the way I'm sneezing my brains out. I think the sore throat is from the dry air. Thanks Arizona. Still no fever, so I'm going to wait on calling my dr I think. I'm glad you're feeling a bit better.
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Post by goldenbird on Feb 6, 2018 17:49:14 GMT -6
The gas I've been having the past few days has been something else. Thankfully mostly happening at home. 😶
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Post by cornflakegirl on Feb 6, 2018 22:36:12 GMT -6
notmoose so good to hear that you guys are getting better! I never heard of putting Vicks inside a humidifier before.
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Post by PennyCandy on Feb 7, 2018 7:34:03 GMT -6
kaeguri glad you are feeling better. My doctor called and my initial first tri blood work showed an elevated risk for down syndrome (1/294...normal is 1/325) so I have to get referred to a special clinic where they do another NT scan and more blood work and then figure out if I should go for an amnio. My doctor said not to panic but of course this is all I can think about. Hugs. I would panic too.
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Post by PennyCandy on Feb 7, 2018 7:37:02 GMT -6
Pregnancy dreams are so crazy. Last night my SIL was getting married and asked me to make her bouquet. Except there were way too many real flowers and I still had to make flowers using frosting. I have no idea if she was marrying BIL or not. The other night it was Harry Potter. I'm reading the Half Blood Prince right now. Last week it was a straight up porno. I have no idea where that came from.
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Post by PennyCandy on Feb 7, 2018 9:24:37 GMT -6
Also, a kid in DS's class has the flu. I feel like it's just a waiting game now. We've been lucky that it hasn't hit daycare until now, but if DS gets it, he's at high risk for complications. Shit.
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Post by notmoose on Feb 7, 2018 9:40:36 GMT -6
notmoose so good to hear that you guys are getting better! I never heard of putting Vicks inside a humidifier before. Its actually the type of humidifier I have (a Vicks one) and you can buy a bottle of liquid Vicks to pour in the little container. Like this
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Post by notmoose on Feb 7, 2018 11:03:18 GMT -6
I feel horrible today. I'm laying on my couch crying because my head hurts so bad. Luckily my 2 yo is being an angel.
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Post by badwolf on Feb 7, 2018 11:09:58 GMT -6
I dunno how you guys have the energy to clean and sanitize your house. I throw up cooking and doing the dishes. Waiting for this second trimester magic.
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Post by pickles on Feb 7, 2018 14:06:41 GMT -6
kaeguri glad you are feeling better. My doctor called and my initial first tri blood work showed an elevated risk for down syndrome (1/294...normal is 1/325) so I have to get referred to a special clinic where they do another NT scan and more blood work and then figure out if I should go for an amnio. My doctor said not to panic but of course this is all I can think about. My daughter was 1/250 but my dr didn’t feel the need to do extra testing and I was okay with waiting until the a/s for markers. I heard the chances put in a way that really resounded with me: if you were in a room with 250 people and one person won the lottery, would you quit your job and go on shopping sprees before you found out the winner? I hope this analogy is as helpful to you as it was for me. Sending love and hugs, uncertainly is so hard.
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Post by tarheelmom on Feb 7, 2018 15:07:43 GMT -6
The water fountain at the kids’ preschool has been slightly clogged the last week+ so I haven’t let my children stop at it when I drop off or pick up.
So DH comes home yesterday after picking them up and mentioned the non-draining fountain, says when he let them get a drink, 5yo DD stuck her hand in the pool of water and sucked it off saying “Look Daddy, I can drink from my fingers!” 😳😩🤢
My children are going to get absolutely EVERY illness possible.
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Post by imapenguin on Feb 7, 2018 15:47:04 GMT -6
I dunno how you guys have the energy to clean and sanitize your house. I throw up cooking and doing the dishes. Waiting for this second trimester magic. I’ll sit with you.
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Post by cornflakegirl on Feb 7, 2018 17:06:53 GMT -6
I'm so relieved after hearing the baby's heartbeat at the doctors today! I guess the crazy ride in the snow was worth it.
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