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Post by sarcaztic10 on Oct 12, 2018 20:07:04 GMT -6
I say bring whatever is going to make you comfortable to the hospital! If it makes you happy then do it!
Add me to the feeling unprepared group. I haven’t really bought much at all for this guy and still need to wash the stuff from our existing car seat, swing, and RnP that are all upstairs in the attic. I haven’t even set up a place for him to sleep or bought pacifiers or swaddlers. Basically I have my boobs, some clothes, and baby carriers ready and that’s it.
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Post by SayitaintSnow on Oct 12, 2018 21:54:17 GMT -6
I say bring whatever is going to make you comfortable to the hospital! If it makes you happy then do it! Add me to the feeling unprepared group. I haven’t really bought much at all for this guy and still need to wash the stuff from our existing car seat, swing, and RnP that are all upstairs in the attic. I haven’t even set up a place for him to sleep or bought pacifiers or swaddlers. Basically I have my boobs, some clothes, and baby carriers ready and that’s it. Get some diapers and you'll have the basics covered.
I feel totally underprepared but seeing a few friends recently deal with the arrival of their second kid...I think it's just way easier, and you don't need as much stuff to survive.
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Post by quijibo on Oct 13, 2018 7:46:35 GMT -6
I have a cold. I’m also home alone with a toddler who is currently very angry that I won’t let her play with too-big Elsa shoes that are hand-me-downs and going out for further donation or garbage 🙄 SOS.
I have clothes washed for DS. The car seat is in the middle of the living room because DD thinks it’s her new lounger. That’s how prepared we are ☺️
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Post by Dramaphile on Oct 13, 2018 16:11:55 GMT -6
Went to Boo at the Zoo this morning for a few hours so we could dress up in our costumes! I am exhausted and sore, but it was mostly fun until toddler beast got tired and cranky right before we left.
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Post by Dr. Cox on Oct 13, 2018 20:06:19 GMT -6
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Post by foxtober on Oct 13, 2018 21:45:20 GMT -6
I've been assembling cabinets all week and installing them today and my Braxton hicks are getting really annoying! Also I'm pretty sure she dropped some because my belly looks like it's drooping. Good news is baby is head down and I also got a surprise work shower on Friday. It was awkward because I hate being the center of attention but so nice.
Also, bring the body pillow. I had a ton of extra hospital pillows last time so I was fine, but if you're unsure just bring it. Leave it in the car and make your husband go get it after labor if you don't need it during.
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Post by meggos on Oct 14, 2018 5:47:09 GMT -6
Not sure how many FTMs there are here. I can’t keep up but just a friendly reminder, if you bring a pillow from home change your pillow case if it’s solid white so it isn’t mistakenly taken by housekeeping.
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Post by notelsie on Oct 14, 2018 10:17:44 GMT -6
Not sure how many FTMs there are here. I can’t keep up but just a friendly reminder, if you bring a pillow from home change your pillow case if it’s solid white so it isn’t mistakenly taken by housekeeping. Not a FTM, but I didn't even think about this. I didn't bring a pillow last time, but am considering it this time around.
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Post by notelsie on Oct 14, 2018 10:18:53 GMT -6
I have a follow up ultrasound tomorrow to check my fluid. I'm really hoping it hasn't lowered more because it'll likely mean an early induction. I don't want to be induced again, and honestly I need a little more time before this baby boy gets here. I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed.
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Post by sarcaztic10 on Oct 14, 2018 12:24:17 GMT -6
notelsie sending lots of good fluid vibes to you! I hope everything is back to normal tomorrow!
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Post by quijibo on Oct 14, 2018 12:56:06 GMT -6
I was extremely convinced today was my sprinkle, but after a visit to the pumpkin patch and now being lazy at home, there is no sign of anything fun about to go down.
So... damn. I was excited 😂 It definitely won’t happen now for at least another two weeks, as we have a wedding out of town this coming weekend. Boo.
ETA: I officially cried over this because YOU’RE A CRAZY BITCH, HORMONES. Yelled in Seth Rogen’s voice. But I’ve also been up since 5:30, I have a head cold, every body part hurts from DS, my toddler was a huge jerk earlier, and I’m upset / overwhelmed that there’s absolutely no sign of a baby about to join our household.
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Post by emilypk on Oct 14, 2018 12:58:56 GMT -6
I have a follow up ultrasound tomorrow to check my fluid. I'm really hoping it hasn't lowered more because it'll likely mean an early induction. I don't want to be induced again, and honestly I need a little more time before this baby boy gets here. I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed. Good luck! Make sure you’re well hydrated. I read somewhere that sometimes low fluid just means you’re dehydrated, so it can’t hurt to drink some extra water today.
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Post by quijibo on Oct 14, 2018 13:38:22 GMT -6
notelsie Sending all the good vibes for awesome levels tomorrow!!!
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Post by summerrain on Oct 15, 2018 6:46:02 GMT -6
Sending you good thoughts for your ultrasound notelsie.
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Post by Dramaphile on Oct 15, 2018 7:00:53 GMT -6
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Post by notelsie on Oct 15, 2018 7:34:30 GMT -6
Thank you <3 I’m trying not to be nervous.
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Post by SayitaintSnow on Oct 15, 2018 7:40:15 GMT -6
Thank you <3 I’m trying not to be nervous. More fingers crossed for you here!
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Post by charlotte on Oct 15, 2018 7:50:17 GMT -6
Make sure to update us notelsie! Good luck!
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Post by quijibo on Oct 15, 2018 7:56:14 GMT -6
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Post by notelsie on Oct 15, 2018 8:34:05 GMT -6
Funny story. Totally thought I was having contractions and nausea. Nope, just constipated. Thanks body.
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Post by notelsie on Oct 15, 2018 8:34:45 GMT -6
quijibo Hugs lady. Hormones are so rude.
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Post by charlotte on Oct 15, 2018 9:07:53 GMT -6
TMI...
I was bleeding last night and initially kind of worried but it ended up just being a pretty significant bloody show. 😬
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Post by quijibo on Oct 15, 2018 9:58:46 GMT -6
TMI... I was bleeding last night and initially kind of worried but it ended up just being a pretty significant bloody show. 😬 Bloody show? What does this mean?! I’ve only ever heard it referenced in Knocked Up 😂
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Post by summerrain on Oct 15, 2018 10:30:02 GMT -6
TMI... I was bleeding last night and initially kind of worried but it ended up just being a pretty significant bloody show. 😬 Ahhh! So exciting/scary! The babies are coming!!
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Post by charlotte on Oct 15, 2018 10:37:06 GMT -6
quijibo 😂I’ll let you google that but beware of photos!!
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Post by Dramaphile on Oct 15, 2018 11:24:33 GMT -6
I'm so excited we're going to start getting N18/D18 babies soon!
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Post by notelsie on Oct 15, 2018 11:35:28 GMT -6
No induction for me! All the water and Gatorade chugging I’ve been doing clearly helped. My levels went from 7.5 to 9.5. So even better than a few weeks ago at 8.7. I’m so relieved. Baby looks great and super chunky. We couldn’t get any recognizable pictures today except a foot. Lol
I know that it doesn’t mean a whole lot, but I’m bummed my cervix is closed and baby still needs to drop quite a bit. Hopefully that changes soon. I’m so ready to be done. I can’t believe I have just a couple of weeks left!
We will see a bunch of babies here soon!
Thanks so much for all your support <3
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Post by Dramaphile on Oct 15, 2018 11:38:25 GMT -6
This baby is so freaking low, I'm waddling every time I have to get up and walk.
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Post by summerrain on Oct 15, 2018 11:52:06 GMT -6
This baby is so freaking low, I'm waddling every time I have to get up and walk. LT for solidarity. I don’t know how I can survive this for the next 1.5 months! I saw some friends last weekend and they said, you don’t look hugely pregnant, but your waddle gives it away. I was like, thanks guys.
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Post by SayitaintSnow on Oct 15, 2018 15:00:43 GMT -6
The bottom of my feet were itching so bad it woke me up last night, so I called my doc and asked for blood work in case of cholestasis. I have lost all perspective on what is OTT vs. just reasonably vigilant, hopefully my doctor is cool with a little paranoia.
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