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Post by randomosity on Jan 29, 2019 12:09:31 GMT -6
How is everyone?
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Post by peggyhill on Jan 29, 2019 13:04:00 GMT -6
Managing. Told my parents and H’s parents, which made it feel a bit more real! According to my doctor my HCG levels are rising well, and she wants me in for another US in 1 week. Hopefully we get good news 🙂 Still anxious, I’m not sure how I’m going to get past the mental block of fear that life is going to change forever and I don’t know what’s going to happen. Hopefully it’ll pass with time as we get closer and more excited How are you?
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Post by babystandish on Jan 29, 2019 13:44:01 GMT -6
I’m tired and wish it was Friday. I don’t usually chew gum, but I’ve found that it helps my nausea a little.
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Post by randomosity on Jan 29, 2019 13:57:50 GMT -6
peggyhill glad to hear that your levels are rising and fingers crossed for continued good news! And yes, it is scary when you are about to become a new parent! I was petrified at first. All of the changes and unknowns...it's a lot to take in. I will say, however, that my first child just fit in seamlessly. I did quit my job, which was a bit of a shock, but she was such a sweet, easygoing baby. Obviously, this is purely anecdotal and it's hard to know what to expect but once they're here, it's like they always were. But it is totally normal to have jitters and some anxiety about the changes to come. I think it probably hasn't quite sunken in yet for you, too!
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Post by randomosity on Jan 29, 2019 14:02:21 GMT -6
I wish it was Friday, too. DD2 threw up on the bus ride home yesterday so as a precaution, I kept her home today and she's been just fine. Go figure, every time I've kept one of my kiddos home from school this year, they're completely fine for most of the day.
I keep waking up feeling nauseated but so far, it seems to just be triggered by an empty stomach. My husband keeps trying to talk me into taking my nausea meds but it's still manageable so I'm going to hold out for when it's harder to shake. Sooo not looking forward to that but then again, I know it's part of the package by now.
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Post by babystandish on Jan 29, 2019 15:13:00 GMT -6
@randomisity sorry your DD threw up! Throw up is terrible.
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Post by cmb on Jan 29, 2019 16:34:43 GMT -6
I spent all day at an inspection then had to drive home in the snow. I’m supposed to be keeping my stress levels low, Mother Nature! Driving in snow does not do that!
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Post by cmb on Jan 29, 2019 16:36:23 GMT -6
Obviously, this is purely anecdotal and it's hard to know what to expect but once they're here, it's like they always were. But it is totally normal to have jitters and some anxiety about the changes to come. I think it probably hasn't quite sunken in yet for you, too! This is so true. It’s hard to see it now, even in the newborn stage, but once you hit the year mark? It’s like they always were here
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Post by peggyhill on Jan 29, 2019 22:32:19 GMT -6
peggyhill glad to hear that your levels are rising and fingers crossed for continued good news! And yes, it is scary when you are about to become a new parent! I was petrified at first. All of the changes and unknowns...it's a lot to take in. I will say, however, that my first child just fit in seamlessly. I did quit my job, which was a bit of a shock, but she was such a sweet, easygoing baby. Obviously, this is purely anecdotal and it's hard to know what to expect but once they're here, it's like they always were. But it is totally normal to have jitters and some anxiety about the changes to come. I think it probably hasn't quite sunken in yet for you, too! That’s comforting to hear! I’m doing my best to kind of wrap my head around it, but I’m thinking it’s going to take me longer than most lol 🤦🏼♀️
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Post by cmb on Jan 30, 2019 3:58:02 GMT -6
peggyhill glad to hear that your levels are rising and fingers crossed for continued good news! And yes, it is scary when you are about to become a new parent! I was petrified at first. All of the changes and unknowns...it's a lot to take in. I will say, however, that my first child just fit in seamlessly. I did quit my job, which was a bit of a shock, but she was such a sweet, easygoing baby. Obviously, this is purely anecdotal and it's hard to know what to expect but once they're here, it's like they always were. But it is totally normal to have jitters and some anxiety about the changes to come. I think it probably hasn't quite sunken in yet for you, too! That’s comforting to hear! I’m doing my best to kind of wrap my head around it, but I’m thinking it’s going to take me longer than most lol 🤦🏼♀️ I’m not going to lie, I had the “what the f did we do?” feeling my entire pregnancy with DS2. It’s okay to feel like that longer than people say you “should.” There’s no right answer to how long you feel it or even if you feel it at all. I won’t say sit back, relax, and enjoy it because I loathe being pregnant (it’s a means to an end to me).
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Post by zimmerframe on Jan 30, 2019 7:34:19 GMT -6
I’m so exhausted, I’m finding daily life a struggle. Very much looking forward to a boost in energy in second tri.
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Post by randomosity on Jan 30, 2019 8:49:24 GMT -6
cmb I felt much the same way #2 (and #3, if I'm being honest). Pregnancy is definitely not my favorite, either, but there are, of course, parts that I absolutely love. Just gotta get through first tri first 🤢
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Post by randomosity on Jan 30, 2019 8:52:51 GMT -6
I have to laugh because MH and I only seem to have babies during odd years when my age is an even number. I love little coincidences like that.
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Post by cateyes on Jan 30, 2019 17:58:37 GMT -6
I am struggling to not let anxiety takeover. I have been really chill up until now, but I am super worried for the ultrasound on Monday. There is no indication that I should have anything to worry about, my initial beta levels all rose appropriately, but there is just this fear that life can’t actually happen correctly for us. I think it is preventing me from even accepting that I am pregnant.
I am also struggling with the fact that I have like no symptoms. Logic tells me I am just six weeks today, I had a magical basically symptom free pregnancy the last time and so there isn’t anything to worry about. But it really does make it extra unbelievable and hard to ease anxiety.
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Post by sundog on Jan 30, 2019 23:15:50 GMT -6
cateyes Anxiety is totally understandable (and quite the bitch) and I really feel ya. First tri is so hard in so many ways. One thing I picked up from the many kind, wise women around here is the mantra “today I am pregnant.” I hope you have a great ultrasound on Monday.
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Post by babystandish on Jan 31, 2019 5:45:48 GMT -6
cateyes I hope time goes quickly so you can get some reassurance soon. I think most people get nervous/anxious before their first appt. I know i did. Just remember that today you are pregnant! And hold onto that thought. Hugs.
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Post by fikafairy on Jan 31, 2019 8:07:20 GMT -6
I have such a bad headache, and it's been there since Monday. Basically since there was enough hormone to get a BFP. This blows, and I'm worried for what this means for the next several months with morning sickness - I had it TERRIBLY both times before starting between 6-7 weeks, and assume that will be the case again.
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Post by cateyes on Jan 31, 2019 8:10:59 GMT -6
fikafairy-sorry for the headache! Hoping it doesn’t stick around and you feel better soon. Thanks everyone for the encouragement. I know logically I am probably fine and shouldn’t look for worry, the heart just doesn’t listen
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Post by moonandback141 on Jan 31, 2019 9:11:11 GMT -6
cateyes ((hugs)) I also struggle with anxiety and can get myself very worked up if I allow it to take over. I hope you can try and relax between now and Monday. One thing that’s been helpful to me is prenatal yoga. It’s when I always felt the most relaxed and anxiety free.
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Post by randomosity on Jan 31, 2019 10:24:13 GMT -6
Ugh it's getting harder and harder to eat and to make food for my youngest. Guess I need to cave and start taking my meds tonight.
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Post by cmb on Jan 31, 2019 11:48:57 GMT -6
I have a date with a dildo cam next Thursday 😳😬
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Post by babystandish on Jan 31, 2019 12:10:35 GMT -6
Nothing sounds good to eat, but if I don't eat the nausea will be so much worse. UGH.
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Post by midna on Jan 31, 2019 12:25:15 GMT -6
Nothing sounds good to eat, but if I don't eat the nausea will be so much worse. UGH. This is so me. I keep trying to think of things that I want to eat and that list is 0 but I have to eat something.
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Post by babystandish on Jan 31, 2019 12:48:34 GMT -6
midna I was even at the store today and nothing really seemed good. Sigh. Hopefully it gets better for us all soon.
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Post by randomosity on Jan 31, 2019 12:54:16 GMT -6
Nothing sounds good to eat, but if I don't eat the nausea will be so much worse. UGH. Ditto. I just keep throwing things together and hope that something works.
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Post by babystandish on Jan 31, 2019 14:48:03 GMT -6
So my 4 year old outed me to his preschool/MDO. We took him to the ultrasound on Tuesday. When I picked up this afternoon his teacher goes "so DS told the whole class that his mommy has a baby in her tummy and it's the size of a jelly bean"....so yeah she knows now lol. She said he was really proud and excited which is good I guess.
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Post by moonandback141 on Jan 31, 2019 20:18:50 GMT -6
I’m the weirdo that kind of wants some morning sickness for reassurance. I never had it with DD1 and maybe felt slightly queasy twice with DD2 which was quickly remedied with a bag of sour patch kids. It’s still early for me, I think but when does M/S set it for those that get it?
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Post by cateyes on Jan 31, 2019 20:44:07 GMT -6
moonandback141-I totally feel the same way. Like give me some symptoms so I can feel more reassured.
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Post by babystandish on Jan 31, 2019 20:44:33 GMT -6
moonandback141 I get that. I think it’s different for everyone. Mine really set in right around 6.5 weeks this time, but I don’t remember it hitting til around 8 weeks with my other pregnancies but maybe my memory just sucks.
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Post by randomosity on Jan 31, 2019 20:50:22 GMT -6
moonandback141 I've had it at varying times. With #1, it didn't start until about 8 weeks. With #2, I had hyperemesis gravidarum that started at 5 weeks and a few days. #3, it started at 7 weeks. With this one, the nausea has set in around 5.5 weeks (but no throwing up so far!). I agree that it's reassuring but I could do without the degree of severity my body seems to love. Like, mild m/s wouldnt be so bad.
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