The last two days were nice because I got to go into school to clean up my office and help pack up some classrooms. We all had staggered shifts but even just seeing a few people from afar and feeling productive outside the house was great for my mood.
I get to decide if I want to go in next week for my 24 week check or just do it over the phone. I'm leaning towards going in but haven't totally decided.
fem - I completely skipped our 16wk since it was when they expected Covid to peak in my city.
I have the second half of my anatomy scan during my 24wk and the glucose test at 28wks so Iโm back on track to going.
We had the first part of the anatomy scan yesterday and everything looked great but they couldnโt measure the whole heart with the way the baby was positioned so I get to go back. We are also at 11oz (76%) so Iโm guessing we will have another big one. The ultrasound pictures all look like big brother though so that was sweet.
I wake up feeling exhausted every morning. Where are you, โsecond trimester energy?!โ
Iโm sure a lot of it is a matter of it being my 5th pregnancy while parenting 3 kids, but a lot of things have been feeling kind of next-level in comparison to all of my others. My bump feels much bigger than it did at this stage with my other babies and my fundal height (according to self-measurement) is 6-7 weeks ahead of what would be expected. Maybe this pregnancy is just very different than my others... or maybe they missed a second baby at my 1st trimester ultrasound. Itโs another 1 1/2 weeks until my anatomy scan and the anticipation is killing me!
That would be crazy if they missed a twin!
I'm at 24 weeks today, and I think this is the first day I've felt good and energetic all day. Just before third tri starts and the exhaustion will set in again.
I'm always exhausted too. I never got a second tri second wind this go around. Getting out of bed is so tedious and it takes me good hour to come to, no matter how much sleep I get.
Last night baby was pressed into the lower part of my uterus, pressing into my groin. Ohmygod, I could barely walk, the left side of my groin was hurting so badly. Awful.
I just feel so damn pregnant already. I usually make it to third trimester before I start to feel this pregnant, but nope, not happening this time.
I made my own bra from a spaghetti strap cami that rode up on me. And then I bought a pattern to make one from scratch. And I'm also planning on making my own hospital gown to wear during my c section and I'm going to be kind to my sensory needs this pregnancy. I'm gonna be comfy.
They just called and scheduled my c-section for August 31st, and that sounds so soon!
We haven't totally decided on a c-section (depends on size) but they recommended I go ahead and get on the schedule and can always cancel. Now I'm slightly freaking out!
I'm really hoping that baby girl comes more mid October rather than late, so I can feel better and be able to actually celebrate Halloween. I'm feeling movements pretty regularly which is comforting. Finally got a buttload of zofran yesterday and I can take it every 4 hours. Finally kept down rice and toast after my 12pm dose.
They just called and scheduled my c-section for August 31st, and that sounds so soon!
We haven't totally decided on a c-section (depends on size) but they recommended I go ahead and get on the schedule and can always cancel. Now I'm slightly freaking out!
Yay!!!! So exciting!!
I'm looking forward to scheduling mine. My OB surprised me by saying I can push my section date to 40 weeks and attempt a TOL if I want to. I'm pretty shruggy about how this kid gets out, so I probably will push mine back. I doubt I'll make a 40 week section date though since DD1 came at 36+6 and DD2 came at 38+3. And I had loads of contractions for weeks prior. I've already been having randoms ones this go around because my uterus hates me.
They just called and scheduled my c-section for August 31st, and that sounds so soon!
We haven't totally decided on a c-section (depends on size) but they recommended I go ahead and get on the schedule and can always cancel. Now I'm slightly freaking out!
Yay!!!! So exciting!!
I'm looking forward to scheduling mine. My OB surprised me by saying I can push my section date to 40 weeks and attempt a TOL if I want to. I'm pretty shruggy about how this kid gets out, so I probably will push mine back. I doubt I'll make a 40 week section date though since DD1 came at 36+6 and DD2 came at 38+3. And I had loads of contractions for weeks prior. I've already been having randoms ones this go around because my uterus hates me.ย
I just feel so huge this time. I had my appointment today (I'm 24+5). I've gained 32 lbs, and I only gained 35 and 40 total with my last two. I was measuring 2 weeks ahead, so I'm very interested in the growth ultrasound at my 28 week appointment.
I'm looking forward to scheduling mine. My OB surprised me by saying I can push my section date to 40 weeks and attempt a TOL if I want to. I'm pretty shruggy about how this kid gets out, so I probably will push mine back. I doubt I'll make a 40 week section date though since DD1 came at 36+6 and DD2 came at 38+3. And I had loads of contractions for weeks prior. I've already been having randoms ones this go around because my uterus hates me.ย
I just feel so huge this time. I had my appointment today (I'm 24+5). I've gained 32 lbs, and I only gained 35 and 40 total with my last two. I was measuring 2 weeks ahead, so I'm very interested in the growth ultrasound at my 28 week appointment.
I'm at 24lbs gained for 24 weeks. It's not my favorite. I gained 40 with my first and 30 with my second. Looks like another 40 pound gain in my future again. And I'm working out for like an hour every single day. Every damn day. It's so frustrating. I make smaller babies too. DD1 was 6lbs 3oz and DD2 was 6lbs 7oz, so I can't even blame my kids lol.
I have a growth scan next week. I'll be curious where this little squirt is at. He was only 10oz at my AS so we'll see.
Post by jennifer18131 on May 20, 2020 19:32:43 GMT -6
20 week appt and ultrasound was Monday. I was nervous bc I haven't been feeling much but doc confirmed anterior placenta. Baby looked and measured absolutely perfect so bug sigh of relief!
And it's a....... Surprise still! DH & DS (5) want to know, but I'd like to keep a surprise. I wanted DS to be a surprise but H's anxiety and need to prepare outweighed. As much as he wants to know, he's not bugging me about it this time. So I may get a surprise birth. I have the pictures and results, but they're sealed in an envelope and hidden in the house in case I cave.
shesellscshells, I almost hope for your sake it is two babies and not just one huge one. ๐ I'm excited to hear how your appointment goes.
cnf a pound a week was where I was with my last two. I can't say I've been the best at exercise. I walked 3 miles tonight and am now going to try to do something every day. And lay off the ice cream!
20 week appt and ultrasound was Monday. I was nervous bc I haven't been feeling much but doc confirmed anterior placenta. Baby looked and measured absolutely perfect so bug sigh of relief!
And it's a....... Surprise still! DH & DS (5) want to know, but I'd like to keep a surprise. I wanted DS to be a surprise but H's anxiety and need to prepare outweighed. As much as he wants to know, he's not bugging me about it this time. So I may get a surprise birth. I have the pictures and results, but they're sealed in an envelope and hidden in the house in case I cave.
I'm always impressed with people who have the patience to wait. I love the idea but like your H the planning side of me usually wins out.
*if* I make it to 39 weeks I'm hoping for the 26th, because that's my grandpa's birthday. I really, truly doubt I will. I feel like the latest I will go is 38. I've lost 22lbs since I got pregnant. Finally able to eat a little bit. I actually ate a full meal for dinner tonight and *fingers crossed* have kept it down. Baby girl is doing a ton of acrobatics in there. I can tell she's gonna be tiny. My boys were little, and girls tend to be smaller. I've been highly considering hand-sizing down a pattern to make a few true preemie sized clothes, because most sewing patterns run pretty large, and I am going to want her first outfits to be handmade.
20 week appt and ultrasound was Monday. I was nervous bc I haven't been feeling much but doc confirmed anterior placenta. Baby looked and measured absolutely perfect so bug sigh of relief!
And it's a....... Surprise still! DH & DS (5) want to know, but I'd like to keep a surprise. I wanted DS to be a surprise but H's anxiety and need to prepare outweighed. As much as he wants to know, he's not bugging me about it this time. So I may get a surprise birth. I have the pictures and results, but they're sealed in an envelope and hidden in the house in case I cave.
Awesome that baby is measuring good! And I'm glad you can find out on your own terms. My best friend is 24 weeks and her doctor ruined her team green for her last week and told her she's having a baby girl. She was heartbroken because she was looking forward to the surprise. And just finding out so casually was rough too. :"(
20 week appt and ultrasound was Monday. I was nervous bc I haven't been feeling much but doc confirmed anterior placenta. Baby looked and measured absolutely perfect so bug sigh of relief!
And it's a....... Surprise still! DH & DS (5) want to know, but I'd like to keep a surprise. I wanted DS to be a surprise but H's anxiety and need to prepare outweighed. As much as he wants to know, he's not bugging me about it this time. So I may get a surprise birth. I have the pictures and results, but they're sealed in an envelope and hidden in the house in case I cave.
Awesome that baby is measuring good! And I'm glad you can find out on your own terms. My best friend is 24 weeks and her doctor ruined her team green for her last week and told her she's having a baby girl. She was heartbroken because she was looking forward to the surprise. And just finding out so casually was rough too. :"(
I had my 22w appt yesterday. Little man is still measuring 2.5 weeks behind so I have to go see a maternal fetal Dr in the next week and half for a more in depth ultrasound. My OB isn't too concerned because she says that he is growing consistently on the same curve and that all of his anatomy looks great, but she just wants to make sure they're not missing anything. My first born was 9lb 8oz at birth so its not like I just grow small babies. According to his growth it makes the due date Oct 11 instead of Sept 24. I never had any issues/worries with my first born so I'm slightly freaking out over all of this.
I'm sorry for the worry ponygirl. I agree, growing on his curve with a good anatomy scan is a really, really good thing. I hope you have a good scan with the MFM.
My 3 year old hasn't gone to daycare since March, but they're still open. Just got an email from the director saying a child attending tested positive for Covid-19.
They were asymptomatic and were only tested because of a medical procedure planned. I'm 1) really glad my daughter isn't there now and 2) really curious about what else comes from this. Like will the kid's family test positive, others kids and teachers in the room, in other rooms etc. I'm not sure if they'll be able to share this info but I would like to know how easily and widely it spreads in a child care setting.
Well I had my appt with the MFM today. I now have to see her and my regular OB for weekly monitoring from here on out. He looks fine and his anatomy looks fine, but he is in the 7th percentile for size. As long as everything stays on track I will deliver 37-38 weeks, but if anything starts to go south, I could be admitted to the hospital for daily monitoring. Or deliver right then if I'm far enough along. She said I don't need them now, but once we get closer to delivery time I will start getting steroid shots.
I had a growth scan today too. Baby looks good and is right on track, so I don't go back to the MFM for another four weeks. I got my GTT out of the way too while I was there.
shesellscshells at least your mind is at ease now knowing what's for sure going on. Glad things looked good with her!
ponygirl I'm sorry for the extra worry! I know that they have their reasons and are being cautious, but I always just think about how it's percentiles and some babies must just be on the smaller side. I'm hoping the weekly check-ins bring you peace of mind and not more stress!