Winter Cycle Friends 2009/2010 - Everyone Welcome!

[gi]

Hey girls,

Tammy i am so delighted for you and i will keep praying that your little miracle is a little fighter, those tests are so tempting but soooo evil!!!! Best of luck tomorrow xxx

Claud ohh dont hold your breath on getting a picture just yet!! Well after i saw stephs post on how to put up a pic i spent 1/2 hr trying, we have very slow internet access and it took 15 min just to download the pic then the bloody thing wouldnt copy and paste even j couldnt figure it out it drove me insane Dont you just hate them days when they are quieter than usual believe me i have panicked a few times, i had painful trapped wind for a while and after using gaviscon for about a wk and also soda water with meals it seems to have cleared up

Steph sounds like the end is near!!!!! Praying all goes safe and well oh and what a huge bump!!!! you look so cute

Angela oh i had the opposite happen to me ha ha, at one of the recent weddings i parked up with a sil in car with me she got out no bother but when i opened up my door there was no way i could even attempt to get out it was just too tight i had to go find 2 empty space together sometimes i underestimate how big my bump really is!!!!

AFM thankfully and fingers crossed all quiet except for Kayla ha ha, for the 1st time in wks i had a great night sleep now i still had 3 potty breaks but was able to go straight back to sleep and woke up at 9am with Kayla trying to kick her way out of me i absolutly love when she wakes me up cause then i am not "worrying" about waiting for her 1st kick of the day, i cant relax until she moves or am i the only freak that worries like that???? Cant wait for scan next wed to hear if everything is still ok and if she has decided to move into head down position but at the moment i still think she is transverse as i am getting punches on one side and kicks on the other!!

Oh hazel i just saw your post OMG George is gorgous had to show jason he said he is big but tiny....if that makes sense Again Big Congrats!!!!!!
gi xxx

[Riley baby maybe]

Hazel - CONGRATS!! I can't believe you've had your baby. 11 days overdue...no fun! He is gorgeous and I'm so glad to hear things are going well after such a rough delivery.

Katie - Glad you're trucking right along. I completely feel your pain on the exhaustion. I haven't slept a wink in the last 3 days! Hard to work after one night like that, let alone 3!

Steph - Great news that you're still cooking those babies. I pray that all continues to go well until they are in your arms! Cute belly pic, btw.

Gi - Sounds like things are still going in the right direction for you as well. Such a blessing to be pregnant and be so close to holding these miracles we've been given, isn't it?!?

Tammy - Thank GOD for increasing numbers...CONGRATS!

Angela - I loved your car story! Hope all is well with you.

Babyluv - That would absolutely freak me out. I would almost consider mentioning it to a lab manager.

Claudia - I died laughing when I read the wallpaper story. That is too funny! Your belly is still looking great!!

AFM - Still moving towards our due date. At last check (last Friday) cervix is still closed and tight. My Dr said if my cervix ripens up by October 1st, but she doesn't come by October 8th he will induce me that day. If my cervix doesn't ripen, I will be induced October 12th. So, at least we have some sort of plan now. I think we are all ready for her although hooking up the car seat took half of the neighborhood! Talk about confusing...I'm so glad it's done!!

Hope you are all doing well. Sorry I haven't checked in very often. When I had the energy to go I was always so busy. Now that I'm swollen and sore most days, I don't have the strength by the time I get home from work, tend to my baby dogs, get supper ready, laundry, cleaning, etc. to post. Take care ladies; talk to you soon!!

[Stephanieford78]

Hazel - He is so precious! What a gorgeous newborn! What a great job you did and are doing! I know you must be exhausted caring for George, even with Andrew's help, so don't worry about catching up with us until you feel you have the time. I don't see me hoping on often after the twins come home. lol

Gi - Congrats on getting some sleep! lol I have been taking Ambien sleep medication most nights since being in the hospital but it doesn't do much good. It takes about 2 hours to kick in then when it does it knocks me out, but only for about 2 solid hours. The pain of being so big wakes me up even from two strong pills! How crazy is that? I do nap before noon though. I can't wait to hear how your u/s goes. I am sure everything is perfect!

Tammy - Thank you! It does feel like an accomplishment making it to 34 weeks. lol Andrew called me this morning (he is trying to finish up a side job) and told me that he has that feeling that it is happening soon. I think he means today or tomorrow when I will bleed again. I don't see me going into any kind of labor, but another bleed will get me delivered. I am so not looking forward to the surgery though. Now you and the tests, I was the same way. I took a picture of 7 of mine, but I took more than that. lol I say, what is the harm with it? After trying so hard for so long, POAS is fun and makes us happy and smile, exactly what a growing baby needs in the early stages.

Angela - I feel ready, but I know they need to be there as long as possible. If I actually make it another 2 weeks, I don't know how nice I will be during that time. lol Not much sleep, no activity and pelvic pressure beyond belief. UGH! It's funny how women have to go through so much crap with our bodies in comparrison to men, yet we are the only ones who get to know the joy of bringing a life into the world. Something that makes us forget about all the pain and discomfort. Well, maybe not forget, but pretty darn close to it. Good luck on your test! I think you will be in the clear.

Katie - You are almost full term! Can you believe it? I wonder what Savannah has up her miniture sleeve for her enterance? I think she is going to surprise us with something interesting. Seems she has been pretty cheeky this whole pregnancy. However, I wonder if she knows that once she is born she can't hide from Daddy anymore. lol

Emerald - I hope you stop back in and let us know how things are and the details of your precious little girl! Hope all is well! Sending nothing but positive energy for her!

Riley - Glad to hear from you! It's been a while. What you and your ob came up with seems like a good plan. Oct 12th is my birthday so that is a ood day. Though with how uncomfortable you are, I hope inducement isn't what happens. Hang in there! I hope you can slow down, let DH handle a lot of those chores!!

AFM - I hit a good mark in the gestation timeline I think. lol If they are born now, they might only spend a week in the NICU. I am so excited to know what they look like already! Angelina is still climbing up into my ribcage every chance she gets. lol I actually had a visitor last night. Late, but it was nice nonetheless. Poor Alex didn't get to sleep (for school) until after she left but she did very well not to complain. Today I am told I will have two more visiters. One of my friends is having a shower this weekend and of course I can't go so a mutual friend is picking up a check for me to chip in on a gift. She might bring my friend though which will be hard to explain me giving her a check and signing a card in front of her. lol So now since I bled again, I can't walk around the floor. However, they did tell me that I can get a wheelchair and go to the "Healing Garden" and get some sun. That will be nice. I haven't been outside in over two weeks. I need my vitamin D. I figure, if they show up it would be nice to all go hang out in the garden. Well mamas, I will let you know as soon as I can if anything happens. Andrew seems to have a feeling again. lol

[angelaezra]

Hi everyone! I just received this email and since several of us are very close to or have already given birth, this is information about a recall on baby formula.

Similac Powder Infant Formulas: Recall

AUDIENCE: Consumer, Pediatrics

ISSUE: Possibility of the presence of a small common beetle in the product. The FDA has determined that while the formula containing these beetles poses no immediate health risk, there is a possibility that infants who consume formula containing the beetles or their larvae, could experience symptoms of gastrointestinal discomfort and refusal to eat as a result of small insect parts irritating the GI tract.

BACKGROUND: The recall of these powder infant formulas includes certain Similac powder product lines offered in plastic containers, and certain Similac powder product lines offered in sizes such as 8-ounce, 12.4-ounce and 12.9-ounce cans. See the Product Photo page. The recall includes powder infant formulas sold in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam and some countries in the Caribbean. No Abbott liquid infant formulas are impacted.

Angela

[angelaezra]

Hazel – George is absolutely adorable! I just love pictures and can’t wait to hear how you guys are adjusting.

Gi – I love your car story also. I need to find parking spaces for expecting women because sometimes they are a little bigger and I don’t have to gasp for breath because the spot is too far away from the entrance.

Riley baby maybe –It is almost your time also … whoo hoo! How are you feeling?

Stephanie – Yes, congratulations is in order for reaching 34 weeks! You did an amazing job. We will soon see if Andrew’s prediction will come true. I can’t wait to see them!

AFM – I am getting very anxious yet excited about my delivery. I keep looking at my ticker and I realize that my time is coming also. I can’t wait to meet her and hold her in my arms.

Angela

[TammyS]

It's over. 58.8. It's either ectopic or a miscarriage. I think I'm done with IVF.

[katie99]

Tammy - Oh, no honey. I'm so sorry to hear that, I so wanted this to be it for you. Sending you big hugs. Take some time off to heal before you decide your next step. - xoxoxo

Hazel - OMG, honey he is simply gorgeous! Thanks for posting pics of him! I can imagine that you're both not getting enough sleep with your new arrival, but please do try to get some rest, I'm sure little George has been keeping you & your DH hopping all day & night. How are you feeling? Are your stitches better? Or do you just not even notice cause you're so over the moon about George? - xoxoxo

Claudia - I know, right? It does seem like just yesterday my RE wanted a decision from us on whether to accept his offer of donor embies - I have no idea how that could have been last Jan? Really where did the time go??? Aw, little Flick's room sounds like it will be so pretty. Maybe Gi can let you borrow her wallpaper removing Westie and save you the trouble hahahaha. Seriously, $700??? to remove wallpaper? Ummm, its not a fun job but for that quote
definitely do it yourself. If you go to Home Depot and get the spray that helps remove the wallpaper ( I cant remember its proper name) but it helps alot. I'm curious as to whether when your room is done if Lincoln keeps hanging out in there - Gracie seems to be in there alot. The other day I gave her a cookie (dog biscuit) in the living room and she picked it up and took it into the nursery to eat! I was like WTH? She likes to take naps in there also. Oh, and she sure does like the diaper stacker - every day she noses it open and leaves dog drool on it Good luck with getting your nursery ready to paint - Oh, and are you sure you will be able to return one of the bedding sets after 30 or 60 days? Some stores get real sticky about time frames - xoxo

Babyluv - Wow, what a weird / rude comment to hear from a lab tech! Ummm, can you go somewhere else next time? I'd feel strange to see that person again after that. Yeah, the pelvic exam was a bit painful, but what really freaks me out is - if the OB can barely get 2 fingers up there, ummm, how the heck is a baby supposed to get out? lol. How are you feeling lately?

Angela - Yeah, that Similac recall was really gross. Beetles in baby formula - ewwwww! I'm leaning towards Enfamil myself, but was told to not purchase anything because its better to keep them on what agrees with them at the hospital, and just in case theres a special need like lactose intolerance, low iron, etc
Chris will just have to go and stock up while I'm in the hospital and once we see what the hospital advises. Oh, no honey, your trapped in the parking lot story was too funny! Thank God the guy was sitting in his car and could move it for you, but I'll bet it made you feel funny to have to ask him to anyway. You know now that everytime I park, i'll be thinking of you & Babyluv and hoping that it doesnt happen to me, right? 13 weeks left for you! Boy time is flying lately!

Steph - Yippeee for making it to 34 weeks! Great job, twin mama! Ack, honey, you poor thing, you must be bored out of your skull by now. Not to mention super uncomfy too. I hope that you get your time in the sun today, even if you have to stay seated in a wheelchair to do it. Well I think that you're ready to go, now if only Ethan & Angelina feel the same way that would be great, i'm sure that you're more than ready to get this show on the road by now, right? And, ummm, babies? Mama's ribs arent something to play with - lol. Actually Savannah has been doing something weird with my left hipbone, it feels like she's pushing behind it or something? Which I dont really get considering the OB said that she was headown- but in my opinion, I think she moves all over the place, cause sometimes, I swear that she is just pushing things out of her way! lol. Now what is this that you think you wont make it til the 27th? Eeeek! Thats this Monday!!! And now Andrew has a feeling too? I'll say it again then - whew! lets do the happy dance that your nursery is all set and ready to go!
Um, yeah, it does seem like my weekly u/s have disappeared I remember that the nurse said there was absolutely no signs of fetal distress and with all the moving, jumping, dancing that Savannah was doing that day - I guess I can only hope for maybe 1 more? Jeez, do these Drs' EVER plan on giving me a weight estimate on Savannah? When I try for baby number 2, it will have to be with a different medical group anyway, since we got a letter saying that as of next July this medical group will not be a part of Aetna's network anymore because they cant come to pricing agreements (big surprise, right?) so i'll stay with them until the spring, I guess and then will have to find a different OB/GYN - I dont think I'll go with another group though, I really like to have the same Dr each time - and that just doesnt seem to happen anymore. I asked my female OB (that I like alot) what the odds are that I'll get her on the big day, and she said that the on call schedule split between 3 OBs changes constantly - but I did get the impression that she gets asked that question - ALOT. Glad that you've gotten some visitors to help keep you busy - I'd be there if you werent soooo far away. much love honey and hang on, they're coming soon! - xoxoxoxoxo

Gi - Nope, you're not the only one that starts to worry if you dont feel movement / kicks often - me too! Luckily we seem to both be having active liltte girls that cant stay still very long - lol

Riley - So good to hear from you! I cant believe that you're still working so close to your EDD, how are you feeling? Jeez, you're at what? 10 days left?
You must be so excited! Or nervous? You and Steph are ahead of me, and I'm already nervous -

AFM - Not too much new with me, same old, same old. I'm just a slow moving female lately. And in the past few weeks? It seems that my appetite is way out of control! Like food is all I think about anymore! i wasnt like that the whole pregnancy, so it did catch up with me in the end. Now if only heartburn wasnt trying to kill me all day & night, well, that would be good. You can really see my belly moving now, even Chris can see it from across the room, and funny enough, he will come over and put his hands right where she was just jumping all over and it stops right then & there. I keep telling him that its just a matter of timing, but I think that poor guy is starting to take it personally - lol. Umm, either that or savannah is a comedian already?
Alright I have to go and take the beast (gracie) outside, where the mosquitos have been turning me into a buffet table - I swear my ankles, shins are torn up from these darn mosquitos! What happened to the nice Fall weather? Ack, its gone back to hot, humid summer weather - ugh
Much love to you all - xoxoxo

[rayofsunshine]

Hi ladies!

Hazel-Congrats!!!! George is so adorable I am sure you are super busy, but loving the time with your beautiful baby! Take care and give him extra kisses for me.

Emerald-Congrats on your baby girl! I am sure it has been rough having her so early, then spending so much time in the NICU-I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Steph-I'm glad to see you're still hanging in there! Every day helps Take care as well.

Tammy-You have been on an absolute roller coaster-I am so sorry that the news looks bad. I will keep you in my prayers. Take care of yourself.

To everyone-I think of you often and hope you are doing well. I haven't been able to catch up-working too much and way too tired at night. I started weekly non-stress tests today. The doc. beat on my stomach to get the girl to breathe. We only had to wait 10 minutes so it went well. She was concerned with my BP and swelling so I called my regular OB to see what the plan is for these symptoms. Bed rest? I don't know how I feel about that but I definitely need relief!

Take care baby mamas
Sara

[babyluv]

Tammy - Oh no, I am so, so sorry friend. I was really praying this was your miracle child. I understand not wanting to continue. I do pray that you can have another child one way or another...and I hate that you are having to deal with this again. Please know we all love you and are praying for and thinking about you.

Steph - 34 weeks is great! You did awesome. If you don't have the babies before the 30th, will you still have your planned c/s? I can't believe those babies will almost definitely be here in the next WEEK!!! I'm sure you, Andrew and Alex are just over the moon to meet them (and for you to finally get out of the hospital!)

Katie - It's so funny that your appetite is out of control, because mine is slowly deteriorating! The girls are starting to take up so much room that I'm not having a whole lot of room left for food. I can still eat, just not as much at each sitting.

Sara - Bed rest will not be easy if you don't have help, but oh you will feel so much better to be off your feet! I ran into the mall today after my NST and ended up waiting in line waaaay longer than I wanted. Just doing that was hard! The good thing is that your DD is in school, so at least you'll have time during the day to rest. Let us know what your doctor says!

Angela - That recall is so scary! We have a lot of formula samples and I thought we had some Similac, but I guess it's all Enfimil. Thanks for posting!

AFM - It's just after 1am and I am up eating Cheerios and watching Jimmy Fallon because of some crazy hip pain. I started having cramping around 12:15 and can't quite make it back to sleep. So I'm going to drink some more water (how much more can I possible drink in a day??) and sit in my shower for a bit to see if that will help. It did last time, even though I went to triage to make sure everything was ok. I had an NST this morning (well, Friday morning) and I wasn't having contractions, so I don't see the point of going in when that's all they would monitor again. Sigh. I know it's because I overdid it. Sometimes I get a little cocky that things are going well and then I end up feeling yucky that night or the next day. Oh well, is what it is. I can feel Amelia pushing on my sides, so I am wondering if the girls are trying to make my hips bigger! Whatever it is, I already feel better sitting on the couch with my feet off to take some pressure off my hips. Hopefully the rest gets better too so I can sleep!

[Stephanieford78]

Babyluv - So things are getting painful now for you too? Those BH don't seem to be feeling any better. Not sure if you are feeling that yet. I guess they say due to size you can feel it more, where regular preggers with a singleton don't even know the are having them mostly. As for delivery, there is no planned section anymore. Because my ob isn't my ob anymore, it is whatever doc is here taking care of me. After my last bleed the concerative HR doc said I am not going anywhere and if I bleed again they are coming, otherwise he wants me to make it to 36 weeks. On Monday is another HR doc. So he might see things differently. The way I feel everyday, I think I will have lost my mind after another 2 weeks just because this pain is just taking it's toll on me and yes, effecting me mentally a bit. The body is built to handle such stress on itself, but my head is losing it's patience. lol This is why women get epidurals after all! Anyway... enjoy your Cheerios and Jimmy. lol Take care baby mama!

Sara - Glad to see you pop in. How are you feeling lately? Hopefully much better than me though you aren't far behind me. Keep resting and relaxing as much as possible. I couldn't imagine having to work feeling this way. You are a strong mama! Keep up the great work!

Katie - Hopefully by the time you have baby number two, you will have found a great ob that you don't have to keep swaping with his partners. I never liked that in the past, or just getting anyone when I use to go to the clinic. I am glad I got to choose one this time, though it back fired anyway since as soon as I was admitted I got assigned to the true HR docs here. It's ok though, I like my doc. She comes in every morning then again for rounds a few hours later. She calls herself Nancy intead of Dr Hawn. She is very laid back and down to Earth where most docs think they are god. lol I just really hope that when I bust, she is on call! So whatever happened to throwing a fit to get your u/s? lol All it takes is for them to measure the head, belly and femur, why do they have to be so difficult? As for Chris, poor papa not getting any kicks or punches from his ornery little girl? Geesh! Maybe he needs to pick on her back? Andrew does that with the twins, though now he can't because it hurts too much. No wiggle room! lol He pushes and pokes all over my belly till someone moves. There is also the soda can trick too. You are far enough that it would be funny to do now. It works better with one baby than two, we tried. lol Just not enough room for them to move from one side of the belly to another. Other than being ornery back to little Savannah, not sure what to tell you.

Tammy - I wish it wasn't so. Mourn and think it over. Making hasty decisions now might not be the best. Not to mention other options available if you choose to go another route. Either way, we are still all here for you and rooting you on in any decision you make. Take your time to mourn and come back. Let us know how you are. Much love friend!

Angela - You should be excited! It isn't too much longer and you will get to meet your precious little Gabriella! I bet you even dream about her don't you? I had a dream about the twins the other night. I think it was a lucid dream because I kept wanting to memorize their face so I could remember it when I woke up. lol How often do you realize you are in a dream, in a dream? Oh and I heard about that recall! It's all over Craigslist.

AFM - Ok, down another day. If I don't have the babies by the ass crack of dawn then I have to wait till Monday. Like I have a choice. lol I have just gotten use to my doc here, she is so cool and she has off over the weekend. The resident over the weekends is ok, but I think I am smarter than her. lol Nothing new to report really. Each day hurts more, one of these days I am just going to break down and cry. The contractions may not be regular, but they are nice and strong. It's torture I tell you! And it effects me just like a woman in labor. You know... Don't touch me, stop kicking my bed, stop being an ass. I am so not in the mood for Andrew's sarcasm and bad jokes lately! All it does is remind me of childhood and make me think... Great, I have an extra kid to take care of. He actually said to me that since I was having contractions, it was a good time for him to sleep. WHAT? So I get to sit here in pain very 5 minutes until it decides to leave me alone while I listen to you snore? I don't get offered a massage or a foot rub to help. So yeah, the last few days have felt like I am in some kind of labor limbo. I get the pain, I get the bitchiness, but not the babies. Did I mention how much fun I am having? lol TV sucks, but we have been playing a lot of UNO. Yesterday and today I have been going down to the Healing Garden and being pushed all over the hospital just to take up some time. The garden isn't much, just a few simple fountains and some dried out plants. lol Still better than being stuck in the room and I get to be outside for a while. Andrew pushes the wheelchair like a race car. Came around a corner and almost took out a doctor. I know he gets stir crazy here too, but he leaves and is gone most of the day. Oh well. Soon enough these babies will be out, I will be healing and hopefully Andrew grows a few brain cells back. lol OH... the in laws... His mom, step dad, brother and the sisters kid that was adopted by their mom. Not sure what to call him, nephew or brother? The sister doesn't want to come so YAY! She would have been the biggest problem. Though I don't see how the people coming will actually "help" me at home with the babies. I am going to have to try and child proof my house as soon as I get home. I am pretty sure no one will watch the little one, he is 3 and that is a very curious and independant stage. We shall see. At least it isn't a whole trailer full of rednecks. lol Ok, sleep meds are kicking in. I better stop rambling and let them do their job for a couple hours.

[angelaezra]

It's over. 58.8. It's either ectopic or a miscarriage. I think I'm done with IVF.

Tammy – I am so very sorry to hear about your news. I know it is so very disappointing but please take time for you and your DH to coup with everything and then make your decision then.

Angela

[angelaezra]

Katie – I had to take a double take at your ticker … lol. You are 36 weeks … whoo hoo! I just can’t believe how the time is just flying by us. You are right though, I can’t believe that I am getting so much closer also. But, actually I have 12 weeks left because my high risk OB said he would induce me at 39 weeks if I haven’t already gone into labor because he doesn’t believe in letting the baby stay in there once she is considered term and I am ok with that … lol. My mom seems to think I will deliver around Thanksgiving or a little after because all of the women in my family have delivered early, so we will see if I will be one of them.

Sara – How has the swelling been for you? I have been thinking of you and wondering how you were doing especially since you talked about how swollen you were the last time that you posted.

Stephanie – I know you are about to lose your mind but you are such a strong woman that you will just sail through this and be at home before you know it with two healthy babies. That is good news regarding the in-laws…

Yes, I am getting so excited to finally meet her. I sit back and think I will have my baby in my arms in 12 weeks or less!

AFM – Well ladies, late Thursday night I started having Braxton Hicks back to back for about 30 minutes or more. So I immediately lied down and they began to slow down but it took them an hour or more for them to completely stop. I called my high risk OB first thing on Friday morning and she said definitely call if I have more than 6 in an hour and for me to take it easy throughout the day. So I went to work but didn’t do much and made it a half day so I could rest. I ended up having to take my mother to Urgent Care yesterday because she was having problems with her eye and her ophthalmologist was closed. So of course the contractions started once again last night because I overdid it once again. There is also a woman who I work with that is due 4 days before me and I just found out that she was admitted to hospital last Sunday because she was having back to back Braxton Hicks. So, I think that at this stage in our pregnancy we are at risk for multiple Braxton Hicks so now I have to be extremely careful. I am scheduled for our maternity tour at 1pm today, so if they start to come frequently again we will have to sit out the rest of the tour. I am very happy that I have a doctor’s appointment on Monday. Oh and I forgot to tell you ladies that for the last three times that I have gone to my OB she tells me that I have lost more weight, so I have been trying to eat more but I find myself becoming full so quickly just after I start eating and then I am starving during the middle of the night. I think it is because she is getting bigger and pushing on my stomach. So when I went over my parent’s house my dad says you look like you are losing weight! So it will be good that they will do a complete scan of her to see if she is gaining enough weight on Monday also. Well I need to go get dressed so I can go to my tour now. Have a great Saturday!

Angela

[babyluv]

Angela - Ugh, those Braxton Hicks are so annoying!! Sorry you are having so many. I recommend just getting a wheelchair and having DH push you. That's what we did and it was totally fine. Better to be safe. I've had BH since 19 weeks and they haven't caused any cervical changes, but it's good to rest as much as possible!! And lots of water!

Steph - oh my goodness, you sound so beyond miserable. I know it will be worth it in the end, but for now you just want to have them out and healthy! Everyday they get a little bigger, a little stronger. Even though they are totally fine to be born now, a few more days may mean zero NICU time...ah, that will be so nice! Until then, I really hope you can get some relief. My BH are starting to get more painful for sure, but I'm sure they are no where near what you are dealing with right now. I'm hoping my height will give the babies more room to spread out, but I can tell they are dropping as my uterus lower now. And I am SO happy that Andrew's sister is NOT coming for Thanksgiving!

AFM - Feeling MUCH better this morning! The cramping stopped and after I rearranged all of my pillows so I could basically sleep in an almost sitting position (basically leaning back) and with a pillow under my hips, the hip pain stopped. Every time I tried to move onto my side (didn't matter which side), the hip pain came back. Not fun since I always sleep on my side, but at least I made it through! My kids were up late last night (we had friends over), somehow Alex's clock alarm went off at 3:30am, and they were STILL up before 6am...so yea, they (well, mostly Alex, Scarlett's been pretty good) have been pretty naughty this morning. My mom was dealing with it until we got up at 8am (oh how I love her...I really needed that extra sleep), and now Darren has been playing with them ever since. Alex naps MAYBE once a month, and today would be a good day. If not, we're in for a loooong afternoon/evening. I'm thinking it will be early bedtime for them tonight!

[angelaezra]

Babyluv – Thanks for the advice! The tour was ok but I still had a few Braxton Hicks during it but not too many. The tour was very informative and there were about 6 or 7 couples and one brought their 5 year old child. I guess they missed the information that they mailed to us not to bring small children. He was very cute though but when it came to the important stuff he kept talking and talking so it was difficult to hear. The hospital has two different sections and I really hope we have the newer section because the older section was built in the 1800’s … lol. They were almost completely full today so there were some rooms that we couldn’t see.

Angela

[Stephanieford78]

Made it another day. Even the doctors refer to me as a ticking time bomb. lol I wasn't going to post since it's the weekend and not too many people post. I like to have a few personals when I post. Anyway, the reason I am is because I found a few little fresh spots just a little bit ago so I might blow here soon. Strange that it was just a few spots. It was a few good gushes befere. I will let everyone know if eshow up or if I have made it another day tomorrow.

Angela - I am glad your tour went well spite the little kid. I went on a marriage retreat once and we were told n kids, yet there is always one with a little one screaming in the back, isn't there? Anyway, I hope you get the newer side! I will never forget the hospital where I delievered Alex. It was perfect! It was a Catholic hospital so I guess they are well funded and can afford all the perks. The room was huge, you got to labor and deliver in the same room. It had all nice detailed wood furniture in the room. From a big beautiful armoir to the bassinets the babies were in. Reminded me of Jenny Lind style. The bathroom was big too, held a jacuzzi tub. That was nice. So now you are getting BH often? That's no fun! I hope they calm down and are harmless.

Babyluv- Those BH are a pain aren't they? I am glad you have height on your side to give babies more room! Sometimes it feels and even looks like thy are trying to come out through my belly. Oh, so get this... I can't lay down to sleep anymore, I HAVE to be up and on my back for the most part. I am having what I was told is uterine irritability. They feel like contractions, they are painful, last a while and such. It happens when I am laying on one side and go to turn to the other. Every inch I move, another contraction, wait... move and another one, then again and again each time I move until I'm back in a rested spot. Fun huh? This explains why I feel athe same time everytime I got to get up. These are not real contractions, not BH but uterine irritability because I am so big. I really hope you don't have to go through this when you get farther along!! I think I just have bad luck. lol I get almost every symptom there is.

Katie - How are you feeling???

Ok baby mamas, where are you hiding? It's the weekend, you should all be resting and surfing the net. lol Hope everyone has an awesome weekend! Take care and I will attempt to keep cooking these buns.