Karen: I cannot believe you are still taking your progesterone shots!!! My goodness your doc is cautious!! I guess it never hurts to be overly cautious! I do feel for you!!
The one thing I have discovered during this pregnancy is that everyone gains weight differently and it doesn't really matter how much or how little you gain as long as baby is getting what it needs and is growing accordingly. People have had me freaked out saying things like....are you sure there are 2 babies in there..you don't look big enough to be carrying 2 babies......As we have read on this thread, people often say things without thinking!!! Anyway! Keeping my fingers crossed regarding the glucose test!!
Have a good one!!
Marybeth
AUGUST 2008 ~ BUMP BUDDIES
Hi Everyone,
Well, it's official -I have gestational diabetes. I have to go to a class & start checking my blood sugar at home. No more nightly milkshakes for me! But the good news is that baby is doing very well, & other than the diagnosis I feel just fine. I thought I would have symptoms but I don't.
I've gained about 20lbs so far & MD is happy with my weight gain. Marybeth, you are right -we are all different and the most important thing is that mom & baby(s) are healthy.
The only other thing that is going on is that I've moved out of my bedroom into my SD's room. She's only with us every other weekend & has a nice room with her own bathroom. I tried it one night & slept like a baby. I have about 6 or more pillows stacked exactly where I want them to be. I keep the humidifier on full blast to help me breath at night. I'm sleeping 4 to 5 hours in a row now. BUT I do feel guilty about leaving my husband alone in our room. I feel like I'm abandoning him. He snores really loud & tosses & turns all night and he's a big guy who takes up most of our bed. He said it didn't bother him to sleep alone and that makes me feel even worse. Anyone else still having problems with sleeping?
Hope all you mommies & your babies are healthy & happy.
Talk to you later,
Rebecca
Well, it's official -I have gestational diabetes. I have to go to a class & start checking my blood sugar at home. No more nightly milkshakes for me! But the good news is that baby is doing very well, & other than the diagnosis I feel just fine. I thought I would have symptoms but I don't.
I've gained about 20lbs so far & MD is happy with my weight gain. Marybeth, you are right -we are all different and the most important thing is that mom & baby(s) are healthy.
The only other thing that is going on is that I've moved out of my bedroom into my SD's room. She's only with us every other weekend & has a nice room with her own bathroom. I tried it one night & slept like a baby. I have about 6 or more pillows stacked exactly where I want them to be. I keep the humidifier on full blast to help me breath at night. I'm sleeping 4 to 5 hours in a row now. BUT I do feel guilty about leaving my husband alone in our room. I feel like I'm abandoning him. He snores really loud & tosses & turns all night and he's a big guy who takes up most of our bed. He said it didn't bother him to sleep alone and that makes me feel even worse. Anyone else still having problems with sleeping?
Hope all you mommies & your babies are healthy & happy.
Talk to you later,
Rebecca
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3rd IVF -BFP!!!
Hi Rebecca,
I, too, have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I feel great but my OB/GYN told me not to worry. I have a consultation tomorrow w/ someone @ the fetal genetics diagnostic center, my weekly OB/GYN checkups on Saturday then that "Sweeter Choice" class to follow from 9-1. I'm going to have a really LONG day. I hope I can stay awake, though instead of "studying the inside of my eyelids".
I've talked to one of my patients. She had gestational diabetes also when she was pregnant with her first baby. She was given the option of testing her blood sugar and taking the class OR to meet w/ a dietician and be placed on insulin injections. She chose the latter. Oh, no ... no more injections for me! I'm still doing the 2cc progesterone weekly administering. I've got until week 30.
Other than that, life's been uneventful.
Take care,
Karen
I, too, have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I feel great but my OB/GYN told me not to worry. I have a consultation tomorrow w/ someone @ the fetal genetics diagnostic center, my weekly OB/GYN checkups on Saturday then that "Sweeter Choice" class to follow from 9-1. I'm going to have a really LONG day. I hope I can stay awake, though instead of "studying the inside of my eyelids".
I've talked to one of my patients. She had gestational diabetes also when she was pregnant with her first baby. She was given the option of testing her blood sugar and taking the class OR to meet w/ a dietician and be placed on insulin injections. She chose the latter. Oh, no ... no more injections for me! I'm still doing the 2cc progesterone weekly administering. I've got until week 30.
Other than that, life's been uneventful.
Take care,
Karen
Failed IUI
hysteroscopy/laparoscopy 1/07 (blocked tube,endo)
IVF 5/07 BFN
FET 11/07, BFP 12/07
07/31/2008 (508am) --> our son was born!
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hysteroscopy/laparoscopy 1/07 (blocked tube,endo)
IVF 5/07 BFN
FET 11/07, BFP 12/07
07/31/2008 (508am) --> our son was born!
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Karen and Rebecca:Sorry to hear about the gestational diabetes 
. At least it is easily cured. Hang in there....this is just one more little speed bump until you get to hold your little bundle of joy!!
I just updated my 28 week belly shot on Photobucket....From looking at Tina's 24 week photo, I look about double!!
I guess that is about right!
Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Marybeth
. At least it is easily cured. Hang in there....this is just one more little speed bump until you get to hold your little bundle of joy!!I just updated my 28 week belly shot on Photobucket....From looking at Tina's 24 week photo, I look about double!!
I guess that is about right!Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Marybeth
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sharishu
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Hey Everyone-
Well, I've had an exciting couple of days. On Tuesday evening, I wiped bright red blood. It's the first time I bled at all during pregnancy. My dh and I went straight to the emergency room, and they found that it was indeed uterine bleeding, and I was hospitalized- little did I know I'd be there for 2 days
! TG, the baby was kicking away and I was all closed, so I felt good about that. The next day, the U/S technician found that my baby was big, and that there was an increased amount of amniotic fluid. (BTW, the day AFTER that, another technician found that there was a regular amount of fluid, and a regular sized baby, so go figure!) I was always scared of leaking and not having enough fluid, and now they were telling me I had too much! I later learned that these were signs of gestational diabetes. I was so sure I didn't have it since my screening came out fine. Well I did the 3 hour (4 blood tests) glucose test in the hospital the following morning, and the doc on call determined that I had gestational diab. when he saw the test results. They also found that my cervix was shortened (2.5 cm), which puts me at risk (G-d forbid) of preterm labor. I requested to be discharged with all recommendations for follow-up, especially since I had an appointment with my regular ob that evening, and I didn't want to miss the chance to speak with him. I am so glad I opted for that, especially since I wasn't TOO confident in the expertise of the docs at this particular hospital. My regular OB said that he believes I DO NOT have gestational diabetes, since only one of three blood sugar levels following the sugar intake was raised. He said in order for it to be GD, 2 of the three numbers have to be raised. Anyone have any info on that? Rebecca? My ob also said that the shortened cervix is INDEED a high-risk for PT labor, and I am now on bed rest until the end. No straining, lots of rest, etc.
Rebecca,
Sorry to hear about the GD. I am not sure if I actually have at, as you can see the discrepency between the 2 doctors' diagnoses. I am going ahead and acting as if I do have it. Making an appointment with the diabetic women's clinic, and they will determine, definitively, if I do have it. For now, I am following sample GD menus I've found online. My ob also sent me to the high risk clinic for evaluation and treatment re: shortened cervix. Do you know what your numbers were following the glucose 3-hour test? How is it going with your diet? Are you cutting down on work? Hope all is well with you, and that your blood sugar levels resolve soon!
Karen,
Sorry, also, to hear about your GD diagnosis. Glad you are feeling well. I feel pretty well, too, despite all the craziness and bed rest, etc. I will ask you, too, if you know the blood sugar test results of your 3-hour test. Wondering which doctor is correct, and if I truly have it. I am banking on my regular ob, since he is always so right on, and he's the one person who has led me to my diagnosis of endo, which led straight to IVF. I trust him, he's great. However the diabetes clinic docs are the true experts, so we'll see. Good luck with your consult and 'sweeter's choice' class. (Did that happen already? Sorry, I'm a bit discombobulated from being in the hospital this week
).
Seltzer-
Sorry to hear about your continuing gastro difficulties. Hope you feel better! Thanks, I did have a relaxing, enjoyable weekend in Jerusalem. I'm so glad I went before all this craziness started! Good timing. How was Maine? I love Maine, we used to go to Bar Harbor a lot in the summer on family trips when I was little. It was so beautiful, we would hike (which I doubt you are doing much of this trip!), and just enjoy nature in all its glory. Glad you got a chance to go away. And hey, if you ever do decide to come visit the 'holy land', let me know! It would be great meeting you and your family.
Well, that's about it for now. Wishing everyone good health and a great weekend.
Shari
Well, I've had an exciting couple of days. On Tuesday evening, I wiped bright red blood. It's the first time I bled at all during pregnancy. My dh and I went straight to the emergency room, and they found that it was indeed uterine bleeding, and I was hospitalized- little did I know I'd be there for 2 days
! TG, the baby was kicking away and I was all closed, so I felt good about that. The next day, the U/S technician found that my baby was big, and that there was an increased amount of amniotic fluid. (BTW, the day AFTER that, another technician found that there was a regular amount of fluid, and a regular sized baby, so go figure!) I was always scared of leaking and not having enough fluid, and now they were telling me I had too much! I later learned that these were signs of gestational diabetes. I was so sure I didn't have it since my screening came out fine. Well I did the 3 hour (4 blood tests) glucose test in the hospital the following morning, and the doc on call determined that I had gestational diab. when he saw the test results. They also found that my cervix was shortened (2.5 cm), which puts me at risk (G-d forbid) of preterm labor. I requested to be discharged with all recommendations for follow-up, especially since I had an appointment with my regular ob that evening, and I didn't want to miss the chance to speak with him. I am so glad I opted for that, especially since I wasn't TOO confident in the expertise of the docs at this particular hospital. My regular OB said that he believes I DO NOT have gestational diabetes, since only one of three blood sugar levels following the sugar intake was raised. He said in order for it to be GD, 2 of the three numbers have to be raised. Anyone have any info on that? Rebecca? My ob also said that the shortened cervix is INDEED a high-risk for PT labor, and I am now on bed rest until the end. No straining, lots of rest, etc. Rebecca,
Sorry to hear about the GD. I am not sure if I actually have at, as you can see the discrepency between the 2 doctors' diagnoses. I am going ahead and acting as if I do have it. Making an appointment with the diabetic women's clinic, and they will determine, definitively, if I do have it. For now, I am following sample GD menus I've found online. My ob also sent me to the high risk clinic for evaluation and treatment re: shortened cervix. Do you know what your numbers were following the glucose 3-hour test? How is it going with your diet? Are you cutting down on work? Hope all is well with you, and that your blood sugar levels resolve soon!
Karen,
Sorry, also, to hear about your GD diagnosis. Glad you are feeling well. I feel pretty well, too, despite all the craziness and bed rest, etc. I will ask you, too, if you know the blood sugar test results of your 3-hour test. Wondering which doctor is correct, and if I truly have it. I am banking on my regular ob, since he is always so right on, and he's the one person who has led me to my diagnosis of endo, which led straight to IVF. I trust him, he's great. However the diabetes clinic docs are the true experts, so we'll see. Good luck with your consult and 'sweeter's choice' class. (Did that happen already? Sorry, I'm a bit discombobulated from being in the hospital this week
).Seltzer-
Sorry to hear about your continuing gastro difficulties. Hope you feel better! Thanks, I did have a relaxing, enjoyable weekend in Jerusalem. I'm so glad I went before all this craziness started! Good timing. How was Maine? I love Maine, we used to go to Bar Harbor a lot in the summer on family trips when I was little. It was so beautiful, we would hike (which I doubt you are doing much of this trip!), and just enjoy nature in all its glory. Glad you got a chance to go away. And hey, if you ever do decide to come visit the 'holy land', let me know! It would be great meeting you and your family.
Well, that's about it for now. Wishing everyone good health and a great weekend.
Shari
Damaged Tubes; 1st IVF- BFN; 2nd IVF-BFP, our precious son :); 3rd IVF stopped due to natural miracle BFP, then mc@8 wks.; 4th IVF: June '11- BFN :( Bring On IVF#4!
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[img]Hi Shari,
So sorry to hear about the scare you've had & the bedrest. That little bit of bleeding might have been a blessing though since it alerted your MD to the cervix problem. I know you & baby will be just fine. You're already at almost 30 weeks( which I know is extremely early but most babies can do OK at this point) but if you do start having preterm labor they can give you medications to stop the labor. Or if it gets to a point that they can't stop it, they can give you steroids that will help to mature baby's lungs. Hang in there. It could be much worse -you could be at 26 weeks with this happening. And it sounds like baby is doing just fine, jumping around & enjoying the ride.
I agree with your MD that you probably don't have GD. I've also read that 2 of the 3 hours should be over 140 to be diagnosed with GD. My results were: 90 baseline, then around 150, 170, & 160 something or other. Since you'll be on bedrest though, it won't hurt to start avoiding concentrated sweets but personally I wouldn't go overly crazy with it.
Hang in there! Get DH to get you plenty of library books, magazines & crossword puzzles.
Rebecca
So sorry to hear about the scare you've had & the bedrest. That little bit of bleeding might have been a blessing though since it alerted your MD to the cervix problem. I know you & baby will be just fine. You're already at almost 30 weeks( which I know is extremely early but most babies can do OK at this point) but if you do start having preterm labor they can give you medications to stop the labor. Or if it gets to a point that they can't stop it, they can give you steroids that will help to mature baby's lungs. Hang in there. It could be much worse -you could be at 26 weeks with this happening. And it sounds like baby is doing just fine, jumping around & enjoying the ride.
I agree with your MD that you probably don't have GD. I've also read that 2 of the 3 hours should be over 140 to be diagnosed with GD. My results were: 90 baseline, then around 150, 170, & 160 something or other. Since you'll be on bedrest though, it won't hurt to start avoiding concentrated sweets but personally I wouldn't go overly crazy with it.
Hang in there! Get DH to get you plenty of library books, magazines & crossword puzzles.
Rebecca
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3rd IVF -BFP!!!
2 IVF's & 2 FET -all BFN
3rd IVF -BFP!!!
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sharishu
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Rebecca,
Thanks for the info and reassurance. However my doc said that 150 is the cutoff for 'normal' for the 3 hour test (since you ingest double the sugar that they give you in the screening). I've read that 140 is for the screening. Perhaps different doctors use different protocols. If the diabetes clinic goes by 140, then I do have GD. My results: {91bl-->(1)199-->(2)145-->(3)130}. Well, we shall see soon enough.
I am reading up on what to do for shortened cervix. Doesn't look like there are many ways to lengthen it, so I am just gonna try not to strain to keep it closed for as long as possible. Shooting for 7.5 more weeks, please G-d!
Well, again, have a great weekend. Gonna go check on my chicken.
Shari
Thanks for the info and reassurance. However my doc said that 150 is the cutoff for 'normal' for the 3 hour test (since you ingest double the sugar that they give you in the screening). I've read that 140 is for the screening. Perhaps different doctors use different protocols. If the diabetes clinic goes by 140, then I do have GD. My results: {91bl-->(1)199-->(2)145-->(3)130}. Well, we shall see soon enough.
I am reading up on what to do for shortened cervix. Doesn't look like there are many ways to lengthen it, so I am just gonna try not to strain to keep it closed for as long as possible. Shooting for 7.5 more weeks, please G-d!
Well, again, have a great weekend. Gonna go check on my chicken.
Shari
Damaged Tubes; 1st IVF- BFN; 2nd IVF-BFP, our precious son :); 3rd IVF stopped due to natural miracle BFP, then mc@8 wks.; 4th IVF: June '11- BFN :( Bring On IVF#4!
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[img]Hi Shari:
OMG ... I felt as if I was right there with you hearing about your episode of excitement. I'm glad that everything is okay.
I take that back about my life being uneventful. My '94 Corolla has not been acting like itself. The other day, my husband had to take me to work and pick me up because it wouldn't start. He told me of all times for me to get car trouble. (My DH is an auto mechanic.) He was able to fix it, something as small as changing the distributor. I don't know much about cars. We're not in the market for a new car just yet. Need to assess our finances ... we're wondering what our portion will be when we take baby home from the hospital. Well, I told my DH, things could have been worse, my car troubles could have happened when we were in transit on the big day to the hospital.
I go in for my consultation this afternoon and the class is tomorrow.
BTW, the one hour test for me baseline was 83 followed by 152.
For the three hour, these are the numbers that I got: 69 (baseline), 150, 184, 111.
I'm not to sure what all of this means yet. All my OB/GYN told me was that my glucose was slightly raised. I'll check in again after my consultation. Am I the only one who goes in once a week to see my OB/GYN?
Karen
OMG ... I felt as if I was right there with you hearing about your episode of excitement. I'm glad that everything is okay.
I take that back about my life being uneventful. My '94 Corolla has not been acting like itself. The other day, my husband had to take me to work and pick me up because it wouldn't start. He told me of all times for me to get car trouble. (My DH is an auto mechanic.) He was able to fix it, something as small as changing the distributor. I don't know much about cars. We're not in the market for a new car just yet. Need to assess our finances ... we're wondering what our portion will be when we take baby home from the hospital. Well, I told my DH, things could have been worse, my car troubles could have happened when we were in transit on the big day to the hospital.
I go in for my consultation this afternoon and the class is tomorrow.
BTW, the one hour test for me baseline was 83 followed by 152.
For the three hour, these are the numbers that I got: 69 (baseline), 150, 184, 111.
I'm not to sure what all of this means yet. All my OB/GYN told me was that my glucose was slightly raised. I'll check in again after my consultation. Am I the only one who goes in once a week to see my OB/GYN?
Karen
Failed IUI
hysteroscopy/laparoscopy 1/07 (blocked tube,endo)
IVF 5/07 BFN
FET 11/07, BFP 12/07
07/31/2008 (508am) --> our son was born!
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hysteroscopy/laparoscopy 1/07 (blocked tube,endo)
IVF 5/07 BFN
FET 11/07, BFP 12/07
07/31/2008 (508am) --> our son was born!
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Hi all, it's me again ...
HMPH!!!
I just got back from driving into town. First of all, I almost got rear ended. Then my car again started to act up then died just as I got to the parking structure ticket spitter. It started up again when I put it into "park".
Okay, I go to my appointment for the consultation for the "Sweeter Choice" because the class is tomorrow. Anyways, my name wasn't even on the schedule! I'll bet you can just imagine how hopping angry I was. Even when I came in with the referral slips.
The story goes is that the Fetal Diagnostic center had called my doctor's office to tell them to repeat the 3-hour glucose test. (What?!? I have to repeat it?) In order for me to enroll into the "Sweeter Choice" consultation and class, I have to fail 2 out of the 3 blood draws. (But I actually thought I did. I did post my results somewhere earlier.) Sheesh! Then the girl tells me that she told them to call me so that I wouldn't have to waste my time going into town.
Thank goodness that my OB/GYN office is just a few floors up. I went there to complain of what happened. And yes, someone did take the call and not even inform me to not come in and just schedule the 3-hour glucose test. D*MN!!! Such incompetencies. Can't even make a courtesy call.
So anyways, I have a 3-hour test tomorrow besides my weekly appointment. You can bet when the results come in, I'm probably going to raise h*ll and make absolutely sure that I qualify for the class ... I don't want to repeat what I've gone through today once more.
Karen
HMPH!!!
I just got back from driving into town. First of all, I almost got rear ended. Then my car again started to act up then died just as I got to the parking structure ticket spitter. It started up again when I put it into "park".
Okay, I go to my appointment for the consultation for the "Sweeter Choice" because the class is tomorrow. Anyways, my name wasn't even on the schedule! I'll bet you can just imagine how hopping angry I was. Even when I came in with the referral slips.
The story goes is that the Fetal Diagnostic center had called my doctor's office to tell them to repeat the 3-hour glucose test. (What?!? I have to repeat it?) In order for me to enroll into the "Sweeter Choice" consultation and class, I have to fail 2 out of the 3 blood draws. (But I actually thought I did. I did post my results somewhere earlier.) Sheesh! Then the girl tells me that she told them to call me so that I wouldn't have to waste my time going into town.
Thank goodness that my OB/GYN office is just a few floors up. I went there to complain of what happened. And yes, someone did take the call and not even inform me to not come in and just schedule the 3-hour glucose test. D*MN!!! Such incompetencies. Can't even make a courtesy call.
So anyways, I have a 3-hour test tomorrow besides my weekly appointment. You can bet when the results come in, I'm probably going to raise h*ll and make absolutely sure that I qualify for the class ... I don't want to repeat what I've gone through today once more.
Karen
Failed IUI
hysteroscopy/laparoscopy 1/07 (blocked tube,endo)
IVF 5/07 BFN
FET 11/07, BFP 12/07
07/31/2008 (508am) --> our son was born!
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hysteroscopy/laparoscopy 1/07 (blocked tube,endo)
IVF 5/07 BFN
FET 11/07, BFP 12/07
07/31/2008 (508am) --> our son was born!
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Hi ladies! Well, I feel terrible for all that everyone is going through right now! It seems like things are getting a little tough for everyone.
Shari - I am so sorry that you are on bed rest! Sounds like you have had some scares!! I am so sorry! I am sure now that you are on bed rest, all will be fine. It is amazing how life can change on a dime, huh?
Karen - Ugghhh - you have also had it rough. Why the heck does the car have to start having problems NOW? Double ugghh!!! Sorry about the whole mess with your class and with you glucose screening.
Rebecca - sorry about your glucose test, too. I am lucky that I am still sleeping fairly well, although I was traveling for work this week and slept in this terribly uncomfortable hotel bed the other night that made me crazy!! I have got to stop traveling soon. IT SUCKS! I have also gained 20 pounds. I am not worried about it. I am doing what I need to do, so not going to stress about it. I think sleeping in the other room, although it is difficult might be what you need right now if you are having problems sleeping. It is only temporary and you really need as much sleep as possible now. After the baby comes, we won't sleep for a while!! We have a king size bed, so we don't tend to get in each other's ways but my numerous pillows are getting a little out of hand. It is quite a production to get ready for bed at night...
Marybeth - you still look GREAT! And the boys' room is looking so cute!! Post more pics of it. I am desperate for more ideas. I posted my 28 week shot and also Noah's crazy curtains. I know, I know - they are a little over-the-top, but I do think they are cute. I had someone make them and they are a bit fancy, but they look so cute. We are picking up the dresser and hutch tomorrow - I can't wait! I just need the chair to come in and need to find a rug and more stuff for the walls. What are you putting on the walls??? So happy the boys are doing so great - yeah!!!
Ok ladies, I am off. I wish you all the best. I am thankful that I still have not had any real issues to speak of and am still a traveling fool. Please know that I am thinking of all of you though and praying for you. I am traveling Mon and Tues of next week and then we are off to Denver the following weekend for a wedding. After that, I might do one more business trip and then I am going to call it quits. I am starting to get nervous of it, you know? Our couple's baby shower is coming up in a few weeks and we have friends coming in from all over for it - Houston, Dallas, Denver - I am so excited. My best friend and her husband are throwing it and it is going to just be one big party - a margarita machine, lots of food, wine, beer, etc. My college roommate is coming in with her husband and new baby (although her hubby will stay at the house and take care of the baby during the shower) and they are staying the night with us. My husband's best friends from Denver are also going to stay the weekend with us - quite the full house! I feel blessed to have such great friends that are willing to make the trip in town for it. It will probably be our only shower, so hopefully we get lots of great stuff. My husband and I don't have a lot of family here and everyone I work closely with is based on the East Coast since I work remotely, so probably won't have any other showers. Take care all!!! You are all in my prayers...
Tina
Shari - I am so sorry that you are on bed rest! Sounds like you have had some scares!! I am so sorry! I am sure now that you are on bed rest, all will be fine. It is amazing how life can change on a dime, huh?
Karen - Ugghhh - you have also had it rough. Why the heck does the car have to start having problems NOW? Double ugghh!!! Sorry about the whole mess with your class and with you glucose screening.
Rebecca - sorry about your glucose test, too. I am lucky that I am still sleeping fairly well, although I was traveling for work this week and slept in this terribly uncomfortable hotel bed the other night that made me crazy!! I have got to stop traveling soon. IT SUCKS! I have also gained 20 pounds. I am not worried about it. I am doing what I need to do, so not going to stress about it. I think sleeping in the other room, although it is difficult might be what you need right now if you are having problems sleeping. It is only temporary and you really need as much sleep as possible now. After the baby comes, we won't sleep for a while!! We have a king size bed, so we don't tend to get in each other's ways but my numerous pillows are getting a little out of hand. It is quite a production to get ready for bed at night...
Marybeth - you still look GREAT! And the boys' room is looking so cute!! Post more pics of it. I am desperate for more ideas. I posted my 28 week shot and also Noah's crazy curtains. I know, I know - they are a little over-the-top, but I do think they are cute. I had someone make them and they are a bit fancy, but they look so cute. We are picking up the dresser and hutch tomorrow - I can't wait! I just need the chair to come in and need to find a rug and more stuff for the walls. What are you putting on the walls??? So happy the boys are doing so great - yeah!!!
Ok ladies, I am off. I wish you all the best. I am thankful that I still have not had any real issues to speak of and am still a traveling fool. Please know that I am thinking of all of you though and praying for you. I am traveling Mon and Tues of next week and then we are off to Denver the following weekend for a wedding. After that, I might do one more business trip and then I am going to call it quits. I am starting to get nervous of it, you know? Our couple's baby shower is coming up in a few weeks and we have friends coming in from all over for it - Houston, Dallas, Denver - I am so excited. My best friend and her husband are throwing it and it is going to just be one big party - a margarita machine, lots of food, wine, beer, etc. My college roommate is coming in with her husband and new baby (although her hubby will stay at the house and take care of the baby during the shower) and they are staying the night with us. My husband's best friends from Denver are also going to stay the weekend with us - quite the full house! I feel blessed to have such great friends that are willing to make the trip in town for it. It will probably be our only shower, so hopefully we get lots of great stuff. My husband and I don't have a lot of family here and everyone I work closely with is based on the East Coast since I work remotely, so probably won't have any other showers. Take care all!!! You are all in my prayers...
Tina
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2 IUI's-BFN
1st IVF: BFP
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Shari - Wow, I was quite alarmed when I read your post. I am so glad things have quieted down and the bleeding has stopped. You must have been beside yourself. I must say that the bed rest thing totally sucks...hang in there and like Rebecca said, have your DH get you plenty of stuff to keep you busy. A friend of mine who had twins (they are 8 now) was on bed rest from 25 weeks on, and she said it was really hard. Also, my (former) aunt had to have her cervix sewn shut at the beginning of her pregnancy (she had a history of miscarriages b/c of cervical incompetence) and had to be on complete best rest the whole time. Her daughter is now about 10. So hang in there, you will do great and give birth to a healthy little boy. I hope one day I can come visit the Holy Land...as soon as the infant/toddler stages pass and I can catch my breath again!
Karen & Rebecca- sorry to hear about your GD...hopefully the treatment won't be a big deal. At least you don't have much time left w/the pregnancy. Rebecca, thanks for the info on the perineal massage. I'm going to give it a go. And I definitely don't want someone else doing it, LOL. By the way, the Memorial Day weekend weather in Maine was pretty hot. Usually it is crisp and cool there, but it was quite warm this time. DP got a bit of sun (I am always slathered in sunblock).
Tina and Marybeth - I really enjoyed your pics. You both look great. Maybe if I ever get around to it I will post my bump pic.
Things have been stressful...DP and I have been fighting (don't even get me started on her!) and it is just wearing me down so bad. I wish for once she would have a little compassion (at least b/c of the pregnancy). I have been so incredibly mad at her, and I don't have any friends outside of work (and my mother & other family live an hour away), so I've been really lonely and depressed and isolated. It sucks. I've spent yesterday evening and night crying...I swear my eyes have never been this swollen. I ain't lookin' my best - 30 weeks pregnant, run ragged by a toddler, and an emotional wreck. I did have my first childbirth class the other night, and that was exciting. I just cannot WAIT to have this kid!
Karen & Rebecca- sorry to hear about your GD...hopefully the treatment won't be a big deal. At least you don't have much time left w/the pregnancy. Rebecca, thanks for the info on the perineal massage. I'm going to give it a go. And I definitely don't want someone else doing it, LOL. By the way, the Memorial Day weekend weather in Maine was pretty hot. Usually it is crisp and cool there, but it was quite warm this time. DP got a bit of sun (I am always slathered in sunblock).
Tina and Marybeth - I really enjoyed your pics. You both look great. Maybe if I ever get around to it I will post my bump pic.
Things have been stressful...DP and I have been fighting (don't even get me started on her!) and it is just wearing me down so bad. I wish for once she would have a little compassion (at least b/c of the pregnancy). I have been so incredibly mad at her, and I don't have any friends outside of work (and my mother & other family live an hour away), so I've been really lonely and depressed and isolated. It sucks. I've spent yesterday evening and night crying...I swear my eyes have never been this swollen. I ain't lookin' my best - 30 weeks pregnant, run ragged by a toddler, and an emotional wreck. I did have my first childbirth class the other night, and that was exciting. I just cannot WAIT to have this kid!
Me - 41; DP - 43
8/2/08 - Keira Grace born
12/10/06 - Nathaniel Paul born
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Hey Ladies,
Thanks for all the well wishes. I am doing okay, resting, not going crazy YET. My dh and I arranged times during the week where we would get out and do something relaxing (and non-strenuous). I will be going this week to the high risk clinic and diabetic center. Will keep you posted.
Rebecca,
With all the craziness, I forgot to tell you how I was LAUGHING when reading your post about your sleeping arrangement. In my case, I always start out in our bedroom with a cuddle and an earnest attempt to drift off to dreamland. Invariably, I always end up adjourning to the living room, where I set up my pillows on the sofa, blast the A/C, and have a good night's sleep! So don't feel bad, you are not the only one. I have a good friend who told me recently that the only place she could sleep comfortably while pregnant (and for a time post-partum) was in the basement.
Karen,
Hi. I did some googling on Friday after posting here, and found some protocols for the glucose load 3-hour test. I found that 155 is a cut-off according to one protocol, in which case you'd be borderline. I'm guessing that's why they want to test you again. Good luck!
Tina,
Just wanted to tell you to PLEEEEASE be careful with all the travel you are doing. Do you have to carry heavy bags by yourself? If something feels like it is too much for you, it probably is. At my work, I was ignoring the fact that there were certain activities which were not good for me, like sitting on the floor and getting up several times during a given therapy session to get a toy or game from my closet. I was actually embarrassed to request from parents to help me out when I needed to lift their kids. It's NOT worth it. Trust me, as I had a pretty big scare and now need to be on bed rest. I believe all the straining I did was a big part of the cause for my current situation, which I am not at all thrilled about. Of course you know your body best, just make sure to listen to ALL the signs it gives you. Don't ignore them, thinking that you will be letting people down. Take it easy, and be well! And yes, as you said, life can change on a dime. Crazy, huh? (Sorry to sound like a nudge, and I don't mean to scare you, I just felt I had to say something after what I've been through this past week). Oh, and enjoy the wedding and upcoming shower. Sure it will be great with all your good friends!
Seltzer,
Too bad about the hot weather in Maine. I also remember as a kid that it was pretty cool/mild, even in the summer. Sorry about you and DP fighting. Pregnancy is stressful, and it can certainly take its toll on relationships. Hopefully once the baby comes and you settle into a routine, things will calm down. Hoping you are feeling better as you read this. No more puffy eyes for you!
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Gonna get going. Be well, and have a great week everyone.
Shari
Thanks for all the well wishes. I am doing okay, resting, not going crazy YET. My dh and I arranged times during the week where we would get out and do something relaxing (and non-strenuous). I will be going this week to the high risk clinic and diabetic center. Will keep you posted.
Rebecca,
With all the craziness, I forgot to tell you how I was LAUGHING when reading your post about your sleeping arrangement. In my case, I always start out in our bedroom with a cuddle and an earnest attempt to drift off to dreamland. Invariably, I always end up adjourning to the living room, where I set up my pillows on the sofa, blast the A/C, and have a good night's sleep! So don't feel bad, you are not the only one. I have a good friend who told me recently that the only place she could sleep comfortably while pregnant (and for a time post-partum) was in the basement.
Karen,
Hi. I did some googling on Friday after posting here, and found some protocols for the glucose load 3-hour test. I found that 155 is a cut-off according to one protocol, in which case you'd be borderline. I'm guessing that's why they want to test you again. Good luck!
Tina,
Just wanted to tell you to PLEEEEASE be careful with all the travel you are doing. Do you have to carry heavy bags by yourself? If something feels like it is too much for you, it probably is. At my work, I was ignoring the fact that there were certain activities which were not good for me, like sitting on the floor and getting up several times during a given therapy session to get a toy or game from my closet. I was actually embarrassed to request from parents to help me out when I needed to lift their kids. It's NOT worth it. Trust me, as I had a pretty big scare and now need to be on bed rest. I believe all the straining I did was a big part of the cause for my current situation, which I am not at all thrilled about. Of course you know your body best, just make sure to listen to ALL the signs it gives you. Don't ignore them, thinking that you will be letting people down. Take it easy, and be well! And yes, as you said, life can change on a dime. Crazy, huh? (Sorry to sound like a nudge, and I don't mean to scare you, I just felt I had to say something after what I've been through this past week). Oh, and enjoy the wedding and upcoming shower. Sure it will be great with all your good friends!
Seltzer,
Too bad about the hot weather in Maine. I also remember as a kid that it was pretty cool/mild, even in the summer. Sorry about you and DP fighting. Pregnancy is stressful, and it can certainly take its toll on relationships. Hopefully once the baby comes and you settle into a routine, things will calm down. Hoping you are feeling better as you read this. No more puffy eyes for you!
.Gonna get going. Be well, and have a great week everyone.
Shari
Damaged Tubes; 1st IVF- BFN; 2nd IVF-BFP, our precious son :); 3rd IVF stopped due to natural miracle BFP, then mc@8 wks.; 4th IVF: June '11- BFN :( Bring On IVF#4!
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[img]Shari - Thanks for the great advice. You are absolutely right. I have always been this type of person - go, go , go. I need to stop. My body just can't handle it. I ran around all day running errands and told my husband tonight that I felt similar to when I completed that marathon. That is scary. My legs just felt so worn out, my back hurt...oh my! This next trip for work is a short one and after that, I think I will beg out of future ones. My boss is very understanding and has been so amazing through this whole experience. I am lucky. I am glad you scolded me. Seriously, I am. You really made me think and I needed that. I always try to overdo things. This is not the time for that. I am glad you are doing ok. I am sure the rest is the best thing for you and it must have been reassuring to know that all is ok. Take care of yourself and I am sure the next couple of months are going to fly by for all of us.
Selzer - Well, my heart goes out to you. Pregnancy is such a wonderful time, but also a tough one at times. We gain weight, are more sensitive, have so much on our minds, our body is doing wacky things...it can be so straining at times. Emotionally I have been fine, but I have to admit that my level of sensitivity has increased substantially. There are some days I just want to cry and I don't even know why! This flight attendant was awful to me on this flight the other day and said my lap top bag would not fit above the seat (in the overhead compartment - which is ALWAYS fits up there)) and made me take it back off the plane. I was SOOOO mad. The bag is a roller bag and it is kind of heavy. I was in row 18 and it was so miserable trying to get it back to the front of the plane while everyone was still boarding and the bag is heavy. I was livid by the time I finally made it to the front and I could feel the tears in my eyes. I felt like I was going to just lose it. But I knew I couldn't. I went back to my seat and she was standing there and I gave her the dirtiest look and I think at that point she realized I was pregnant. I just looked her in the eyes and said, "You know, you could have tried being nicer. I hope this made you feel good". She smarted off back to me and I just wanted to scream. I know she was having a bad day because she just looked miserable when I got on the plane, but give me a break!! I had to sit there and breathe hard and just tell myself not to cry because it was a 3-hour flight we were about to take off on. The problem is that once you start crying, it just compounds itself and I am sure that is what is happening with you. It is just so easy to just let it all go because again, we are just different women right now. I can't imagine also having a toddler to chase after because I can barely chase after myself right now. I feel for you. I really do. Try not to let your DP get to you and just remember - this is not going to last forever. Remind her what it feels like to be pregnant!! I think women tend to forget when it is over and then try to act like they never felt all these crazy emotions!!! Have you noticed that??? And then tell her to back off before she has a whole slew of us pregoos online fly up there to kick her a-- for you! Seriously though, hang in there and do things right now that make you feel good. Get a manicure, take a long nap...whatever you can get away with some days. We are here for you of you need to talk. Always remember that.
Ok ladies, I have to go play in Noah's room. His dresser/changing table hutch thing is here now - my husband picked it up today. The room is really starting to take shape now!
Tina
Seriously, I am. You really made me think and I needed that. I always try to overdo things. This is not the time for that. I am glad you are doing ok. I am sure the rest is the best thing for you and it must have been reassuring to know that all is ok. Take care of yourself and I am sure the next couple of months are going to fly by for all of us.Selzer - Well, my heart goes out to you. Pregnancy is such a wonderful time, but also a tough one at times. We gain weight, are more sensitive, have so much on our minds, our body is doing wacky things...it can be so straining at times. Emotionally I have been fine, but I have to admit that my level of sensitivity has increased substantially. There are some days I just want to cry and I don't even know why! This flight attendant was awful to me on this flight the other day and said my lap top bag would not fit above the seat (in the overhead compartment - which is ALWAYS fits up there)) and made me take it back off the plane. I was SOOOO mad. The bag is a roller bag and it is kind of heavy. I was in row 18 and it was so miserable trying to get it back to the front of the plane while everyone was still boarding and the bag is heavy. I was livid by the time I finally made it to the front and I could feel the tears in my eyes. I felt like I was going to just lose it. But I knew I couldn't. I went back to my seat and she was standing there and I gave her the dirtiest look and I think at that point she realized I was pregnant. I just looked her in the eyes and said, "You know, you could have tried being nicer. I hope this made you feel good". She smarted off back to me and I just wanted to scream. I know she was having a bad day because she just looked miserable when I got on the plane, but give me a break!! I had to sit there and breathe hard and just tell myself not to cry because it was a 3-hour flight we were about to take off on. The problem is that once you start crying, it just compounds itself and I am sure that is what is happening with you. It is just so easy to just let it all go because again, we are just different women right now. I can't imagine also having a toddler to chase after because I can barely chase after myself right now. I feel for you. I really do. Try not to let your DP get to you and just remember - this is not going to last forever. Remind her what it feels like to be pregnant!! I think women tend to forget when it is over and then try to act like they never felt all these crazy emotions!!! Have you noticed that??? And then tell her to back off before she has a whole slew of us pregoos online fly up there to kick her a-- for you!
Seriously though, hang in there and do things right now that make you feel good. Get a manicure, take a long nap...whatever you can get away with some days. We are here for you of you need to talk. Always remember that.Ok ladies, I have to go play in Noah's room. His dresser/changing table hutch thing is here now - my husband picked it up today. The room is really starting to take shape now!
Tina
Me - 40; DH - 42
2 IUI's-BFN
1st IVF: BFP
Noah was born 8/20/08; he's our world!
Started FET 7/11
Only 1 frozen to transfer - praying for another miracle!!!
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Tina,
I was so appalled when I read about that flight attendant who made you shlep your bag off the plane like that. Sounds like she might be one of those people who's having a bad life, not just a bad day. Either way, what a jerk! I am glad to hear you will be lightening up your work load soon, and that you have a great boss! We certainly don't need maniacal bosses now to add to our stress! My boss is a bit zany, but she was understanding when I told her about the bed rest. I know I am leaving her high and dry, as I work there more than any other speech therapist (most therapists work in a special preschool and do some extra therapy sessions in her clinic). Oh well, that is something she will have to deal with. That's life. As far as my situation, I am MUCH calmer than I was when I entered the hospital. Still, I worry about the shortened cervix, and I am forced to 'strain' because of my constipation, not a good combo. Hopefully it'll just stay as is until I have to give birth. (Please G-d, at least till week 37!)
Seltzer,
Amen to what Tina wrote you about how much HARDER this would all be if we had to run after a toddler to boot! Give yourself credit for that, and hope you are feeling better than when you last wrote. I totally agree that at times of high stress, you need to give yourself a 'break'- whether that's a massage, manicure, or a walk in the park. It always helps me feel better and allows me to clear my head to do something relaxing like that. Rest easy!
Marybeth,
How is our token twin momma doing? You always sound so cheerful, and I am glad your pregnancy is going well. May your pregnancy continue to go along smoothly and easily, carrying your babies right up to the end. My sis-in-law was on bedrest with twins from week seven. She bled throughout, and was never sure what would be. She ended up carrying those babies 42 weeks! Hope you go at least 37
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Rebecca,
How are you? Thanks so much for the helpful info regarding preterm labor. I did not know that steroids can be given to help mature the lungs in the event of early labor. It's always good to know info like that ahead of time, as I want to make sure I am prepared with the right technical words in hebrew before I speak to the docs whose english isn't great. (TG, my ob is anglo South African). Hope all is well, and I wish you good luck with your GD follow-up.
Have to go make doctors' appointments. Be well, all!
Shari
I was so appalled when I read about that flight attendant who made you shlep your bag off the plane like that. Sounds like she might be one of those people who's having a bad life, not just a bad day. Either way, what a jerk! I am glad to hear you will be lightening up your work load soon, and that you have a great boss! We certainly don't need maniacal bosses now to add to our stress! My boss is a bit zany, but she was understanding when I told her about the bed rest. I know I am leaving her high and dry, as I work there more than any other speech therapist (most therapists work in a special preschool and do some extra therapy sessions in her clinic). Oh well, that is something she will have to deal with. That's life. As far as my situation, I am MUCH calmer than I was when I entered the hospital. Still, I worry about the shortened cervix, and I am forced to 'strain' because of my constipation, not a good combo. Hopefully it'll just stay as is until I have to give birth. (Please G-d, at least till week 37!)
Seltzer,
Amen to what Tina wrote you about how much HARDER this would all be if we had to run after a toddler to boot! Give yourself credit for that, and hope you are feeling better than when you last wrote. I totally agree that at times of high stress, you need to give yourself a 'break'- whether that's a massage, manicure, or a walk in the park. It always helps me feel better and allows me to clear my head to do something relaxing like that. Rest easy!
Marybeth,
How is our token twin momma doing? You always sound so cheerful, and I am glad your pregnancy is going well. May your pregnancy continue to go along smoothly and easily, carrying your babies right up to the end. My sis-in-law was on bedrest with twins from week seven. She bled throughout, and was never sure what would be. She ended up carrying those babies 42 weeks! Hope you go at least 37
.Rebecca,
How are you? Thanks so much for the helpful info regarding preterm labor. I did not know that steroids can be given to help mature the lungs in the event of early labor. It's always good to know info like that ahead of time, as I want to make sure I am prepared with the right technical words in hebrew before I speak to the docs whose english isn't great. (TG, my ob is anglo South African). Hope all is well, and I wish you good luck with your GD follow-up.
Have to go make doctors' appointments. Be well, all!
Shari
Damaged Tubes; 1st IVF- BFN; 2nd IVF-BFP, our precious son :); 3rd IVF stopped due to natural miracle BFP, then mc@8 wks.; 4th IVF: June '11- BFN :( Bring On IVF#4!
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