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Weekly Chat - Jan 27 to Feb 2 (first post is last post from last week)

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Originally Posted by tillymonster View Post

I just wanted to tell you I am so sorry for your loss at 7.5 weeks. This was exactly me, except I was 8wks or so, it was a terrible experience and now I just freak out and worry every time I get pregnant, this'll be the second pregnancy since my miscarriage and one was the best thing that happened to me, my 3yo daughter. I waited exactly 3 months. It was SO hard. And many of my coworkers guessed, especially with my bionic nose powers! Ha! I would wait atleast another few weeks but for me? My sisters already know, and I told them I might miscarry again and there is not much I can do. It made it a little easier to be around them, having them know. So if next time you see your mom, just tell her if it feels right and tell her it's a secret. First grandchildren are SO EXCITING right! Yay babies! Just thought I'd give my 2cents. And mama-- no guilt. Eat what you want. Just try your best. If something sounds disgusting or delish--- listen to the body!

And ladies, thanks for the kind words. I really don't know HOW that HCG test could possibly have been <.5, which is a tiny tiny amount of hormone and the farthest from being pregnant you could get! But get this... now I'm told that last nights' pee test (I went to urgent care to get an obgyn to check me out, I was freaking) and they now tell me the URINE test was in fact negative!!! They told me it was positive when I was there. I'm so confused. I still feel pregnant. I think? It's really weird, because I am unsure. And it's SO early to know, so I'm just trying to go with the flow. This is certainly a story for the ages, isn't? ROTFLMAO.gif

Thanks tillymonster:) And, I love the 'bionic nose powers' - I totally have bionic nose powers, it's insane! I think I've decided to wait to tell my Mom until after we hear/see the heartbeat at an ultrasound - planning to make an appointment tomorrow for the following week when I'll be 8 weeks, hope they can fit me in! Sorry about the stress you must have gone through with the weird test results and confusion, how awful! Glad you're still with us!!!

 

mrsandmrs - I am the same way about so many things right now food-wise, ugh! We had pretty much transitioned to using coconut oil for cooking and the smell of it when it's heating is making me gag! I'm so bummed because I know it's so much better to use it for cooking (and it's so good for you) but I have to cover my nose when I smell it now, blah! I sure hope this passes soon. I too haven't puked yet but sometimes I just wish that I would so I could feel better. And, hope eggs sound good to you again soon:)

 

LLtheTinkerbell - I was told last pregnancy that my iron was a 'little' low so I supplemented with an additional 18mg and have done so again this pregnancy just in case. Hope that your supplement makes you feel better soon. And, I don't think that you are "jinxing things by hoping", we all need to keep hope alive in our pregnancies and I think we all have a bit of "worrywart fear-mongerer" in us, completely natural!hug.gif

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Thanks for starting a new thread! 

 

tillymonster- That is so crazy. With a 3800 hcg it sounds like they just aren't clear on the urine test. Do you have follow-up appointments? Obviously if you saw the babe on u/s you are in the clear!

 

I like what people have said about if you feel like eating it, eat it. I really never feel like eating and most things just don't sound good to me. I'm not on any special diet though I have gone gluten/dairy free in the past, it turned out I was allergic to oats so I've added everything back in again. We are very much 'in moderation' type people. One difference I've noticed is where I was always a big snacker between patients and through the days at home, I can't really tolerate snacking now. It is a meal or nothing. So far no nausea, a few bouts of bad heartburn though. Seems like the tiredness set in about 4 days ago. That is it for symptoms.

 

We have a 6 week ultrasound to confirm that we are pregnant and it is not ectopic. My beta hcg tests were 55 hour doubling times so it will be nice to have some peace of mind. 

 

Looking forward to getting to know everyone!

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This week is going to be a long one for me. I work alternating 4day/5day weeks and it's my 5 day week. On top of that I had to leave early from fencing class twice last week because I couldn't keep my blood sugar up enough to keep going. I might sit out this week entirely in the hopes that I can get through the ravenous period of pregnancy (does it ever end?)

 

But on the bright side I've been getting projects done! Both creative and around-the-house things and I feel pretty awesome about that.

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I am moving this week, but only a block away from my current house, but I hope it goes well and I don't overdo it. The new house has a garden tub (hello homebirth awesomeness!) and its twice the room, so I am really excited. No barfing while moving!!!! smile.gif

Just told the in laws (I am 8 weeks) and it went better than I thought. So hurrah for that. I am really choosing joy with this pregnancy. Others may think we are not able to afford this baby, but we are willing to sacrifice meals out, cable, and other "necessities" to afford the family we want.
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Double post!
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toothfairy, how soon is your ultrasound? 

 

i tried to buy some "first trimester" clothes today. it was kind of a failure but i guess it was good to see what is (not) available in my small town. i guess i will be doing a lot of shopping online, or driving to seattle or portland. 

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I am moving this week, but only a block away from my current house, but I hope it goes well and I don't overdo it. The new house has a garden tub (hello homebirth awesomeness!) and its twice the room, so I am really excited. No barfing while moving!!!! smile.gif

Just told the in laws (I am 8 weeks) and it went better than I thought. So hurrah for that. I am really choosing joy with this pregnancy. Others may think we are not able to afford this baby, but we are willing to sacrifice meals out, cable, and other "necessities" to afford the family we want.

 

You have a great attitude all around!

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Auden- you really have a great attitude about how to grow your family. It amazes me people don't respect that if you choose to make sacrifices to have a bigger family it is your choice. So many people just aren't used to giving up creature comforts they expect nobody else will!

Mrsandmrs- it is Wednesday morning. Was supposed to be today but I had to work.
post #9 of 28
Woohoo I got a workout in today for the first time since fatigue hit. I didn't feel as tired today so I did a 30 Day Shred workout. I need to get more in this week!
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I did a les mils Bodypump hour this evening and I feel now tired in the "I've earned it" way. smile.gif it's nice.
So far bloating, lack of appetite, and tiredness are the only symptoms.


Freaking out about working with aqua regia at work occasionally (with gloves!). Researching whether or not its safe...... Ack!
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aidenn - I love your positive outlook and I too am choosing joy this pregnancy! Good luck with your move:)

 

katapolis - wow, sounds like you've got a lots going on, glad that you're able to do so much! How far along are you? I'm 7 weeks today and am tired most of the time so haven't been able to do very much myself. I went to the gym once last week and really want to get back to at least 3/week but I just don't have the energy right now. Hope this passes soon... 

 

mrsandmrs - I too feel like I need to get something more comfy as I'm constantly unbuttoning the top button on all of my pants and jeans right now. Thinking of getting some yoga pants, I have one pair in black but think a few more would be nice, maybe some different colors and I'll be able to use them for a while and after pregnancy as well...

 

CookAMH - good for you for getting a work out in! Hope you're able to keep it up this week!! Maybe I'll try to get to the gym today, I know it's good for you but I just have no energy! Plus I've had a headache on and off for 2 days now and that's never a fun thing to bring to a workout. My midwife said that it's OK if I don't feel up to it but to make sure I get back on it during the 2nd trimester, so I don't feel super guilty for not working out enough right now.

 

toothfairy2be - how exciting your first ultrasound tomorrow! I made an appointment for mine for next Thursday, I'll be a little over 8 weeks then:) I plan to tell my parents afterwards:D Trying to think of a fun way to share the exciting news with them, first grandchild and all... Anyone planning a fun way to share your news? Ideas??

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suzie - i am obsessed with the one pair of yoga pants i have. i honestly made fun of them a lot before i bought a pair. i only wear skirts and tights/leggings and yoga pants are really not my style. i only got them on a whim b/c we keep the house cold in the winter. now i am thinking about buying a second pair... never thought i would say that. 

 

 

toothfairy - can't wait to hear your US update! 

 

i had my weekly ultrasound today. they definitely have moved from bean shaped to gummy bear shaped. my wife & I had a lengthy conversation about the gummy bear cartoon show from the 1980s, and the doctor thought we were a little special. then, Baby A did a little wiggle/dance, and i pretty much lost my mind. the heartbeats are cool, but the wiggle is like, wow. they are measuring 8w6d, which is accurate for the exact date of my ovulation but a little bit early for my LMP. since i was using fertility drugs, i ovulated early on that cycle.... it makes things a little confusing, but i am trying to make everyone stick to the later date to buy them as much time on the inside as possible. 

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mrsandmrs, congrats on the great ultrasound!! I so remember that cartoon, it used to come on in the mornings before school! So looking forward to seeing a little wiggle myself, but I'll settle for heartbeat first!! 

 

suzie, get yourself some more yoga pants lady! They will change your life :) I recommend getting them in dark colors, if the fabric tends to be see-through... I have this irrational fear of bending over and the world seeing my underwear through my yoga pants, so I always buy really thick black yoga pants! 

 

Cook, good for you working out! I have that DVD and it is no. joke. I went to Pilates for the first time in a week last night and it was so hard for me to get through. I felt like such a wimp struggling with the most basic things, getting winded much easier than I used to. I was exhausted afterward, went to bed at 9:30p, but still suffered with 'pregnancy insomnia' all night - tossing & turning & not being able to stay comfortable. Ugh!

 

Less than 2 weeks until my first ultrasound... the days can't pass fast enough! 

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OMG ladies... whatever mama on here it was that said she ate/drank kefir first thing in the AM well... I love her! I cannot find that post. I decided to get some kefir grains this weekend (there is a store in Pasadena where I can BUY some, amazing!) and I made my first batch of kefir. It smelled yeasty and I thought I'd never ever drink it. So I added pureed strawberries and honey and let it sit in the fridge. Let's just say it's almost gone now. My DD wont drink it because Daddy made a face (the guy is scared kefir is going to hurt him, ugh!) so I guess it's ALL mine. Totally helps with my naseau which is only coming at night right now... strange...

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oh yeah! i forgot to mention i also started drinking kefir after someone mentioned it here. i have never really had a taste for it so i don't regularly drink it. it still doesnt taste "great" to me, but i can't believe how much better it makes me feel. 

 

sarah - heartbeats are great too! i don't mean to be flippant about it. i was just excited to see something different this week. i can't believe you made it through a pilates class! i don't even have the energy right now. good luck at your US! 

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I like kefir too. With strawberries sounds good! Our usual take is some OJ with the kefir. I've made chocolate kefir too and that's yummy.

 

We're up watching Castle...anyone else watch that show? We have the DVDs on loan from a friend.

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I'm intrigued about Kefir but not sure what it is or where to find it....
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Yay, that was me who recommended kefir! I'm really glad it's working for you guys. At the moment I really don't want to drink but I force myself, because I know I'll feel 10 times worse if I don't.

Serafina; you should be able to get kefir grains on Ebay, or you could even post on the main forum asking if anyone has spare grains they can share. They always grow, so anyone who has them ends up with loads. I'd send you some but I don't think they'd survive the journey from Scotland to another country.
 

post #19 of 28
You can get pre-made kefir at most grocery stores. I know they have it at our Whole Foods.
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Starting my own kefir is on my list of things to do soon. Just have to find someone with some grains.

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