Weekly Chit Chat 9/21-9/27 - Page 2

[TaraRae82]

^Interesting! I LOVE pineapple! Note to self.

I got quite a bit done today. I vacuumed the entire upstairs (about 1000 sqft- 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lg hallway), washed our sheets and all our towels, set up the cradle and cart by my bed, cleaned the master bath, and did some general cleaning in the master bedroom. My house smells good now because of the cleaning supplies and feels even better because everything is SO organized and clean! I hate cleaning but I sure do love the end product! Now if I can only keep it up.

[heidirk]

Wow! We should change the name of this thread to the Massive and Mighty Poster's thread!

I'm right in there with all of you who are crampy/nesty/numb hands/running around like a chicken woth no head/craving strange things! Wow, we have a lot going on, don't we?!

Actually I thought I was going to go into labor last week. I kept having an hour or more of pretty steady ctrx each evening at the same time. I talked with an OB/friend on Wednesday night, and he said to make sure the bags are packed, and the carseat is in the car. So that's what we did. Strangely enough, after I accomplished a few things around the house, I could calm down, and I haven't had any patterns of ctrx for days. Now I've got those funny twinges that almost tickle, and sometimes sharp sensations that I know mean my cervix is dialating. I think I may go early after all. I'm 37 weeks tomorrow, and I have an appt on Tuesday, so we'll see.


I've gotten a lot of cleaning done, not enough, but enough to be proud of. If I get our bedroom vacuumed and the co-sleeper set up tonight, I'll feel like it's safe to DTD in case we start labor!

DH and I dropped DS off at the GP's house on Saturday, so we could take a day trip to King of Prussia Mall. We used to love to go there, and walk and people watch when it was just the two of us. I don;t think we've actually been away together w/o DS for any length of time since DS was born, and I just wanted 1 DAY with DH before the BB comes.

WE HAD A BLAST!!! : I only started to have BHX once, and so we went to get dinner. We went to the Cheesecake Factory, where I had eaten but DH hadn't yet. A nice lady got up and asked me to please take her seat in the waiting area! It was so nice to actually be able to sit and eat our food, adn not have to be battleing DS the whole time, or leave early! And, our server kept my water glass FILLED the whole time! I thanked her, and she told me she knew what it was like to be really thirsty, and have to wait and wait for water.

It was just such a nice time. . .

It seems like DH has finally figured out what it means to be a partner/father. Not that he didn;t help befotre, but lately it seems like his attitude has somehow changed. He's been ASKING what he can do, not just, 'what can I do?' but 'can I do this right now for you?' Please Lord, let this last!

[PassionateWriter]

Originally Posted by Baby_Cakes

OMG, I just had to post this b/c I read it on the Sept board and then googled it to see if it's true. I had no idea. I've been eating cans of pineapple slices for like a week and a half now, like, a can of pineapple a day, just b/c it's really, really tasty. Now I find out that eating pineapple is a natural induction method?!? It's supposed to ripen your cervix?!?
:::

and eggplant and watermelon

[Changed]

So, I've been having contractions about every 5 minutes for a few hours. They don't hurt, just uncomfortable. So, even having had 3 kids already I have no idea what is happening. I'm kind of just hanging out waiting for them to either go away or intensify. Any thoughts?

[mommysaurus]

Originally Posted by Changed

So, I've been having contractions about every 5 minutes for a few hours. They don't hurt, just uncomfortable. So, even having had 3 kids already I have no idea what is happening. I'm kind of just hanging out waiting for them to either go away or intensify. Any thoughts?

Could be the beginning of something? or just some prelabor ctx going on. Have you tried to relax, take a bath, drink lots of water?

I had some ctx going on early last week, which I just put off on the Full Moon, for 3 days I had pressure, crampies, and really strong bh's. Even though this is #8 for me, I always question myself about labor...ugh.
Keep us posted!

[TaraRae82]

Originally Posted by Changed

So, I've been having contractions about every 5 minutes for a few hours. They don't hurt, just uncomfortable. So, even having had 3 kids already I have no idea what is happening. I'm kind of just hanging out waiting for them to either go away or intensify. Any thoughts?

Well, keep us updated when you can mama. I will be hoping that either your LO is healthy and super ready to come out or that it's just some getting ready that your body is doing and it will peter out. Either way, maybe try drinking a bunch of water, change positions, get up and move if you're resting or rest if you're moving, take a shower/bath....change SOMETHING (maybe have a glass of wine? or take some Rescue Remedy?).

[Changed]

I've done lots of things... they're still coming but still not hurting. So weird. I'll let you know if anything comes of it. Thanks!

[mkmb129]

Wow, two pages already! Let's see if I can catch up!

Today dh did a lot of decluttering around the computer area & restored it (can I tell you how much I hate vista???) so it's not so darn slow, for now anyway. He backed up a lot of our files, too. Finally, only been asking him to since January! I did lots of cleaning and straightening up. Made ds a pair of pj's out of a pair of pj pants that were mine, they are super cute! I finished up some burp cloths & baby legs that've been sitting around for quite some time. I can't find the first diaper bag I had for Colin that I was going to pack for the baby's hospital bag, so I dug out a bag I started nearly a year ago and will finish it up tonight and use it. I still have her 'it's a girl' cover to make and a few little things, but darn it if I'm not running out of time, and her blanket is only half done! Enough for newborn pictures, though Tomorrow will be a busy day, going to my mom's to finish ripping out carpet & decluttering/cleaning to make room for us. So much to do, so little time.. definitely feels good to have gotten more stuff done today, even though there's so much more to do!

[mkmb129]

Kelli, glad you enjoyed your shower even with the awkwardness!

And Caitrin, what a silly gift, I've never heard of anyone doing something like that!

Sorry for those dealing with crampiness I remember that all to well with my first, and am so glad to not have to deal with it so much this time!

Ashley, are you going to post pictures of your belly cast? I was going to do one, but didn't with Colin so decided not to. We'll be moving a lot in the next few years, and it'd probably get destroyed anyway.

Cat, I hope you enjoyed the movie!

Carrie, I'm glad your session went well! Can't wait to see the pictures!

Crabby, glad you had a good breakfast! It's always nice to get a compliment rather then "Aren't you miserable?"

Other Carrie, yay for the birth tub!! How exciting!

[lee1203]

Originally Posted by TaraRae82

^Carrie, I saw your post on the Weekly thread from last week and have been thinking about a book to read as well. You might re-post here in case no one reads the other one. A really good non-baby/pg/parenting book I read was "The Time Traveler's Wife. It was great! "The Bachelorette Party" was really good too.

The ending to that book pissed. me. off. something fierce. Loved it up 'til then. (The Time Traveler's Wife, that is. Haven't read the other.)

Originally Posted by Changed

So, I've been having contractions about every 5 minutes for a few hours. They don't hurt, just uncomfortable. So, even having had 3 kids already I have no idea what is happening. I'm kind of just hanging out waiting for them to either go away or intensify. Any thoughts?

Well, I'm thinking that it can't be labor yet, 'cause it's not October! Keep us updated.

So I was semi-productive today too. Haven't done any cleaning (and the dirty dishes are overflowing ) but I did get some shopping done. Bought pads and depends for after the birth, and some liquid chlorophyll. My midwives like everyone to have it on hand, just in case. I also bought all the stuff to hopefully turn my GPS + into a -. It's a lot of pills and supplements! Especially considering I can't remember to even take my once daily prenatal half the time. Sigh. Anyways, I *think* I have everything I need to take to the birth center for me and baby. Just have to pack the bags now!

[Changed]

They seem to be spacing out. Baby is moving A LOT. Interesting night!

[TaraRae82]

lee, the ending made me mad too!!! I was SO frustrated! Hopefully your supplements will help get that + to a -! Treating it naturally is totally the way to go...much kinder on your body even if it is a PITA to remember to take them all!

Changed, I'm glad to hear things are calming down. I really think you'll make it to October!

Carrie, how exciting to have your maternity pics done and glad to hear it was enjoyable! I can't wait for mine on Thursday! I'm paying about what you are and I'm in the midwest but it's an AMAZING photog and it comes with a $100 print credit so I can get several great photos. I'd like to get a CD of the images but I don't think she offers that as an option until a year after the shoot (she's a good friend of mine and she told me it's to encourage people to buy prints which makes her more money...totally understandable). She did my coquettes (sexy photos like pin ups) 2 years ago and she's come a long way in her abilities since then so I'm anxious to see how these turn out!

[JMarie930]

I've read through each post, but I'll have to comment tomorrow. For now I'm in pain. I think I have a pinched nerve in my upper back, smack between the shoulder blades. Oh.my.goodness. It hurts so much. If I don't hold my arm just so, it's agony. This happened a month or two ago, but this time, it actually woke me up from a dead sleep. I had to scream for DH and I'm certain he thought my water had broken or something as dramatic. Good man, he massaged it and got the heating pad all set up for me, then took DS off my hands so I could get some extra sleep this morning.

I still didn't get anything done today. The only places I can sit are at the computer desk (thank goodness for ergonomic chairs and keyboard trays) and on my bed with pillows stuffed under my arm. I haven't been putting cold on it, but I think I will in a bit, before I go to bed. Fingers crossed it's better tomorrow. It's my last week at work - I really don't want to call out sick!

[PassionateWriter]

Originally Posted by Changed

So, I've been having contractions about every 5 minutes for a few hours. They don't hurt, just uncomfortable. So, even having had 3 kids already I have no idea what is happening. I'm kind of just hanging out waiting for them to either go away or intensify. Any thoughts?

my thoughts?? welcome to my world. thats what ive been dealing w/ for weeks. After having 3 kids, there really should be some break we get IRT knowing what the heck is going on, huh?? lol!

im almost finished painting the boys room. have to go back up and finish one more wall.

and i scored a lot of really great organic stuff from a friend of mine earlier. i cant wait to get it. its all Hanna Andersson, Under the Nile, Grembo stuff at great used prices but she is very careful w/ her stuff so i know its in great condition! and an organic moses basket...yeh!!!! i hope the pkg. gets here before baby. lol!

we went shopping at BJ's today and i now have 14 meals in the freezer. tomorrow is my cook cook cook day, MW appt and chiro appt. i need to finish the bedroom TONIGHT!!

[leurMaman]

Agh! I'm trying to read through all the chit chat posts, but you ladies are hard to keep up with I think I get where you all are, though. I posted a belly pic today for the first time since the end of the 1st trimester. I'm huge at 38 weeks! I keep wishing for her to come early, but I know I could have another 3 weeks left. DH and I are cohabitating in the same home and coparenting our kids after the Domestic Violence trial and conclusion. It is, well, awkward and unaffectionate. However, he is respectful towards me and is being "super dad" to the kids after being separated from them all summer during the court intervention. He starts attending counseling this week, so we'll see how that goes. The baby is kicking and healthy. I'm just waiting for a birth and a new start in life.

[TaraRae82]

Jennifer, I'm so sorry you're hurting. I hope you can get those muscles to chill out very soon! : If the problem is actually a compressed nerve, ice will be better. Heat can do more damage thus cause more pain. Do you see a chiro? Get in ASAP if you do...it can take care of the problem.

Mandi, you've been in my thoughts all summer and I'll keep you there now that you're beginning the healing and treatment process. I wish you the best mama.

[LemonPie]

Kelli--Glad your shower went well! Sorry for the drama!

Originally Posted by crabbyowl

My husband and I went out for breakfast this morning, and our server was super nice. When she brought out our food she said to me, "Well, don't you look cute!" She asked me when I'm due (I'll be 38 weeks on Wednesday), and said I look fantastic. Yay!

I LOVE it when we get positive comments! I've been hearing for weeks that I look tired from everyone. But I "gussied it up" a little for church today--put some lipstick and some jewelry on, etc. and one of my friends just gushed and said I looked beautiful. It made me feel so good!

Carrie--Books. . . are you looking for anything in particular? I like anything by Maeve Binchy (Circle of Friends, Tara Road) for light reading, which is about all I can handle these days, LOL.

Originally Posted by Changed

So, I've been having contractions about every 5 minutes for a few hours. They don't hurt, just uncomfortable. So, even having had 3 kids already I have no idea what is happening. I'm kind of just hanging out waiting for them to either go away or intensify. Any thoughts?

I did this for the last 4-6 weeks with my first baby before finally going into labor. It's frustrating!

AAM--Doing pretty well. I had my GBS swab on Thursday and my cervix was high, tight and thick. So I don't think we're going anywhere for a while, which is actually okay (I've had some people feel the urge to console me when I've shared this info). I still have some stuff I want to get done--a couple of closets and a junk drawer cleaned out and organized, need to put the carseat together and install it, need to finish packing my hospital bag, etc.

[Changed]

Dang- passionatewriter- that sucks.

They finally spaced back out to every 15 minutes or so, like they have been for weeks now. I figured as painless as they were, it couldn't be the real deal.

[PassionateWriter]

actually, its less work i have to do later i guess (at least thats how im looking at it). my son has been nursing like a crazy man lately too (he KNOWS something is up) and i think that may increase teh rate of my contractions.

off to get a TON of stuff done today, hopefully!!

[mommysaurus]

Changed, I think you'll make it to October as well. Just annoying to have ctx come and go....

Ok, going to try to keep up. I didn't really get a chance yesterday, just my quick reply.

Books: I don't have any recs. I'm re-reading Pride and Prejudice...my most favorite book ever!

Crampiness: I think i replied about that in a previous post, but I tell ya since the middle of the night I'm having crampies a lot more. Guess I"m just getting ready.

AAM: I'm 36 weeks as of yesterday! Yeah! Getting closer.... I have a lot of running around to do today. I was accepted into the nursing program for next Fall and I need to get a bunch of paper work done (background check, fingerprints, etc). So I"ll be doing that today. I have a prenatal (my last one) with my family doc. I switched to my midwife friend for the rest of this pg. So I will have some backup here at home when I go into labor. DP is happy about that! Other than that, I"m just extremely tired. I took 2 naps yesterday!!! That's about it!