Hey Ladies! Wow, I’ve only been away a day or so but it seems like so much had happened!
Codi – DH and I didn’t find out we were expecting until I was 6+ weeks so we’d been DTD in early pg already. Then I felt pretty miserable for the next 3 weeks so I don’t think we did again until about 10w. We’ve done it here & there since and I’ve never had an issue with spotting or cramping. I definitely notice I’m a little more sensitive afterwards tho, so be prepared for that. I’d say give it a try and take it slow and just see how it goes. As for the belly button ring, my sister had one and she took it out around 4-5 mos when her belly was really growing and the ring was starting to stretch a bit. I don’t think it closed up – but she had it for a good 4 years before she got pg.
Sheepie – Wow! That’s so exciting that the baby is so active right now. I hope she figures out a way to flip. Are you considering a manual flip or are you leaving it up to the baby?
Aturnbg – I’m so excited to hear that you’re starting to have contractions and your cervix is soft and flat! It’s getting closer! The “nudge” comment is funny. I’ve heard a fingertip dilated, but never a nudge… Sorry the dr won’t even discuss and induction, but I don’t think you’ll go another 4 weeks. How exciting!
CaliGirl – I’m sorry to hear your baby is breech. It’s so hard when we get an idea of what our birth experience will be and then when it changes it throws us for a loop. DS’s birth was so far off from what I’d imagined… It took a long time for me to come to terms with it. You might want to check out
Spinning Babies. DS was anterior (face up) and I used these techniques to get him to turn the right way. Some of these techniques are on the site Shell posted too. And if it the baby doesn’t flip you’ll do fine with a c/s and you’ll still feel like a mother.
Heidi – Glad the appt went well. And how exciting that you’re having a boy and a girl! Sorry they weren’t able to see your baby girl’s heart but it sounds like nothing to worry about. Plus now you get to see your babies again in a few weeks!
Evyn – Sorry you’re so tired. Hope you get a burst of energy in time for the weekend.
Rose – Congrats on the boy! I love having a son – you’ll have so much fun.
Refrain – Thinking of you!
My big news this week is I got a new job!! I’m so excited. I’ve been looking since January and I’ve been close on a couple of positions but I finally found the one that’s the right fit. I can’t wait to start! The company is a great organization, it’s much closer to home (I currently commute 30-40 min each way), the salary and benefits are better, I’m excited about the type of work I’ll be doing, and most of all I’m thrilled to be making such a promising change. I’ve been with the same company for 10+ years and I’ve run out of growth opportunities. This company has so much to offer and they’re excited about bringing me on board.
I also wanted to wish all of you a Happy Mother’s Day this weekend! You may not be holding your babies in your arms yet, but you’re doing a very important job that only a mother can do right now. Make sure you take a few moments to remember that on Sunday and enjoy your special day.
Does anyone have fun plans for Mom’s Day?