16w
Depending on how they count months, some people would say that I am now 4 months pg. Wow! For those who count that way, pg lasts 10 months! I think I'll stick with 9 and be 3 1/2 months along. :-)
The nausea and fatigue are much better. Although I don't feel really energetic, at least I'm not constantly exhausted as I was for a while. I have noticed the mood swings, also known as "crys at the drop of a hat for unknown reasons" recently. Okay, it's not really that bad, but I do get teary watching TV sometimes, and I have cried several times while reading the book Chicken Soup for the Expectant Mother's Soul that I borrowed from my sister. There have been several stories in there that really make me miss my mom.
Wednesday, October 31, 2001
Friday, October 26, 2001
15w2d
At my doctor's appointment yesterday we discovered that I have lost 3 more pounds, making 5 since the beginning. I go back in 2 weeks instead of 4 because my Dr. doesn't want me to lose any more weight. It figures that when it is coming off easily, without me trying, I'm not supposed to lose weight. Otherwise everything is going well. He was about to order the standard OB blood workup, but I asked him what tests they would be doing. After getting the answer, I told him that I had just had all of those done 3-4 months ago, before the IVF. He dug through the papers that my RE had sent and found most of the needed results, so I avoided getting stuck and I avoided the extra cost (to my insurance company).
At my doctor's appointment yesterday we discovered that I have lost 3 more pounds, making 5 since the beginning. I go back in 2 weeks instead of 4 because my Dr. doesn't want me to lose any more weight. It figures that when it is coming off easily, without me trying, I'm not supposed to lose weight. Otherwise everything is going well. He was about to order the standard OB blood workup, but I asked him what tests they would be doing. After getting the answer, I told him that I had just had all of those done 3-4 months ago, before the IVF. He dug through the papers that my RE had sent and found most of the needed results, so I avoided getting stuck and I avoided the extra cost (to my insurance company).
Monday, October 22, 2001
14w5d
I have had 3 people tell me today that I am starting to look pregnant, or that I look "cute". Wearing a loose shirt, untucked certainly doesn't hide anything. One coworker had a goofy grin every time I saw him today. I think he knows, and I even asked him "what's up?" but he didn't say anything about it.
I have had 3 people tell me today that I am starting to look pregnant, or that I look "cute". Wearing a loose shirt, untucked certainly doesn't hide anything. One coworker had a goofy grin every time I saw him today. I think he knows, and I even asked him "what's up?" but he didn't say anything about it.
Saturday, October 20, 2001
14w3d
A friend of mine died today. She lived a wonderful and long life, and I will miss her tremendously! She was like a grandmother to me. I found out last Sunday that she was going downhill pretty fast (last stages of cancer), but I was busy for a couple of days then came down with a nasty cold. I stayed away because I felt so rotten (not being able to take drugs during pregnancy has it's down side). Last night I was planning to visit her today, even with my cold, because at that stage a few cold germs weren't going to do her any harm. But this morning I got a call that she had died peacefully in her sleep. Goodbye, Avis, I love you.
A friend of mine died today. She lived a wonderful and long life, and I will miss her tremendously! She was like a grandmother to me. I found out last Sunday that she was going downhill pretty fast (last stages of cancer), but I was busy for a couple of days then came down with a nasty cold. I stayed away because I felt so rotten (not being able to take drugs during pregnancy has it's down side). Last night I was planning to visit her today, even with my cold, because at that stage a few cold germs weren't going to do her any harm. But this morning I got a call that she had died peacefully in her sleep. Goodbye, Avis, I love you.
Wednesday, October 17, 2001
Tuesday, October 16, 2001
13w6d
My DH and I are starting to seriously discuss child care and work plans for next year. By the end of this month I need to (1) decide on my health insurance company (the primary difference being which hospital -- the one with the free standing birth center, or the one we have used for years where DH works which has a newly renovated birth floor), (2) decide how much money to have withheld pre-tax for health expenses, (3) decide whether to have money withheld pre-tax for child care, and (4) how much our church pledge will be.
All of these things (except #1) hinge on plans for child care. We are considering many things, including the fact that I plan to take the full 12 weeks that the FMLA guarantees my job, even though about 8 weeks of it will be without pay. Another option is that DH will take 8-12 weeks FMLA leave also, after I go back to work, much of it without pay. Another option is that he will quit work completely and stay home, eliminating even more income. My sister works part-time (5 days every 2 weeks) and has offered to trade child care if I wanted and could arrange half-time work. That sounds like a good option, too, but it would be a tough sell to my boss.
No matter what we decide, it is starting to sink in that life is going to change completely!
My DH and I are starting to seriously discuss child care and work plans for next year. By the end of this month I need to (1) decide on my health insurance company (the primary difference being which hospital -- the one with the free standing birth center, or the one we have used for years where DH works which has a newly renovated birth floor), (2) decide how much money to have withheld pre-tax for health expenses, (3) decide whether to have money withheld pre-tax for child care, and (4) how much our church pledge will be.
All of these things (except #1) hinge on plans for child care. We are considering many things, including the fact that I plan to take the full 12 weeks that the FMLA guarantees my job, even though about 8 weeks of it will be without pay. Another option is that DH will take 8-12 weeks FMLA leave also, after I go back to work, much of it without pay. Another option is that he will quit work completely and stay home, eliminating even more income. My sister works part-time (5 days every 2 weeks) and has offered to trade child care if I wanted and could arrange half-time work. That sounds like a good option, too, but it would be a tough sell to my boss.
No matter what we decide, it is starting to sink in that life is going to change completely!
Monday, October 15, 2001
13w5d
Time marches on. My niece turns 1 today. It is absolutely amazing seeing how much she has changed from a year ago when I saw her being born.
Many people and web sites have told me that "the second trimester is better." I'm looking forward to no nausea and lots of energy, but I would settle for less fatigue at this point. I don't go home and fall asleep on the coach before dinner like I did or felt like doing during weeks 7-10, but I'm still tired most of the time.
Time marches on. My niece turns 1 today. It is absolutely amazing seeing how much she has changed from a year ago when I saw her being born.
Many people and web sites have told me that "the second trimester is better." I'm looking forward to no nausea and lots of energy, but I would settle for less fatigue at this point. I don't go home and fall asleep on the coach before dinner like I did or felt like doing during weeks 7-10, but I'm still tired most of the time.
Wednesday, October 10, 2001
13w
I sure have been a grump lately. I definitely need to get more sleep. My first trimester is almost over... I have gained no weight, but my complexion is awful and I am changing shape a bit. I'm looking forward to the "feeling great" time of the second trimester that I have heard and read so much about.
I sure have been a grump lately. I definitely need to get more sleep. My first trimester is almost over... I have gained no weight, but my complexion is awful and I am changing shape a bit. I'm looking forward to the "feeling great" time of the second trimester that I have heard and read so much about.
Monday, October 08, 2001
12w5d
My friend is doing pretty well. Physically she is fine, just tired, and emotionally she is getting better but will probably never forget last Tuesday. My DH didn't see her like I thought he might have; she went to a different hospital than where he works.
If I don't get enough sleep my morning nausea is worse and is more likely to last all day (like it did today). I'm going to bed early tonight [she types at almost 10:30 -- ha!]
My friend is doing pretty well. Physically she is fine, just tired, and emotionally she is getting better but will probably never forget last Tuesday. My DH didn't see her like I thought he might have; she went to a different hospital than where he works.
If I don't get enough sleep my morning nausea is worse and is more likely to last all day (like it did today). I'm going to bed early tonight [she types at almost 10:30 -- ha!]
Friday, October 05, 2001
12w2d
I just found out that a friend of mine (who is 2 weeks behind me) had what was thought to be a miscarriage earlier this week, but when the hospital staff did an u/s they saw the baby still inside! She was bleeding a lot at home and passed a mass of tissue. The ambulance staff checked her and then took her (and the tissue) to the hospital. After an exam she was given information about grieving, but they wanted to do an u/s to make sure that she didn't need a d&c for the placenta or other material. That's when they saw the baby and heartbeat doing fine. She's on bedrest now. Very scary!
I think my DH might have seen her in the Emergency Room. He works at a local hospital doing computer support so he gets around all over the hospital. One night after work (I wish I could remember which night) he told me about seeing a very upset woman (with a sweater around her waist) in the ER and overhearing questions about "how far along" and "bleeding". He was visibly shaken, even telling me about it hours later.
I just found out that a friend of mine (who is 2 weeks behind me) had what was thought to be a miscarriage earlier this week, but when the hospital staff did an u/s they saw the baby still inside! She was bleeding a lot at home and passed a mass of tissue. The ambulance staff checked her and then took her (and the tissue) to the hospital. After an exam she was given information about grieving, but they wanted to do an u/s to make sure that she didn't need a d&c for the placenta or other material. That's when they saw the baby and heartbeat doing fine. She's on bedrest now. Very scary!
I think my DH might have seen her in the Emergency Room. He works at a local hospital doing computer support so he gets around all over the hospital. One night after work (I wish I could remember which night) he told me about seeing a very upset woman (with a sweater around her waist) in the ER and overhearing questions about "how far along" and "bleeding". He was visibly shaken, even telling me about it hours later.
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