This is our first baby and we are very excited! The first appointment is April 2nd. It'll be interesting for sure. We do miss our family in Michigan but get to visit in June YEAH!!!!
July 23rd-23 weeks
I thought I'd sit and try to figure out how to put the updates on the front page and I'm feeling good right now!! I called and found a new doctor, they can't get me in until next Tuesday the 29th. I'm just not gonna mention that we're moving because I need to have the piece of mind that everything is good with the baby. Just waiting on something to become available to rent out in Wyoming. Luckily our lease isn't up yet on our apartment here(that turned out to be a blessing). It isn't up until November, but we definitely want to be moved by then and would miss each other WAY too much by then. Hope all goes well with our move, and it will as long as we keep our faith in God.
Fun Pregnancy Survey
About You
Name?: Alison
Age?: 24
Height?: 5 `3"
Pre-pregnancy weight?:116
About The Father
Name?: Pete
Age?: 27
Height?: 6'1"
Are you still together?: Yes, we're married June16th 2007 and met November 2006
About Your Pregnancy
Is this your first pregnancy?: Yes
When did you find out you were pregnant?: March 15th 2008
Was it planned?: we had planned to be pregnant around our 1 year anniversary
What
was your first reaction?: Couldn't believe it, waited so long for a baby
Who
was with you when you found out?: I had gotten up early and took the test while Pete was still sleeping
Who was the first person you told?: I climbed back in bed and asked Pete what he wanted to name the baby
How did the father react?: He woke up hugged me and said "what?" I asked him again and then he got up and looked at the test
How far along are you?: almost 24 weeks
What was your first symptom?: tired, boobs were huge, itchy
What is your due date?: November 15th, 2008 (father in law's birthday)
Do you know the sex of the baby?: No, that'll be a surprise
Have you picked out names?: yes, were on our third set I think
If so, what are they?: For now Kathleen Elizabeth or John Henry
How much weight have you gained?: 13 lbs.
Do you have stretch marks?: I have some on my butt and thighs from growing leg muscles in high school
Have you felt the baby
move?:Yes, the first time was at work around 14/15 weeks
Have you heard the heartbeat?: Yes, and we recorded it so our family in Michigan can hear it
About the birth
Will you keep the baby?: Definitely
Home or hospital birth?: Hospital, unless we can't get there in time
Natural
or medicated birth?: I will hold off as long as I can for the epidural, but most likely will use it
Who will be in the delivery room with you?: Pete, maybe his Mom and my Mom
Will you breastfeed?: Hopefully we can get that to work
Do you think you `ll need a c-section?: Not that I know of
Will
you cry when you hold the baby for the first time?: I will, I'm sure the Dad will cry too-he's so sweet
What `s the first thing you might say to him/her?: Hi honey? I have no idea
Would you let someone videotape the birth?: Nope
Are you excited about the birth, or scared?: excited to see the baby, nervous because it's the first time
July 29th - 24.5 weeks
Just got back from my Dr. appointment and it went very well. I was nervous to tell him I was moving because I've had a hard time tracking down an office that would see me for 2 months or less, lots of rejection calls. He couldn't believe that I was turned away and haven't been seen since May 28th. They weren't rushing me, everyone was very nice. The baby's heart beat was 150 bpm. My weight was 132- a 16 lb gain so far-normal. I was "measured" for the first time and that is normal. He talked about contractions and what to do if I feel them. I was concerned I may have a bladder infection-the test was inconclusive but he wrote me the rx anyway. He advised that we move before 34 weeks because travel can be extra hard at that time. Also wants to see me every 2 weeks. This is exciting because it makes me feel way closer to the finish line. My husband is going to look at a house for us after work today. Hope it all looks good, then we can get the buying ball rolling again and get moved before 34 weeks!! It better happen sooner than that-I miss my hubby. I had a dream this morning that I was waiting for my toast to pop and Pete came and cuddled up behind me with a big hug and kiss. I can't wait to see him- GOD please watch over him and keep him safe, and put your blessing on our house hunt, thank you for everything you've given us, AMEN
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christina08baby -
Tuesday, 29 July Heres the work update: Alot of you are asking and it is so I thought I'd give a big update on it. Anyway, I reported to work on Sat and my boss was already there and the lady from human resources came shortly after. I was then called into the office for a meeting and I of course had a copy of the work handbook with me.haha. So, I once again stated my case and why I was refusing to sign the dicipline and h/r broke down the days that my boss was trying to count against me. The 2 Saturdays in June were thrown out by h/r becuase they were preapproved days off and not call offs( my boss tried to say that they were not pre approved) but I told her she better tell the truth because there is documentation to prove that they were( I filled out a personal leave paper 2 weeks in advance), so she admitted to h/r that they were indeed pre approved. That left 3 days in July 2, which were pregnancy related and 1, which was due to babysitter having an emergency. 1 ofm the drs excuse days was also thrown out but I am being held responsible for the (babysitter day). Anyway, h/r told my boss to hold off on the dicipline until I submit the zoo trip excuse, which I did yesterday, so we'll see what happens. I did point out that policy states that FMLA excuses cannot be held against an employee along with the fact that a dicipline cannot be issued unless the excessive absences are 2 consecutive months in a row, which does not apply to me since the June days were thrown out. H/R is supposed to be mailing me FMLA paperwork to fill out if I have any future pregnancy related call offs, which would count against my 12 weeks. Honestly I think they were both floored that I had a copy of the handbook and brought it with me to state my case. I guess I'll see what happens next. I think that evil boss of mine will try to find another way to get me out. I told them that I planned to stay until Oct 1st and my boss made a comment saying If you last that long, which I replied what do you mean by that? She said well... you don't know what can happen with your pergnancy and all. Whatever! That woman is NASTY! I ahve had problems with her ever since she became manager back in Oct. I can't wait to leave that place and never go back! I will soon have my new little boy. I am not going to let that crappy job bring me down. It is what it is. Thank you all for your concerns and I will give another update when I find out whats next.
I hope I didn't ramble again.lol. christina08baby -
Saturday, 26 July Thank you! christina08baby -
Friday, 25 July I am a little concerned IDK? firstbabbyclaire -
Friday, 25 July hiya, sounds like you may have a little water infection...very common at this stage so nothing to worry about!!! jus see your doc with a wee sample and he will sort you out....on the other hand it cud jus be that your little one enjoys sitting on your bladder...lol!!! claire x x mary5 -
Thursday, 24 July CONGRATS ON YOUR SURPRISE.I COULD'NT WAIT TO FIND OUTWITH ANY OF MY CHILDREN.LOL.AS FOR TIPS ON HAVING SUCH A LARGE FAMILY MANAGE EVERYTHING AND PAY EVERYTHING THAT YOU CAN OFF BEFORE YOU HAVE 3.LOL.AND YES GROCERY BILLS ARE EXPENSIVE WE SPEND ABOUT 3OO A WEEK ON JUST FOOD.
BUT I WOULD NOT TRADE MY BIG FAMILY FOR ANYTHING. xweegeex -
Wednesday, 23 July i know, i keep thinkin that ill just wake up one day & be massive & then ill wish I only had a small bump again lol!!! am just never happy heehee!! No wonder your annoyed, it all sounds too stressful to cope with, I hope u get it all sorted out
Glad ur babies doin good, mines is 2, i can feel it kickin all the time, its great cos its really reassuring to feel that
xx Emilie -
Wednesday, 23 July not sure about the expiration date thing, i know for a fact that you can go over a few days maybe 2 or 3 but more than that i would not recommend, although you have probably eaten it by now, and if you were not sick, then it's cool, watch out anyway XX 0813lr -
Wednesday, 23 July your belly is so cute! It looks like you were a lot smaller than me to begin with. The dr says I am measuring fine and everything, I just would rather look pregnant! Not just chubby. :) I am sure it's coming and you are right.. before you know it I will be wishing my belly was small again!
That name thing sucks. Everyone seems like they have something to say about the name. Just pick one and don't tell anyone until she is born! xweegeex -
Tuesday, 22 July Yeh I think we're around the same size, I feel as if Im a lot bigger & defo growin like crazy but its annoyin me that no one else really thinks so lol!!! I just cant wait until you can really tell & it looks like a proper preggo belly lol!! I cant really picture it yet either but I cant wait
how has ur pregnancy been so far? x AshleyD -
Sunday, 20 July
I will say a boy! It's hard for me to tell unless you are huge haha! mummy33 -
Friday, 18 July Hey there,
The ring and string thing says we are having a boy too !!! Maybe it really DOES work 
How you are having a great day
Christine mummy33 -
Friday, 18 July Hey there,
The ring and string thing says we are having a boy too !!! Maybe it really DOES work 
How you are having a great day
Christine mummy33 -
Thursday, 17 July Hey there,
I am just really glad to know what we are having. I really really did think it was a girl, but I am not disappointed in the slightest
. and now picking out clothes and trying to decide on his name is really exciting. I like Sean Peter, and Timothy and Caleb and Caelen and ........Paul likes Jacob and Jake.......so no, we are not decided yet LOL!!! We had a girls name totally decided on, so it's kinda funny that we have sooooo many boys options. How about you ? Do you have a name picked for sure?
Christine mummy33 -
Thursday, 17 July How do you do the ring and string thing?? and what does it 'mean'
Christine Mrs. Beasley -
Monday, 14 July It was a sharp pain though, and it was hard for me to breathe. I figured it was the baby but didnt know for sure. Thank you for the insight though.
Emilie -
Friday, 27 June lucky you, i am almost 20 weeks and the baby is not really moving, i think he/ she is just lazy and just wants to sleep all the time... ah! X Emilie -
Wednesday, 18 June it's the same for me, sometimes he/she is placed on my side and it hurts so i poke my tummy to make him/her move, lol... mamacakes -
Tuesday, 3 June I will most deff. pray...keep me posted on the outcome please. Good luck to you..
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