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Rachel918
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Partner: Bryan, very excited to be a daddy
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Hello,

So I decided that this site would be great for me so that I know im not the only mom to be with soo many aches and pains!!! Im 22, A little younger than I wanted to be to have my first baby. My fiance is a bit older and we are soo excited to be parents. We already have an 8 month old chocolate lab pup who keeps us busy and honestly has prepared us more than we know for parent hood.

On Feb 8th we find out the sex of the baby and get to have an ultrasound for the first time. We heard the heartbeat 2 weeks ago and it was 150bpm. That by far was one of the most exciting things to hear.

Well I look forward to chatting with all the other mommies to be:)

Jan 18th- Went to the doctor today!!! We heard the heartbeat was 144. Was weighed, gained another 4 pounds so have gained a total of 7 pounds so far. Not too bad!!!! Im feeling pretty good lately, besides from the lower back pain, headaches, and some dizziness. They decided to do a surprise ultra sound for me considering the doctor was booked the next 3 weeks. We saw the baby and it look perfect, when I figure out how to use my new scanner I will get the pics up! So we also found out we are having a girl! She was moving so much I was scared the tech was going to give up but she kept going and the baby finally flipped upside down and we saw the 3 lines!!!! I was surprised at first because everyone was trying to tell me it was a boy but from the start I knew it was a girl! So her name will be Alexa Pearl Herrick. We couldnt be happier. She was measuring 6oz 6 inches long. Now I Just wish June would come now!!

April 9th.

I Just wanted to let any moms know what I do for work. I was working as a part time nanny, Well I actually still do but this is my last month! I also work for a company called Arbonne International. Its a skin care company that is 100% natural, all vegan which means its not tested on animals and there are no animal biproducts used. Its hypoallergenic, and is a swiss formutaled product. There are many different lines, 6 to be exact. One which I thought some moms may be interested in was the Baby Line. Im not sure if anyone has watched dateline or read the latest blogs online. But many products especially baby products contain parabins, and Mineral oil. Mineral oil is aweful for your body and your skin, Its derived from plastic and is toxic to your skin.. No wonder why soo many people break out and dont know why!!! Well anyway, I just wanted to inform anyone who wanted to know about this business and some of the products. You can become an independent consultant as well and get all products for wholesale which is an additional 35-50% off, everything is shipped directly to your house and you dont have to go run to the mall to go waste money on skin care products that aren't good for you. I dont preach about arobonne, but if anyone has any questions please feel free to message me or even go look on the website yourself! www.arbonne.com.

Thanks!!!

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erica224 - Sunday, 8 June
Hello, i was reading your comments.. I am kind of going through the same thing, i get irregular contractions that are painful but after soo long they seem to go and then come back, its got me confused. the last time i went to the dr i was dialated to 3cm. my back starts to hurt too, i wana go tothe hosp but i dont wanna be sent home! I hope everything goes well with you, and that you'll have your baby sooN! keep me posted!


mama40 - Sunday, 8 June
Rachel, your story is horrible. Can you go to another hospital? Can your husband treaten them wuith a lawsuit? In your situation, as I read in other ;adies birth stories, they get induced or somehow helped. Did they even monitor the baby? Can you demand they do something except sending your home? I am so mad at your hospital!


yari - Sunday, 8 June
That is awful, I have heard at my hospital that it is normally pretty full too, I am hoping since it is only for women and children I may catch a break. I thought it was weird you were not admitted at 4 even with irregular contractions, they could have had you walk, admitted broken water etc and you would have been done. I think the next time you go will be your last and you will have your little one. Hang in there (right I know) you have no other options. =)


sa - Sunday, 8 June
In birth class they show ladies at the hospital and in a tub so I would say go for it. I plan on relaxing before I rush out to be in a delivery room. Good luck lucky one!


x..lindz..x - Sunday, 8 June
 Aww cute dog =] looks like my puppy, millie. What breed is she? :P


x..lindz..x - Sunday, 8 June
It should be okay to go and have a bath, it's actually advised in early labour, soothes the pain of the contractions. Good luck and congrats!! =]


eulaha - Sunday, 8 June
Are you drinking enough water? I was told that dehydration can cause contractions.


CCQ - Sunday, 8 June
Well, I hope I all gets better!! One way or another, there is definitely a baby coming soon for you!!!


boomum - Saturday, 7 June
Sounds like your baby is coming soon! I'm soooo jealous....wish you all the best and can't wait to hear all about it ...don't forget to post pics too! Take care x


TopazBecky - Saturday, 7 June
Seems like your time is almost here- best of luck! Keep us updated!!


JayW - Saturday, 7 June
Whoa...I missed some drama! What was it all about? I tried to find the post that everyone was referring to...but it was deleted?


mama40 - Saturday, 7 June
Rachel, this really sucks. You have complication with high BP, you are in pain, why did they send you home?Why not help o speed things a little. You are having so hard time. I also live 40 min from the hospital and this is not counting traffic, so I am also so much afraid to be sent home while in pain. Keep us posted. I will have you in my prayers.


cori1212 - Saturday, 7 June
I am so surprised that they haven't induced you yet with your BP being so high and the non stop contractions. I would start to demand them to do something. LOL.. I was induce with my first because on my BP I mean I was 39 weeks along then so it was fine for her to be born but still my BP was like 180/100 during my labor with her.


CCQ - Saturday, 7 June
Good luck hunni. Sucks they sent you home but I guess most hospitals do that. I hope you get to go back soon so they can give you some pain relief (if that's what you want). Keep us posted and I am so jealous!!!!


ozbaby - Saturday, 7 June
I think she was having a worse day after all those comments everyone left her. Thanks for updating me. I looked in her profile and she is no longer on here so i kind of feel sorry for her. Im glad it wasnt me on the end of everyones temper after her comments. Must have been rude to provoke such a response. Note to self: Dont complain about people complaining. ha ha


mama40 - Saturday, 7 June
Rachel, good luck. It seems you are going into labor. Do not be afraid to go to L&D and be sent home. The baby needs to be monitored, and you need to be sure you are not going to have a baby in a car on your way to hospital (actually happened in our state - they got caught in traffic). So do not wait too long. And I wish you an easy labor and a healthy baby.


purplestreak - Saturday, 7 June
i hope so im so scared of a c-section.


heathersprk - Friday, 6 June
I had spotting too after the dr checked me yesterday... she said I might so I wasnt worried. It was pretty bloody and kinda goopey (i know TMI) but I havent gone into labor from it yet, a whole day later and since she did warn me Im not too worried...


tangerina - Friday, 6 June
oh and when you start feeling those contractions, relax and watch a movie.. try to keep your mind off of it ( I know, easier said than done!) but adrenaline slows down labor so try not to get all worked up!!!

yay!!! !xoxoxo


yari - Friday, 6 June
you and your stomach!...That is a good sign though, it sounds like you could go this weekend on your own, 4 cm is pretty good, and here enough to get you admitted or atleast walking around the hospital like a dork to get things going....maybe keep cleaning? Have someone with you though since you are high risk, i would just have people on standby for the weekend midnight phone call. My mom carries both of her phones at all times lol.


rubymom - Friday, 6 June
Good luck! It sounds like you are on your way to seeing your little one soon.


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Ice Sculpture with our initials (2008, 02, 24) Alexa (2008, 01, 22) Me:) (2008, 01, 06) Skinny body before pregnancy!!! (2008, 01, 06) madison with mommy (2008, 01, 06) Yay for vagina`s!!!! (2008, 01, 22) Conga Line (2008, 02, 24) mother in law me and my mom! (2008, 02, 17) If I only knew what I was thinking! (2008, 02, 24) Cake (2008, 02, 24) Me and My sister (2008, 02, 24) yay just married! (2008, 02, 24) wedding! (2008, 02, 17) Feet above her head and eating her fingers:) (2008, 01, 22) Bryan and I at my moms wedding (2008, 01, 06) Another one (2008, 01, 22) me :) Have to say  I like this, made me feel pretty and pregnant! (2008, 02, 24) Click here to see all Rachel918`s photos

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