Archive through January 17, 2002
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Danzdol | Monday, December 10, 2001 - 08:49 am     Hi all! I have been gone for a while but I have been so busy and one of the reasons is because I am pregnant! I am now 4 months expecting in June! Because I have been a member since about May and I have met some wonderful friends I thought it was about time we added a thread for those like me or those who have gone through it. I need all the help and advice I can get. I will be doing an ultrasound in 9 days and will hopefully find out the sex! I can't wait. HELP
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Grooch | Monday, December 10, 2001 - 08:56 am     Congratulations, Danzdol! And Welcome Back. |
Max | Monday, December 10, 2001 - 08:56 am     Congrats, Danz!!! I have two friends who are pregnant now. One in my office and one 3000 miles away in Virginia. Due in April and July, respectively. How exciting for you! |
Twiggyish | Monday, December 10, 2001 - 12:35 pm     Congratulations! My best advice is to buy a rocking chair. It is calming to sing and rock your child to sleep. Later on when they are older, you can rock and read to them |
Jewels | Monday, December 10, 2001 - 01:42 pm     Congratulations!! I have a little one that is 19 months old...such a joy to have in my life. My first word of advice....EPIDURAL When people say to sleep while the baby sleeps, the housework can wait...DO IT!! Especially the first few weeks. My son started sleeping through the night at 7 weeks old, but those first few weeks were exhausting, take advantage of your quiet time. One of the things we did when we were preparing to go to the hospital was that we made a note book to go along with us...it had all the dr.'s info, lamaze sheets (which we never used!), and also a list of all the phone numbers of the people that we wanted to call once the baby was born, along with a calling card in case you have to call long distance, since the hospital probably won't let you call long distance. We also wrote down in the notebook what happened during the day while I was in labor and what time everything happened. It is fun to look at now and remember. I could go on and on... Being a new mom myself not to long ago, I know the anxiety you are probably feeling and how overwhelming all the "advice" everyone gives you can be. Just enjoy the experience....it is truly amazing!  |
Moondance | Monday, December 10, 2001 - 01:49 pm     Congrats!!!! I am so happy for you! I have no 'kiddy' advice... mine have fur but anytime you need 'kitty' advice |
Llkoolaid | Monday, December 10, 2001 - 03:52 pm     I have 4, ages 23, 19, 16 and 7. All I can say is hang on for dear life it is going to be one hell of a ride. I love it. |
Solidsnake | Monday, December 10, 2001 - 11:43 pm     The cameracorder you will use to shoot the birth of your child: $200. The brand new mini-van you brought: $16,000. The brand new clothes for your newborn: $100. The brand new crib for your newborn baby: $120. The look on your face when the baby utters his/hers first words.. "im not yours". Priceless. Based on a true story. |
Rogue | Tuesday, December 11, 2001 - 05:19 am     DANZ!!!! Girl, I'm so happy for you!!!! Great to see you on here again!!! Moon, you and your "kitties", LOL! |
Urgrace | Tuesday, December 11, 2001 - 11:10 am     Danzdol, I have all my best wishes for you. Since I have four children of my own (one handicapped), seven grandkids(one due in March) and one grandson lives with me, maybe I can give you some voice of experience. First of all, don't let anyone talk you into any kind of drugs or epidural, unless it is absolutely necessary because of an unforseen problem. A natural birth is the best, and when the birthing is over, you don't have as much pain as you will when the drugs wear off. You will heal much quicker, too. Don't ever smoke during pregnancy or anywhere near the newborn. Do not lift your arms above your shoulders to hang clothes or get objects down from a higher position. Make sure that your diet is well rounded including fresh fruits and veggies. Listen to music and read outloud before and after the baby is born, too. A very important thing to do for yourself is walking (or swimming if it is possible). Walking helps you get through the birthing so much more than any other exercise (or NON exercise). Being calm is the absolute most important thing you can do for yourself when having contractions! Lamaze is mainly an exercise to teach you how to be calm and relax as much as possible through your contractions through breathing exercises. It does work! You don't have to take the classes if you can control your own mind - anybody who has ever been involved in physical activities, singing, or playing an instrument that involves breathing into it has already been taught how to breathe. Don't let anyone tell you _to_ or _not to_ breast feed. Do what you want to do and don't listen to any of them! And what Twiggy said, get yourself a real comfortable rocking chair. The notebook idea sounds cool, too. My daughter in law has gone twice to see the baby and find out the sex, but the baby doesn't want her to know apparently, because the first time the baby was turned around and the second time the baby had the knees close together! So the doc says it's probably a girl (but don't count on it)! |
Moondance | Tuesday, December 11, 2001 - 11:36 am     Oh this reminds me... I have a good friend who had twins 5 years ago... they are so beautiful... 2 girls Hannah and Clea... she has kept a dairy for each of them... kind of like a babybook journal... she just writes in it whenever she can (little time with twins) but she has the questions they asked... the special places they go... she even has recored on a small tape recorder some of ther converstaions... how great it will be for them to look back on She also journeled all the emotions she went through before they came! |
Enbwife | Tuesday, December 11, 2001 - 12:38 pm     Congrats Danz! That is wonderful news! My sister just received news she is pregnant and due on Aug.6. My best friend is due on June 27 and my close work-friend is due on July 14. The pregnancy journals are great to record all your thoughts, appointments, baby names, etc. What to Expect When You're Expecting series is great. Plus they have a great journal to use. Good luck and enjoy this very special time. |
Abbynormal | Wednesday, December 12, 2001 - 10:08 am     The BEST place to go online is www.thathomesite.com. Go to the pregnancy forum. Everything and anything you need to know with people just like you! It's fun and informative. Take my word, you'll be hanging out there every day. Good luck! |
Danzdol | Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - 07:00 pm     Yeeeh! I knew I could count on my TVCH friends to give me some good advice. Yes, I want a rocking chair, I have a journal I have been writing in every once in a while. Tomorrow I go to get my first ultrasound. We will hopefully know the sex of the baby!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Although I have always been a gym buff-you know-step aerobics, walking, jogging, dance etc....I cannot find the energy to do it all the same now. I still teach dance but it is to little kids so it's not much of a work out and I do lead a very active life.Everyone s ays that after the first 3 months i should get it all back but I am still waiting. It is so not like me to be so laid back and lazy. I am soooo sleepy all the time. I hope it all comes back soon. I am still torn about the epidural deal-I have heard both sides because I have friends who have done both....I still have time to decide. The one thing I do not like is the "laying down" bit. I somehow feel I will be more comfortable in an angled upright position almost sitting...... Keep the good tips coming! And THANKS |
Angelnikki | Tuesday, December 18, 2001 - 09:14 pm     I think the angled upright position hurts sooooo much more than lying down but thats just me I was in labor for 23 1/2 hours and about half way through i opted for the epidural which i would never never never change even if i had to do it all over again. that was a LIFE saver for me. I was in such horrific pain and back pain more so than i had ever felt in my life. I had people telling me, oh your gonna be alright, its not that bad. I wanted to kill someone. I kept calm, didnt scream, didnt cuss anyone out but I felt like it. I had alot of pillows behind me and i kept one in front to scream into and bite and punch the he** out of but i did fine and my son was fine and wonderful and i have always had a little back problems so i dont know if the epidural added to them or not. It was well worth it because about ten minutes after the epidural, i had absolutely NO pain. |
Danzdol | Wednesday, December 19, 2001 - 03:31 pm     wow Nikki that sounds scary! I guess i will rethink the position part plus I will certainly know when it is happening to me. Well I have news: It's a boy!!! Here are the first pics I hope it comes out!
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Moondance | Wednesday, December 19, 2001 - 03:53 pm     Congrats Danz!... The pix are amazing!! |
Willi | Wednesday, December 19, 2001 - 03:58 pm     Congratulations to you! |
Soeur | Wednesday, December 19, 2001 - 05:42 pm     W.O.W.!! A little boy. How grand. Thanks for sharing such wonderful news  |
Angelnikki | Wednesday, December 19, 2001 - 08:14 pm     OMG i cant believe those pics came out so great on here. Congrats to you Is this your first? Boys are soooo cute! You will have fun. How far along are you? |
Dahli | Sunday, December 30, 2001 - 12:48 pm     One of my suggestions on a serious note, would be to take a read through the 'are you adopted' thread, just to give yourself a very real look at what you DON"T want to do as a parent. This responsibility is awesome and takes a great deal of careful consideration and understanding in order to do as little damage as possible....and at the same time have the best time of your life! |
Mamaanja | Wednesday, January 09, 2002 - 08:49 pm     Congrats! I have two boys, ages 2 1/2 and seven months. Here are my suggestions: (boy it's fun to actually be asked for my opinon....I usually give it unsolicited) 1. Seriously consider breastfeeding. Do some research--it truly is healthier for baby and you! 2. Hire a doula for your birth. Check out www.dona.com for more info. A doula is a woman who assists you and your husband during labor and delivery. Not with the medical stuff, but with comfort measures, emotional support, staying sane, etc. If you are considering an unmedicated birth, a doula will be a big help. 3. Don't go to the hospital at the first sign of labor! This is so hard with your first birth, because you are excited, and you don't know what to expect. But if you get there to early, you get hooked up to all the machines which limits your mobility. You also are more likely to have more interventions than you may want (pitocin to speed up labor, breaking your water) 4. Check out books by William Sears M.D. such as The Birth Book, or The Baby Book 5. Remember that for the first several months, baby's needs and wants are the same thing! Don't let anyone tell you that you are spoiling him if you attend to him when he cries. Crying is the only way newborns know to communicate! 6. Trust your instincts! 7. Most importantly, have fun! They grow so fast. |
Enbwife | Thursday, January 17, 2002 - 12:49 pm     Danzdol - you're not alone with this new, exciting journey you're on. I'm expecting too on August 10th!!! It's very exciting, especially since my sister is due August 3rd. Neil and I have decided not to find out the sex of the baby. I had an ultrasound last week and it was moving all over the place and I could see it's arms/legs. So exciting!!! Keep the good advice coming everyone. This is a great thread. |
Nancy | Thursday, January 17, 2002 - 12:59 pm     LISA!!!! HUGS!!!! Congrats!!! ;) |
Buttercup | Thursday, January 17, 2002 - 01:08 pm     CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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