Calling All Women of Strength!!!

[mommyin10]

A strong woman works out every day to keep her body in shape…
But a woman of strength builds relationships to keep her soul in shape.

A strong woman isn't afraid of anything…
But a woman of strength shows courage in the midst of fear.

A strong woman won't let anyone get the better of her…
But a woman of strength gives the best of herself to everyone.

A strong woman makes mistakes and avoids the same in the future…
A woman of strength realizes life's mistakes can also be unexpected blessings and capitalizes on them.

A strong woman wears a look of confidence on her face…
But a woman of strength wears grace.

A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey…
But a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will become strong.
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Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!
Arlotheslug:  Home loving her little girl!!!  See her beautiful pics! :)
Kaylee_Frye: Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!
Luvkayln: Adalynn Noel was born healthy & beautiful on 12/7/09! 6 pounds, 15 ounces!!! Check out her pics!  Appt 1/21, Addy's u/s 1/25

Dnikkki: BFP!!! 35 weeks with Peyton Therese!!! Appt 1/28
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 29 Weeks with our twins! Ob appt 1/29 & nutritionist Thurs.
sbumblebeeo: BFP!!! 29 Weeks with Shelby Rachel!!! u/s Tomorrow!
kmcarino: BFP!!! 18 weeks with a healthy BOY!!! 20-week u/s 1/28, Appt 2/4
ad_06: BFP!!! 13 weeks! Ob appt Tomorrow!

Waiting for an update:
mamatina  
Naf
Candie
scripps 
guesito
princess_crankypants

Waiting for AF:
rachjas

Mrspace: CD8
Jmh2005: CD18
Lina: CD24
pyar: CD31

Keyan: 14dpo!!!
Hannah: 24dpo!
lilmzk: 28dpo! Blood test results 1/22
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ad_06 & sbumblebeeo: Enjoy your appts!!! Update asap :)

[sbumblebeeo]

Here's the update and it's not good.  I'm on bed rest for the next 6 weeks.  My cervix is shrinking every day and the doctor is not happy with that.  He wants me to stay home.  I have a desk job so I feel really guilty about it.  What's the big deal about going to work?  Doctor said no cooking, no cleaning, no nothing.  Shower and bathroom only.  I am going to go to my babyshower though. I warned everyone that I won't be able to do anything except sit there.  Next appointment is Feb 1st.  Oh and he put me on some medicine everyday to help prevent contractions.  I told  him sometimes it feels like I am going to start my period like cramps and that was that.  I'm sad right now.  I know I have to do it but it is VERY hard for me to be dependant on anyone else even my husband.  I did stop at the craft store and pick up a cross stitch blanket for the baby so i can work on that from the couch and I stopped at Baby's r us and got her 3 new outfits they were on sale plus 5.00 off with my coupon.  I got another pair of p.j's for the hospital too.  And that's it.  I'm on the couch for good now.  I am going in to work tomorrow to talk to HR and see how this works.  I hope they consider it medical and not  maternity. I'm tired and stressed out right now so I'm going to lay down now.

dnikki-  I've been checking on you.  I hope you are ok and you can keep the baby in there a little longer.  Take care of both of you!!

[mommyin10]

sbumblebeeo: Looks like you're following in my footsteps. I'm sorry to hear that, but the same thing happened to ne & with your cervix shrinking, the best thing to do is stay off your feet, lay on one side or the other & if you're sitting up or laying flat, move one hip so that you're off center a bit. When I was in the hospital, dh & I watched the monitor based on how I was laying in bed ;) Although I didn't feel contractions, there they were. Being on your feet isn't good, so it's really best to follow your doc's advice. Can you call your HR dept tomorrow rather than going in? I know it su cks, believe me! It was totally unexpected for me when I was a day shy of 6 months, but following doc's advice, here I am almost 1 1/2 months later ;) It's important that you don't drive either, ok?  It's so hard to rely on dh for everything. It took me a while to let go & accept it. Hang in there!!!

Dnikki: Actually he upped my dose that I take before dinner. I'll talk to him again tomorrow & see what he says. I would definitely call the hospital with contractions that close together... you know they'll say to come in, though. That's great you had a nice massage :) I really wish I could get a manicure/pedicure. My hand & feet ache! I'm going to check w/my doc. dh said he'd take me if we get the ok. Keep us posted!!! ;)

[dnikki0928]

sbumblebeeo:Sorry about the bedrest, but I'm glad they caught it now...Just remember it's all to keep Shelby in there longer so she can be a healthy little girl! I'm home just about all day everyday. So, if you get bored, send me a message!!!

Contractions have slowed again, probably 1-2 an hour now but still get the stabbing pain in my cervix. As long as they don't start up again I'm just going to call the OB's office in the morning and see what they say. I haven't lost my plug yet but (TMI warning) I have noticed my discharge has gotten thicker which feels so gross! Anyways, I'm putting some heat on my right SI joint - It's been really bothering me tonight along with my actual hips. I feel like I'm walking funny... I'll check in in the morning :-)

[jmh2005]

Hey girls! SOrry for the delayed posts. Lots going on here. I am about a week after my DPO and i am SICK SICK SICK. My bbs have been sore since like two days after ovulation. I have been so sick to my stomach. Im not sure I ever remember feeling like this for either PMS or pregnancy. Any thoughts to this?

mommyin10 - how are you feeling?

How are all you girls doing?

[ad_06]

Okay.....she went back to my original calcualtions so I am 12w 4d, sorry for the confusion. So we did get to hear the heartbeat, my stepson was even there! It was 154. I don't have to go back for 4 weeks :)

I also got bad news today.....When I had my 1 hour glucose test, my fasting sugar was fine (92), but my 1 hour one was 154.... so she is concerned that I have gestational diabetes...so I have to go get the 3 hour glucose done and to see a dietician. Which I should know diabetes pretty well, both of my parents have it. I have thought long and hard today, and man I never realized how hard diabetics have it. I am not too much of a sweet tooth, so that is'nt going to bother me that much....it's going to be the carbs. I love them carbs...lol

Well we will see how things turn out. As long as my baby is okay that is all that matters to me. Hope you ladies have a wonderful week!

[mommyin10]

Ad_06: That's awesome you heard the heartbeat! :) Congrats ! I bet your stepson was in awe, huh?! Sorry about your 1-hr test. If you have any questions or want to talk about the 3-hr or gestational diabetes, I'm here ;) The earlier you treat it, the better it is for baby, so that's great you're getting tested.

Jmh2005: Hmmm, could it be?! ;) Do you feel positive about this cycle?  How many dpo are you? I'll go ahead & update you. Hopefully what you're feelingbis good news ;)