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sudont
May 10, 2011
this program is useful for when you don't want to do something.

Fun Shoe

Helena Handbasket posted:

I just got this thing based on your recommendation and I want to enter into a plural marriage with it and you. I knew that I was leaky, but I had no idea how much milk was getting wasted. Fantastic recommendation!

I KNOW! I was not exaggerating or kidding when I said it's life changing. Go forth and spread the knowledge to everyone. My pediatrician is now telling everyone about it too, she'd never heard of it!

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sudont
May 10, 2011
this program is useful for when you don't want to do something.

Fun Shoe
Oh, just a dinosaur having a beer. The poor thing, his arms are too short!



My son's first visit to the library:



The animated version:

BeastOfExmoor
Aug 19, 2003

I will be gone, but not forever.
So, my wife had her 6 week follow-up appointment with the midwives we'd seen until the cholestasis kicked in. Apparently Juliette is indeed tongue-tied. I'd written this off since she could stick her tongue out a bit and she'd been born at a teaching hospital where several people checked her tongue. They gave us the name of someone who specializes in this, apparently, but the best contact info we can find for her is a facebook page that hasn't been updated in 14 months. Is this the kind of thing we can just contact our pediatrician about getting a referral for or something? Apparently this woman can have a bit of a wait list and I have no desire to wake up to a sobbing wife every night any longer.

Also, my wife also has a blocked milk duct like we suspected.

Ceridwen
Dec 11, 2004
Of course... If the Jell-O gets moldy, the whole thing should be set aflame.

See your pediatrician for a referral to an ENT.

canyoneer
Sep 13, 2005


I only have canyoneyes for you
Just want to share my experience here from my first baby, which happened this week. This story ends with healthy mom and healthy baby. :3:

On Monday night, my wife (at 36 weeks) was concerned because she hadn't felt the baby move for a few hours, and he had been less active in the previous day. From what we read, babies towards the end of pregnancy tend to move less and make more deliberate movements, because they are getting big and are a little cramped. He had had some lazy days in the past, so at first we weren't too concerned. We tried the usual tricks: drinking cold fluids, taking a warm bath, poking her belly and so forth. He didn't respond to those, so we went into the hospital at 10:30 PM (and I had to work the next morning!). We didn't bring anything with us, expecting to be there for a few hours only.

Triage nurse took us back to the little curtained beds, and put on a couple monitors (one for heartrate, the other for movement). His heart rate was fine, but trying the same tricks at the hospital didn't show any movement. They ordered an ultrasound, and the technician performed a Biophysical Profile non-stress test. He only received a passing score on one of the five criteria (heart rate), as the technician couldn't get little boy to wiggle. The covering physician (covering for our doctor who was hunting bear in Alaska, no joke) came in immediately. We were admitted to a labor/delivery room and the doctor soon joined us, roused from his home at 2 AM. He was awesome, and as the ultrasound tech performed the test again, doc explained to us what the test was, and the history of its development, the researching physicians, and the scoring system. He told us that morbidity rates for babies delivered one week after scoring a 2/10 on the test (like ours did) was between 60% and 90%. If the second stress test didn't give us dramatically different results, we'd have to deliver him immediately. Vaginal delivery was out of the question due to an undescended head and unripened cervix, so we'd have to go do a c section immediately.

An hour later the doctor is getting scrubbed up for surgery, and the anesthesiologist has already done his thing. Baby was extracted about 10 minutes later, healthy and hollering, 4 weeks early but still 6 pounds, 6 ounces and 20 inches long. I got to walk over with baby to the NICU as he got all set up in the open-air warmer. After about 30 minutes of stitching up the 4 layers of incisions, mom was back on a rolling bed and came to see us on the way up to her room.

I talked to the doctor afterwards, and he explained that the reason that baby wasn't moving in utero was because he had gotten himself tangled up in his cord. It was wrapped a couple times around his torso and arms. As he grew and every time he moved, it would squeeze the cord and cause him discomfort, so he froze up waiting to be rescued. Doctor (and all the nurses) was really, really impressed that we came in when we did, and trusted our instincts. It was the smart thing to do. If we had waited a day or two (or longer), we would have had fewer options, and the possibility that baby might not have survived or may have had long-term damage :(

The staff down at the NICU tell us that he's doing exactly as well as they'd expect a 36 week-er to do. His lungs are a little wimpy, but he's responding well to lung development treatment and is getting plenty of rest. He's in no mortal danger, and the doctor expects to discharge him with no long-term consequences as soon as his lungs get strong enough, probably within the next week or two.
We are bunked in a recovery room, and mom is recovering wonderfully from the surgery. After 36 hours she's without an IV, can stand up/sit down/ walk unassisted and other than the rad 6 inch long gash in her belly you'd never guess she just had a baby. We get to visit him whenever we like, and today we got to hold him with all his tubes and wires :3:

The moral of my long story is listen to your doctor/midwife's advice and don't be embarrassed to seek prompt medical attention if something doesn't feel right. Most of the time, it will probably be nothing, but if we had waited we might have had fewer options and been worse off.

Soulex
Apr 1, 2009


Cacati in mano e pigliati a schiaffi!

After trying for years my wife surprised me with a pregnancy test saying that she was pregnant. We are very excited but nervous. What kind of things can go wrong and how do we prevent them?

She goes to the doc to confirm it monday.

Bubble Babble
Apr 12, 2004

talk talk talk
blah blah blah
HAND ALLIGATOR

canyoneer posted:

The moral of my long story is listen to your doctor/midwife's advice and don't be embarrassed to seek prompt medical attention if something doesn't feel right. Most of the time, it will probably be nothing, but if we had waited we might have had fewer options and been worse off.

Wow, that's pretty much my biggest fear. My mom lost my brother in a very similar matter to that. I am SO glad everything worked out for you guys.


Also, BeastOfExmoor, we went to a pediatric dentist to get Cai's tongue and lip ties fixed. They used a laser. The whole procedure was actually pretty easy, but the aftercare was tough on all of us, as we were instructed to stretch the sites to keep them open. Ask me how much a three week old likes you in his mouth.

However, if she's had trouble gaining weight, that could help a lot. My kid's gone up five pounds (!!!!) in six weeks since the procedure.

If you are on the eastern seaboard of the US, Dr. Kotlow is who we went to see in Albany. He seems to be the premiere guy for this. PM me if you want any details or stories, or if your wife needs someone to vent to who understands. The difference in my son's latch was immediate, though it took a bit for his milk transfer skills to catch up. Seriously, don't hesitate to reach out, because if I hadn't when I was having issues, we'd likely still be suffering. A tongue tie is such a stupid thing to deal with, since the fix is so easy.

Chicken Biscuits
Oct 17, 2008
Congrats on the baby, canyoneer!!!! I admit, I tensed up reading that; I'm 35 weeks and something like that happening is absolutely terrifying.

Congratulations to you also, Soulex! The biggest thing I can offer is just don't stress, and don't let your wife stress. During my first trimester, I found that stress caused cramping; cramping can be normal throughout pregnancy, but it's still not fun worrying about what's going on in there. Her doctor will walk you both through everything, so just relax and enjoy this baby. :)

Soulex
Apr 1, 2009


Cacati in mano e pigliati a schiaffi!

Thanks. I think my biggest worry is a miscarriage. She is pretty healthy. Doesnt drink or smoke.

Maybe its because we have been trying for 3 years and it finally happened. Its almost too good to be true.

Any tips on not stressing out?

sudont
May 10, 2011
this program is useful for when you don't want to do something.

Fun Shoe
I wish I could share whatever pregnancy zen I had. I've had panic disorder and anxiety to the point of hospitalization in the past so I was terrified when I found out I was (very unexpectedly and unplannedly) pregnant. I couldn't take my anti-anxiety meds, what was I going to do?! But it's like a switch got flipped, and I was fine. I've been the same way even after my son was born. I'm not careless with his health and safety or anything but I don't seem to have that "oh my GOD you didn't wash your hands and touched my child" stuff going on. But, haha... I actually feel guilty and worry about that, so I guess it all evens out. (I worry that I don't worry enough. Nice.)

Just realize that women have been doing this since time immemorial, mostly with no assistance or intervention, and without knowing everything we know now. We were built for this. Yes, things can go wrong, and do, but it's beyond our control for the most part, and worrying about every little thing robs you of some of the little joys of pregnancy.

Chicken Biscuits
Oct 17, 2008
How old is your wife? Is she old enough to be "high-risk"? She may be seeing the doctor more often than a low-risk pregnancy, depending on her age and your issue with getting pregnant in a timely manner. If she does end up seeing the doctor more often, they may have a better chance of finding issues early on (or not find any issues at all!), which will help reduce some of your stress. :) For the record, I've had no issues so far and had been seeing my midwife every 4 weeks up until the third trimester, so maybe someone who is/was higher-risk can give more insight on that.

I did bring this up a page or so ago, but it bears repeating, mostly because it's my field of work... definitely encourage her to get pregnancy massage if you can afford it! It's a great stress reliever, and will help with any aches and pains when she gets farther along. At least once a trimester is good, but once a month is better; it all depends on your financial situation, of course. And I would wait until she sees her OB/midwife for the first time for her initial appointment before she tries to get massage. Most therapists will want a doctors note saying that massage therapy is okay for her, especially if she ends up being high-risk.

Soulex
Apr 1, 2009


Cacati in mano e pigliati a schiaffi!

Ill look into that. Thank you.

She is 33. Maybe a bit late compared to some but I have no idea if that is high risk or low risk.

sudont
May 10, 2011
this program is useful for when you don't want to do something.

Fun Shoe
I'm 37 and have had a miscarriage and I wasn't considered any sort of high risk. They recommended the NT scan (screening for chromosonal disorders) but that was it.

travelsized
Feb 21, 2006

Soulex posted:

Ill look into that. Thank you.

She is 33. Maybe a bit late compared to some but I have no idea if that is high risk or low risk.

I think advanced maternal age is considered to be around 35, so she's probably okay on that front. But if you've been trying for three years then she might be considered high risk because of that.

Does anyone have a super noisy baby? Booker is always making noises. And not cute cooing sounds but rather something like a cross between a creaky door a velociraptor and a wookie. He wines at the boob and creaks in his sleep, and when when I try to put him to sleep in his bassinet he makes these monster sounds that my husband and I joke we should record and sell to a movie studio for the next monster movie.

It makes it hard to sleep in the same room. He's slightly quieter when he's sleeping on my chest, but then I can't sleep.

Also he's super gassy all the time so he's always grunting.

He's also my toad baby.

Sockmuppet
Aug 15, 2009

Soulex posted:

After trying for years my wife surprised me with a pregnancy test saying that she was pregnant. We are very excited but nervous. What kind of things can go wrong and how do we prevent them?

She goes to the doc to confirm it monday.

Take your prenatals (well, not you, obviously, but your wife). Folic acid is super important the first three months.

Also don't eat the foods you're not supposed to eat, but don't stress out if all she can stomach is pizza and dill pickles or whatever. The fetus is so itty bitty at this point that you're not depriving it of precious nutrients by eating crap, it'll take what it needs from your reserves. After the first trimester most appetite-related troubles right themselves, and she can eat wholesome food then.

DwemerCog
Nov 27, 2012
I think miscarriage is surprisingly common early in pregnancy. So don't tell your whole family about the baby until you get to the second trimester, when things are more certain, or else you might have to have some very sad conversations with people.

You can drive yourselves mad with the restrictions pregnant women have on their lives and diets. For instance, pregnant women shouldn't have cold meats from the deli (food poisoning risk) or raw fish, or many different types of fish. They shouldn't go in hot tubs or on rollercoasters (I did both of these, right after my positive pregnancy test as I was on vacation in Disneyland. Oops.) Most drugs, over-the-counter or prescribed are not OK, so ask the doctor which to continue taking if any. Even herbal teas can be out of bounds, as they can have effects on the fetus!

Taking prenatals and avoiding alcohol is the most important thing to do.

Schweig und tanze
May 22, 2007

STUBBSSSSS INNNNNN SPACEEEE!

sudont posted:

I wish I could share whatever pregnancy zen I had. I've had panic disorder and anxiety to the point of hospitalization in the past so I was terrified when I found out I was (very unexpectedly and unplannedly) pregnant. I couldn't take my anti-anxiety meds, what was I going to do?! But it's like a switch got flipped, and I was fine. I've been the same way even after my son was born. I'm not careless with his health and safety or anything but I don't seem to have that "oh my GOD you didn't wash your hands and touched my child" stuff going on. But, haha... I actually feel guilty and worry about that, so I guess it all evens out. (I worry that I don't worry enough. Nice.)

Just realize that women have been doing this since time immemorial, mostly with no assistance or intervention, and without knowing everything we know now. We were built for this. Yes, things can go wrong, and do, but it's beyond our control for the most part, and worrying about every little thing robs you of some of the little joys of pregnancy.

Just a tip - I have panic/anxiety pretty badly as well and I was doing really, really well until my period came back. Now I am having the same issues I was before. Just something to bear in mind. Ativan is safe for breastfeeding, also.

Ceridwen
Dec 11, 2004
Of course... If the Jell-O gets moldy, the whole thing should be set aflame.

You should also remember that if she does miscarry, it's not something you did. Miscarriages are super common and the vast majority are caused by things we have absolutely no control over. And even the few causes that we do have some control over often can't be identified and managed until after the first (or even 2-3) miscarriage has occurred.

My advice is to relax, enjoy the excitement that comes with first finding out about the pregnancy, and try not to get too focused on the stuff that could go wrong. Her doctor should give you some lists of dos and don'ts at the first appointment. If you have any specific concerns not listed on it, make sure you talk to them about it. And don't spend hours researching "can pregnant women do X" on the internet because you will ALWAYS find people saying it should not be done. Almost always with absolutely no evidence to back it up and the remaining times with really flimsy evidence. Some people just seem to enjoy scaremongering pregnant women.

Oh, and even though the common wisdom is not to tell anyone in case you miscarry, think hard about whether there are people you would want support from in the case of a miscarriage. If so, consider telling them about the pregnancy now. It will give you someone to talk to about everything, and they'll be there for support if anything does go wrong. I was happy we had told my parents early on when the first pregnancy ended in miscarriage because it really helped to have their support, and we told them early the second time around as well. Just make sure it's someone you can trust not to spill the beans.

sudont
May 10, 2011
this program is useful for when you don't want to do something.

Fun Shoe

Schweig und tanze posted:

Just a tip - I have panic/anxiety pretty badly as well and I was doing really, really well until my period came back. Now I am having the same issues I was before. Just something to bear in mind. Ativan is safe for breastfeeding, also.

Interesting. I'll keep it in mind. I want to get started with a therapist again now that I have insurance anyway, so this is good to know as a possibility. I saw the 4 OB's in my practice, an OB specialist because I have a heart murmur, and 4 midwives and they all told me that Ativan was safe during pregnancy as long as I wasn't taking it in high amounts or often and same with breastfeeding. The OB specialist is the one that refilled it for me actually.

The day I was discharged, early because they were overcrowded, and after having had maybe 2 hrs sleep in 48 hours after 16 hours of labor, a 102 degree fever, and having hallucinations from a bad reaction to Benadryl, the one midwife from my practice that I never wanted see again was on. She asked me what meds I was prescribed, and I said Ativan, and she said "What? You can't take that! Where did you get it?" I said--and I don't remember this, see: hallucinations from Benadryl, but my girlfriend was in the room--"I get it off the street from my dealer. Where do you think I get it? *OB's name* prescribed it." She told me in no uncertain terms it was unsafe for breastfeeding and pregnancy. I'd done my research, and had been told the opposite by literally everyone, though. Heh, she then had me come back for a 2 week visit and specified that I needed to see her specifically, rather than a 6 week because I'm pretty sure she thought I'd be abusing drugs or something. I went to the 2 week followup but scheduled with one of the other midwives, she asked "what are you doing here 2 weeks rather than 6 weeks postpartum?" I told her what happened, and she told me again it was fine to take. I will do everything I can to not have to take it, but it's good to know it's there.

Oof. Sorry. I ranted a bit there but my postpartum care was atrocious at the amazing hospital I was at. The L&D staff was amazing though.

Anywa

Schweig und tanze
May 22, 2007

STUBBSSSSS INNNNNN SPACEEEE!

sudont posted:

Interesting. I'll keep it in mind. I want to get started with a therapist again now that I have insurance anyway, so this is good to know as a possibility. I saw the 4 OB's in my practice, an OB specialist because I have a heart murmur, and 4 midwives and they all told me that Ativan was safe during pregnancy as long as I wasn't taking it in high amounts or often and same with breastfeeding. The OB specialist is the one that refilled it for me actually.

The day I was discharged, early because they were overcrowded, and after having had maybe 2 hrs sleep in 48 hours after 16 hours of labor, a 102 degree fever, and having hallucinations from a bad reaction to Benadryl, the one midwife from my practice that I never wanted see again was on. She asked me what meds I was prescribed, and I said Ativan, and she said "What? You can't take that! Where did you get it?" I said--and I don't remember this, see: hallucinations from Benadryl, but my girlfriend was in the room--"I get it off the street from my dealer. Where do you think I get it? *OB's name* prescribed it." She told me in no uncertain terms it was unsafe for breastfeeding and pregnancy. I'd done my research, and had been told the opposite by literally everyone, though. Heh, she then had me come back for a 2 week visit and specified that I needed to see her specifically, rather than a 6 week because I'm pretty sure she thought I'd be abusing drugs or something. I went to the 2 week followup but scheduled with one of the other midwives, she asked "what are you doing here 2 weeks rather than 6 weeks postpartum?" I told her what happened, and she told me again it was fine to take. I will do everything I can to not have to take it, but it's good to know it's there.

Oof. Sorry. I ranted a bit there but my postpartum care was atrocious at the amazing hospital I was at. The L&D staff was amazing though.

Anywa

Yeah, I take as low a dose as I can if I feel a panic attack coming on (usually .5mg) to keep it from happening. It's the safest benzodiazepine to take while nursing/pregnant and that midwife is crazypants. I am actually going to speak to my OB about whether my panic issues could be hormonal because the problems started for me right around the time I stopped hormonal birth control about 6 years ago, and I had very few problems while pregnant and almost none postpartum until my cycles started back up.

Absolute Evil
Aug 25, 2008

Don't mess with Mister Creazil!

travelsized posted:



He's also my toad baby.


When my son was little bitty, he would make a strange toad croaking noise immediately after eating (not a burp) and when he was content. We dubbed him "Henry Toad". *Sigh* I miss my 11 year old (who is only 3 inches shorter than me already) being a toad baby!

sudont
May 10, 2011
this program is useful for when you don't want to do something.

Fun Shoe

Schweig und tanze posted:

Yeah, I take as low a dose as I can if I feel a panic attack coming on (usually .5mg) to keep it from happening. It's the safest benzodiazepine to take while nursing/pregnant and that midwife is crazypants. I am actually going to speak to my OB about whether my panic issues could be hormonal because the problems started for me right around the time I stopped hormonal birth control about 6 years ago, and I had very few problems while pregnant and almost none postpartum until my cycles started back up.

This was the same midwife who I somehow managed to not see till I was 38 weeks, who told me the baby was way too small, sent me for a growth ultrasound when the one from 36 weeks showed he was spot on normal, and then at 39 weeks told me I'd never dilate on my own and I'd need to be induced. He was 7 lbs 8 oz, and I dilated just fine thank you very much. I apparently also told my girlfriend, after this midwife left the room, that I was going to send her a note that said, "IN YOUR FACE!" because she was so wrong.

Hormones can do some crazy stuff. Hope you find an easy fix for your panic attacks, Schwieg.

Anya
Nov 3, 2004
"If you have information worth hearing, then I am grateful for it. If you're gonna crack jokes, then I'm gonna pull out your ribcage and wear it as a hat."
Congrats on the new babby forming!

On a side note, I am not liking my face being puffy.
On another side note, babbypalooza starts this weekend at work. My boss's wife is due today and being induced tomorrow if nothing happens (she's a tiny person). Coworker's sister is due November, I'm December, another coworker is February, friend is march. Bottom line, we all shouldn't have attended or been in the first coworker's wedding in May.

MockTurtle
Mar 9, 2006
Once I was a real Turtle.
This is a super downer so I'm sorry in advance for killing the YAY BABIES vibe, but does anyone have experience or advice about visiting ICU with babies? My dad is currently in the hospital and we don't know that he is going to make it out again. He is obviously taking it hard and he is especially regretful about not getting to hold the babies before he went in. He is concerned about passing and not ever getting to hold them. It's a very hard position because it breaks my heart that he feels that way but at the same time I am concerned about the well being of the babies. I know he doesn't have anything that is communicable but I don't know how risky it is with other patients possibly on the floor since there are 8 beds. We are already bringing them to the hospital every day since I have to be there, they are just staying in the waiting room until I'm needed.

Sockmuppet
Aug 15, 2009
Oh man, I'm so sorry :(

I think that's a question for his doctors/the nurses on his ward - they'll know best. Good luck.

DwemerCog
Nov 27, 2012
Phone the hospital first to make sure it is OK. That should take you 5 minutes. Don't ask the internet.

The hospital might not like it because the babies could bring germs in to the ICU rather than the other way round. People in hospitals are not generally there because of communicable diseases these days.

ChloroformSeduction
Sep 3, 2006

THERE'S NO CURE FOR BEING A CUNT, SO PLEASE KEEP REMINDING ME TO SHUT THE FUCK UP

Tavish was born on the 4th of September. 8lbs11oz, so a pretty decent size. They put down the drape so I could watch him being born. The anaesthesiologist was the official "photographer" and took some pretty rad, though graphic photos too. I wasn't expecting him to go all National Geographic on me, but they're pretty cool.

canyoneer posted:

Just want to share my experience here from my first baby, which happened this week. This story ends with healthy mom and healthy baby. :3:

I just want to say that this is so awesome to hear that you went in and were looked after. Congrats!

sudont posted:

ativan stuff
That's messed up. I was prescribed an ativan the night before my c-section, it's pretty much par for the course here. Depending on your perspective, it's either like the night before Christmas, or you're freaked out about surgery. Regardless, you aren't getting much sleep so it's pretty much SOP for the doctors to prescribe you it the night before. It's considered one of the safer/safest sedatives.

Soulex
Apr 1, 2009


Cacati in mano e pigliati a schiaffi!

Its a benzo with sleep inducing qualities but its not a full blown sleep aid.

I have to take Ativan :(. Many times daily.

Wife just got the first official check done. 5 weeks along and its great. Im still in awe that its actually happening.

She wanted me to ask if bleeding a tiny bit is normal. Like a drop or so

bilabial trill
Dec 25, 2008

not just a B

Soulex posted:

Its a benzo with sleep inducing qualities but its not a full blown sleep aid.

I have to take Ativan :(. Many times daily.

Wife just got the first official check done. 5 weeks along and its great. Im still in awe that its actually happening.

She wanted me to ask if bleeding a tiny bit is normal. Like a drop or so

Yeah, the cervix is extra sensitive and bleeds easily. I bled a tiny bit after sex. If it bleeds more, it's a good idea to call your doctor or midwife.

Isabelle Caramel
Jun 23, 2008
Hey everyone! I found out yesterday that I'm 4 weeks pregnant.

I've been cramping pretty badly for the past few days. In addition to this, my right ovary has pretty much been screaming at me. This is normal and expected for my periods, but since this is my first pregnancy I have no idea if this is normal. I spoke to a doctor yesterday and she said that I should go to the ER if the pain becomes too much to bear or if I start bleeding, but otherwise they didn't seem to be too concerned. Today actually feels a little better in regards to the pain, thankfully. I stayed home from school to get some extra rest. Has anyone else experienced this? And if so, how long did it go on for?

Soulex
Apr 1, 2009


Cacati in mano e pigliati a schiaffi!

rectal cushion posted:

Yeah, the cervix is extra sensitive and bleeds easily. I bled a tiny bit after sex. If it bleeds more, it's a good idea to call your doctor or midwife.

Speaking of sex. How soon can we do it again?

I dont want to mess things up

Chickalicious
Apr 13, 2005

We are the ones we've been waiting for.
You can do it whenever you both want to. As long as you don't have some 2 foot long AbortoDong, it will be fine.

Chicken Biscuits
Oct 17, 2008

Isabelle Caramel posted:

Hey everyone! I found out yesterday that I'm 4 weeks pregnant.

I've been cramping pretty badly for the past few days. In addition to this, my right ovary has pretty much been screaming at me. This is normal and expected for my periods, but since this is my first pregnancy I have no idea if this is normal. I spoke to a doctor yesterday and she said that I should go to the ER if the pain becomes too much to bear or if I start bleeding, but otherwise they didn't seem to be too concerned. Today actually feels a little better in regards to the pain, thankfully. I stayed home from school to get some extra rest. Has anyone else experienced this? And if so, how long did it go on for?

Congrats! I had cramping right when I found out I was pregnant, too. I was in the middle of "Well, I'm cramping but my period hasn't started but maybe it's too early to take a test". Usually, period-like cramps are very normal. I had mild cramping almost the whole first trimester, but not quite as bad as when I first found out I was pregnant. As long as you're not experiencing bright red blood, you should be fine. Darker or brown blood is normal, and I had that as well during the first trimester.

BeastOfExmoor
Aug 19, 2003

I will be gone, but not forever.

Chickalicious posted:

2 Foot AbortoDong

Mods, name change please.

bee
Dec 17, 2008


Do you often sing or whistle just for fun?

Isabelle Caramel posted:

Hey everyone! I found out yesterday that I'm 4 weeks pregnant.

I've been cramping pretty badly for the past few days. In addition to this, my right ovary has pretty much been screaming at me. This is normal and expected for my periods, but since this is my first pregnancy I have no idea if this is normal. I spoke to a doctor yesterday and she said that I should go to the ER if the pain becomes too much to bear or if I start bleeding, but otherwise they didn't seem to be too concerned. Today actually feels a little better in regards to the pain, thankfully. I stayed home from school to get some extra rest. Has anyone else experienced this? And if so, how long did it go on for?

Yeah, this happened to me too. Lasted about a fortnight then it went away. It's totally normal.

Anya
Nov 3, 2004
"If you have information worth hearing, then I am grateful for it. If you're gonna crack jokes, then I'm gonna pull out your ribcage and wear it as a hat."

Chickalicious posted:

2 foot long AbortoDong

This I want to see.


I signed up to do my university's 5k on my 30th bday- granted I'll be just about 8months along and I plan to just walk, but I've run their half marathon that weekend for the past two years and a ton of friends are doing it that day. Can't sit around and watch! And I may take that day after off of work to recuperate. Might as well do something cool to celebrate the big 3-0 since I can't drink like an idiot for football season.

Isabelle Caramel
Jun 23, 2008
Thank you for the reassurance, ladies. :) It's crazy how something so small can cause so much pain.

Bambina
Sep 25, 2007
I said no biting

MockTurtle posted:

This is a super downer so I'm sorry in advance for killing the YAY BABIES vibe, but does anyone have experience or advice about visiting ICU with babies? My dad is currently in the hospital and we don't know that he is going to make it out again. He is obviously taking it hard and he is especially regretful about not getting to hold the babies before he went in. He is concerned about passing and not ever getting to hold them. It's a very hard position because it breaks my heart that he feels that way but at the same time I am concerned about the well being of the babies. I know he doesn't have anything that is communicable but I don't know how risky it is with other patients possibly on the floor since there are 8 beds. We are already bringing them to the hospital every day since I have to be there, they are just staying in the waiting room until I'm needed.

Only you can make the call, it's a really hard one. I was in the same boat as you when my bubby was a newborn. I didn't bring her in to see my Nan as I was worried about germs and even though I'll never know if this decision prevented her (or anyone else) from catching anything, Nan died without leaving hospital and a year on I still get twinges of intense sadness and regret.

Ugh it's a really hard one, whatever feels right :sympathy:

Seven for a Secret
Apr 5, 2009

Isabelle Caramel posted:

\Hey everyone! I found out yesterday that I'm 4 weeks pregnant.

I've been cramping pretty badly for the past few days. In addition to this, my right ovary has pretty much been screaming at me. This is normal and expected for my periods, but since this is my first pregnancy I have no idea if this is normal. I spoke to a doctor yesterday and she said that I should go to the ER if the pain becomes too much to bear or if I start bleeding, but otherwise they didn't seem to be too concerned. Today actually feels a little better in regards to the pain, thankfully. I stayed home from school to get some extra rest. Has anyone else experienced this? And if so, how long did it go on for?

Period-like cramping was my first pregnancy symptom (convinced me I wasn't pregnant) and I think it lasted on and off for the first three weeks or so.

This was weeks ago, but I want to say thank you to everyone who responded to my question about whether your child's birth was the best day of your life. I felt a ton better after reading your replies. My daughter is coming up on six weeks old now, and for the first time I'm finding myself thinking I'll miss it when she's not a tiny baby anymore, rather than wishing this part would hurry up and be over. I'm definitely looking forward to getting to leave the house more, though!

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Chickalicious
Apr 13, 2005

We are the ones we've been waiting for.
Why aren't you leaving the house? Is your baby medically fragile? Go outside, if not. This is why people get nutty.

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