I'm having a baby!!!

[Windflower]

I second that guess.
Can we get a third?

 

[satindesire]

I've been having a lot of trouble with my energy levels lately. I used to be so...you know, get-up-and-go, wake up in the morning, clean myself up, then I'm up doing stuff all day long. Now just walking my happy ass downstairs to do laundry is killing me. I literally, halfway back upstairs, have to sit down ON the staircase to breathe 'cause I get so tired.

I read at the pregnancy website that I'm going to that exhaustion is really common, though, so I'm not too worried about it. It's just a pain in the ass.

Course, it doesn't help that it's two flights of stairs. Effing two-story split level. WHY did I buy this thing anyway?!?!

Ugh. Back to what I was gonna say.

So I'm terrible about moving. When it comes to moving, I just throw shit in boxes and let it sort itself out eventually...I'm highly gung ho and not really that organized at all, so I've misplaced my digital camera somewhere and have yet to find it.

As soon as I do, I'm putting up new pictures. I need to get new ones for my myspace anyway.

 

[Sir_Winston54]

This is either a really sweet or a really perverted post.

Or both.

Ok, probably both.

I second that guess.
Can we get a third?

How about sweetly perverted?

The fact is, though, that I think the blossoming of a happily expecting mother-to-be is one of the most beautiful sights in the world, and I look forward to Megan sharing her journey with us.

 

[Sir_Winston54]

I've been having a lot of trouble with my energy levels lately. I used to be so...you know, get-up-and-go, wake up in the morning, clean myself up, then I'm up doing stuff all day long. Now just walking my happy ass downstairs to do laundry is killing me. I literally, halfway back upstairs, have to sit down ON the staircase to breathe 'cause I get so tired.

I read at the pregnancy website that I'm going to that exhaustion is really common, though, so I'm not too worried about it. It's just a pain in the ass....

It's not so much that you're getting tired from the climb, but that your body is not able to shuffle as much oxygen into your bloodstream as it was, now that all the ooey-gooey things inside are getting rearranged to make room for the progeny. As things get settled back down, it'll actually get a bit easier (but not as easy as it was pre-pregnancy, since you'll have the extra somewhat-off-balance stuff sloshing around ). (Not that I've *been there, done that,* but my second wife was and did, and we discussed the changes her body was going through, and how they affected her.)

 

[satindesire]

It's not so much that you're getting tired from the climb, but that your body is not able to shuffle as much oxygen into your bloodstream as it was, now that all the ooey-gooey things inside are getting rearranged to make room for the progeny. As things get settled back down, it'll actually get a bit easier (but not as easy as it was pre-pregnancy, since you'll have the extra somewhat-off-balance stuff sloshing around ). (Not that I've *been there, done that,* but my second wife was and did, and we discussed the changes her body was going through, and how they affected her.)

I do get breathless a lot!! I really thought it would come much later in the pregnancy, not this early. *facepalm laughing* But one good thing I've noticed is that my face-skin is starting to change. My cheeks are red all the time like I'm wearing rouge.

Is that the 'glow' that people talk about?

 

[EmpressFi]

I do get breathless a lot!! I really thought it would come much later in the pregnancy, not this early. *facepalm laughing* But one good thing I've noticed is that my face-skin is starting to change. My cheeks are red all the time like I'm wearing rouge.

Is that the 'glow' that people talk about?

That's not the "glow" as much as it's the change in circulation.

I dont know how far along you are but you'll pretty much be exhausted for the first 12 weeks... then your 2nd trimester, you'll feel pretty good, usually. You'll get alot of your day to day energy back as the morning (all day) sickness leaves and your body adjusts to the flux of hormones and changes in body chemistry, etc. Oh.. and sometime you're gonna get this pain that feels like a groin pull.. it's normal and called round ligament pain and it's sent from hades directly.

Then there's the 3rd trimester...

The baby's has moved up and has pushed your stomach and intestines up under your ribs so you'll be more breathless in doing even small things like rolling over in bed, or walking to the bathroom. You'll find that you'll want to get either a curved pillow or body pillow and sleep on your sides. Eventually, you wont be able to lie on your back for that long without it being uncomfortable. The left side is best for your circulation as it takes the baby off the inferior vena cava and lower aorta. It's about this time, that you'll start feeling like you did in the first trimester in that suddenly, afternoon naps and going to bed early seem like the best thing since sliced bread and you'll want them.

I'm in my 8th month.. 5 weeks until the baby's considered full-term, 8 weeks to 40 complete weeks. And every day about 2-3pm. I fight falling asleep at my desk at work. And most nights, I'm ready for bed by 9...

Good luck with the rest of your pregnancy and as I said, feel free to PM me with any questions.

There's a great website with a great community of women there to answer questions, share concerns, etc.. look for whattoexpect.com. They have information, ways to track your pregnancy and forums in many different topics, even ones for the daddy to be.

 

[LilyBart]

Conratulations SD!

My (distant) memory is that the first trimester is exhausting as the body is getting used to this new responsibility. Second trimester is euphoric. Great hair, great skin. More energy. Last trimester just drags. To the point that I cried over not being able to dress my lower half.

The good news is, you have a child, your child, at the end. And I hope you will have the same joy that I have had in raising your munchkin.


And EmpressFi...I had no idea that you were also pregnant. Congratulations to you too!

You both have a lot of joy to look forward to!

~LB

 

[YourCaptor]

SDs weakened state has me wondering.

Pregnant women are just about the only women I want to be gentle with. They just don't evoke that usual, "I want that one", and the ensuing "stay where I want you" responses. Instead it's more of a envelop and protect sort of thing. Hard to describe. Any other doms, or even men get that too? Is it instinctive?

 

[Essene]

SDs weakened state has me wondering.

Pregnant women are just about the only women I want to be gentle with. They just don't evoke that usual, "I want that one", and the ensuing "stay where I want you" responses. Instead it's more of a envelop and protect sort of thing. Hard to describe. Any other doms, or even men get that too? Is it instinctive?

I don't know how to answer your questions, but that just gave me a big heaping dose of the warm fuzzies. That was soooo cute.

 

[notalwaysweak]

Congratulations, and I hope that the morning sickness stops real soon!

 

[minx1]

Huge Congratulations Satin

I can only begin to imagine the excitement you must be feeling.

Wishing you all well and much happiness.

 

[Sir_Winston54]

SDs weakened state has me wondering.

Pregnant women are just about the only women I want to be gentle with. They just don't evoke that usual, "I want that one", and the ensuing "stay where I want you" responses. Instead it's more of a envelop and protect sort of thing. Hard to describe. Any other doms, or even men get that too? Is it instinctive?

Got to admit you've got me on that one. I'm generally a protective sort of sadist (!?), but my sadistic impulses/feelings are way ramped down and protective/gentle side way ramped up with the expectant mommies. Got to also admit, though, that pregnant women who aren't mine also make me horny.

Not sure where that (probably) atavistic response comes from, though I seem to remember it being discussed - very briefly - in a psych class in college. I want to say it's something about competition, and wanting to fuck another man's pregnant wife to show superiority or somehow put a "claim" on the unborn child, but I'm not sure if that's a memory or just something my brain has slowly sludged up.

 

[satindesire]

Got to also admit, though, that pregnant women who aren't mine also make me horny.

Pregnant porn!

 

[Sir_Winston54]

Got to also admit, though, that pregnant women who aren't mine also make me horny.

Pregnant porn!

Strangely enough, I've seen pregnant porn a few times, and most of it left me absolutely cold. The only time it did anything for me was when there was an obvious loving/caring/cuddling aspect between the people. Most of the time, it kinda squicked me out, I think because I didn't detect any of that caring/protective sort of feeling.

 

[FantaSeaGirl]

Congratulations SD!

I am 8 weeks pregnant with my second child so I'm experiancing the lethargy that you are also. It's strange, I remember that I felt this way last time but I can't remember it being quite this bad. Perhaps it's because I now spend my days running after a 2 1/2 year old!

I'm due August 26th. When's your due date?

 

[Lancecastor]

Does Scott know he's the father?

Has the Down Syndrome Poster Child Committee been alerted?

 

[Lancecastor]

Prediction:

You're missing the play here kids....this is a Miscarriage Thread setup.

Classic Attention Whore fallback strategy after the Dying Relative thread fails.

After that will be the Deserting Husband thread.

Then the Life's Not Worth Living thread.

 

[satindesire]

Congratulations SD!

I am 8 weeks pregnant with my second child so I'm experiancing the lethargy that you are also. It's strange, I remember that I felt this way last time but I can't remember it being quite this bad. Perhaps it's because I now spend my days running after a 2 1/2 year old!

I'm due August 26th. When's your due date?

Don't know yet! I signed up to go see a doctor but it'll be a little while...I can't wait for my first ultrasound!!

My bff L told me over the phone today that she's already planning my baby shower! I'm so excited! I've only been to one baby shower before in my whole life and it was sooo great, I can't wait to have one for my own baby!

I'm starting to show already. Maybe it's twins? *squeals with glee!!*

Oh, I forgot to add this in...

The smell of bacon is now making me so nauseas that I can barely stand to stay in the house when it's being cooked. And it LINGERS...good GOD does it linger for what seems like hours. I drank water and orange juice and took my vitamins but I haven't really been able to eat anything except a half a piece of dry wheat toast and a few saltines. I took my vitamins, and managed to keep them down somehow, but I've been sleeping on and off all day!

Mister is so happy, though, all he ever talks about is the baby. *laughing* It really makes me feel so much more secure knowing that I have a partner like him helping me...I never really thought about how scary it must feel for single moms to have to raise a baby on their own.

 

[rosco rathbone]

Congratulations!

 

[caela]

Mister is so happy, though, all he ever talks about is the baby. *laughing* It really makes me feel so much more secure knowing that I have a partner like him helping me...I never really thought about how scary it must feel for single moms to have to raise a baby on their own.

It's good to hear that you have a supportive partner. Speaking as a single mom I can say that how scary it is (at least for me) depends a great deal on how well you're able to care for yourself. In my case I'm 29, have finished school, and have a decent paying job. Things are tight but manageable and will be easier once I'm done paying off the car. I also have the support of a wonderful family and an amazing group of co-workers who are more than willing to help me when I need it.

I may not have a "daddy" type around but I've got a great support system and don't have to worry (overly much) about money all the time. How single mom's far from their family or working two and three jobs do it I will never know and I have nothing but respect for them!

 

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[Shankara20]

Pregnant porn!

and I know who you can send your oversize panties to once your are done with them

oh, and Congratulations!!!!!!

 

[KRCummings]

For fucks sake.
So are you having the miscarriage before or after Scotty dies?
Did he have a drink to celebrate?

 

[satindesire]

Wow, I hope that ends for you very soon. The smell of bacon frying is one of my favorite aromas. How unfortunate for you...

It sounds like you are having so much fun already! The nausea and exhaustion will pass soon, and then you two will be able to really enjoy the situation.

I hope so too.

I am having a lot of fun! My girl L came over tonight and brought me the "What To Expect When You're Expecting" book, it's so awesome! I've read almost half of it already tonight! And she bought me some peppermint tea, a bag of peppermint candies to calm my tummy, a baby name book, and a mommy to be card.

Also, she works out of her home making these really nice gift baskets for holidays, and she's making me AND my mom one apiece for Valentines! She gave me her catalog to see what the items would be, and man, it looks great! Of course, she's giving me sparkling grape juice instead of champagne, but otherwise it's just like the other ones she sells. Everything's homemade!

Oh oh, and the BEST thing? She's taking us both up to this spa called "Bellisima" (I think it might be in Tulsa?) for a FULL DAY of prenatal-safe treatments like massage, facials, haircut, nails, mud baths, etc etc etc...Oh man, I was literally like bawling my eyes out after she was all done with the presents.

She's a great friend, I really couldn't ask for better people to have around me while I'm expecting.

and I know who you can send your oversize panties to once your are done with them

oh, and Congratulations!!!!!!

*dies* Oh Shanky, you are so cute! Trust me, unless I can find out where they sell pretty maternity panties, I might have to opt for the plain jane bikini briefs.

It's good to hear that you have a supportive partner. Speaking as a single mom I can say that how scary it is (at least for me) depends a great deal on how well you're able to care for yourself. In my case I'm 29, have finished school, and have a decent paying job. Things are tight but manageable and will be easier once I'm done paying off the car. I also have the support of a wonderful family and an amazing group of co-workers who are more than willing to help me when I need it.

I may not have a "daddy" type around but I've got a great support system and don't have to worry (overly much) about money all the time. How single mom's far from their family or working two and three jobs do it I will never know and I have nothing but respect for them!

I'm really glad that you have a support system of people to help you. I would be in such a state of panic if it wasn't for my family...I think Mister getting this new position in his company was a perfect blessing from God, now I don't have to worry about working because his income is enough for all three of us! We always wanted me to be a stay at home mom, we just didn't think I'd get to so soon!! ^_^

One of my family members recently had a baby so I might hit her up for maternity clothes if she still has them...Where did you shop for clothes?

 

[unregistered]