Finding time for our horses is always a major problem once school starts. With school comes soccer, cheerleading and marching band between my four kids. It's too bad all the different coaches involved couldn't get them all on the same schedule (kidding...but wouldn't that be nice?). Two have something two days a week, one child has it five days a week, another three days a week - - and that is just during the week. The weekend is full of two football games for my three girls and soccer game for my son. Our poor horses get shut out for a couple months while Fall sports take over our home so the equestrian riding apparel isn't getting much use at the moment.
I took a pregnancy test this morning being four days overdue. I couldn't figure out where I was going to find time if the test was positive. I'm turning 40 next month so an oopsy baby would be a huge, unexpected surprise. The test was negative. As much as I love babies and still get that little twinge when I see a newborn, I am just not ready to start over again. Now to talk my husband into a vasectomy so these scares don't happen! How many Valium does it take for a man to have a vasectomy? Mine is scared to even think about it.
Showing posts with label pregnancy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pregnancy. Show all posts
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Friday, October 22, 2010
Babies are worth it!
I'll bet one thing you might not have realized about pregnancy is the funny things your skin can do! From stretch marks to acne to dry skin - what's a girl to do? Geesh! Like nine months of needles, check-ups, gaining weight, and getting sick weren't enough! You also have to get acne face wash, stretch mark cream, and get more used to those very personal doctor visits than any girl wants to!
That little baby at the end of those months is definitely worth it though, right? I think so. I had four kids so that must be true.
That little baby at the end of those months is definitely worth it though, right? I think so. I had four kids so that must be true.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Not Pregnant
Well, the pregnancy test was negative AND I started my period. Guess I didn't need to waste money on a pregnancy test.
Now that I know I'm not pregnant, I am looking into the best weight loss supplements or a change in my thyroid medicine. I get my thyroid tested again next week so I will be able to see exactly what my thyroid is doing, or not doing in my case. These thyroid symptoms are really irritating. I'm pulling hair off my hands when I touch my hair, off my shirt, etc. My daughter pulled a piece of hair out of her eggs today. That was kind of gross.
Now that I know I'm not pregnant, I am looking into the best weight loss supplements or a change in my thyroid medicine. I get my thyroid tested again next week so I will be able to see exactly what my thyroid is doing, or not doing in my case. These thyroid symptoms are really irritating. I'm pulling hair off my hands when I touch my hair, off my shirt, etc. My daughter pulled a piece of hair out of her eggs today. That was kind of gross.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Unexpected Pregnancy?
Well, if my period doesn't start soon, I am going to have to take a test to see if I am a mommy again. As my youngest gets ready to start kindergarten, the thought of starting over with diapers, personalized baby gifts, high chairs, and sleepless nights is a bit scary.
It's a week late. It has me a bit worried, but hubby isn't. He thinks it is thyroid-related because my medication was changed a month ago. The chance that he's right not to be worried is very high but I'm still going to worry until I start or a test tells me otherwise.
It's a week late. It has me a bit worried, but hubby isn't. He thinks it is thyroid-related because my medication was changed a month ago. The chance that he's right not to be worried is very high but I'm still going to worry until I start or a test tells me otherwise.
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Rent a Fetal Doppler
When I was pregnant, we had to wait for doctor appointments to hear our baby's heartbeat. Now I hear that you can rent your own fetal doppler! You can set your mind at ease or share with anybody and everybody as you wish of your little's one beating heart, especially the first few months when assurances seem more necessary (and appreciated) than after that worrisome three-month point. How cool is that?
I always loved hearing the heartbeat and then seeing the ultrasounds for a little preview of the little one. Plus, I always wanted to know whether we were having a boy or girl so we always found out.
Things have advanced so much in the five years since I gave birth to our youngest child. I wish losing that extra baby weight naturally or with a weight loss dietary supplement would advance just as quickly! They say nursing helps you lose weight and I nursed for two years. Because of my thyroid, all that weight that was supposed to drop off...let's just say I'm still carrying too much of it five years later.
I always loved hearing the heartbeat and then seeing the ultrasounds for a little preview of the little one. Plus, I always wanted to know whether we were having a boy or girl so we always found out.
Things have advanced so much in the five years since I gave birth to our youngest child. I wish losing that extra baby weight naturally or with a weight loss dietary supplement would advance just as quickly! They say nursing helps you lose weight and I nursed for two years. Because of my thyroid, all that weight that was supposed to drop off...let's just say I'm still carrying too much of it five years later.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Do you have baby brain?
If you've been told you were suffering from "baby brain" (memory lapses) due to pregnancy, a recent study just proved that concept all wrong. Read about it here.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Folic Acid Cause Asthma?
A small study in Australia is looking at the possibility that folic acid may increase a child's risk of developing asthma if taken in late pregnancy (only late pregnancy, NOT prior to or early pregnancy where it is still thought to be useful in preventing neural tube defects). I sure hope that study is wrong for the thousands of women who were told by doctors to take it throughout pregnancy. Read more about it here.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Don't Let Hormones Rule You After Childbirth
New moms fall into the "mom hair" thing pretty quickly I think. Within one week of having my first child, I had all my hair chopped off. I don't know if it was hormonal or just easier. I did it again with my second child. I don't look good in short hair but I really think hormones took over.
You have this soft belly left over right after your pregnancy and child's birth, and you're feeling a little dumpy. What better way than to make a change like a haircut and why not make it easier while we're at it since the kids are going to keep us so busy and go short? That was my thought-pattern each time. My mistake.
I learned my lesson after that. I made my husband promise that he'd remind me after the births of the rest of our kids not to cut my hair short and why. He did and it kept me from doing anything drastic to my hair.
I need to concentrate on finding a good salon franchise for my children's hair instead of letting hormones take over for me (because I have also been doing the "mom thing" and cutting their hair myself the last couple of years most of the time) and it's not a good thing (for them). My hormones are out of whack because of my thyroid disease so I'm still up and down hormonally even though I'm not pregnant.
You have this soft belly left over right after your pregnancy and child's birth, and you're feeling a little dumpy. What better way than to make a change like a haircut and why not make it easier while we're at it since the kids are going to keep us so busy and go short? That was my thought-pattern each time. My mistake.
I learned my lesson after that. I made my husband promise that he'd remind me after the births of the rest of our kids not to cut my hair short and why. He did and it kept me from doing anything drastic to my hair.
I need to concentrate on finding a good salon franchise for my children's hair instead of letting hormones take over for me (because I have also been doing the "mom thing" and cutting their hair myself the last couple of years most of the time) and it's not a good thing (for them). My hormones are out of whack because of my thyroid disease so I'm still up and down hormonally even though I'm not pregnant.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Urge to Have Baby
We've decided, after four of our own children and my two stepchildren, that we have finished adding to our family. Even though I feel the urge every so often to have another child, the desire to be done with around the clock "baby" seems slightly stronger - enough to where I am not devastated over not having another child. Now when I hold them, I enjoy returning them to their mommies when they start crying. That's a great sign that I am over the major urge to keep reproducing. Considering I have felt that urge since my teens (seriously!), it's been a long time coming. I have four beautiful kids of my own and the maternal bond is strong and we couldn't be happier.
I have a sister due to have her second child soon. It's been 15 years since she had her last child so it will truly be starting over with sleepless nights, around the clock feedings, and diapers. She's had her baby shower already and I'm sure received many baby gift baskets full of necessities for her future second son.
I have a sister due to have her second child soon. It's been 15 years since she had her last child so it will truly be starting over with sleepless nights, around the clock feedings, and diapers. She's had her baby shower already and I'm sure received many baby gift baskets full of necessities for her future second son.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Eye Changes While Pregnant
While pregnant, you might notice your eyes to changing along with the rest of your body. It doesn't happen for everybody but many pregnant women might notice changes in their vision during this time. You should always tell your doctor because while it may be normal for some and temporary, it may also signal problems (like high blood pressure, diabetes, etc.).
I developed migraines while pregnant with my son brought on by the hormones. It was the only time in my life when I had migraines. I curled up under the covers completely to block out light and noise and waited until my vision cleared and numbness in my face and arm went away (several hours). It's how I knew I was carrying a boy as opposed to my daughter before him (I was right). I figured only a male could cause that much pain. Kidding.
If your vision changes, it's not likely they'll change your prescription while you are pregnant because it will take weeks after the birth of your child until your eyes settle back into what will be normal for you (and safe to get new prescription lenses or contacts then). However, it is a good idea to include an eye exam in your prenatal routine along with all the ob/gyn visits due to the other problems that your eye doctor can catch for you like your blood pressure changes.
If you are having more headaches than usual and your doctor has cleared you for any problems, wear Women's Sunglasses when out in the sun. Not only will it protect your eyes from UV rays but it will reduce the squinting which can make those hormone-induced headaches worse!
I developed migraines while pregnant with my son brought on by the hormones. It was the only time in my life when I had migraines. I curled up under the covers completely to block out light and noise and waited until my vision cleared and numbness in my face and arm went away (several hours). It's how I knew I was carrying a boy as opposed to my daughter before him (I was right). I figured only a male could cause that much pain. Kidding.
If your vision changes, it's not likely they'll change your prescription while you are pregnant because it will take weeks after the birth of your child until your eyes settle back into what will be normal for you (and safe to get new prescription lenses or contacts then). However, it is a good idea to include an eye exam in your prenatal routine along with all the ob/gyn visits due to the other problems that your eye doctor can catch for you like your blood pressure changes.
If you are having more headaches than usual and your doctor has cleared you for any problems, wear Women's Sunglasses when out in the sun. Not only will it protect your eyes from UV rays but it will reduce the squinting which can make those hormone-induced headaches worse!
Friday, July 17, 2009
Trying to Take Back Childbirth
An article about taking childbirth back can be found here. If you're interested in less "medical" and more "natural", you might want to read this.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Eating for Two
When you are pregnant and hear that you are now "eating for two", what does that mean to you? Does it mean to double up what you are eating? From the way some people eat while pregnant, I think many people think that is what it means. It doesn't though (even if we use the excuse that we are pregnant to eat way more than we need for the growing baby). What it will mean is more weight for you to lose after the baby is born, unless you plan on keeping it.
During most of the pregnancy, the recommendation is about 300 extra calories (a little less during the first trimester). When you think of it that way, it doesn't take much for that little extra - perhaps a glass of milk and serving of fruit or veggies at dinner (yum right?).
During most of the pregnancy, the recommendation is about 300 extra calories (a little less during the first trimester). When you think of it that way, it doesn't take much for that little extra - perhaps a glass of milk and serving of fruit or veggies at dinner (yum right?).
Maternity Clothes for the Nouveau Mommy
Pregnancy is beautiful. Your body is growing and changing to accommodate another little life. I think that is about as magical as it can get. It's precious.
Maternity clothes have come a long way too from 13 years ago. I wish they'd made maternity clothes like this back then.
If you are struggling with how you feel over your changing body, remember that you have created life. eHow has many articles about pregnancy. Look up How to Keep a Positive Self-Image During Your Pregnancy.
Maternity clothes have come a long way too from 13 years ago. I wish they'd made maternity clothes like this back then.
We saw my pregnant niece this past week. She had a form-fitting top on and looked beautiful. It's a great time (fashion-wise) to be pregnant...much better than the pregnant clothes I had to choose from.
If you are struggling with how you feel over your changing body, remember that you have created life. eHow has many articles about pregnancy. Look up How to Keep a Positive Self-Image During Your Pregnancy.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
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