Don't Want to Be Left Out!

[JaneDoe]

Not wanting to be left out of the recent trend of this community, I guess I should share that my husband and I are also expecting a baby (our first). I'm only about 10 weeks (we're due in February). But, I have already had a couple of ultra-sounds, and the most recent one revealed that our baby already has a head, arms, legs and a rockin' heartbeat (178 bpm). It was amazing.

I know I'm not the most frequent poster here, but I do visit all of the time. Some of you may recall that I indicated a while ago that my husband and I were thinking of starting a family soon. Well, I guess we did a little more than just thinking.

I have to admit, I've gone through a variety of emotions. I'm really scared of the enormity of our new responsibilites, I'm always concerned about our baby's health, and I'm simply curious about how our baby will look and act, but overall I'm so excited. Fortunately, I haven't had any morning sickness; however, I ofter get that feeling where I'm starving, yet absolutely nothing sounds good to me. I'm also tired all of the time. It's embarrassing at how early I go to bed.

I thought I would share our news, especially since it appears that I will be good company for the next 30 weeks or so.

[Michele]

congratualtions!!!

Michele

[mommax3]

Congratulations! There does seem to be something in the water around here! I am happy for you and it sounds like things are going well. My husband and I always gave a huge sigh of relief when we saw the heartbeat for the first time --- a very good omen! I am glad you haven't felt too badly --- you will feel less sleepy in a few weeks, I'm sure.

Post whenever you feel like it and keep us up to date!

Sally

[houseelf]

First and foremost, congratulations and welcome to the club! You should know that my little Aquarian first born is a near perfect child. They are so easy going. (Not that I believe in astrology or anything.)

We'll have to stage a new round of bets on the boards to determine gender, whether they come early or late, weight, etc.

If it is any consolation, everything that you are thinking and feeling is normal. Pregnancy brings out my most anxious, analytical self. I could list some of the fears, but I'm sure that you know what I'm talking about. Poor dh has to spend 20 minutes every night reassuring me that everything will be fine, the baby will be healthy, we'll work it all out, we'll manage finacially, we'll be happy, our first born won't suffer by not being our only anymore, and that dh will still love me if I weigh 300 pounds after this is all done. I can feel myself becoming freaky and yet I can't stop the questions in my head, like some hamster on a wheel. Pregnancy brings out my most psychotic self. Add into this equation some naseousness and some crankiness from being tired, and you'll begin to feel sorry for those around me. I'm sure that there is some culture out there who isolates pregnant women for mental health well being of the community.

Anyway, you, me, and every other preggers out there just need to keep in mind that this is the biggest blessing that we will ever receive and that we will manage just fine. Seriously, the pioneer women did it. Pardon me, I have to go chant this affirmation now.

Kelly

I'm sure that there is some culture out there who isolates pregnant women for mental health well being of the community.

Take me to their leader! I think that would be a very appropriate arrangement for me right now. Also, no keys, PINs, codes, etc to remember in this special place.

Congratulations, Janedoe! It does seem like most of us are pregnant, doesn't it? You'll start feeling less tired soon....I promise. I am 14 weeks and was able to stay up until 10 last night. Woohoo!

Have you checked out babycenter.com? It's a nice website and they will send you weekly updates on babe's development.

[BonBon]

JaneDoe -

Wow, there IS something in the water!! Congratulations!!!

Have you read that heartbeats >150 bpm means it's a girl? My baby also has a seriously beating heart ~167 bpm. I checked out a Chinese chart that said I was having a girl. I am convinced it's a girl! (Very logical and rational, huh? but even before that I was sure it was a girl...I guess we'll see soon!)

Kelly -
I'm an aquarian baby as will be my own. I don't subscribe to astrology either, except as fun. My mom claims I was a VERY easy baby, let's hope there is something to it!

[BonBon]

Oh Jane, I forgot to mention...all those feelings are completely normal!! I was freaking out for a while, and Kris was kind enough to reassure me.

Well, I still am freaking out, worried about the baby's health, if I should even BE a mother, etc. And then I'll get excited. and then worried, etc....

I really wish there was an isolation area for pregnant ladies. Poor Kevin has had to deal with me snapping at him, and then 10 minutes later I start bawling. And forget about sex, I've wanted nothing to do with it for some time now. 8O

[SueC]

Congrats to all the pregos!
My girls both had fast heartbeats, though I guess its not fool proof!

[Auspicious]

Congratulations!

Wow, congratulations! Must've been a full moon about 10-11 weeks ago! Hope you are feeling better soon. How exciting!

Congratulations to all of you pregos out there! I didn't realize there were so many of you. In a weird way, I wish I was with you -- but, I already have three healthy kids, and I'm on the older side. I just loved being pregnant and giving birth. Each one was completely different and individual, but each was enjoyable. I was a lucky one -- low risk and relatively easy pregnancies.

In response to the original post -- I think what helped calm my fears during my first pregnancy was getting more information on the whole gammut. I highly recommend The Birth Book by Dr. Sears. He is a pediatrician and father of about six kids himself. The book is filled with a ton of information about pregnancy, birth, postpartum and newborn care. Sometimes getting educated on the things that are bothering you can help put your fears to rest. And I know that many women fear labor and birth (and we women are awful to each other with scary birth stories!), but once you learn the pattern of labor and what you can expect, it makes it much less frightening.

Good luck to all of you with your pregnancies and births. What a great way to spend February -- reading up on your birth stories.

[Phoebe]

Congrats to you!!

Jennifer

Congratulations!!!!! I am glad that you are feeling well. I loved hearing the baby's heartbeat! I used to hear that the fast heartbeat was a girl too. My first three boys would start off around 144 and then drop to 125 in the end. My last one though had started in the 160s and I thought he was a girl. He was just tricking me!!!

Good luck with the rest of the pregnancy. I look forward to hearing how everything is going.

Robin

[Rapunzel]

Congratulations! Gee, maybe if you post on the site you get pregnant. Maybe I should stop posting..... 8)

[Auspicious]

Gee, maybe if you post on the site you get pregnant.

Bite your tongue!! 8O 8O