Tomorrow morning DH and I are flying out to Florida! It's a combo vacation, babymoon, family wedding and 2nd anniversary trip for us. I have to admit that I can be a little bit nervous as a flier, but I'm praying for peace.
I don't know how many of you are also going on vacation soon, but I hope that you have safe travels and sunny skies!
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Leaking and Allergies (not related)
*warning: this post may be a little TMI*
So I'm very aware by now that CM in pregnancy is different and happens a lot more. Does anyone else feel a little freaked out about how much it's changed?
On a related note, is anyone experiencing book leakage? The other night DH touched my chest and a few minutes later I noticed a wet spot on my t-shirt. I have no idea what it is and it was totally unexpected.
And now for the allergies portion. I have severe allergies to Birch, Oak and Willow trees (it sucks, really) which are in the high levels for pollen right now. I'm not having a severe reaction because I'm inside most of the time, but I am quite itchy.
I normally take Claritin for allergies because Benadryl makes me sleepy and I can't be doing that while at work. Does anyone know if their DR is OK with using this for allergies?
So I'm very aware by now that CM in pregnancy is different and happens a lot more. Does anyone else feel a little freaked out about how much it's changed?
On a related note, is anyone experiencing book leakage? The other night DH touched my chest and a few minutes later I noticed a wet spot on my t-shirt. I have no idea what it is and it was totally unexpected.
And now for the allergies portion. I have severe allergies to Birch, Oak and Willow trees (it sucks, really) which are in the high levels for pollen right now. I'm not having a severe reaction because I'm inside most of the time, but I am quite itchy.
I normally take Claritin for allergies because Benadryl makes me sleepy and I can't be doing that while at work. Does anyone know if their DR is OK with using this for allergies?
Monday, May 4, 2009
Back from month 5 OB appointment
Everything is good! The Dr said that the 20 week u/s came back normal and all my blood work and testing was normal, too. I asked about the Strep B test, but he said that they don't do it until week 35. Phew! We got to listen to the heartbeat although baby was hiding deep because it took a while for him to find it. I'm still in awe of that sound!
I've gained 5 pounds this month...I was surprised at that! That puts my total at 8 since my very first appointment.
I also got a chance to tell the DR that I'm having a UC flare. Luckily it's very mild by comparison, so it'll probably resolve itself. He also gave me the all clear to use a topical steroid cream for my excema.
All's well!
I've gained 5 pounds this month...I was surprised at that! That puts my total at 8 since my very first appointment.
I also got a chance to tell the DR that I'm having a UC flare. Luckily it's very mild by comparison, so it'll probably resolve itself. He also gave me the all clear to use a topical steroid cream for my excema.
All's well!
Sunday, May 3, 2009
21 weeks baby belly!
This morning while getting ready for church, I snapped a picture of my baby belly. I have to admit that it looks a lot bigger in person than it does in the photo, but I won't complain!
So without further delay, here I am in my baby belly glory, half way through the pregnancy!
So without further delay, here I am in my baby belly glory, half way through the pregnancy!
