On Tuesday night at around 5:30, I started having what felt like menstrual cramps. Obviously, not a good thing to experience when you are pregnant. It continued throughout the night, sometimes more intense than others, but went away while I was asleep.
The following morning, it picked back up again. This time, more intensely. I called the nurse and she told me to go to Labor & Delivery at the hospital.
Turns out, I have a UTI. Never in a million years would I have thought that a UTI could cause that kind of pain, but apparently, when you are pregnant they can be very dangerous. Letting one go too far could even bring on early labor.
Interestingly, I didn't have any symptoms. I was completely clueless. They sent me home with a prescription of Kelflex and told me to take it easy. On my way home, all of the sudden I started feeling the symptoms....not pleasant.
After two days of antibiotics, I am starting to feel better. At least I will know what to look out for, in case this happens again. Let's pray it doesn't though.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
There's a Burning in my Heart
I have suffered from heartburn even before pregnancy, so I should have expected that it would be worse during pregnancy! Still, I don't remember getting it this bad when I was pregnant with J (maybe I blocked it)!
Anyhow, I couldn't sleep last night because I had the world's WORST heartburn. So bad, in fact, that I ended up puking up about a pound of bile.
Ugh, the joys of pregancy!
Anyhow, I couldn't sleep last night because I had the world's WORST heartburn. So bad, in fact, that I ended up puking up about a pound of bile.
Ugh, the joys of pregancy!
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Time for a Change
So my son has been going to an in-home daycare for the last two years. It's worked out really well for us for the most part, so we've kept him there. I'd always been pretty good friends with the girl who takes care of J, and I felt good about the fact that she was so competent at her job.
Things started to change about a month ago, when my husband came home from dropping J off to tell me that her child might have H1N1. Nothing was confirmed, but it was a possibility. I was upset with my husband for leaving him there, but also upset with her for not letting us know, considering that I am pregnant. Later that morning, she found out that it wasn't H1N1, but I was still upset that I wasn't given notice. Had it been me dropping J off, I would not have left him there. Later that day, she called me, angry because I had said something about it that got back to another parent; a guy who happens to work in my office. I explained why I was upset about the whole thing and she just couldn't see my point of view.
After that, things just haven't been the same. Yesterday, I was a few minutes late picking J up and even though she was busy talking to other parents and there were still other kids there, she made a comment about it to my husband (not me) this morning.
It just seems like there is always some kind of drama...if it's not involving me, it's involving other parents and somehow I end up hearing about it (which means she is also complaining about me to the other parents). I cannot go through this for another 4+ years with the new baby, so I decided to make a phone call.
There is a daycare center in the area I kept hearing about from people. It gets rave reviews for their educational programs, staff, cleanliness and cost. I went ahead and called and found out that not only is it about the same price as what I am paying, but that they also provide a square meal for lunch and two snacks during the day. Additionally, they are open until 6:00pm, which would allow me to be more flexible with my work hours. They also offer VPK, which means I wouldn't have to be picking my son up in the middle of the day to take him to daycare. Another plus...it's located about 10 minutes from our house, and is directly on my way home from the office, if ever I have to go in.
The only downside is that there is a wait list. I went ahead and had J put on the list, along with the new baby. They don't expect any openings until May or June, which is perfect for the baby, but a ways to wait for J.
Anyhow, in the meantime, my husband and I will be going over there sometime to check the place out. I NEVER thought I would be excited about sending my child to daycare, but surprisingly, I am.
Things started to change about a month ago, when my husband came home from dropping J off to tell me that her child might have H1N1. Nothing was confirmed, but it was a possibility. I was upset with my husband for leaving him there, but also upset with her for not letting us know, considering that I am pregnant. Later that morning, she found out that it wasn't H1N1, but I was still upset that I wasn't given notice. Had it been me dropping J off, I would not have left him there. Later that day, she called me, angry because I had said something about it that got back to another parent; a guy who happens to work in my office. I explained why I was upset about the whole thing and she just couldn't see my point of view.
After that, things just haven't been the same. Yesterday, I was a few minutes late picking J up and even though she was busy talking to other parents and there were still other kids there, she made a comment about it to my husband (not me) this morning.
It just seems like there is always some kind of drama...if it's not involving me, it's involving other parents and somehow I end up hearing about it (which means she is also complaining about me to the other parents). I cannot go through this for another 4+ years with the new baby, so I decided to make a phone call.
There is a daycare center in the area I kept hearing about from people. It gets rave reviews for their educational programs, staff, cleanliness and cost. I went ahead and called and found out that not only is it about the same price as what I am paying, but that they also provide a square meal for lunch and two snacks during the day. Additionally, they are open until 6:00pm, which would allow me to be more flexible with my work hours. They also offer VPK, which means I wouldn't have to be picking my son up in the middle of the day to take him to daycare. Another plus...it's located about 10 minutes from our house, and is directly on my way home from the office, if ever I have to go in.
The only downside is that there is a wait list. I went ahead and had J put on the list, along with the new baby. They don't expect any openings until May or June, which is perfect for the baby, but a ways to wait for J.
Anyhow, in the meantime, my husband and I will be going over there sometime to check the place out. I NEVER thought I would be excited about sending my child to daycare, but surprisingly, I am.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Friday, November 13, 2009
Can't a Pregnant Lady Get a Clean House?!?
So I've gotten to the point where cleaning just isn't happening. At least not without inflicting pain on myself or making me tired, so I decided to call in a professional.
The first lady I called gave me an estimate over the phone and told me she would be over the following day at 12. Noon came and went, as did 1, and then 2. I called her twice to find out if she was still coming and she never called me back. The last time I called her, I let her have it for not having the professionalism to at least tell me she couldn't make it. To this day, I've not heard back from her.
After she flaked out, I called a girl I went to high school with who does cleaning on the side. I had hoped that since she knew me she would give me a fair price, but also do a good job. Well, the price was fair, but I got a little less than I paid for...she skipped all three of the bathtubs and didn't really scrub anything that she did actually clean. I actually ended up cleaning the tubs and the laundry room floor myself just to keep my husband from going ape shit on the girl.
Needless to say, we're back to square one in trying to find someone who will do a decent job of cleaning the house (and who will actually show up).
The first lady I called gave me an estimate over the phone and told me she would be over the following day at 12. Noon came and went, as did 1, and then 2. I called her twice to find out if she was still coming and she never called me back. The last time I called her, I let her have it for not having the professionalism to at least tell me she couldn't make it. To this day, I've not heard back from her.
After she flaked out, I called a girl I went to high school with who does cleaning on the side. I had hoped that since she knew me she would give me a fair price, but also do a good job. Well, the price was fair, but I got a little less than I paid for...she skipped all three of the bathtubs and didn't really scrub anything that she did actually clean. I actually ended up cleaning the tubs and the laundry room floor myself just to keep my husband from going ape shit on the girl.
Needless to say, we're back to square one in trying to find someone who will do a decent job of cleaning the house (and who will actually show up).
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Top 10 Reasons I'm Glad I'm Having Another Boy
1. No drama (especially in the teenage years)
2. When you have a boy, you only have to worry about one penis; when you have a girl, you have to worry about ALL the penises
3. Will not need to buy two sets of clothes - hand-me-downs are a beautiful thing
4. Ditto goes for toys
5. Less money on clothes and toys for kids = more money for shoes and bags for Mommy
6. My husband can take the boys away for weekend outings, leaving me to relax and enjoy peace and quiet (or a weekend with my girlfriends)
7. Boys love their mamas more than anything in the world
8. I will be Queen of the Household
9. I pretty much already know what to do
10. If one boy is gay, it's okay! The other can carry on the family name
2. When you have a boy, you only have to worry about one penis; when you have a girl, you have to worry about ALL the penises
3. Will not need to buy two sets of clothes - hand-me-downs are a beautiful thing
4. Ditto goes for toys
5. Less money on clothes and toys for kids = more money for shoes and bags for Mommy
6. My husband can take the boys away for weekend outings, leaving me to relax and enjoy peace and quiet (or a weekend with my girlfriends)
7. Boys love their mamas more than anything in the world
8. I will be Queen of the Household
9. I pretty much already know what to do
10. If one boy is gay, it's okay! The other can carry on the family name
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Innoculated!
Yesterday, I got the H1N1 vaccine, as did my son. The more research I've done on it, the more I decided that it was worth it, since a lot of people in my area have contracted it and the flu season isn't even in full swing yet.
When I was pregnant with J, I ended up getting the flu twice and it was absolutely miserable. I could not imagine going through that again, but worse.
I felt a little achy yesterday, but woke up this morning feeling fine. My son had no issues at all.
I know that there are certain people who would give me a hard time for doing it, and to them I say, it's a personal decision and everyone has to make the choice that they feel is right for them.
When I was pregnant with J, I ended up getting the flu twice and it was absolutely miserable. I could not imagine going through that again, but worse.
I felt a little achy yesterday, but woke up this morning feeling fine. My son had no issues at all.
I know that there are certain people who would give me a hard time for doing it, and to them I say, it's a personal decision and everyone has to make the choice that they feel is right for them.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Top 10 Reasons I Love Working from Home
1. I can sleep until 7:59am every day
2. I get to catch up on my shows or nap during my lunch break
3. If I have to get up to pee every 20 minutes there is nobody to judge me
4. I am not as exposed to germs as I would be in an office
5. A flexible schedule
6. I can work even if my child is home sick
7. There is always someone home to take the dog out
8. It's easier to keep up with housework
9. Fewer interruptions = higher productivity
10. It's 3:48pm and I am still in my pajamas!!!
2. I get to catch up on my shows or nap during my lunch break
3. If I have to get up to pee every 20 minutes there is nobody to judge me
4. I am not as exposed to germs as I would be in an office
5. A flexible schedule
6. I can work even if my child is home sick
7. There is always someone home to take the dog out
8. It's easier to keep up with housework
9. Fewer interruptions = higher productivity
10. It's 3:48pm and I am still in my pajamas!!!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
H1N1
These are crazy times to be pregnant in this world. Many of my pregnany friends (and right now, I have a lot of pregnant friends) have expressed confusion and uncertainty about whether or not to get the H1N1 vaccination.
At first, my stance was strongly against it. For one thing, it is highly experimental and they have no data determining what harm could come to an unborn baby if the mother gets the vaccine. Additionally, I took a look at my risk of contracting the disease, which in the grand scheme of things is relatively low: I work from home and have a son who is in an in-home daycare with five other kids, only one of which has a school-aged sibling.
Then, the flu started to become more widespread in my geographic area. I know people who have contracted it, and I know people whose children have contracted it. The really scary stories are starting to come out too...a friend of a friend died of it not too long ago.
So now, I am re-thinking things because I am starting to stress about it and find that when I am out in public, I am in fear of touching things. I even called my Ob/Gyn to find out when the vaccine would be available, which won't be until later next week.
In the meantime, I'm being vigilant. When I go out, I carry hand sanitizer in my purse or in my hands and apply it often. I wipe the grocery carts when shopping. I make a conscious effort not to touch anything, including and especially my face. I wash my son's hands like crazy. I use my elbows to touch doors and elevator buttons. You name it, I am doing it. Anything to avoid germs.
I am still up in the air about getting the vaccine, but every day I lean closer towards it. I will be sure it is the injection without the mercury if I do get it, and will be doing a lot of praying that no harm comes to the little one in my belly.
At first, my stance was strongly against it. For one thing, it is highly experimental and they have no data determining what harm could come to an unborn baby if the mother gets the vaccine. Additionally, I took a look at my risk of contracting the disease, which in the grand scheme of things is relatively low: I work from home and have a son who is in an in-home daycare with five other kids, only one of which has a school-aged sibling.
Then, the flu started to become more widespread in my geographic area. I know people who have contracted it, and I know people whose children have contracted it. The really scary stories are starting to come out too...a friend of a friend died of it not too long ago.
So now, I am re-thinking things because I am starting to stress about it and find that when I am out in public, I am in fear of touching things. I even called my Ob/Gyn to find out when the vaccine would be available, which won't be until later next week.
In the meantime, I'm being vigilant. When I go out, I carry hand sanitizer in my purse or in my hands and apply it often. I wipe the grocery carts when shopping. I make a conscious effort not to touch anything, including and especially my face. I wash my son's hands like crazy. I use my elbows to touch doors and elevator buttons. You name it, I am doing it. Anything to avoid germs.
I am still up in the air about getting the vaccine, but every day I lean closer towards it. I will be sure it is the injection without the mercury if I do get it, and will be doing a lot of praying that no harm comes to the little one in my belly.
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