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What's on your mind today?
It's been kind of slow lately so I thought I'd just see how everyone's doing today.
I've had something weird hanging on my mind today. (I'm sorry if this is TMI!) H & I have always used 2 forms of BC because I never really trusted the pill - too much room for human error! Well a couple months ago I switched back to the ring, which I was on briefly and loved, but was too expensive. So we've cut back to the one kind of BC and I'm kind of freaking out about it, but I have no clue why! I'm probably just paranoid because a baby would be really inconvenient for us right now! Or I'm crazy. Probably both.
Re: What's on your mind today?
Hey Beth, sorry you're freaking out. I think I'd be paranoid too if I was used to using 2 forms of BC but I'm sure things will be just fine, it'll just take some time to get used to
What's on my mind:
I've been pinning TONS of baby things that I'd like to register for eventually....I've done so much research on things and picked out perfect items that I love.
But of course now all I can think of is "will I even get to take this baby home?...will all my "work" on trying to pick the perfect items be wasted?" This is why I've resorted to just pinning things and not making a registry yet. I just can't bring myself to even think about starting a registry yet.
Missing Our July Sparkler
BFP#1-11/12/12, MMC 1/16/13-baby stopped growing @ 9wks, found out at 13wks, D&E 1/25/13
BFP#2-4/23/13 EDD-01/02/14 baby BOY born 12/31/13 Michael Cameron
Thanks for your understanding!
I'm sorry to hear about your hesitation with registering and worry over the baby. I can't even begin to imagine how you're feeling. I'm sure you'll get there when you're ready and you have plenty of time! I'm sure this kid will wind up with some awesome stuff!!
Hey ladies! Long time no nothing, right? Lol.
Beth...my H never trusted BC, so we always used two forms before getting married. So, I get where you're coming from. Have you thought about trying something else, like the shot? I've been on/off it for over 10 years. You only need to take the shot every 3 months and you don't get that annoying visitor every month. If you decide to get preggo though, it will take awhile for your body to get re-adjusted. Could be worth looking into though.
School. And work. I start classes full time in September. I'm excited and am looking forward to something totally new. However, my job search (for part time, I need 20hrs to pay bills, etc) is going horribly! I never dreamed it would be so difficult! I have applied to 10 places, all retail (I have been in retail for over 17 years, so I have a lot of experience). Three places said no via email within a week. And I haven't gotten a single call! I began applying at the begining of June! I'm not sure if it's I'm over qualified ot they don't want to pay me, or something is wrong with my resume and cover letter. I don't know. It's always "after careful consideration, we will not be moving forward with you."
I had no idea this would be so dfficult. I do have one option, of going to Macy's since I worked for the company a long time, but I was just trying to find something different.
Okay...end vent. Sorry if that was a book
Beth- I understand the 2 BC thing an not trusting just a pill, ring, patch, etc. H and I however never used protection (I know slightly stupid) anyways I can't/couldn't take it because it would never regulate my cycles so the dr said it would only be good for not getting pregnant which to me made no sense if it doesn't do one how can it do the other. So I never used it because I didn't see the point of using something that didn't work.
Christine- I would be so nervous about a registry too. Although I can say that Target for sure has a "secret registry" which means you can hide it from being official and no one could see it but you. That can always been an option so that it's not a "real" one yet if you wanted.
Money has been on my mind a lot lately. Mostly because of medical bills and just big expenses we have coming up. Also because of trying to save some and yet pay off some bills like credit cards and H's truck. I know we can make it work it's just annoying some days when I see our account so low.
Whats on my mind today?
Today and probably for the rest of my life.. LOL
My hopefully growing and healthy and strong and beautiful baby that I'm growing.
The only thing on my mind lately is. I NEED proof. A HPT just isn't enough. I need a doctor to say your pregnant and it's growing beautifully and you're doing everything right!
And telling the in laws tomorrow night has been on my mind constantly. Are we telling them too early? What if something happens and I'm not preg.. and I cant even say the other fear... What if they get their hearts broken.. what if... ugh!!!!
Baby Foster Due March 12, 2014 It's a BOY!
Engaged 12-12-10 Married 5-12-12 Baby 3-12-14
Call Me Mrs.Foster Blog
Hi Ladies
We got H's semen analysis back today and it's not pretty. So that has been consuming me all day. I also have my HSG test on Monday and I'm feeling a little like "what's the point". We're back and forth with going forward with TTC or to just start the adoption process. So I'm sorry if I've only been lurking lately. I'm absolutely thrilled for all you expecting mama's but all the baby talk has be getting me a little bummed.
I am a bit (a lot) stressed out. I saw my eye doc today for my annual Lasik follow up and they confirmed that the issue in my eye is a MS flare-up, optic neuritis. I had a break down moment where I cried and told H and my mom that I just wanted to be OK. I have to try to get an appointment with a local optic neurologist, the only one in NE Ohio. It's a nightmare.
And a stupid semi cracked my windshield today with a rock. Jerk
Fingers crossed for a better tomorrow.
So I was wondering... since some of us are having a tough time seeing/reading baby posts, do you ladies think it would be helpful if maybe we start putting something in the subject line that lets us know it's pregnancy/baby related? Maybe 'BR' for Baby Related?
That way we'll all know what to expect in the post, and any ladies who are having a tough time/uncomfortable/ having a bad TTC day can ignore the post if they choose. And all the mommies/pregger ladies don't have to feel like they can't talk about things since we still want to know what's going on with your pregnancies and little ones.
But this way it can be a personal choice for everyone, and hopefully that'll help keep some Nesties around the board more often? What do you guys think? Would it help at all? Good idea or dumb idea? Lol
I think it's a good idea. It's kind of a "Proceed at your own risk" type of thing. I will probably still read them sometimes because I just can't help myself, but again, it's proceed at your own risk! Plus, I feel like it is super selfish of me to not want to know how you guys are doing because I want what you have. That's not fair to you guys, but I'll work on it, and I promise to be as supportive as I can :-)
I think that is a great idea! I think BR is a good way to put it, because it us not spelled out short and sweet. We did siggy/ticker/baby warnings on the TTCAL and it was nice for tough days.
My thought is tell whoever you would tell either way. We waited to tell the first time I was pregnant and ended up telling them of the loss before they knew I was pregnant. We told our parents and a few close friends for support. I had a few friends I talked to daily about what I was going through and really just wanted our parents to know.
Its hard at first, but it gets better the farther you get :-)
Amazon also has a secret registry! I need to be your pinterest friend!! Is your baby board secret?
The board is secret for now...I have three baby related secret boards lol
I actually found all the stuff I like/want on babies r us, which will be good for the people who would be coming to a shower because they're more likely to shop in a store than order online...even though amazon probably has some better pricing.
I don't know how to share my pinterest board.....if you search under Christine R ( I didn't put my full last name on there) you should be able to find me. I did a search and I'm on the second row, 1st column. My pic is a wedding pic with me and H and our bridesmaids in pink dresses.
Missing Our July Sparkler
BFP#1-11/12/12, MMC 1/16/13-baby stopped growing @ 9wks, found out at 13wks, D&E 1/25/13
BFP#2-4/23/13 EDD-01/02/14 baby BOY born 12/31/13 Michael Cameron
I think it's a good idea too! I would rather add "BR" to a post and have people be able to choose whether or not to open it with a bit of a warning, than have people leave the board
I certainly don't want to hurt anyone who's having trouble ttc, or bother people who aren't thinking about ttc anytime soon...so I think this is a good idea
Missing Our July Sparkler
BFP#1-11/12/12, MMC 1/16/13-baby stopped growing @ 9wks, found out at 13wks, D&E 1/25/13
BFP#2-4/23/13 EDD-01/02/14 baby BOY born 12/31/13 Michael Cameron
I know what you mean about needing that extra reassurance. I hope that when you get to your appointment in a few weeks that they can maybe get you in for a dating ultrasound.
Also, its normal to worry about telling people because of the fear of having to untell. BUT the way I look at it, I'd rather have people who I know will be there for me no matter what happens...which is why I think its important to tell close family, and even some close friends. Tell who you're comfortable with telling for now. I'm sure as time goes on, you'll feel more comfortable telling more people.
Missing Our July Sparkler
BFP#1-11/12/12, MMC 1/16/13-baby stopped growing @ 9wks, found out at 13wks, D&E 1/25/13
BFP#2-4/23/13 EDD-01/02/14 baby BOY born 12/31/13 Michael Cameron
I'm so sorry
XOXOXO
Baby Foster Due March 12, 2014 It's a BOY!
Engaged 12-12-10 Married 5-12-12 Baby 3-12-14
Call Me Mrs.Foster Blog
I'm ok with this! I feel the most comfortable coming to you girls about anything. I ask more advice from you girls then any single family member or friend of mine. I would be really sad if I couldn't express any concern I am feeling and ask y'all about anything!
Baby Foster Due March 12, 2014 It's a BOY!
Engaged 12-12-10 Married 5-12-12 Baby 3-12-14
Call Me Mrs.Foster Blog