I wish there was a pill I could take to behave
normally at this point. I'm watching a documentary about "Elmo". Yes,
the red monster from sesame street and I'm crying my eyes out. I feel
stupid.
Also, I'm cranky most of the time I'm home. Fine at the office, but at
home I have no patience. Poor Natalya. She is starved for attention. What 5
year old isn't? But I'm tired, and sore, and not in the mood to play.
Her latest is to be contrary. It drives me nuts. Talk about finding a button of mine to push. Ugh.
I hate this. I know she is starving for attention, and she's going to do
everything in her power to get it. Positive OR negative. I do try so
hard to give her the positive attention, but I can snap so fast these
days and go from sweet loving mom to mom-zilla.
I also hate that I can see this behavior in myself, but can't stop it. The hormones have completely taken over.
Can I just find a rock to hide under until this baby is out and life get's on to the new normal, what ever that is going to be??
Friday, April 27, 2012
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Getting ready to Dump Cable!!!
We are making the switch this July. Mostly
financial savings driven. We already have Netflix and Amazon Prime that
we can stream through the blue ray dvd player in our room. Will be
adding a Hulu+ subscription too this summer. And buy either a roku or
another blue ray dvd player that is internet streaming ready to put on
the living room TV.
I think between the 3 subscription services, we'll get to watch mostly everything we want. Hulu gives us the current network TV shows (CBS, ABC, FOX, NBC, etc. and I'm pretty sure we'll get cable shows from AMC, VH1, etc. too). Amazon Prime and Netflix gives us the movies and older shows. And for a small fee, you can buy to stream more recent shows like Breaking Bad, etc.
I will miss HBO. We're keeping it until the new season of Game of Thrones is over. I won't get to see the new season of True Blood (but will eventually be able to watch on DVD or stream from Amazon Prime), so it's not like I'll never see it.
I also won't get the local news networks for the evening news. But will have internet so can always just pop that up on a laptop. Or... read the newspaper again. seriously old school!
It's a big test to see if we can go forward without cable/satellite. I'm the one totally addicted to the TV, so if I can do it, I'd say anyone could.
Cost of service for Amazon Prime is $80/year; just under $7 a month. AND you get the free 2 day shipping, a lot of shows/movies for free, 12 free books a year via the Kindle Library too. We like the Prime for the diaper discounts too, so we'd have it regardless if we had cable or not.
Cost of service for Netflix "streaming only" - no dvd's- is $8/mo.
Cost of service for Hulu+ is also $8/mo.
Cost of a second Blue Ray DVD player... averaging around $40-$50 (one time purchase) Roku similarly priced.
Cost of only the internet service to run said devices and streaming would be $48.95 so say $50 for the same internet we already have (although may beef up the connection speed and need to still get quotes).
So we're looking at a total cost for this upcoming year of $922 or $77/mo on average.
My monthly cable bill presently is: $2724/year or $227.
My cable bill includes my internet, phone and TV.
I'd say $77/mo is much better than $227/mo and I anticipate if we kept the cable package since my 2 year deal expires this summer, that that monthly price would also go up significantly.
I also know if I drop my cable company for at least 3 months, I can re-negotiate a new customer package deal and get a better coming back on to it price if the experiment fails and we end up hating not having full access to TV.
I have to believe that we won't hate it. Seems like we won't have to go without much.
I think between the 3 subscription services, we'll get to watch mostly everything we want. Hulu gives us the current network TV shows (CBS, ABC, FOX, NBC, etc. and I'm pretty sure we'll get cable shows from AMC, VH1, etc. too). Amazon Prime and Netflix gives us the movies and older shows. And for a small fee, you can buy to stream more recent shows like Breaking Bad, etc.
I will miss HBO. We're keeping it until the new season of Game of Thrones is over. I won't get to see the new season of True Blood (but will eventually be able to watch on DVD or stream from Amazon Prime), so it's not like I'll never see it.
I also won't get the local news networks for the evening news. But will have internet so can always just pop that up on a laptop. Or... read the newspaper again. seriously old school!
It's a big test to see if we can go forward without cable/satellite. I'm the one totally addicted to the TV, so if I can do it, I'd say anyone could.
Cost of service for Amazon Prime is $80/year; just under $7 a month. AND you get the free 2 day shipping, a lot of shows/movies for free, 12 free books a year via the Kindle Library too. We like the Prime for the diaper discounts too, so we'd have it regardless if we had cable or not.
Cost of service for Netflix "streaming only" - no dvd's- is $8/mo.
Cost of service for Hulu+ is also $8/mo.
Cost of a second Blue Ray DVD player... averaging around $40-$50 (one time purchase) Roku similarly priced.
Cost of only the internet service to run said devices and streaming would be $48.95 so say $50 for the same internet we already have (although may beef up the connection speed and need to still get quotes).
So we're looking at a total cost for this upcoming year of $922 or $77/mo on average.
My monthly cable bill presently is: $2724/year or $227.
My cable bill includes my internet, phone and TV.
I'd say $77/mo is much better than $227/mo and I anticipate if we kept the cable package since my 2 year deal expires this summer, that that monthly price would also go up significantly.
I also know if I drop my cable company for at least 3 months, I can re-negotiate a new customer package deal and get a better coming back on to it price if the experiment fails and we end up hating not having full access to TV.
I have to believe that we won't hate it. Seems like we won't have to go without much.
Today's 28w OB Apt - Some Notes...
So I had my OB apt this morning and brought up the questions about what possible complications could develop from having an Anterior Placenta and having a c-section delivery.
In most cases, it's not a big deal. Especially for a FTM that's never had any uterus scarring prior. So for the majority, just sit back and relax.
I didn't ask about the back labor because in my case, I won't be going into labor.
I had a scheduled c-section with DD due to her being frank breech. Then I had another uterus surgery in 2011 to get some masses removed from my uterus. So 2 uterus surgeries over the past 5 years, one of them in this past year.
So in my case... I have to have a c-section. It's medically required. I also have anterior placenta. At this time there is no way to tell where the placenta is in relation to the scars on my uterus which are now being stretched out further.
At my 20w u/s it didn't appear to be an issue, as no additional notes were taken regarding any of this.
At around 34w he will want to do another u/s and they will try to get a better look at the placenta location vs. my scars. IF they can see anything that is. Baby may just be too big and in the way to see.
So, when I have the c-section, most likely it'll be non eventful. However, if there is an issue and the placenta is attached funny and won't come out on it's own, I'll have to have a hysterectomy. If I begin to bleed out because the placenta is in the way and a scar tears, I'll have to have a hysterectomy and possible blood transfusion.
These are all worst case scenarios. But for me, I want to be prepared for all possible outcomes and hope for the best scenario.
But it's kind of an eye opener and talk about a possible game ending pregnancy.
As for the general OB apt....
I'm up 17 pounds total. Not great, but not terrible either. I just have to continue to be careful. I see more salads in my future, less ice cream.
My blood pressure is back down... 132/72 today, so that's a huge improvement. Therefore we're continuing to monitor, but won't need to go on BP meds at this time.
Heard Hiccup's HB, and it was strong and fast. But I didn't get the BPM this time. Always nice to hear him though.
Next apt in 3 weeks, not 2. That was a surprise, but also made me happy. Kind of get to hang on to the PG a little longer and it doesn't quite feel like it's the beginning of the end just yet for me. I'll have two apts 3 weeks apart, then back every 2 weeks.
In most cases, it's not a big deal. Especially for a FTM that's never had any uterus scarring prior. So for the majority, just sit back and relax.
I didn't ask about the back labor because in my case, I won't be going into labor.
I had a scheduled c-section with DD due to her being frank breech. Then I had another uterus surgery in 2011 to get some masses removed from my uterus. So 2 uterus surgeries over the past 5 years, one of them in this past year.
So in my case... I have to have a c-section. It's medically required. I also have anterior placenta. At this time there is no way to tell where the placenta is in relation to the scars on my uterus which are now being stretched out further.
At my 20w u/s it didn't appear to be an issue, as no additional notes were taken regarding any of this.
At around 34w he will want to do another u/s and they will try to get a better look at the placenta location vs. my scars. IF they can see anything that is. Baby may just be too big and in the way to see.
So, when I have the c-section, most likely it'll be non eventful. However, if there is an issue and the placenta is attached funny and won't come out on it's own, I'll have to have a hysterectomy. If I begin to bleed out because the placenta is in the way and a scar tears, I'll have to have a hysterectomy and possible blood transfusion.
These are all worst case scenarios. But for me, I want to be prepared for all possible outcomes and hope for the best scenario.
But it's kind of an eye opener and talk about a possible game ending pregnancy.
As for the general OB apt....
I'm up 17 pounds total. Not great, but not terrible either. I just have to continue to be careful. I see more salads in my future, less ice cream.
My blood pressure is back down... 132/72 today, so that's a huge improvement. Therefore we're continuing to monitor, but won't need to go on BP meds at this time.
Heard Hiccup's HB, and it was strong and fast. But I didn't get the BPM this time. Always nice to hear him though.
Next apt in 3 weeks, not 2. That was a surprise, but also made me happy. Kind of get to hang on to the PG a little longer and it doesn't quite feel like it's the beginning of the end just yet for me. I'll have two apts 3 weeks apart, then back every 2 weeks.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
28w0d Belly
Officially in my 3rd trimester as of today. Big belly and all. Can't believe Hiccup will be here in 11 weeks or LESS! Yikes and Wow, super exciting.
My Body This Coming Week
My Body This Coming Week
You are entering your third trimester now.
Your breasts may be leaking colostrum as your baby stimulates the production of the hormone prolactin. If you are not leaking colostrum, there is no need to worry at all about having a good supply of milk to feed your baby. Not everyone will leak colostrum before birth.
Your balance may be affected by your enlarged abdomen so you should be especially careful to avoid falling.
You may be feeling pressure on your diaphragm, liver, stomach and intestines as they are displaced by your growing baby.
Your total weight gain by this point is likely between 19 and 25 lbs (8.55 and 11.25kg). As your uterus puts pressure on your internal organs, including your bladder, you probably have to go to the bathroom more frequently.
My Baby This Coming Week
Your baby now weighs about 2.7 lbs (1.2kg), measures about 10.4 inches (26cm) from crown to rump, and is around 16.7 inches (37cm) long. He is plumper and rounder, and his head and body are beginning to be in proportion.
Your baby now uses all of his senses. He can see, taste, recognize touch and the sound of your voice.
During the last trimester, your baby will receive antibodies from you through your placenta that will provide immunity from many diseases.
Your baby's adrenal glands are producing androgen-like substances. Androgens are normally male sex hormones, but in late pregnancy, when they reach the placenta they are turned into estrogen which in turn stimulates the production of prolactin in your body. Prolactin is the hormone needed for milk production. In this exchange, your baby is beginning to stimulate milk production in your breasts so that when he is born there will be food waiting for him.
You are entering your third trimester now.
Your breasts may be leaking colostrum as your baby stimulates the production of the hormone prolactin. If you are not leaking colostrum, there is no need to worry at all about having a good supply of milk to feed your baby. Not everyone will leak colostrum before birth.
Your balance may be affected by your enlarged abdomen so you should be especially careful to avoid falling.
You may be feeling pressure on your diaphragm, liver, stomach and intestines as they are displaced by your growing baby.
Your total weight gain by this point is likely between 19 and 25 lbs (8.55 and 11.25kg). As your uterus puts pressure on your internal organs, including your bladder, you probably have to go to the bathroom more frequently.
My Baby This Coming Week
Your baby now weighs about 2.7 lbs (1.2kg), measures about 10.4 inches (26cm) from crown to rump, and is around 16.7 inches (37cm) long. He is plumper and rounder, and his head and body are beginning to be in proportion.
Your baby now uses all of his senses. He can see, taste, recognize touch and the sound of your voice.
During the last trimester, your baby will receive antibodies from you through your placenta that will provide immunity from many diseases.
Your baby's adrenal glands are producing androgen-like substances. Androgens are normally male sex hormones, but in late pregnancy, when they reach the placenta they are turned into estrogen which in turn stimulates the production of prolactin in your body. Prolactin is the hormone needed for milk production. In this exchange, your baby is beginning to stimulate milk production in your breasts so that when he is born there will be food waiting for him.
Monday, April 23, 2012
Challenge Accepted! Natalya takes on the Ellen Dance Dare!
Here's Natalya successfully pulling off the "Ellen Dance Dare" at her pre-school. This is raw video footage. We'll need to remove the sound and add in music before sending it in to the Ellen DeGeneres show, but still it's too funny not to share. Best with the sound off for now. ;) Enjoy!
Friday, April 20, 2012
27w3d With My Kids!
Another beautiful morning in Vermont. Here's my 27 week bump photo. This time with my wonderful daughter, Natalya. :)
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