Women of Strength!!!

[mommyin10]

A Strong Woman VS. A Woman Of Strength


A strong woman works out every day to keep her body in shape…
But a woman of strength builds relationships to keep her soul in shape.

A strong woman isn't afraid of anything…
But a woman of strength shows courage in the midst of fear.

A strong woman won't let anyone get the better of her…
But a woman of strength gives the best of herself to everyone.

A strong woman makes mistakes and avoids the same in the future…
A woman of strength realizes life's mistakes can also be unexpected blessings and capitalizes on them.

A strong woman wears a look of confidence on her face…
But a woman of strength wears grace.

A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey…
But a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will become strong.

Author Unknown.
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Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas: Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with you & your family! Lap 10/27
Scripps: You're in our thoughts & prayers!

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6 pounds! Check out his handsome pics! =)

Kaylee_Frye: BFP- 37 weeks with Hayden!!! We're all praying for a healthy delivery!!!
Luvkayln: BFP!!! 26 weeks with Adalynn!!! =) (appt 9/29!)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 18 weeks!!! (anatomy scan Monday!?)
Looloo: BFP!!! 18 Weeks! (appt Tuesday!)
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 12 Weeks with our twins! (appt Friday!) (anatomy scan 11/11)
sbumblebeeo: BFP! 12 Weeks!

Keyan: Lupron is just about out of her system & she can ttc again!!! =)
Guesito: Meeting with new RE 10/1 & is a proud grandma! Check out baby's pics!

kmcarino: CD10
Lina: CD19
pyar: CD19
jmh2005: CD21
ad_06: CD21
mamatina: CD31
Hannah: CD32
Naf: CD32
mrspace: CD34
Candie: CD42
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[luvkayln]

Hey ladies! :) My appointment went well, although I was a little bummed b/c we didn't end up getting an u/s today! :( I must have misunderstood my doctor or something... Anyway, my 3D/4D u/s is set up for 2 weeks from now, October 12th. Then my next OB appointment will be October 20th, and I'll continue to go every week until she's born, for sure getting u/s's and non-stress tests done everytime! :) I also had my rhogam shot today right in the butt! It didn't hurt as much as last time when I was pregnant with Kayln, because I've had so many hcg and follistim injections since then, I must be used to the pain! Haha! ;) Oh, and Adalynn is measuring at 29 weeks!! Can you believe that?! I'm only 27w, 5d today! lol ;) I've gained 35lbs so far with this pregnancy, so with another 9 weeks to go, I can see myself not being able to walk or sit up very soon! lol ;) Sean went to work, and I have the day off so I think I'll take a nap and then get some house work finished. I don't have much to do, so that's good! :) I'm also going to figure out Addy's bottle sterolizer today, and get her bottles washed and my breastpump washed and sanitized. The biggest part of cleaning today will be organizing my cabinets to make space for her bottles and such! My cabinets look like a tornado came right through, yikes! :)

Dnikki- Glad to hear you had a great day yesterday, and how sweet of DH to get you another bracelet like the one used to have! :) Have a good night at work, but don't work too hard! ;)

Ad_06- Awesome news that you'll be able to go to the RE this month! :) Let us know when your appointment is, etc! We'll be praying this is your month, and then you really won't have to worry about months to come! ;) How's your dad?

Guesito- Wow, congrats on getting custody of your grandbaby! I'm sorry to hear about your daughter moving away though. :( I hope she soon realizes what a precious gift she really does have, and opts to move back in with you to be with her daughter! I know she's thankful to have a wonderful mom like you to help her! :)

Pyar-Oh, I'm sorry to hear you're so upset! :( I think Mommyin10 is definately right, things will only get better! :) That's awesome news that you get to travel to Barcelona to look into egg donations! I know your time is coming soon, I just know it! :) Have faith, it will make you stronger and we will be here continueously supporting you! :) (HUGS)

Mommyin10- I'm bummin' that we didn't an u/s today, but SO excited that starting in 2 weeks we get one every week, yay! :) Can you believe Addy is measuring so big!? I really need to have Sean take more belly pics! You guys won't believe my belly! ;) Sean laughs at me b/c he always says how unproportioned I am! Small everywhere except for my huge, bulging belly! I love it, I wouldn't trade it for the world! ;) Hope your work day is relaxing! :)

[dnikki0928]

Welcome, and also Good Luck on Thursday! Let us know!!!

[GUESITO]

Thank you so much!!!

[dnikki0928]

Guesito: Forgot to say Congrats on the Grandbaby!!! How awesome is that! Sorry that it ended that way for your daughter, but I"m glad she is trusting you to care for the baby.

[dnikki0928]

ad: Sounds like a good plan!! Let us know =)

pyar: Sorry you're feeling so down...Trust me, we've all been there but somehow we always find the strength to keep going. Especially with these ladies on here! ((HUGS))

Mommyin10: That is sooo funny about the "cookie" comment lol!! Glad to hear the headache is gone and hopefully you start feeling 100% =) If we ask DS who is in Mommy's belly, he'll tell people it's baby Peyton. But at the OB's office when they were doing an u/s DS told everyone in the room that it was a monkey lol!

Luvkayln: How did your appt. go? Update!!

Thank you all for the Birthday wishes =)  !!! I guess I am "young" as they say, but my body is not lol...I feel older than I am in reality. I've been married for almost 4 years and I've had so many issues with ttc and such - stuff that "normal" people don't have to go through... But it was a wonderful birthday! DH's lasagna was amazing!! He got me one of those italian charm bracelets with DS's name/sign, my sign, the USMC eagle/anchor, and the yin/yang sign - I'll be able to fill it up more :-) I had one before and it is GONE! I have no idea what happened to it, and I told DH it really su cked b/c everything that meant something to me was on that...So he was sweet enough to get me another one. My MIL got me this HUGE horse art that is posted on wood and at the bottome it has the bible verse "Find strength in the Lord...". It is beautiful. I'll have to take a pic of it and post it. But it was a very good night :-) Well, I have to work 2-10, so I'll check in tomorrow! Have a great day ladies!!

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all :-)

[GUESITO]

Sorry I have been gone..... Well to make the story short  I now have custody of my newborn grandbaby.  My daughter has now moved back to Puerto Rico and couldnt handle the pressure of being a teenage mommy. I can't believe that Im suddenly blessed with the responsability of being a mommy to my grandbaby .  Im sooo loving her and thank my daughter for giving me the opportunity to care for her little one. Its amazing!!!

Still planning on meeting my new RE on Thursday.


Hope all are doing well sending all my love to all xoxoxxoxo

[mommyin10]

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Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas: Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with you & your family! Lap 10/27

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!
Kaylee_Frye: BFP- Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!

Luvkayln: BFP!!! 27 weeks with Adalynn!!! =) (appt TODAY!)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 19 weeks with Peyton!!!
Looloo: BFP!!! 19 Weeks!
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 13 Weeks with our twins! (appt 10/21!) (anatomy scan 11/11)
sbumblebeeo: BFP! 13 Weeks! (appt 10/19)

Scripps:  Has a new doc!!! Appt Thurs!
Keyan: Lupron is just about out of her system & she can ttc again!!! =)
Guesito: Meeting with new RE Thurs & is a proud grandma! Check out baby's pics!

pyar:  CD1
ad_06:  CD1
mrspace:  CD9
Lina: CD28
jmh2005: CD30
mamatina: CD40
Hannah: CD40
Naf: CD41
Candie: CD51

kmcarino:  5dpiui
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pyar:  I'm sorry you're having a tough time.  You're definitely not alone.  We've all been there & it can only get better ;)  How exciting that you're heading to Barcelona!  My best wishes go out to you & your dh!!!  Take care!

ad_06:  It sounds like you have a plan!  Good luck & keep us posted, okay!? =)

luvkayln:  Thinking of you today!  I bet little Addy is getting so big =)  I can't wait to hear all about your appt & to see new pics of her!!!  That's a great idea to do your 3D u/s sooner =)

dnikki:  How'd was your b-day dinner?  I hope you had a wonderful day!!!

[ad_06]

AF came today......So CD 1 for me   :)  We literally don't have the money to go to the RE, but I came up with a good solution. If DH and I give up things that we don't NEED we'd be able to take out a small loan to try this month. I don't know what I would do about the months to come, but atleast I would be able to try this month. So he is going to call the bank today and see what we can do......and hopefully I will be making a trip to the RE in the next couple days :) YAY!!

[pyar]

Hi Ladies
So sorry I have been so quiet lately.I have just been feeling so deflated and overwhelmed by my ttc journey.As much as I try to stay positive lately it all feels so hopeless on a positive note we are travelling to Barcelona at the end of the month to look into egg donation so fingers crossed.In the mean time I am going to work on my feelings and try to pick myself up.Af showed up this morning and as usual I hoped it wouldn't and felt awful when it did why do I do this month in month out.Oh well I will keep in touch please understand i'm just working on myself at the mo.Love you all xx

[rachjas0623]

Happy BDay!

[luvkayln]

Dnikki- Happy Birthday! :)

Stacey- Thanks, I totally agree! I really do feel fine, I guess maybe just knowing i was exposed to it got me paranoid into thinking I really needed to take something, but I just don't want to risk anything. If I were feeling like I had it, that would probably be a different story, ya know? Yes, I will post pics of Kaylns new decorations, but I'm not finished! :) I just put up yesterday what I had out for her last year, because they were only out for a month or so and still look good, but I'm going to go to Hobby Lobby tomorrow and see what I can add to it! And then I'll take pics. :) How's little Jake doing? Hard to believe you've already had your 6 week check up, wow, time just flies I'm tellin' ya!

Mommyin10- I didn't call my doctor today because like I told Stacey, I really do feel fine! :) It's so easy to worry when your pregnant, but if I do start feeling crappy at least I'll have the medicine and I'll probably get more info on it tomorrow at my appointment. :) I am having a LOT of pressure down low, but I think it's because she's low, ya know? I'll definately mention it to my doctor, but Kayln was always real low too and I always had a lot of pressure with her too. I'm gonna see what my doctor thinks about me doing my 3-d u/s in 2 weeks, that way I can basically start my every week visits after that, instead of waiting for 3 weeks for my next appointment and then going every week. I just feel like that'll be too much in one day if I wait for 3 weeks, ya know? I'm excited for my u/s tomorrow, but I know she's still head down! Every time she gets the hiccups I feel them right above my pubic bone. ;) Maybe this time she'll be facing forward instead of to my back like last time so we can get better pics! And I'm curious to see what she weighs now!! It's so fun getting so spoiled this time around! :)

My appointment is at 9am, so I'll update as soon as I get home! Hopefully we'll have good pics to share! :) Hope everyone had a great Monday!!

[sbumblebeeo]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

[mommyin10]

Dnikki: Happy Birthday!!! Awww, how sweet that you showed dh my pic :) You know, my MIL still refers to our baby(ies) as "cookie" because of the comment your ds made way back when! heehee :) Yes, I'm feeling much better! I think it's just a cold. I've been stuffy & sneezing & had an awful headache, but the headache's gone, thank God! :) I can't believe you're halfway there!!! Wow :) Does ds call the baby Peyton? I can't wait to feel mine moving around :) I saw something interesting about reading a bedtime story to your unborn baby each night & how that will get them used to your voice & the routine of a story before bed ;)

Stacey: Thanks :) Yes, feeling much better. No fever, so it's ok. Sounds like a nice weekend :) Jake is doing great! Already 8 1/2 pounds :) Is he scooting around like Kaylee's baby? What gets him excited (well, besides seeing his mommy!) Aren't you an Amazing Race fan?! I had to tape it cause dh doesn't like it ;( I can't wait to go home & watch! :)

[Stacey1718]

Good morning friends,

Luvkayln - I am also sorry about the new little angel.  It is so sad.  Will we see pics of your fall decorations?  You always do such a great job!  Glad to hear you are feeling better.  All of the H1N1 stuff is so new that I would not feel comfortable taking anything either unless absolutely necessary!

Mommyin10 - I hope you don't get a fever or anything and that it is just a cold.  Take care of yourself. It sounds like you are feeling better which is good.

Kaylee - Congratulations!  I'm sure Hayden is a handful (like Jake) but worth everything!  Feeding was very challenging...the most challenging thing.  Jake is on 100% breastmilk but I do a lot of it through bottle feeding.  He is not an efficient feeder and can take up to an hour to breastfeed so bottles are faster.  I breastfeed when I have an hour long show to watch! :)

Dnikki - Happy Birthday young one!!!  I'm glad you will have a nice dinner made by dh.  Regarding your question, I was very constipated at the beginning of the pregnancy but things seemed to regulate after the 3 month mark.  But I have had friends like you were going a lot.  It may just be how your body reacts to the extra food/calories?

Hope everyone had a good weekend.  We did.  We watched some movies and went for some nice family walks with Honey and Jake.  The weather is so much like fall now and the leaves are starting to change colours.  It happens so fast!  Jake is doing really well in the baby carrier and he is about 8.5 lbs now.  He has been sleeping a lot so hopefully going through a growth spurt! :)

Happy Monday all!
Stacey

[dnikki0928]

Luvkayln: Glad you are feeling better :-) Let us know what the doc says if you decide to give them a call...Hope you had a good weekend other than that!

Mommyin10: I showed DH your u/s pics just b/c I think it's so dang cute with the "bunkbed" position! He thought it was really cool!! Are you feeling better? I started sneezing a TON yesterday and I'm a little stuffy, so I think my allergies may be kicking in - oh joy!!

Kaylee: Your little girl is so dang precious!! Thanks for sharing the pics :-)


Okay, so I am almost half way there!!! This pregnancy is flying by!!! I'm feeling good but *TMI* I know pregnancy usually causes people to be constipated and such, but I can't quit going!!!! It's not diarrhea or anything but I'm going usually 2-3 times a day...I guess that's good, but is anyone else experiencing this?!? Little Peyton is getting much stronger - she likes to stretch now and shoves an elbow or foot or something in my side, and since she's sitting so low, it almost hurts! I just kind of rub that area and she'll finally move =) DS still has a cough, but the mucinex is helping him some so at least he's sleeping somewhat better...poor little guy! He's happy still and acting normal it's just that dang cough!
Well today I'm cleaning and getting some fall decorations out...Hubby is cooking my dinner tonight since it's my birthday!! I'm 24 now and it feels kinda wierd lol! My MIL and her friend are coming out as well to celebrate with us :-) Well, I'm going to go finish my cleaning so I can go relax and enjoy some quiet time!!! Have a good day!!

Hugs, Love and SSBD to all :-)

[mommyin10]

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Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas: Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with you & your family! Lap 10/27

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!
Kaylee_Frye: BFP- Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!

Luvkayln: BFP!!! 27 weeks with Adalynn!!! =) (appt TOMORROW!)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 19 weeks with Peyton!!!
Looloo: BFP!!! 19 Weeks!
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 13 Weeks with our twins! (appt 10/21!) (anatomy scan 11/11)
sbumblebeeo: BFP! 13 Weeks! (appt 10/19)

Scripps:  Has a new doc!!! Appt Thurs!
Keyan: Lupron is just about out of her system & she can ttc again!!! =)
Guesito: Meeting with new RE Thurs & is a proud grandma! Check out baby's pics!

mrspace:  CD8
Lina: CD27
jmh2005: CD29
ad_06: CD29
mamatina: CD39
Hannah: CD39
Naf: CD40
Candie: CD50

kmcarino:  4dpiui
Pyar:  15dpo
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luvkayln:  I'm so sorry to hear about the new little angel ;(  I know how hard it is for you when you see a new baby out there...  What kind of Fall decorations did you put up?  I'm sure they look great! ;)  I'm so happy to hear you're feeling better!  I am, too.  I think it just took a weekend to relax & let our bodies rest.  Let me know if you call your doc today.

[luvkayln]

Mommyin10- My OB's office isn't open today, but will be in the morning so maybe I'll call them then. Sean doesn't want me to take it at all, and honestly I am feeling better today. My headache is gone and so is the cramping, but I do still feel nauseated but that's expected during pregnancy! Haha! :) I'm not experiencing any of the symptoms your doctor has warned you of, so that makes me feel better too! I just got done taking Kayln her fall decorations, and there's a new baby girl out there now. :( She only has 1 date like Kayln. We made it 1 1/2 years without having a new baby out there, it just breaks my heart everytime!

Scripps- Ya, definately! Good luck at your appointment on Thursday! Let us know what they say and what your next steps will be! :)

Kaylee- Congrats on the weight loss! :) Mine came off super quick after having Kayln too, that's why I haven't even worried one bit about gaining too much weight this time around. Keep us posted on your little cutie! :)

[mommyin10]

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Michelleinhawaii is CANCER FREE!!! Congrats & best wishes =)
Arlotheslug: We're praying that you're home, loving your little girl!!! Update soon =)
Rachjas: Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with you & your family! Lap 10/27

Leighanne: 2/10/09 Jaedyn Michael was born beautiful & healthy!
Vortex: On 4/20/2009, Sahana was born! (Check out her pics!!!)
Joyce: 5/28/09 Daniel Joseph was born, 8lbs, 8oz and 19 3/4 inches long.
Jessie: 6/11/09 Zachary Kaden arrived at 5:43am. 7 lbs, 12 oz and 20.5 inches long
Armyprincess: 7/24/09, Jeremy Michael was born 9lbs, 3 ozs & 20 inches
Stacey: 8/12/09, Jake Harrison was born a healthy 6lbs! Check out his handsome pics!
Kaylee_Frye: BFP- Hayden Elizabeth was born 9/12/09; 6lb 12 oz and 19.5 inches!

Luvkayln: BFP!!! 27 weeks with Adalynn!!! =) (appt Tuesday!)
Dnikkki: BFP!!! - 19 weeks with Peyton!!!
Looloo: BFP!!! 19 Weeks!
Mommyin10: BFP!!! 13 Weeks with our twins! (appt 10/21!) (anatomy scan 11/11)
sbumblebeeo: BFP! 13 Weeks! (appt 10/19)

Scripps:  Has a new doc!!! Appt Thurs!
Keyan: Lupron is just about out of her system & she can ttc again!!! =)
Guesito: Meeting with new RE Thurs & is a proud grandma! Check out baby's pics!

mrspace:  CD7
Lina: CD26
jmh2005: CD28
ad_06: CD28
mamatina: CD38
Hannah: CD38
Naf: CD39
Candie: CD49

kmcarino:  3dpiui
Pyar:  14dpo
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Looloo:  Happy 19 Weeks! =)  How are you doing?

luvkayln:  I can totally understand why you're hesitant to take it.  Did you try your doc today?  I just know that everything I've read says it's the one thing that's recommended for pregnant women to take once they're exposed.  I've been feeling sick too, but I don't have a temperature, so I think it's just a cold.  My doc had said to come in if I have a fever, cough & sore throat.  I hope you're having a restful weekend =)

scripps:  It's good to hear from you =)  I'm excited for you to see your doc on Thurs!  Please update us asap afterwards!

Kaylee:  Yes, send all the blessings you can! =)  I can only imagine what I'm in for, but I think "not knowing" is best for me for now... haha =)  Luckily I'll have lots of help & yes, it will be so worth it!  I'm so happy to hear Hayden is doing so well & is already 7 pounds!  I can't believe she's scooting on the floor already!  How exciting =)

[Kaylee_Frye]

I'm so happy things are going well for you guys and love the frequent updates on your pregnancy progress.  Mommyin10, I now know how much work 1 baby is, so I'll be praying blessings your way when you get these newborns.  Wow - I can't even imagine the work, but I'm sure double the reward! :)

I lost 20 lbs of baby weight, but have a little ways to go still.  I guess I really shouldn't have stressed about the weight gain like I did.  Something I *should* have given more thought to was the breast feeding.  We are getting the hang of it now, but it was a lot harder than I thought at first..  Hayden is finally up over 7 lbs now at 2 weeks and loves to scoot herself on the floor :)

Thanks for all the warm wishes.  You guys are the best :)  Have lots of fun doing your baby dances and I'm wishing sticky sticky baby dust your way!

Kaylee

[scripps]

Hello to everyone.  I've been keeping up on everyone's stories, but I don't have any news.  I had a shot of Decapeptyl on Wednesday--it delays ovulation.  I'll see the doctor this Thursday to get directions for further meds.  

luvkayln: I can identify with your anxiety about the meds.  This process of trying to have a child makes one so distrustful and worried.  I really hope you were able to get a doctor to care for you over the weekend.

mommyin10: Great pictures!

dnikki: Glad your son doesn't have whooping cough!

[luvkayln]

dnikki & Mommyin10- Thanks, but it still makes me nervous to take it!  I mean, why would they say it's rarely recommended to take it if you're pregnant b/c they don't know the effects on the baby? So if the manufacturer is saying that, why is it ok with the doctor's? I know everything pretty much says that, I guess I'm being paranoid? The cramping comes and goes, so maybe it's her growing and my uterus just stretching? I am HUGE now you guys, so....! ;) I'll definately get lots of rest over the weekend, and then I have my appointment on Tuesday, so I'll definately bring it up to her. Addy's been moving like normal, and her heartrate is still the same as always, so I know at least she's ok! :)

dnikki- That's great ds tested -ve for whooping cough! I know that's a huge relief! :) Hopefully the mucinex will help him start to feel better soon! Poor little guy! :(

[mommyin10]

dnikki:  Thanks for the photo comment =)  I thought it was pretty neat to get such a good profile! =)  That's great that ds tested negative.  What a relief!  You're right, either way, boys or girls, we'll be excited!  We really don't care either way, but I sure can't wait to find out! =)

luvkayln:  We've already written, but for the rest of the ladies, I did a lot of online searching after my doc told me they'd prescribe tamiflu at the first sign that I've been exposed to flu-like symptoms & everything I read says it's ok.  If you're not comfortable, though, follow dnikki's advice & go to ER or call your RE in the morning.  I'm sure they'd reassure you whether it's safe or not.  Take it easy & get lots of rest!!! =)

[dnikki0928]

Luvkayln: A lot of the meds say they are not recommended for pregnant woman. BUT to treat the H1N1 you have to take the meds within the first 48hrs I believe. I'm not sure about the cramping - are you using your doppler to find the HR? If need be, go to urgent care or the ER and have them page your OB. Does their office have an after hours paging system?? Update ASAP! As far as the pressure, maybe Addy is dropping? ((HUGS))

Mommyin10: YAY for the HB's!!! I think Luvkayln is right - I think you are having identical twin girls!!! How awesome would that be!!! Well, it's awesome either way lol!!! I'll check out your new pics =)

Just a quick update here - DS tested -ive for whooping cough thankfully so I can go back to work on Tuesday and he gets to go back to daycare on Monday. He's still coughing a lot especially during naps and bedtime. I finally found some Mucinex Cough for children 2yrs and up :-) Hopefully we can all sleep peacefully tonight - especially him...

[luvkayln]

Ok, so does anyone know any possible reasons why I've been cramping for 2 days?? It makes me nervous, and I really haven't felt the best either. The lady I work with  just found out yesterday that both of her kids have H1N1, so I've obviously been exposed to it! :( I called my doctor and they prescribed me medicine, but I carefully read the directions and it says that it's not recommended in pregnant/breastfeeding women b/c of the unknown risk to the baby! So I  haven't taken it, I'm  not taking any risks!! I tried to call my doctor after picking up my prescription, but their office was already closed and won't be open again until Monday. Well, my appointment is Tuesday, so should I just wait and ask her then?? I still don't know why I've been cramping, and I have a lot of pressure. I don't think I'm trying to go into labor or anything like that, but it has caught me a little off guard!? I think I'll try and do some research online real quick... Hope everyone is having a great weekend!