tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post5807714824234538138..comments2024-03-27T10:31:14.337-05:00Comments on Lisa's Yarns: Pregnancy Update: 22 weeksLisa from Lisa's Yarnshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05335500882510597919noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-63541396333043501582017-11-29T14:01:38.065-06:002017-11-29T14:01:38.065-06:00We read both of those books (enjoyed them) and yah...We read both of those books (enjoyed them) and yah... Elle was her creature of habit with sleep! lolCherry Blossomshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11369408515701153796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-39511189844335610152017-11-12T17:03:40.619-06:002017-11-12T17:03:40.619-06:00I look forward to these updates :-) I was wonderi...I look forward to these updates :-) I was wondering if Phil had found out the sex, and was going to ask. The envelope idea is great! I wonder if he'll look!? :-)<br /><br />Sorry to hear about all the RA flares; I can totally understand why you are not enjoying being pregnant. Totally brutal.<br /><br /><br /><br />Jolene - EverydayFoodiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11490816021651698189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-25126306757907126562017-11-11T12:51:36.825-06:002017-11-11T12:51:36.825-06:00I am so sorry you're dealing with so many RA f...I am so sorry you're dealing with so many RA flares. No wonder you can't really enjoy the pregnancy... (although I heard that this experience is different for everyone, apparently, but I guess if you're dealing with discomforts/other health issues while being pregnant, it's not really that much fun).<br />Glad to hear that everything is looking good with the babe though :)Sanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10196296268895103846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-3341030578856634112017-11-10T20:34:20.229-06:002017-11-10T20:34:20.229-06:00I mean I walked maybe 5 times my whole pregnancy a...I mean I walked maybe 5 times my whole pregnancy and I had a very easy recovery. I think a lot of it will depend on how fast the baby makes its entrance and how the delivery goes down more than anything. I was out of shape and had gained about 20ish pounds and was able to push for 2 and a half hours and not be too worn down at that time after being in labor all day. Your body does amazing things, as does your mind, when you know it will end. That's what I reminded myself the whole time. This cannot last forever. You got this. And randomly watching crappy tv through half opened eyes hahaha.The Many Thoughts of a Readerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12261949837343560602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-20290821168292381282017-11-06T05:35:44.945-06:002017-11-06T05:35:44.945-06:00I had to google the size thing and here is what I ...I had to google the size thing and here is what I found: Get a sense of your baby's approximate length and weight... So really it's only length and weight; I think I was picturing shape as well. For instance, how could it be shaped like a banana and then a spaghetti squash!!? It went from skinny to round? But from what I glean from that website, it's just that the weight increased, as I am not too sure what size of spaghetti squash Baby S currently resembles, but if it's a small one, it may not be that much longer than a banana! <br /><br />On a not totally related but kind of related note, I just started watching Call the Midwives, which was a great book, and it's really good so far! It definitely makes me think of how lucky we are these days to have some of the information and options available to us. Also, of course, it's set in the East End of London which was not the best conditions, so we are also privileged in that way! Kyria @ Travel Spothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05889638304509763419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-91311041133101140412017-11-05T14:03:48.933-06:002017-11-05T14:03:48.933-06:00Why should you enjoy gaining weight, feeling extra...Why should you enjoy gaining weight, feeling extra exhausted, kicked up RA flares and baby kicks? It's beautiful, yes (and so are you) but nothing to feel guilty about not loving being pregnant. What counts is loving the baby that arrives and exists because you love and care for it, help him or her grow and be a wonderful person like you are. That's what matters. Do not feel guilt. You feel enough as is, with excitement, love and the physical symptoms. Let the guilt go.<br /><br />She harped, vociferously.<br /><br />And I love hearing your updates. The day care sounds cool, you look fabulous and I love hearing your plans.Jeaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17482528482559445943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-37639679482272773682017-11-04T14:17:38.959-05:002017-11-04T14:17:38.959-05:00So glad that your ultrasound went well and baby wa...So glad that your ultrasound went well and baby was looking good! I don’t blame you for not enjoying pregnancy when you’ve had so many flares. Leighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06217783484012741374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-60287224496779639972017-11-04T13:57:47.689-05:002017-11-04T13:57:47.689-05:0018 weeks is crazy awesome! I took 10 both times an...18 weeks is crazy awesome! I took 10 both times and it’s hard to even imagine doing twice that.<br /><br />We did cloth diapers the first time and I really loved them. Although due to so much craziness didn’t do them the second, but would still recommend going that way. People definitely thought I was crazy for doing it, but I had fun with it and that they were too adorable to pass up.<br /><br />As for books I did read Happiest Baby and recommend it. Besides books about giving birth I also read Breastfeeding Made Simple, which I’d recommend. A lot of it felt like common sense, but there were still a lot of useful tips in there.Shoshanahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15508309659011005387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-66330227937887092142017-11-04T07:12:14.927-05:002017-11-04T07:12:14.927-05:00I don't blame you for not loving the pregnancy...I don't blame you for not loving the pregnancy process. I don't think I will enjoy that part either when my time comes. So much uncertainty! I hope for nothing but the best for you and your family, the daycare sounds awesome, and how great that you get such generous leave!! katielookingforwardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02739640153974439332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-19197844501815762682017-11-03T17:07:24.165-05:002017-11-03T17:07:24.165-05:00Wow! You must feel really anxious to know the sex ...Wow! You must feel really anxious to know the sex of your child; that must not be easy. Does that mean, that you've been purchasing unisex items for your baby bean?<br /><br />Have a great weekend! <br /><a href="http://www.thefitnessbro.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">The Fitness Bro</a>Hi, I'm Martyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10679533285709335421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-81907086784307975252017-11-03T12:15:30.758-05:002017-11-03T12:15:30.758-05:00I'm so sorry you're having to deal with RA...I'm so sorry you're having to deal with RA issues on an ongoing basis. Being pregnant is hard enough mentally and physically. You're growing emotions that weren't there before, and having to deal with RA flares on top of that must be enough to send you over the edge. I can't imagine. Kelley also did not like being pregnant and I doubt that our marriage would survive another pregnancy either because it was so difficult for both of us. <br /><br />18 weeks of maternity leave is amazing. So is getting paid. Outside of the year that Amber gets under the Canadian system, that may be the longest I've heard of. Kelley got 12 weeks with both of our kids, I owned my own business when they were born so I only got a matter of hours before going back to work. Carolina Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14834384961037080805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-64199987031540753642017-11-03T11:48:56.297-05:002017-11-03T11:48:56.297-05:00I need to get back to reading some of the baby boo...I need to get back to reading some of the baby books I have. I said I would do that during the beginning of maternity leave but haven't started yet, I should still have some time though :) I also just recently got The Happiest Baby on the Block so I think I might start with that one as I've heard it's all about the 4th trimester and the time when baby really does need to be held / fed on demand and less on a schedule - which I've also heard is the most challenging time for lots of new parents! <br /><br />I think you look great and your bump is super cute! Everyone carries so so differently and regardless of how "big" or "small" you think you look now you will be amazed when you get to the end and look back on pictures and see how much you've grown! <br /><br />Wish those dang flares would go away for you already, such a frustrating thing to deal with. Still, yay for being over halfway there now! I remember the 22ish week period well, it feels like forever ago and not that long ago all at once. Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05185652640389232120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-49701712638821835872017-11-03T10:18:54.970-05:002017-11-03T10:18:54.970-05:00I don't blame you for not enjoying pregnancy! ...I don't blame you for not enjoying pregnancy! It cannot be fun to have all those flares and when you're not having a flare, you're probably worrying about your NEXT flare. That doesn't bode well for a trouble-free pregnancy. <br /><br />That's awesome that you get to take 18 weeks off work for your maternity leave. That's unheard of in the US, so I'm glad you'll get some copious time with the baby before you have to go back to work!Stephanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01664500645286563334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-65922034846989462872017-11-03T08:51:25.781-05:002017-11-03T08:51:25.781-05:00I'm so sorry about the flares. That's just...I'm so sorry about the flares. That's just the pits, no other way to describe it. That's great that you're able to take 18 weeks off total and that you have your daycare picked, too. That must be a relief. Norahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10673644115797850874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-57671388840064599162017-11-03T08:20:26.124-05:002017-11-03T08:20:26.124-05:00Aww I love reading these updates :) I'm glad y...Aww I love reading these updates :) I'm glad you're healthy-ish and are approaching this new adventure with a "know yourself" approach. I think that's so smart!missrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03595843215458849973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-8102373942088565792017-11-03T08:03:56.171-05:002017-11-03T08:03:56.171-05:00I agree with Lori regarding the fact that you are ...I agree with Lori regarding the fact that you are tall and have a long torso, so won't show as much as short people, It always irks me when I hear people comment on how much a person shows! Each person is different and also depends on how much weight you gain! I know people who were so large and had a 6 pound baby, so that isn't good either! The less weight I gained in my pregnancies, the easier it was to get back to "normal"! During one of my pregnancies I gained 20 pounds total and had a 9 lb 3 0z baby! But when I was expecting you, people asked if I had my suitcase packed when I was 7 months along! You were big!<br />I hope you can enjoy the next months of your pregnancy, as the last month or two is more uncomfortable as the baby grows! Hang in there! Marlyshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14759100075048865240noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1131924142966006519.post-43942796602134840792017-11-03T07:44:58.352-05:002017-11-03T07:44:58.352-05:00I'm glad that you are back with the OB you fee...I'm glad that you are back with the OB you feel comfortable with! I'm also thankful to hear that the baby is measuring healthy! You really look fabulous!!! I think because you're tall with a longer torso you are not as noticeably pregnant. My SIL never got big until around 38 weeks. I love the immersion daycare, I truly think that is such a phenomenal opportunity for baby Segner!!! Second hand is the way to go when it comes to baby stuff!!! Whenever I hear of a need I go to the Goodwill down in Ballantyne because inevitably I find high-end baby goods there!Charbellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12023222309412936172noreply@blogger.com