mom@shiloh Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Woohoo! Congratulations! I'm so happy for you! How's that? Seriously, congratulations, and I AM happy for you and wish you the best. Sometimes people should be ignored. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 I definitely wasn't planned and know my mom wasn't thrilled with pregnancy or how I was in my younger life. Since then, she's been very glad too. As I've aged (matured?), we've grown to be pretty darn close even though in my younger life I couldn't stand her (mostly due to lies my dad told me after their divorce). Life is unplanned and often turns out differently than we expect - for better or worse - but I like to think most pregnancies are "for better" even if unplanned. That said, I also see nothing wrong with planning, but each couple gets to decide for themselves - esp not anyone who comments negatively (planned or unplanned). hmm, I hated my mom too while I was growing up. she frightened me at times with her unpredictable rages. I have clear memories of a couple incidents when I was fivish. I later learned she'd been prescribed valium at one time. (back when it was handed out like candy.) we did have a good relationship later. my dsil in an obsessive planner . . . usually I just smile when I hear young people talk about all their life plans. (especially when it comes to "I'm going to have a girl in __ month/year". big eye roll. babies come when they want!) I asked dsil if he'd heard the phrase . . . life is what happens when you're making other plans? they're hoping to have a baby next year. I hope they do too. I want to be a grandma. . . even if they're in texas. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RootAnn Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 I haven't read any other posts, but :hurray: :party: :party: I'm so happy for you! Have a safe pregnancy!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Congratulations!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natalie Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Congratulations! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 :hurray: :party: Congratulations! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melmichigan Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 :hurray: Congratulations! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 (edited) Every life is a precious gift. Must warm and sincere congratulations!!!! Edited September 30, 2017 by FriedClams 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egao_gakari Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Congratulations!!! Speaking as someone who would love to have one, a baby is always always always a blessing and a pregnancy is never something to judge others about. Sorry it sounds like folks are being so inconsiderate :grouphug: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Congratulations!!!ðŸ¼ðŸŽŠðŸŽ‰ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnE-girl Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Congratulations! I'm so sorry people around you aren't more supportive. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMS83 Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Congrats!!! :party: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurel-in-CA Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Blessings on you and your bonus package....you can see I have one of my own and she is a lovely gift from God who keeps us young! And, see your dr. about the gestational diabetes. My experience (3 out of 4 pregnancies) is that it comes on earlier and more reactive every time. Better to get on top of it ASAP. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 (edited) This child is and will be a blessing! Congratulations!!! Edited October 1, 2017 by MercyA 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mominco Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Congratulations!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldberry Posted September 30, 2017 Share Posted September 30, 2017 Congratulations and wishing all happiness for you! (which means ignoring some people... ;) ) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations! Babies are blessings and shame on anyone who expresses an opinion otherwise. I hope you have an easy and uneventful pregnancy :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoutingmom Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 And for the love of the Lord, do not say, "Oh no, not again," or "At least this time get your tubes tied," or, "Only if you put them all in school," or any variation thereof. Also, if I've had gestational diabetes with a previous pregnancy, can it start with this pregnancy before 20-30 weeks? I am not 8 weeks yet, but I am starting to feel crashy when I eat too many carbs - a number of carbs that my non-pregnant self handles fine. fwiw I am not diabetic or prediabetic outside of pregnancy, and I am a reasonably healthy non-pregnant weight (5'3" 135). I am thinking of going to buy a glucose monitor at Walmart; I won't have my first prenatal appt. for a few more weeks at least. GD was well controlled (too well, really) with diet last time. Congrats!! [emoji1286] Sent from my SM-G903W using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaBearTeacher Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations! Those people who said those mean things are just jealous. Babies are the best! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 I just saw this thread or I would have posted earlier today! :hurray: CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! :hurray: :party: :party: :party: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in SJ Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations! Just smile & ignore the rude people if you are the kind person I am sure you are. You know your kids are great and the world needs more great people. If you are snarky (like I can be) just say, "I am trying to outnumber the idiots." Amber in SJ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaillardia Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 :wub: :party: Congratulations!!! You're expecting a little bundle/big parcel! This is cool. I love babies, we all love babies. I wish we could have a shower every time someone announces a pregnancy here. There are many of us here who will listen to you when you need to vent about the rudeness of people. My mil told me after I had each child that it was enough, as if I had asked, as if it was her decision. I hope that you can either develop the thick skin or the ability to mentally carry a stampy note that reads "IGNORE!" when someone says something to you that is none of their business. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Big congratulations! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarenC Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Awwww. I love babies! Congratulations! :hurray: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeindeed Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations! :hurray: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umsami Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations! I had gestational diabetes with all four of my pregnancies. I want to say at pregnancy three, maybe four, they just treated me like I had it from the get go. So I was on metformin and glyburide, and checking my blood sugars from say 11/12 weeks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonhawk Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations!! :party: Seriously so excited for you, this is awesome :D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El... Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations! Feed yourself well, lots of protein, and congratulations once again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth86 Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations!! Sorry people are so annoying. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 I haven't read the other replies. Congrats!!!!! So jealous. At #4 I looked someone straight in the eyes when they said "don't you know how that happens?" and said "yes, sir, but it is just too fun to not do it" The look of shock on his face. :lol: He was a stranger too so I just got to walk away leaving him that way :lol: 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth86 Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 I haven't read the other replies. Congrats!!!!! So jealous. At #4 I looked someone straight in the eyes when they said "don't you know how that happens?" and said "yes, sir, but it is just too fun to not do it" The look of shock on his face. :lol: He was a stranger too so I just got to walk away leaving him that way :lol: I love it! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 Congratulations on your precious new miracle and have a happy and healthy nine months. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 1, 2017 Share Posted October 1, 2017 That is AWESOME!!! Congratulations!! Babies are so much work but so rewarding. Ignore those naysayers! They are just jealous that they won;t have a warm, cuddly, little love bundle in 8 more months or 18+ years of delightful memories to create. :party: :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abacus2 Posted October 2, 2017 Share Posted October 2, 2017 Congrats! Yay, a baby! It can definitely start earlier in subsequent pregnancies. With my third, I monitored occasionally from the beginning and had my first high readings about 12 weeks I think. Do you have a meter from last time? If so just buy some new strips. They are available OTC. Or you can call and request that your doctor call in an RX. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternalsummer Posted October 2, 2017 Author Share Posted October 2, 2017 I had a meter last time but threw it away; I just bought another one for not very much $ at Walmart, though. Fasting levels were good enough (82) and post meals were okayish (100-120), but I have been eating very conservatively re: carbs. I might try to glucose test myself (sort of) and have one of my previously normal carb-heavy meals to see if I am processing them as I used to. Somehow I doubt it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted October 2, 2017 Share Posted October 2, 2017 Congratulations and I wish a healthy pregnancy for you and baby. :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reefgazer Posted October 2, 2017 Share Posted October 2, 2017 Congratulations! Such good news! And for the love of the Lord, do not say, "Oh no, not again," or "At least this time get your tubes tied," or, "Only if you put them all in school," or any variation thereof. Also, if I've had gestational diabetes with a previous pregnancy, can it start with this pregnancy before 20-30 weeks? I am not 8 weeks yet, but I am starting to feel crashy when I eat too many carbs - a number of carbs that my non-pregnant self handles fine. fwiw I am not diabetic or prediabetic outside of pregnancy, and I am a reasonably healthy non-pregnant weight (5'3" 135). I am thinking of going to buy a glucose monitor at Walmart; I won't have my first prenatal appt. for a few more weeks at least. GD was well controlled (too well, really) with diet last time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashfern Posted October 2, 2017 Share Posted October 2, 2017 :hurray: Congratulations!! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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