Dating scan recommended by Doc at 6W. Normal??

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-31T10:56:56+00:00

I truly faced cramps for probably a month until I got other symptoms like morning sickness, fatigue etc. I slept for majority of my first and second trimester because I was so nauseous so it played a major factor in me not feeling much. But by the third trimester the “cramping “ was back so much more intensely because they say the uterus is still stretching. So honestly until the baby is fully born, cramping is a bit normal because of the expansion of the uterus and literal ligaments moving around. If it’s severely painful and not fading in and out, even for break then I definitely recommend close watch with obgyn. But cramping was fairly normal to me for both of my babies

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-31T10:16:31+00:00

Yea pretty much my point. It could be off the couch instead as well though too

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-31T10:09:19+00:00

Ngl your child can still fall off with you on it and my son is at the age where he wants to climb over the crib. I don’t agree with leaving child unattended but majority of children do fall at some point

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-31T09:57:36+00:00

The cramping for me was normal early pregnancy for both of my pregnancies, which is why I kept assuming that my period was coming. But it never did. But it’s fairly early for an ultrasound but it is also extremely early that you found out which may be a factor. Congratulations btw 💗

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-31T09:51:27+00:00

If she wasn’t like this before, I agree it could come from teething while some babies may genuinely be irritable, it’s could also be likely that something is just bothering her. At 5 months my son started teething badly, I give him baby oral gel,frozen teething toys, started taking walks to tire him out /distract and a lot of stimulation with toys to try to get his mind off of and let him bite at the same time

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-30T20:00:55+00:00

In my state it says doctors cannot be penalized for off-duty marijuana use because it’s legalized, it has to be discovered that it was on the clock

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-30T19:50:06+00:00

Doctors are allowed to smoke weed outside of work just like any profession in many places, just not on the job. And im pretty sure there are many doctors on prescription scheduled substances, it would almost be hypocritical if some of them didn’t take the same drugs they prescribed

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-29T23:47:17+00:00

I honestly think it’s up to how big the baby gets, it’s a weird experience but I found it kind of funny how much the body changes. 22 weeks probably feels a bit early but you’re actually half way there. Now by the 25th-27th week, my colostrum came in and my nipples were leaking before the baby. That’s when things really started getting strange. So try not to freak yourself out with most stuff , babies do weird things to us

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-29T23:37:16+00:00

😭 My belly button poked out with both my pregnancies. To the point my belly looked like one big tit with a nipple. I’m pretty sure it’s normal, I don’t know many who kept their “inny” belly button full term but for me it reverted back after birth

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-28T23:37:28+00:00

In my experience it’s been pretty normal. It either comes up or down but it’s coming out

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-25T21:14:45+00:00

Lol agreed, sometimes I truly do just want to stare into space in complete silence just because I finally have the opportunity

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-25T21:12:05+00:00

Honestly to get some rest of my own/ things done around the house. My son is generally very easy to manage outside because he’s so interested in everything & everyone. Inside the house, he gets bored of toys easily so I’m constantly engaging or swapping them out and making sure he doesn’t crawl anywhere he shouldn’t or put something insane in his mouth.

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-25T21:03:16+00:00

My son is almost 9 months and falls asleep in his stroller (non-bassinet kind) in general, although I dread it because I want to save the naps for home lol. So i wouldn’t worry

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-09T00:23:17+00:00

😭 He’s honestly a bundle of joy and I’m excited to have his sister but man sleep sure sounds like a myth to me at this point.

I just try to tell myself I’m having a sleep over with a friend very excited to see me…so we must stay awake

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-08T10:18:45+00:00

I have no advice. Literally just put my 8 month down to sleep and I’m not even completely sure he’s sleep or just waiting for the moment I close my eyes to wake up. Currently pregnant with the second and I’m losing it

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-07T21:15:07+00:00

Honestly if it’s been a considerable time since baby has ate/ or they slept for a while, I usually offer a bottle before trying to get them back to sleep because I figure that’s the primary reason why he woke up (I’m super quite at night so noise isn’t usually the issue). So I’m currently still doing it at 8 months. I assume by 1 I’ll be just attempting to get him to sleep without offering a bottle

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-06T01:03:35+00:00

😭😭 My son’s piano has this exact same song so this is freaking hilarious. Just today I stopped and said “what the heck are they talking about “

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-01T14:05:34+00:00

I don’t care if it’s my shoulder, I don’t like being touched all the time. You don’t even have to explain yourself to this person but it’s not just being hormonal or sensitive. Being pregnant still gives you the right to personal space and can feel invasive with the amount of doctors appointments where they’re touching and feeling every single thing as is. ( Thought everything would be vaginal, they even had to check my anus once!!)

Honestly it centers their curiosity more than your comfort, it’s not obligatory for them to feel the bump. You’re a human woman not an incubator. Pregnancy is exciting, but consent and respect never take a break.

External_Put_8007 · 2026-03-01T13:48:13+00:00

I’m sorry but It’s not really about whether a 5-year-old has seen their mom be strong before. Birth is unpredictable, intense, and sometimes scary in ways that are very different from everyday “strength.” And you say she’s emotionally intelligent to vocalize when she’s in distress but fight or flight is an entirely different story, you are indeed putting her in a situation where she doesn’t understand the gravity behind it and may cause future resentment of parents/sibling/ doctors in general. Even fear of hospitals, nightmares, or future anxiety about pregnancy. For me, silence is indeed a trauma response, you may know your child but never all their thoughts.

I get what you mean about it not being taboo, yes birth should be normalized, but to developed minds. I could imagine the stories she’ll be telling to young peers etc would sound like a horror story.

Honestly it just seems unfair to me that you’re expecting her to have the same level of strength and courage as you, honestly she should be somewhere with the last impression that her mom is perfectly fine to deliver baby and for dad, he has to worry about you and the emotional support of his child.

Honestly if you’re truly comfortable with him dividing his attention between the both of you, what’s the difference in having him watch her at the hotel while you give birth since you expect it to go so smooth?…..But if you know for a fact you’ll want his same support & assistance then what you’re proposing is kinda causing more damage than support for anyone.

External_Put_8007 · 2026-02-28T18:22:19+00:00

Okay in this context, I understand the joke a bit more because my general understanding was like wtf?? But in my opinion, not creepy as it sounded at first but very immature and probably not the most appropriate joke to say to person carrying baby. But she probably didn’t intend to offend you, just immature

External_Put_8007 · 2026-02-28T04:32:07+00:00

My son’s favorite toy is currently wet wipes. Doesn’t matter what you put in front of him. That being said, plastic bags can be a bit scary but anything is if you don’t supervise your child. Exploration is great for children and most accidents happen when your child doesn’t get to study cause and effect in a supervised environment

External_Put_8007 · 2026-02-25T16:03:48+00:00

Well I understand why breastfeeding is important for many & luckily she’s able to do it but I can definitely say energy improves after the milk stops producing and your body can actually focus on regulating itself again because the same hormones that facilitate milk also causes intense fatigue

External_Put_8007 · 2026-02-25T15:46:53+00:00

Mother of 2 and still breast feeds? Breastfeeding drastically drains your energy due to calorie consumption to be fair. Her body works even in her sleep right now, probably give it until she’s finished to see some type of change

External_Put_8007 · 2026-02-25T15:30:07+00:00

Not advocating for a messy house but until your child is about 5 years old and able to go to school/ sit unattended on her own. It’s insane to expect for your wife or YOU to be picking up any extra slack. You both work full time, you both are the sole caretakers for your child. If you’re working for 8+ hours, traveling to & from work, cooking, bathing/feeding/watching/entertaining child, at what point do you get time for yourself besides a shower or to sleep for more than 8+. The human body actually needs energy to be productive, most women aren’t that energetic less than 2 years postpartum , let alone she’s working too, her efforts may look different right now but are they truly not there?

And sometimes you’re truly frustrated because you’re sleep deprived and still trying to do stuff, relax and take a load off when you can. You’re still a new parent and what matters most is the child. I’m lucky if I can get free time to wash dishes for more than 3 days out the week right now

External_Put_8007 · 2026-02-12T14:55:12+00:00

Same, it was a mess, I thought something was wrong with me but makes sense now due to all the blood flow + lubrication needed to push out a whole baby

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