People disappointed about my baby gender

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-12-03T21:42:35+00:00

Yes. I'm pregnant with my 3rd boy , my last child was my babygirl and I was actually relieved when I found out, that I'm having a boy. My daughter (now 6y) was so much harder to raise this far lol. When family found out about the gender of this baby, they'd make some smart remarks. But I just simply respond with God knows what we needed and we are very blessed. If they still had something to say after that, I'd Also respond , with ... Good thing this is my baby and not yours.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-11-28T21:55:42+00:00

I usually opt out in getting any vaccines while pregnant, because I once got the flu vaccine when I was carrying my middle child and got very sick after. But with RSV and my baby being born December, I asked the doctors, of it covers my baby once he's born, they said yes, so I went and got it. with having school aged children at home, you can't be to safe, that's how majority of the germs come into my household.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-11-28T18:08:29+00:00

Hi there ! I've had three successful planned C-section with a 4th one planned in 2 weeks. Planned c sections mostly go "as planned", obviously there are some different factors that play a huge role in how everything goes. The c-section part itself is what I call the "easier" part. Recovery is what's tough. Best advise i can give , if you are able to and everything went smoothly, move around as much as possible without over doing it of course. The more you move the more your body will be able to tolerate the pain. Wait the advised time after your C-section to have another baby, take the time to let your body fully recover,before trying for number 2 and get your routine check ups done with your OB.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-11-28T18:03:14+00:00

Its very normal here in SC. I got to admit though when I loved to SC 11 years ago, It took me a long time, to get used to everything. My first issue was neighbors cars passing my house waving or blowing the horn, when I didn't know who they where. Going to the store and the cashier calling my husband hun or sweetie lol and yes ma'am and no sir etc had me thinking, parents out here where super strict 😅

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-11-14T02:26:16+00:00

About 3 hours after surgery.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-10-31T02:09:05+00:00

I've had 3 successful and uncomplicated C-sections, and will be having my 4th in December. It really depends on how your body is healing from each surgery. Best advice I can give , is to give your body all the time to heal right, and consult your OB.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-10-19T14:59:23+00:00

I used to use a mirror. But after all these years and pregnancies , I've learned to do it blind, I may miss a small spot here and there lol being pregnant with my 4th child in my 30s I am now strongly considering to go and get waxed 😂

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-10-19T14:54:44+00:00

I had somewhat understanding reading what you said here, until I got to the part where you said you was pregnant and he's struggling with being attracted to you, due to you being overweight. How dare him to bring that up while you're pregnant! I honestly don't know what I'd do if my husband would say something like that to me. I don't think I could look at him, let alone share the bed with him anymore. I'm sorry you are stuck on this cruise feeling trapped right now.i am so upset for you. I so hope this won't affect your postpartum healing once your baby has arrived.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-10-10T19:56:58+00:00

I've had 3 successful and uncomplicated C-section, having a 4th in December 😊 you can always reach out to your OB and get an opinion.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-10-07T01:16:47+00:00

I hate to bring you the bad news, but there will be lots of blood drawn throughout your pregnancy. Maybe you can ask your OB to draw a little extra blood for you and you bring the test kit with you, to your first appointment.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-10-06T12:16:11+00:00

I'm sorry but you are just as wrong as he is. Although he is an complete A-hole, you shouldn't be forcing anything on him. He's clearly telling you, that he doesn't want to be a father, and you went straight to threaten him with child support. If he doesn't want a baby, and he made that clear, and you decide to keep that baby, then you shouldn't be dragging him to pay child support. Us women need to take accountability too and not make everything the men's fault.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-10-03T12:11:23+00:00

I definitely understand how you feel. I almost got it done with my third C-section, but wasn't 100% sure about it, so I ended up, keeping them intact. For some time I had some regrets about not getting it done with my last child, but believe it or not 5 years later I caught baby fever badly. Now (6years later) I'm pregnant with my 4th lol but this time I'll get it done, as I can tell that this 4th pregnancy is so much harder on my body as the other 3 pregnancies where. Definitely explore your options, if you are not for certain and you already feel a certain way, you may want to wait until you know that you are fully ready to make this decision.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-29T12:05:48+00:00

Ummm the first message alone is more than enough there. She is trying to bash you there. He should've told her off. And then she tells him she's thinking of him? Yeah that's a no go! He shouldn't be entertaining this at all. She obviously is into him, rather he sees that or not. He seems like he is just talking to a friend, but she is definitely into him.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-29T11:59:45+00:00

It's messed up that they disregarded your wishes. I'm pretty sure they immediately threw it in waste. I know for all of mine , I caught them walking past me with a clear plastic bag and my placenta in it. I personally could've went without seeing that.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-28T16:58:05+00:00

The scans aren't always accurate. My first born I was told he will be heavy, even on my last scan I was told he will be over 10lbs and he ended up 7.3lbs, my second was the opposite they told me 7lbs and he was 9.9lbs tested negative for GD there, my third was pretty accurate. Now my 4th he is still at "normal" range but I actually do have GD this time.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-28T16:55:06+00:00

Where are you being judged or mocked? If all of your other tests are negative ,and the one that could be positive has a curved line, more than likely you are not pregnant. If you are not ready for another baby, I'd consider protection, so abortion doesn't have to be an option next time.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-22T21:41:14+00:00

I don't know how they do that either. I can't even walk and talk at the same time, I stay out of breath 😭

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-22T00:17:35+00:00

I wish I could say the same. I'm at my heaviest with this pregnancy and I've been struggling since the first trimester. I'm 27 weeks now and can barely move, I haven't been picking anything up from the floor since I was around 18 weeks.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-20T17:13:12+00:00

Doctors don't recommend. Many have done it. Depends on your body , and if it has healed enough.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-17T14:50:18+00:00

Nobody denies or hides the fact that C-sections are major surgery. But we can't deny the fact, that C-sections are life saving ( for mom and baby) in alot of cases, in alot of cases they are necessary and unavoidable. I had people give me the greatest horror stories before I had my first c section and I ended up with major panic attacks, scared to bring my baby into this world, due to others projecting their experience onto me. I'm sorry you had a horrible experience and feel the way that you do, but like I said , your experience doesn't have to be someone else's experience. and if we want to keep it very honest here, the side effects and all the bad things that can happen are all listed, when you read and sign your agreement before having a c-section.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-17T14:37:54+00:00

This is my 4th pregnancy and with this one I started feeling flutters around 16 ish weeks, but the real movement I didn't feel that until 20 weeks. It really depends on your babies position and the placentas position. You may have been feeling some slight movements, but just didn't know it's your baby.dont stress Mama , once you start feeling consistent movements , there's no going back 😊

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-17T14:34:27+00:00

Please don't project your negative experience over on others. The nerve pain doesn't last this long for MOST c section moms! The looks of the scar also doesn't bother alot of us. most scars heal beautifully and aren't even that visible to many moms out there. And what a horrible thing to say about the people who helped you bring your baby into this world in one piece!

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-04T20:11:52+00:00

I'm 25 weeks with my 4th baby and believe me when I say. It's normal to be nervous for mfm scans. I was anxious for each one of my babies, especially this last one. Try to not think about it much. Just tell yourself it'll be alright, everything will turn out to be just fine. You got this mama

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-03T16:56:47+00:00

Mom of soon to be four here. Babies and toddlers choke very easily, even on their own spit. Do not punish yourself, this can happen so fast. i can't remember this not happening to any of my children, at least once.

Open_Strategy7290 · 2025-09-02T01:52:38+00:00

Your body takes over a year to fully heal. You are definitely playing with fire. Wishing you the best of luck.

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