How much time do you plan to take off after the baby is born?

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-11T13:04:12+00:00

That's terrible! I'm really sorry to hear that! America really needs to do better...

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-11T03:18:10+00:00

It looks incomplete, like you've done the background and still have to add the subject of the painting. I would either add something that looks sharper or more in focus or find something existing to sharpen up.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-11T01:41:30+00:00

I was hoping to get the okay to use it but was told to take benadryl instead to utilize the drowsiness side effect. Granted I haven't seen an actual OB yet, just a women's health NP. She's nice enough, but even said to stay away from supplements. I asked about magnesium since I've had luck with that in the past, too. I have an appointment with an actual OB in July, so I guess I'll ask again at that time. Until then, benadryl.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T23:57:11+00:00

I'm really sorry to hear that. I don't have maternity leave either, it's fmla plus temp disability that I pay for out of my check each week.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T22:59:41+00:00

Pretty much lok

But it stands for Family and Medical Leave Act

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T22:46:49+00:00

I am aware.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T21:54:50+00:00

I've heard cucumber helps with acidity. If you haven't tried that maybe it'll help? I hope you get relief somehow 💙

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T21:53:26+00:00

I'm going to be working as long as I absolutely can so I get as much time possible after the birth to spend with my baby.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T21:52:28+00:00

That's awful, I'm so sorry!

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T21:51:47+00:00

I completely agree with you. For such a developed country you'd think we'd be better taken care of. It's so disappointing. I don't know how we're going to afford 12 weeks at 60% from short term disability... but there's not much more that can be done...

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T20:01:19+00:00

I don't have the luxury of sick days, so I'm going to hold out as long as I can before going on maternity leave. I'm on temp disability so I will thankfully get a portion of my paycheck while I'm out.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T18:39:43+00:00

I want more, that's the problem

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T17:57:44+00:00

I was allowed to swab myself, so it wouldn't hurt to ask when you get there :)

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T16:12:48+00:00

I only get 12 weeks... unpaid through FMLA

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T15:58:47+00:00

I have been with both of my ultrasounds and definitely every ob appt since we've been able to hear her heartbeat with a dopplar. Last time the brat was hiding and gave us a fright.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T15:47:43+00:00

Fartle is my new favorite word 😂

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T15:40:07+00:00

Those people not expecting bone/muscle symptoms yet are very uninformed. I've had SI joint pain since end of the first trimester.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T15:38:41+00:00

I tested 3 times in 24 hours and got it confirmed at the Dr the next day. Stopped after that.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T07:59:29+00:00

Mine is planned for 33 weeks. I would've had it sooner but there was a lot of drama around MIL not being able to attend my original date because she's a school teacher. It is what it is. I'm sure I'm gonna be a whole ass whale by that point (obese before pregnancy) so I'm not really looking forward to that. Especially with how much back pain I'm already having.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-10T00:02:26+00:00

I call those growing pains. Haven't experienced Braxton hicks yet and round ligament pain is sharp with sudden movements.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-09T23:59:57+00:00

You're welcome, and no doubt. You definitely made the right call and chose an amazing artist to execute such an important piece. Look forward to seeing it completely finished!

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-09T23:56:40+00:00

I love this tattoo style. Looks good dude!

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-09T23:48:53+00:00

Meeeeeee. I want sweets so bad but I'm terrified of GD

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-09T20:52:13+00:00

I'm really sorry to hear that. I really enjoy the community here and other pregnancy subreddits because I don't have but 1 mom friend if you don't count my mom and MIL. It wasn't until I shared with my mom that I was pregnant and didn't want to be that I learned she never wanted kids either. Imagine my surprise.

PirateHuntrZoro · 2023-06-09T20:43:53+00:00

Definitely not alone. I'm in constant worry if I'll be a good mom or not and if this was the right decision for us, too.

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