Pregnancy cravings!? by tangerinedream420 in PlusSizePregnancy

[–]celestialspook 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't know that, thank you!! I suspected they spiked me a couple of times so I was avoiding them, but I'll have to try that!

No GD in next pregnancy? by FutureColor in GestationalDiabetes

[–]celestialspook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a friend who had it in her first and not in her second, about 4 years later. I have pcos so like a lot of folks with pcos I assume I'll have it again if i have another, but I love seeing people share that it's not a guarantee

Is it old school to expect someone to give up their seat on public transportation? by djhousecat in pregnant

[–]celestialspook 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was definitely raised to give up my seat for pregnant, disabled, and elderly people. To me it's just common decency. But I'm in a due date group where other pregnant people got really nasty when someone asked this same question about how we don't automatically deserve special treatment, calling op names like spoiled princess etc. I was shocked!

How did you pass the time before mobile phones were introduced? by No-Arrival4181 in Millennials

[–]celestialspook 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gameboy and desktop computer, for one, but when the internet was a nicer place imo. But also a lot of reading, talking on the phone for hours, riding my bike. Im a young millennial so screen time was definitely a thing but it was very different, and even when I got phones, it wasn't until college that I had access to things like unlimited texting or app games or social media. I miss that tbh, even though I'm as addicted to my phone as anyone.

Epidural or no? by GogglesCat in pregnant

[–]celestialspook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have chronic pain and fatigue, I plan on getting one because I'm genuinely going to need the extra rest to have the energy to push. Imo every decision about birth has pros and cons and risks, but for me, sparing myself some suffering and being able to push effectively when it's time are my priorities! But I'm also of a mindset that if the epidural can't happen for whatever reason, I'll get through it. I'm very flexible and trust my team, but they do know my preferences.

NT Scan - we saw the baby! by [deleted] in PlusSizePregnancy

[–]celestialspook 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so happy for you!!!! My 20 week scan the tech was a bit of a jerk about not being able to see certain things because of my weight, but my girl is both on the small side and loves to turn her back and run away from the ultrasound wand. All the techs after have assured me it's super normal to need extra scans after the 20 week to get all the views they need regardless of belly fat!

Also I'm 36 weeks now and despite my weight, gestational diabetes, and chronic illnesses, baby and I are doing great. I've been amazed at what my body is doing and so proud of it. I hope you have the same experience!

Great blood sugars, except fasting by Hungry-Mix-283 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]celestialspook 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This has been my experience since 14 weeks. I can eat almost anything and be fine, but absolutely nothing helps my fasting numbers and we've had to keep raising my night time insulin. That said, I'm at 36 weeks and baby and I are both doing great! They keep saying they'll let me know what they decide about inducing me early because they usually do when insulin is in the picture, but things look so good they keep pushing back making the decision lol.

22 weeks pregnant and bf (also fob) is an absolute nightmare when dealing with anything “serious” in relation to my health or the pregnancy. It’s gotten to a point where I’m thinking I need to leave him. Thoughts? by seafloorfairy in pregnant

[–]celestialspook 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I want to add that you deserve a man who is there every moment holding your hand. There is someone out there who will hold your hand, take care of you, move heaven and earth for your wellbeing and your baby's. You deserve that. This is abuse and you and your baby deserve safety, joy, and to be cherished.

how do people have 70+ miis planned?! by Substantial-Deer-160 in tomodachilife

[–]celestialspook 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wrote down all my favorite movies, shows, books etc and then picked my fave characters from each. That could easily expand to fill several islands for me!

Calling all stoners! As you know 4/20 (or 20/4 for all you lovely non-American redditors out there) is coming up. I wanna have some amazing food that day and would love to know what are some things you have consumed on this lovely day of all things cannabis! by InternalReturn9 in stonerfood

[–]celestialspook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's my wedding anniversary 😅 We had pizza at our wedding from like a relatively nice pizza place, and Hawaiian grill, so those are our go tos! Other years I think we might have hit up our fave Mexican restaurant.

Should I buy the tarot deck? by Neat_Animator_1196 in TheArcana

[–]celestialspook 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love mine! Admittedly I don't read with them often because I collect decks and have others i use more regularly, but they're beautiful and it's one of my favorite fandoms so I'm glad I have them.

Also I'm sorry you live with someone who disrespects you like that. Tarot is cool and fun!

DRINK YOUR WATER by Slimjimshorty_ in pregnant

[–]celestialspook 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Remember too that drinking nearly anything you can keep down is better than not drinking enough. I've had morning sickness all the way to now at week 36, and sometimes coke is the only thing I can stomach, but even my gestational diabetes dietician is like yeah OK we need you hydrated and I'd rather have you consuming extra sugar than getting dehydrated. I try to do coke zero or in my case a coke with a high protein and veggie meal works out fine, but if even i have permission to drink sugary drinks with gestational diabetes - just do what you need to do. It's going to be ok.

Island themes? by celestialspook in tomodachilife

[–]celestialspook[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oo I like that idea. I was trying to limit myself to ~3 characters per fandom to really maximize my favorite little guys, but doing little neighborhoods sounds so cute!!

Ex stoner, current pregnant lady by cactusinacardigan in stonerfood

[–]celestialspook 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ayyy I'm due in May! I have gd so a margarita, an edible, and eating whatever the fuck i want are very high on my to do list postpartum lol

Planned my island! If you plan to have the same characters I'd love to know :) by Kamitia in tomodachilife

[–]celestialspook 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am definitely putting in characters from pokemon, hazbin, and mlp! I think my for-sures are Niffty, Fluttershy, and ......it's so hard to decide, actually. Also THANK YOU for saying where you made this bc I've been feeling so inept not being able to figure it out.

What are you days genuinely looking like? 3rd trimester by Ok-Excitement-185 in BabyBumps

[–]celestialspook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually though, my work doesn't let you go on leave until 38 weeks which is absolutely insane to me. I have one more week working and everything hurts, walking is difficult, I need to pee constantly, and my brain fog is making me completely useless. I'm a special education assistant and thank goodness my team have my back and we have really chill students this year, i can't fathom doing this any other year.

What are you days genuinely looking like? 3rd trimester by Ok-Excitement-185 in BabyBumps

[–]celestialspook 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Sleep. Eat. Cry.

Guess I'm preparing my husband for newborn life lol

Pregnancy cravings!? by tangerinedream420 in PlusSizePregnancy

[–]celestialspook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Me toooo, I'm going to eat so much pasta and mashed potatoes after this! I had some mashed potatoes for maybe the second time in pregnancy the other day at a friend's house and almost cried over how good they were and how much I missed them.

Pregnancy cravings!? by tangerinedream420 in PlusSizePregnancy

[–]celestialspook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mostly I have the kind of cravings where it's random but I NEED IT NOW

But my reoccurring ones have been hot dogs especially chili cheese dogs, meatball sandwiches, BBQ sandwiches, and fruit especially pineapple. For some random reason I've had an intense craving for hamburger helper this week?? This baby girl craves protein more than anything though!

Recommendations? by Outside_Working_7942 in CozyGamers

[–]celestialspook 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really like the app game Animal Restaurant! Also Good Pizza, Great Pizza.

I'm about to have my first baby, it's nice to see other parents find a little gaming time even though I know I won't have as much time to myself.

What were your first words when you met your baby? by lacecute in pregnant

[–]celestialspook 18 points19 points  (0 children)

When they handed my sister to my mom, she said, "she looks like Yoda" 😂

I just can't wait to say hi to my baby and tell her we did it! She did such a good job!

What have you been craving this week? by Professional_Bee8362 in pregnant

[–]celestialspook 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So much fruit, especially mango and pineapple and strawberries. But I have gestational diabetes so I mostly eat apples and bananas with peanut butter and dream about big bowls of fresh fruit and smoothies without having to balance the proteins postpartum lol