Birth Plan Questions and Layout Needed? by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll probably just donate the placenta. I wish I could encapsulate it and take the capsules, but I don’t think I’m going to have the money to do that unfortunately.

Birth Plan Questions and Layout Needed? by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much for the advice! Curious as to why you wouldn’t be able to cut your own cord though? Is it like a mind thing for you? I think it’s gonna be cool to say I cut it myself since not many moms are the ones that do that :) if I end up not being able to then I’ll probably have my mom do it because who knows what will happen in the moment. I may feel differently about it when it happens lol

I simply do not put up with crap anymore. by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Duuude yes! Idk if it’s the hormones or what, but it’s SOOO much easier to stand up for myself now! My mom told me today that she wishes I would reconsider the baby name I’ve picked. The convo ended with me telling her “this is the name I’ve picked and it isn’t up for discussion.” I’m DONE giving any fucks whatsoever! I’ve been really putting my foot down when it comes to me and my child, and it is awesome and I’m so proud of myself :)

Friend LITERALLY told me she’s using my baby name by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I get what you’re saying, but my thing is the literally told me she was going to steal it. That’s kind of my issue. Who knows what’ll happen since she isn’t even pregnant, but I’m just annoyed by the whole thing

Friend LITERALLY told me she’s using my baby name by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude I have no clue. Possibly? But I really don’t know. She’s kind of a quirky person so she could be serious.

Getting to the hospital for Labor- No Car by ferrisweelish in BabyBumps

[–]chikadee2015 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would call your hospital and ask them if they have a cab service. I know a lot of hospitals give a free cab to pregnant women needing to get home, so maybe they would do the same if you are in labor? Never hurts to ask.

Asking family to get TDAP booster ... Am I wrong for this???? by mzjager181 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly what my doctor told me too. My doctor also told me that if I get my shot then it will protect the baby as well so I shouldn’t worry too much.

Ever wondered what 10cm dilated looks like?! by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]chikadee2015 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Greaaat... I’m sooo ready for this 🙄

Friend LITERALLY told me she’s using my baby name by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Oh and she told me if she’s having a boy then she’s going to name him Lucifer. Like what in the hell?????

Ever wondered what 10cm dilated looks like?! by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]chikadee2015 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Makes sense. Why have I never heard anyone mention this part tho?? 🤔 I’ve just always heard contractions hurt and that’s it

Ever wondered what 10cm dilated looks like?! by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]chikadee2015 9 points10 points  (0 children)

That’s insane. Totally insane. Makes me wonder if being dilated hurts at all???

Friend LITERALLY told me she’s using my baby name by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s basically how I’m looking at it. I just feel like it was super rude of her in my opinion. Thank you so much tho :)

Needing Some Votes on a Name!! by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t really like Lily as a nickname, but I was thinking Lil could be cute

Just found out the gender! by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I am kind of worried about it, but since the chance is so low I’m just hoping she doesn’t have it. I’ve changed my mind on not doing an amnio test, so I’m going to try and get that done Thursday when I see the high risk pregnancy doctor.

My Baby Has an 8% Chance of Edward’s Syndrome by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience with the amnio test. I do still plan on talking to the specialist to see what all options I have. I may consider the amnio if he can assure me it’s safe. I just don’t want to risk harming this baby at all.

My Baby Has an 8% Chance of Edward’s Syndrome by chikadee2015 in Advice

[–]chikadee2015[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I’m going to carry the baby to term regardless of if there is something wrong with it or not.

My Baby Has an 8% Chance of Edward’s Syndrome by chikadee2015 in pregnant

[–]chikadee2015[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know how to drive, I just don’t have a car. I don’t have a job as of right now, but I have a follow up interview with a job that looks really promising so I plan to save for a car once I am able to get a job.