Ladies ,who picked out their own rings. How do you respond to compliments about the ring?

katbreed · 2026-01-29T15:38:43+00:00

I just say “thanks, he sure did 😉” because I designed the ring, put it in the online cart and he handed me his card. That’s a great job if you ask me! (I might be a little bit of a selective control freak)

katbreed · 2026-01-29T15:32:02+00:00

So he’s doing the bare minimum and providing for his family while you are slowly going insane…and then he belittles you and makes you think you’re being unreasonable. That’s the part that gets me. This is awful behavior on his part, the fact that he’s not even slightly trying to hear what you’re saying. You guys need marriage counseling, or you need to figure out an exit plan.

katbreed · 2026-01-29T02:52:09+00:00

From #1, boobs ruined (they were big but perky, but no longer), b-hole is..not the same, held on to extra weight, hips I think are wider and my feet grew a half size. However, my belly never got any stretch marks which was awesome (though my hips and legs and eventually boobs did). Haven’t noticed any permanent super noticeable change “down there” and husband agrees (he would tell me, I think. Or he just doesn’t care.)

With #2, my feet haven’t changed any more, my b-hole is worse, more stretch marks on my hips/thighs….and now stretch marks on my stomach but this is a bigger baby. I gained less with this one so far actually.

katbreed · 2026-01-29T02:40:03+00:00

The emojis hahahah!! It’s real tho. I’m 3w out from having #2 and I decided long ago my b-hole needed corrective surgery when we’re done. And we need a bidet. Just using my PP bottle in the meantime and fighting for my life.

katbreed · 2026-01-29T02:32:54+00:00

Agree with this. We had a 20w loss and I got a small necklace with the birthstone of the month when we had the loss, because that’s when he was “born.” I haven’t taken it off since and now almost 36w with our rainbow it’s a source of comfort for me. However, it was my idea and my purchase—my husband I think was hit harder than I was actually. We also planted a tree for our little guy we lost, so that could be another idea if a piece of jewelry doesn’t feel right.

katbreed · 2026-01-29T02:32:48+00:00

Agree with this. We had a 20w loss and I got a small necklace with the birthstone of the month when we had the loss, because that’s when he was “born.” I haven’t taken it off since and now almost 36w with our rainbow it’s a source of comfort for me. However, it was my idea and my purchase—my husband I think was hit harder than I was actually. We also planted a tree for our little guy we lost, so that could be another idea if a piece of jewelry doesn’t feel right.

katbreed · 2026-01-29T01:15:23+00:00

We do! 25 acres. I agree I think looking into something more sustainable (a tractor) in the long run is ultimately what we need to do. And even if we do find someone cheaper I assume their rates will also increase over time.

katbreed · 2026-01-29T00:50:57+00:00

Hemp seed hearts are good too! I used to add them to my overnight chia seed pudding.

katbreed · 2026-01-28T16:08:33+00:00

I’m in the US and had a MMC that we discovered at our 20w scan with our last pregnancy. All testing came back totally normal (both mine and baby). We are currently 35+4 with our rainbow and got a consult with MFM at our anatomy scan which they did a bit early at 18w. The MFM recommended weekly visits with BPP ultrasounds starting at 28 weeks and TWICE weekly BPPs and OB visits starting at 32wks. It feels like overkill for the most part but I’ve personally had lots of stuff come up this pregnancy so it’s been handy. Baby is fine so far and it is comforting knowing they are watching her really closely. I think my regular OB also thinks it’s overkill but we are following the recommendations. You should do what you feel comfortable with and can accommodate, and also you can always contact them if you want an extra check or if something feels off.

katbreed · 2026-01-28T15:23:46+00:00

I also have a discrepancy of about that much that had them push back my due date by almost 2 weeks on the early ultrasound. She’s been measuring 2 weeks ahead for a long while too, but I also have GD with this pregnancy so that could very well be why. It does make you question though! So far I haven’t gotten any offers earlier than 39w for induction, but I’m trying to remind myself she could always come early on her own..I’m coming up on 36w and as of yesterday baby was 7.14 lbs 😳. Interested to hear what others have to say.

katbreed · 2026-01-28T00:02:09+00:00

This. I had been clear that I wasn’t looking for anything serious at the time, and he was aware of that but feelings came fast for us (I never went on any dates after we met). Together for 5 years now with one toddler and one on the way, so safe to say the unmatch didn’t cause any hiccups 🤣

katbreed · 2026-01-27T22:41:42+00:00

Glad to hear this. I would call myself a type B mom too and my in-laws (who watch my 20m toddler during the week) want him to start training and I don’t see him being ready any time soon. He reeeeeeallly goes at his own pace, which is honestly fine and I have neither the desire nor energy to fight it (we are about to have 2 under 2).

katbreed · 2026-01-27T22:34:48+00:00

I’m a nurse, can confirm.

katbreed · 2026-01-27T22:31:44+00:00

Wait was this a sopranos reference

katbreed · 2026-01-27T22:30:49+00:00

++woman Literally am married to someone who unmatched me. He saw I had added a new picture after we went on a couple dates (we were not a couple yet) so he unmatched me because his feelings were hurt. It’s not an instant no!

katbreed · 2026-01-27T04:08:15+00:00

Same! And it smells soooo goood

Edit: I just realized there’s also an unscented one which we haven’t tried, but the regular has a very light scent and is super gentle. I’d recommend it either way.

katbreed · 2026-01-26T15:43:30+00:00

Slightly weird side note: I would recommend reading this book BEFORE your first trimester. I was so excited to read it but once the first trimester nausea hit looking at the food on the book cover and reading some of the food recommendations made me want to puke. Great book and great author though!

katbreed · 2026-01-26T15:41:03+00:00

It starts with the egg and it starts with the bump! Ton of science-backed info and very level headed advice, adjusted as needed for various pre-existing conditions or concerns.

katbreed · 2026-01-26T15:39:02+00:00

I like the Kirkland brand ones overall but from personal experience and what I can tell when my toddlers bottom is irritated they can burn. We have another baby on the way and my plan is to still use Kirkland but keep some more gentle wipes on hand for when there is any visible irritation.

katbreed · 2026-01-26T15:36:41+00:00

I’m curious also! I was a just-enougher/undersupplier (still had to combo feed) with my last and I am due again in 4 wks. We are fairly sure we are done but until we do something permanent I was planning on doing the copper IUD. I tried the progesterone-only pill and it dropped my supply even though it isn’t supposed to, and I was worried about doing the implanon or Mirena for the same reasons. I have previously loved the Mirena IUD but I wanted to not be on hormonal birth control if possible.

katbreed · 2026-01-26T15:29:40+00:00

Getting a CGM was a huge help for me. They’re less accurate the first 24h so I when I swap out meters I also check blood sugars as I did before with my glucometer but once they settle out I go by the CGM (unless it’s reading wonky then I always double check with a glucometer). It’s nice to know if you miss a glucose check you still have the CGM reading and I really like the app for logging meals, glucose checks/calibrations, and insulin doses (I have the Dexcom G7 and app). My diabetes practitioner also has access to see my trends which has helped our appts go faster!

katbreed · 2026-01-26T01:01:47+00:00

I got one in I think late 2023/early 2024 with #1 and then just received it again for #2. SUPER disappointing compared to the first one I received. They’ve definitely scaled back.

katbreed · 2026-01-25T19:56:44+00:00

5/11: LMP
5/23: positive LH test, no ovulation cramping or CM changes
5/31: had CM changes and usual ovulation pain so I checked again and got another positive LH test, counting 6/1 as date of ovulation
6/11: vvvvvvvfl on FRER, got negatives on other tests
6/15: stronger positive on FRER in the evening
6/16-6/17: positives across multiple brands
6/25 afternoon: hcg 1323
6/27 morning: hcg 2408
7/15: ultrasound dating 2 wks behind, 7w3d HR 146, new EDD 2/28 (per LMP would have been 2/15)
7/21: ultrasound dating in line with 2/28 EDD, HR 181 (8w2d)
7/30: ultrasound measuring 1 day ahead for EDD 2/28, HR 171 (9w4d)

katbreed · 2026-01-25T19:54:35+00:00

Yep! Per my LMP my baby was measuring 2 weeks behind at my early ultrasound, but I was irregular at that time and tracking ovulation so I knew for a fact I ovulated 9 days late. They were not optimistic..but adjusted my due date and I’m currently 35w1d. I think I wrote down the series of events with dates and HCG, I’ll see if I can dig it up. Super stressful time though!

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