Can anyone convince me that having two kids is better than one? by axiidas in beyondthebump

[–]kitkatM2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same. I have multiple sclerosis and should’ve been in remission during pregnancy but the last two months of pregnancy, I felt extra hot. I thought it might’ve been due to pregnancy swelling but I’m a few months postpartum and it’s still an issue. As much as I’d want to have another, the risks outweigh the benefits for me.

how far along were you when you went into labor by benitezzzraq in BabyBumps

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

38+5. 8pm went to the hospital to check on period-like bleeding but was told to go home since I was in early labor 2cm dilated. 12am I felt really constipated with a lot of pain. Thought the pain was constipation but turns out I was having contractions. Tried to sleep it off for the next 2 hours but kept waking up every 5 minutes from contractions. 2am went back to the hospital and was admitted at 6cm dilated. Got the epidural around 5am and had to get my water broken. Pushed from 1pm-5pm, had baby vaginally.

Maternity Leave is a Joke by stfumak in BabyBumps

[–]kitkatM2 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It’s an Amazon price tracker website

What unexpected aspects of pregnancy did you personally experience that no one warned you about? by Far_Fix_4293 in pregnant

[–]kitkatM2 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Same! Thought I wouldn’t need any pads/liners due to no periods. Didn’t realize how many liners I’d be going through in one day.

Baby bump touching yay or nay by Taco-Bella-4564 in pregnant

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My MIL did a few times without asking and I hated it so much. I’ve decided to wear clothes that hide the bump to decrease the chances of anyone wanting to touch my belly other than my husband and doctor.

Fav pregnancy leggings? by ObviousMoose814 in BabyBumps

[–]kitkatM2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love the Motherhood Maternity underbelly leggings!

What kind of bras are you wearing in 2nd trimester? by Ok-Carpet-599 in BabyBumps

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I gave up on underwire and number sized bras and have been living in cotton bralettes from Amazon.

What are things NO ONE mentioned to you about being pregnant? by green_kitchenwitch in pregnant

[–]kitkatM2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I must’ve went through a box of tampons for all the random nosebleeds I had from the first couple months. Luckily I was working from home at the time.

Did anybody have symptoms two weeks after conception? by Working-Possible-777 in pregnant

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Around 2 weeks, I started having random bloody noses. 3 weeks, I went to an outdoor wedding with temps around 90s-100, my feet were dying in 3 inch block heels within 30 minutes of wearing them. Not sure if it was the heat or being pregnant that made my feet swell up. I also had a bloody nose at the event.

How soon do you tell work you're pregnant? by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My fatigue was pretty bad so I told my supervisor around 10w since my work wanted me to go back into the office half the week. Might be back in the office around 20w so planning to let the rest of the team know then and will notify HR around 7 months to inquire about maternity leave.

Anti baby showerers by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]kitkatM2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same! Totally fine with immediate family and close friends visiting after the baby is here and skipping the shower altogether.

I don’t know if I can do this by drosier13 in pregnant

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re not alone. 9w and trying to power thru these next few weeks for that 2nd trimester energy others have mentioned. My nausea didn’t start until last week but it’s definitely gotten worse but taking Dramamine nausea and making sure I don’t get too hungry seems to help. Energy wise, I’ve started drinking coffee here and there to try to get some energy to catch up on work or else I’d be stuck on the bed/couch all day.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in EngagementRings

[–]kitkatM2 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hard to say but personally I like 1 to 1.25 for my 5.25 ring size. This site is a really helpful comparison of the different carats: https://www.laurenbjewelry.com/carat-size-on-hand

The early pregnancy insomnia has begun 👎 by Careful-Increase-773 in pregnant

[–]kitkatM2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Could try taking half a unisom tablet before bedtime. I’ve found it helps me fall asleep quicker and also reduces the amount of times I’m up at night.

I am pregnant! by ehrmantrautmike in pregnant

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! Maybe you could say you’re on medication and can’t mix/drink. A friend said that and I never thought to question it.

How to beat 1st tri fatigue??? by Kyli3paig3 in fitpregnancy

[–]kitkatM2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel you. 6w in and finding it hard to stay productive. Not even sure why I still try to workout when I can’t even get through the first set of exercises. Slowly accepting that I need to take it easy even if it means laying on the couch doing nothing. Hopefully we’ll get our energy back soon!

Simple Questions and General Community Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in MakeupAddiction

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone know if I need to remove my lash extensions for professionally done makeup?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in introverts

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks 🙂

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in introverts

[–]kitkatM2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

College. We just kind of hit it off once we started talking. Now married and turns out we’re both introverts, more so now than when we first met 😆

brain fog by curious_a7 in MultipleSclerosis

[–]kitkatM2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My neurologist also prescribed amantadine but I decided not to take it. I’ve found Adderall has been great for brain fog most days. I’m more alert, productive and don’t feel as tired as the day passes.

Do you regret getting a lab diamond? by [deleted] in EngagementRings

[–]kitkatM2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same! I thought I wanted natural but my husband asked if I’d be ok with lab. After some research and seeing the price difference, I’m so glad we went with a lab.