Got Baby? Avez vous un bebe?

[lilacvioletiris 11]

Yeah, after birth we will need time to recover! Dh wants a shower in Canada before the babies are born but I don't want another long road trip. I am already not going to my brothers wedding because it is 10.5 hours away and by then I won't be able to fly. I think a Canadian shower would be more fun after the babies are born so people can see the babies. I know I will have a local shower in the US before they born.

[Marilyn. 340]

I won't mind having my parents here because I know my mom will help a lot with keeping the house clean etc...

My husband is also taking 6 weeks off after the baby is born. He will be getting full pay during that time..

This is going to be a big change for us. It has just been the two of us for about 8 years now.

[Marilyn. 340]

yay, my crib is now sitting in my SIL's garage.

She says I have to act surprised when they give it to me at the shower...lol

[Marilyn. 340]

when we were at Walmart we saw a cute bedding set on clearance but it was missing the crib skirt. My SIL wanted to buy it for me. So I looked online and it is out of stock everywhere but you can order it online. so I just ordered it but she paid for it.. I didn't want a bedding set because I didn't want the bumper but my SIL kept bugging me about it.. so this is a good compromise. I guess it is another gift I have to act surprised for when I get it ..lol

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Itty-Bitty-Butterflies-3pc-Crib-Bedding-Set-Value-Bundle/22036590

[VeeNDee 44]

when we were at Walmart we saw a cute bedding set on clearance but it was missing the crib skirt. My SIL wanted to buy it for me. So I looked online and it is out of stock everywhere but you can order it online. so I just ordered it but she paid for it.. I didn't want a bedding set because I didn't want the bumper but my SIL kept bugging me about it.. so this is a good compromise. I guess it is another gift I have to act surprised for when I get it ..lol

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Itty-Bitty-Butterflies-3pc-Crib-Bedding-Set-Value-Bundle/22036590

Oh man crib bedding has me so confused. We were working on our Babies R Us registry to get an idea of what we would need, and on the 'must haves' list it has some bedding items. Some of them we didn't even know what they were and some we didn't think we'd need that many but maybe I am wrong???

It suggests- crib bedding set, 2 to 4 fitted crib sheets (do those not come with a bedding set??), 2 mattress pads and waterproof pads, 2 sheet savers (what are those?), 4 crib blankets (but I thought I'd read you weren't supposed to use blankets for babies anymore...!??), 2 wearable blankets (aren't those some type of clothing item you can sleep in with space for the feet?).... long story short we are so confused. And that was JUST the bedding!

[VeeNDee 44]

Sigh I wish they'd sent us someone to help with the registry. I remembering registering for our wedding at Bed Bath and Beyond. They were great and walked us through the whole thing. That's what I need!!!

[Marilyn. 340]

Oh man crib bedding has me so confused. We were working on our Babies R Us registry to get an idea of what we would need, and on the 'must haves' list it has some bedding items. Some of them we didn't even know what they were and some we didn't think we'd need that many but maybe I am wrong???

It suggests- crib bedding set, 2 to 4 fitted crib sheets (do those not come with a bedding set??), 2 mattress pads and waterproof pads, 2 sheet savers (what are those?), 4 crib blankets (but I thought I'd read you weren't supposed to use blankets for babies anymore...!??), 2 wearable blankets (aren't those some type of clothing item you can sleep in with space for the feet?).... long story short we are so confused. And that was JUST the bedding!

I think most bedding sets are a waste of money. They say that most normal bumpers are not safe to use because of the suffocation risk, So I have a breathable bumper on my list.

Also most bedding sets only come with one sheet. You will probably need more then that.

I just put a couple of fitted sheets, waterproof crib pads, and a mattress cover on my registry.

half the stuff they say you need, you don't really need..

Edited July 31, 2013 by Marilyn.

[Kimbear 53]

I know how you feel. I read all the new rules etc. and basically it came down to me getting a mattress that has a vinyl cover, and 4 fitted sheets. as far as i can tell your not supposed to put anything else in the crib period. no comforters blankets, no bumpers, no toys nada. I was worried cuz i'm like how the hell am i going to keep the baby warm in winter? but then my friend told me about these "sleep sacks" , basically they are like sleeping bags/ nighties for babies that are all closed up but do not cover the arms or head.

So what i did was chose a couple of those on amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Carters-Sleeping-Bag-White-Label-One/dp/B008G409T4/ref=br_it_dp_o_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=24CXCOZG7L382&coliid=I1TN53CAN8DAEI, and for the sheets these ones from Gerber ( diff patterns avail" had really good reviews: http://www.amazon.com/Gerber-Cotton-Fitted-Sheets-Design/dp/B00BLTEIA2/ref=br_it_dp_o_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=24CXCOZG7L382&coliid=I3FF56F0BQI6UT

So yesterday i also registered for childbirth classes, apparently i could not find any actual Lamaze ones around and everyone wants a fortune for the classes. I seem to remember my sister doing them for free up north. So i had to cough up 100$ for the course last night and its only 3 x 2 hr sessions. Good thing i checked now cuz they had just august available then late October when i'm do and then January! the others were all booked up!

Oh man crib bedding has me so confused. We were working on our Babies R Us registry to get an idea of what we would need, and on the 'must haves' list it has some bedding items. Some of them we didn't even know what they were and some we didn't think we'd need that many but maybe I am wrong???

It suggests- crib bedding set, 2 to 4 fitted crib sheets (do those not come with a bedding set??), 2 mattress pads and waterproof pads, 2 sheet savers (what are those?), 4 crib blankets (but I thought I'd read you weren't supposed to use blankets for babies anymore...!??), 2 wearable blankets (aren't those some type of clothing item you can sleep in with space for the feet?).... long story short we are so confused. And that was JUST the bedding!

[JensJrny2Ray 367]

Had a bit of a scare on Saturday as I collapsed while going on a walk. Turns out I have DVT and will be on Lovenox for the rest of my pregnancy. OH, the kicker? It's 6k a month. Yeah, no big deal right? I'm hoping my hubby's insurance will cover this when he gets it in October. I'm seriously considering getting my meds online from Israel as it is over half price. Just have to get a small loan I guess! Baby is fine though, I'm still having crazy dreams. 13 weeks today!

Oh and Veendee, I can't believe someone said that to you about your shower! Some people have no filter! My MIL told me about how she knew someone who died of a blood clot, my husband gave her the death look. October can not come fast enough!

[VeeNDee 44]

I think most bedding sets are a waste of money. They say that most normal bumpers are not safe to use because of the suffocation risk, So I have a breathable bumper on my list.

Also most bedding sets only come with one sheet. You will probably need more then that.

I just put a couple of fitted sheets, waterproof crib pads, and a mattress cover on my registry.

half the stuff they say you need, you don't really need..

Is that all a bedding set really is - a set of bumpers and one sheet? That's pretty lame. I guess the fitted sheets for changing and waterproof crib pads make sense for leaks... and mattress cover. Wait, what is the difference between mattress cover and a waterproof crib pad? Do they both protect or do you need to use both at the same time?

Definitely going to cut down on what they suggest...

I know how you feel. I read all the new rules etc. and basically it came down to me getting a mattress that has a vinyl cover, and 4 fitted sheets. as far as i can tell your not supposed to put anything else in the crib period. no comforters blankets, no bumpers, no toys nada. I was worried cuz i'm like how the hell am i going to keep the baby warm in winter? but then my friend told me about these "sleep sacks" , basically they are like sleeping bags/ nighties for babies that are all closed up but do not cover the arms or head.

So what i did was chose a couple of those on amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Carters-Sleeping-Bag-White-Label-One/dp/B008G409T4/ref=br_it_dp_o_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=24CXCOZG7L382&coliid=I1TN53CAN8DAEI, and for the sheets these ones from Gerber ( diff patterns avail" had really good reviews: http://www.amazon.com/Gerber-Cotton-Fitted-Sheets-Design/dp/B00BLTEIA2/ref=br_it_dp_o_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=24CXCOZG7L382&coliid=I3FF56F0BQI6UT

So yesterday i also registered for childbirth classes, apparently i could not find any actual Lamaze ones around and everyone wants a fortune for the classes. I seem to remember my sister doing them for free up north. So i had to cough up 100$ for the course last night and its only 3 x 2 hr sessions. Good thing i checked now cuz they had just august available then late October when i'm do and then January! the others were all booked up!

Yeah I was thinking the same thing... Being due in October means they will be super tiny and small in the crib during winter. Being coldblooded myself I couldn't imagine sleeping without blankets. Supposedly the sleep sacks keep them warm but I wonder if they make warmer and cooler ones for them depending on the season. I don't want to put anything in the crib...I wonder if I could use a blanket for something else, like a burping cloth, or for covering the car seat during transit outside, or if it's just a total waste to get them at all...

Yeah my parents and husband's parents were both shocked to find out we had to pay for childbirth classes... over $100..(I can't remember the exact cost). And those were the 'cheap' classes at the hospital, not at some other facility or some newfangled techniques being taught. Well, being our first baby we figured we should just bite the bullet and pay for them.... Ugh. We are doing a course over Fri/Sat/Sun to avoid having it drag on for weeks and for timing purposes.

Had a bit of a scare on Saturday as I collapsed while going on a walk. Turns out I have DVT and will be on Lovenox for the rest of my pregnancy. OH, the kicker? It's 6k a month. Yeah, no big deal right? I'm hoping my hubby's insurance will cover this when he gets it in October. I'm seriously considering getting my meds online from Israel as it is over half price. Just have to get a small loan I guess! Baby is fine though, I'm still having crazy dreams. 13 weeks today!

Oh and Veendee, I can't believe someone said that to you about your shower! Some people have no filter! My MIL told me about how she knew someone who died of a blood clot, my husband gave her the death look. October can not come fast enough!

Wow that sounds terrifying!!! I am glad they found out what was wrong with you but it doesn't sound like it was a great discovery. 6k a month is brutal. Will you still have to take it after the baby is born or does that 'end' the treatment?

By the way I replied to your post about insurance in the other forum. Hopefully it's of some help!

[Marilyn. 340]

oh most bedding sets usually have one sheet, a bumper, a quilt, and a crib skirt

[Canadiandggal 49]

You ladies could go with sleep sacks or swaddles. I had levi in swaddles for the first few months, they look like little burritos lol.

[Marilyn. 340]

ugh, yesterday we got some not so great news. our 6 month lease is up at the end of September. It was supposed to go to month to month after that. But we found out that they are wanting us to move at that time. I talked to the manager and told her I was due at that time and asked if we could at least have an extra month and she said no.

They say it is because they are in the middle of renovating the whole apartment complex and they are under contract to renovate a certain amount of apartments in a set period of time.

They did offer us to move to a renovated apartment but that is an around $140 more a month...

so either way we have to pack up again in the next few months. I am kicking myself that we didn't sign a year lease.. grrr...

We will probably just stay within the complex because it is less hassle with moving and deposits etc..

[Marilyn. 340]

so an update on our housing situation.. It looks like we might just move two doors down by August 24th. Our deposit will just transfer over. The rent will be a little higher but that is ok. I am just glad we will be settled before little Emily gets here.. I feel such a huge sense of relief.

[Kimbear 53]

Moving right before your due date even if in the same area is going to be hard. Poor you. Is it at least a slightly bigger unit, or just renovated? We have a friend who just had that happen to him, they want to finish renovating and are slowing moving ppl out of the building then they are converting the apartments to condos.

So i flunked my glucose test today, i got a score of 144 and now have to go for the 3 hour one which includes a 3 day meal plan beforehand (omg the menu is pitiful how i am i supposed to NOT be hungry on it?), and then fast for the actual test. Right now i'm hungry every 2 hours how the hell i'm going to survive this i have no clue. So not happy about this. I even ate good the last 2 days and stayed away from carbs and sugars

My baby shower is the last Sunday this month, and my sister in law sent out RSVP a couple of weeks ago, with self addressed stamped envelopes for return. So far only one person out of like 10 has replied. I mean seriously how hard is it to say yes / no and send the bloody thing back? I'm annoyed because this is why i don't get along with most of David's friends. they don't care about anything and leave it all to the last minute. Like my sister in law and her friend have to cook and make food and plan for a certain amount of ppl the least these invitees could do is mail the damn thing back or god forbid use FB to let us know.