Your body actually starts preparing for labor up to a month before you give birth. You may be blissfully unaware of what's going on — or you may begin to notice new symptoms as your due date draws near. Here are some things that may happen in the weeks or days before labor starts:
Your baby "drops."
If this is your first pregnancy, you may feel what's known as "lightening" a few weeks before labor starts. You might sense a heaviness in your pelvis as this happens and notice less pressure just below your ribcage, making it easier to catch your breath.
You note more Braxton Hicks contractions.
More frequent and intense Braxton Hicks contractions can signal pre-labor, during which your cervix ripens (see below) and the stage is set for true labor. Some women experience a crampy, menstrual-like feeling during this time.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Mood Swings out the ying yang!!!
Why have I been so moody lately?
It's common to have mood swings during pregnancy, because of hormonal changes that affect your levels of neurotransmitters (chemical messengers in the brain) and the broad range of feelings you may have about becoming a parent. Everyone responds differently to these changes. Some moms-to-be experience heightened emotions, both good and bad; others feel more depressed or anxious. Most find that moodiness flares up at around 6 to 10 weeks, eases up in the second trimester, and then reappears as their pregnancy winds to a close.Pregnancy can be a stressful and overwhelming time. You may be overjoyed at the thought of having a baby one day, and then just as quickly begin wondering what you've gotten yourself into. You may be worried about whether you'll be a good mom, whether the baby will be healthy, and how the cost of adding a child to your household will affect your family's future finances. And you may worry about how your relationship with your partner and your other children will be affected — whether you'll still be able to give them the attention they need.
Video
Inside pregnancy: Weeks 10 to 14
A 3D animated look at a baby in the first trimester of pregnancy.
In the meantime, your body's changing and you may be feeling unattractive in your own or your partner's eyes. You may be worried about putting on too much weight or looking "fat" as your body expands to accommodate pregnancy, while at the same time feeling that you can't exercise as much as you might want to or used to.
Finally, the physical symptoms of pregnancy, such as heartburn, fatigue, and frequent urination, can also be a burden. It's not uncommon to feel like you've lost control over your body and your life during this time. All these concerns may take your emotions on a roller-coaster ride.
this above is provided by babycenter.com http://www.babycenter.com/0_mood-swings-during-pregnancy_253.bc
Pregnancy Foot Massages
I am blessed to have a husband who loves me and will do whatever I ask (first putting up a small battle) eventually I get what I want...(still working on it, hey he's young lol) But being pregnant you get alot of aches and pains, in your back and legs and pelvic and for me its my feet.
Sore, tired feet, and every night I have the luxury of getting a foot massage!!! ahh!!! they feel so good (wish they lasted longer than the ten minutes I get but hey It is much needed!!!
Only five weeks to go, Have you been to the spa lately or have been treated to a massage?
In fact I think I will take a aroma therapy bath tonight!!! =)
Sore, tired feet, and every night I have the luxury of getting a foot massage!!! ahh!!! they feel so good (wish they lasted longer than the ten minutes I get but hey It is much needed!!!
Only five weeks to go, Have you been to the spa lately or have been treated to a massage?
In fact I think I will take a aroma therapy bath tonight!!! =)
Pregnancy and Hair thickness
So I havent notice my hair growing or getting longer until recently. In fact not even longer but more so thicker. Its beautiful and lovely and I get compliments that the pregnancy is doing me well but I am afraid that its all going to fall out when I give birth... check out this excerpt from the baby center website
http://www.babycenter.com/0_hair-and-nail-changes-during-pregnancy_1456563.bc
Here's what's going on: Normally, 85 to 95 percent of the hair on your head is growing and the other 5 to 15 percent is in a resting stage. After the resting period, this hair naturally falls out (often while you're brushing or shampooing your hair) and is replaced by new growth. The average woman sheds about 100 hairs a day.
During pregnancy, higher levels of estrogen prolong the growth phase, resulting in less shedding of hair and thicker tresses. Some women also notice that their hair becomes shinier during pregnancy or that it changes in texture (curly hair might become straighter, for example).
Your postpartum locks probably won't be as luxurious. After giving birth, the growth/rest cycle goes back to its previous pattern, so you may notice more hair falling on out.
Not all pregnant women notice dramatic changes in their hair before and after giving birth, though. Among those who do, the changes tend to be more obvious in women with longer hair.
http://www.babycenter.com/0_hair-and-nail-changes-during-pregnancy_1456563.bc
Is it common for your hair to get thicker when you're pregnant?
You may find that your hair feels fuller when you're pregnant. But you're not actually growing more hair (and the strands themselves aren't any thicker) – you're just losing it more slowly than you usually do.Here's what's going on: Normally, 85 to 95 percent of the hair on your head is growing and the other 5 to 15 percent is in a resting stage. After the resting period, this hair naturally falls out (often while you're brushing or shampooing your hair) and is replaced by new growth. The average woman sheds about 100 hairs a day.
During pregnancy, higher levels of estrogen prolong the growth phase, resulting in less shedding of hair and thicker tresses. Some women also notice that their hair becomes shinier during pregnancy or that it changes in texture (curly hair might become straighter, for example).
Your postpartum locks probably won't be as luxurious. After giving birth, the growth/rest cycle goes back to its previous pattern, so you may notice more hair falling on out.
Not all pregnant women notice dramatic changes in their hair before and after giving birth, though. Among those who do, the changes tend to be more obvious in women with longer hair.
Gas! My new Pregnancy Symptom
So, I just realized why tums become pregnant women's friend. At first I was taking tums for all the calcium benefits for my baby. To help build his bones strong and to keep my teeth from rotten as he uses some of my calcium. SO I would down two or three a day of 750 mg... no biggy!
Well recently maybe three nights ago I have been miserable! I haven't had heart burn yet and I joke all the time, yet I am so serious that I hope my baby has hair on his head because his mommy has had no heartburn. That's beside the point but I have been in pain, I feel the gas building up in my tummy and just aching me. I roll on once side and the gas is still there and I roll on the other side to try and get relief and nothing... I eat but I become fuller much quicker now and when I know I should stop eating, I carry on like a mad women and continue to eat and I suffer later... the gas is almost un bearable.
So I glance at the tums and guess what? After popping a few the gas is moving on out (either end lol) and I feel better, so much better since I laid my burdens down (ok church moment) but gas is a burden boy I tell ya! I have five more weeks to go and gas is def my new symptom
Well recently maybe three nights ago I have been miserable! I haven't had heart burn yet and I joke all the time, yet I am so serious that I hope my baby has hair on his head because his mommy has had no heartburn. That's beside the point but I have been in pain, I feel the gas building up in my tummy and just aching me. I roll on once side and the gas is still there and I roll on the other side to try and get relief and nothing... I eat but I become fuller much quicker now and when I know I should stop eating, I carry on like a mad women and continue to eat and I suffer later... the gas is almost un bearable.
So I glance at the tums and guess what? After popping a few the gas is moving on out (either end lol) and I feel better, so much better since I laid my burdens down (ok church moment) but gas is a burden boy I tell ya! I have five more weeks to go and gas is def my new symptom
Ardyss Body Magic
What do yall think about the body magic? Any moms out there used it after giving birth... the reshapers I mean? Does it really work? Regardless I am going to order me a size 32 (I think that is the right size I need) or I may go get measured and order it to slim down my waist after giving birth!
I have always been a fan of girdles but hearing about the body magic made me stop and do my research. If it does what it claims it can do, I am impressed and can not wait to try it! Costly though, it is about 80-140$ depending if I go on the site or some place like ebay!
But the claims are awesome, not only does it shape you while wearing it, the more you wear it the more it permantly shapes you so you do not need to wear it!
Benefits:
Our Reshaping Solution When Worn:
What do you think?
I have always been a fan of girdles but hearing about the body magic made me stop and do my research. If it does what it claims it can do, I am impressed and can not wait to try it! Costly though, it is about 80-140$ depending if I go on the site or some place like ebay!
But the claims are awesome, not only does it shape you while wearing it, the more you wear it the more it permantly shapes you so you do not need to wear it!
Benefits:
Reshape your body and drop up to 3 sizes!
The Body Magic is an innovative creation that will sensationalize your body by giving you the appearance of a liposuction transformation without the surgery. Innovative in design to help lift your bust and stomach as it flattens and controls your abdomen muscles. This body shaper lifts and reshapes the buttocks and helps thin your thighs and hips while pulling the shoulders back to correct posture.Our Reshaping Solution When Worn:
- Helps to firm and control your abdomen with a flatter appearance
- Helps to lift and hold your lower stomach in position
- Pulls your shoulders back and corrects your posture
- Gives upper and lower back support
- Thins the appearance of your hips and thighs
- Lifts and holds buttocks up in position
- Helps reduce waist 2-3 sizes
What do you think?
Friday, May 25, 2012
Develope a Routine For Your Children
Or you will drive yourself nutts! Routines help babies and children stay and learn how to be organized and also avoids idleness. It is good for the developement of the brain and In the long run helps them focus in school!
Start soon and start young! Heck you can start while they are in the womb, get yourself ready cause you will be following this routine to help them follow. Maybe the time of day you talk and read to the baby, or sing or play songs is a good way. Baby is learning in your womb. When he or she gets here have a routine for meals and naps and kind follow the same pattern everytime...
If you are going in for the diaper change, start off nibbling baby toes or saying a certain saying, Baby will catch on and learn while getting changed.
And when they are older keep it up, after school maybe 1. home 2. snack 3. homework 4. playtime 5. dinner 6. chore 7. bathtime 8. down time 9. bed time...
daily schedule keeps the kids on task in life... try it and tell me how yours work!
Start soon and start young! Heck you can start while they are in the womb, get yourself ready cause you will be following this routine to help them follow. Maybe the time of day you talk and read to the baby, or sing or play songs is a good way. Baby is learning in your womb. When he or she gets here have a routine for meals and naps and kind follow the same pattern everytime...
If you are going in for the diaper change, start off nibbling baby toes or saying a certain saying, Baby will catch on and learn while getting changed.
And when they are older keep it up, after school maybe 1. home 2. snack 3. homework 4. playtime 5. dinner 6. chore 7. bathtime 8. down time 9. bed time...
daily schedule keeps the kids on task in life... try it and tell me how yours work!
Father and Son, Daddy and Baby Boy
So this post is about my hubby and our unborn baby boy (my first, his second). Since he is not here to give his insights and opinions I will do it on his behalf after careful research from him lol!
Being a father of already one now but not full time... Taking on the idea of finally becoming a full time dad still can be a bit challenging. Its brand new and yet still overwhelming. Joyous yes, but anxiety too. Especially when the pay at work is not the best and the hours at work suck and weekday evenings and weekends you just want spend with your wife and new baby.
But if there is a will there is a way and God has provided a new job, with better benefits and pay and a better fit working schedule. With 6 weeks until baby boy arrives! Whew things are finally looking up. It wasnt until about 3 and a half months ago that I found myself actually happy to be a dad all over again, in the begining it was hard to digest. All I thought about was providing for my family and finances, but it was the moment seeing the little guy on the screen that I was finally able to grasp being a father to him and a loving supportive husband to my wife during this pregnancy.
I have been head on ever since. rubbing back and feet and setting up the crib and nursery! I am enjoying, and boy how things are going to change when he arrives. But Im down for the change... change is good right?
Being a father of already one now but not full time... Taking on the idea of finally becoming a full time dad still can be a bit challenging. Its brand new and yet still overwhelming. Joyous yes, but anxiety too. Especially when the pay at work is not the best and the hours at work suck and weekday evenings and weekends you just want spend with your wife and new baby.
But if there is a will there is a way and God has provided a new job, with better benefits and pay and a better fit working schedule. With 6 weeks until baby boy arrives! Whew things are finally looking up. It wasnt until about 3 and a half months ago that I found myself actually happy to be a dad all over again, in the begining it was hard to digest. All I thought about was providing for my family and finances, but it was the moment seeing the little guy on the screen that I was finally able to grasp being a father to him and a loving supportive husband to my wife during this pregnancy.
I have been head on ever since. rubbing back and feet and setting up the crib and nursery! I am enjoying, and boy how things are going to change when he arrives. But Im down for the change... change is good right?
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Pregnancy Emotions
I've gained 24 pounds so far and my legs and feet are not swollen Thank the Lord but I'm up every hour during the night to empty my bladder and I think I'm literally eating us out of house and home.
Emotions are still running wild- - I tear up now and feel like going to bed and sleeping it off for no dern reason!! I really get aggravated when Im hungry and immediately fine when I am full, LOL.
Emotions are still running wild- - I tear up now and feel like going to bed and sleeping it off for no dern reason!! I really get aggravated when Im hungry and immediately fine when I am full, LOL.
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Will I be a good Mom?
I was up at 3am this morning peeing and just plain uncomfortable... Time is getting close so scary. I've been quite anxious lately and my mind wanders a lot. 6 weeks until his due date and 3 weeks until I am considered full term!!! AHhh!!!
I have a due date of July 2nd 2012, and he better stay in until then and please be 6lbs lol! I feel deep down that Baby Boy will be making his big debut on his due date. I hear I will be ready long before then, pain wise and irritability but I want a July baby! So all of this was racing through my mind this morning at ... I'm NOT ready... He better stay in , wait on me ...the nursery is still under construction (pics to come) ... I haven't read all of my 'parenting books' yet, and the biggest anxiety provoking thought of all, 'will I even be a good mom?!' Before July gets here, I need to get it together!!! I have my check list handy and more stuff to check off than is already checked!!!
I have a due date of July 2nd 2012, and he better stay in until then and please be 6lbs lol! I feel deep down that Baby Boy will be making his big debut on his due date. I hear I will be ready long before then, pain wise and irritability but I want a July baby! So all of this was racing through my mind this morning at ... I'm NOT ready... He better stay in , wait on me ...the nursery is still under construction (pics to come) ... I haven't read all of my 'parenting books' yet, and the biggest anxiety provoking thought of all, 'will I even be a good mom?!' Before July gets here, I need to get it together!!! I have my check list handy and more stuff to check off than is already checked!!!
34 weeks pregnant with baby boy!!!!!
Hey yall!
I am 34 weeks today!!! and besides the fact that i can not paint my toenails or shave effectively I'm doing well. Hubby and I are still walking when we can, though I may stop that because I want baby boy here on his due date (July 2) not before and walking speeds up labor, I may get lazy and sleep lol but I want to be fit so I dont know catch 22. Now eating 6 meals a day... in fact I brought two lunches with me to work today. (left over baked chicken yellow rice and collard greens, yum with hot sauce, and the night before I cooked beef stew so I brought a bowl of that too.
My latest and most annoying symptom? Pelvic pains... lightening chroches I think, when the baby lays on a nerve and a pain shoos through my back, leg butt, or abs!!!
Oh, I take naps everyday now, and get to bed early too but I wake often to pee so not so good, and I am finding it uncomfortable to find a comfy postion at night... I guess it's mother nature's way of getting my body ready for NO sleep. Good times.
I am 34 weeks today!!! and besides the fact that i can not paint my toenails or shave effectively I'm doing well. Hubby and I are still walking when we can, though I may stop that because I want baby boy here on his due date (July 2) not before and walking speeds up labor, I may get lazy and sleep lol but I want to be fit so I dont know catch 22. Now eating 6 meals a day... in fact I brought two lunches with me to work today. (left over baked chicken yellow rice and collard greens, yum with hot sauce, and the night before I cooked beef stew so I brought a bowl of that too.
My latest and most annoying symptom? Pelvic pains... lightening chroches I think, when the baby lays on a nerve and a pain shoos through my back, leg butt, or abs!!!
Oh, I take naps everyday now, and get to bed early too but I wake often to pee so not so good, and I am finding it uncomfortable to find a comfy postion at night... I guess it's mother nature's way of getting my body ready for NO sleep. Good times.
Mia Bossi Babay Bag!!!!
I want this baby bag... man oh man Im not the traditional baby bag carrier, plus I have to tote my purse also and the baby... Have you ever heard of consalidation??? 
This diaper bag in no way looks like a diaper bag... that's the point! It's a HUGE bag that could double as my purse. I'd been hearing a lot of buzz about Mia Bossi and her new line-- ultra stylish couture bags that are on the arms of many celebs (moms and non-moms alike such as J Hud, JLo, Paula Abdul, Madonna, etc).
Things I love
It's huge. I love big bags
It's leather is more durable, wears better, and has a more timeless quality.
Exquisite materials and high quality don't even begin to describe it. This will be a splurge for me!
Description:
Made with buttery soft distressed Italian leather and finished with brushed gold hardware.
Dimensions: 11" (h) x 7" (w) x 15" (l)
Features:
This diaper bag in no way looks like a diaper bag... that's the point! It's a HUGE bag that could double as my purse. I'd been hearing a lot of buzz about Mia Bossi and her new line-- ultra stylish couture bags that are on the arms of many celebs (moms and non-moms alike such as J Hud, JLo, Paula Abdul, Madonna, etc).
Things I love
It's huge. I love big bags
It's leather is more durable, wears better, and has a more timeless quality.
Exquisite materials and high quality don't even begin to describe it. This will be a splurge for me!
Description:
Made with buttery soft distressed Italian leather and finished with brushed gold hardware.
Dimensions: 11" (h) x 7" (w) x 15" (l)
Features:
- Machine washable faux fur changing pad
- Zip-in and zip-out inside lining (additional insert for computer or briefcase available)
- Cell phone holder
- Two exterior bottle holders
- Two interior bottle holders
- One private zippered pocket
- Keychain holder
- Diaper holder
- Baby wipe holder
- Private zippered pocket for personal belongings
Braxton Hicks Contractions already?
April 10th 2012,
Me: I dont know If I am having braxton hicks contractions or is the baby just big and hitting a nerve but a few sharp pains shot through my lower back and ab area... hummm, laying down helps and after a few movements from baby, when he stops they stop!!! maybe it was nothing!!!
May 21:
Me:
ok so they were not braxton hicks contractions, they are called lightening something lol I really can not remember the name but I still get the sharp shooting pains throguh my buttocks and back and anywhere in my lower abs... It is when baby Bishop is moving on one of my nerves... Boy do they catch you off guard when they shooting pain shoots while you are walking... or laying in your sleep!!!
Baby Bishop is def much much bigger, it is difficult to sleep at night and get comfortable. Rolling from one side to another at night is a task and bones crack and my spine moves, and I am only 34 weeks I have 2 more weeks until I am nine months and 6 weeks before his due date! I am so in love with this little baby. I pray he is healthy, loving and smart. But He must stay in until his due date mommy still has a check list of things to prepare before his arrival.
Me: I dont know If I am having braxton hicks contractions or is the baby just big and hitting a nerve but a few sharp pains shot through my lower back and ab area... hummm, laying down helps and after a few movements from baby, when he stops they stop!!! maybe it was nothing!!!
May 21:
Me:
ok so they were not braxton hicks contractions, they are called lightening something lol I really can not remember the name but I still get the sharp shooting pains throguh my buttocks and back and anywhere in my lower abs... It is when baby Bishop is moving on one of my nerves... Boy do they catch you off guard when they shooting pain shoots while you are walking... or laying in your sleep!!!
Baby Bishop is def much much bigger, it is difficult to sleep at night and get comfortable. Rolling from one side to another at night is a task and bones crack and my spine moves, and I am only 34 weeks I have 2 more weeks until I am nine months and 6 weeks before his due date! I am so in love with this little baby. I pray he is healthy, loving and smart. But He must stay in until his due date mommy still has a check list of things to prepare before his arrival.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
NEW ONLINE CURLY HAIR STORE
CHECK OUT MY NEW CURLY HAIR STORE FOR MORE PRODUCTS AND ITEMS THAT PERTAIN TO YOUR CURLY HAIR
this store will have tee shirts and cups and mugs and hats and earrings for men, women and children with curly hair!!!
Take a look at "A World For Curls"
Products being added daily!!!
bookmark this site
this store will have tee shirts and cups and mugs and hats and earrings for men, women and children with curly hair!!!
Take a look at "A World For Curls"
Products being added daily!!!
bookmark this site
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