Sinus infections suck, but being sick sucks even more when you are pregnant. The modern comfort of the n-y-Big-F'ing-Q is not allowed. So, the common little cold of sniffles, decides to turn into aliens invading my sinuses that feel the need to be exorcised from my body at 4 in the morning after I wake up unable to breathe.
Baby, you better appreciate how much I love you!
That said, I finally got some common sense and went to the Dr. I have dealt with this before, and unfortunately, my sinus infections tend to have a nasty habit of turning into Bronchitis after draining down into my lungs. Thus, I felt it wiser to hit up the doctor now at the sinus stage instead of waiting for the bronchitis stage. Ahhhh... amoxicilin.
I will admit though, it is no where near as fun taking amoxicilin as an adult as it is as a child. I think pregnant women should be allowed to have the kids kind. To this day, I still think it's some of the best tasting medicine on the planet. I have that fond of memories of the days of the big bottle of pink antibiotics that I practically begged my mom to give me because it tasted so good. Hahhaha
Either way, thankfully, the doctor took pity and I should be feeling better sooner than later... or at least I can hope. It's never a good thing when your boss basically tells you that you look like crap because you are so tired and "night of the living dead" looking.
Oh, and please don't say I better get used to lack of sleep for when the baby comes, because being awake not able to breathe, feeling like someone beat your face in with a baseball bat is very very different than waking up to feed the young one. :-) That's my story and I'm sticking to it!
Monday, January 31, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
New Search: Mocktails
So, all who know me know my love of wine and cocktails. I mean, who wouldn't love these things, right? But, alas, being pregnant, while my Dr. has said I can have the occasional very small glass of wine, I am mostly limited in partaking in my favorite vice.
Also, I love my friends dearly, and sometimes, let's be honest, it's just less noticeable if you have a fun fizzy drink in a pretty glass. It brings a fun sense of life, a touch of "Sex in the City" to any occasion. Sometimes, you just get that kick of confidence when you have a nice crystal flute or wine glass in your hand during a social function. Thus, I am now on the hunt for the time-honored replacement for drinking... Mocktails!
There are plenty of obvious options. Shirley Temples, Sparkling Cider, etc... but what about when I want to pull out my favorite martini glass? I have found some awesome recipes, but I am definitely open to any suggestions. I will admit, Kool-aid and sprite is a nice combination to hold me over for the time being. :-) Please though, any suggestions would be cherished by this former lush mommy-to-be!!
Also, I love my friends dearly, and sometimes, let's be honest, it's just less noticeable if you have a fun fizzy drink in a pretty glass. It brings a fun sense of life, a touch of "Sex in the City" to any occasion. Sometimes, you just get that kick of confidence when you have a nice crystal flute or wine glass in your hand during a social function. Thus, I am now on the hunt for the time-honored replacement for drinking... Mocktails!
There are plenty of obvious options. Shirley Temples, Sparkling Cider, etc... but what about when I want to pull out my favorite martini glass? I have found some awesome recipes, but I am definitely open to any suggestions. I will admit, Kool-aid and sprite is a nice combination to hold me over for the time being. :-) Please though, any suggestions would be cherished by this former lush mommy-to-be!!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
We're Pregnant!!!
Well, we found out about a week and a half ago that I'm Pregnant! I figured a baby-blog might be a good idea for the family so they can follow our progress.
So far: Had our first Dr's appointment. My estimated due date is around September 10th, 2011. So far, baby let's me eat pretty well. I get a little woozy, but at 7 weeks, I still really haven't had much morning sickness (except for taking those terrible pre-natal vitamins!). I will admit, I do have a whole new appreciation for food, especially watermelon (OMG! Best food on the planet!!!) and french-fries (yum!). The Dr. said I should start looking for an OBGYN or a Mid-Wife. I'm still trying to decide which we would prefer. OBGYN's definitely have the medical experience, but will they be as attentive to my wishes as a Mid-wife would? Ah, questions questions! He said I should make an appointment for when I'm about 10 weeks though, so I do still have some time.
Scott has been amazing. Between rubbing me down with shea and cocoa butter to prevent stretch marks, to willingly taking me in the middle of a snowstorm to go get ham and watermelon before he went to work, I really couldn't ask for a better father-to-be. He is very attentive and understanding, and has the good nature to laugh it off when I'm being a little whiny or cranky. :-)
I will try and post once a week, and will start posting belly pics once there is something to actually see. Thanks everyone for the support & well-wishes!
Nicolle
So far: Had our first Dr's appointment. My estimated due date is around September 10th, 2011. So far, baby let's me eat pretty well. I get a little woozy, but at 7 weeks, I still really haven't had much morning sickness (except for taking those terrible pre-natal vitamins!). I will admit, I do have a whole new appreciation for food, especially watermelon (OMG! Best food on the planet!!!) and french-fries (yum!). The Dr. said I should start looking for an OBGYN or a Mid-Wife. I'm still trying to decide which we would prefer. OBGYN's definitely have the medical experience, but will they be as attentive to my wishes as a Mid-wife would? Ah, questions questions! He said I should make an appointment for when I'm about 10 weeks though, so I do still have some time.
Scott has been amazing. Between rubbing me down with shea and cocoa butter to prevent stretch marks, to willingly taking me in the middle of a snowstorm to go get ham and watermelon before he went to work, I really couldn't ask for a better father-to-be. He is very attentive and understanding, and has the good nature to laugh it off when I'm being a little whiny or cranky. :-)
I will try and post once a week, and will start posting belly pics once there is something to actually see. Thanks everyone for the support & well-wishes!
Nicolle
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