Is anyone pregnant?

[roseskid]

Not many people that I know are busom buddies with their siblings now, why would death change things?

So true. The minute my sister (who is older than me) graduated college, she moved far away, and has made only occassional, sporadic visits in the past 30 years. As it stands now, sadly I haven't seen or talked to her (I've tried) in the four years since my mother passed away. We were never close growing up, and have virtually nothing in common, but I'd still like to be able to be in contact with her. But there are no sure things when it comes to siblings. My best friend of over 30 years, is the sister I found along the road of life, and I'm grateful she's a part of my world.

We have just one child, and although it wouldn't have been my first choice, simply because I wanted lots of kids, it's the way things worked out, and we're doing just fine.

[marybethp]

We have just one child, and although it wouldn't have been my first choice, simply because I wanted lots of kids, it's the way things worked out, and we're doing just fine.

That's how I feel now. I still have the ache for another child, but I don't believe it's going to happen and I've come to terms with it. At the same time, our life is pretty cool right now and my kid is awesome, so I have a lot to be thankful for I will admit it took me awhile to feel this way though.

Although I could disagree about being buddies with your siblings. I'm the youngest of 9 and although there are 16 years between the oldest and me, we all have a great relationship and treasure the times we can spend together. We have grown closer through the years instead of apart, even though some are West Coasters and most are East Coasters. Lots of in our family. Again, I'm very thankful.

[Muduh]

I'm glad that you have a loving family. I was one of nine kids. Only three of us are still living. Two died before I was born. I am the youngest and my oldest sister and another sister and I are all who are left. We enjoy seeing each other and if one of us needed the others, we'd be there but we haven't all lived in the same city in close to fifty years so we aren't extremely close. If I truly needed someone, I doubt that I'd call one of them. I have close friends who live close enough to be by my side in a matter of minutes. I guess my point is, siblings are great, but you probably won't miss what you never had.

[karna68]

laptops aren't recommended for expectant mommies Phat

Why is that Duxxy? I use a laptop sometimes

[AJane]

Your daughter will be lonely

That's hilarious, considering her mommy runs a daycare in her home.

There's no making some people happy. My MIL gave me a hard time because we *only* had two. I imagine that sounds scanty to her as she is one of 14 children - my husband has 39 first cousins (and they're still coming - the latest one was born in February). You don't want to know what Christmas is like at her house.

[go trees!]

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My friend told me I was selfish for only having one because when hubby and I die my daughter will be all alone! grrrrrr I'm getting ticked just typing this stuff.
MYOB and everyone will be happy!

You should tell your friend that the world is overpopulated, and by having just one child between two people, you are helping the cause. Also, not that I have anything against having many children, having more than two children is much more selfish than having just one.

[applesauce]

Also, not that I have anything against having many children, having more than two children is much more selfish than having just one.

Then I guess I am much, much more selfish for having three.

[applesauce]

As you all know, I have been expecting my third child due early July. We had a rather unexpected arrival last week. My placenta completely detached from the unterine wall and I had to go in for an emergency c-section. I had a girl and she weighed in at just over 3 lbs. She was 7 weeks early.

She is currently in the Level III NICU at a wonderful children's hospital near our home. We are fortunate to have such great care close by. She is getting stronger each day but does have a few issues that are fairly common in babies of her gestational age. She will be in the hospital for several weeks but I know that she is in good hands. We have been visiting her several times a day and are enjoying getting to know her even though the circumstances aren't what we had planned. She is proving to have quite a temper which I think is a good thing given her situation.

My two older kids went and made her a teddy bear at the "Build a Bear" shop and they are very excited to take it in to her tomorrow. They have been amazingly relaxed during this transition and my son can't wait until the baby is big enough and healthy enough for him to hold.

I will keep you posted on her progress over the next few weeks. I hope you all are doing well. I have missed checking in on this thread over the past week and will catch up on all the happenings as time allows. Take care.

[FinallyHere]

Congrats on your new arrival Applesauce. I wish the best for you and your family especially the littlest one.

[marybethp]

APPLESAUCE!!! Congratulations on the arrival of your beautiful baby girl. All the prayers in the world while she's in NICU. I'm sure the nurses are wonderful and they will make sure your boo is ready to come home soon! You'll hear a million stories I'm sure, but one of my best friend's sons was born at 33 weeks and after strengtening his lungs, he came home perfectly healthy and now he's an obnoxious 7 year old . I can't wait to hear about her homecoming

I'm so happy for you Applesauce. I hope you can get some rest too! You've been through a lot physically AND emotionally