MEME Tag

I got memed (Thank you 4 Time Father) at the time we lost our first pregnancy, May 26.

We are very excited to be expecting again. I can not believe that we are at week 13 already. I have not been posting because of the loss and decided to start posting after we passed the first trimester.

Well back to this meme thing. I had no idea what it meant at the time but here it is. What happens is that I got tagged from Thank you 4 Time Father. I need to then follow these Eight Rules:

• Each player must post these rules to begin the meme.
• Each player starts with eight random facts or habits about themselves.
• People who get tagged must blog about their eight things and post these rules.
  
• At the end of your blog, you need to choose eight people to get tagged and list their names.
• Don’t forget to leave them a comment telling them they’re tagged, and to read your blog.

• We lost our first pregnancy at roughly 13 weeks. That is where we are at right now and everything is looking good so far.
  
• I love watching football, especially the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
• Both me and my wife are teachers.
  
• I was introduced to blogging last year and enjoy communicating with people about technology and the excitement about pregnancy.
• In my spare time I love to travel and spending time with family/friends.
• I consider myself to be a lifelong learner and am always searching for ways to expand my knowledge.
• I enjoy coaching and officiating. I like to give back all of the support that I was given as a child.
• In April we will be parents for the first time. It is a little scary but we are learning as much as we can. Feel free to leave any suggestions for us.

1 New Baby Blog
People I am tagging.

Beagles & Babies
Tortoise Tales
AskMeanMom
Blogtography
The Heidinger's
Mummy Yiau, Dillon
Pregnancy, Parenthood and Career
My Pregnancy

Taming Heartburn

The information below is from Pregnancy Weekly. They send out information each week. On the topic what have you tried to avoid or cure heartburn? I guess that we are trying to be proactive before this happens. We do have some time before the third trimester.

Heartburn is a common complaint from pregnant women (especially during the third trimester) even those who have never experienced it before. Heartburn and indigestion are caused by your growing baby putting pressure on your intestines and stomach, causing the contents to be pushed back up into your esophagus. Here are some ways to quell the burn:

• Eat small meals throughout the day instead of three larger meals
• Eat slowly and chew well
• Avoid lying down after eating
• Wear loose clothing, especially around your waist, to reduce pressure on your stomach
• Avoid spicy or fatty foods
• Bake or broil your food instead of frying it
• Avoid carbonated sodas and caffeinated beverages

If you do experience heartburn try the following natural remedies:

• Eat yogurt or drink a glass of milk
• Add a tablespoon of honey in a cup of warm milk

Week 13

I got the information below from American Baby Magazine Online.

The post talks about what is happening at week 13. I can not believe that we are this far along. For those of you that have been through this what can we look forward to?

Despite its solid feel, bone is living tissue. As your baby's bones and muscles grow, ossification is taking place. Minerals are added and cartilage is replaced. You're probably feeling more grounded, and steady, too. If you're not feeling peachy yet, you will soon.

Your Baby

Vocal cords are forming in your child's larynx, but no sound comes out because your baby is surrounded by fluid and not air. The nervous system and muscles are practicing the coordination of certain movements, such as bending the wrist, grabbing, and making a fist. The digestive tract is testing its ability to contract and push food through.

Your Body

Your uterus is starting to fill your pelvis and expand up into your abdomen. You may get headaches, or feel faint or dizzy at times. There are increased vaginal secretions. Drink plenty of fluids. Avoid very hot baths, saunas and hot tub.


Your Self

You have to feel good to look good. To promote a sense of contentment and well-being, wear clothing that's stylish yet comfortable. Don't forget to accessorize.

Your Partner

Take your mate out on a date, or stay in for a cozy night at home. Flirt like mad, feed each other, and revel in all things quirky. Bust out your albums of baby pictures. Look at old school photos. Play a board game. Serve low-brow fare like chicken nuggets and macaroni and cheese on your best china, or spell out each other's names with stick-on glow-in-the-dark stars. Don't forget dessert and candles or a romantic flick for when you turn out the lights.

News

It has been such a long time since my last post. We have been holding on to some great news. We are expecting again! It has been over 12 weeks and we had an ultrasound this past week. We were able to even see the arms and feet moving. The heart beat is also amazing. I will be posting some pictures latter this week. We are back and sure excited, especially after our loss!

Powerful Pregnancy Report

I came across the link below that answered some questions about getting pregnant. Try it our for yourself and let me know how it worked for you. Just click on the link or picture below.

• Why you haven't been able to get pregnant, even after two years of trying.
• How to increase your fertility, naturally.
• What sorts of foods you should and shouldn't eat while trying to get pregnant.
• What time of the menstrual cycle is the ideal time to try.
• How long it will take for you to conceive.
• Popular myths about infertility, exposed!
• And much, much more.
  

Click Here!

Decisions

When we first got pregnant we went to the doctor to make sure that everything was fine. He first got us to both do blood work. We did not hear anything back from the results of our blood work, so we assumed that everything was fine. Well, that was potentially a bad mistake. After we found out that our baby had no heart beat, after 13 weeks, we also found out that we had non-compatible blood types. We were told that this did not cause us to lose our baby but my wife was given WinRho right away as our blood types did not match. We did a lot of reading online and we were both scared that having two different blood types could have made her infertile. When we went back to the doctor he told us that everything is fine and that we should be able to get pregnant again. We are both hoping that his happens soon. Please make sure to share any stories similar to this with us.

Back Again

It has been over a month since my last post. Losing our first baby to a miscarriage was a truly difficult experience. We are both still trying to get past this, realizing that we will never fully get over this loss. We have both been doing some reading and talking with others that have had a similar experience to us. It was quit shocking for me to find out how many couples go through a loss. If you are interested, please share your experiences. We are at the point where we would like to try again. We are staying positive, especially after reading, 'The Secret.' Please feel free to offer us any advice!