tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post2450388360228009800..comments2023-10-31T04:33:30.335-06:00Comments on The Life of Bon: PREGNANCY: 25 WEEKS INbonbonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13580532603443802313noreply@blogger.comBlogger91125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-3394083993867111402014-04-21T21:23:30.563-06:002014-04-21T21:23:30.563-06:00I have a common name just spelled a unique way. S...I have a common name just spelled a unique way. Sometimes I complain about it, but overall I like knowing who my real friends are. So maybe consider something like that?Chrystina Noelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08725384101485588673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-45079008865610876392014-04-21T20:30:29.343-06:002014-04-21T20:30:29.343-06:00My husband and I just got home yesterday from a tr...My husband and I just got home yesterday from a trip to Europe, and I'm at 30 weeks. People (my MIL) also expressed their disapproval of us going so far away in the third trimester, but everything was totally fine! The only things I will say is that walking around a lot definitely made me more tired than it used to and the airplane ride was AWFUL just because my abs and back aren't comfortable when I sit down. But seriously, you'll have the best time! We had an absolute blast and I'm SOOOO glad I didn't listen to anyone other than my midwife!Lisa @ Naptime Chaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10661999435893416022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-18040554672676720202014-04-18T13:59:11.047-06:002014-04-18T13:59:11.047-06:00People say the most ridiculous things to pregnant ...People say the most ridiculous things to pregnant woman. I'm not sure what it is that makes people feel as though when you are with child you are in need of so much unsolicited advice. <br /><br />Naming a baby is SO hard, especially for a teacher, and honestly I think it's a million times harder for a girl. I have a six month old daughter and we were in the hospital choosing her name because we could not decide between two. It came down to Noelle and Caroline and we went with Noelle, which was my husband's choice. I was torn as I had a Noelia and a Carolina in my class at school, go figure. <br /><br />I have a friend who named their daughter Cora. I thought it was so pretty and such a different yet still classic feeling name. No matter what you choose, it will be perfect! <br /><br />Also, if it helps, we chose not to share our final choices because so many people were telling us what to name the baby so we cut them off! No name for you until she's here! :) I think that's why a lot of people are doing that now.Sarah https://www.blogger.com/profile/00026215963407782034noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-69585042826308275722014-04-18T07:30:43.148-06:002014-04-18T07:30:43.148-06:00You always make me laugh! I love your fresh look ...You always make me laugh! I love your fresh look at pregnancy...it's been 8 years since I was in that boat, and while I don't miss it, I enjoy hearing your stories. :)<br /><br />Good luck with the names...I know you'll find the perfect one!That Loud Redheadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01975412818556643713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-37257089359075111862014-04-16T23:30:05.604-06:002014-04-16T23:30:05.604-06:00I love the names you're tossing around!! Here ...I love the names you're tossing around!! Here was our list: Victoria, Penelope, Anna, Caroline, Josephine, Olivia, Alexandra. And probably some more... We ended up with Penelope "Penny" Ann. And she wasn't named until she was 12 hours old... so you got time.Chantalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09543581308363689982noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-87033320756506583912014-04-16T18:42:41.293-06:002014-04-16T18:42:41.293-06:00It is ok to travel!!! My last road trip was at 38...It is ok to travel!!! My last road trip was at 38 weeks. I hadn't dilated any so the doc said it was ok, but not recommended. I and the baby did fine. You know your body, listen to it and trust it.<br /><br />Treating your child like an adult and talking to them in a normal voice and not a baby voice has really worked with my children. I did this naturally because it felt right (didn't read a book). My children 10 and 8 are very accelerated in their academics and adults always comment on my children's maturity and manners. But, they still relate to children their age and play very well with their pears. I allow them to be children, but also allow them freedom to make choices and experience consequences (the next step to this type of parenting). Again, do what seams right and natural to you. I just wanted to mention this to you as maybe a conformation.<br /><br />You will be a great mother no matter what you choose to do. You have a great heart. The rest will fall into place :)Little Loveyshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10082959379445289025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-60612481973508906522014-04-16T15:25:21.663-06:002014-04-16T15:25:21.663-06:00Naming is the absolute hardest over here!! My husb...Naming is the absolute hardest over here!! My husband nixed all names that I threw out for our son, so by default I went with Declan (his top choice) and it took me a long time to come to grips with that and really love it (which I totally do now). So with our daughter we really didn't talk with too many people about it, though I couldn't keep it fully a secret, and we didn't fully decide until she was here. I had a similar criteria list as yours, though I did want it to be much less common but still a name. We went with Mina Sybil, but we call he Sybil or Sybi. Mina (pronounced My-na) is my mom's name and has been in the family for ages. Other names I loved were Hattie, Sloane, Cora (sounds like that one is popular now!), and Tessa. But Sybil just grew on us and then we couldn't imagine anything but and I couldn't be happier. No regrets this time 'round!Christina @ The Murrayed Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08845997868835876006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-34512372532942570202014-04-15T18:10:25.764-06:002014-04-15T18:10:25.764-06:00My friend Jocey doesn't reveal the baby name t...My friend Jocey doesn't reveal the baby name to anyone until the baby is born (even parents/inlaws) that way no one gets to complain about/make fun of/think they have a say in it.Chelsea girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07554338737568988620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-62374325441607869712014-04-15T15:57:15.531-06:002014-04-15T15:57:15.531-06:00Love the name Ellie and Nora is super sweet too! I...Love the name Ellie and Nora is super sweet too! I think when she arrives you'll know exactly what to name her ;)<br /><br />guesswhathollie.blogspot.co.ukHollie:)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01125574195549109849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-61238369019651755562014-04-15T14:46:18.269-06:002014-04-15T14:46:18.269-06:00My husband and I are expecting our second and your...My husband and I are expecting our second and your requirements for names sound pretty similar so I'll share some of the ones on our list. Since I don't know you in real life, I don't mind if you use one! <br /><br />Harper<br />Annabel<br />June<br />Piper<br />Olivia/Olive<br />Lila/Lyla<br />Hazel<br />Sadie<br />Elle<br />Finley<br />Hadley<br />Norah<br />Willow/Willa<br />Eliza<br />Haven<br />Ivy<br />Everly<br />Love (as a middle name)<br /><br />As for the back ache, I've found it helps to prop a pillow under your belly it relieves some of the strain on your back. Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09230105177056131496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-53816824691968505822014-04-15T12:35:09.900-06:002014-04-15T12:35:09.900-06:00Oh and the name thing: Your criteria is a bit diff...Oh and the name thing: Your criteria is a bit different than mine [I don't like weird spellings either, or trendy names, or ones on the top one-hundred, but I like more masculine names for girls like Flannery, or Elliot, or Blaire --my husband vetoed all those for us though]. But I have always loved the feminine name NELLIE or even just NELLE [like Nelle Harper Lee!]. kelseylynaehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06358560627942199725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-13590108497035450442014-04-15T12:31:13.100-06:002014-04-15T12:31:13.100-06:00Oh pregnancy.
Here is my two cents:
- I think I c...Oh pregnancy. <br />Here is my two cents:<br />- I think I could have totally travelled at 36 weeks with my first pregnancy. This one? HA. I'm 37 right now and I consider it "traveling" to make it to the living room from the bedroom. Just feels totally different this time. Every pregnancy is different. I would say the bike this is probably dreaming a bit, but it's AMSTER-frickin- DAM! I maybe would sign up for a whole bike shindig, but maybe renting one and just doing what you can so you can say you did would be a better option? <br />- Names. With our first we knew instantly it would be Blythe. But then about a week away from having her I kind of panicked. Ha. With this one we picked one early, but I've just been more hesitant in general because I loved Blythe so much and want this one to be as perfect. :). We haven't shared names either time, and I have really liked doing it that way even though it's hard. It leaves one more little surprise to share with others after delivery, plus people are much less likely to give you their opinion once they know your kid is stuck with it :). <br />-Stretch marks- I've always heard you're gonna get em if you're gonna get em and there isn't much you can really do. I've been fortunate with both of mine [so far], and I don't even use any lotion [I probably should?]. I think it's just how you carry/how quickly the baby grows/ genetics etc etc. I wouldn't worry too much about them. <br />-lastly- my doc gave me a list of meds I can take that are safe [for all sorts of different ailments]. I'd just ask for one at your next appointment. :) <br /><br />Enjoy pregnancy. As much as you'll be ready for the baby, it was a bittersweet end for me when Blythe came because there is something so intimate about pregnancy. [And I'm trying to tell myself that now as I waddle around with number two scheduled to arrive any day.] <br />kelseylynaehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06358560627942199725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-50169215517213306842014-04-15T08:13:51.771-06:002014-04-15T08:13:51.771-06:00Baby names can be tough! I have a Ruby... it's...Baby names can be tough! I have a Ruby... it's classic, vintage, spunky and common but not over-used! I could also suggest Lena? lol I always liked my name, and I was usually the only Lena around... Helena is another old-fashioned, pretty name! Good luck!Lena B, Actuallyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00703427754957438259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-54922993462839532732014-04-15T02:38:49.925-06:002014-04-15T02:38:49.925-06:00Ohhhh, I love this! We have an Ella and I'm j...Ohhhh, I love this! We have an Ella and I'm just now regretting not making her full name "Elliott". So pretty.Nycolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01442861742816500394noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-66311164281316902382014-04-14T23:49:41.819-06:002014-04-14T23:49:41.819-06:00Prenatal yoga DVDs were awesome for the aches &...Prenatal yoga DVDs were awesome for the aches & pains. Palmers cocoa butter for itchiness but I still got a few stretch marks. I never knew they were there until a couple weeks after going birth. Claritin or Benadryl are safe for sure but always tell your doc first. <br />Names, oh gosh. Definitely keep to yourself. Our sons name was easy for us but picking a girls name was HARD. I love nicknames so that's always at the forefront for me. Ruby, June, Celia, Tatum, Carolina were some strong contenders for us. Enjoy your trip! I did 3 days of Disneyland with 3 kids under 6 at 8 months and had a great time. Just listen to your body. Jess @ Mae, Mama, Mommy, Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02843156740655357848noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-56330134129297163152014-04-14T23:00:44.379-06:002014-04-14T23:00:44.379-06:00Ellie and Nora are both cute. What if you mixed th...Ellie and Nora are both cute. What if you mixed them...Eleanor...Eleanora? Then she could go by Ellie or Nora as a nickname! Problem solved. ;)Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16385244653349241041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-37695625466966519732014-04-14T22:59:32.985-06:002014-04-14T22:59:32.985-06:00A name that is definitely not on the 100's lis...A name that is definitely not on the 100's list is my great-grandmothers name, Zelma. It's a name I have considered a few times. Although with a last name like Cabibi, it might be a little hard to spit out. Haha. jessicaashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05394681182982934170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-90682032357376607362014-04-14T21:06:30.851-06:002014-04-14T21:06:30.851-06:00I just got done reading The Moon and More by Sarah...I just got done reading The Moon and More by Sarah Dessen (LOVE Sarah Dessen!!) and the main character's name is Emmeline. I thought it was unique and classic at the same time. Good luck! <br /><br />Erin Lacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08572764676920255075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-36169856363285178612014-04-14T20:24:36.685-06:002014-04-14T20:24:36.685-06:00And yes, our daughter's name is really GATES! ...And yes, our daughter's name is really GATES! She rocks it too! It fits her to a tee!<br /><br />The cool thing about different names.....our kids have always been very popular and known for their names! It's awesome to be a "little" different.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-51105224008736757542014-04-14T20:24:15.862-06:002014-04-14T20:24:15.862-06:00Try putting a thinner pillow under your belly alo...Try putting a thinner pillow under your belly along your body in addition to between your legs. Eventually I resorted to also having one behind my back so I could lay at angle. My husband hated all the pillows everywhere, but it's hard work growing a human!Stephanie Dekkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06671445320956669344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-8139013462100023722014-04-14T20:22:23.964-06:002014-04-14T20:22:23.964-06:00Oh I loooooove baby names!!! My punks are all in ...Oh I loooooove baby names!!! My punks are all in college and each have a little different name than the norm.<br />Son - Gavin Lee (Lee is my hubby's middle name too)<br />Daughter - Allyanne (her given name, Alexandria Paige) We just called her Ally or Allyanne<br />Daughter - Gates Morgan (Morgan was a family name)<br /><br />I love a few cute girl names that you might already know...<br /><br />Jules<br />Cessley<br />Nola<br />Noelle<br />Nolan (I dated a guy who's brother named their little girl this because another brother's name was Noel)<br />Keller<br />Mia<br />Sydney & Jordyn are a bit popular but still sort of normal. Trying to avoid Apple or Blue Ivy. hehe<br />Blaze<br />Brynn<br />Greylynn (I have a cousin named this)<br /><br />I could go on....but I'll stop! Goodluck!<br />Oh and don't listen to all the name haters! They will drive you crazy. It's your baby. Name it what feels best to you!<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-66985195903411512262014-04-14T19:40:16.695-06:002014-04-14T19:40:16.695-06:00Brunhilda
Drusilla
Ethelene
Beulah
Benedicta
Horte...Brunhilda<br />Drusilla<br />Ethelene<br />Beulah<br />Benedicta<br />Hortense<br /><br />Just kidding! I've always loved Rosamunde (Rosa or Rose for short), Victoria (VIctoria for short) and Cora. Seraphina is pretty (Sara for short) and I also love Adele but since your last name starts with an L, that's probably not a great idea. Also Celeste and Vivienne and Evangeline (Lily for short, might be too many Ls in that name). I can't have children unfortunately so don't worry, I won't be using any of these. Good luck with picking a name! If all else fails, you can wait til you see her Or pull a Picabo Street and call her "Baby Girl" until you're forced to pick a name for a passport. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-58248673719140994192014-04-14T19:34:34.841-06:002014-04-14T19:34:34.841-06:00I love love love Eleanor. It's on our short l...I love love love Eleanor. It's on our short list. I'm thinking it's a little too long for my taste, but it's so beautiful! I would definitely approve. I don't think you can go wrong with a classic name as long as it has a classic spelling.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07447494260073962478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-55741492744585273352014-04-14T19:31:53.107-06:002014-04-14T19:31:53.107-06:00Katrina, Victoria, Sophia, Emilia? Katrina, Victoria, Sophia, Emilia? Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01982385523541110576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22472965.post-61224663185113429342014-04-14T19:26:01.291-06:002014-04-14T19:26:01.291-06:00p.s. if your interested in sleep training or sleep...p.s. if your interested in sleep training or sleeping. I read 12 hours sleep by 12 weeks old and used this method with ALL 3 of my kids... and I am not lying when I saw my oldest was slewping 8 pm to 7 am by 12 weeks, my middle who was born 5 weeks early and colicy was sleeping 8pm to 7 am by 10 weeks, and my youngest was sleeping 9pm to 8 am by 11 weeks. <br /><br />It is hard work and you will feel like you are sleeping less than ever while "training" but it will work. This is not a cry it out method and worth looking into. <br /><br />Sleep training is not for everyone...so no worries if it isnt your thing :) <br /><br />ok that is it...my only un-asked for parenting advise! I feel the need to tell every pregnant person I know about that book...so sorry in advance if you tired of info being thrown at you! The Olive Tree Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13480207748236952289noreply@blogger.com