Royal Jelly Smoothie!

So, Friday I skipped my Royal Jelly dose, partly because I was in a hurry, and because I'm having an issue with the taste. I finally tried it in a smoothie, and yum! I have one of those "mini-blenders" that I can put just enough for one. So I throw in a few of may favorite fruits, a few cubes of ice, a spoon of peanut butter and almond milk. Yum! Of course, if you're smart and have frozen fruit, you can skip the ice! I think I'll love taking my RJ this way!

Otherwise, I've been having a huge rise in hormonal symptoms during my period. Breast tenderness, cramping, bloating, fatigue, etc....but as soon as my period stopped, I started feeling so much better! Perhaps this is just my body regulating on the Bee Fertile supplements and RJ, but I hope it stays stable. I've been riding the TTC rollercoaster so long, and I'd just like it to have a few less rises and dips.

Right now, CD5/6, period is gone and gearing up to ovulate. Will also use my CBEFM and maybe give the Sperm Meets Egg plan another shot!


Disclaimer: These supplements were provided to me at no cost, but all opinions are my own. Believe me, I will give you the good, bad, and in-between with an unvarnished eye.

Over-the-Counter (OTC) Drugs that are safe in Pregnancy

When I was last at my Doc's office a while ago I had asked about an OTC cold medicine that may be safe during pregnancy. He conveniently provided a list of OTCs safe in pregnancy.

Here's the list and text in it's entirety:

The following OTC drugs are generally considered safe to use during pregnancy, but should be used for a limited time. Please call your provider's office if you have questions:


Pain Control
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
   Not in weeks 1-12 or after 34 weeks, unless prescribed by provider.  
   After 12 weeks, up to 600mg every 6 hours for 24 hours; then, must discuss usage with your 
  provider.
Any Cough Drops/Throat Sprays OK

Antacids/Digestive Aids
Tums
Gas-X
Maalox
Mylanta
Pepcid Complete

Anti-Diarrheal Preparations
Immodium AD

Laxatives
Fibercon
Metamucil
Cirtucel
Milk of Magnesia
Colace/Pericolace (Stool Softener)

Decongestants/Allergy
Sudafed (Psuedoephedrine) After 12 weeks
Benadryl (Diphenhydramine)
Chlor-Trimeton (Chlopheniramine)
Ocean Nasal Spray
Claritin (Loratadine)

Combination Drugs (Do NOT take Tylenol with these)
Tylenol Cold (Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Psuedophedrine) After 12 weeks
Theraflu  (Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Psuedoephedrine, Chlorpheniramine)  After 12 weeks
Comtrex (Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Psuedophedrine)  After 12 weeks


Cough Preparations
Robitussin DM (Dextromethorphan)
Robitussin (Guaifensin)

Hemorrhoids
Anusol HC
Tucks
Preparation H

Anti-Nausea Aids
Vitamin B6
Ginger Tea (In moderation)
Raspberry Leaf Tea (some debate on this one)

Doxy-B Regimen for Morning Sickness
1/2 Unisom Tablet and 1 Vitamin B6 100 mg in AM
1/2 Unisom Tablet and 1 Vitamin B6 100 mg in PM
1    Unisom Tablet and 1 Vitamin B6 100 mg at Bedtime

And the results are....

Here is my ticker for Pregnology:

Make a pregnancy ticker

Today I felt different. My temp kept going up, which was a good sign and I woke up feeling like I'd been punched in the stomach. So, I got up and decided to test again. And I saw the faintiest faintest of lines.



It was so exciting, but I had to know for sure. I told DH that I could be, but he's so used to me getting excited over *might* be pregnant that he was in disbelief. So I waited til he left and took the digi...this is it



I was so happy excited I started hyperventilated a bit. It was kind of a combo of crying and laughing. So I texted the pic to DH saying, Suck on this Baba! I was still a little peeved because he also insists on being in the WAITING ROOM during the delivery. Lily-livered weakling. I think he'll come around.

But he's very excited now. He came home and gave me the biggest hug ever! I can tell he's happy, he won't let me eat diet food and won't let me lift anything. (((eyeroll)))

Anyway, I'm hoping for stickyvibes and a sticky little bean