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Thanks for finding those sites for me ladies- this is such a good idea!!

Andrea - are you getting little onesies with each month on them for growth pics? Where do you find them? That is such a good idea! I've seen people use block and signs and things but I love the clothing idea!

Congrats Margie!!! You are a trooper!

Quote: Originally Posted by Amymarie Hi Girls, I am having my first AHR 2 weeks after the ceremony in Mexico. I would like to show my wedding video along with a slide show for the guests who weren't able to attend. I will also be putting different pictures on each table from the ceremony. So my question is, how long did it take to receive your photos and video from the resort? Also has anyone done a large picture frame with a collage of photos from their wedding, if so can you post pictures? I may try and have people sign the border of the framed collage as a guest book. Curious what you all think, Amy Hey Amy! We actually got our video before we left - we got married on Saturday and we got to pick it up on Tuesday night (the night before we left)... so we didn't have to worry about shipping and all that.

Quote: Originally Posted by Kat81 I am a super cheapo so I shopped pretty cheap. I got pants at Motherhood maternity, old navy and gap. I got a few shirts at Motherhood maternity as well. I ended up finding some SUPER cute shirts for really cheap at Ross. The one thing I found was that as your belly gets bigger it starts becoming a drop mat. I got stains constantly on my shirts. And I am usually so good about not staining clothes. So, I wouldn't spend TOO much on everyday clothes. Ohhh does Ross have maternity clothes? Or did you just buy bigger?

So I'm beginning to think about clothes (as my pants feel a little tight right now!) - and I was wondering what some of your favs were? Did anyone have a really cute, trendy pair of jeans? I love the leggings look too. I saw this today- LOVE the Isabella Oliver maternity clothes (although expensive! This dress is $179, not too too bad, but I don't want to spend huge money on a maternity wardrobe!)

Quote: Originally Posted by jerzygirl85 I was just wondering about money cards that people may bring to the wedding. Are any of you having a box that people can drop the envelopes in or are you putting someone in charge of collecting them? If someone is collecting them, how will you let your guests know? Most of our guests didn't even bring purses to the ceremony and reception! All of ours mailed gifts/cards before the wedding, so we didn't even think about people bringing them down to Mexico. My grandmother wanted to give us something on our wedding day, but she did that while I was getting ready in my room. I wouldn't worry about it, I don't think that many people would travel to Mexico with those kinds of things

Wow I've missed a lot lately! Kayte- congrats! When is your EDD now, does it change with twins? I think we're only like a week apart Mrs. Martin- Yay!! 2 under 2! You'll have to let us know how it goes, we're leaning toward the same idea... just getting it done before the first one is out of diapers! Yael & Stacey- Good luck ladies! Lots of TTC wishes your way... keep us updated!!

Quote: Originally Posted by CourtneyV It does feel like forever, it's just cruel when they make us mommies to be wait so long! 18 weeks is pretty much the mid-point of the pregnancy! If you do go, it'll be worth it IMO. They didn't tell us much about what they were seeing during the ultrasound anyways, just the cute stuff (look, there's his hand etc) that we wanted to see. A couple of weeks after they sent us a letter in the mail detailing what the ultrasound found, most of it I couldn't understand anyways, but there were some pretty cool stats like the heart rate etc that were in the letter. We're putting the letter and the pics in baby's keepsake box - I think it's pretty neat to look at, and I think she'll find it to be pretty cool to see what her stats were when she was only a little 11 week old fetus! Courtney- Did you have a 3D US done (in your siggy)? Was that expensive? There are some places here that do it, but I haven't really looked at it... when did you do it? Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by SunBride Hi guys! It's been a while since I've been around here. I must be honest and say as time goes on (in a month i'll be celebrating my 2 year wedding anniversary) I'm much less committed than I used to be to updating the thread. It's very time consuming. That being said, I do have all the information saved in a document (all the brides who've posted their dates and other info) and I do hope to find a couple hours really soon to update the bride list and review links. But were your candle holders a lot higher than the flame? I think most brides have said as long as your flame is well protected within the holder (i.e. the flame is a few inches from the top of the candle holder) the wind won't affect it. I thought that a few inches would be enough for the candle to stay lit, but they still didn't - here's a pic-----

Hey ladies!! Thanks for all your encouragement... it turns out everything looks fine! We had our US done and saw a heartbeat and everything =) Now all of my worrying seems silly! We got to tell my parents yesterday, although my mom said she already guessed b/c I didn't offer and wine and wasn't drinking any while I was making dinner - duh! So I finally got to talk to her, and she said she never got sick during pregnancy either... so that made me feel better too... it's not so weird I'm not nauseated or vomiting! Sloan- so exciting everything is going well for you! I was thinking about you on Wednesday. I don't think we'll do the optional birth defect screening b/c even if they found something we wouldn't do anything differently. Keep us updated!

Quote: Originally Posted by dsantos_07 thank you so much for the review!!! Is it easy to find the cenote location? I'm debating about getting a photographer there or bringing mine. how did you get the underwater pictures? Hey girl-- the cenote was probably a 5 minute drive down the highway.... so it was pretty easy to get to (it had billboards and everything). The underwater pictures are only done by certain photogs b/c they have to have all the underwater casings and equipment.

So I was having my first appt and US on March 8th- but after blood tests on Monday they moved it to today! So I am both excited and scared... my hCG was 51,000 and my Prog was 44,000 - which they said is kind of high. The RN said that could mean a few things - my dating is wrong, a molar or ectopic pregnancy, or multiples. So I understand they are just trying to give me options- but when my husband and I looked up numbers I am totally within normal range for 7 weeks! Why would you even say the words ectopic or molar pregnancy to a first time mother?!?! My husband is an ER physician and said that numbers would be in the hundred thousands for molar pregnancy and prog would be low in an ectopic. I am kind of upset with them b/c all I've done is worry and cry the past two days - and I know that's not good for me or the baby! Sorry, I just needed to vent a little bit Sloan I know your appt is today too- can't wait to hear how it went! Happy thoughts your way =)

Just an FYI - I wouldn't count on candles for any kind of light... we had pillar candles inside hurricane glasses and those wouldn't even stay lit (they put dessert plate on top of them, so they were lit but didn't help the "look"... haha). It's just so windy that they just don't stay lit. Exposed candles like tealights would have no chance!

Quote: Originally Posted by Sloan Yay! Congrats to you too! Everything seems normal. If we hadn't been TTC I would have had no clue (except for the obvious lack of period) I don't feel sick, maybe a bit more tired at the end of the day and my boobs are a bit tender but not horrible. When are you guys sharing the big news with people? We keep saying later on, but it may not happen! DH will be the one to let it out before I do. hahah Well I have a serial hCG and progesterone set up for this week, so I'm kind of waiting until then... but my parents are visiting next weekend, and if all this bloodwork turns out okay, there's NO WAY I'll be able to not tell them! I have already of course told my sister and BF, but I figure if someone went wrong I would want them to know that too. My DH is an ER doc and he errs on the side of caution (plus his parents are in CO) - so he is thinking end of 1st Trimester for his side and any other friends, coworkers, etc. I just want to tell everyone =)

Quote: Originally Posted by Sloan OK so I know it's a little early, but I have to blab to someone -- DH and I are pg with our first! Yay! We're only 5 weeks along, so I know anything could happen but its sooooo hard not to tell everyone I see. Obviously we are both very excited. We're planning to wait a little longer maybe 8-10 weeks till we start telling people. He almost let the cat out of the bag at work yesterday. Our parents don't even know yet! I see my family MD on Wednesday for labs and whatever else happens at the first appt. Woo! PS. Kat - your daughter is gorgeous and I love her name! Congrats!! I know exactly how you feel-- you're about a week or so behind me!! We are waiting to tell people (except for my sister and my best friend - I am a bad secret keeper), so it's crazy! Is everything going pretty normally for you at this point? I don't really have much going on but my boobs are getting bigger (and hurting!)... it's nice to have someone in the same boat =)

Quote: Originally Posted by taranyc QUESTION>>> sorry if this is a repeat question. have any of you done custom cups in your welcome bags? were they a hit or not used at all? many brides on the general forums say that they are a great idea, but my fi is not sold. thanks! tt We bought cups (which we still have a ton of because the minimum amount is usually 50!)... and I feel they were a great personalized item... but no one used them at all at the resort. DT doesn't have the issue of using tiny plastic cups like some of the other resorts... they use larger cups so that you don't have to keep running back to the bar. They were a good souvenir of the wedding, but not used at the resort... hope this helps!

Thanks all of you for your responses about the nausea/sickness! It makes me feel better to know it's probably normal I'm not sick yet! I have set up a serial hCG and progesterone blood test, just because I don't think I can wait until March 8th for my first appointment!! Kat your little girl is TOOOO cute!!

Quote: Originally Posted by ~*~Margie~*~ Just stopping in to say hi ladies. I am still preggo, looking like I will make it to my due date after all. Almost had a C on Tuesday this past week because the docs suspected late onset preeclampsia but while I was at the hospital my BP leveled out and they sent me home. I guess with the 30+ inches of snow we got here last week it was a good thing I didn't have to try to rush to the hospital : ) So I am just sitting at home, on leave from work already and waiting. I scheduled a C for a week after my due date just in case. So, if Shayne decides not to arrive on his own, then he will be welcomed into the world via C on 2/22. Good news is I am almost finished the nursery with all the time on my hands. Hope everyone else is doing well. I'll be sure to check in. Congrats Margie, that's so exciting! Are you going to post some pics of your nursery?? I know we'd all LOVE to see them =)

Quote: Originally Posted by MnM2Mexico awesome review- thx so much! I love your flowers-- they didn't have anything like that in the brochure of flowers anabel sent me to choose from-- did you make a special request for those? And was there an additional charge? great pics!! They weren't in the brochure - but a lot of things I requested weren't. All I did was put a description and pictures of everything I wanted on my "Planning Form" (they will send it to you to complete about a month before your wedding - asking what you want for flowers, cake, etc.). My best advice is a very detailed planning form (along with pictures) and print it out before you go. I didn't pay extra for the flowers or anything like that. Good luck planning!

Quote: Originally Posted by nbills511 wow...this is one of the best planning threads I've come across! Thank you so much for sharing all of your ideas and templates....they are going to be very useful in my planning!! Congratulations on a gorgeous wedding as well! I'm from Charlotte, NC and we head down to Charleston all the time!! Heading there next month for the cooper river bridge run!! Such a great city Thank you! I'm just trying to help everyone as much as I've been helped! Good luck with the Bridge Run! We have a lot of friends coming in to town for it too - we'll be in Italy this year so we won't be able to enjoy it... but I think Italy's a pretty good alternative haha

Quote: Originally Posted by taranyc Photos (link): my save the date and florida engagment photos...taking nyc engagement photos in april. whoops...here is that link. engagment photos pictures by ttorricelli - Photobucket xo, t I LOVE your pictures and your STD!! How cute!

Quote: Originally Posted by AchiCAp0547 hmmm... so... Aurora emailed me today and said that"We would like to offer you the Relax Pool Terrace for your Reception dinner this location is more private and Elegant and perfect because you will have music please see the pictures in the attachment and confirm me that you want to get it." I thought I wanted the dolphin pool, uhhh so I guess now I'll have the relax pool, HAHAHA. Is there enough light at the relaxed pool for a night reception?!? hmm... seems not so much. I guess I'll have to buy candles or something! Haha that's so funny because that is the same exact email except mine was to offer me the Dolphin Pool... they must use all the same wording! If you still want the Dolphin pool I would still pursue it - honestly they probably gave it to someone else and they're trying to make the relax pool sound better to you. When we were there, I had originally wanted the relax pool but after I saw some receptions it was way too dark, far away from any bathroom or bar, etc. But it's all personal preference!

Quote: Originally Posted by jerzygirl85 I know that the wedding guide mentions that a 10% tax and 15% tip will be charged on the reception dinner. Does anyone know if that tip is for the WC or is it for the waiters? Did anyone or is anyone planning on tipping the WC separately? I most likely will tip the WC separately, but how much is enough? We gave Anabel a small Bath & Body Works gift and then $40 at our first meeting with her - she did such a phenomenal job that my parents tipped her $50 at the reception. I think it's whatever you want to do, they work hard regardless of if you tip... but the time and sweat put into each wedding they do (sometimes with 3 a day!) is amazing, and I don't know when they even get to see their families or even eat!

Quote: Originally Posted by taranyc I love your planning thread and your wedding was absolutely beautiful....thank you for sharing! Where did you get the boxes that the first aid stuff was in? thank you, tara Tara - they are usually in the travel-size product area (I found them in Target and Walmart in that area). I've also seen them at the Dollar Tree. Hope you find them - they're .99 each and already have the bandaids, alcohol wipes, etc. in them!