This is lovely - I find it really calming that we're all going through the same thing. If you have a pregnancy story to add, keep them coming - it's so interesting to read what other people went through, and to know that this is all normal, or at least has been experienced by someone before.
I've just found out how much time I have to spend with healthcare professionals and it doesn't half seem like a lot. Do they have something different to discuss with you each time? Imagining endless "So, you're still pregnant? Are you taking folic acid? You haven't eaten any blue cheese have you?" conversations!
I managed to successfully hide the fact that I wasn't drinking from my friends, so I'm feeling quite smug about that, and a bit guilty too. Just not quite ready to tell anyone yet. Still getting used to the idea myself. I'm going to try lots of soft drinks and see which I like best. I think I might get quite tired of tea otherwise! I tried tonic water with pomegranite last night and that was yummy. I also seem to have the world's biggest collection of herbal teas, so I might try working my way through that. Don't worry, it's all safe stuff - there isn't any Penny Royal in there, I've heard that Nirvana song...
Thanks for updating my stats, Starlight. I fully meant todothatwhen I posted last time... I must say it's quite nice to have a reason for having a memory like a sieve!
Sorry to hear about your miscarriage, Meglet. How far were you along? Wouldn't it be nice if we could just go into stasis like Lister in Red Dwarf, come out about week 12, and have our scan then?
Allwillberevealed how difficult to have people staying at a time like this! Much as it's nice to have people around, we've really appreciated having a bit of time to get used to the idea. I think that sore boobs is a definite symptom. Have you tried rubbing body lotion or baby oil into them? That worked for me. You're completely right about waiting till next week to go to the doctors, as long as you're not in London, where I understand the midwives and especially the scan people get booked up very quickly. Hope your guests are the helpful type...
One last question, has anyone noticed a difference when they have sex? I seem to need lube now or DH complains of chafing He says he thinks it must be because things are different inside me since I became pregnant? Has anyone else have the same problem or is this one uniquely mine?