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When's the best time to get pregnant? Use our interactive ovulation calculator to work out when you're most fertile and most likely to conceive.

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Can you see it too?

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Greenbks · 05/01/2021 13:43

Husband and I have had various losses the last almost two years. Last year we had our baby boy prematurely and heartbreakingly died an hour after he was born. Since then we have been trying unsuccessfully- some months, I think through the grief I would make myself believe that there was a line.

I’m 8 days post ovulation today and I think I can see a vvv faint pink line that came within the ‘window’.

I don’t want to tell my husband and get his hopes up bcos I’m scared that I’ve got line eyes. I am feeling a little rough which prompted me to take the test so maybe I am pregnant?

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sykadelic · 08/07/2021 14:39

How did your family react? Obviously pleased but when you told them you were 24 weeks? That must have relieved some stress for all of you!

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Greenbks · 07/07/2021 15:16

Thank you! Everything is going well! I’m almost 30
Weeks

I have cholestasis so may need to be induced early but the call will be made closer to 34/35 weeks. Will also need to book the stitch removal soon- just trying to stay positive and think it’s one step closer to meeting the little one.

At some point I also need to organise house and basic baby stuff. I’ve been so focused on medical procedures and appointments that now I need to get some practical stuff done & I can actually start thinking about bringing a baby home!

Thanks for all the support. X

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Slatkater · 15/06/2021 08:53

Hope things are going well for you.

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Greenbks · 23/05/2021 16:45

Thank you! The scan didn’t go too well, baby is fine but cervix was measuring 21.3mm so a further reduction and we decided to go ahead and get a cervical suture. Got that done on Friday, we were there for over 14 hours and it was a tough day but everything went well and I am now at home healing and resting. I almost never went ahead with the procedure after hearing another woman who had the same procedure done as me, have the emergency buzzer pressed by the midwife 3 times bcos her bp and heart rate dropped dangerously low. Midwife then popped her head round our area and said I know that must've been very scary to hear but it’s very unusual so please don’t worry. Thankfully the lady was ok in the end but kept in overnight.

I’ve got yet another infection so am on low dose antibiotics for the rest of the pregnancy to prevent any further infections but will still be proactive and check for infections on a weekly basis.

Our next cervical scan is in three weeks, just hope it goes well. I’m almost 24 weeks and will be so so relieved once I get to it bcos then there is a chance for our little girl.

We told family on before the procedure and they were all surprised at how far along I was and very happy.

Counting down the days to 24 weeks!

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raspberryjamlove · 20/05/2021 08:31

Hope the scan went well op Smile really happy for you x

NotSorry · 20/05/2021 08:06

Oh so glad you updated - this thread has been in my watched threads. Hope it continues to go well for you Flowers

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Greenbks · 14/05/2021 19:38

Another update for those who wanted one. I am currently 22 weeks pregnant (eek)!

It’s been a bloody rollercoaster of emotions and so many hospital visits. I’m under the care of a pre term birth clinic and my cervix has been measuring 28mm up until this week when I got a measurement of 24.6mm which is under the 25mm they recommend a cervix should be before a stitch should be considered. I have another scan on Monday so I should know more then, I just hope it hasn’t shortened any further. I’ve had two urine infections which only become symptomatic when I have period like cramps, so the dr said it may have been bcos of the infections my cervix has changed/been affected. I have been so aware of my hygiene, washing constantly, wiping door handles, taps etc and hope not to get one again and the cramps are frightening. They have said that I may just be prone to them in pregnancy and if I get one again I will be put on low dose anTibiotics for the remainder of the pregnancy. I am counting down the days to when I can hopefully reach 24 weeks and breathe a little easier and maybe become excited about having a baby.

We are going to tell family when I’m 23/24 weeks so I can’t wait. Can’t believe we’ve kept it a secret for so long, I’m glad we did bcos it’s been so tough emotionally that I don’t think I could have coped with updating ppl on every MAU visit or weekly cervix scan etc.

just hope the scan goes well on Monday and no intervention is needed.

Thank you all so much for the well wishes, I’ve read them at my lowest points and have felt so much love and wanted to get to a good(ish) place before updating on here.

❤️❤️

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Jeds55 · 16/03/2021 10:45

Lovely update. Wishing you all the best.

S111n20 · 16/03/2021 10:24

Wishing you all the luck in the world you deserve this xxxx

Slatkater · 16/03/2021 10:24

Good luck. Hope it all goes smoothly for you. And in 6 months time you are changing dirty nappies! Smile

Mumwithapub · 16/03/2021 10:12

Be careful with some of the "we can predict x amount of days before your period is due" when I fell pregnant I tested every day from 5 days before due day all negative but day after period due a positive test. Good luck.

vivariumvivariumsvivaria · 16/03/2021 10:08

If you are undecided about the stitch you need to have more information. Have another chat with your midwife, they'll be happy to talk through pros and cons.

Am very pleased for you. Lovely news. Keep sticking, baby!

SeaShoreGalore · 16/03/2021 09:48

So pleased for you!

Tootsee · 16/03/2021 09:27

Fingers crossed for you both. Please keep us updated, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. 💐

Hopeful201 · 16/03/2021 09:25

I am like you, early pg symtoms and normally test c8dpo and get faint positives. Which then get stronger. I had many losses, including a full term pregnancy-I totally understand why you are testing early. I never could help myself either. Good luck. x

lovemenomore · 16/03/2021 09:25

Aww congrats OP!

I could see the lines on your first tests posted in January!

I would take all the advice you can - you will know whats the right thing to do.

x

Ohdofuckofdear · 16/03/2021 09:21

I've never had to have the stitch but do know some people that have had it and they said for them it was 100% the right choice.

Over the bloody moon for you both OP,shall have my fingers crossed for you and don't forget if your ever worried talk to your midwife/Dr asap they won't mind and I think it's always best to ask for reassurance/help as soon as you need it,I've lost a baby(pregnancy)so I know the fears.Best of luck to you both Flowers

trunumber · 16/03/2021 09:17

Congratulations OP, I didn't see a line at all on your first test but when I scrolled down to see it getting stronger and stronger my heart lit up for you! Very best wishes for the rest of your pregnancy

Splicedbananas · 16/03/2021 09:17

I also bled through pregnancy because of my cervix and had a healthy baby who's now 20! Because of your history, I'd be tempted to have the stitch and progesterone if that is what the medical team recommends. Got everything crossed for you.

Roonerspismed · 16/03/2021 09:11

I have spent hours of my life staring at those tests.

I can see a line and have everything crossed for you my love xx

Jillypots · 16/03/2021 09:09

Huge congrats! Wishing all three of you health and happiness Flowers

SirVixofVixHall · 16/03/2021 09:07

I could see the line on those early tests and then read the thread - so delighted for you OP and wishing you the very best of luck.

Etinox · 16/03/2021 09:06

Wonderful news!
Flowers

ittakes2 · 16/03/2021 09:04

Congratulations on your pregnancy! I was in hospital for about 2 months before I gave birth and I met many women in there who had had miscarriages previously. One lady from africa had problems with her cervix and sadly had 14 miscarriages in her home country. When she came to the UK she had a stitch on her 15th pregnancy and carried her baby long enough to successfully give birth. I don't know alot about stitches but I know a lot about people who bled throughout pregnancy and went into premature labour which was stopped. I bled several times during pregnancy for weeks and went into premature labour once at 32 weeks. But thankfuly I gave birth successfully at 36 weeks. You will be surprised at how many people bleed alot yet still go on to have successful pregnancies. I am sure someone with more experience will come on to advise you but I really think from what I have seen a stitch is a very common and simple procedure and will give you some reassurance. Good luck.

Chunkymonkey123 · 16/03/2021 09:01

Congratulations! I hope it all goes well for you 💐

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