May 2011 - Bring on the 2nd Trimester!

[MummyWilliams]

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Sorry if appears garbled message; am on phone as left laptop at parents
Midwife appointment today, saw somebody else instead of usual.
She didn't listen for heartbeat :(
She marked me as +++ as showing blood in urine sample so had to have that sent for testing to see if need more antibiotics
Still spotting :(
Generally feeling a bit pants. Am having a cry on the bed before DH gets home
DS risk was 1 in 26000 tho.

elf i also had blood in my urine, i still havnt had phone call about it tho it got sent for testing on tues morning

Elf Don't worry, the mantra on my "Due Nov 09" thread was 'this too shall pass' and it applies to so many situations both during pregnancy, labour and after baby arrives! If you're concerned, phone the midwives - that's what they're there for! Ask for your usual mw. And make sure DH gives you a big hug when he gets home. x

Elf - I also had blood in urine at 16 week appt and nothing came of it so don't worry. My MF wasn't going to listen to heart until I begged asked nicely and so she did. Be pushy.

Had my 20 weeker today, which was super exciting. My head is muddled so necked the lucazade you're meant to drink for 28 weeker [hmmm] which meant that we needed to stop for a wee break. And my little bambino did NOT stop wriggling. It was hilarious. The sonographer was slightly bemused..boredering on frustration when he really was struggling to get any angles. Whoops!

Got the snaps now and all is dandy. Didn't find out sex and I think that given wriggling, it might've been tough. Given the thigh bone is only 3cm long - I really don't know how you can 'spot' these things!

Lastly. Been with a doctor friend tonight who works at Chelsea & Westminster. I got talking to another obs & gynae lady who was singing the praises of the MWs there. She's worked at other hospitals and just said how brilliant they are there. Which is super reassuring and now I am even happier with my choice of hospital .

I am over my wobble from yesterday. Just fed up being ill all the time and having to take antibiotics. I try and avoid them if I can, but seem to be getting myself run down.
Scan in 27 days though.
DH wasn't able to attend the first one (though he did come to a private one we had early on, and was at the one I had at the hospital after the bleed) and was hoping to get to the 20 week one, but his boss has changed the days of holiday, so DH is now trying to get out of work for that day. He had wanted DD to go as well, but she'll be at school that day, so I may try to organise a 3D scan when we can all go.

Hello all. Wow, you ladies have a busy hread!
17 weeks today. MW appt yday, all good. Low DS risk. Heartbeat fine. Working my way through tedious pregnancy niggles - still sick but nothing compared to HG in previous regnancies.

DD's cancer treatment progressing, hard going but having positive results as tumour appears to be shrinking. Op to remove scheduled for Jan.

20 week scan 30th Dec.

SBMx

DontWorryBaby My MIL is convinced its a boy as I have been as ill as she was but not long now til we find out!

With the 16 week appointmwents apparently the new NICE guidelines are not to listen incase they cant find it which is not unusual at this stage so not to cause any unneeded upset.

Thanks for all the wishes I am starting to feel a little better except now deaf in one ear with an ear infection so feel like a proper old wman saying excuse me every 5 mins whne people are talking to my 'bad side'!

I borrowed a dress from a friend that was nice and apparently I looked very pregnant in it with a very obvious bump. Might also have something to do with the fact I didnt have a beer in my hand.

Thinking of you stripeybumpsmum x

This pregnancy must be doing me good as I agreed to have a tree up in our house this year for the 1st time since loosing dad so DH is happy

Hi all! Just popping in to say hello, hope you're all well (have just read a few posts and all seems to generally be ok) and looking forward to the hols.

Wedding's in 10 days. Only just sorted the honeymoon and so much still to do. Thanks v much to those who gave tips on where we could stay, unfortunately they were all either booked up or out of our price range. Found a flat annexed to a hotel in Cornwall where we can afford to stay over new year, so looking forward to that. Buying a house now too! Weren't looking but it just kind of popped up serendipitously and we had to act, going for second viewing and hope to put a bid in today. 20 week scan on Wed, nervous as am pretty sure but not definite that I've felt baby. Think it'd have to really thump to reassure me! Plan to focus on baby in new year once wedding over as will be past viability and I'll be better able to concentrate on buying stuff and attending classes etc. Baby's not letting me forget it though as my hip pain is getting worse and I have lots of occ health apts to go to as a result. Quick question... Best maternity bra for a honeymoon?!

Keep up all the good work ladies, 's great to pop on here and see you all working so hard at growing bubs! Hope to chat more in the new year.

Hi! All

We've been very quiet lately on here. I hope its because we are so busy with christmas arrangements.

Nothing to report here, but just want to say that I am 19 weeks today

loopy I think every week is a milestone, but the big one will be 24 weeks which will be on 15 January 2011 - I am looking forward to this date the most.

DS has had nasty sick bug for 40 hours now, last time sick was at 8am this morning - fingers crossed I don't get it.

I put our christmas tree up yesterday - I love that part. I can't stand wrapping all the presents - I wish the fairies would come in and do that for me.

I'm off out in a mo to finish off christmas shopping and post christmas cards

Take care everyone.

19 weeks today, yippee!!!

xxx

Hey, all, and MummyWilliams, and Tinwe, and everyone! I was thinking it's quiet on here, too... I think it's because we're all out of the first trimester blues, so less to complain about, hurrah! (I just feel knackered, but that's nothing, really.)

Still obsessed with pushchairs and looking at the Jane Slalom Pro. If anyone knows anything, let me know...

My friend is having a C-section this week - eek! Can't wait though.

On the other hand, my poor sister, who thought she couldn't get pregnant, is being rushed into hospital this evening with an ectopic pregnancy - what horrible luck. How lucky we all are to get this far.

Happy pre-Christmas build-up :)

Or should I say:

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Hey ladies! Hope everyone is well?
I just wanted to share my news...I'm having a baby girl!!! Already got a gorgeous boy 2yrs 7 months so gonna have complete set!

MummyW- it has been strangely very quiet on here this week

linzi- congrats on your pink bump :)did u suspect u was having a girl?

loopy- so sorry to hear about your friend cant imagine wot she is going thru:(

sesame- hope your sister is ok

my step sister had a baby girl yest, bit surreal that in 5 months we will all be going thru the motions

felt LITTle kicks for the first time today :)

Actually, I wanted another boy (obviously didn't mind either way!) but I strongly felt like it was a girl! Weird!

everybodys instincts have been right so far, hopefully mine will be to :)

Ah congratulations Linzi!

Sorry to hear about your friend Loopy, must be horrible and I am sure you will be able to support your friend.

Jbells: I cant believe it sometimes how quick these months have gone so we will be going into laboutr before we know it, which excites and scares the hell out of me at the same time!

I cant believe how close christmas is coming up now, I really am going to have to get some gifts sorted out. I have been inspired by the tree up and throwing a Christmas party next saturday but now wondering what I am getting myself into, I will have to get some food sorted out ect

Is everyone starting to feel more awake?
I can now manage til 12 without falling asleep but then more later as that is the witching hour where I fall asleep!

just checking in as not been on in a while.

Not caught up, am hoping when we start a new thread i will make more of an effort but cannot promise anything lol

past 2 weeks been a nightmare. Was signed off sick last week, have a terrible cold and cough and this has caused my SPD to kick in big time so im in agony right now :(
got scan on new years eve to find out if this little mite is blue or pink.
Jellybaby moving quite a bit though so im not worried about him/her thankfully.
Weightloss is a nightmare though and currently stands at 17kg in the last 8 weeks which is over 2 and a half stone. now leaving me feeling weak wwhich isnt so great either!

Only have 4 days left at work and then im off for three weeks anyway and then only 6 weeks till my maternity starts so im sure it will all be fine

stripey you are being so brave - thank you for your update. I'm sure it goes without saying that we are all thinking of you.

loopy oh! no - that's devastating news. I have a friend who's DD had a brain tumour aged 8 it was a tough few months for them - but she pulled through and has suffered no complications - that was 5 years ago. Also going back very many years (and I mean many) my best friend at school had cancer - she pulled through and has a little boy of her own now. Sending very positive thoughts to your friends and her family.

linziluv massive congratulations on your pink news!

bonkerz hope you'll be feeling better soon. It's dreadful getting a cold whilst pregnant. Can thoroughly recommend fresh honey & lemon tea, also a few drops of olbas or carvol oil in a bowl of hot water.

jbells when do you get to find out? Can't remember when you said before.

cowboy - I've done most of my shopping, spent about 5 hours wrapping it all up today - hate that part. I still feel really tired by about 9.30 - 10pm - sometimes still fall asleep on the sofa at 8.30pm 'ish.

Have midwife appt at 5pm tomorrow for heartbeat listen - DP and children coming along too!

Can feel little man squirming around - definately more active in the evenings. Not proper kicking - but that's coz of anterior placenta.

Anyone watching XFactor - come on Rebecca!

19+1 weeks

xxx

Hello all!

I havent wrote on here for a while, been laid low with HG again, but seem to be over it, and just have sickness now. Thank god!

Stripybumpsmum
Ive often thought of you and you're DD since you last posted. Im glad to hear its shrinking, and that it continues. Its such a tough hard road for a family to journey down. A few years ago my 5yr old brother had cancer and intially was given a pretty bad prognosis, but got through it, and is now fine. It was a very strange period, and I think we all went on autopilot, but looking back it seems such a short space of time, but when you're in it, it feel like an eternity from one appointment to the next. Am wishing you the absolute best.

Am currently struggling to decide whether to find out the sex or not. Im not too bothered, as I have no preference, actually Im lying, I want a boy, but I want a girl too, I'll be thrilled with either sex, but disappointed that I wont get the other. I relaise that sounds mad! I have a feeling Im having a boy.

Bonkerz Im also struggling with the weight loss, as I have no interest in food, apart from salad and veg, anything else makes me heave. I do have a massive bump though. Im maintaining instead of gaining, with the help of special shakes and cake. Shame I cant bottle the feeling for when the baby comes out, as I usually spend my time reining in my appetite. I hope you feel better soon.

loopsymummy sending many postive vibes for you're friend. Must be an awful time for them.

Is anyone going for a VBAC on here? Im too nervous to have another section, so am looking forward to making it the whole birth shebang next time.

Hi! All

junebug glad to hear you are feeling a little better - wishing it would go away completely for you.

Just back from Midwife appt. everything all ok. Got to have wrist splints as have dreaded carpal tunnel again.

Hope everyone is ok.

19+2 today!

xxx

Hello!

Glad to hear all the good news about scans and test results. Like others can't believe the 20wk scans are happening already, it's so exciting to hear everyone's joy!

Great to hear from SBM with your positive news about your DD. Hopefully you can relax a little over Christmas.

Sorry to hear about your friend's DS Loopy. Always tough to hear about children in hospital.

Good luck to those trying to gain weight/keep food down, it must be worrying to see the weight falling off at a time like this.

The packers arrive tomorrow so am frantically sorting through our rubbish prized possessions to make sure we don't take home stuff that should be thrown away.

Friday was the cherub's 1st birthday and he had a fabulous party! DH was an hour late arriving and then had to 'pop out' (for 1 & 1/2 hours) to collect a prospective employee and wife from airport and drop him off at hotel, then came back to party for full 40mins before 'popping out' to collect them so they could come to the party. I was fuming, particularly as he did nothing to organise, prepare or host the party. All came to a head with a huge row (not a good shouty one but one of those horrible ones where people talk in quiet voices because it is really, really serious). We discussed separating and custody of the kids and then agreed to give it another go. Am shattered emotionally and physically but only have 2 more solid days of stress before we move into a hotel for the last few nights and can relax. Still nowhere to live when we get back to NZ so might be on blow up mattress at my mother's on Sunday night. Am a little sick of relying on the last minute decision making style of my DH. Would like to just take on all the decision making but that's not the way we work.

Sorry for going on and on but feel better for getting it out. [fbear]

It sounds like everyone is getting into the swing of the Christmas season. Let's be festive and merry!

Sorry have just re-read post and it sounds like I would consider divorce based upon DH's non-attendence at a party. Is far more than this and the blow out on Friday was just the culmination of all that has gone on over the last few months.

You poor people with all these other things going on! Fiji I'm sure things will settle down once you're back. I don't leave anything to my hubby now - he can't make decisions (no Christmas turkey the day before Christmas springs to mind...). Good luck the move.

MummyW that's rubbish! My mum had it but eventually it went. It's so disabling...

All fine here and looking forward to scan next week. Won a lovely Jane pushchair & car seat on eBay for £20 so feeling v pleased with self

Chins up girlies!

Hello everyone, my girlfriend sent me this thread as she found a similar one very supportive when she was pregnant. This is my first time and I am 17 weeks, with a eta of May. I have my 16 week appt tomorrow (its a little late) which i am hanging for as have been nervous at my lack of pregnancy symptoms lately and the fact i haven't felt any flutterings or 'quickening' yet. Are there any other first timers that have not felt anything yet? I have heard people say that they felt flutterings with their second/third babies earlier but i really don't know what i'm expecting to feel.
Do the midwives often listen for a heartbeat at the 16 weeks? or do you have to ask?

Anyhoo, thank you for starting this thread and for sharing your thoughts.