Jan 2013 club: "Oh, wow, it's positive!"

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So I POAS and oh, wow, it's positive!
From my online calculating, that puts the due date at Jan 20th, ish, 2013.

This will be my second, DS is currently 20 months old.

I'm so exciiiiiiiiiiited and I can't tell anyone yet! Also, I am looking for a new job and we're talking about buying a house. Crazy, moi?

Anyone else?

Norfolk... you should let him go with you they asked my guy all about his medical past too.

Hi everyone - I'm suffering with terrible insomnia and when I do eventually sleep its only light so I wake at the slightest noise etc - so tired! And yet so busy with work and DS... Anyone suffering? I took DH to my booking app with DS - we had to wait till 14 wks last time to get an app! But second time round I'll go it alone. Have scan booked for July 4th . Take care x

Yep I'm hardly sleeping either b
But I wasn't sure if it was baby or heat and noise from windows being open.

Morning everyone,

thanks for all of your kind words, redjumper thanks for the chart.

Norfolk I think it is a good idea to take your other half to the appointment, as it helps him to feel involved in the pregnancy. Also everything they tell me at appointments seems to go in one ear and out of the other, so it's useful to have a second pair of ears. DP came to my scan yesterday, thank god, as I would have completely gone to pieces if I was on my own.

I think the only problem is that, unlike us, men aren't legally entitled to time off work for antenatal appointments.

Wishful I only had brown blood and they scanned me, so I'm sure you could push for one. How many weeks are you? Fingers crossed for you.

Another insomniac here - I've been waking up early in the mornings, which is v unusual for me

wishful yes contact your GP (could ask for a phone call from them as opposed to apmt if they do that where ou are). Although a scan does depend on how far on you are (6 weeks minimum I think). I think whether they let you have one will depend on how bad it sounds. Not saying to exaggerate but don't say it seems like nothing either if you see what I mean. They usually get you in really quickly and hopefully you'll get some peace of mind. Good luck, keep us posted xx

i am also waking up very early. had gp app this morning. had to give a wee sample and get another app in a weeks time, but have to wait til 12th of june as results will take longer due to the two bank holidays. seems a long way away so it all feels unreal still, not helped by symptoms that seem to come and go, my fear is that i have imagined the whole thing x

wishful I would contact your GP and have a chat with them, they will be able to advise whether you should seek a scan or not. That said, I don't know about you ladies, but I can usually tell when something is "up" with my body especially the lady bits so if you are worried and feel something is wrong don't give up until they take your concerns seriously. I do hope it is all ok.

pascha our plan was to tell no one until we were further along but everyone seems to be guessing and when they do I just start grinning and try to lie badly!! My cover up is just not working.

Did another test yesterday just to be sure (to be sure - I'm Irish and can't help it ). So that was the third positive test and I am having symptoms etc. Just wish I could see the little blighter and know everything was going to be ok.

Hello, new here. had a bfp on saturday. Bit of a surprise. We have been thinking about this but taking a let's see what happens approach rather than actually trying. I was expecting it to take ages due to my age (35). Instead it's happened on the second possible month.

Just been to my gp and apparently due on 26 January.

Still slightly in shock and not really sure what to expect next.

I didn't take my DH to my booking in appointment. I didn't think about taking him actually but the midwife said they like to take the chance when you're alone to ask you about domestic abuse without you feeling under pressure to respond in a certain way.

How's everyone feeling sickness-wise? Thought I wasn't too bad but have been feeling terrible all day! Left my training day half way and have been sleeping all afternoon - someone woke me up by drilling in the next door garden ! I felt sick during my last pregnancy but only actually vomited once, am hoping it will be the same this time.

I've got my booking appointment in a couple of weeks, it all seems to be going very slowly at the moment.

The main problem I have at the moment is that I was due to take part in a sponsored charity trip abroad at about 11 weeks - it involves a hike of 110km in 40 deg heat so think I will have to cancel it.. I could go and do the other bits of the trip (staying with a family and taking part in a memorial day - its in Bosnia during the anniversary of the war) but DH is not at all keen and I think I'll probably be feeling ill still. I do feel bad about the sponsorship money I've raised though, but it will still go to a good cause. I need to tell the organisers asap as its not fair on them to leave it to the last minute. What does everyone think - would you cancel or try and go (not for the hike though!)?

Silver - What a shame to miss the trip! What are DH's reasons for not wanting you to go?

I had mild-travel-sickness-type-nausea for a couple of weeks, but that has gone to be replaced by a) utter exhaustion, b) very sore boobs, and c) a bladder the size of a pea. Not been pregnant before so don't know what to expect really!

I told my boss today - primarily because I nearly fell asleep at my desk and he was starting to worry! He's very excited. Bless.

silver theres no reason why you can't do the first part of the trip n leave the hike x you DH is prob worried he won't be there if you need him

LetThereBCupcakes I had the tiredness first followed by this nausea n sudden dry wrenching coupled with the peeing n trumping I make a right sexy mumma Not

well tbh DH wasn't that keen in the first place but it is a great opportunity and now that DS is old enough to be without me for a while I thought it would be a good time to do something independent. However the trip has been extended to 9 days (originally 7) and I was feeling a bit guilty as I realised it's DS's birthday while I'm away! Main concerns are the travelling - there will be a long stopover (12 hours) and several coach journeys of 4-5 hours at least, also will be in a remote area with not much access to health care from what I can tell. Will talk it over with the organisers and see what they think about it too.

Hi all-
Silver sixpence- it wound be a shame to miss the trip, but I'd probably give the hike a miss- maybe speak to gp? And perhaps if gp gives all clear to go dh would feel better about it too.

No idea what's going on here- but I don't think it's great. I had what could be described as a mild cramp this afternoon which was followed by more brown discharge (so not looking good). Spoke to midwife who said fingers crossed its nothing, if i'm in pain or blood turns red see dr or go to a and e. so, I'll sit tight with fingers crossed and hope for the best.

How are you all getting on?
X

fingerscrossed for you wishfulthinking1, i am sending you positive thoughts x

wishfulthinking1 how are you this morning

Anyone else doing repeated Pregnancy Tests just to make sure everything is ok ?

Fingers crossed for you wishful x

Boutique I did another test on Tuesday because I got paranoid as I don't feel at all pregnant. It was positive thankfully. I've had no sickness, just very occasional metallic taste and a bit tired... I'm very grateful to be feeling so well but a bit of sickness would be reassuring at least! Scan isn't until 9th July - want to fast forward to then so I know all's ok!

Boutique - yes!! Trying to limit myself to two a week at the moment but it's hard to resist doing more.

It looks as though my spotting had finally stopped after 24 days - now wondering if there's anything left after all that. Only felt queasy/bloated in the afternoon yesterday instead of all day like I had been for the past few days so don't really know what to make of it all. WIll have to see if there's still a line tomorrow morning!

Silver - tricky decision! I have to go away next month for a few days for work and although it shouldn't be physically demanding it sure as hell is going to be stressful (being responsible for 20 teenagers abroad... what have I done?!?!) Only do what you feel able to do. I'm sure the organisers and your sponsors will completely understand if you're not comfortable with it.

Wishful - hope you had a quiet night

wishful how are you this morning?

Silver I just wanted to echo what the others said, I think it would be a shame to miss the trip. As you'll be 11 weeks, could you ask your GP if you could have your first scan slightly early, so at least you know that everything's OK before you go?

Boutique I'm too scared to do any more tests!

I went to London for work as planned yesterday, sat in a very hot room all day and felt exhausted and slightly faint. But then I met one of my best friends for a drink afterwards and told her everything, she was lovely and I now feel much calmer about it all.

silver I'd still do the trip and hike too - there are bound to be support vehicles nearby so you can always stop if you need to. Life is short and every opportunity should be grasped, I think....

wishful thoughts and prayers are with you. Hope things hav taken turn for the better this morning.

mrsbugsy glad to hear you are feeling a bit calmer know and again hope everything is ok.

boutique I did test number three a couple of days ago just to be totally positive (having had two bfp already). And yep still says I am pregnant

silver it sounds like a great trip and provided you are comfortable medically going and your OH is on board then I don't see why you should cancel. I would chat to GP, see if you can get an early scan and then talk to your OH about the trip. They are probably just looking out for you and want you and the little bump to be ok.

Newest pregnant symptomy here is an overwhelming urge to eat dairy,....cheese, milk, yoghurt, ice cream which is odd as I am usually not a big dairy fan!

Silver I have no idea what I'd do. Am bloody-minded though so if dh said no that would make me more determined to go

Right. Have just had my booking in so am officially up-duffed so have decided to ditch the nc. Was sharedscitless. Am still scared but determined to view this baby as A Good Thing, even if it wasn't planned.

Hi again everyone. pascha, thank you for that link to kellymom. I do think my supply may have diminished ever so slightly, but not for want of ds3 trying. It's still really sore feeding, but I'm just going with the flow (if you pardon the pun), and hoping he is still getting some milk and will continue to do. Just don't know when I should consider trying to supplement with formula, although tbh its the last thing I want to do.

Well, as I've no idea how far I am, having had no af, the gp referred me for an early dating scan this morning. The sac measures 6.6mm, and the yolk sac 1.7mm, which apparently puts me at 5+3, giving me an edd of 28/01/13. This may make me the latest on the thread? Only thing which upset me a bit was that he couldn't see an embryo, but said that it's 'unlikely' anything is wrong, just to early to see. I am going back a week on Monday for a further scan. He originally did a normal scan, then an internal to see if he could get a better view. I was massively uncomfortable when he asked if I would insert the probe, as that is how it is done here .

I am worrying that my only symptoms are sore nipples, exhaustion, and mega hunger, although the hyperemesis that Ive had with my 3 previous pgs (NOT that I want it again), usually only kicks in at 6-7 weeks. I almost wish I hadn't found out do early, then I wouldn't be worrying so much.

Anyway, rant over, and I'm thinking of all you other girls who are having a worrying time, wishful, mrsbugsy.

thanks for all the advice, I feel much more encouraged to give it a go after all and mentioned it to DH, he doesn't seem to be THAT against it.. i think its probably an Asian thing (i'm Bangladeshi) of being over protective of pregnant women..i was always being told not to run down the stairs by my in laws last time!

Lilblondepessimist hopefully everything will be fine. Doing a transvaginal scan is quite standard at this stage, if that is reassuring at all.

SilverSixpence That trip sounds like a once-in-a-lifetime experience, would be such a shame to miss out - glad you're feeling a bit more positive about it now.

How are wishful and mrsbugsy feeling now? Have been thinking of you.

How is everyone feeling? I have very little sickness, it's getting me a bit worried. Maybe a slight feeling of nausea first thing in the morning and also in early evening, but that's it. I do have sore boobs though! With DS I was nauseaous pretty much all day, I could only eat between 12-3pm as the rest of the time I just felt too awful. I have also been doing many pregnancy tests - number 6 this morning and a lovely strong dark line, so I guess that's possibly reassuring.

Is anyone else a bit emotional? I had an argument with my boss yesterday morning, then couldn't stop crying. It was awful - I really wanted to stop but just physically couldn't. I am now off work the rest of the week with "stress". To make things worse, I have to tell my boss I'm pregnant sooner rather than later - I work in a lab so have to avoid several chemicals/procedures as they can be harmful to baby. Not looking forward to that conversation.