TTC A 2012 BABY - THE GRADUATES PART 4!

[AnchorBun]

Mamma and McKayz's thread!

It's the home run ladies

[elliebug]

Ghosteditor: DC#1 EDD 12 Jan 2012 - born 18th Jan - Juliet (Jools)
AnchorBun: DC#2 EDD 27 Jan 2012 - born 19th Jan - Elizabeth Rose (Lilly) (9lbs 15oz)
TroubleAndFyfe: DC#1 EDD 23 March 2012 - born 1st March - Fyfe (8lbs 5oz)
Davina: DC#2 EDD 10 March 2012 - born 29th March - Lauren Rebecca (9bls 2.5oz)
EpicOde: DC#1 EDD 11 April 2012 - born 12th April Odin (Odie) (10lb 1.5oz)
Foolserrand: DC#2 EDD 26th April 2012 - born 28th Arpil Felicity Seren (8lb 13oz)
Elliebug: DC#1 EDD 18 May 2012 - born 14th April - Jacob (6lb 9oz)
*MammaInTheMaking8 DC#1 EDD 7 June 2012 - born 7th June Violet Wren Alexandra (8lb 2oz)
McKayz DC#3 EDD 21 June 2012 - born any minute now!!
Babybrain DC#3 EDD 3rd Oct 2012

[elliebug]

feel free to make any corrections, fools thats awful, i really dont know what to say :(
davina i feel for you. somethimes i have a little cry with jake! somethimes he will spit his bottle out and 30sec later feed so i just keep rotating round the things it could be!! oh and the other day we danced and sang round the living room for the best aprt of an hour
mckayz let me know if there is anything i can do, i hope baby appreciates all the pain youve gone through for ?her did i remember right??

[McKayz]

Ellie Can you do sweeps? Yes you are right she is meant to be a her.

[elliebug]

um, no, not much call for that on a childrens ward thank god sorry

[AnchorBun]

Sorry Fools, had a chance to read all of your posts now, thought you meant you DH had asked you not to say anything. Impossible position to be in.

[elliebug]

Oh and jakes jabs were fine, he was very brave we are now trying sma, projectile vomit this am, am waiting to see what happens now...

[TroubleAndFyfe]

I'm back in size 10 jeans (really this time, they're an American 8) hooray! Zero effort and far too much cake and chocolate and ice cream...I am never this lucky, I usually have to try really hard to lose weight!
(me,me,me, sorry!)

[AnchorBun]

Trouble that's amazing! Now that I'm not breastfeeding all my magical weight loss has ended - I actually put a bit on! Size 10... I've never been a size 10, I was made to be bigger I think Even when I was doing way too much exercise and not eating enough, I was a 12 When I get my arse back into gear and get down to a 14, I shall be fairly content.

Great news that the jabs went well Ellie Fingers crossed for SMA!

I was awake most the night with Lilly.There is every possibility that I am going to turn green and go on a rampage. I am a monster when I'm sleep deprived! Need to get out I think but Lilly's still fast asleep - oh yes, she sleeps now!

[Davinaaddict]

Congratulations Trouble I'm now wearing my pre-pregnancy jeans albeit with a slight muffin top And I've had to work at it a bit. Still got about a stone to lose but I'll only be able to lose about half of that before I finish BF.

Thanks for all the advice after my winged last night. DH came home about 20 minutes later so she went to him and settled And I thought I was being very calm! I did try the lying along my arm last night, but I dint think ill be able to use that one much longer as she only just fits! I knew she was quite long, but I didn't realise she was so long. But I've banked all those tips for next time Ooh one thing though - did I read that they were stopping selling gripe water or did I make that up? I vaguely remember reading a thread about it on here I think? Although I still have baby brain so I might be completely wrong

So sorry fools That must be so hard to deal with. I've skimmed most of your other thread and there are some replies there that made me a bit and for you. It's so hard to know what to do for best - I think if it was me, I'd go along with the suggestion that one of your single friends came cross his profile and completely leave your DH out of it. There are just so many things to consider because there are so many possible outcomes

Glad the jabs were ok ellie And thanks for reposting the stats - interesting that not only do we make very beautiful babies, we also make babies of a good weight How was the SMA - any better? Have you tried Aptimil yet? Our crèche use it because it's the one that the majority of babies take to best although that might be bullshit and just a line they give gullible parents like me Having said that, DS has had it with his cereal with no problems. I hope you manage to find one that works for Jake

[Davinaaddict]

Cross posts Bun Morning! Lauren's asleep too and we need to be in Halifax at 11 By which time, of course she'll need a feed as well. Children do have either impeccable or appalling timing Right best go wake her up

[TroubleAndFyfe]

People are very definitely made to be different sizes bun, it's just that a 10 for me is my normal size. I am now wearing mum jeans (high waisted) and belly is still very flabby but am really that I'm back to that size already, I had fully subscribed to the 9 months on, 9 months off theory and certainly was not going to suffer exercise in order to lose that well justified weight! shame you've taken a hit from stopping bf though I'm sure you'll reverse that without even noticing very soon when you're running around after 2! hope you'll be able to get a nap later or an early night? I'm absolutely horrible if I don't get enough sleep!
Blimey davina! That was quick getting back in your jeans! So glad Lauren calmed down for you. Gripe water is back, it was withdrawn from sale for a few months whilst its claims were investigated but now available again. It is truly magical.

[Davinaaddict]

Thanks Trouble Just sat in Mothercare feeding Lauren so might have to get some whilst I'm out Ooh and stock up on Ashton & Parsons teething powder. It's fab stuff but a bit of a bugger to get hold of.

Oh and my jeans are stretchy ones But hoping lots of walking over the next couple of weeks will get rid of the muffin top

[McKayz]

Just popping in to say still no baby!!

Not been feeling very well today. Think I might have a stomach bug.

Hope you are all well!!

[Davinaaddict]

A stomach bug, or early labour signs?

Well, so much for my shopping trip! Boots had hardly any baby stuff in so I didn't manage to get either gripe water or teething powders Will have to take a trip to Huddersfield on Friday I think. But on the plus side I did see a couple of friends and have a good catch up

Nearly lost that post! Thank goodness for copy

[MammaInTheMaking]

Hi there,

Sorry for lack of posting, Violet's 1 week old tomorrow and things have been pretty full on here. We ended up staying at SCBU for 2 nights as she hadn't been feeding at all effectively and was dehydrated. I'd expressed my concerns to the midwives and then home visit but everyone assured me she'd be getting what she needed. On Sunday afternoon she was so sleepy and lethargic and her poor lips were so dry I just knew it wasn't right and we went to a&e. She was weighed and had lost 9.5% of her birth weight in 3 days. She had awful needles poked into her hand and feet and was crying her heart out. I had to get DP to comfort her because I was so upset At SCBU she had a tube put in her nose and we were up every few hours in the night giving her formula. I tried expressing too but so little was coming out. Thankfully DP was able to stay in the room too, I don't know how I'd have managed on my own. On Monday a breast feeding counsellor came and worked with us 1-on-1 all day. She gave us loads of techniques and advice. We got a feeding plan together too where she feeds from both breasts and then I give her a top up of expressed milk. Only about 15-20ml at a time because that's all I can get. Then to top it all off I got I'll on Monday night. High temperature, rasping throat, aches and pains. Thought I was getting the flu. Midwife came to see me on Tuesday to check I didn't have an infection (I didn't!) and said the symptoms were often a sign that milk was coming in. We worked hard with the feeding on Tuesday and when she was weighed she'd put on 40grams. So we were allowed home . Been once again working really hard with feeding. Pretty much always got her on the boob or the pump. My milk is becoming bigger in quantity but not "there" just yet.

I'm totally loving being a mummy. Violet is a complete delight. She doesn't cry too much and is just so pretty! I've not got on the laptop yet so not been able to upload any photos yet. I'll get there....

fools i'm really shocked about what you've said. I've not managed to read everything you've written about it but have you come to a decision on what to do...?

trouble amazing that you're back into your size 10s. I didn't weigh myself at all in the pregnancy or since so not sure how I'm doing. Have noticed that the belly is getting a bit smaller over the week. Poor belly button does seem a bit shot to bits though.

Ah Violet's smacking her lips so time for a feed

[foolserrand]

Trouble, I dislike you intensely right now! Before ds, I was a 6. Before dd I was a 10. Now I'm a 14. The biggest I have ever been. Avoiding all mirrors and trying to get out with stupid dog 2 for a run but so tired in the evenings at the moment.

Mamma..... shit me. That's a hellish of a lot of stress you didn't need. Glad all is getting better for you now though. Well done for trusting your gut and heading to a&e.

Hope this is early labour and not another bug, Mckayz. You've really been through it with this pregnancy, you poor thing. Were your other two like this?

Ok, the latest saga.... deep breath.... early this morning, a friend of ours texted to say she had arranged to meet a man for, ahem, happy times. The problem there is we went to her wedding in October! Anyway, her dh has had someone spying on her and has found out. Have left dh to deal with that one but it gave me an opening to gauge my dm's feelings about affairs when she came over today.

Mentioned it casually and started wondering aloud how I would feel if someone told me dh was cheating. She told me "it all depends on the situation" in a tone that told me she knows and doesn't want me reminding her. So, I'm keeping shtum hardest thing in the world for a gossip like me. I have lost respect for my mum... didn't have any for dad to begin with. So, there you go. He's scum, she knows and is okay with it. Messed up.

[McKayz]

Nope Fools the boys were great pregnancies apart from heartburn. I'm blaming it on the fact she's a girl. I'm pretty sure I can feel and hear my bones in my hips/pelvis grinding against each other.

It's really sad about your parents. I think I'd lose respect for my mum too. We're here if you need to let off steam.

[foolserrand]

Thanks but I'm tough. :o This growing up lark ain't easy!

[AnchorBun]

Oh Mamma sorry you've had such a stressful time! You sound like you're doing amazingly well though. really glad you got such good support from a bf counsellor too

Fools how awful. Such a sad situation when people don't see that they deserve better.

[ghosteditor]

mamma it's fab that you asked for help and got it! Sounds like the milk is on its way in now so fingers crossed that it will be smooth sailing from now on!

fools that's a lot for you to handle, you sound so together and composed! Good luck.

I don't know if I mentioned it when DD was born, but she has birthmarks at the base of her spine and the base of her skull. They're pretty cute actually but I happened to read that the type and location can be a sign of tethered spine, or even a mild form of spins bifida. This wasn't mentioned at all - they just said that they were birthmarks. I can't find any info about what to look out for, or how often this type of birthmark correlates with deeper issues, and it's driving me nuts! I also read that if there are sweeper issues, any damage tends to be irreversible! Am tempted to go to the GP but I suspect I'll get one of those 'are you hysterical?' looks... Any thoughts?

[ghosteditor]

that's 'spina bifida' and 'deeper issues'

[foolserrand]

Jeeeeeesus ghost! Is there any health professional you can ask to set your mind at ease? I'm sure its nothing though. Surely someone would have queried it?

[MammaInTheMaking]

Feeding time at the zoo..... We've been using a nipple shield which they showed us at SCBU and it's revolutionised breast feeding. Am so thankful she now gets enough food from ME. Although I'm not opposed to formula at all, I'm so happy we're getting on with just breast milk.

I'd lose respect too fools. If I was ever cheated on I'd leave no matter what the circumstances, you're mum is selling her self cheaply by accepting it!

If you could why not go to the GP about "something else" and then mention your concerns ghost?

Violets going great guns here....

Oh btw, think it was davina who asked. Yep Violet's another Thursday baby, and it was her EDD too!

[McKayz]

Grrr. Can't sleep again!

Ghost I'd go to the GP. I wouldn't care about 'being hysterical'. It's worth getting it checked out.

[Davinaaddict]

Morning all - I was just coming on to post a feeling very sorry for myself post as I feel so ill, but I see that it's such a small moan compared to all the things everyone else is going through

Mamma - very that you've had to go through so much in your first week but I'm really that things have improved so much for you, so quickly!

Sorry about your mum fools And I really struggle to understand those people that have affairs once they're married. Don't get me wrong, I've made "mistakes" I'm the past (but never since DH & I have been together, let alone married), but a) that was when I was young and stupid and b) why get married otherwise? I do understand that there are circumstances like illness etc, that might affect the physical side of a relationship but I just can't understand it myself (in sickness and in health and all that). Hope you're ok

ghost The dangers of reading anything! If I were you, I'd go and not worry about being thought of as a hysterical mother, if only to set your mind at rest. I'm sure it's nothing, but until you've had it checked out, if you're anything like me, you'll just spend all your time worrying When DS was born, he had a Mongolian blue spot birth mark on his back which looked just like a bruise. When I realised it wasn't fading and so wasn't a bruise as a result of him being dragged out of my pelvis , I made the HCP write it in his book so nobody thought he was being abused not paranoid at all me I'm a little sad it has mostly faded now although it's lasted longer than most, as apparently they go by the time they're 2, and he's 2.5 now.

Ok feeding time all done now so going to try get some sleep. Urgh, I hate feeling ill!