PART 3!! Sept-2012 Baby Bus!! Christmas-and-New-Year-Shaggers-all-aboard!

[TinkerMaloo]

Cant see another one anywhere on the board and part 2 is full up (finally) so here is part 3! (unless I'm just being a moron and missed it?)

Chat more please ladies, we are too fat and useless to do anything else! ;)

Oops above is in answer to rachel

Hi all, just to let you know baby Jakob was born on the 17th two weeks early at 6 Pounds. All well and healthy now just trying to adjust to having a newborn baby love it but never been so worried in my life!

I have a theory that sex only works if you don't usually do it or it's been a while We're very active in that department because we know there won't be any for a couple of weeks after the baby comes! Poor child isn't going to be tempted out by that it's used to rocking and rolling

For induction purposes there is a fairly established theory that it needs to go somewhere else, anyway - induction by, um, mouth. Not that I think that works either!

Scrubbing floors will be good for baby position, that's true. I've heard of people bouncing on trampolines, eating whole pineapples or going for a drive on bumpy roads!

Not tried any of it myself. I do moan about wanting the baby out and did last time too but I don't actually think it works - although I do really fancy a curry now!

Ah welcome Jakob . How many births is that now, I'm starting to lose count and it's not even September yet.

mummyfirsttime congrats, glad to hear your Ds is doing well, and that you've recouped well :)

The more baby announcements there is the jealous I'm getting. I'm
Just can't wait and it's great hearing some name inspirations :)

Thanks twizzle I might have a look into reflexology towards end of the week. Not too sure about the floor scrubbing will prob give that a miss..

Might be TMI but I haven't dtd in quite a long time, am not too sure if I'd actually be able to anymore have a lot of pelvic pain all the time so the thought of sex is a bit much for me right now. Also my Oh probably wouldn't be that into it either. Hard to explain..

Just watched time travelers wife and am now balling my eyes out. stupid pregnancy

My oh my more births. We seem to be getting through the new arrivals rightly. Congrats smallgreenone - hope you are recovering well from your csection and 7lb 6 is a really good weight. Also big congrats to Plumsie and mummyfirsttime .

funchum re snacks the only things I have packed are glucose tablets, big bag of rowntrees pick and mix, couple of cup a soups, dried apricots (to help get things moving for after) and almonds (help bring on breast milk production). I know I won't touch anything other than possibly the glucose tablets when in labour as my apppetite goes if I'm out of sorts but it could do for after. Not sure what the hospital policy is either - some don't like you to eat incase you need surgery at any stage.

I think I'm going to be more proactive with the life after birth this time misscoffee . Last time I never got a chance to get involved in baby activities and the like as I had a tiny prem baby who I was advised not to take out too much incase he caught rsv due to being a winter baby. Also having him hit me like a brick wall. I was shell-shocked for months and my life revolved around him. This time, however, it feels like this little one is having to go and fit in around us. I'm not as worried about the thought of a newborn because tbh it's easier than having to deal with a tantrummy toddler or cheeky, willful five year old - the only thing I am dreading is the lack of sleep the first while. There is a breastfeeding support group in my area and I'll check my local surestart to see if anything of interest is coming up now it's opened again with the new term. Sometimes they run baby massage and things like that.

Ingesting sperm is the only one I've heard has scientific backing Rachel - and even then I think you need pretty big quantities

37 week consultant appointment tomorrow to discuss if I want vbac/cs and growth scan. Terrified incase the scan shows up something or that the baby is small. The mw measured me average bump 2 weeks ago but I suppose I can't quite believe I've got this far and I haven't felt - or looked any different - in my eyes for a few weeks. Only symptom I've noticed different is electric shock type pains through my pelvis every now and again. Ooch.

More baby arrivals! Congrats plumsie and mummyfirsttime

Maybe we should start a list noting down the various arrivals before we lose track!

I'll be 39 weeks this Friday. Still no sign of baby coming soon. (some say there's less baby movement but I can still feel the LO moving around lots!) Have been drinking raspberry leaf tea, might try the other tricks!

Congratulations to Plumsie & Mummyfirsttime Lovely names there too!

congrats on the arrivals ladies! glad to hear we are merrily popping them out all fit and healthy :)

Good luck today to ladygagoo, think I have it right thats its induction day for you today?

I dont think anything works to bring on labour, I tried literally everything with DC1, but I admit I have been trying a few things even this time round with DC3 in the vain hope... still, I'm not even 39 weeks yet (Friday for me too) just very impatient now!

Congratulations mummy! I can only imagine how strange it must feel to bring a newborn home. Did you have that: "So what do we do now?" moment? Enjoy all your newborn snuggles with Jakob. (cute name!)

Congratulations

Can I just ask, as I'm having a wobble, does anyone have doubts about how good they are going to be as a mum?

pickles yes I think at some point everyone must feel this, though it is a new experience for you. I think it's just nerves and when your LO gets here you'll be fine.

I'm very nervous about becoming a mummy and being completely responsible for my son, but I'm also very excited.

From what I've read about you pickles I think you'll do a brilliant job, your such a strong woman and have great support from your parents.

It's a new experience for you, and your little baby. :)

Thank you, just having wobbles x

pickles id say it's very normal to be having wobbles, I have them all the time and just keep thinking to myself its something I've never done before if you weren't having wobbles I'd be more concerned.

Hi Pickles, I think it perfectly natural to be anxious and scared as you get closer to having ur baby because becoming someone's mummy is a huge responsibility (for me it was the most important thing I had ever done) But it is also the most wonderful, magical and fulfilling experience and you will rise to the challenges. I think you are brave and strong and will make a great mummy.

Thank you, just the responsibility is scary isn't it? Can't wait though

Aww pickles it's perfectly natural to have wobbles. I still have them at times with ds; parental guilt is a bitch . No-one is the perfect mum - we all have our flaws and have made mistakes but you do the best you can and that's all anyone can ask for. Being a single mum has its positives too. I think I have a much stronger bond with ds because we have been our own little team for years.

Consultant meeting today and I've decided on vbac. She agreed I would not be induced should I go overdue but cs and if my blood pressure doesn't behave it's for the knife too. Bp is starting to rise a bit so I'm on monitoring with mw and hospital - and using it as an excuse to kick back a bit from now (and have my first cheeky glass of red I've had in months tonight). Growth and placental grade all ok so at least that's one worry off my mind. Even should she have to come out asap she's weighing a good 6lb and more apparently.

Congratulations on the births. It's really making it hit home that I'm actually having another baby!
I thought I was all mentally prepared and everything, but then in the last two days the buggy and mattress have finally arrived and I'm having to realise the real reason I'm fat and in pain and spending all this money!

Before having my son I had major doubts about my ability to be responsible for another person's life etc. And since he's been born and while being pregnant again I've continued to have the odd doubt whether what I'm doing is right or not as good as other people/family. And then you realise everyone has this now and then and it just shows you are trying to do the very best you can, and as long as the little one grows up happy and loved, then you're alright.
Seeing the developments my son has made and all the things he's learnt makes me very proud of him, and us as parents to have taught him all these things.
Then I worry because he can't pronounce 'p's and 'b's! It's never ending!

Congratulations on your new arrivals! Wow, there really are babies in there and they're coming out!!

I'm 37 weeks now, and DD came a couple of weeks early, so it could be any time now... Still seems very surreal though. Those massive wriggles are getting very uncomfortable now, and I'm pooped...

pickles I think most people have wobbles at some point. Mine happened with DD when we got home with her - that 'err, what do we do now?' feeling and a huge weight of responsibility that suddenly I was responsible for a real little human being.

Huge congrats to those whose bundles of joy have arrived already! So exciting!!

Im 38+2 weeks now and have been told baby is in position so could be any time! I've started to get period pain type niggles now as well as feelings of nausea and headaches - all apparently normal for this stage of pregnancy and just means body is getting ready for labour, eek!!

Still seems a little surreal and like others have said, I worry whether I'll be a good parent and whether I'll do things 'right' etc. Again, very normal.

I cant wait to meet our LO so might tyr some of the techniques on here to try to get things progressing such as bouncing on my birthing ball, eating pineapple and having sex (not all at the same time of course!!) ha!!

Hi all.pickles think I'm more nervous 2nd time round, natural to worry and you'll be fine. I remember car journey home last time, never gone so slow in a car carrying special bundle and expecting someone to chase after me felt so surreal being able to leave with a baby!

ballroom I'm too going for vbac but csection if I'm 9 days over (its booked! ). Worried about labour as never had any before..just ordered a tens machine, no idea if it'll work (anyone used one successfully? )or not but it'll give me and dh somethin to argue over if nothing else! JUst hope it arrives in time!

Also for people looking to get out and about after baby I'm complete opposite, want to have as many relaxed duvet days as possible (yes I am just lazy! ). Those early weeks fly by and want to cherish every moment. The reality of course will be me running round trying to get dd to nursery inbetween feeds and nappies!

Congratulations to all the new mums on here!

I'm nervous about being a new mum as well (it's my first) but sometimes I feel I'm not nervous ENOUGH - like I don't really understand what I'm getting myself into, and if I did I'd be a quivering wreck! I am just hoping that instinct will kick in when the baby arrives!

I am now getting some under bump pain, some really sharp pelvic pain at times and some period pain type stuff so presumably baby is settling downwards ready for action. I am 37 weeks today as well so hoping it is all going to happen sooner rather than later now baby is full term - though I am meant to be back at work for four days next week so after that ideally!

So exciting to hear about all the ladies whose little ones are here....good luck to everyone!

Hi all! Gosh - 39+2 today - and having contraction things on and off, but I think they are probably the practice things not the real regular ones. My sister was always early with hers, but this is my first so everyone says you usually go over. Still, it would be great for the little one to join us sooner rather than later! I am technically due 5 Sept

I feel really dopey and can't get the energy to heave myself about! I had a surge of tidying a week ago but now am just a lethargic blob! ANyone else finding it hard to get the energy to do anything at this stage?

xx

That's exciting WinterMymble, you never know, your LO could be early! Do you feel ready though?

I'm 37 weeks today, energy is the same as usual, but I'm in a frightful grump as my boss dragged me into a meeting this morning to have a go at me about the amount of appointments I've had recently, which he feels is 'excessive' - bloody man - I am pregnant you know. Trying to tell myself I have just 2 weeks left in the office and let it all wash over me but it's hard!

Ooh nightmare that makes my blood boil, he has no right to do that - how did you leave it, hope you told him to back off, you're entitled to time off for antenatal apps. Tempted to follow it up with HR?

Just had my 36 week app - all is well - except that baby's spine is swinging further and further round so it's currently on a back-to-back trajectory. Need to lean forward more and sit on my ball. I blame the long train commute to work and my slobbing on the sofa but need to make a concerted effort to bring it back round as there is no way I am up for a painful and protracted labour.

Good luck winter !