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October 2012 - where we all bury our heads in the sand

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pinpan · 13/08/2012 21:02

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WeeSooty · 14/08/2012 13:39

I?ve tried to send pm?s to everyone who wants to join the facebook group. If I?ve missed you please shout!! I am soo un technical minded! Just caught up about people being able to see the group, so annoying! I can?t do anything till I get home! Work computer bans facebook, I?ve been fiddling about on my phone but can?t sort anything. Grrr! Sorry about that!

Welcome to the thread Thumb :)

Maketea I love the story about your wee boy?s visit to the dentist! Sooo cute!!

loopy I?ve been to my NHS antenatal classes and to be honest didn?t find out that much that I didn?t already know. We have an NCT class this weekend, not overly looking forward to it! The thing I?ve found the best from the NHS classes was the tour round the hospital, could you call your hospital and ask for just a tour?

Angelico Have you tried acupuncture? I cannot stop singing its praises! 6 wee needles, ½ an hour and my hip pain is a million times better! Really recommend it!

I?ve been trying hypno birthing CD as well, but I keep falling asleep, not sure that is the point!!

Well I?ve decided after all my ignoring things last week I might actually have to stand up for myself. The same person at work told me that I look like an ompa lumpa I?m so big and when I told her I was measuring fine she kinda went, pfft like she didn?t belive me. I want to scream! I?m 32 weeks measuring 32cms. That?s ok isn?t it? Will I have a huge baby? What does it really matter if I do??!!

Argh! Anyway I will woosh home tonight and see if I can sort this group out!

elvislives2012 · 14/08/2012 15:27

Wow it's busy on here today! Must be the new thread and it's giving birth connotations! sooty I am 30 weeks and measuring 30cms and people keep telling me I'm massive too!!! Ignore them, they're probably not used to seeing you with a bump! I don't think it means you're going to have a massive baby at all.
Could u email me the link to FB group, too? I did ask earlier but I think the thread is moving so quickly, I probably got missed. Thank you :)

WeeSooty · 14/08/2012 16:39

Phew home!

Ok I have changed the group to closed, so anyone can see the group and know who is in it but only members can see posts. Is that ok?

The other option is secret, so only members can see the group. Would people prefer that?

I am just about to sit and admire the cute little baby grows I bought today to cheer myself up! What size is everyone getting? I got newborn but its only up to 7lbs 6, that?s quite small so not sure if I should get the bigger size!

Bear1984 · 14/08/2012 17:34

Ooo what's this Facebook group? Can I join? Grin

Anyone else just hating this weather? Oh my goodness it's driving me nuts, I'm just not sleeping at nights now. I'm lucky if I get to sleep any earlier than 4am. I have also been bitten four times by a mosquito on my legs so they're itchy as heck. Like I don't have enough to deal with lol.

Have ordered my dress for the wedding! Here if you'd like to take a look. Hope it's nice and fits and is comfortable. Should have it tomorrow. Have also booked for my hair to be done next Wednesday.

newtonupontheheath · 14/08/2012 17:37

Thanks wee I just had an email telling me Smile

I didn't buy babygrows that small when DS was born but I did find the ones we bought "newborn" were massive on him! He was 7lb 15oz when he was born,which is probably about average... And every lb extra on the label at that size is quite a lot of room. I'm not sure whether that makes sense but I know what I mean Grin So even if baby is bigger than 7lb 6oz, there should still be room in them.

I gave away an ikea bag full of DS's newborn/0-3 clothes to a friend that had an unexpected 4th baby after she'd got rid of everything...but the "baby" drawer is looking pretty healthy with the mix of new and hand-me-downs. Its so exciting! I even re-washed all of the cot bedding (even though it's been put back in exactly the same drawer it came from Blush )

newtonupontheheath · 14/08/2012 17:39

Sorry bear cross posted with you there! Love the dress, I'm going to order a few from Asos tomorrow (pay day!) for the wedding we have in September. I didn't look at new look, but will do now Wink

pinpan · 14/08/2012 19:23

Nice dress, Bear!

I've been totally busted on facebook - I hadn't even told it I was pregnant, and then DH said my post waving at you all came up on his feed. Blush So I went and deleted it, but not before at least one person spotted it. Grin I don't mind being closed or secret though, the world is going to know soon enough now! And I really only hadn't told facebook because I was being a bit hormonal and petulant and thinking that people only deserved to know if they bothered actually getting in touch with me.

Been awake since half four, with a record 4 toilet visits between 11 and 4.30, and have now given up (at half six) to eat breakfast. My pyjamas feel looser though, so maybe this baby is finally deciding to head south? I will hold onto that thought. Smile

Go and bash your stupid work colleague weesooty, she's clearly an idiot.

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Bubblebell1 · 14/08/2012 19:34

Hi girls.

Hope everyone is well,
I've got my growth scan tomorrow because unfortunately I do have a huge bump.
Some creep one kept saying that I look like a weeble. I thought bloody cheek. His partner is twice the size of me even while I'm pg. I did rise above it. I just looked at him like he was something on my shoe.

I am ridiculously excited about seeing the baby again and I'm convinced they will tell me that it's now a boy and not a girl anymore. Blush

I'm looking forward to putting my scan pics on fb Grin

GizzyBoo · 14/08/2012 20:12

Yoohoo.....hello new thread!

Please may someone send me a link to the FB group Smile

Been so busy/fed up/hormonal/tired that I have hardly been around for ages.
Found myself waddling like a duck for the last week and struggling to lift my left leg when I walk so I kind of drag it along with me Blush Found out at antenatal today that baby is already settling down in to my pelvis and is most likely pressing on a nerve. Apart from that everything is looking good for 32 weeks. Baby growth has slowed down a wee bit and I'm now measuring to my dates.

I was told last week by DD friend I was looking huge and was I sure there was only 1 in there! I have since been told by 2 other people that I look really neat and tidy and have a lovely bump Hmm I just nod and smile now.

Ooooooh my cot mattress came today so I promptly set up the cot and moses basket.....eeeek it looks so cute Grin

goodsenseofdirection · 14/08/2012 22:02

hello ladies!

Wow, lots to catch up on today :) i'd love to join the facebook group too - please would someone send a link?

All the bump comments people are getting are so insensitive. I've had a few myself but not in the last week or so. bubble hope the growth scan goes well tomorrow and sooty i'd definitely be more direct than that with your evil cow of a lovely work colleague!! i can't believe she said you are like an oompa loompa!!! Angry i'd probably lose it at her in a highly unprofessional way.

bear i had a sleepless night too with the warm weather - and plus the bump is now beginning to feel rather uncomfortable. Can't imagine what the last month will be like but i'm sure we'll all get through it!

Exciting news from me is that all seems to be on for exchange tomorrow and moving next wednesday! Grin slightly scary due to the work involved in new house but we have a plan to get just enough done in time for baby arriving.
And our bednest cot arrived today - bought on ebay - so that's one more thing organised. Grin can't wait to put it up in the new place Grin

Angelico · 14/08/2012 23:14

Thanks for the tip WeeSooty - will see if we have one locally :) And sympathy to CaptainHetty and anyone else with hip / back pain etc - it sucks :( Not long to go now...

Angelico · 14/08/2012 23:15

And goodsense - we are moving next week too - good luck with it! :)

WeeSooty · 15/08/2012 07:56

Morning all

How is everyone?

I was really sick last night :( Not impressed. Was slightly worried as I could feel my bump tightening and it was so painful as I was being sick (tmi sorry) and got a little panicky, which didn?t help the being sick! But I seem ok this morning, just tired and still not quite right.

Bear That dress looks lovely, should be nice and cool!

Thanks for the reassurance about the baby grows Newton I spent quite a while last night looking at them and just thinking that soon I will have a baby! Not sure it has sunk in yet!

bubble Good luck with the scan! Can?t wait to see the picture!

Gizzy Good to see you back but sorry that you are not feeling so great :( Can?t belive we?re at the setting up cot stage already!!!

goodsense Wow that was quick work on the move!! That?s brilliant!

Have decided that if evil girl at work says anything today I am going to try really really hard to be brave and use the mumsnet standard ?Did you mean to be so rude?. Hopefully won?t start an argument but should get her to shut up!! Wish me luck!!!

Thumbwitch · 15/08/2012 08:08

WeeSooty - does Evilgirl have any actual experience of pregnancy herself or is she talking out of her arse from a vast stance of ignorance? Because you could just say pityingly "this is normal, you know." Along with the "did you mean to be so rude?" of course Grin

I am knackered today, not entirely sure why. Woke up tired, was tired after taking DS to preschool, had a nap at lunchtime and was still tired when I woke up from that, and am still tired now. I know I'm old (45) but really! :(

ThunderboltKid · 15/08/2012 08:17

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GizzyBoo · 15/08/2012 08:37

Morning Ladies.

Thanks for the PM WeeSooty Smile I have sent a request to join.
I think the sickiness and upset tummy is due to the slow down in digestion and just the lack of space we now have for storing food. I have almost given up on meals and seem to just graze now. I find eating a dinner really uncomfortable now. I hope you feel better today Thanks

goodsense and Angelico you are both completely nuts to be moving house Grin but I wish you both the best of luck. I just don't know how you have the energy. I bet it will be worth it all when you feel settled and can get nesting next week.

Bear I love that dress. I don't think I can get away with buying anything maternity at 33 weeks though when I really don't need it and wont be going anywhere to wear it. I just want something pretty though!

I hope you have a lovely holiday Thunder but I really don't envy you the 6 hour car journey!

Well my 3 go back to school tomorrow! YAY Blush
I am so ready to have the house back to myself and a bit of normality back. I do like my routine and feel it all goes to pot when they are off for almost 7 weeks.

LoopyLa · 15/08/2012 09:23

Hi girls

Thank you all MissPolly/HeyMicky/Weesooty & everyone else so much for the advice on antenatal classes, feel a bit calmer now Smile

Bear that's a gorgeous dress, it was on my short list too but ended up with long maxi instead. And yes, fed up with heat & insect bites & prolific sweating, sleeplessness, all the chuffing time. First time ever that I'm saying "roll on Autumn"!! Confused

Bubblebell a weeble!?? How rude are they? Shock

Please can I join f/b group? Smile

Congrats to goodsense & Angelico for moving news!! Yay! Have a Biscuit as its a bit early for Wine

So I'm waiting impatiently for my bloods to be taken in local hospital. The doors opened at 8.30 but I was told 9 so there's already a full, cramped, overly warm waiting room full of people (at 8.50am!?!) ...so waiting in huge, empty, 'minor injuries' unit with tv on & huge fan, it's fab!! Grin Plus it gives me a chance to catch up with you lovely people Smile

WeeSooty · 15/08/2012 10:48

There is a back story to evil girl. She has had numerous attempts at ivf and eventually had a son. However she is desperate for more children and has been unable to have any. She has recently decided not to have any more ivf. She gets very upset when babies come into the office. So I do cut her some slack when she is being nasty but I think there is only so much I can take!

Oooh thunder bump in the sand plan sounds fantastic!!! Hope you have a fab holiday!

gizzy I am feeling a wee bit better thanks. You will be looking forward to getting your own space back tomorrow. I'm pleased the schools are back, means when I go to the shops at lunch they are nice and quiet!

loopy hope you got on ok with your bloods :)

I am so excited today, guy came to measure for kitchen this morning and we will have a new kitchen next week!!! Wooo!! Plus I'm covering reception this morning which is a good chance to chill and read my kindle!

pinpan · 15/08/2012 11:51

Nice to see you Gizzy!

Thunder, I've been sneakily lying forwards across my giant beanbag every now and then - I can't wait to be able to roll over in bed and lie completely flat on my tummy again. Smile

I got into the office this morning and there was a huge bag of maternity clothes in there! No note or email, so I'm not entirely sure which kind soul has donated them to me. Hmm Very nice though!

Definitely beginning to try hard not to eat large meals anymore - I can still fit them in, but oh how uncomfortable the bump feels afterwards. Sad But I got a parcel from an English friend full of wispas and fudges yesterday so grazing on those all day long is not so bad. Wink DH says "it's not too late to get gestational diabetes." Grin

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MakeTeaNotWar · 15/08/2012 11:54

hello! I just want to announce that I had a glass of sauvignon blanc last night and it was bloody lovely.

As you were.

LoopyLa · 15/08/2012 12:13

I'm not usually a slave to my hormones & I've been so lucky up til now in my pregnancy BUT...just had huge crying fit because I feel utterly miserable, constantly sweating & uncomfortable & feel like I just want to hide out for the next 10 weeks Sad Sad

Supposed to be having my legs waxed tomorrow & pedicure in prep for a wedding on Saturday & really don't want to be pampered or go to the wedding. I feel ridiculous & not myself at all...

Pass the tissues & a Wine please Maketea

Thumbwitch · 15/08/2012 12:22

pinpan - if eating chocolate > gestational diabetes, then I would have it by now! (and I don't, I've been tested twice and am fine) I have a bit of a G&B habit - and since I can't get my favourite (milk and almond) locally any more (fecking Coles! Hmm), I have to make do with the cocoa-rich milk chocolate and tend to eat it at the rate of a bar a day--

I had a glass of pink fizz at the weekend, MakeTea - it was also bloody lovely! Grin

Loopy - I had a day like that yesterday. Today was a day of utter lethargy. I'd pass on the waxing though - I find my skin's more sensitive when I'm pg, how about you?

Thumbwitch · 15/08/2012 12:22

Ah feckit - strikeout fail!!

Thumbwitch · 15/08/2012 12:23

Try again:
pinpan - if eating chocolate --> gestational diabetes, then I would have it by now! (and I don't, I've been tested twice and am fine) I have a bit of a G&B habit - and since I can't get my favourite (milk and almond) locally any more (fecking Coles!Hmm), I have to make do with the cocoa-rich milk chocolate
and tend to eat it at the rate of a bar a day

HeyMicky · 15/08/2012 12:27

Ha, I have a (small) glass of wine at least twice a week. Happy mummy, happy baby!

Checkup yesterday and Little G is beautifully positioned, and measuring a fraction small Ridiculous wait for appointment, though - Loopy I nicked outside and had a snooze in the car while I waited for mine.

pinpan and thumbwitch maybe we need to set up some kind of UK-Antipodean sweets exchange. I'm offering chocolate bars of your choice for Minties and Cheery Ripes