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November 2012 - but that's the month after next

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StuntNun · 16/09/2012 06:33

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DesperateHousewife21 · 20/09/2012 16:29

Think baby has moved position, she feels alot higher up and the top of my bump feels bruised because it's suddenly being pushed against.

Izzybuzzybuzzybees · 20/09/2012 16:40

Have just caught up so thought I'd post so I can place mark. Ive dropped DD off at granny's house where she will be staying over :-) I would have taken a wee nap but dishwasher is broken and not draining so need to wait on repair man, a 4 hr slot!!

kissyfur · 20/09/2012 17:48

missmummy I think I'd be pretty fuming if I were u. Especially as this is your first baby. We only had 1 NHS antenatal class when PG with DD if I remember rightly but DP did come with me.

I'm pretty annoyed with DP at the moment because he seems to always be working, and having to work weekends. We'd made plans to go to Ikea tonight but now he doesn't want to go as he's got work to do tonight. And on Sunday we'd made plans to go to his parents for lunch, and finish off the bedroom we've been decorating. But now his boss has told him he HAS to work. I think his company are taking the piss tbh! He's not contracted to work weekends!! He's getting day off in lieu but that's on monday when i'll be at work! AngryAngry sorry for the rant just fuming right now. I'm starting to find if really hard looking after DD on my own at weekends when I'm 7 months PG, and I need to take it easy for health reasons! Not happy Sad

Hope u get the jury service postponed VQ that's terrible timing eh

MissMummy1 · 20/09/2012 17:52

Horsey he's compromised and said he'll do the postnatal one even though it's on his birthday. I'm fairly sure our nhs ones will be a waste of time too but I want to at least give them a try.

I'm not too bothered about my mum's wedding bad daughter. They had originally planned to do it abroad and it's a very small family affair. My mum understands why I can't go and doesn't have any problems with it at all. I'd like to go but understand it's one of those things. I didn't go to my dads wedding 3 years ago either (and that was a huge deal) so at least he won't think I'm playing favourites.

I've gone to work and left dh a list of suggestions of jobs he can do around the house this evening. Will see if he takes note that I need him to help out a bit more. I hate feeling pathetic and useless but I'm still annoyed with him so deliberately put all the horrible jobs I've been putting off.

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StuntNun · 20/09/2012 18:08

Fatima I recommend a Labrador but they're only good for hoovering up food. I got a Miele last week and if you have it on the highest setting then it won't actually move, even when the bag is full, it's the one with 2,200 motor for extra suction.

VQ my childminder deferred her jury service by getting me to write a letter in saying that I couldn't make alternative arrangements for childcare. So I think they're fairly sympathetic to people that genuinely can't do it.

I have really bad heartburn today. I wish the small people in the house would stop leaving toys and detritis on the floor. Angry

I'm a bit nervous atm as DH is off to Japan on Saturday and last time he was in Japan I had a miscarriage. It's so stupid the things that you worry about. But I'll also have to handle the kids by myself for nine days which will be a bit tough. I don't know how single parents cope all the time. I wish I had family a bit nearer to help out, even just to take them out for the day but that ain't gonna happen so I'll just have to get on with it.

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horseylady · 20/09/2012 18:21

Oh I'd feel the same lol I was just surprised at the number of people I'd spoken too Who's dp didn't attend!! And who found it a waste of time.

I've really enjoyed the classes we've done - I was just trying to make you feel better!! Dh has got a lot out of them!! Maybe tell him that!!

Passmethecrisps · 20/09/2012 18:29

vq are we both forth valley? I got booked in for my classes at my 28 week appointment. I can post the link to the online tour later of you like? It is hard to find.

misslaughalot · 20/09/2012 18:48

Ok, am looking for wise words from you lovely ladies.

Friends of mine, who've been TTC their first child for 4 years finally made it to their 12 week scan last week on their second round of IVF with a donor. I've known they were pregnant since 5 weeks, and they've been very excited but keeping it very hush until last week. However, she's had her Downs results today and they've come back as 1:8.

I'm trying to get them to focus on the 7 out of 8 chance that it won't have Downs, and either way they're going to have a gorgeous baby and they'll cope. I don't think she's quite ready to hear that it's not the end of the world if it is the 1 in 8.

How else can I support them?

ValiumQueen · 20/09/2012 18:50

It is getting really hard managing the little ones. DH has been working a lot more at weekends recently, and evenings too. Either he is trying to avoid a hormonal grumpy wife or having an affair Grin

ValiumQueen · 20/09/2012 18:55

Yes pass we are practically neighbours! I sent you a wee message on FB when I noticed your location on your post.

misslaughalot not sure what to say really. I have not had any tests as I know I will be high risk, and would not risk the pregnancy with an amnio, and would not terminate. Getting a tad nervous now, but there have been no soft markers, heart fine, femur length fine etc. Just be a willing ear of they need one. And show you care.

NervousAt20 · 20/09/2012 19:26

misslaugh I think your doing all you can to offer support at the minute, your friend might just need you to be there to listen to her fears and when she's had time to digest the info and speak with her DH then still have your support

DP off out tonight so chinease for one and an early night with the WHOLE bed to myself and the dog and a DVD I think Smile

Passmethecrisps · 20/09/2012 19:39

Did you?! Hang on . . .

Passmethecrisps · 20/09/2012 19:57

Got it! I have replied.

Here is the link to the delivery room and en-suite room

www.360pix.biz/tours/nhs/forthvalley2/

Izzybuzzybuzzybees · 20/09/2012 20:02

I didn't realise there were a of us in Scotland! I'm jealous of those going to forth valley, it has an m&s cafe in it doesn't it!!!??

georgee · 20/09/2012 20:04

There are blimmin loads of us in Scotland! I'd suggest a meet up if Scotland wasn't so HUGE ...

TheDetective · 20/09/2012 20:04

I think DP has poisoned me with his curry for our tea! I feel very nauseous, hot, sweating, and um, my bowels may just explode Confused

I have to go to work in 5 minutes.... crap.

NervousAt20 · 20/09/2012 20:08

Reading a thread about signing with babies any done it or plan on going to the classes?

kirrinIsland · 20/09/2012 20:31

nervous i made a half hearted attempt at signing with DD, and it was useful to a point - she still uses the sign for hungry, but to be honest the point where the penny dropped and she started to actually do the signs was the point when she also started talking! A friend, on the other hand, really made an effort with her son and he could make himself understood about pretty much anything as a result. It is lovely to see and I kind of wish I'd tried harder with it, but I'm not sure how useful it really is - probably very much depends on the child.

Passmethecrisps · 20/09/2012 20:32

There really are lots of us jocks here. The new hospital seems ace - starbucks and M&S as well as nice actual facilities obviously.

Yikes detective sounds a bit scary. I hope you are ok

Can't help, nervous.

NervousAt20 · 20/09/2012 20:46

It's not something I've thought of doing, I think it's going to need to much persistence for me and trying to get in to a routine with a baby and managing home just don't think it would be my cup of tea, I do want to go to some baby groups

ValiumQueen · 20/09/2012 21:03

Free parking at Forth Valley too. And plenty of it, most of the time.

Baby signing. Bought the book, tried with DD1, and the only thing she 'got' was the sign for my brother. Me has a goatee beard, and his name was a stroke of the beard. She still does it Smile

Found the nursery this afternoon, and the elusive snuggle pod. Still to find the snow suit. It will turn up eventually, no doubt after it is too small.

ValiumQueen · 20/09/2012 21:04

He has a goatee. Not me. Honest Blush

MissMummy1 · 20/09/2012 21:04

Where in Scotland is everyone? I didn't realise there were so many of us either! I live under the forth rail bridge in North Queensferry. Right under it. No chance of my baby being a light sleeper if the theory of noisy houses is to be believed!

Amazingly everything on DHs job list. Not to my standard, but it's done so I can't justify being angry with him anymore!

GTbaby · 20/09/2012 21:09

With just Iver 5 weeks to go i Haven't packed bag n no birth plan. Can I count on sods law? If I don't pack then baby will come ( a few days) early.

I don't know if it's a cant be bothered thing or I'm lazy or I'm in denial!

Maybe I'll pack my bag this weekend? But then no point in packing till I have everything ie pads, knickers etc. I've looked at breast pads in stores n just get confused and thing "hmm put it off for a few more weeks" then it'll be too late n DH will have to go get them! Ha

Sounds like a plan Grin

Passmethecrisps · 20/09/2012 21:14

Total denial here too GT

I am in Stirling. Work in fife

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