January 2015 - New Year, New Baby, New Thread! #2

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Thread #2 for the January droppers.

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Oui, bonjour Mademoiselle :)

Thank you. Yes we do feel like we're owed one now but really worried as we've had such bad luck so far

haq I think jacuzzis, hot tubs, sauna steam room etc are all no go areas. I'm sure if you called centre parcs they'd be able to tell you. I remember going on a spa day with my sister when she was pregnant and she was only really going in the pool.

Yikes shallan I hadn't thought of that! Hmmm

Oh poo, I was hoping that wasn't the case. Thanks camsie30 and sonics, I'll give them a ring. Now how to explain to my friend who isn't on our 'to-tell' list... :) She'll probably work it out!

What's everyone up to today then?
I've woken up with no spring (again) but am expecting some as the morning goes on like yesterday!
I'm going to try and keep myself busy today to help time pass quicker but also trying to take it easy!
It's lovely and sunny here! Hope you all have a fun day!

Haq. I went to center parcs spa when I was pregnant with dc1 and I told them and they gave me a different colour band to wear. Basically an I'm pregnant band! I had a lovely day though, went in the pool, the foot spa, the relaxation rooms and the warm stone beds. I didn't feel like I missed out but if you think you will, you could always book a treatment?

Haquoi123 I went to a spa last weekend. I couldn't have a treatment (apart from a pedicure) but I did go briefly in the steam rooms. I think as long as you go in there for 5 mins at a time and don't get too hot you are ok. I just thought it was similar to being in a hot steamy Asian country and they have babies all the time! Missed out on a the drinking though! Rubbish.

Blurgh, 7+1 today and feel sick! Got my scan date though, 20th June - it cannot come quick enough. Just want to see a heartbeat xxx

Haq I went to Center Parcs spa last year with a pregnant friend. We phoned up beforehand and they have a special 'pregnancy rate' of only £10 I think because there's a fair bit you shouldn't use - they will tell you when you get there what is safe. At least you're not paying full whack for half an experience and you can spend the extra on cake in the cafe .
Not sure how you'll hide that from your friend though...!

Morning all and welcome newbies! Off to gym this morning then shopping this afternoon. Took my ds to speedway last night....really tiring all that standing around! Hope ladies with spotting not worrying too much and be comforted that it is quite normal in early stages. Xx

Howdy all...just saying hello! BFP on Tuesday, our first, EDD 20th Jan!!

V excited. Hope everyone is well

Morning!
Those gardening today, don't forget the gloves!!!
Looking forward to sitting in the sun and maybe knitting some more of my baby blanket today. I had to cast on three times before I got it right and now only done 1 row. Might be slow work after all...

Happy sunny morning, everyone!

Hurrah for a strong heartbeat, fancy! How wonderful for you guys.

Good luck for your scan today, tilly! Like you I have a phobia of sick too, so I'm keeping everything crossed I can avoid too much nausea. I think I had my first wave of it after a pizza dinner last night, though. Bleurgh, yuck. I guess knowing that it's not some horrid contagious illness but for an ultimately wonderful reason might make it more bearable? That's what I'm telling myself, anyway! Fingers crossed it passes us by.

Welcome, newbies. And hello, sonics! Your story sounds really similar to ours - we've been trying 4 years, and were due to start IVF next month when I was completely taken by surprise by my BFP. This pregnancy is about 3 years since my last one, but I lost that at 5 weeks, so at 5+3 I'm already feeling lucky to be more pregnant than I've ever been. Fingers crossed this is the one for both of us! It's been a long time coming. I'm also having an early scan at 8 weeks.

haquoi you've put me in the mood for a spa day now. In fact, for some pampering in general! I've also been sooooo thirsty. I kept waking last night and downing pints of water every time feeling completely parched.

OMG BOOBS. My boobs are exploding, and as a relatively small-chested person this is all kinds of weird and amazing. Or it would be totally amazing if they weren't so incredibly SORE.

And why does no talk about how amazing orgasms are in pregnancy? My word, this is one pregnancy symptom I'm LOVING.

haq - I'm a beauty therapist and have worked in a lot of spas. Basically anything that is extreme heat is best avoided. You should also avoid massage in the first trimester as it can be quite stmulating, even if they use a plain oil. After the first trimester it's safe to have massage but only by someone who is trained in pregnancy techniques and know which oils are safe. Facials are ok if they aren't using anything with high levels of fruit acids or vitamin a, best to go to for one using fairly natural products.
Hope you all have a lovely weekend!

Wow such a lot to catch up on! Sorry to hear your sad news scoops

Congrats on your happy scan mademoiselle and welcome back to blighty english and welcome to all the new BFPs- lots of you!

Had an irrational ragey moment yesterday when I wanted all . The. Cheese a la lady c and they only had "lighter halloumi" left. Threw it back in disgust .I want fat cheese! Then I realised cheese is not something I should be getting angry about! ! Crazy preggo lady alert

I bloody love cheese.

I haven't mentioned the orgasms because I haven't had one yet Rum! What with the tiredness, the bloating, the cramps and the constipation I haven't felt particularly in the mood. My aim this weekend is to just go for it though!

I'm still to scared for shagging! Was tempted last night but then felt too sick....

Sex is amazing when pregnant ! Get on it ladies ;)

We were going to try sex this weekend but with the spotting/scare we are having we are waiting until after the scan and then see how we feel. DH is being a star!

Our boys are going away today for a couple of days and sex is defo on the cards for this evening Well as long as the ms stays away anyway

I had not been up for it at all but woke up pretty horny this morning (must have had one of Linda's dreams ) and MY WORD. I want plenty more where that came from over the next few months.

Feel to bleurgh!! But going out shopping for new bras and trousers as had to undo top button at work yesterday. I'm blaming it on bloating not eating lots. I wouldn't do that Carrots are my new friends!

The only thing that seems to be stopping the sickness waves are BBQ flavoured rice cakes. They've kept me functioning in work all week. Trouble is I feel really bloated after 5 days of attacking the rice cakes. Must try an apple or two next time...

Just tried to have sex. Long before we even got there I started getting stabbing pains low down on the left. Obviously this did not put me in the mood (not that I ever felt in the mood) and have stopped, full of worry.

That sucks, fancy. I wouldn't rush it. The worry isn't worth it! I didn't even try to go there till I was feeling rampant today. I'm sure your body will be ready in its own time.

I miss cheese too...

Had to have a cry in the bathroom yesterday because someone took my usual seat at work! It's going to be a long 8 months methinks!

I just want the next two weeks to hurry up so I can see a heartbeat and relax a bit