The nice weather is making us crave burning meat on an outdoor fire, maternity leave is causing headache, and we are all soldiering on as the heat is getting to us - here is JS 26!

[Fattycow]

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the 26th grads thread... celebrating the success of Just Shagging in getting us viroids upduffed!

For those that don't know, a 'viroid' is from the original JSing thread 1, where someone was trying to type ladies (in reference to all the JSing ladies), but their phone decided to call us all viroids instead!

The name stuck and we've been the JSing viroids ever since.

The thread we have graduated from is here in its 42nd outing. WARNING: they're all a bit kerazy not to mention randy!

There is also a Just Mumming thread in postnatal clubs here for once your babies come along, or to keep up with the graduated graduates!

There is also a private facebook group (so it doesn't give the game away in your news feed!)... if you want to join to see photos of new babies etc, just ask in-thread!

Here is the stats list, please update your own spot with any updates: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oLJqpadAb2givKYq8OJfGCti3s6xzsTGlI-GoaBfM_M/edit?pli=1#gid=0

I've seen a few videos of trained cats Dulcet, so I thought I'd give it a go! Reckon it is good for their brains. Big cat is good at it but little cat is well spesh.

pixie, I bought a MacBook last year and got rid of the desktop. But I can still play all my Sims games, as you can download them from the website if you have the installation codes. You know, the long code at the back of the booklet inside the dvd-case.
I haven't played in ages either... I really want to, but I also want to catch up on some series and on my reading!

My cats come to call and are trained not to go on certain surfaces in house. I trained them with positive reinforcement clicker training. They are also trained to have claws clipped.

If I call my cats out the window when no sign of them they come within 2 mins. It's entertaining to see where they emerge from! Usually my neighbours garden who hates cats...

I trained my horse with clicker also. He would go backwards on command pick up feet for me. It's not had to do but just takes patience.

Not a game fan but I say go for it!

My face is glued to pillow. Need to get up. Hips are v sore now in mornings from lying on them.

I didn't realise we are meant to take pink notes wherever we go - did you? I got told off by mat unit yesterday when I phoned coz I said they were at home and I was at work

It's friiiiiiiiiidaaaaaay!

God I love Friday

Bought these for baby nursery. I was v picky as I refuse to buy animals that are anatomically incorrect or unrealistic! (wildlife biologist)

These are as close as I could get and are v cute. They arrive today so I'm going to put them up tomorrow

I remember getting moaned at when I didn't have my pregnancy notes. If they were more hand bag sized then yes Id carry them everywhere but they aren't and they're big and a4. When I was pregnant last year there was so much in mine it was in a big green NHS folder. This year ive just got the thin book which apparently covers everything. Only problem is this time is that it's battered to death as DD enjoys chewing the corners so much!
Omg I completely forgot you could buy and download off the sims website!! ???? think I might have to download it over the weekend and have a little play when DD goes to bed! DP and I used to have rainy game afternoons when we first got together and I was pregnant, he'd play on his Xbox and Id play on my laptop. Don't think the Xbox had even seen daylight for the past year and a half! And we've only been together nearly 2 years (v. Quick pregnancy- got caught 2 weeks after being together -for those of you that are new here )
Never had to train cats being all allergic to them but I admire anyone that can!

They're cute la :)

tee I get the marketing emails too and still get the urge, but can't play one handed! Also I can't play casually, I'm a hard core min-maxing raider, so I lost every hour to it before, either raiding, or prepping for raids. So again I say....don't do it, be strong!

Aw la I love those! Very cute!!

I almost have the opposite issue with notes, I've dragged them to every appointment, consultant, anaesthetist, ortho, physio, gp and midwife, and the occasions at epu and no bugger aside from the midwife was interested! And mine are huge now, so not something I can just pop in my bag when I go to the shops. Maybe I need a bigger bag!!
I'm not in a guild anymore zyla and I missed most of Mists of panderia, think my spriest is level 83 at the moment, so I've got quite a bit of catching up to do so no raiding for me for a while. I could just have a bit of a casual grind.... Sort my tailoring out.... I don't miss raid prep at all (bloody fish feasts....) but I DO miss raiding. I do know my class got seriously nerfed after LK tho, and I used to enjoy being a big hitter dps wise so I'm just going to have a tiny read up on what's good for the new expansion.....

Hmmmmm....

I say don't do it. I have serious guilt about how much I play on my phone, never mind a computer game. Plus kids copy what they see and it's hard enough to get them off computers these days. Plus you then won't be able to shout at your men for ignoring the baby and doing the same thing. And believe me, you will want to shout. spoilsport

That's really cute La. I must sort this one's bedroom as she'll be in it soon enough.

I never took notes anywhere unless I was going over an hour away from home.

I didn't think we would need our notes with us until nearer the end!

Love the stickers la. I had seen those ones but I think I want less animals. Was thinking of this one but moving the giraffe to the other side of the wall.

Generally my cats are quite good. They are at least trained enough to know they shouldn't get on the sides or go upstairs and the vast majority of the time they don't. I caveat that though as kitten was caught upstairs this morning - but she was only looking for us. She gets lonely in the morning when she knows we are upstairs!

You are talking another language there tee! I just got Netflix to see me through mat leave - thanks to a free upgrade on our BT vision box!

tee I was a Healy priest, of whichever variety suited the particular fight, though holy at heart! I stopped just before panderia, was in a world top 25 guild before that so raided 25 mans 5 or 6 nights a week. I sort of miss it, but also like having my life back lol.
Also agree with what wil says about kids copying

My cats are okay(ish). Two are pretty well behaved and come when called. My Bengal however could not give a flying fuck what I ask her to do unless it involves a slab of raw meat. She does give the best cuddles though (is currently nestled under my arm) I'm too soft with them anyway, and I hate to admit Mr tee was right, having them shut downstairs at night has been a lot better sleep wise, and we've been able to have some windows open etc. I just get terrible guilt when we round them all up before bed.

Woah I'm late joining in after 138 posts! Excited to see that pud and jcandy have joined us, congrats!

Last day in UK today, back to the land of sand tomorrow, will be sad to leave everyone. And next time I see family I'll have a child! omg!

Bought pram and all that malarkey yesterday, mega early I know as I am only 15-16 weeks (closer to 15 I think, don't believe new date) but it is cheaper to buy here and more choice. All felt very weird to say I'm still convinced that at my next docs appt they will say they made a mistake and had left the last lady's video up on the screen at my 3 scans and I'm not actually pregnant!

Going back a few posts to the bf chat - I was chatting to my sis about it last night as she is a nearly qualified midwife and asked if I plan to breastfeed, I said that I would like to but know not everyone can. She said that actually everyone can, it's just a lot harder for some people than others - like she said what about the women in remote areas of random countries, they don't have the option of formula so have to make it work.

My mum said she couldn't bf me as she didn't have enough milk but apparently there will be eventually even if not at first. Sister said she would never say to her ladies that they have to bf or that they should persevere when they feel like they can't as it is a personal choice but that everyone is capable of it whether easily or with more effort. So I would say that if it is important to you and doesn't come easily then keep at it.

Can we just be a bit careful with Bf chat? I think it's best to agree that if you want to, then give it a bash. Yes it's not easy, not one jot, and it will not suit everyone, but NOT everyone can breastfeed. Things that can interfere with breastfeeding include: being induced, having flat nipples, beta-blockers as well as mastitis and blocked milk ducts etc. Also, Even if everyone could breastfeed, IMO some babies just aren't v good at it!

Also, there is a condition called Insufficient Glandular Tissue -which admittedly is v rare, but I think being told by my midwife with DS that 'Everyone can Breastfeed' was not one jot helpful.

Formula is not poison and your baby will not 'hate' you. There is no shame in switching to formula - every drop of BM your baby has, and any time spent nuzzling your tits etc will help boost immune system etc anyway

Yes kato I have to say I know of a few people who physically haven't been able to. My best mate couldn't as her milk didn't come in. She wanted to but just couldn't and it upset her. She got on fine with ff though hence her advice to me the other day.

I'm going to give it a go definitely and see if I can do it

Yes, for sure some people can't~ feed - drugs, tongue tie and troublesome baby stuff are the main reasons. If there wasn't this mad attitude to BF/FF then people would feel a lot more comfortable saying, 'we tried but it wasn't working for us so we switched' - rather than 60% of the feeding population claiming insufficient milk, which is rare as hen's teeth.

Glad everything is good with miniLa

I miss The Sims - I lost many months of my life to that game...haven't played since DD was born though.

Taking another 'see what happens' approach to feeding, same as birth. I've inherited and been bought stuff for both, so I've got options. As long as he gets fed, I don't really mind by which medium it comes by! Same as I don't really mind how he makes his entrance, as long as he turns up and doesn't wreck my foof, and isn't overdue. We're all different tho, and I really appreciate that doing things a certain way is important to some ladies, I think the culture of demonising women who have 'failed' to give birth naturally/without intervention/pain relief, and then the subsequent 'failure' to BF is just mental. You grew a fucking human. You haven't failed at anything.

I've eaten three croissants this morning. Serious pastry hankering. When I was awake at the crack of dawn I wanted Black Forest gateaux. A whole one. I'm thinking about making a cake, but I'm worried I'll have a hormonal meltdown if it goes wrong so I might just buy one and eat it instead. All,of it. And then hide the box in shame.

Ok so the WoW talk went straight over my head!

Feel very emotional today. Crying at everything. Also means that I've changed stance completely from my positivity yesterday and I'm terrified of mc again. doesn't help that I poa digi this morning and it said 2-3 weeks same as last week, I know I know

Step away from the wee sticks candy - they will do you no good! Also there's the hook effect thing where lines are fainter etc - Chat or Mountain might be able to explain better!
easy for me to say keep up the positivity, but remember, today you are pregnant! This is a Good Thing :) xx

This is why JC! It's all fun pissing on stuff when TTC but it's not fun when actually pregnant. Just stop, it is normal for lines to get lighter and digi's are shit anyway. Mine faded, but was hook effect as mentioned. It's not a bad thing so please don't automatically think the worst.

(That is tough love by the way, not unkindness! I know it's not that easy)

I have been considering if it is pastry Friday all morning tee. I think you just helped make my mind.

I agree kato that's why I made a point of saying in my post that half of my nct group are formula feeding for various reasons and that all the babies are healthy and happy. Sorry if I've upset anyone.

tee I had a pg meltdown when making chocolate and ginger cheesecake, I dropped my bowl of melted chocolate on the floor, it broke, the chocolate went all over and immediately solidified making it really hard to clean up. DH had to sort it as I was sitting down sobbing my heart out! I redid that bit and it was lovely in the end

Thanks guys just what I needed! It's such a scary place isn't it! Have a feeling I'm never going to stop worrying again!

Oh zyla! At least you remade it and it turned out well, I'd cry if I dropped chocolate too even before I was pregnant....

Ugh. Having such a bad day

Had an argument with my boss, over email, and I think I over stepped the mark. The woman is a complete nightmare, we are meant to share a workload and cover each other for holidays etc. I work full time and she pops in most afternoons.

She has booked her nose job (seriously) for a week when I am on holiday and left me a note saying could I rearrange as she cannot do it any other week before my maternity leave as she is busy (with her hobby which is her only concern in her life).

We share a secretary too but I came in today and she has left her a whole day's work on her personal admin (sorting out her next holiday, insurance for her rental properties and paying her plastic surgeon). I am so angry, I cried, and then sent a stroppy email. I got a pathetic response and was told she would cover me this afternoon so I can go home and relax - by cover, she means print my emails and take messages which will be waiting for me on Monday.

I just can't do it all, especially at the moment and I am so worried about what is going to happen when I go on mat leave.

Sorry for ranting, I think I just needed to get it off my chest!!