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Is there a Due in August 2007 Thread?

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londonlou · 25/11/2006 09:37

I have finally got that positive after 6 years of TTC. I checked on a site that calculates due dates for IVF cycles and it gave me the due date of August 3rd. Is there not a thread created yet for August 2007?

Lou

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feedmechristmaspuddingnow · 10/12/2006 18:20

Have just been looking at a website called www.natalhypnotherapy.co.uk for hypnobirthing stuff on vbac and have seen that they do a CD on how to cope with MS. Thought it might be of interest to some of you poorly ladies!

paulaplumpbottom · 10/12/2006 19:15

Just how much Gaviscon can I safely take?

feedmechristmaspuddingnow · 10/12/2006 20:09

Good Question Paula!
Used to get it on prescription with DS but they said I was taking too much and wouldn't give me prescriptions often enough! Had to just go out and buy it myself instead!
And I'm already taking as many Rennie as I'm allowed a day now at only 6wks!! Dread to think what I'll be like in another 6 months time!

paulaplumpbottom · 10/12/2006 23:03

The back of the bottle is very vague

londonlou · 11/12/2006 00:00

evening all! Been thinking about loads of stuff today since I went to the library and got a few books out on childbirth. I'm a bit of a nerd as far as swotting up on stuff goes. I might have mentioned that I;m an IVFer and so was booked in for early scan at 7.5 weeks. Aaaaaanyway, I've read bits here and there about the safety of ultrasound in pregnancy and have decided to cancel the early scan and was also thinking I don't really need the 12 week nhs scan if it's just for dating purposes. But then what to do about nuchal testing? I'm 35 and wonder if I should do this. But am a bit scared of the risk of false positives from all these scans and tests and would like to avoid them if possible. CVS and amniocentesis sound really bad with the associated risks.
Have any of you gals been brooding over these things or is it just me?

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Uki · 11/12/2006 02:21

HELLO EVERYONE

CONGRAT's To Everyone so far, This is going to be a big thread (had a wee catch up) hope there is room for me

Got my BFP today, I am so happy!!!!!!

It will be my second !!!!DS nearly 18 months.

Don't want to mention any negatives but normally have a hard time hanging on to pregnancies. So I'll try not to mention my worries and be as positive as the rest of you.

Some very inspiration stories from Babymad and londonlou big congrat's to you both.

Gardeningirl love the name, are there any other first timers? it's a fantastic time i remember it being so special. Although second feels fantastic too, you just have a little more idea of the journey ahead.

My due date will be 15th I think but cycles were a little out.

Uki · 11/12/2006 02:29

Londonlou I am going to have an early ultrasound, about 8.5 weeks to check baby's heartbeat and check foetus implanted correctly. They really are safe, I remember my 2nd preg I decided not to have one, but it m/c anyway.

Besides it's so great to see, and you also get the photos too. Also thought with IVF they like to check everything, implantation number of babies, etc.

Anyway it is up to you though

paulaplumpbottom · 11/12/2006 07:20

Hi UKI!!!!!!!!!!!! Congrats!!

ChristmasMadwithBump · 11/12/2006 07:28

Morning Ladies!
I'm 5 weeks and 3 days, MS has hit me hard this morning trying everything not to think about it so glad I've spent the last 2 weeks stuffing my face as I don't want to eat anything now as everything turns my tummy, feel like crying abit, but they do say if you have MS it's a good sign of an health PG (bad MS even better, bad MS could even be a sign of more than one, not my cup of tea though). But with the MS fizzy pop is keeping it alittle at bay and if I feel like being sick "smelling salts" stop it in it's tracks, found that one out with DS#2! How long does it last I cant remember? time to get old righting diary's out I think and start a new one for this little one!

Uki Congratulations and welcome!

Babymadxxx

ChristmasMadwithBump · 11/12/2006 07:48

Something I found for MS!

What tried-and-tested remedies will help?

No doubt you're already avoiding any foods and smells that make your stomach churn. To prevent or at least minimise queasiness you may also want to:

? Keep some simple snacks, such as plain biscuits, by your bedside. Then give yourself some extra time in the morning to nibble a few dry biscuits, and then rest for 20 to 30 minutes before getting out of bed.

? Eat small, frequent meals. An empty stomach can increase nausea. Aim for foods high in protein or carbohydrates, as both can help fight nausea.

? Your doctor may suggest taking 50mg of vitamin B6 twice a day, which helps some women, but do check with your doctor before taking it.

? If you're taking an antenatal supplement, try discontinuing it temporarily. If the nausea improves, give yourself a few off and then try taking it again.

? Since iron can be hard on your digestive system, don't take iron supplements unless a blood test shows that you are anaemic. Even then, it's worth trying different brands as some may suit you better than others.

? You may need to eat what and when you fancy for a while, but try to avoid rich, spicy, acidic or fried foods, and eat less fat in general.

? Though it's important to keep yourself well hydrated, try drinking fluids only between meals, and limit them during meals.

? Keep snacks on hand. Try eating small amounts of bland food throughout the day. Good choices include dry biscuits, yoghurt (high in B vitamins, which can decrease nausea), or anything else you can bear to eat.

? Sniff lemons. The smell of a cut lemon may help your nausea. Add some slices to iced tea or sparkling water.

? Drink ginger ale or ginger tea. Ginger is known to settle stomachs and help queasiness.

malodorantemelly · 11/12/2006 07:52

londonlou - you should not worry about the scans, my last pregnancy was twins and I had 4 scans by 12 weeks, then in the last few months every 2 weeks. They are a good idea for checking stuff like the nuchal tests. I have always had all scans with a few extra, it really gives you peace of mind when you see all is as it should be. You wont need any extra testing unless you are at high risk for anything, but don't worry about that yet!

I found sniffing on a vicks nose inhaler thingy helped with my ms, and eating every 2 hours!

paulaplumpbottom · 11/12/2006 09:49

I find that Chai tea really soothes my MS.

lovelybird · 11/12/2006 10:08

Morning all,
well no more bleeding over the weekend so fingers crossed it stays that way. I haven't gone to work today as I would have had a 12 hr day at work today and rushed round like a mad thing so have stayed at home, but do feel guilty, but not enough to make me go in!
Hope everyones OK and had a good weekend. Paula when I was pg with DS I had Gaviscon on prescription from about 4 mnths and had a 500ml bottle a week, every week. (I think that's the biggest one you can get). My MW said the only concern was that it can stop the absorption of iron but when I had my blood tests my iron levels were fine. I was concerned that DS would be addicted to it though as I had some much of it. Interesting to see what everyone's different experiences of Dr's are. I phoned mine and they said when I get to 10 weeks pg to call and book an appt with the mw, I dont need to see a Dr.

paulaplumpbottom · 11/12/2006 10:12

I'm so happy to hear that you have had no more bleeding!!! Keep resting its the best thing.

bresha · 11/12/2006 11:09

Morning every one
Hope you all had a good weekend

Glad to hear that you have had no more bleeding lovely bird

Im really looking forward to my scans, its so lovely the first time you see your baby, it just makes it more real. Although I am slightly worried, iv been feeling really sick and with both times before I didn?t feel very sick to start with and it was only mild when I did. And there is a history of twins in my family, I really don?t think I could cope with twins. But best not to think about it.

Thanks christmasmadwithbump for those ms remedies , will try some

I had Gaviscon every day almost when I was pg with dd2 and it didn?t do any harm so not to worry.

paulaplumpbottom · 11/12/2006 12:41

If it was just daily I wouldn't worry. Its the 6 or more times daily.

feedmechristmaspuddingnow · 11/12/2006 12:43

Glad to hear your news Lovelybird - sod work, take time off and stay healthy!
Having posted yesterday that I haven't felt that sick, I woke up today to really not feel all that well. And I am SOOOO bloody tired!
Londonlou - I would go for the scans if I were you. Someone (I think on another thread) was saying that in the US they all have early scans and that reseach has shown it reduces the risk of MC cos it puts mums minds at rest when they see the heartbeat. Personally, I would be reluctant to go for any invasive tests though. Let us know which way you decide to go!

paulaplumpbottom · 11/12/2006 12:46

Its a very good point. I'm from the States and my sisters and cousins all had them at 8 weeks and they have all had healthy happy babies.

conkertree · 11/12/2006 13:40

feedme - i'm the same as you - thought i might get away with no ms but have been feeling just very slightly queasy most of the morning. and really tired too - its annoying you cant tell clients just to go away for the next few weeks cause i'm too tired to deal with them. probably wouldn't go down well with my boss.

i'm having an eight week scan cause they can't fit me in any other time so i'm not going to worry about it.

endlesslove · 11/12/2006 13:47

Congratulations everyone and I hope you won't mind if I join you. Very nervous as am a first-timer but you all sound nice and am sure you will put me at ease!

I got BFP on Saturday morning, followed by one on Saturday evening and just to check, one on Sunday morning! So think it is official. I was due AF on Saturday.

Am very very very nervous about miscarriage and if anything goes wrong. I am sure this is normal but I am to the point that when I go for a wee I just pray that there is no spotting etc. Am so nervous. Also was dancing on Saturday night and hope I didn't disturb anything.

Also really want to know my due date and how far gone but cannot work it out as AFs not the most regular. Can anyone help, dates are as follows:

July - AF arrived 29th.

August - Ovulated on CD18, AF arrived 30th (CD32)

September - Ovulated on CD22, AF arrived 3rd Oct (CD34)

October - Ovulated on CD17, AF arrived 3rd Nov (CD32)

November - Ovulated CD24.

Sorry for the long post, but wanted to introduce myself and let you all know a bit about me! Lucky you!!!

Am thinking of you all.

xx

BibiJesus · 11/12/2006 13:53

Helloooooooo, can I join please? Found out this morning that I am pg but keeping it secret from dh until Christmas Day so shhhhhhhhhh!

endlesslove · 11/12/2006 13:55

Hello BibiJesus - Congratulatons. You are very good at keeping secrets!!! Its a long time to keep such a hugh secret - good luck. I wish you a very happy and healthy pregnancy.

xx

lovelybird · 11/12/2006 14:09

hello and welcome endlesslove and bibijesus

Congrats on the BFP's!

Sorry endlesslove, i don't think I can help as my AF are fairly irregular as well! I'm sure someone will be able to help soon.

bresha · 11/12/2006 14:29

Congratulations endlesslove and bibijesus
My af is irregular as well so cant help you there, just gona Waite till 12 week scan and they will tell me my due date then

wow that?s a long time to keep something as big as that a secret.
Id probably explode form not talking about it
But what a lovely Christmas surprise he will get

paulaplumpbottom · 11/12/2006 14:34

My goodness Bibijesus? Good luck with that. I remember when I was pregnant with our first I had a huge plan to tell my husband over a romantic meal. The minute I got a positive I woke him up and told him. I could never keep it a secret. Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!