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GerberaDaisy · 22/04/2016 20:28

Hello,

So couldn't see a January baby post (probably because no one is mad enough to POAS as early as me!)

Anyway, I thought I would start one (waves). I am 28, this will be DC#2 making my 4 year old DS a big brother which he has been so excited about becoming (we haven't told him yet though as very early days!) I am roughly around 4 weeks and we're not planning on telling anyone for ages so thought I would start a thread so I have someone to get excited with!

Please come and say hello! Xx

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Emz32 · 05/05/2016 22:31

Thank you. I'm really anxious but trying not to worry. Insane I know. Been really queasy today and my boobs are so sore. Keeping fingers firmly crossed for me and everyone else.

stealthbanana · 06/05/2016 09:24

emz good luck with your scan!

Just got a third blood test back and my hormone levels are rising nicely so booked in a first scan on 20th May. I'll be 7+6 so hopefully they'll find a nice strong heartbeat.

TheRainbowAlpacalypse · 06/05/2016 09:40

I have my booking in appointment on the 19th May. Feels like ages away but I am sure it will come around quickly Smile

Bozley47 · 06/05/2016 09:40

Good luck emz and stealth!! I have first scan on 18th may, exciting times!

happylass · 06/05/2016 10:59

Good luck with your scan emz. I have my first scan on May 18th too, will be a busy week!

Feeling a distinct lack of symptoms today Hmm

ZylaB · 06/05/2016 17:16

Mines on the 18th too! :)

ZylaB · 06/05/2016 17:45

Just done a cb digital as I wanted to see the weeks go up, I'm 5+3 so should have been getting a 3+ for a few days and it still says 2-3 so now I'm worrying :(

MagpieCursedTea · 06/05/2016 17:46

Hope today went well Emz!
I filled out the form at my doctors yesterday for my booking appointment. I just need to call the midwives and arrange it. I can also attend a pre booking talk about how to stay healthy in pregnancy and the tests/scans available but not sure I need to as it's my second. We didn't have talks like that where I used to live though so maybe it's worth it!

MagpieCursedTea · 06/05/2016 17:47

Zyla they're not very accurate for the number of weeks. I think everyone gets hcg increases at different rates, it's also not decreasing so that's good. I know it's hard but try not to worry!

Emz32 · 06/05/2016 17:48

Sorry I haven't posted. Not long been home & had to come to terms with what happened. So they found a gestational sac but no fetal pole or heartbeat. I'm booked in for another scan in 10 days. Initially felt heartbroken & although hubby tried to be positive I wasn't. Having googled it (I know I know!) it seems quite common to have this result & then to go in a week later & have a heartbeat. I guess I'm feeling there's a tiny shred of hope but prepared for a miscarriage. We have already discussed which option we would opt for if it's another MMC.

Emz32 · 06/05/2016 17:52

They could also see yolk sac too.

ZylaB · 06/05/2016 18:03

Big hugs emz try to be positive, 'it's quite common to have this result and then go in a week later and have a heartbeat' just keep telling yourself this!

MagpieCursedTea · 06/05/2016 18:37

Aww emz I'm sorry you didn't see the heartbeat today. It must be really stressful and upsetting for you. As you said though, there's still hope as it's very common not to see the heartbeat at this stage. I'm keeping everything crossed for you that in 10 days you'll see that little heartbeat. Take care of yourself.

samk15 · 06/05/2016 19:43

Emz I don't have any practical advice but I just wanted to send you a big hug and lots of positive vibes.

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GerberaDaisy · 06/05/2016 19:53

Hey Emz, it may be that you ovulated at a different time and baby isn't as far along as you initially thought? Try to keep a positive head and see what comes when you go for another scan. We're all here for you xx

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Emz32 · 06/05/2016 20:26

Thank you all so much. Great to have support. Weirdly my symptoms are getting stronger so just trying to stay positive but also go into the next scan aware it could be bad news. I did ovulate a day late.... Also we weren't actually trying to conceive this month as I didn't want to be due at Christmas. We left it over 24hrs after ovulation (it was almost 48hrs!) before DTD so I was shocked when my period was late. It's been at the back of my mind that maybe by being late the egg might have deteriorated too much. Not sure if I'm just being paranoid... So I think I would be out by a few days.

Emz32 · 06/05/2016 20:38

Enough about me. Feel iv completely taken over this thread. Is anyone else having sickness? I'm booked into see the midwife, iv got to see the local one at my gps for a 15 minute appointment & then go & see the midwife at the hospital for a 2 hr appointment! Seems a bit overkill.

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GerberaDaisy · 06/05/2016 21:02

Why the two separate appointments - did they say? Better to have too much than too little I guess (?) that's positive that you're still getting symptoms! Xx

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Emz32 · 06/05/2016 21:10

We are offered 2 different hospitals in our area. It depends on which one you choose as to whether you have the extra appointment. It feels more thorough than the 20 min appointment I had last time... My history will take longer than 20 minutes to explain. I was so worried I'd have another premmie but iv just been focused on getting to 12 weeks. Feeling shattered from emotional turmoil & just pregnancy tiredness. Hoping to hear good news from everyone else

samk15 · 06/05/2016 21:35

I've not physically been sick but the nausea is growing stronger ever day. I'm trying not to google symptoms and obsess over every little thing --but it's really bloody hard.

I've got an ante natal appointment on Monday to discuss starting progesterone ASAP. That's when it's all going to get very real I think.

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GerberaDaisy · 06/05/2016 21:49

Seems like quite a few people have things going on early. Almost feel left out just kicking around waiting for 8-9 weeks to call a midwife lol! I did think about an early scan but decided against it because it will probably only cause anxiety. So I'm just trying to chill and be kind to myself. I really want to enjoy this time round, rather than just wishing for it to be the end and have that baby in my arms. Of course I'm excited for then, but I want to enjoy the journey! Anyone else's DH really pissing them off? Xx

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samk15 · 07/05/2016 08:43

Gerbra I feel the same about a scan. I really don't know if I want one or not. And I honestly didn't think I'd say that!

As for DP pissing me off....I could fall out with myself never mind him Grin but he literally can't do anything right poor sod annoying sod. These hormones are making me wild Confused

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GerberaDaisy · 07/05/2016 08:46

Yeah I am having the same with my DH (who isn't a darling at all at the moment!) I just am really not liking him but not sure if it's the hormones or he just needs to stop pissing me off!! Lol! Xx

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Emz32 · 07/05/2016 09:27

I wish I'd waited another week or so for the scan as you are right, it's just caused more anxiety. Hopefully all will be well in 9 days. Iv read a lot of people saying they couldn't see anything at 6 weeks & I think that's why they only do private scans from 7 weeks. My DH was pissing me off until yesterday & then he admitted how nervous he'd been at the scan & was so supportive that I felt awful being annoyed at him previously. My DS is only 2 and he's getting my short temper too, which I then get upset about. Glad he won't remember any of this!! These hormones make you feel horrible. It's like PMT times 10! Glad I'm not the only one.

swancourt · 07/05/2016 09:56

emz I thought that 48 hours after ovulation it's very unlikely you'd be able to get pregnant. Perhaps you actually ovulated much later in your cycle than you thought and you're 5 days out or something? It sounds like that's a distinct possibility.

Have everything crossed for you x