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January 2017 babies

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RosieposiePuddingandPi · 30/04/2016 07:33

I know there's already a thread up for early Jan babies but couldn't see one for the rest of Jan (probably as I'm jumping the gun a bit here!).

This is my first proper pregnancy and I'm a planner by nature so I need some kind of place to talk about this so I don't drive my DP mad!

Bit about me:
I'm 28
This is baby number one
EDD 6th Jan.

Anyone else want to join me?

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indecisivedoctor · 15/05/2016 07:37

Can I join the FB group? Also in one from DD pregnancy and has been fab.

Does anyone know how to send a pm from the app?

Summer9 · 15/05/2016 07:54

Blondie I'm feeling the same about work too. (Feeling guilty) I go back tomorrow as just finished maternity leave....so will wait til 12 week mark announce it then for them. Not looking forward to that as I've just got promoted too...think they thought I'll be in role at least a year before baby no 2! Ooops!

redstrawberries101 · 15/05/2016 08:07

I think ill be telling my mum today when I go over this afternoon.

I'm sure I'll be telling my three best friends before the 12 week scan. I'm tempted to tell them now and I know they'll be so happy for me. One of them is pregnant and when I had my miscarriage she was two weeks ahead of me but then got so worried about me and how it would affect me that she didn't tell anyone until she was 25 weeks. Not even her own mum. Our mums are best friends. I was a bit annoyed to be honest as I felt hurt, I had told them at 8 weeks and at that point she would've been 10 but chose not to say anything. She was living abroad and moved back just 3/4 weeks after my miscarriage and I think she was going to tell everyone when she got here. It all got a bit spoilt because as soon as she told her mum, the three of us found out.

Even though I'm annoyed a little I know she and the other two will be genuinely happy for me.

Symptoms currently - insomnia (but I think that's because I'm thinking about this), heightened sense of smell and feeling a bit of nausea which is coming and going in waves.

Last pregnancy I convinced myself I was still having symptoms at around 8-12 weeks but looking back they had definitely eased off and should've been a sign that something wasn't right. You can't win though because it's all so subjective.

5+1

Belfastgirl90 · 15/05/2016 08:23

Morning everyone!
I've told my parents dp parents, my best friend and a girl in work because I had to invade I do to much, I reackon I would want all their support id something goes wrong.

As oppose to symptoms, I'm not sleeping well but could be worry, I've went of chocolate (which is my fav thing ever) and im gettin cramps in and off. Im abit worried my nausea seems to have went away. Does anyone think im being silly?

redstrawberries101 · 15/05/2016 08:24

Belfast if there was anything I learned last time it's that symptoms will come and go, and someone with symptoms can miscarry and someone without symptoms be perfectly fine so there is no hard and fast rule. Don't get yourself into that thinking mode as it will drive you nuts...

Belfastgirl90 · 15/05/2016 08:26

cheeky I've been really worrying this pregnancy and there's really no need for it. I'm wondering is it because the doctor took me of my anti depressant and the anxiety is kicking in? Once I get my scan on Friday ill relax abit more

redstrawberries101 · 15/05/2016 08:36

It could be the hormones rebalancing after coming off anti D and then also the pregnancy hormones. I say that but I'm the same.... Should practice what I preach!

It's just a difficult time until the 12 week scan I think.

Don't get me started on work... If I didn't fall this cycle I was in two minds about taking a break. I've been told I'm on track for promotion which usually happens Jan time so I thought I would want to announce after that. I just left it in Gods hands, I wasn't prepared to stop TTC after my previous experience and I thought I'll just deal as and when. I'm over the moon albeit cautiously that I've fallen so work will just have to be.

Your all such a lovely bunch, I had made some great friends on the July thread which is when I would've been due and when I miscarried it was one of the things I missed the most.

MagpieCursedTea · 15/05/2016 09:11

That fear of loss in the first few weeks is so hard isn't it? I know it must be even harder for those of you who have been through it before.
Belfast the combination of being off your medication and the hormones will probably be increasing your anxiety. I was on some medication in my last pregnancy (I have anxiety and as well as some other stuff) but I'm not in this one and I'm noticing the difference. I find talking to my DH about my worries helps. I also try to enjoy the moments when I'm excited about pregnancy before the anxiety kicks in again. It's difficult though!

EvansAndThePrince · 15/05/2016 09:11

Blondie I took my first folic a doc yesterday and barely took any with DD as I was so sick I couldn't keep them down, so I wouldn't worry too much, I've stuck them infront of the biscuits so I remember to take them this time Grin

I've added summer, sunlight and tea to the group on Fb, still waiting for zyla, I hope the invitation sent okay!

Indecisive I don't think you can send PMs from the app, just the site through your browser!

I've got a bit of cramping this morning too, and a slight bit of nausea but I'm trying to block it out in determination not to repeat last time! I think last time was work stress making it a lot worse so I don't need to worry about that this time, though lack of sleep with a teething 1yo might have a similar effect!

Belfastgirl90 · 15/05/2016 09:15

I didn't even think about the ad messing with my hormones sounds like a good explanation.

I'm actually leaving work at the end of June because I can't afford childcare for my 2bambinos over the summer plus I dont want to stress all through my pregnancy and im not entitled to chilcare because I won't have been there long enough, so i feel like a big weight has been lifted☺ and I can't wait to spend the summer with my babies

Belfastgirl90 · 15/05/2016 09:19

blonde I didn't start taking folic with my son until I found out I was p with him and that was at 6/7wks and he is a healthy 6yo so i wouldn't worry to much.

Thanks girls it's good to be able to talk to u all about this. As much as I do talk to DP he dosent seem to understand how worth it is.

Myheartisbeating · 15/05/2016 09:41

So this might be a bit TMI but.... I need to poo! Getting stomach cramps which are definitely gut associated, but nothing Sad anyone have any hints or tips? Usually my morning coffee sorts that out, but maybe cutting down dramatically has reduced the effectiveness? What disgusting stuff do I need to buy to get my guts moving again?

MagpieCursedTea · 15/05/2016 09:47

Dried apricots! It's what I give my son when he's struggling in that department and I've found it helps me too.
The glamour of pregnancy.

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Belfastgirl90 · 15/05/2016 10:09

Hi babycraic congratulations!

Sorry for ur previous losses sending lots of stickiness ur way for this little bean!

Ni4444 · 15/05/2016 11:00

Congrats and welcome babycraic!

Evans I've pm-ed you re FB 😀

Those who are already mommies...anyone give birth in North/East London? I want some guidance on choosing birthing centres/maternity services!

Bloating seems a little less this weekend... Had nice cycle with OH yesterday...Might do the same today. Thankfully have had two good night's sleep 😀 Tender boobs still, but not much else...just waiting for mood swings and nausea to kick in! I'll be a mess!! Two weeks holidays coming up though Grin

33, 5+2 with peppercorn #1 😀

bluebunnyblue · 15/05/2016 13:29

Hi all,

Can I join please? Got a positive test on Friday evening (while waiting for out of hours GP to phone about dd 18m, of all times!). EDD 22nd i think, based on OVing on the 1st May. Think that makes me a due date buddy for you Blondie?

Wanted to jump in and say hi, will now go back and read the full thread - bit of catching up to do x

bluebunnyblue · 15/05/2016 13:39

Myheart I feel your pain, Fybogel works well for me :)

redstrawberries101 · 15/05/2016 14:01

Welcome to the new BFP's and congrats! Having a soak in the bath :)

Not told my mum yet, she is driving me bonkers today!

Bettycakes80 · 15/05/2016 14:07

Hi everyone got my BFP Friday night so am 4 week with EDD of 21st Jan, already have one DS who is 18 months and we live in London. Gave birth in north London at The whittington 1st time round and they were brilliant.

MagpieCursedTea · 15/05/2016 14:29

Congratulations to the new BFPs!

Bozley47 · 15/05/2016 14:44

Hello and congrats to all the newcomers!!

Is anyone really struggling to sleep at the mo? I'm knackered and could quite happily go to bed at 8pm every night but then every time I turn over in bed my boobs are agony and bang together so I wake up!! Sorry tmi!!

Debating sleeping in a bikini/sports bra.

From those who are already parents... At what stage did you go bra shopping? Don't want to go too early and still be growing and end up having to buy lots, but equally a good nights sleep in a well fitted bra might be just what I need!!

Very jealous of your bath cheeky, our main bathroom is currently being revamped and I haven't had a bath for three weeks!! Desperate!

6+1 with number 1 after 30 months of trying!!!

LovePotion9 · 15/05/2016 15:19

Can I join FB group?

Just found out today at 9dpo!

EDD is 25th January according to online calculators, 3rd baby

Belfastgirl90 · 15/05/2016 15:37

Congratulations to all the newcomers! bozley I no alot of girls that wear a sports bra to bed when they have sore boobs I would do that so u don't have to buy to many bras.

I feel like the life is being sucked out of me today! I go to bed exhausted, then can't sleep and end up tossing and turning completely roasting and gettin up at the crack of dawn. Just had a wee nap there and I never sleep during the day. Plus I have a really bad cold that dosent help!

Ni4444 · 15/05/2016 15:49

30 months Boz ?? I'm glad you finally got your BFP!!! Boobs are little bit annoying me but not preventing sleep. Sounds like investing in a sleep bra is necessary for you though! We need our sleep!! Or try one if your sports bras if you don't want to shell out yet.