January 2017 babies - Thread #2

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Onto the second thread!
Here's a list of the stats that Signorita kindly put together for us. I hope the formatting is okay!

Cottagecosy 01 January 2017
sapphireflame 01 January 2017
Parney 01 January 2017
Palimpsester 02 January 2017
SincerelyRosie 03 January 2017
ZylaB 03 January 2017
swancourt 03 January 2017
mayago 04 January 2017
Yoyogini 04 January 2017
blondel 05 January 2017
saffronkit 05 January 2017
Haresonthemountain 05 January 2017
BabyLime2017 05 January 2017
TwistyBraStrap 05 January 2017
RosieposiePuddingandPi 06 January 2017
kathrynemm 06 January 2017
Bozley47 06 January 2017
daisysunshine2 07 January 2017
Criceta 07 January 2017
Becky22761 07 January 2017
1sttimemum2014 07 January 2017
Astro86 07 January 2017
LucySB123 07 January 2017
MagpieCursedTea 08 January 2017
duckyneedsaclean 08 January 2017
cuckoowithtwo 09 January 2017
Belfastgirl90 09 January 2017
minniem0use 10 January 2017
thisisbloodyridiculous 10 January 2017
broodymamma 10 January 2017
brandnewmummy2B 11 January 2017
Myheartisbeating 12 January 2017
Wannabealittlegirlagain 12 January 2017
Turnertime14 12 January 2017
twinkydink 13 January 2017
flossy101 13 January 2017
Lura7115 13 January 2017
Ni4444 13 January 2017
Whatabanana 13 January 2017
indecisivedoctor 13 January 2017
politics31 14 January 2017
closetoyou 14 January 2017
Pipparose 14 January 2017
BabiWills 14 January 2017
Andanzadora 15 January 2017
jellyspoons 15 January 2017
LittleL88 15 January 2017
CharminglyGawky 17 January 2017
Texasbamma 17 January 2017
EvanAndThePrince 17 January 2017
hels18 17 January 2017
honeyice 18 January 2017
Boadiccea 18 January 2017
heybaby1 18 January 2017
WinterLover 19 January 2017
Extrapepperoni 19 January 2017
Hellington 19 January 2017
Mumchatting 19 January 2017
KimmyElousie 19 January 2017
QueenKnickerChecker 20 January 2017
Summer9 20 January 2017
Minotaurus 20 January 2017
Bettycakes80 20 January 2017
micapainter 20 January 2017
Walikingdeadfan 20 January 2017
soundsystem 20 January 2017
cupcakequeen 21 January 2017
CarrotVan 22 January 2017
littlepooch 22 January 2017
foresttrees2 22 January 2017
GingerIdiot 23 January 2017
Signoritawhocansway 24 January 2017
ginabena8686 24 January 2017
MrsMumma 24 January 2017
broodykg 24 January 2017
Wintersummerwintersummer 24 January 2017
LovePotion9 25 January 2017
gingerlou84 25 January 2017
hopingandwaiting 25 January 2017
Jeanniejampots80 25 January 2017
Glitterball86 26 January 2017
Workinzzz 26 January 2017
Tabitha78 28 January 2017
GwendolineLacey 28 January 2017
littlek86 28 January 2017
vicknort 28 January 2017
clementineclouds 29 January 2017
dippypanda 30 January 2017
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Littlejenfer End Dec/Beg Jan
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CinderellaFant End Jan
SunCrusHH End Jan
NJ81 End Jan

Sure! Had a little boy, was 6lb 3oz which I was pleased with as he was born at 35 plus 6.

My waters broke on 20th so went into hospital for monitoring. I think they were hoping for labour to start and it did a couple of times over the next two days but by 22nd they were keen to get him out so started induction drip.

Was 4cm by then so my contractions had done something.

I opted for an epidural at that point as had heard the induction drip can make contractions more intense and was already worn out from a couple of days in hospital.

Started pushing around 10.45 and he was born at 00.45 on 23rd. We stayed in a couple of days as he needed antibiotics mainly because my waters broke early but also as he was a bit early.

So pleased that we could take him home for Christmas. He's back up to birth weight today so am pleased about that.

Wonder who will be next?! Exciting times getting so close for everyone now!

What a great weight for nearly 36 weeks!
Thank you for sharing. Brilliant Christmas present :)

Wow! Were you all prepared?

Definitely pleased I got my hospital bag packed up yesterday then - I keep thinking 'nah, he won't be this early' (due 22nd) but he really could be!

Glad he was a good healthy weight and you only had to stay in for a couple of days.

Congratulations Pippa. Hope you and the little one are well and settled at home.

Wasn't really prepared and had to pack bag that morning but luckily we live close to hospital so DH could easily go home and get me things.

Looking forward to hearing others stories when the time comes!

Hello everyone!! 38+1 and officially full term! Cmon baby, get out!!

I had my little boy this morning at 12.05. I was exactly 37 weeks.

I woke up 6am yesterday morning with a slight gush, changed knickers and had loads of fluid. Didnt get to triage until 12 with no contractions so they wanted to induce me at 6am (today). I started getting contractions but they didn't even check me until I was crying and writhing around in pain at 10. I was 5cm. I had pethidine and gas and air and was in labour for 2 hours and 8mins to push. No tears! Baby is 6lb8 and doing well.

Congratulations vixx!!

Congratulations! Another boy

Aww congratulations! I'm due in just over 3 weeks so just started packing a hospital bag.. but I feel I'm packing way too much!! It's my first so I don't actually know what I'll need..! What did you guys pack?

For me I packed change of clothes, wash bag, lots of underwear, maternity pads, nightdresses, slippers, kindle, make up and phone charger.

Would have liked flip flops for shower.

For baby packed a nappy bag with nappies, baby clothes and cotton wool etc, actually needed more of these bits as we ended up staying in a few days, my husband took stuff home and brought new stuff in for us. Also our baby was small so had to get some new smaller bits for him

Rachael Mine seems pretty full too, but I used a list I got from antenatal classes and decided what I would need from there. I have an overspill bag to stay in the car for any extras I might need (more pads, underwear, nappies etc)

Thank you!
For the baby I packed 3 sleep suits, 3 vests, Cardigan, a blanket, hat and mittens. 8 nappies, water wipes and cotton wool.
For myself I went over board with toiletries. But 2 night dresses, maternity knickers, pads, 2 bras, dressing gown and slippers (water proof ones for the shower). Also had some old tshirts and leggings.

Try to get the bag packed asap as I had to do mine on the way to the hospital. I never thought he would be early!

All sounds pretty similar to what I've packed.. just seems like so much! I think I may do two bags so I don't have to take it all in at once! Thanks

I have 6 vests and sleepsuits for the baby coz that was what was on the list. Couple of hats, socks & mitts and a blanket and teddy. Old nightie (for labour) and feeding nightie and pj's, plus a pair of leggings and couple of t-shirts, slippers and dressing gown for me. Tesco is around the corner from our hospital so I'll be fine if I need anything I think.

Hi all joining very late here.

I am 41
Expecting baby number 3
Already have an 18yr old son and a 9yr old son plus a 3yr old stepson.
Expecting another boy [smile

I was due 9 January but little one arrived 4 January at 4.26am weighing 9lb 6! So lovely to see the bubbas starting to arrive. It still feels abit of a blur even though it's baby number 2. Such an exciting time for everyone!

So lovely to read about all your arrivals. I am 39+1 today have been crampy for the last 24 hours or so. Feel like I am about to start a heavy period.

I haven't actually packed my hospital bag yet. It's on my to-do list this afternoon but there's every chance i'll climb into bed for a nap instead....

Keep the birth stories coming pls!

Sounds to me like you may need to get your bag packed pretty pronto manhowdy!!

Manhowdy - I had period cramps on the weekend before! Fingers crossed it's a sign. Xx

I hope so! Though they have eased off now (and I still haven't done my hospital bag )

Get packing! ❤️

Congrats to all new mamas.
39+2 today and no signs of the baby apart from some very mild cramps from time to time.. I'm really hoping for a spontaneous natural birth this time. Anyone else trying for vbac too?

I'm 37+4 today and I'm finding I'm getting more and stinger braxton hicks contractions, it makes my husband worry each time!

Bag packed! Desperately uncomfortable now. Pretty sure I am in very sloooooow latent labour after waking up at 2am with pains. Haven't told DP yet though as I don't want to get him all excited in case it stops again. Off for a cuppa, some paracetamol and a bounce on my ball......