Nice to see you back hotlipsmummy and others. Like you, I've been reading and enjoying the posts but haven't had much to add lately.
Emmymummy - hope your little one gets into position and you can avoid the c-section. Mine was head up for a long time, then at my last MW app't it was head down but today I'm worrying that he/she has decided to get out of position and turn sideways - not sure, but the bean has been kicking and punching my sides and the shape feels different now.
Ooogs - what a time you've had! Glad your sweet little twins are okay. As others have said, my hat is off to you and 1B3. With only one inside, I'm still wondering where ~7 more weeks of growth is going to fit!
((Hugs)) to Flumpootle, 1B3 and others with kids who aren't feeling well. Hang in there.
Eddas - hope you get some answers re. the rash - let us know what happens. It's not Pruritic Urticarial Papules and Plaques of Pregnancy (PUPPP) is it? That's a real thing and not just a tongue twister, honest!! I read about that somewhere and it doesn't sound fun! Fingers crossed for you and hopefully by the time you even read this it has gone away and all cleared up. Take care.
SOSPL - too bad about the chair I've been watching a bunch of Dutailiers on ebay for some time but I eventually gave up, too. Must admit, we succumbed and bought one new and it was delievered this a.m. Am so happy with the colour and comfort of it!! We feel okay with the decision because we aren't generally frivolous spenders and decided this is something that should last a good long time.
Warning - Disjointed musing on spending coming up: I find myself quite torn in terms of spending money on the bean. On the one hand, I grew up in the developing world and am pretty aware that you definitely don't need a coordinated nursery, all the latest gadgets, and adorable clothes in order to raise a baby well. On the other hand, you do want things to be nice and comfortable and to be of sufficient quality that they last. Fortunately, DH encourages purchases generally and has a healthy approach to money. I've got plenty of good Scotch blood running through my veins and tend to obsess and cut corners I shouldn't! Anyone experiencing similiar internal conflicts?!
Brilliant idea with the buddy system, 1B3.
Have a great day, lovely ladies!