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June 2018 #3

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ClareB83 · 30/11/2017 00:04

Just restarting the thread as we're close to 1000 posts

June 2018 babies #2 www.mumsnet.com/Talk/antenatal_clubs/3059704-June-2018-babies-2

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ClareB83 · 22/02/2018 06:57

Sorry @Northernbeachbum I don't know about travel insurers. We just stayed in Europe and relied on EHIC once we knew.

I'm sorry your bump hurts too. Mine sometimes hurts after a scan for a couple of days but otherwise only if the babies are really pushing their bums into me.

Spent all afternoon at the hospital yesterday. Good stuff: no diabetes, no anaemia, long cervix so unlikely to go into premature labour. Bad stuff: blood pressure too high need weekly testing (but I just think the nurse there does it wrong as she doesn't let you chill for a minute or two beforehand and always has it way higher than my midwife), rearranged all my appointments to suit consultant's leave so now have to rearrange work and most importantly twin 2's abdominal growth slowed down enough that they highlighted it.

I'm not too worried about twin 2 as his abdomen was big last time and when I chatted to midwife she said that happens if they've swallowed a lot of fluid and it'll be back to normal next time. And it's still 38th percentile so it probably is just that. But it was disconcerting how they just flippantly mentioned it at the reception desk with no explanation.

They also won't give me a date for c section until three weeks beforehand but I have to give work 28 days notice of mat leave. So I'm going to have to give it my best guess.

On names we have a list of a dozen or so and are trying to whittle it down but we will leave it open to changing our minds when they come. Middle names are sorted tho.

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Intelinside · 22/02/2018 07:19

We had a shortlist of 3 names but this is growing. I love Nora but my husband doesn't so I'm hoping she comes out looking exactly like a Nora!

I think my MIL is organising a surprise baby shower for me, and I have mixed emotions about it. She was telling me about one she went to where guests all bought a childhood book they loved instead of loads of presents which I stupidly said I liked the sound of. I think I'd rather have a small summer party when she's born instead of a shower: is anyone else planning things like this?

We have Marrakesh booked for 10 days from Monday but as I'm 24 weeks, my insurers were fine if I had a fit to fly certificate, which i picked up Tues from the midwife. I didnt need specific preggo insurance which I think is from third trimester... I'm no expert though!

I am debating buying some new maternity clothes but also thinking I'll only have 3 months to wear them when back from holiday so is it worth it! I want them but also seems silly to spend another £50-£60 on 2 dresses I like from asos for such a short time. I've got 3 t-shirts, 1 blouse, 1 long sleeve top, leggings, 2 jeans, 1 skirt and 2 dresses which sounds a lot but because i feel fat and frumpy, I just want to buy nice stuff to cheer me up. £60 could be better spent though!

ClareB83 · 22/02/2018 07:35

My Mum has planned a baby shower for us. My friends are invited and both sides of the family. I insisted it was for men and women as both baby showers I've organised have had men at some point in the proceedings and it's been nice for the dads to come too. And my DH really wanted to come.

It's at a nice hotel and everyone has to pay for tea so I'm not convinced we'll get many presents esp as they all just came to our wedding! But it will just be nice to see them. Family will definitely bring some gifts tho.

I have mainly maternity bottoms and a swimsuit. Otherwise made do with loose tops and A line dresses that I already had. I'm going to try and stick with that. But I might need a couple of tops.

Starting to think about my hospital bag too. Apparently primarni and matalan are good for big nighties.

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Intelinside · 22/02/2018 07:41

Literally none of my before clothes fit me anymore! In the last 3 weeks, I've really grown in all directions and I'm feeling fed up!

I like the idea of men coming too, I had a mixed hen do as a lot of my friends are chaps so hate doing girly female only things. I feel like I can't say any of this to her though as it's meant to be a surprise! I doubt my work mates will be invited as MIL doesn't know them etc etc. I'll be grateful of course but not sure whether to say. Also, I'm no contact with my mum so it makes things like this tough!

I am going to look for a dark blue or black dressing gown soon for the hospital. Good to be dark apparently! Eek!

ClareB83 · 22/02/2018 07:54

I wasn't thin to begin with so A line was always my friend!

I think just let your MiL organise the surprise, at least you don't have to do anything. And if lots of people are missed out it leaves you free to do your own thing with them before or after the birth, as you choose.

We know a lot of local friends won't travel to my home town so we're planning on having lunch with them a few weeks later.

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Pittcuecothecookbook · 22/02/2018 08:20

Thanks Clare, good advice x

Shutupanddance1 · 22/02/2018 09:23

I had a surprise baby shower first time round, but my DH didn’t tell me so I didn’t have any make up or nice clothes on Angry

I’m not 100% on baby showers, mine was ok but because I live abroad I felt like it just highlighted the fact that my family and close friends aren’t here. I’m not having one this time round. Plus I’m Irish so I’m weirdly superstitious!

I’m 24 weeks now too and definitely have a baby bump, I gained so much weight in fluid last time which I lost pretty quick so I’m not too worried either way.

RockinRobinTweets · 22/02/2018 17:53

Hi, I have my glucose tolerance test - can I drink water whilst I’m fasting? I can’t remember what the mw said at my 16 week appt Blush

ClareB83 · 22/02/2018 18:12

Yes you can.

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RockinRobinTweets · 22/02/2018 18:17

Thanks Clare

Ca55andraMortmain · 22/02/2018 20:35

I've been to a few baby showers where partners have been invited and they've been really nice. My best friend had a BBQ one last summer and it was really relaxed and lovely. I did t have a baby shower the first time, mainly because I was the first person in my group of friends to have a baby and no one really thought to organise one but I might just arrange it myself this time, I like baby showers.

Northernbeachbum · 22/02/2018 20:55

We're having a pre baby get together where partners are welcome and I've tried to make it clear we just want to see people not get gifts.

@Intelinside I'm sure MIL means well if nothing else. Probably feels it's something she can do to help

Sounds like normal travel insurance will do the trick for me so that's great, thanks all!!!

Started investigating post natal wards today, I'm really hoping DP can stay over night, it looks likely but I will quiz the midwives. I'm horribly hospital phobic so if I have to stay and he can't I'll really struggle

@clareb83 have you got long before your next scan?

ClareB83 · 22/02/2018 21:04

We have scans every two weeks exactly because of these sort of potential issues with growth.

They didn't bring it forward or anything so I guess that's another reason not to worry.

They did rearrange most of our scans but that was because our consultant wants to do our scans but her diary is busy. She wanted this before they even spotted the growth issue though.

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Mummyloves09 · 22/02/2018 23:27

Hey ladies,

Unfortunately my waters have broken ( i have been admitted to hospital) and sadly baby maybe here within the next 3 days Dr said.
Wish me luck please we are gonna need it!

I am wishing you all the best in your pregnancies. Good luck and take care 🖒

Thelampshadelady · 22/02/2018 23:34

Gosh mummyloves Flowers wishing you and baby the best. How scary for you.

Heregoeseverything · 23/02/2018 00:05

Wishing you and your little one all the very best @Mummyloves09 , sorry to hear that you are going through this Flowers

Northernbeachbum · 23/02/2018 00:36

@mummyloves09, oh blimey wishing you and bump all the luck in the world hope you're managing to get some rest. Have they given you steroids?

ClareB83 · 23/02/2018 04:41

Good luck @Mummyloves09! ❤️

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Mummyloves09 · 23/02/2018 05:00

Yes I have been given my first lot if steroids (to develop her lungs) and antibiotic (to prevent infection) as all my waters have now gone. More steroids later today.

Thank you for your well wishes

RockinRobinTweets · 23/02/2018 07:05

Best of luck mummyloves

How many weeks are you now?

Mummyloves09 · 23/02/2018 07:15

25weeks,thank you

RockinRobinTweets · 23/02/2018 07:28

Hope they can keep her in for a couple of days longer. Will think of you x

Northernbeachbum · 23/02/2018 09:26

A friend had her little one at 24 weeks, like you they were lucky enough to already be in hospital and she was in NICU for a few months after she arrived. Two years later you would never know, she's small but cheeky and is ahead of milestones

Keeping everything crossed for you

Cookie1831 · 23/02/2018 13:24

Oh mummyloves you poor thing sending you and your wee bub lots of luck and love xx

Cookie1831 · 23/02/2018 13:25

I too know of a 25 weeker who is diddy but perfect otherwise xx

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