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December 2018 babies

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Yukka · 02/04/2018 21:27

Hi can't see a thread so thought I'd start one.

Age 39
Ttc#1
Mc x 2 both at 5 weeks
4weeks and 2 days pregnant and praying its sticky!

Anyone else?

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Stephisaur · 15/04/2018 08:51

A little bit magicalcreatures. Got some decaf yesterday because DH thought I might be overdosing on caffeine and that’s why I felt sick. It’s a bit better, but it’s still turning my stomach a bit xx

Mum0918 · 15/04/2018 08:53

ClaraLaMoine I get back from my holiday ill be 13+4. So its close. I didnt have any scan with my 1st until i was 18 weeks as i didnt i was pregnant.

Snowflake9 · 15/04/2018 09:01

Only 6+1 but boy am I exhausted. DH doesn’t seem to get it though. He has his own company and puts a lot of pressure on himself to work 14 hour days 7 days a week. I work with him too but can’t do the hours he does. He is now working more and more as he knows he won’t be able to when bean is here. He doesn’t seem to get my sheer exhaustion though. Any tips ?

MagicalCreatures · 15/04/2018 09:04

Stephisaur I switched to decaf coffee a few months ago too. I drink quite abit of it so didn’t want to overdose on caffeine and cause more problems.

Cakelaur · 15/04/2018 09:15

@Stephisaur yay!! You found us!!

@Mum0918 it really depends. I'm getting a 6weeks scan with Epu (before I go away) and then if all is well with that one I'll get an 8weeks scan once I'm back. Then I'll relax. Early loss last time has made me extra cautious and worried. And I won't think of this pregnancy as real until I see a heart beat at 8weeks.

Cakelaur · 15/04/2018 09:15

@Stephisaur yay!! You found us!!

@Mum0918 it really depends. I'm getting a 6weeks scan with Epu (before I go away) and then if all is well with that one I'll get an 8weeks scan once I'm back. Then I'll relax. Early loss last time has made me extra cautious and worried. And I won't think of this pregnancy as real until I see a heart beat at 8weeks.

Cakelaur · 15/04/2018 09:19

Sorry dunno why that posted twice. @ClaraLaMoine what's a nuchal scab??

@MagicalCreatures & @Stephisaur randomly ordered some decaf coffee the other day.

ClaraLaMoine · 15/04/2018 09:23

Hi @Cakelaur - it's a scan they do at around 12 weeks to ensure everything is ok with baby. They check certain organs and size of baby, and also check the fluid behind baby's head which (dependent on how much is there) can be an indicator of Down's syndrome. Some people choose not to find out as they are happy either way. I'm not entirely sure why but they won't do this after 13+6. They can still test for Down's syndrome through other means but some people like to know at their dating scan.

Cakelaur · 15/04/2018 09:41

Oh ok. So this is just the 'usual' 12week ish scan? I never made it that far last time!

Cakelaur · 15/04/2018 09:41

Oh ok. So this is just the 'usual' 12week ish scan? I never made it that far last time!

ClaraLaMoine · 15/04/2018 09:42

@Cakelaur it is yes! Sorry you never made it that far previously Thanks best of luck!

SpongeBobGrannyPants · 15/04/2018 09:52

@Cakelaur I'll try and DM it to you. A few of my last threads/comments were probably quite identifying to some that know I'm on here (not one of those goady ones, I'm normal, honest!) but I really want to keep this pregnancy to ourselves for now so didn't want people spying I had joined Dec 18 babies, hence the name change! Over cautious probably!

DoAsDreamersDo · 15/04/2018 09:59

Welcome everyone new to this thread 👋

I had a little bit of brown spotting yesterday,which freaked me out a bit but stopped pretty much as soon as it started. I meet the midwife on Tuesday so I’ll mention it to her then.

SpongeBobGrannyPants · 15/04/2018 10:02

@Lilly1207 Feeling very anxious too.

Even if you'd had no issues in the past I think just general experience of having a baby, speaking to other mums in that time and being in groups like this means that we're much more aware of things that can go wrong, so subsequent pregnancies are always that bit less innocent I guess. Normal to feel like this. Wishing us all a speedy first trimester though!

Cakelaur · 15/04/2018 10:02

@SpongeBobGrannyPants well I have no idea how to dm or read a dm!! Haha. So your secret will forever be safe with me!! I'm just happy you're here with a bfp. How are you feeling? What's your EDD?

SpongeBobGrannyPants · 15/04/2018 10:26

I hardly use the messaging thing either @cakelaur but I think you have to log in to your account out with the app and just click on the profile button and then inbox.

EDD is 15th/22nd Dec (LMP 15th but OV was late) but may be induced at 37 weeks (if I want it). Can't think that far ahead yet though! Baby steps!

SpongeBobGrannyPants · 15/04/2018 10:28

@DoAsDreamersDo just spotted your comment, I had a tiny bit of old brown blood mixed in with cm the other day (I think it would have been blood anyway). Settled now though. Worth mentioning to your MW though.

Cakelaur · 15/04/2018 11:32

@SpongeBobGrannyPants just read you message! I indeed remember you. Sending massive hugs. And so excited for ya. Think happy thoughts! Xx

applesauce1 · 15/04/2018 13:08

Congratulations on your BFP, @Stephisaur ! I recognise you from the April Bus! So happy for you x

Thanks for advice RE rowing. Will just be a mascot this year.

I've had to come off two types of medication for the pregnancy. My topical acne cream (replaced with another benign ointment) and my ADHD medication. I am an absolute MESS without it. I've lost a million things since coming off Ritalin (I've misplaced my treasured diary twice, once when it was put directly into my hands with a warning to put it somewhere safe) and am struggling to function normally. I'm getting less than a quarter done of my usual job list... my husband warns me that he's going to feel exasperated at me, and I'm devastated to hear that because I desperately want him to be supportive and patient. Damn him for being human and fallible.
Has anyone else had to come off relied upon medication?

Mamababynumber2 · 15/04/2018 13:38

There's a Facebook group now created by @olgadapolga if anyone wants to be added?

Rachie1986 · 15/04/2018 17:06

Lilly I am the same. Pretty much textbook first pregnancy (mental health aside) and yet I'm so worried now. Think it's cos I know so many more people with babies and so know more who've had miscarriages etc. Even booked a private scan this time and we didn't do that at all last time x

Lilly1207 · 15/04/2018 17:15

Rachie1986

It's strange isn't it how our minds work. Come to think of it I bet that's why I'm the same! I'm considering an early scan too xx

MagicalCreatures · 15/04/2018 17:21

@applesauce1
I’ve come off something called Quetiapine for Bipolar 2 Disorder so that I could try for a baby. Even though it’s onenof the least damaging to an unborn child I didn’t want to risk it.
I’ve spent 7 years working so hard to get myself to a point where I felt like I’d managed to suppress it all into a little box in my head. But after having my miscarriage (which was long and stressful) and the horrible sequence of events that have pushed me to my limits over the last few months, I’m at breaking point.
I’m absolutely scared to death that if this pregnancy doesn’t go to plan, that my Bipolar box is going to crack and it’s all gonna come out and show it’s ugly face.
I don’t have a severe case, but I’ve had a couple of hyper manic episodes in my life and I struggle with racing thoughts.
I really feel your pain. The way I try to view it is that I won’t let it break me or control my life anymore, and I have great support around me. That’s the most important thing x x

Stargirl90 · 15/04/2018 17:25

@Gemsie1984 thanks Smile all i've had since then is a little brown tinted discharge this morning and thats all, no pain or anything so hopefully all is okay :)

Grendelle · 15/04/2018 19:01

Hi everyone! I've also recently found out I'm pregnant and due in December but feel awful for saying that I am not excited AT ALL. It's the first time for me and I've just turned 30 (I feel like I'm too young!). I know it sounds dreadful but my DP and I are really struggling to come to terms with giving up our nice lives! Is this normal? Also what does BFG and HCG mean?? Congrats to everyone else!