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MrsFish · 08/09/2007 20:29

Ok folks here is the new thread. I have put it into ante natal again for now, we can always start a new one in the post natal forum once we have all popped.

:D Could have used that for a thread title.... Once you pop you just can't stop

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MrsFish · 11/09/2007 00:54

Anyone around, I can't sleep

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EdieMcredie · 11/09/2007 01:39

Oh god im up again. Now convinced myself that this is OC from reading stuff on here about it not necessarily needing to be hands and feet that itch. Piriton has made no difference.

Im seriously never getting pregnant again.

EdieMcredie · 11/09/2007 01:40

MrsFish-You still up? Are you ok?

EdieMcredie · 11/09/2007 02:14

Ive just had a show!

pinkhearts · 11/09/2007 05:59

Just thought I would let you girls know that my delightful daughter made her way into the world via elective c-section.

Her name is Katie Louise, born 3 September, 8lb 5oz, at 9.49 am.

All is well much better than my emergency c-section with my son.

Congratulations to everyone whom have had babies over the last week and good luck to those still hanging around.

ccpink · 11/09/2007 08:15

congrats pinkheart!

eddie - excellent result on show but not so good on itch. Get back to that mega doc asap!!!

mrsfish - hope you are still asleep! Don't feel guilty - we all moan but we'll all be ok is my motto now, with or without evryone else.

kinki - I feel for you so much. I think you should record an answer machine message saying all fine but need sleep and then turn ringers off phone so you can check it when you want. sleep when older two are at school and liam asleep and sod house!!!Agree with rin that you should put friends off , even for just a couple of weeks til you're more sorted. I'm sure that's easier said than done though. Big hugs

sophus - sorry you're so uncomfortable but at least cat and car sorted so now you can relax and wait...

kyala I've virtually abandonned dh in bed but sleep so much better in spare. Does feel like we're not married though as no bd'ing in an age!!!!

I'm having a lazy day today. Love to all.

Chattyhan · 11/09/2007 08:17

Congratulations Pinkhearts!

Hello everyone sorry i've not been around much, busy with mum visiting!

Will catch up later after the midwifes been!

No sign of labour for me yet - thats because i've got help for DS with me !

39+2

FlossALump · 11/09/2007 09:09

Kinki, I'm sorry you are going through such a stressful time. How horrible for you. I've always thought the NHS were good with mat leave, it seems I am wrong. It definately sounds as though you are doing too much. I understand its hard to let people down by cancelling but couldn't you ask them to bring lunch with them etc? Something to help lighten the load. I suspect DS1 is playing up because of the baby?! Could you not ask for a short term loan from parents/ relatives to cover you until you get some money coming in? You simply can't go back to work so soon Kinki. Could your other half take on some extra work at all? I really hope something gets sorted for you soon.

Flossalump, 39+6, deeeep sigh.

EdieMcredie · 11/09/2007 09:17

Kinki Im so sorry about your situation. Would love to help you myself but don't think I am anywhere near you...

I had some contractions after my show but it has all stopped now

Im going to have to go back to doc as itching is worse than ever

toadstool · 11/09/2007 09:49

Kinki, I'm so sorry. Your employers do not sound reasonable at all, surely it's illegal to require someone to return to work so early. What happened to your MATB1? If they try to force you to work, can you get yourself signed off on health grounds (the HV's opinion should be cited, surely)? If the mortgage is an issue, can you negotiate with the lending company, or see if any benefits could help?
Sorry if this is useless, but I've found workplace Personnel and even Union people [a] unhelpful and [b] incredibly ill-informed - it took a long time to work out that yes, I was entitled to mat pay, and once I told them what the Dept of Trade and Industry website actually said, they backed down. It's worth emlisting a friend to do this on your behalf as it's time-consuming and you really don't need the hassle now, but it's worth it.
As others have said, friends should only cross your doorstep if they are coming in to help, not to be waited on - they can bring their own food and make you and your kids a drink, ffs!

hayley2u · 11/09/2007 10:00

ok this is my last day. omg its happening so quick, but also the day are dragging too.i m so scared now. going to ry keep myself busy. just been to get my hair cut and blown, it only took 40 mins think wanted it to take longer, i going to get eyebrows waxed and eyelashes tinted at 2 then up to hospital for my blood clotting jab. need to get something still for my son yet, might just get him something from thorntons with a little message on it.

MrsBumblebee · 11/09/2007 10:27

Hi everyone.

Kinki, I'm so sorry to hear what a rough time you're going through. I'm afraid I don't have much in the way of practical advice to add to what others have said, except that have you tried calling the Acas helpline for advice? They're impartial and very well-informed. I don't know how to do links, but the number's on their website which is acas.co.uk. To be honest, it sounds like Friday is way too early to be going back to work, but I know that's not terribly helpful given your financial needs. Maybe sick leave is a possibility, as someone said, or throwing yourself on the mercy of your mortgage company. As for all the visitors, that does sound like an area where you (or, better, dp) can take control. Hopefully if people understand that you need a bit of peace and quiet, they'll be happy to back off a bit (or help out more!). And definitely don't feel you have to answer the phone!! I've always employed a selective phone answering policy (i.e. only when I feel like it), even before I was pregnant. It drives my mother mad .

Sophus, sorry you're feeling frustrated. I'm now officially 'overdue' as well, and my body has also given absolutely no signs of being aware that it's supposed to be giving birth soon. I read somewhere that in some countries (France??) your due date is calculated at 41 weeks not 40. If that was done here, maybe we wouldn't get so impatient??

Edie, about your itching, but exciting that things might be getting moving! Hopefully you won't be worrying about the itching for much longer!

Hayley, good luck, and enjoy your last day!

And massive congratulations to pinkhearts!

No news from me, really. Had an absolutel nothing day yesterday, so planning a nice walk in the sunshine this afternoon. I'm so bored I'm even doing some of dh's work for him (on the basis that the less he's got hanging over him, the less stressed he'll be while on paternity leave). Hope everyone else is ok and enjoying the lovely weather.

40+1

emj23 · 11/09/2007 10:33

Congratulations pinkhearts and welcome baby Katie!

Good luck and best wishes hayley2u, hope everything goes brilliantly for you, keep us informed!

EdieMcredie - hope you are okay too, it's all kicking off round here isn't it?

I have been feeling very peculiar the last couple of days, I hope something's going to happen soon...

TwitmonstEr · 11/09/2007 10:55

hi all, hope you're all doing well.

emalushka · 11/09/2007 11:10

Hello everyone,

Congratulations pinkhearts on the birth of katie.

kinki - It sounds like you are doing far far too much. Put your foot down with visitors and tell them when it is convenient for you to visit. Make them bring their own lunch and say 'Oh you'll have to put the kettle on and sort yourself out.' Take offers of help from people - unless they are going to be more of a hinderence!
You've just had a baby ffs. No one should expect you to be entertaining. Sleep when you can and forget housework, just for a couple of weeks. You are the most important person right now. People should understand that. As for work, if needs must, take it very very easy. Good luck and keep us updated.

HammerHeadShark · 11/09/2007 12:13

Congrats Pinkhearts on the safe arrival of Katie Louise

Edie - any more news after the show???

Kinki - really sorry you are having such a sh**e time when you should be relaxing as much as possible and enjoying your brand new boy. Could you have a chat with the RCN or UNISON rep where you work (not sure exactly of your job in the NHS) as it all sounds totally unfair and outrageous. I really hope you get it sorted out soon. Your three boys are absolutely gorgeous by the way.

Kyala - thanks for the welcome back - this thread is speeding along and it is hard to keep up with all the messages so bless you for replying to mine . I agree it is a ridiculous time to move house - we put our flat on the market almost as soon as I found out I was pregnant but it all took much longer than anticipated.

Feeling very energetic today (most unusal) so sorting out some more old baby stuff and tidying, washing and hoovering - textbook nesting nonsense! It was my birthday yesterday, but unfortunately DH had to work in order to make sure he was off next week for the arrival of No.3 so I was happy to make the sacrifice. My mum and dad came up to see me with a birthday cake and helped me amuse the DTs which was a pretty welcome present. Feeling horribly old but vaguely wondering if I can fit in No.4 before I get to 40 - am clearly a bit mental today.

TwitmonstEr · 11/09/2007 12:15

kinki, I haven't read what has happened I'm really sorry,needless to say I echo what has been put recently. I shall read the thread this evening.
am off for a snooze with dd lol.

sophus · 11/09/2007 12:18

Had lots of sleep, nice man from John Lewis has been to sort out my blinds (v long saga, finally reaching an end). Cat is nearly talking to me again (I might have saved its life but i also took it to the vet for which i must be punished repeatedly). I've resigned myself to another week of this so I'm going to take myself out to a very nice lunch then pick up a DVD and indulge. And for the rest of the week i'm going to ignore being pregnant and get on with relaxing.
I have a semi-nesting instinct - i look at things and think "that could do with being reorganized/cleaned etc" but then i do nothing and go and lie down until such silly thoughts pass.
Hope everyone is having a good day and is not too uncomfortable, tired etc, and that all the new LOs are enjoying this new world they find themselves in.
S
x
40 + 6 (42 - 8)

toadstool · 11/09/2007 12:46

Bummer, just had a fall reaching out to grab zimmer frame kindly left too far away by DH (ok blame the man, I was probably being silly). Beached whale situation. Don't feel like ringing MW as LO is moving around and I can't be bothered spending 30 mns leaving the house to go to see anyone and be told to go home, dear. Grrrrrrrrrr. 39 weeks and falling apart!

MrsMar · 11/09/2007 13:48

Hi there all, I haven't been on here for ages, been so busy! Love the new thread title, I've just done an ocado shop to be delivered before I get home from hospital and first on my list was pate, blue cheese and wine!! hehehehe!

Kinki - so sorry to hear about your troubles. I think it's terrible your employers are effectively making you go back to work only weeks after giving birth. It's absolutely outrageous, even more so from the health service. It's definitely worth getting in touch with a local paper or tv news to shame them in to paying you some maternity money. Can you speak to your mortgage lender about perhaps taking a payment holiday? Perhaps you could switch to interest only for a period to reduce your payments. Oh and don't worry about coming on here and telling us your woes, this is absolutely the place to come for support. I can't speak for anyone else, but your problems are far greater than mine so feel free to rant away! I hope you get things sorted soon. Oh and I agree with the others, limit friends visits unless they can guarantee they leave the house in a better state than when they arrived, do some washing/housework/cooking before they go

congratulations to kelmcd, Pinkhearts and MMooMar!!

sophus - sorry to hear your sweep wasn't too promising. I do feel for you having to go so far past your due date, is there anything you can do to help things along? Long walks? bouncing on a ball? I hope things start moving soon. LOL @ the semi nesting thing, I'm the same, I can see so many things that need doing.... can't possibly motivate myself to do them!

Good luck Hayley - I hope you manage to keep yourself occupied, I'm going to be in the same position tomorrow so any top tips??

Any more news Edie? I hope this means things are getting going for you, good luck if they are!

Toadstool - I hope you're not too hurt from your fall... if LO is still moving around it must be ok. I can see how the prospect of trudging round to the mw to be told to go home isn't too appealing. Take it easy for the rest of the day though.

I've just been for a lovely sesh at a local beauty salon. My sister gave me a voucher for my birthday for a treatment called Blissful beginnings, basically a full body massage and facial especially for pregnant women. So nice to have a massage, and the facial was great, really relaxing. I think I'm going to have to spend the rest of the afternoon dozing so I don't undo the good work! Have a lovely day everyone!

Take care xxx

hayley2u · 11/09/2007 16:51

mrs mars. i went hAD my hair done had little bits of pampering just been hospital for my blood thinning injection and was there for about an hour and a bit. i have my dad babysitting tonght and decided to go pictures as wont be allowed for a while lol. getting so nervous but seeing all those babies at the hospital soo cute cant wait for mine.

EdieMcredie · 11/09/2007 17:11

Thanks all for hoping things are moving for me! A bit achey and still losing show but nothing else. Spoke to another MW today who said I have PUPP which is like an allergy in later pregnancy. The good news is it is completely harmless for both me and baby . The bad news is that it won't go for a while (few more weeks) and it will get worse before it gets better

I am literally itching every minute of the day and am covered in a rash. It's miserable.

Sorry for moaning but I know this is a good place!

MrsMar · 11/09/2007 17:18

sounds good to me hayley. I'm saving a load of things up for tomorrow, going to change the sheets (not much fun, but I reckon dh won't do it while I'm in hosp - yuk!) cook yet more food for the freezer and do a bit of a housework blitz. I've already told dh I want the house immaculate when I get home, I'm sure it won't be!!! Pizza boxes and beer bottles everywhere. I'll only be gone a couple of days (hopefully) and I reckon it'll turn in to a total dive !!! Good luck for tomorrow xx

Edie - sorry you're in such a rash. Can you manage a cool bath to help the itching? I hope things pick up soon x

Tinkjon · 11/09/2007 17:29

Hayley, lots of luck to you for tomorrow!!! I'm going in for a pre-op tomorrow, before my cs on Thurs - are you too MrsMar? I've been told to allow 4 hours for it and am now getting a little worried as to what that might entail...

kyala · 11/09/2007 18:16

What a day what a day what a day!!
I have just had the worst day imaginable, and all cos of the pubic transport [raspberry face]
One day off my due date and I decided to get out of the house, away from the stress and the strain of all the housework that needs doing, get on the bus this morning and witness the old sod driving verbally abuse an old woman simply because she wasn't quite at the bus stop when she flagged him down (oh and he was 10 minutes late so he knew she would've had to wait another 10 minutes for another bus to come along!) Poor old woman, I really felt for her, at the very least he waited for her to be seated before starting off again.

Had an Ok time in town (didn't actually pick up the one thing that I need but Dh is doing that for me now ) Did some leisurely wandering, picked up some chocolate fudge and made my way to the bus stop. Then proceeded to wait for more than half an hour, along with a lot of old folk (it's market day), with no info being given on what was going on with our bus (they've got these brilliant electronic displays that haven't actually worked for about a year now!) so I phoned the "information centre" (twice) only to be told that it's probably stuck in traffic, now this could be excused except for one simple factor, all the other buses that come from the same place were on time, so ours had either broken down or it was just being stupidly slow! (Oh and the actual bus wasn't even coming from very far away so still not sure how it would manage to be stuck in traffic for more than half an hour, as that would mean there would be pretty much NO traffic coming in through the town at all )

So, in the end, I got the bus to the Hospital instead and decided to walk the rest of the way (would take anyone else 20-30 minutes, only I was pushing, nay holding onto for dear life, DD in her pushchair, as the whole walk is down hill and was loaded up with shopping! I should get some of those Heelies, could just let the pushchair take me down the hill then )
Ok rant over, it wasn't too bad as DH turned up just as I was about half way down the hill, but that's not the point is it? All those poor old women who had to keep waiting (as they were all going a lot further than I was), when I left we were all talking of suing if we got sunburn/heatstroke

Not only that but after sorting DD out for a nap decided I should get some kip too, just resting and the bloody phone goes off (am half expecting DH's work to phone as he left on time (to pick up clothes) and was being audited!) so ran downstairs to pick it up, got there just out of time and even 1471 didn't have the blooming number, so I know it was a junky call informing me that I've won some crappy holiday or something (been getting them recently), and so can't get to sleep

DH's just come home with a huge bag of clothes for DD and a lovely little bag for LO (thank you Freecycle ) which he's now going through, and looking very broody I must say !
Also, he's come back with 2 boxes of chocolates and a bar of Green and Blacks choccy too all on the same day that I get chocolate fudge and chocolate toffee from the market Bang goes his diet! (Or do we think I can eat it all by myself, I'll give it a go just for him )

Ooh but one little bit of good news I had a show am very much happy about that as it gives me hope that LO's coming in the next week! I didn't have a show at all with DD so was a bit taken aback by it LOL

So, what's going on with you lot, now I've got that lot off my chest . . . .

Pinkhearts: Congratulations

ccpink: Glad someone's managing a lazy day! I know tomorrow's going to be just as hectic for me
Glad to hear I'm not the only one actually enjoying not sleeping with DH (well, in the same bed anyway!) Do miss him at night though Just cos I like to talk until I fall asleep, keeps him awake LOL

Hammerheadshark: I agree, you are mad! But in all seriousness having 4 isn't really a big deal nowadays is it? My mum had 4 (albeit my sister is 13 years younger than myself, and 9 years younger than my youngest brother) it's when you start thinking along the lines of 10's of children!
As for the energy boost, lucky you, I had no choice but to use up all my energy walking down the bloody hill this afternoon (did I mention that already? yes I did LOL)

Hayley: Good luck for tomorrow

I've probably missed someone out, am getting worse at acknowledging folk and better at moaning on here It'll all be over soon and you wont have to listen to me whinge about random crud that has nothing to even do with me being pregnant you'll just have to listen to me whinge about baby related stuff instead

Hope you all have a good evening, I've insisted on takeaway for dinner (as I didn't take any chicken out of the freezer and I'm too tired to cook)
xxx
39+6 (could it be tomorrow?!!)

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