Hi everyone! Well - I'm officially in London. Well, for the next two weeks anyway.
The flight was fine, however unfortunately my second section of the trip with Virgin Atlantic was not as comfortable as the first section with Cathay Pacific. No exit row with Virgin, although they did give me an isle seat. I preferred the food on Cathay too, and they also had a menu so at least I knew what I was up for when I was ordering (with Virgin I just got asked 'beef, chicken or veg' dish?)
I'm feeling a bit crampy today, which of course has got me panicking a bit. I sneezed this morning and it really hurt down where my uterus is. So I'm desparately hoping everything is ok in there after the flight - I was tempted to book a scan for here just to check, but I think if it was not good news it would just destroy me, so I'll wait till I get back as I have my nuchal then and my husband will be with me for support.
So where is all this sunshine you've all been talking about? Just as well I know British weather and have packed accordingly. Although I hope I get to wear my cotton dresses at some stage during my trip!
Kayz your brie story made me laugh, you poor bugger. I'm thinking all the time about the stuff I want to eat but can't - but at least I don't have to deal with it right in front of me all the time! How frustrating for you.
majormoo your friends' experience in Sydney sounds great. I do actually think that health care is generally better in Australia after having put up with the NHS for 4 years, but I guess in every country there are both good and bad experiences when it comes to childbirth. Do you know what hospital she gave birth at, and whether it was public or private? I'm sure snowwombat would be interested to know as well as she'll be in Sydney too next month.
Flumpybumpy I'm sorry about your awful experience at work. I think the consensus here is that you were wronged by both that colleague and your boss for disclosing your private information shared in confidence. Have you asked your colleague if she has mentioned it to any one else at your work? Do you know for sure that they know about your initial thoughts about getting a termination? If it were me I would be mad as buggery and letting her know that her lack of understanding about the situation is disappointing and upsetting. However this could possibly do more damage than good, so only you can judge how you now deal with it. Just remember that despite whatever happens at work, your mumsnet friends do not judge you and are always here for support. xx
EmmaPP that's great that you'll be in NZ, I love it there. When are you planning to travel? Giving birth is definitely free here in Australia unless you go private (in which case you need to pay the difference between the national health schedule rates and the actual charges for obs etc). I think in some areas you may have to pay for a nuchal scan (mine will be free in Canberra) or the small amount of difference for scans if they charge more than the standard health schedule rate. Good to hear yours will be free too!
strikey I hope you're feeling a bit more positive soon, you've come to the right place for support. Feelings of doubt can of course be completely normal - remember your hormones are all over the place when you're pregnant. And it will be different with each pregnancy so don't worry that you didn't feel like this with your DS. And of course 2 children can be a good thing too, I've been told by lots of my friends & family with children that it can actually be helpful when they get a little older as they can keep each other company and not need as much attention from just you. Try to keep your spirits up, and feel free to chat on here when you need a sympathetic ear.
minster best wishes for your scan! I am nervous for you, do let us know how you go. Hopefully it will be fine and you will be reassured that all is well.
Anyway I must get on to doing some paperwork - as much as I'd love to have a relaxing day I need to make the most of my time here! Hope everyone else is doing ok