Due in September 2009 - Calling all the Christmas and New Year BFPs!

[lixanismapolium]

So excited to be starting my first thread!!!

Just had a BFP this morning a couple of days before AF is due and according to FF, my EDD is 1st September 09.

I have one DD (March 05) and had MMC in late September this year, so a little nervous but really ready for this.

Looking forward to a few more people joining me on here!

Welcome to another 2 newbies ... it's getting busy around here now!

Blinder - sounds like your symptoms are almost identical to mine .... just a bit of pink on a tissue. Sounds so simple doesn't it, yet emotionally SO hard to deal with. I have everything crossed for both of us.

Another new list to add bobber.

??/09/09 : peachyfox
??/09/09 : Blinder - 1DS (11 yrs)
??/09/09 : LittleRascal- 1DS (April 08)
01/09/09 : Lix - 1DD (March 05)
02/09/09 : KookyKid - 1DD (March 07)
03/09/09 : LittleCheese - 1DD (Jan 07)
03/09/09 : GracieGirl
04/09/09 : Wigglesmum - 1DS (Sept 06)
07/09/09 : bobber - 1DD (Oct 05)
08/09/09 : evie2000
09/09/09 : Bexaa - 1DS (May 07)
10/09/09 : TrixieBelden - 1DD (Dec 04)

Hi,

I have a question for Bobber - does Clearblue conception indicator definitely go up to 5+ weeks!!! From all the instructions I can read it only goes 1-2, 2-3 then 3+.

Going a bit crazy, as mine is still at 3+ and I'm 5...

Sending everyone all my wishes for a very happy new year...

J

Morning all. Still bleeding lightly - a little bit more this morning although it might just be because I was lying down all night and it was waiting for me to get up! Also concerned that my boobs aren't sore any more.

I spoke to the early pregnancy unit at the hospital and they said it is too early to tell anything even if they do a scan, so just need to wait and see what happens for the next week or so.

Still crossing everything I have but deep down I think I have lost this one too.

just saw your post lix -wish I had good words to add but really hope it all turns out ok. I believe on a scan anything before 6 weeks is slightly pointless alhtough I'm sure you feel there would be a point to it to stop the worrying. anyway to anyone else being paranoid, bleeding etc etc I send you positive vibes and somehow the belief that what will be will be - easy to say

love to all and good luck

Peachyfox - Do not worry! Mine said 3+ too & this is the time since the the actual conception. You then add 2 weeks to get your pregnancy date thingy according to the instructions (if I've got it right).

lixanismapolium - really hope everything is ok for you. The waiting is just so awful - I sympathise so much. I've read about many positive outcomes from early bleeding in my research. I know every pregnancy is different,but I had horrible cramps & felt really unwell with the bleed both times so if you arent in pain then maybe that is a good sign. Have you got any HPTs left in the house? Mine (which were never strong anyway) started to get weaker and this was a sign all was not right (and a CB digital told me I was still at the same level when I'd tested a fortnight earlier). Keeping all crossed for you

Hi Bobber, thanks for your message. Yes, I didn't turn 3+ till the exact day I was 5 weeks - you may be packing twins there! They're quite addictive those tests aren't they? A smart marketing gimmick if ever I saw one...

This is the first time in my life I've longed to feel sick...I know not everyone gets ms but it would be so reassuring to have it...

Lixanismapolium - hang in there, we're all rooting for you..there really is a mountain of stories of people who've gone through this and been fine.

Lots of happiness to all - this is going to be our year.

J

Feeling for you Lix. It's a horrible limbo time.

My spotting was browner this morning - like you it waited for me to get up. I'm obsessively checking but lets keep positive!

Lots of women have bleeding and spotting. Strangely, my occasional cramping has stopped which is a relief. This is also the week when I would have menstruated and I think that's a possible reason. Is that true for you Lix?

Sending very hopeful vibes to you x

lix sorry to hear you've had more bleeding. Try not to lose hope though. And you too, blinder. You are both in my thoughts.

I am now back from the in-laws so hoping to post a bit more regularly, although I start work again on Monday. Feeling really queasy today and having lots of CM (sorry for TMI!) which I keep thinking might be bleeding.

Welcome to the newbies - it would be very exciting to have twins on the thread!

blinder - fingers crossed for you - I've heard about bleeding when periods due and have been told its quite common & nothing to worry about. But it doesnt make the worrying go away though.

kookykid - The twins thing is really scaring me now. Did number 12 HPT today (why oh why?!) & on 17/18 dpo the blommin' line was so strong that it zapped virtually all the colour out of the control line . I'm going to book in for an early private scan for definite now - wanted to for reassurance anyway.
I had such a tricky pregnancy with DD with horrendous SPD (was in wheelchair) so god knows how my pelvis will hold together if there is 2 in there. That was my first sign I was pregnant this time - twinges in my pelvis at 3 weeks!!

Hi Ladies

All thoses with worries I have my fingrs crossed for you Im still paranoid as usual.

kooky I know exactly what you mean about the CM. Is it normal it have more than usual? I also keep thinking that im bleeding. Is it normal to every now and then have pain similar to period pain?

Has everyone booked in with the midwife yet then?

LC - I had lots of CM when pregnant with DD (so much that I often wore panty-liners!!) so I'm not too concerned, but just hate that "damp" feeling as it makes me panic. Sorry everyone, TMI again!

I am still having period-type twinges and feeling really quite rough today. Finding that eating regularly helps, even though I don't really feel like it.

I've been away so not booked in to see the MW yet, but will do soon. Have you?

bobber - stop testing!! That way madness doth lie! I'm sure the tests will probably be getting darker as your HCG levels go up. Probably nothing to do with twins... maybe! Do twins run in the family? Early scan sounds great!

Hi All,

Little Cheese, I have exactly the same thing - keep rushing to the loo expecting to see red...mine is not helped by the fact that I'm on cyclogest pessaries (usual after IVF) which is a messy old business. I too have af style cramps that come and go - I've been reading up about it today. Apparently low blood sugar can trigger them, although in general they are nothing to worry about unless very severe - your uterus stretches from the size of a plum to a grapefruit during this time (cripes I'm even starting to sound like google now..). I also had bad cramping after sex - scared me half to death ...

I haven't booked a midwife yet, wow that's really exciting to even think about - I think I'll wait till after my scan next week..

Bobber I know people joke about twins (and as an over forty first-time lucky with IVF girl myself it sounds like a dream come true) but I can really understand that others might not feel the same way - I really hope you've got exactly the right amount in there..

Hope everyone's staying sane, it's not easy.

Jx

Hello Ladies I just want to offer my congratulations to you all I've just hopped over from the due sept 08, we all have bouncing 3 month olds. Take care of yourselves, and hoping that you all heve a smooth running pregnancy

Thanks kooky, bexaa and peachy Im feeling reasured now. I have booked my booking appointment with the midwife its on 16th Jan im so excited, 2 days after dd's birthday so i have plenty to keep me occupied until then.

peachy I would absolutally love to have twins, everyone thinks im crazy wanting 3 under 3 (maybe i am) but i think it would be amazing

Peachy - that's really interesting about the plum to grapefuit thing and makes a lot of sense. Feel much better now! You're brave having sex - won't let my DH anywhere near until I know everything's alright! Silly, I know. So, is it likely that you may be carrying twins having had IVF?

Hi

Can I join the thread too?? Have just got a bfp and edd of 11th September. Will add details to the list....

??/09/09 : peachyfox
??/09/09 : Blinder - 1DS (11 yrs)
??/09/09 : LittleRascal- 1DS (April 08)
01/09/09 : Lix - 1DD (March 05)
02/09/09 : KookyKid - 1DD (March 07)
03/09/09 : LittleCheese - 1DD (Jan 07)
03/09/09 : GracieGirl
04/09/09 : Wigglesmum - 1DS (Sept 06)
07/09/09 : bobber - 1DD (Oct 05)
08/09/09 : evie2000
09/09/09 : Bexaa - 1DS (May 07)
10/09/09 : TrixieBelden - 1DD (Dec 04)
11/09/09 : DetoxDiva - 1DD (Jan 06)

Am taking 1 day at a time as had a mc in October but am remaining hopeful.

my midwife booked me in over the phone. we are lucky enough to have a midwifery led unit where I live and they seem to be very laid back. I go in on the 26th Jan to discuss what blood tests I want to have . a scan date is being sent out in due course.

this is completely different from my first pregnancy (1996) when I couldn't move without a doctor's permission.

peachy me two with the ahem post-coital cramping. apparently (TMI alert) orgasms release oxytocin which triggers contractions. In fact I had the same experience with DS and that is how I knew I was pregnant this time. Exactly the same terrifying cramping all down my legs and across my belly and back.
been scared to even think about sex since!

thanks all for the positive messages. this board has been a lifeline!

bobber i have to agree with kooky that you should definitely stop testing now you silly billy! save the money and spend it on cakes!

Welcome, detoxdiva!

I had a m/c in Nov, so know how you are feeling. Fingers crossed for all of us.

Thanks Kooky - yes it's worrying isn't it. I discovered I had an anembryonic pg at my 12 weeks scan - had no indication anything was wrong until then, and miscarried naturally 2 days later . I have decided I am going to book a private early scan at 8 weeks this time, as I can't face the prospect of going through that again, esp after having 12 weeks of thinking I was pg.

Fingers crossed for you too

Hello

Got my bpf today. Very shocked/scared and a little excited.
EDD is the 13th Sept and this little bean will be DC3.

I post under a different name normally but dont want to broadcast it just yet as have a few RL friends who know my MN name. Dh wants me to wait until 12wks before we say anything but both times previously i managed only about 5wks!

Congratulations to everyone on here I have sore/tingly boobs and very slight nausea

Lots of sticky baby dust to those of you who are worrying at the moment.

Hi there

Usually post under another name, but this is my lesser known version

Got a positive result on new year's eve. Am in a bit of a pickle as wasn't really expecting it. As a result of which am a bit vague on dates (conception and last period) - think am due in the first week of september (ranges from about the 3rd to the 8th). Will be No. 3, if all OK and not effected by rotten flu, copious amounts of over-the-counter meds and a hacking cough. Have dd who is 5 and a ds who is 3.

Feel a bit peculiar - can't quite believe it.

Have booked for a private nuchal scan and blood test for the 24th February when we think I should be 12 weeks ish. Hopefully not completely wrong. Might go and see the doctor next week to get on the NHS system. Have decided to have private scan because can pick and choose date to fit in with childcare and may opt for a CVS this time, depending upon initial results from the nuchal, and the clinic can fit in straight away immediately after the nuchal if required. We shall see....

Am desperate to tell someone, but am also wanting to hold cards close to my chest. Am most worried about what my mother will think . She's great but (and I can kind of see her point), everything is so brilliant with 2, and have got a freelance work thing going, and life is pretty sorted, so I expect she might be worried that we're upsetting the apple-cart in having No. 3. I kind of remember feeling the same after getting the positive with ds - the sense of what on earth am I getting myself into!

Congratulations ladies on having your BFP's it's all so exciting. I was on the due Sept '08 thread and it's great to see you all going through the same things just a year behind! Wishing you all the best of luck!

Morning all --

endymion - funny, I was apprehensive about telling my mother for much the same reasons. We have a good rhythm to our life with DD, my husband travels for work and I'm on my own quite a bit, and I worried she'd tell me I was mad for thinking I could take on another. But she was v pleased, v kind. I was surprised and so glad. Assuming this bean sticks, I'm going to ask her to come for a few weeks when DH goes back to work.

I'm realising how v little I remember about pregnancy from five years ago! I rang up my GP and am going to see her on the 13th. The midwives for the hospital we're choosing see patients out of our local surgery five minutes' walk away, hurray. But it's all baffling to me because I had DD in America, where generally you see an OB/GYN in her office throughout your pregnancy, and she did a lot of the scans there. And the tests have changed, too, haven't they I had the nuchal scan and triple-screen, but I gather the triple-screen has been superseded by the 'combined test'? Ugh, I don't know. Need to go pick up a book today and start educating myself.

LittleCheese et al.: the CM is something I definitely remember from last time! I had to graduate to full-size pads at about 2 months. Lovely.

Other things I remember that I'm NOT looking forward to: copious vomiting and fainting, achy pelvis and hips from those ligaments stretching, enormous, animalistic hunger. I'm serious, I CANNOT gain 3.5 stone again this time. My poor back was devastated by pregnancy and I had such a hard time getting about. I'm ringing my trainer at the gym today to set up an appointment and come up with an exercise plan. I run 3 miles 3x/week right now and would love to keep that up as long as I can.

Here's what didn't happen last time, though -- tea tastes so funny to me! Chalky and weak, and it's so disappointing as I really rely on my cuppa to start the day. Anyone else having taste/smell issues?