emmsys room...only a few left...we WILL graduate the final few :-)

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hi ladies
here is a nice new thread with some nice brand spanking new bags of baby dust....
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i will bring our list over in a sec after i have linked
COME ON GIRLS WE WILL GET TO THAT ANTENATAL THREAD BEFORE EMMSY POPS!!!!!!!
xx ei xx

Hi Mel - welcome to our world! I'm so sorry to read of everything you have been through. A still birth must be about the hardest thing anyone can have to experience, but to have that followed by a mc... You must be a very strong lady to even be contemplating getting pg again, and I wish you loads of luck

Where is that naughty Georgie? Do you think we have now got her so addicted to fb she can't pull herself away to come and see us over here?

Horrid horrid weather here, and I have a cold & and I have just realised that when I pay my VAT for this quarter there will be nothing left for my tax bill - told you I'd been spending too much... Am trying not to panic, should be able to get a loan / cash advance on the credit cards if things get desperate... bloody building works... and we have the carpet fitters coming next week, I suppose they'll want paying as well... .... How on earth I would ever afford any maternity leave is beyond me, but I guess we'll just have to fall of that bridge if/when we come to it! (Sorry for moaning, I know it's all my own fault for being so rubbish with money...)

yey teehee lovely news about HB ! Glad this one is a sticker

Sparkly am very well thanks - just getting bigger by the day !

Welcome Mel - I really hope you have success soon, maybe we can bring you some luck

First of all huge congratulations to TeeHee on your scan, fantastic news hunny really pleased for you
Kate Can't believe you weren't offered counselling or anything, thats terrible, it's made me think how supportive my GP has been, I'm obviously very lucky. Might be worth considering, but sounds like your getting on track with your naturopathic route, hope it works for you sweet. Oh and thanks for the advice about waiting until appt, have decided that I will definately wait til then, see what happens and afterwards just let nature take it's course until we're ready to TTC properly, so thank you Dr Kate x
EI Love the new name, love handbags too, they are definately my thing, not really a shoe person but bags really do it for me
Sparkly How are you feeling today, is your cold better? Love the new name
CriCri How about Mr Jacobs Creek if we're making you with Mr Wolfblass Got to get one up on you pg ladies and have some perks
Mibbes at return to work, but nice to see you back. Ive got to go back on Friday, not really looking forward to it, but life goes on and mortgages need paying
Mel Welcome, hope your ready for our crazy bunch? Sorry to hear of your losses, and hope you won't have to long to wait for a sticky BFP.
Emmsy Thanks for advice, went to GP this morning, she's pretty sure I've got an infection so got antibiotics to take, typically the spotting stopped yesterday just after I made the appt!
I'm also booked in for bloods Thursday I think she's trying to prempt the consultants appt and have everything ready for them, so that's good news. Also got my first counselling session tomorrow, so it's all go here at the moment. Still it means that I'm keeping busy and being distracted which is the main thing. Oh that and the big bag of M&M's sat next to my computer

Oh and check out our chat thread girls, I want to know all about your lists (You'll see what I mean if you go on)

Hello dear hearts. Am here. Haven't disappeared into the FB wilderness . Nothing wonderful going on, just been really busy the last couple of days. DD1 got back form 2 week hols with her Dad on Sun and I picked her up on Mon. REALLY missed her so have been catching up with her and getting used to having 2 again. DD2 really missed her big sis. So much so that in the bath last night she got very over excited and lamped Mollie on the cheek with a bucket. Mollie now got huge bruise on her cheek.....just in time for school.

I see that I have loads to catch up on but have to go pick DD2 up from nursery in 5 mins and then we're off to a mates for tea so will have love you and leave you until the wee terrors are in bed.....

But have a slice of my homemade chocolate cake with raspberry jam in the middle and lashings of chocolate icing on the top. Should keep you going til I get back. xxxxxx

Hello dear hearts. Am here. Haven't disappeared into the FB wilderness . Nothing wonderful going on, just been really busy the last couple of days. DD1 got back form 2 week hols with her Dad on Sun and I picked her up on Mon. REALLY missed her so have been catching up with her and getting used to having 2 again. DD2 really missed her big sis. So much so that in the bath last night she got very over excited and lamped Mollie on the cheek with a bucket. Mollie now got huge bruise on her cheek.....just in time for school.

I see that I have loads to catch up on but have to go pick DD2 up from nursery in 5 mins and then we're off to a mates for tea so will have love you and leave you until the wee terrors are in bed.....

But have a slice of my homemade chocolate cake with raspberry jam in the middle and lashings of chocolate icing on the top. Should keep you going til I get back. xxxxxx

Hello dear hearts. Am here. Haven't disappeared into the FB wilderness . Nothing wonderful going on, just been really busy the last couple of days. DD1 got back form 2 week hols with her Dad on Sun and I picked her up on Mon. REALLY missed her so have been catching up with her and getting used to having 2 again. DD2 really missed her big sis. So much so that in the bath last night she got very over excited and lamped Mollie on the cheek with a bucket. Mollie now got huge bruise on her cheek.....just in time for school.

I see that I have loads to catch up on but have to go pick DD2 up from nursery in 5 mins and then we're off to a mates for tea so will have love you and leave you until the wee terrors are in bed.....

But have a slice of my homemade chocolate cake with raspberry jam in the middle and lashings of chocolate icing on the top. Should keep you going til I get back. xxxxxx

Stupid sodding computer . .....

Hellooooo

I'm finally here, did you miss me?

I'm actually fuming just now, my heart is going race out of my chest in a minute!

Bloody selfish wanking mindee parents . I've decided to get rid of them completely, well obviously not completely although a hitman would be a nice idea if it didn't involve jail
I have nothing but stress from them about their precious little boy. everything I say or do (normal everyday stuff) they have something to say about it. Everything gets pulled apart and analysed (sp? - fuck it I'm too angry)

Ok, the new problem doesn't seem that bad and it's my own bloody fault for being so disorganised but anyway:
Mindee started nursery this week on Mondays and Thursdays. Now I normally have mindee on a Mondays/Tues/Weds but obviously will only be Tues/Weds from now on. Ok, I assumed his last Monday would have been last Monday had it not been a bank hol. They would have needed me as he wasn't due to start nursery until this week. Turns out, they had already told me his last Monday would have been the week before last. I had forgotten this and charged them for the bank holiday which is normal and in the contract (not like they weren't going to get paid) So, I don't get paid for the bank holiday when they would have needed me anyway!
I've read the email regarding his last day and they are right but my god! How stingey is that? They would get paid for the bank hol from their jobs! I cant believe I didn't realise they had timed his last Monday so they wouldn't have to pay up. Not like they're short of money either. I can't wait to get rid of them. I will tell them about my pregnancy and give them notice. Should be rid of them by the end of November. I will be throwing a party to celebrate too!
I'm eating a huge box of posh chocs from Hotel Chocolat from my dad. Making me feel a little better.

Piper Just looking at your chart. Do you think you might have ov'd even later? Say CD24? Just a thought if you get another mega LP? Very frustrating
Cricri NCT class sounds like fun You've reminded me to get my boobs measured. Phoebe is fine now, I think she was having a territorial week She's getting spade on the 9th so I can kick her out
Kate DIY I hate it with a passion, we have loads to do. Wish we could afford to get someone in to do it Did you have mush to do? Come and do ours too if you get bored and bloody hell Kate, are these the same "friends" you were telling us about? Sounds like you need some new friends - good job you have us eh
BTW, I'm also stressing about my tax return. I have no idea what they will charge me in tax. What ever it is, I don;t have it! Still they owe me nearly £400 so they can take it out of that
Emmsy How's the fish, does he have a friend yet? I don't like Dale either for a human. A bit Americany iykwim, like Zack, Corey and Macey etc..no offence to Americans! Good old fashioned British names is what you want. We really like Henry for a boy which any of you are more than welcome to steal, I'm no name snob
Ei Great new name, come on Ov, we need some excitement from you!
Sparkly Great name but a little pessimistic don't you think? You're not narky! Only to DP How was yesterday with your niece and nephew? I hope they didn't all drive you mad. mmmmmm Space NK! I'll be putting that on my list to Father Xmas this year
Teehee Glad to see you back Morning sickness is a bugger, at least I didn't throw up though, you poor thing. Mine seems to have passed now. They say it normally passes by 10-12 weeks. I hope it's that way for you.
Great news about your scan! Did you get a picture?
Scully very about your bbq in Oz. I so wish I could get away from this shitty country. First chance we get we'll be outta here! In fact DP applied for a job in Oz, not sure where but I think in Sydney. Doubt he'll get it but it was worth a try!
Mollie so pleased to have you back. I hope the days will get easier for you soon
I love Ben and Jerrys btw, especially Phish Food. Wasn't sure who Wolfblass was until now. I'm not normally a big wine drinker I do like a cocktail though
Mibbes hope you're well lady?
Georgie Where are you hiding?
Mel Welcome to our thread Just add your name to the list

I think I've included everyone, Was a bit of a large catch up.

crossed posts Georgie as it took me a bout 2 hours to write that and catch up at the same time Glad you're still around Did Mollie have a lovely time?

I feel a bit sick now, just eaten loads of those chocs and about 6 digestive biccies Sod it, I'm pissed off. Bleugh.

Oh, BTW, what do you all think of £70 per week for food shopping? This includes the odd can of deodrant and babywipes too. Is it too much or about right or not much? It's for 2 adults and one child plus 2 mindees Monday-Friday.

Fruity Good to have you back but on your behalf at mindee's parents... Deep breaths and think of your bean Personally I think £70 a week food shopping is pretty reasonable for the no of people you mentioned. We spend a bit more than that and there's only 2 of us
Sympathise with you and Kate on tax and VAT issues... The joys of being self-employed! Oh and the £117 weekly maternity allownace you get from the government I sent my form off to JobCentre Plus a couple of weeks ago but haven't heard back from them yet.. Funny how they're very quick to find you when you owe them money.
HTGG Thanks for the yummy cake (if I can't have wine then I'll make up for it with cake ).
Teehee Fantastic news about your scan I'm so pleased and you must be very relieved. Did you get a pic? You'll have to put it on your profile!
Mel Welcome Sorry to hear about your losses Good luck with ttc and hope it won't be too long.
Hello to everyone else

Fruity Enjoy the power of getting rid of you horrid parents. My Dad used to have his own menswear shop and he said one the best things about being his own boss was that you didn't have to answer to anyone and you could tell people to piss off (obv you may wish to modify the language or you may not )

No Cricri I was so absorbed in staring at the screen I forgot to get a photo but you really had to see it moving to get the full force. I should have pre-warned DP to ask really! I'll get the next one on the profile.

HTGG glad you are still alive and kicking - we missed you. Sounds like your mood has improved as well, perhaps you were just missing DD1.

Emmsy Mines a no vote for Dale as well, agree with Fruity good old fashioned names. (Although I have already been told off by DP for talking names this week so don't encourage me)

Hi to everyone else, I am off to eat dinner even though I have just troughed a bowl of noodles. I am so hungry and tired. Will eat and go to sleep I think.

Fruity Not your horrid parents obviously. I'm sure they are lovely!

Yeah they're alright I knew what you meant

Hello ladies

Teehee that is truely wonderful news about your scan, wishing a happy and healthy nine months

Fruity at your mindees parents. Scabby B£$%£"!!!

Sparkly lol at the new name

So feckin FF changed my ov date yet again! considering i thought this was going to be a short 2ww, this has to be the longest one ever................ 9dpo today, i tested yesterday when i thought i was 14dpo and got a BFN but now i am back to being unsure will have to wait and see i suppose

Right bag-loving ladies I need your help. I had chosen my changing bag - the lin and leo in red (as have ordered a red liner for the pram), but then they introduced a tan version so now I am confused. A few friends have said that the tan will go with more but I already have a tan Mulberry bag so maybe red would be a change ?.. DP has said he thinks the red is garish - opinions please
red
tan
oh and the reason I have discounted the chocolate brown is that it has pink stitching which am not keen on

piper what a nightmare but at least you're still in with a chance hun xx

sorry I meant to post the change bag question on the AN thread , hope it doesn't see too flippant on here - oops !

Oh and be warned that Sparkly is a right dodgy burd !

Two tired girls in bed. One husband cooking supper (it's our wedding anniversary) and me sitting her with glass of seriously nice red wine and a captive audience. Hoorah. Couldn't get batter .

Mollie So glad that you're back with us. You know you can be however you want to be on here. No judgements. For what it's worth, I wish I'd started TTC after last mc in Mar when I was super fertile. But then I am 38 and you're no where near as ancient mature as I am .

Emmsy Call the fish by a porn name . Something like Crunch Hardrock or Dusty Lapels . Sorry the bloke got you for the car. But least he's in the trade and you won't hammer your no claims.

Fruity Some people are unbelievebly stinging my love. And it seems that the richer you get, the stingier you get. rest assured that they are missing out as you're fab Child Minder. As one door closes another one opens.

Mel hello. Welcome to our strange but rather good looking gang . We're lovely and not at all unhinged . Jump right in and make yourself at home.

Sparkly Not sure name change appropriate. But then we're not your DH . You seem very chirpy on here!!!!

Ei LOVE the new name. Am handbag queen. Just bought my new autumn handbag and after much deliberation I got a dark bottle green patent number from Jigsaw. It's lush!

Piper Step away from the HPT lady! How's the wedding preps going? Not long now is it?

TeeHee Great news about the scan. May this bean be incredibly sticky .

Scully Very of your BBQ in the sunshine. Just don't feel as if I've had a summer. Just bloody grey skies and rain. Sigh. Am seriously considering moving back to US.

Kate Hello lovely. How's the DIY going? Am crap with all the prep work but LOVE painting!

Mibbes Cricri How's it going lovely ladies?

Opps, better go. DH just served supper. xxxxx

hi ladies
fruitynice to see you
georgie nice to see you too
emmsy i too am not exactly a fan of dale but i dont mind slightly unusual sounding names owen and aaron are faves at the mo i too dont mind if anyone wants to steal use one of them or even both as i am no name hog
sparkly i hope you are feeling better today
hi to everyone else
nowt to report here so il keep you posted
xx ei xx

mibbes i LOVE your changing bag choices they look like a real handbag just what i want the only question is what is the handle of your pram like? the handles of the bag you have chosen dont look particularly long so would be difficult to pop over a one handled pram iyswim i would go with the tan myself what pram have you chosen?
fruity at your mindees parents!! what a pair of cheap skates we paid our CM for the BH even though she only minds DD as a favour for us on monday morning. it is courtesy IMO
hope everyone else is ok
xx ei xx

Happy Anniversary HTGG

Ei the bag comes with a long strap too so it can attach to the pram handle - you are not the first mum to ask that, I am lucky to have you experienced ladies to keep me in check ! We have chosen the iCandy Apple

I know I said I was going to sleep but thought I would just pop head round door before bed and lo and behold someone needs bag advice and that is clearly too important to wait unitl tomorrow.
Mibbes Love both but think the tan looks a bit classier and a little retro as well which is cool. Quite an unusual tan as well whereas the red is a bit more run of the mill and this is coming from someone who always heads for the red (particuarly shoes and bags)

Anyway really am going to sleep now - Happy anniversary HTGG

Piper Still keeping everything crossed for you hun-even my legs
Georgie I know it's rude to speak with my mouth full but loving that cake you made Happy Anniversary Lovely to hear from you, sounds like you all missed DD1, bless I bet it's lovely to have your family back together again. Hey I'm not far off your age, 36 and still trying for first but feeling like 46 at the moment, think it's all the chocolate and wine though Hope you enjoyed your supper x
Mibbes I lurve the tan one!
Fruity at mindee's parents, what a miserable bunch of tight arses! Very impressed at your weekly shopping bill, like CriCri ours is that for two of us! Keep your hands off the Phish food, coz it's all mine mwahahaha
Teehee Can't believe you forgot to get a photo, pg brain already? Get to bed now
Just persuaded my DH that we will go away for our wedding anniversary in September, not far but a few days away will do us the world of good, I just happened to mention all the non-BD sex we could have and he nearly beat me to the computer to book it so really looking forward to some quality time together.

Hi all thanks for the warm welcome.
Hope everyones ok today?
HTGG Happy anniversary
mibbles sorry to disagree on my 2nd post on here but I do love the red bag although they are both great.
fruity thats is out of order not 2 pay u for a BH even if its just to show their appreciation.
teehee great to hear your lovely news- I love scans! with DS4 I had to go for loads I just think there so amazing to watch and reassuring that LO's growing & happy.

No time to catch up properly, have to go to bed, but mibbes the RED one! Trust me, I am an expert on these things! I also quite like the turquoise one but I wonder if you might go off it after a while... Not so sure about the tan one, to me the red one looks a lot more expensive iykwim..... Am sure whichever you pick will be great!

(You may want to disregard what I say on the basis that I am a crazy lady. Not pg (not even close) but I have already chosen my pram. And my changing bag. And the colour scheme for the nursery. )