Oh my God I have no idea where to start. Sorry for being away for so long. I've been manically busy with work and my feet haven't touched the ground.
stillfrazzled Huge congratulations on becoming our first graduate! I'm so sorry to hear of the complications and, obviously you will be terrified and heartbroken, but the fact that he is breathing on his own is such a good sign. Hang in there. Prayers are being said and will continue to be said until you are safely home. If he's anywhere near as tough as his Mummy, he'll be fighting away like a little champion. What a gorgeous name too. Huge hugs for you. Wish I could come and give you a squeeze. Thinking of you.
mumatron I really hope you dilate a bit more overnight. Once you get to 4cm you're considered to be in established labour, so they might not have to intervene in evil ways. Mind you, I bet you're ready for them to. You get past the point of caring once you get to this stage. Fingers crossed for you. I remember how desperate I felt all too well.
Julez Hope you get a good night's sleep. I can't believe how nail-biting this thread has become. I'm beside myself and feel terrible for neglecting you all for the past few days. So much seems to be happening!
Ladybee YYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!! Wonderful news. Christ this is far too much for a pregnant woman's wobbly hormones to take. I can't see the screen for tears now. I go through every possible emotion every five mins anyway ladies and I don't need anyone's help with that!
BB Lovely to hear from you again. I had a HSG in August, so fire away if you have any questions. I'll do my best to answer them for you.
Mummy Pleased you've had such a positive meeting with your doctor and the coil removal was painless and speedy. I think anyone who can do procedures like that with minimal discomfort can only increase your confidence levels. Is it wrong that a small bit of me thinks you might actually be super fertile now all your pipes are clean and shiny! No harm in hopping on the good foot and doing the bad thing to find out! 
Coconuts Excellent news on what sounds like a very positive appt for you too. I'm not surprised you were told things you already knew, but it's heartening to know that your doctor agrees with you! Must be something of a relief that someone is listening! I wouldn't worry about your rain-induced state. I imagine they've seen a LOT worse in their time! Really pleased you have a plan now. I know it's a long-winded process, but it's good that they want to get all the testing ruled out before giving you a drug you might not need. From personal experience, you probably will, but it is nice to know they're doing it all properly. Suggests the level of care will be better to me.
Lunatic What time is your appt on Friday? I want to send psychic "all is well" vibes at the right time. How are you feeling? I think I'd be climbing the walls in anticipation. Hope you have recovered from your jab now. Was it the swine flu jab? If so, can you get it at any stage of pregnancy?
digi you have my every sympathy with the long cycle saga and mine weren't even as long as yours. It's such a rollercoaster of emotions and it's not even as though you can take the month in two-week chunks because you never really know what's going to happen next. Also, the charting thing eliminates any possibility of you having a day off. Hugs. The SWI thing can get a little much too, but I always felt better knowing I had given it my best shot (no pun intended, sorry!) if you know what I mean. I used to think it was a bit like buying a lottery ticket. If you didn't go for it, then your numbers would come up and you wouldn't be prepared. If you did buy one, the chances are you wouldn't win, but you'd know you'd done everything possible to win! Did you call about your results?
Hope you're having a nice time with your DH on his birthday, anyway.
banana So sorry to hear about your friend. Whenever I dare to think that I might actually be pregnant and safe, I am reminded that I'm not allowed to dare be comfy just yet. I'm pleased she has a friend like you. I'm also pleased for you that you've made the brave decision of waiting a while. It can be quite liberating to accept that you need more time. I'd definitely ask about the clexane and aspirin. There's no harm in suggesting it.
Love and apologies to anyone I may have missed.
Not much to report at this end, though I think there's been quite enough excitement, drama and distress on this thread to last us a good while. I had my first, momentary belief that this is really REAL today. I have a definite tummy. I know the bit I'm looking at is just a result of Christmas lard, but it's where it is that makes me think things are growing and the unflattering bits are being pushed upwards and outwards! The bulge of lard (lovely) seems to be getting higher and higher. Unfortunately this makes me look about 6 months' gone. Not a good look. Think I'm going to be massive again. Oddly, 3 days ago I was saying the exact opposite. My trousers are still plenty loose enough. I'm just a hideous shape.
I'm still sick as a dog. It is less frequent than it was, but a lot worse when it hits now. I've also already started getting coccyx pain which I had really badly with DS. This all seems a bit soon. I'm only 10 weeks. Am I imagining it? This is my third pregnancy, but I'm concerned that I'll be the size of a house before too long and doubt I'll be able to hide it for very much longer even if I wanted to. Roll on 25 Jan. I'm quite frightened about my scan now. I seem to have wiped the first scan from my memory and still spend vast portions of the day assuming it was all in my mind. I wonder when the denial will stop. 