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April 2020 Babies

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Islandermum · 17/07/2019 14:40

I'm so excited to start this thread. Looks like I'll be due 1st April from my ovulation day (28th July by last period)!

I'm absolutely over the moon after a MC in May.
Bring on the April Babies!

Age 23
Baby #1 (pregnancy #2)
EDD 1st April

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April 2020 Babies
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lilyj13 · 21/08/2019 13:42

@Moonstone12 go to the doctors straight away and get some tablets, I struggled with boy my girls with hyperemisis and been extremely anxious with this one, I'm currently 6.5 days which is over the time of my last ones as hyperemisis started at 2 weeks, did you have all girls as it seems to be with girls people get it quite bad? I'm nauseas but got done good tablets,

PrincessConsuela12 · 21/08/2019 16:28

Hello @nikdan123 I had an ectopic in December - had lots of 1 sided pain & bleeding. If you are 7 weeks then it is highly unlikely but definitely call the EPU to see if you can get an early scan to put your mind at rest Thanks

lilyj13 · 21/08/2019 21:00

Does anyone feel they can't do this, my nausea and sickness is killing me! I just want to feel normal again

jessie0222 · 21/08/2019 21:29

Hey I'm now 6 weeks now and sickness is horrible, I haven't actually been sick but feeling it nearly all day on and off but mainly in the morning. Any tips on what helps? Also does the worrying go away after the scan because my anxiety has been at a 10 with any little cramp or discomfort I get I'm googling and worried. It's my first pregnancy so all new too me. So lovely to have this group to chat on x

HerSymphonyAndSong · 21/08/2019 21:54

With the anxiety, this probably isn’t going to help, but I found last time that a scan alleviated my anxiety for a period but it soon returned. What my anxious brain wanted was basically hourly scans for the entirety of pregnancy - but that is of course not realistic so you have to find ways to manage the anxiety. I know that’s easier said than done, and I don’t say it to be unhelpful. What I’m trying to say is that you are going to worry, that is normal, but you need to be able to distinguish between generalised anxiety (at what is an anxious time, it is normal) and reasonable concerns about something specific that doesn’t seem right. So finding a strategy for managing the anxiety so that it is not all-consuming is quite important. I found it helpful to view the anxiety itself as a symptom of pregnancy - how I was feeling was normal. Reading information based on medical research also helped me. The midwife or GP can help too if needed. Later on, hypnobirthing practice helped just to get me to relax

Pip231018 · 21/08/2019 21:57

@jessie0222 Hi, Congratulations. I'm 6+3 and had a MMC in May. I went for a scan early on and it was reassuring for about a week and then I started to worry again, because I was only 1/2 way through the 12 weeks. Then after a very sharp and uncomfortable pain in my back I went for another (8 weeks) which confirmed no heartbeat. It was my first PG so like you I didn't know what to expect and was all consumed by the fact I was pg. I found the second scan to be crushing for obvious reasons but so glad I went.

It's really easy to let it take over your life, I do think scans are amazing and I will be going for one. Statistically scans after 8 weeks that show a heartbeat have a higher chance of a viable pregnancy so i'll be holding out as long as I can! This is a personal choice for me, but I think my early scan didn't bring me lasting reassurance. This time around, I'm so grateful I'm pregnant, trying not to worry about the fact that I don't have loads of symptoms and still taking home pg tests for reassurance - cheaper than a scan.

If you opt for a scan at any point, I used window to the womb and they were brilliant! As hard as it is, try and relax, google is horrendous, I should be dead according to google. Haha! Enjoy as much as you can, keep well rested. What you're feeling is all normal x

PrincessConsuela12 · 22/08/2019 09:42

@lilyj13 If your sickness is really bad then maybe speak to the doctor? You might be able to get something for it x

I'm only 4+1 and have had a niggling headache for the past 3 days, feeling pretty tired too so I go to bed early but then wake up at 5.30 & can't get back to sleep 😴

hopeandpray1988 · 22/08/2019 17:01

Hi.. hope you don't mind if I join. I was in the ttc group for a while after my bfp but I've made the move to here. Think I'm due right at the end of March/start of April. I got my bfp about 4 weeks ago but had early scans to check things were ok as I was bleeding. Luckily everything is fine. I'm 8 weeks now. Just had the call from the midwife for my first booking in appointment. Just wondering... are people planning to take their parters/husbands with them to this? Just I've read a lot online and a lot of people say that whilst it's nice to have them there, it's a bit of a waste as it's just loads of questions, tests and information. Obviously I want DH there at the 12 week scan but don't want him taking unnecessary time off? Any advice would help! Thanks!

BristolBear · 22/08/2019 17:12

Hi @hopeandpray1988 congratulations on your bfp!

I considered taking my OH along to the booking appointment but decided against it. It may be useful for him to be there to answer a couple of questions but would much rather he was there for the scans instead if he has to take time off work.

Also, it looks to be a very long appointment so a lot of waiting around for him (not that he would mind)

Really, I think it's personal preference but not essential that he goes to this particular appointment.

Lucyben14 · 22/08/2019 17:19

Hello,

I'm around five weeks and think I'll be due at the end of April. Glad this thread is here so we can all chat as only myself and my partner know atm! This is my first, we were lucky to conceive quickly but I am struggling with anxiety and can't stop myself reading too much online and worrying myself!

hopeandpray1988 · 22/08/2019 17:19

@BristolBear thanks! They are my thoughts exactly. The midwife said it takes about an hour and a half. Seems silly him taking time off when I'm going to need him to take some more time 3 weeks later for the 12 week scan. Xx

HerSymphonyAndSong · 22/08/2019 18:04

Last time, other than 12 and 20 week scans, I only ever took H to appointments when he happened to be on holiday (he is a teacher so regular holidays but more disruptive if he has to take time off - he also had to tell them I was pregnant in order to come to 12 week scan). I ended up having later scans I don’t think he ever came to those. They like to see you on your own at some point too as they should ask about any possible abuse

CateyA · 22/08/2019 18:12

I’m planning to go to the booking appointment on my own. Then probably taking my sister in law to the first scan as my partner can’t get the time off. I’m sad he can’t be there but know if he had a choice he would so it’s not something I’m making a issue of

ellarosee · 22/08/2019 18:16

Hi ladies,

How funny I just popped on here to see you're all wondering the same thing as me! I now have my booking appointment for in 2 weeks time and I was wondering if I should bring DH. I don't want it to be a waste of his time but I guess it's up to him if he wants to come along, he has a major fear of needles though so if they do any blood tests I think he'll make his excuses 😂 I don't know what he's going to do for the birth, he'll probably be passed out in the corner!

How is everyone feeling? I'm 5 weeks tomorrow and barely feeling pregnant which is slightly worrying x

CateyA · 22/08/2019 18:24

I’m glad you say that as I’m not feeling too pregnant today and I’m very near same date as you. I feel very bloated and sore boobs but sickness and mood swings have passed which makes me panic!

PrincessConsuela12 · 22/08/2019 19:27

I'm planning on taking DH to our first midwife appointment, I think it'll make it feel more real for him. After that (apart from scans) I'll probably go alone.

DH is seeing his parents tonight & already saying how hard it is to keep things quiet! It's going to be a looong 8 weeks!

Whatelsecouldibecalled · 22/08/2019 19:35

My DH is coming to first appointment. We had our scan at clinic on Monday and saw a heartbeat. It was incredible. Have now been discharge from our ivf clinic. Praying the rest goes smoothly

PrincessConsuela12 · 22/08/2019 21:52

Congratulations @Whatelsecouldibecalled Can I ask how far along you are? I've got mine on Tuesday and wondered what can be seen?

CateyA · 22/08/2019 22:03

Little worry
I’ve got quite loose stools. It’s not like terrible diorehha but my tummy is obviously a bit upset.
Is this ok/ normal or should I worry?
Help

CateyA · 22/08/2019 22:04

I’m 4 weeks 3 days btw

allye86 · 22/08/2019 22:25

Hi! I'm also due April 2020, I think 24th. This is our first baby and I'm both ecstatic and terrified. Would love to be 12 weeks so I know everything is ok!! Congratulations fellow April expectant-mummas :D

Marmite83 · 22/08/2019 22:30

@CateyA I had an upset stomach early on when pregnant with my dd, all turned out fine. I have it again now but my doc says it's probably because of the progesterone pessaries I'm on.

Whatelsecouldibecalled · 22/08/2019 22:36

@PrincessConsuela12 I was 7weeks +2 pretty certain as it is an ivf pregnancy

PrincessConsuela12 · 22/08/2019 22:52

@Whatelsecouldibecalled Thank you. Glad to hear everything went well for you.

@allye86 Welcome and congratulations on your BFP Thanks

Whatelsecouldibecalled · 22/08/2019 23:02

Although tonight I’ve got period style cramps which is a bit worrying 😫