Late October 2020 Babies

[1990shopefulftm]

Did anyone get their BFP recently? I got mine last night so I think I'm 4 weeks 1 day today and still very much in shock, according to apps my due date would be October 30th.

Congrats and welcome @greenleafycarrot . I know what you mean about boobs - I wake up and before I remember I'm pregnant I move in bed and am like "yup, they're there, ohhhh"

I saw my GP yesterday and all was fine, measured and weighed me and sorted out exemption forms etc. I have some past issues with eating disorders, self harm, depression, anxiety - all very much under control and nothing major for five years - so answered a few questions about these. I then received an unsolicited call a few hours lawyer from the GP to ask me if he would mind sending a note to the outpatient mental health team at my nearest hospital (attached to midwife led unit I've signed up with) so they can check in on me now and then. I thought that was really lovely of him.

@roarfeckingroar I have very similar past issues. I was on fluoxetine for 10 years but came off fully in December to try for a baby. I've definitely been finding some days tough without medication - for example I've woken up this morning feeling rather bloated and definitely like I've put a good 7lbs on since December. I know in my heart of hearts I am so so lucky and nothing else matters other than a healthy pregnancy, but there's a little niggle in my brain about my weight

@roarfeckingroar I was on diazepam until I found I was pregnant for anxiety, still taking citalopram on advice from the mental health team. I’ve had the hardest 12 months of my life, with depression, self harm, eating disorders. It’s only in the last few months I’ve found my life again, think that’s why I’m struggling, as slowing down, and stopping has thrown me. Whilst I’m so grateful that this happened, I’m scared.

I love walking, but as I have a cyst on my ovary it’s become quite painful! Going to go Sainsburys for a food shop, to get myself out. Would have done some gardening but it rained 🙄 thank you though, hope you have a nice day!

Glad it all went well at the doctors, and that’s good that they are keeping an eye on you. Xx

I’m on a self imposed strenuous exercise break since finding out to see if it helps with the bleeds. I might do some yoga this afternoon because I don’t think I can take the DC out for a walk in the rain without feeling very guilty. I find exercise really helps my mental health so not being able do my normal workouts is a bit of a nail biter for me.

@DressingGown87 @ablisha I still take Sertraline and my dr is firmly of the opinion that the sh*t storm that happens to my mental health without it outweighs any potential risk to pregnancy. Sorry to hear you've both struggled too. Ablisha I absolutely understand what you mean about weight. I've stepped up my exercise regime to combat any weight gain which probably isn't good.

@DressingGown87 @ablisha I still take Sertraline and my dr is firmly of the opinion that the sh*t storm that happens to my mental health without it outweighs any potential risk to pregnancy. Sorry to hear you've both struggled too. Ablisha I absolutely understand what you mean about weight. I've stepped up my exercise regime to combat excessive weight gain which probably isn't good.

@roarfeckingroar yeah see mines stepped down. The bootcamps I went to won't allow pregnant women and my PT strictly advised not to play netball. So I'm currently doing one PT session a week compared to the 2 netball, 1 bootcamp and 1 PT I did pre conception!

@ablisha are you finding it difficult, doing less? My hot yoga instructor wasn't best pleased with me taking part today, whereas other teachers have been happy for me to do the class with minor adjustments. Not sure what to think. I've walked ten miles and done the class today and I think it's a bit much because I'm shattered now.

@greenleafycarrot I'm also on a strenuous exercise ban, following bleeds and I'm really missing it!! I have struggled with my mental health for years, and I use it as my outlet since coming off fluoxetine.

I'm hoping to get back into it in a few weeks!

@roarfeckingroar yes I'm definitely finding it difficult. This week I'll have PT and I'm umpiring netball tomorrow night which is fine as I won't be at risk of any contact. I think I need to add in a swim (if I have a costume which fits!!!) or some long walks in the evenings now it's getting lighter.

@ablisha it sounds like your PT is right. I haven't played netball for years, wish j hadn't stopped, but I remember there's a fair bit of contact for a non-contact sport plus the ball... walking is great, especially as it's getting lighter as you say. I hope I'm not overdoing it, I'm starting to get a bit nervous as the scan is coming up.

Swimming is also a good plan. There's a pool under my flat which is great so I don't really have any excuse not to.

Happy Sunday everyone, how are we feeling?
My sleep is pretty disturbed and I'm feeling increasingly like I want to cry all the time (I'm pathetic I know!). The one constant has been the nausea. Anybody else feeling a bit shaky?!

I’m going to start walking loads, when the nights get lighter and it stops raining 🤦🏽‍♀️
I’m feeling slightly less anxious today, however the lack of symptoms is playing on my mind, don’t think I’ve ever wished to feel nausea.
I went out for some tea last night, and the lack of feeling pregnant made me forget! And I ordered a gin, as soon as I said it, I was like oh I meant j20, so my friend just looked at me confused!

Hope your all doing well! Who has appointment and scans this week? X

@KitKatKit hello! My nausea has faded and that's actually worrying me a bit, plus I now have cramps most mornings. I'm sleeping much better but that's probably the lack of alcohol. I don't feel shaky as such but my balance has totally gone during yoga, I can't stop wobbling!

@DressingGown87 I have my scan on Friday! Excited and nervous; nervous because now everything has set in I'm happy and excited, also I'm concerned my nausea has gone. Gin20 is very funny.

I had a tricky one yesterday. A friend of mine is a food critic and the "light lunch" we had planned turned out to be at a 2 star Michelin restaurant in town. I had to hide the amuse bouche that contained foie gras because there's no way he would accept I suddenly don't like it (I figure falls under pâté risk). I'm a bit worried that friends will be annoyed or upset I lied to them about reasons for not drinking when I tell them the truth.

On the way home after a visit with a friend for two days and hid being pregnant very easily. I m 6+2 and still just bloated and a little more tired, wondering if I will be getting morning sickness soon.

@roarfeckingroar I think good friends would understand

@1990shopefulftm I hope so. Did you have a lovely time? I'm heading to see family today but not saying a word yet.

Just popping in to check out of the thread, I was at a&e this morning after increased blessing and abdominal pain and they suspect I’ve miscarried 😕 I only found out I was pregnant a couple of days ago so it’s been a very surreal experience but I was getting quite used to the idea of having another DC.

Wishing you all happy, healthy pregnancies

I Had some disturbed sleep last night too & often think it’s later than it is but still basically symptom free here it’s pretty worrying tbh but I’m trying to vaguely enjoy it so similar to you @DressingGown87 remind me how far along are you?

I’ve got an appointment with a new team for me “antenatal endocrinology” on Tuesday as I’m under an endocrine team due to being steroid deficient so maybe they will do a blood test & I can actually get a HCG reading from them I hope so. But it’s a very good thing as due to this condition if I get sick then I tend to go downhill like a lead balloon & end up in hospital on drips so not having morning is good & I need to know how to manage it if I do get it

I will also get some advice on corona virus as I’m very high risk

My healthy eating day has turned to s**t after omelette for breakfast, beef sandwich for lunch & hubby bringing back a Chinese tonight 😂😂

@greenleafycarrot very sorry to hear that, please take care of yourself and best wishes for the future

@greenleafycarrot so sorry to hear that and thinking of you :(

@Minster2012 I think I may also go under the antenatal endocrine team as I have a autoimmune thyroid disorder and my thyroid levels appear slightly abnormal at the moment. It is really nerve wracking as my GP seems clueless on the issue. Feel like pregnancy is so full of anxieties!

Enjoy your Chinese!! I am so nauseous have been for 1 week now (I’m about 7wks ish). I’m living of potato waffles, toast and jelly. You never know when your sickness may or may not begin so enjoy what you can!

So sorry to hear that @greenleafycarrot awful news

I’m very pleased not to have sickness yes & im contemplating having an early scan on that day too as it’s in an area where there’s access to more clinics
As our IVF viability scan isn’t til the following Thursday, then I need to tell my oncology team too 🙄I will tell you what they say @Applesandlemons