Due June 2022 (thread seven!)

[PeeAche]

New Thread!

That is a wonderful list, thanks @EarlGreywithLemon.

I remember others also advising cleaning/disinfectant wipes (as bathrooms can be bad).

@clomid1 all positive prayers hun xx.mine is later today.

@LM42 Your scan photos are really good. Mine weren't this clear!

As @InvisibleDragon said you may want to repost as can see your name, DOB and location xx

Thanks for the helpful lists everyone! Even though I've done this before it was nearly 7 years ago so I've all but forgotten!

@LM42 What lovely photos :)

@EarlGreywithLemon Screenshotted your list - thank you!

Anyone else thinking Gah! at how much it's all going to cost... I've overspent on my house renovation and trying to save for maternity all whilst picking up things for the baby.

@MrsNT my scan went well. Baby is looking good. We’re having a little girl.

Yours will definitely go well too. We’re going to have these babies on the same day 😁.

Lets see if we’ll twin on gender too.

@Clomid1 awww hun so glad all went well.. xxx .mines later in afternoon so praying all goes well

@LM42 Congrats on scan - can't believe they couldn't get all checks, your scan looks much clearer than mine did!

@EarlGreywithLemon thanks for list, I am list-happy today!

Just booked Baby and Bump - not the nearest one to me, but there were only 2 places left on that course, so I went ahead anyway. I'm thinking of booking the NCT as well - does anyone think it's worth it? Also - the NCT are almost all 2 full (10am-4pm) Sundays and a Tuesday evening breasfeeding session. There is one that's 4 7-10pm session in the week instead (similar to Bump and Baby) - doesn't that sound more reasonable? A full Sunday sounds a bit much to me...

Congratulations to you all on your lovely scans!!!

I'm having a weird sensation low in my stomach. Rhythmic jerking. Sort of feels like a slower than average heartbeat against my pelvis. Is it baby hiccups?

I plan on expressing and bottle feeding but i'm totally lost as to what bottles to get...

Slow teat? fast teat? how many do I need? Can anyone help me out

Also had my 20 week scan - on Friday, but followed by the most hectic day at work that I still feel I'm decompressing from.

Look at his tiny foot! Just so cute!

He was also rubbing his eyes with his hands during the scan - probably just coincidence, but my DH also does this when he's tired, so I'm saying it's a family thing.

Seeing him again on the scan has made it all seem much more real. Really like an actual baby. I feel like I can't wait to be holding him, but at the same time I want to enjoy the next few months and not just wish them away. (Also have 2 big work deadlines before mat leave, so time had better not go too fast because I haven't properly started work for either yet!)

@PeeAche sounds like what I've experienced and was told were hiccups, so cute!

@DaimDillyDoo I read this the other day: drbrowns.co.uk/selecting-the-correct-teat-size/

I am loving all of these lovely scan pictures. 😻 So sorry I've been quiet lately. It's been a mad few weeks and I've been trying to focus on our "wedding" instead of just obsessing over the baby.

I'm technically already wed but it was a Rona wedding so we're having the big event this summer in the garden. I realised a few days ago that I had done NOTHING to prepare for it. Not even booked the hot pork rolls. I've had a mad 2 weeks and I am pleased to report that everything is now booked!

And so, I can return to baby obsession.

Im so overwhelmed right now. Im only 17, i live alone and the father to my baby has bail conditions to stay away because he was extremely abusive, especially when i fell pregnant, my mum moved country a couple days before christmas when we had plans to spend it together, she moved with some guy she met over the internet that she cheated on my dad with ( i caught her in the act, traumatic much ) and she blames me for absolutely everything and now she never talks to me and when she does it just ends in me getting abuse off her, i just wanted my mum to help me but she always makes empty promises and lets me down, i dont have any friends i have anxiety and depression and ptsd, i have gained more hope with this wee baby boy im carrying and he already fills me with so much joy but sometimes i just sit down and cry my eyes out because im truly alone in all of this, i dont know how to do any of this, im trying to learn but its so hard lately, i can hardly sleep at night because i worry about if im going to be a good mum, i stay positive alot and i try keep myself active but like i said some days i just feel so stuck, sorry for the rant i just needed to vent somewhere where my mother isnt going to completely belittle me like always.

I hope your all doing well

I'm so sorry @jennixxx that is so much for you to have to deal with while being pregnant. Just keep focusing on that wonderful baby boy you are going to get to meet soon. You're going to love him so much and be a great mum. I also have not the slightest idea what I'm doing and am having huge anxiety that I should be doing something to prepare and I'm not! Sending you a huge hug xxx

Thanks all for the lovely comments on my scan pictures!

They are really clear but the baby was apparently curled up under my belly button so they couldn't get the right angle to check the heart and abdominal wall. Fingers crossed everything is ok when we go back in two weeks.

Hey @jennixxx sorry to hear that. I was 19 when I had my daughter. I raised her alone and although I have amazing parents/family I took it upon myself to never ask for help (probably should have but I felt the need to prove myself!). I dont mean to blow my own trumpet but shes honestly the most amazing child I've ever ever met and turns 11 this year! So you can absolutely do it! You have your dad around? How about other family members/friends?
My dad was amazing, He came to every scan with me & always went baby shopping with me too.
Sorry your mum did that. ❤

@MrsNT how did it go

So, why aren’t we all parading about in the snow half naked like RiRi??? HOW is she not cold??? She grew up in Barbados!!! www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-10460279/Rihanna-PREGNANT-Singer-shows-bare-baby-bump-freezing-NYC.html

@jennixxx ah your post made me want to give you a hug. You will be amazing. Don't feel stuck - you are already more resilient than a lot of people and sound like you have a very wise head on your shoulders. Be proud of yourself ❤️

@ALHCTPS I also saw those pics and was like what the eff?! Go Riri but my god her belly must be cold!

@fpeg thank you! that will be night time reading tonight

@clomid1 saw little one...had to do some funny movements to get baby in right angle for some of the scan shots 🤣 all good with little one thank God. Aaaaand while we are twins in all other aspects..gender wise we arent.unless u call us fraternal twins ?

Hang in there @jennixxx. Hopefully you'll meet lots of lovely new people over the next few months as you get out and about with your little one, and you can make a fresh start. You will be great - you have no less experience than many of us!

@jennixxx so sorry you have to deal with all of that on top of being pregnant. You sound very resilient but that’s a lot to have on your shoulders, can your local GP or midwife offer more support? Your baby boy is the bright light to focus on, he’s so lucky to have such a caring mum and you are doing your very best. Even on the hard days, just know you are already a good mum and this little fella’s hero! Sending you a big hug this evening, take care xx

thank you everyone your all so kind, all your messages cheered me up today ❤️