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Talk about every stage of pregnancy, from early symptoms to preparing for birth.

Due November 2022!

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MLB1984 · 28/02/2022 20:32

Hello! Thought I'd start this group as it doesn't seem to exist yet and would be good to hear from anyone due in November! I know it's ridiculously early days but it's nice to have other people going through the same thing at the same time ☺️ x

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Pamctake2 · 08/03/2022 22:34

For anyone wanting a general guide on what happens with antenatal care you can check on the NHS website and it gives you a general breakdown, there is slight differences by area but my experience last year was;

When you're ready - fill out referral on your local hospital website in the maternity section/ contact your GP to be referred to community midwives

8-10weeks - booking appt with midwife where they just go through a general questionnaire to see if you are low/ high risk

If you are low risk;

12weeks - 1st NHS scan with sonographer, where they will check for any abnormalities for Downs and other genetic conditions. Letter in the post to confirm a week or so later.

16weeks - appt with midwife just to go over results and see if you have any questions

20weeks - 2nd NHS scan, most trusts will confirm gender here if you're wanting to know and another check of baby.

28/ 31/ 34/ 36 (and 40 if you make it that far, I didn't) - quick check ups with midwife where they measure your bump and listen to the heartbeat with a Doppler, you can also ask any questions you have and around 34 weeks they may start discussing your birth preferences.

Some trusts do offer an extra scan around 36weeks but not all of them.

Hope that's helpful to some people and not just an annoyingly long post 🙈

Pamctake2 · 08/03/2022 22:39

@Circe22 for me it didn't feel like I needed to pick a side but I didn't see a Dr at all throughout my whole pregnancy. My pregnancy was low risk throughout so it was very hands off, I'd say I spent a maximum of 3hrs actually in NHS appts in the whole 9months including scans. But this was during high covid season so it may be slightly different now x

lovepenny · 08/03/2022 22:56

[quote Emmah120595]@lovepenny congratulations ❤️❤️ When is your predicted due date xx[/quote]
20th Nov eek!!

lovepenny · 08/03/2022 22:57

@Natalie2304

I recognise your name *@lovepenny* congratulations! 🥰
Thank you darling! And you too! X
dancingqueen345 · 09/03/2022 06:22

@Pamctake2 that's really helpful, thank you!

Found the details for my NHS area and have a a number to ring this morning to self refer to a midwife.

Mumof1boy2022 · 09/03/2022 08:52

Has anybody found their gaining weight already? I’m not bothered and only weighed myself today at 5 weeks randomly but gained about 4lb already 😯 (I suspected twins from the start but that wouldn’t cause weight gain at this stage) I’m sure I never last time and that’s before the nausea kicks in and I eat little and often. I suppose we are all just eating more 😁

I too have been getting worried and on and off had a strange anxiety feeling I never usually have so it must be hormones!

Emmah120595 · 09/03/2022 09:06

@Mumof1boy2022 I’ve gained a bit of weight. Noticing my clothes are a bit tighter which makes me nervous as I get married next month 🤣 will probably tell seamstress after my 6 week scan just to warn them…

Is the weird anxiety feeling like bursts of weird butterflies every so often? Even if I’m not feeling worried I’ll suddenly get this feeling

Mumof1boy2022 · 09/03/2022 09:12

@Emmah120595
Yes that’s it! I will think of people that have passed away that I would have usually told at this point and almost cry and then feel panicky,it’s not me at all.
Yes maybe warn your seamstress 😂 Is this your first? I never started to show until 4-5 months with my first butt they say you show sooner after the first. I’m always bloated anyway so at the moment it’s embarrassing as I’m paranoid people will notice 😆

Emmah120595 · 09/03/2022 09:39

@Mumof1boy2022 Yes it is sad thinking about those who you would of loved to know that never will!
It is my first - I think it’s hard isn’t it to know as I could have no bump or a small bump by then. I’ve seen some people at 8-9 weeks with bumps and some at 6 months with no bump so it’s hard to know for the dress!

Babyno1in22 · 09/03/2022 10:27

Tentatively joining! EDD early November, currently at 6 weeks. How is everyone feeling? My symptoms have been sore boobs, nausea and fatigue and extreme thirst! They seem to come and go throughout the day and some days are worse than others, I’ve read this is normal but as this is my first pregnancy it is still freaking me out! Feel like I want to know baby is there all the time!

Emmah120595 · 09/03/2022 10:50

@Babyno1in22 this is my first too. My boobs are sore, waves of nausea but not what I’d call morning sickness yet. Some days I’ll be cramping, tired etc the next day I’ll be fine! So odd

Emmah120595 · 09/03/2022 11:17

Just wondering when you are all telling family and friends about pregnancy?

Overlyanxious · 09/03/2022 11:37

Hello @Babyno1in22 my symptoms change and days when I'm busier I definitely feel more achey or have sorer boobs. I don't have nausea but sometimes don't feel right and that I need to eat something plain to feel better.

@Emmah120595 I'm not sure when I'll tell friends and family but no plans anytime soon. I'll probably leave it as long as possible.

CSR721 · 09/03/2022 12:02

I definitely have sore boobs especially at night I'm having to wear a bra to bed! And extreme thirst again at night mostly I'm waking up throughout the night with a really dry mouth downing glasses of water. And completely exhausted, really struggling with energy at work.

@Emmah120595 I've told a few friends already as I feel like I needed some people to talk to about it, won't be telling anyone else until 12 week scan.

Chattie89 · 09/03/2022 12:59

Only just got around to adding myself to the list, @Dancingqueen345 I also added you to the 14th!

@Emmah120595 we told our parents already, otherwise trying to keep it quiet unless we have no option but to say something before 12 weeks. I've had plans for ages to go out this weekend for a boozy brunch with my closest friends though and they will DEFINITELY guess immediately when I decline a drink, its probably not even worth trying to make an excuse!

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dancingqueen345 · 09/03/2022 13:10

Thanks @Chattie89 ☺️

@Emmah120595 I'll be telling my closest friends in the next couple of weeks because we spend too much time together (usually drinking) for them not to guess!

Managed to speak to the midwife team this morning and have a midwife app for 19th April. Hate that it's so far away but I kept telling myself to just be chill and not make a fuss 🤣 might end up booking a private scan before then!

Cruz86 · 09/03/2022 13:21

@Mumof1boy2022 yes I've definitely put on weight! I tried to put my black skinny jeans on this morning and was nowhere near successful 🤦🏼‍♀️😂 I am soooo bloated it's unreal.

Congratulations to everyone who's recently joined!!

Mumof1boy2022 · 09/03/2022 13:43

@Cruz86 I’m glad it’s not just me, I look ridiculous 😅

I rang my mum and told her and my Dad straight away & my sister and closest friends and one uncle & a great aunt. I would tell them all either way anyway and would never keep it for 12 weeks 😆

Babyno1in22 · 09/03/2022 13:51

@Emmah120595 I told my mum last week because I was freaking out and couldn't hold off anymore! We're waiting until our early scan on 19th March (I'll be 7w5d then) and if all okay then we will tell my other half's mum on mother's day! Our friends will be after 12 week scan I think!

Natalie2304 · 09/03/2022 14:33

@Emmah120595 I'm a bit earlier on than most of you but I've told my sister and SIL as we're at a party at the weekend and I need them to help me look as though I'm drinking when I'm not!
Have a scan booked at 7 weeks and will parents then. And then other people probably after 12 or 20 week scan.
It's my 2nd so I presume I'll show earlier this time so might have to be after 12 week scan.

On another note....I'm a day past AF due date and still getting progression on tests, also got a 1-2 weeks on clear blue digital but I've have very very light, pink spotting today. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm starting to panic xx

Cruz86 · 09/03/2022 15:07

Sorry you're spotting @Natalie2304. I had about 6 days worth and it's stopped now but I was told it's probably from implantation x

Natalie2304 · 09/03/2022 15:30

@Cruz86 thank you for you're reply. I've read lots about breakthrough bleeding too so hopefully it's just that xxx

Cruz86 · 09/03/2022 15:33

If it gets any heavier or you become more concerned, it's always worth speaking to your gp or early pregnancy unit. I was scanned on Monday because of it xx

Natalie2304 · 09/03/2022 15:37

It is really really light, like you can hardly notice it, so hopefully it will stay like that but if it doesn't I'll definitely get it checked out. Thanks 😘

xreadytoglow · 09/03/2022 15:40

I plan to tell my parents, MIL, SIL and my cousin after my 7w scan. Our parents/mum will know on Mother's Day with a surprise pressie. The rest will know around the 12w mark all being well.

Sorry to hear about the spotting @Natalie2304 I'm sure it's nothing to worry about and just breakthrough bleeding or implantation. Try to rest up and take your mind off it. Sending lots of positive thoughts your way.

I don't feel pregnant at all today. Funny how it works isn't it.
I think I'm going to take the plunge and do the clearblue weeks test tomorrow morning after my dye stealer yesterday.

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