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Biggest shock of my life

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Shocked44 · 23/08/2022 12:30

I've joined this group specifically because I need to talk about what I've just discovered - 44 years old, unprotected s$x with my husband for well over 20 years (had a miscarriage with him when I was 21) - resigned myself to never having a baby of my own. Every time a friend or colleague got pregnant I became more comfortable with it just being me and him for the rest of our lives....
I thought my period was due, sore boobs etc. Had some very light spotting yesterday which I assumed was the start of my period, then nothing. Realised period was late (usually 28 days like clockwork), funny taste in my mouth, super sensitive sense of smell. Thought it was in my head but went to get a test anyway (part of me kind of 'knew') - got a very strong positive - didn't believe it so did another. Then went back to get a digital one which says 3+ weeks. I daren't be happy yet, I'm just stunned.

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ajandjjmum · 27/09/2022 11:43

Lovely to see your update @Shocked44 . Look after yourself.

Cuppasoupmonster · 27/09/2022 11:48

Lovely news, it always makes me smile to see you update!

SashaMannDeservedBetter · 15/10/2022 18:11

Just catching up on this now ! Hope everything is good with you xx

Cuppasoupmonster · 15/10/2022 18:15

How are you @Shocked44 ? When are you due? 💕

Shocked44 · 15/10/2022 18:17

Yes, all good :-) had my first scan this week (I wad sobbing as the sonograher told me there's baby with strong heartbeat and everything where it should be) my due date is April - am now 13 weeks. Still have the morning sickness, sore boobs and tiredness but honestly couldn't be happier :-)

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Cuppasoupmonster · 15/10/2022 18:21

Hooray! What lovely news! I’m part of the April 2023 birth club on here - we’re a lovely bunch so come on over if you fancy it 😊 it’s great to go through the ‘stages’ with other ladies at the same point in pregnancy.

eyeoresancerre · 15/10/2022 18:28

Wonderful news. So happy for you both.🎉

Picoloangel · 15/10/2022 18:35

Hooray! I mentioned before that I was 45 when I had DD and was v healthy throughout. Lowest blood pressure in the clinic. I’m sooo happy for you. 😊

TaraRhu · 15/10/2022 18:55

I'm so glad you updated your post! Congratulations. Hope the sickness goes away soon xx

SeekingTact · 15/10/2022 20:02

This is so so wonderful OP!!! Good luck for this next bit :)

Blossomtoes · 15/10/2022 20:17

So, so pleased for you. It’s a delight to share your journey.

SashaMannDeservedBetter · 15/10/2022 21:52

Lovely! So happy for you x

Purpledaze77 · 15/10/2022 22:42

Congratulations!!! That’s the really hard, worrying stage you’ve got through. What an amazing miracle

HazelBite · 16/10/2022 08:06

I read your update OP and just smiled and smiled I am so pleased for you!

rubygiz · 16/10/2022 09:19

@Shocked44 good news I am following with interest I found out I was pregnant after been told it was highly unlikely and 7 years of trying with the ex, 8 months in to a new relationship 39 years and I am pregnant yep it was a shocker much wanted though

crazeekat · 17/10/2022 18:51

I keep checking this every now and then to see how u are op, it's just heartwarming following u on in ur journey

Threelittlelambs · 17/10/2022 19:48

Have you shared with family OP? What was their reaction

lockdownbabyx · 17/10/2022 21:47

Just found this thread and its absolutely made my day! Looking forward to reading all the updates 😁. Congratulations OP, wonderful news xx

2020firsttimemum · 18/10/2022 13:14

Oh this is so lovely 😭😭

Congratulations op, how lovely to know just how loved this little baby will be 🤍😭

purplemama1990 · 18/10/2022 14:51

So happy for you!! I only discovered this thread today and it's brightened up my day in the middle of "morning" sickness and exhaustion! Hoping all goes well for the rest of the pregnancy!!

Namechangeoctober22 · 18/10/2022 18:34

❤❤❤

Seemsok · 18/10/2022 19:13

Am glad everything is going well OP .April is a lovely time of the year to have a new born . X

swimmingwithturtles · 18/10/2022 22:03

OP, having struggled with infertility myself, I am sooo made up for you. This is absolutely beautiful ❤️

NotMyselfWithoutCoffee · 19/10/2022 11:39

Oh lovely update, hope the rest of your pregnancy goes smoothly. Only 7 weeks and you have your gender scan. 😁

99redballoonsgobyy · 19/10/2022 16:45

Il put money on it op that you are having a girl, just read a previous post of yours from August where you describe your all day sickness and the only thing that eases it is eating. that's the classic signs of a girl pregnancy and exactly how I was with my dd 15 years ago It was different with my son. congratulations and hope it continues to go well for you. I'll look forward to you announcing the arrival of your baby (daughter!😀) to us in the spring. congratulations 💐

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