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Biggest shock of my life

504 replies

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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SurpriseSurprise · 16/04/2023 19:57

Would love to hear how you are OP

Shocked44 · 17/04/2023 00:55

Well after a not so straightforward pregnancy (mainly because of blood pressure) I welcomed my miracle boy at 4.16pm on 25 April. He's the most beautiful thing I've ever seen and we're both smitten. I hope my story gives others faith that it can happen when you least expect it!!!

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excelledyourself · 17/04/2023 00:58

Congratulations, OP.

What a lucky little boy.

Enjoy 💙

MagiMagic · 17/04/2023 01:02

What a wonderful update. Congrats 🥳🥳🥳

99redballoonsgobyy · 17/04/2023 02:39

Congrats op that's a lovely update. I was actually convinced you were having a girl though so a surprise to hear you've had a lovely little boy 🩵. Have you already got baby brain op you said he was born 25th April and it's only 17th!
enjoy your little boy 🥳🥳🥳

mackthepony · 17/04/2023 02:43

Oh my goodness how amazing!!

Huge congratulations

Wedoronron · 17/04/2023 02:45

Oh I remember your first post. Hurray!! And huge congratulations for your gorgeous boy 🎉🎉🎉🎉

Weatherwax13 · 17/04/2023 02:56

Huge congratulations. So happy for you!

Paintandpots · 17/04/2023 03:34

Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐
Glad your both doing well.

unname · 17/04/2023 03:41

Yay!!! Congratulations!!!! Super happy for you!

Shocked44 · 17/04/2023 03:58

99redballoonsgobyy · 17/04/2023 02:39

Congrats op that's a lovely update. I was actually convinced you were having a girl though so a surprise to hear you've had a lovely little boy 🩵. Have you already got baby brain op you said he was born 25th April and it's only 17th!
enjoy your little boy 🥳🥳🥳

It would appear I do have baby brain! He arrived on 15 April!

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CoffeeLover90 · 17/04/2023 04:23

Brilliant news, massive congratulations. Thank you for updating us. 💙💙

GingerScallop · 17/04/2023 04:49

Massive congratulations op. May you and your dp enjoy your little one

StampOnTheGround · 17/04/2023 05:12

Congratulations OP, April baby boys are the best 💙💙

greenspaces4peace · 17/04/2023 05:26

Wonderful work @Shocked44 !!

Sparklesocks · 17/04/2023 05:51

Oh OP I’ve just devoured this thread while up feeding my little one and I can’t say how made up for you I am. Congratulations on your lovely little boy 💕

Nsky62 · 17/04/2023 06:00

How lovely for you!
we love a happy ending xx

Picoloangel · 17/04/2023 06:09

What wonderful news! Congratulations 🥳
hope you are feeling OK after what sounds like a tricky pregnancy. Enjoy your boy OP. 😊

PurpleReindeer2 · 17/04/2023 06:27

Many congratulations OP. 🥳Enjoy many happy years ahead with your gorgeous son. 🥰💙

lostfrequencies · 17/04/2023 06:40

Lovely news!! Massive congratulations OP xx

Chimchar · 17/04/2023 06:57

I just read this entire thread. Thrilled to see your happy news! Congratulations on your little boy. X

Americano75 · 17/04/2023 07:21

Ah, what lovely news to read on a Monday morning, huge congratulations!

Zonder · 17/04/2023 08:12

Wonderful! Congratulations!

Winter2020 · 17/04/2023 09:18

Congratulations!

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LagoonaBalloon · 17/04/2023 09:43

That's fantastic news, congratulations and best wishes to you all😁