Sept 2024 - Thread 9!

[SpicyMoth]

Continuation from the previous thread before it fills up - we're getting so close ladies, ahhhhh!!!

Previous thread here; https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/pregnancy/5094920-september-2024-thread-8?page=39&reply=136855271

AHHHH, so precious!!! Congrats!!!! <3 <3 <3

37 weeks today!
How's everyone's bumps coming along?
I'm absolutely flummoxed at how I could possibly get any bigger?!!

On a side note, do we know for sure whether stretch marks are definitely genetic or if there's anything you can do to help them?
I thought I was so lucky in not getting them, but this last month or so they've sprung up out of nowhere bang in the middle of my tummy despite religious moisturising with multiple different brands multiple times a day - So gutted!

@SpicyMoth I have no advice about getting rid of stretch marks, but I also thought I was getting away with it until my husband pointed out that mine are all under my bump where I couldn’t see them! I then look in the mirror and yep, there they are - they look like a horrible stubble rash coming up from my knicker line!

That's exactly where mine are too funnily enough!!
Though mine look more like someone's tried to draw a beard on my belly with purple felt tip pen than stubble - fancy swapping? 😂🙈

@SpicyMoth @Lillers My dermatologist said they are totally genetic (I had to see one as I have pregnancy prurigo, gotta love those pregnancy hormones wreaking havoc on my body lol). She also said a lot of the hydration your skin needs comes from inside i.e. no point slathering yourself in cream if you are not also drinking lots of water.

I am really starting to worry about eating leftovers at the moment! It’s been so warm lately that food hasn’t been getting down to a suitable temp for freezing until about 2 hours after we’ve eaten. We’ve then been freezing it as usual, ready to defrost and reheat.

Normally I wouldn’t give this a second thought but I’m a bit worried at the moment! Made a spag Bol the other day and then a chicken stew tonight. They were both on the kitchen counter cooling for 2 hours before freezing and now I’m second guessing whether it’s actually okay for me to eat them.

Little lady was born this afternoon at 37+1. It was quite a scary birth in the end which I won’t go into as I don’t want to scare any other mums. I’ve spent the past couple of hours crying as it’s all hit me like a ton of bricks and I’m sad my husband has had to go home as I really need him

Awh bless you!
So glad you and baby are both safe and sound, though sorry to hear about your scary birth! :'( </3
We're all here for you if you need people to chat to! <3

Congratulations @MrsMoggy Sorry to hear that you had a difficult birth, but how wonderful that your little girl is here now! I hope you’ll recover soon and you’re both doing well!

I forgot to add that the growth scans were almost spot on, she was only 5lbs and 6oz so has been christened little
dot by all the staff

Congratulations @Martibum , how are we all three doing? 😻

@MrsMoggy congratulations! I hope the baby is fine and I’m really sorry you had a poor birth experience. 💗

Oh so many cute babies!
@MrsMoggy congrats! At least she's here now and if you feel you need it in the future you can request a birth review with your hospital.

@Martibum so so cute. Congrats!

Aaah congratulations @MrsMoggy and @Martibum! Well done both of you!

Congratulations both!!! @Martibum @MrsMoggy 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

@Martibum aawww adorable little ones! Congratulations 🙌🏻

@MrsMoggy
congratulations on the birth of your little girl. I'm sorry to hear it was traumatic and that your partner couldn't stay. I find that hard to understand as you really need the support. Hope you managed to get a little sleep. Access some support when you get home 🫶🏼

@Martibum @MrsMoggy congrats on your babies!!

I can't believe we have 4 babies in the group already! 🥺

@Martibum @MrsMoggy congratulations to you both!

@MrsMoggy sorry to hear about your experience. I hope your night went well last night and your partner will be able to visit you soon

@MrsMoggy Congratulations on your new arrival and sorry to hear you've had a rough time. I hope your husband is back soon and you will get the support you need going forward.

@Martibum congratulations they are gorgeous 🩷🩷

@Martibum @MrsMoggy congratulations on your gorgeous arrivals! 🫶🏻

Sweep day for me today, hair appointment immediately after. So if this sweep does anything (which I'm guessing it won't from people I've heard from about them) I hope it's after a few hours at least!

Wonderful news congratulations to you both @MrsMoggy @Martibum 💕

Aww congratulations @Martibum what cuties!

And congratulations @MrsMoggy ! so sorry to hear it was a difficult experience, I hope you get the support you need

Congratulations @Martibum the twins look absolutely adorable

also congratulations @MrsMoggy sorry to hear it was a difficult labour. Lots of love

Just wondering if anyone has been induced due to high blood pressure alone? Mines been fluctuating quite wildly for 3 weeks. Peaking at around 150/98, I’ve been sent to triage 3 times due to this, it does however after a bp series go down to around 130/86 which is still high for me but in normal range. I haven’t been put on any tablets, but do have a history of pre eclampsia. I’ve got another bp and urine check tomorrow, and I just know it’s going to be high again. What happens now if it remains high? Will I be started on tablets or due to being full term now will they just induce me if it becomes too high?

Omgggg @MudandMoet 😵‍💫🙉🙊🙈

Oh my goodness, so sweet!