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DH said, DH left, waves is still being sick but into the third timester

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wavesandsmiles · 01/05/2013 11:50

I haven't been around here for a while, as I was worried that twunt was reading MN to find out what my thoughts/plans were. He may very well still be doing that, but he's gone now, and my new mission is to reach out for as much support as possible (trying to see it as a sign of strength to ask for help rather than a sign of failure), so here I am.

Back in January DH (hitherto referred to as twunt), told me I had to fix the marriage etc, then within days I found out he'd been texting OW to say our marriage was over, researching late abortions etc. This was when I was 14 weeks pregnant. I'm now 27 weeks pregnant, and still have hyperemesis, necessitating almost daily visits to hospital for IV meds and fluids. Twunt left just over a month ago, and I now have lodgers in, which is helping with the mortgage.

I'm trying to be strong for my DCs, but at times it all gets rather overwhelming....especially as it is not really that long to go until my little acrobat makes an appearance. Before then I am on a twunt detox, and am trying to have no contact with him whatsoever. My DCs are being very good (most of the time), despite having to cope with their step dad (who planned to adopt them) just disappearing, and me being so ill all the time. But it is obviously challenging for them.

Terrified of the summer when acrobat arrives and the inevitably of facing up to a form of contact with the utter shite who left me in this predicament - our baby was wanted, and planned for. Lots of other practicalities to consider too, and considering investing in a diary so that I can put things onto paper rather than leave things spinning around in my head....

Anyway, I'm back, and hoping that there will be some virtual hands to hold as I continue to battle the hyperemesis, hormones and general challenges of the final trimester, and the impact of the not so "D" H's departure.

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BerylStreep · 09/06/2013 20:37

Hey, don't worry about a shawl - go easy on yourself.

wavesandsmiles · 09/06/2013 23:14

An hour of fairly uncomfortable bh contractions has reminded me how sucky it is to be alone just now. Meant to be sleeping to get respite from the vomiting, instead I've been doing breathing and walking round the garden (and vomiting some more). My cat has brought herself up to my bed so at least I have a little company.

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aufaniae · 10/06/2013 02:02

Hi waves. Just checking, are you absolutly sure they're BH?

AgathaF · 10/06/2013 07:45

Hope the contractions settled and you got some sleep last night.

I agree with all the others who have said be super cautious about letting your mum get too close again. She hasn't changed, she is incapable of it, she is just putting on a fake front to get back in with you and the children.

Any MNers who can knit or crochet around? I'm sure womeone could knit you a lovely shawl for acrobat's arrival.

wavesandsmiles · 10/06/2013 07:47

All settled after about 2.5 hours so ok but knackered this morning. Got myself a bit worried though as no one was in the house and my plan for middle of the night labour was to rely on the lodgers who are all ok with that.

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JaxTellerIsAllMine · 10/06/2013 07:58

morning waves - glad everything settled down for you last night.

Everything will work out, dont worry.

captainmummy · 10/06/2013 08:34

Take it easy this morning - no more moving furniture or cleaning the kitchen (or weeding the garden, come to that. It really doesn't need it. And the weeds will just come back.Grin)

Glad you got on better with TB, but do be careful not to let your guard down.

And if you look at cheaper parts of the country you may find that you will be mortgage-free - and an ice-cream business sounds good!

MinnieBar · 10/06/2013 09:24

I could crochet you a little blanket, if you like? I've only got acrylic (very washable, so in many ways ideal for newborns) but if someone wanted to donate some wool like we use on the woolly hugs I could use that?

Smile
DonkeysDontRideBicycles · 10/06/2013 11:24

waves you must be good and ignore that nesting instinct where possible; rest and not invent chores to do.

Thumbwitch · 10/06/2013 12:43

MinnieBar have PMd you :)

vole3 · 10/06/2013 15:21

Alternatively if we specify a size of square and type / colour of yarn we could send squares to MinnieBar to create a blanket of mumsnet 'hugs' for Acrobat.

MinnieBar · 10/06/2013 15:39

Yes, happy to do that Smile although I don't know how many knitters/crocheters there are posting and lurking on the thread?? (come out, come out wherever you are!)

Once we get an idea of numbers I'd recommend sticking with the WoollyHugs guidelines for yarn as they're tried and tested, and although I've done quite a few squares and small blankets now, I'm a novice in comparison.

MinnieBar · 10/06/2013 15:40

PM me if you're interested in whatever capacity?

AgathaF · 10/06/2013 16:29

I can't knit or crochet but wish I could. It would be so lovely for Waves to have something knitted with love for her acrobat.

JaxTellerIsAllMine · 10/06/2013 18:49

hi I have PMd mini - I sometimes knit for wooly hugs, but am snowed under at moment, but have offered some balls of woolly hugs wool - which is beautiful, and feels soft n snugly.

Anyway, shall wait to hear from mini.

vole3 · 10/06/2013 20:45

Will try to pick up some wool tomorrow - shades of blue / cream / green

themidwife · 10/06/2013 20:48

I'm still collecting things for you via the children's centres I work in so will look out for a shawl or nice blanket too as a spare. What clothes do you need? We have mountains of second hand baby clothes!!

MinnieBar · 10/06/2013 22:37

Have PM'd you Vole Smile

wavesandsmiles · 10/06/2013 22:57

Hello everyone, I've had a really really quiet day, lots of resting and a bit of snoozing as I really didn't want a repeat of the pain and sickness of yesterday. Again overwhelmed by the kindness of MN....

I've signed my redundancy agreement so that is in the post now. Bit scary but it wasn't like it was an option. Not sure whether to tell twunt. HR were going to announce it today and in a small community word travels fast. Should I let him know myself, or let the grapevine work? There's been no contact at all since 10 May.

Baby clothes wise, I am not sure how much of each type of thing I need. I've forgotten so much about babies.... I think 0 - 3 months is where I need most as i have quite a few newborn vests and sleep suits now, and am pretty sure newborns don't need much in the way of other bits. But I can't remember Confused

Feeling scared again about how I'll manage, and the thing on the news about fatherless children has made me feel low. And I'm not looking forward to fathers day at the weekend as we don't have any fathers around to celebrate. I know it's really just a marketing thing, but it is emotionally another thing to contend with.

Ah well. In an hour I will be 33 weeks pregnant. It's not such a long time until acrobat will be here now is it!

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wordyBird · 11/06/2013 01:47

Hope tomorrow is quiet too, and that things feel less worrying in the morning.

You know what I'm going to say about telling your STBX. Don't do it! Opening any line of communication will only set you back, I think. Hold onto your strength now.

Not too long to acrobat's arrival, and no more sickness .. hurray!

GenevievePettigrew · 11/06/2013 05:42

Hello waves; just wanted to say what a FABULOUS story you'll have for Acrobat about his baby blanket - Minnie so lovely that you can do that! (I am in Australia so will just send sunshine, and a lovely long, warm summer.)

AgathaF · 11/06/2013 07:43

Don't tell twunt about the redundancy. For one thing, you shouldn't open up lines of communication again as you know that it will set you back. For another thing, it's none of his business now. Be prepared that he may try to contact you about it when he does find out, but again, it's not his concern so don't engage.

Hope you have another calm and relaxing day.

JaxTellerIsAllMine · 11/06/2013 07:44

morning waves and everyone.

Dont fret about fathers day - its a ploy, just have a nice day doing whatever you 3 (and acrobat) feel like doing.

Personally, I wouldnt tell twunt - its none of his business. WOW 33 weeks, you are almost there, how exciting!

Dont add anything else to worry you.

JaxTellerIsAllMine · 11/06/2013 07:44

X post with agatha! But we are both on same page. NOXB - None of X Business. Grin

Thumbwitch · 11/06/2013 11:05

Agree with others, there is no need for you to tell him. If he finds out through the grapevine, so be it.

Not long to go now!