★ October & November 2020 Hedgehogs ★

[Pineberry]

Finding of the day: you know you're pregnant AF when shaving your hooha becomes mission-nearly-impossible I just hope for the best these days and pray I dont miss a spot

Now I know there's nothing wrong with 'going natural' but I really prefer it the other way!


Felt like bubba was training for the olympics this morning! He's not usually this active at 10AM but I'm loving it. Nothing sweeter than feeling his adorable little kicks while I'm doing home office ugh I love him so much it's ridiculous haha! I'm honestly such a sappy momma, I cry sometimes thinking about my little boy & how much I adore him


How are my ladies doing today? Anything interesting or exciting coming up this week?

 

[co_fostermom]

Pineberry - If it makes you feel better, going all "1970s bush" apparently protects that area from bacteria during pregnancy. Might be something to consider if you can stand it.

Also....aww! baby kicks!


AFM DH felt the baby kick last night for the first time. He had to put a bit of pressure on my abs with his hand but Baby didn't disappoint! Was such a sweet moment.

 

[Fern81]

Lol Pineberry at struggling to shave don’t cut yourself! I can’t WAIT for salons to open up again so that I can get waxed. I’m going to try to trim today before my dr appointment and scan on Thursday (we have a public holiday today so I’m at home) and quite scared of cutting myself!

So, we’ve been in the middle of a horrific cold front and SNOW is predicted. Snow here is extremely rare. We had a light fall 8 years ago and the day came to a standstill as people parked their cars & rushed out of the office to watch a few flakes. That was the only time in my almost 39 years when it’s snowed where I live. This AM I got up to extreme cold and clouds and got... RAIN! Boo! Even worse, I had to storm outside to get all the laundry off the line and nearly got frostbite lol. I’m still hoping to see snow today. If it snows in our neighboring city, the roads are going to be crowded with people flocking to see it!

20 weeks today. Officially half way done. I’m still so scared about what the rest of the year will bring in terms of my marriage but feeling more and more ready for the baby.

Re the pelvic pain- I went to the physio yesterday. She said my ligaments are very lax & pelvis unstable and my muscles are cramping and tensing due to this. So I’m to walk around a bit when I can/find time, other than that no strain on the area, try to stabilize and keep perfect alignment and posture as much as possible. No stretching allowed. She did work on the muscles a bit, wow ouch but it’s feeling better today.

 

[Fern81]

Oh! And... the first learner at our school has tested positive for covid. The child is in the primary school though which is on a separate premise next to the high school where I teach. It’s surely just a matter of time before a high school learner or teacher tests positive however I hope it doesn’t happen and that if it does, they don’t get too sick. A weird part of me thinks that, if I’m going to get sick I’d rather get it now and get it over with. On the other hand of course I don’t want to subject my baby to a possible high fever. Oh well what can we do right except social distancing and meticulous hand & face hygiene! It still bothers me how people touch and pull on their masks and continuously push them up and down, a lot of times walking around with them down below the chin (masks when in public is the law here now)... it defeats the purpose.
How is lockdown and what are the rules that are affecting you guys atm where you live?

 

[Pineberry]

@co_fostermom Hah interesting! I did not know that. I still think I wouldn’t have the balls to let it all grow though, I’m extremely particular when it comes to my body hair

@Fern81 Hmm have never done waxing before but now I’m thinking I might give it a try! I hope you’re still going to see snow, that would be insane if it snowed where you live seeing that it hasn’t happened in that many decades! Been a while since I saw snow myself, especially since living in Portugal. but even back in Germany it doesn’t snow that much anymore during wintertime these days. Global warming for sure!

Sorry to hear about your muscles! Glad it feels better today and I hope your pelvis becomes more stable with more walking. I have started taking 45-60 min walks every day after work with my SO and it’s been lovely. There’s a nice path along the seafront that we always take, and always visit a pond nearby that has ducks / turtles / baby ducks


Agree about people not using masks properly!! So annoying. Or wearing them below their nose so stupid haha.
Where I live there’s still lots of restrictions, but slowly shops are opening again, and I’ve definitely noticed that people don’t take the virus that seriously anymore- crowds of people everywhere, etc.

 

[AzureOrchid]

Hi Ladies!!
As far as stretch marks - nothing yet but I have been basting myself in Bio Oil every day. My sister in law swears by it and had basically zero stretch marks after four kids and just got one with her fifth when trying a different oil. So far so good!

She also did cloth diapers with this one to try and save money. I see some pros and cons with it and won't be going that route myself. One of the cons is when they're between sizes - you'll get lots of leaks. It also just seems so... messy. She seems to have a good routine with doing laundry every other day with them and says she has had zero rash issues with them, too. Plus he doesn't seem to get as uncomfortable at night with them. I will pick her brain a bit more on that topic and report back

Had our anatomy scan today and the technician was SO NICE! She let my partner sneak in so he could be a part of everything. It was definitely appreciated. Everything seems pretty normal, which is great. Also found out the gender and... drumroll.... it's a boy! Not going to lie, I am disappointed but I'm sure I'll come around to it. I was just so hoping for a girl!! We got some interesting shots of him in there today and I'll attach one here that I found funny He was in super comfort mode with his legs crossed and arms over his face for most of the scan but did move around a bit for us.

Hope everyone else is doing great!

 

[co_fostermom]

Lol Pineberry! I've gotten that area waxed a couple times. Not a huge fan but it definitely isn't as bad as people make it sound. Granted, I wasn't pregnant at either time and I imagine it would be more sensitive down there. Fern, you're brave!

Also Fern - SNOW?! Wow. We've had a cold and rainy spring here. Really starting to miss the sun and heat and hoping the summer turns up soon. I've read that global warming can delay the springs and summers, so the weather in most places ends up not turning nice until late June and then stays nice through October/ early November even. Maybe that's what's been going on here in WA.

Azure! Funny pic! Yeah I asked our tech if she would be willing to do 3d shots and she said she could try but didn't recommend it at 20 weeks because they don't have a lot of fat yet and they sort of look like aliens lol, which your pic reminds me of. It's crazy how they can move and bend in there!

AFM - woke up with some dried blood in my panties this morning (sorry if tmi) which of course freaked me out but it doesn't appear to be active bleeding. I've been a bit itchy down there lately so am wondering if I irritated the skin enough last night to cause some bleeding. Either way, will be keeping an eye on it. Besides that, I feel like I'm finally starting to look the part with the right clothes on, so I thought I'd share my 21 weeks bumpie with you all.

 

[Fern81]

Pineberry- I’m jealous that you have the time to take those kinds of walks so glad you can enjoy it!

Azure first of all that’s a gorgeous scan pic. I felt the same with my first ds but now I can’t imagine being a girl mom. Boys are lovely. I’m sure you’ll get used to the idea but in the meantime, gender disappointment is such a real thing and it’s OK. Hugs!!

Co_foster remember we are in the Southern hempsphere at the tip of Africa so it’s winter here. It should start to get warmer during August, a short springtime during September and then usually very hot from October onwards. Sept-March is usually our summer rainfall season. In other parts of RSA (in the Cape) it snows every winter and they have a winter rainfalls season. But our climate isn’t conducive to snow. I love love love our hot summers and am so glad baby A will be born when it’s hot!
So sorry you had some bleeding again... hope it doesn’t pick up again. I had spotting again this past Sunday and I agree it’s terrible . Also- cute bumpie to be proud of

 

[co_fostermom]

Oh right Fern - totally forgot you're in the southern hemisphere! Well, I hope you get your very rare snowfall!

 

[Joannaxoxo]

Fern - I certainly don't miss the snow lol. I'm so happy it's almost summer here, I'm usually a cold person, so in the summer I feel quite comfortable while everyone sweats. Though I can't imagine not seeing the snow every year, by December I love having snow and the kids love to play in it too. But by February I'm done with winter and wish I lived somewhere warmer haha. I guess that is why we all have seasons for the most part, it makes us appreciate the time we have with the weather we like.

Azure - congratulations on the baby boy... I'm sure you'll come around to the gender. Many people feel disappointed and I'm sure that's completely normal. I love your scan picture, he's a little acrobat.

Foster - love the belly shot! I've been meaning to add mine here but keep forgetting. I hope the bleeding is gone now.

Not much to report here. I got my results back from the scans and baby is looking good. I'll post a scan picture later today when I'm home and can access the pictures off my phone. I'm also feeling a lot more kicks... some are strong enough to see my belly move now which I love! I've also got the glucose test coming up in the next couple weeks, then I officially move on from my GP to the OB at the hospital. I can't believe that by Saturday I'll be hitting 6 months pregnant!

 

[Joannaxoxo]

 

[co_fostermom]

Yay cute baby!

 

[Fern81]

Lovely shot Joanne!!

Just a quick update- anatomy scan went well and my boy is DEFINITELY a boy yay!!!

 

[co_fostermom]

Yay Team Blue!!!!

 

[co_fostermom]

So I had a dream that Baby was pushing his face into my belly so you could basically see his face and then we'd tickle his chin and he'd move his face around to get tickled in other spots lol. Pregnancy dreams are SO weird!

 

[Joannaxoxo]

Foster - pregnancy dreams can be so weird! Your dream sounds cute but in real life that would be creepy .

Fern - Yay for team blue.

I can't believe how many team blues we have in this thread. We need more pink announcements to balance us out

 

[Pineberry]

@AzureOrchid Aww, so nice that she let your SO attend! Glad your scan went well and WELCOME to team blue!! I'm sure the disappointment is gonna pass quickly! You'll have a precious little babyboy who'll love his mama to no end - I always hear about that special mom-son bond & I can't wait to experience it for myself! Also, great scan pic - what a cutie! And dat pose though!

@co_fostermom Love your 21 week bumpie! Adorable! Sorry to hear about the spotting, that's always scary no matter what. Has there been any more now? I'm glad it doesn't appear to be anything to be worried about.

Pregnancy dreams - well I've always had vivid and weird dreams all my life so I'm used to them, but yes, I've had some bizarre ones lately.

For example, I often dream that my babyboy is already here, but that he can already talk as an infant lol. Like he'll be that teeny tiny baby and I'll be having actual conversations with him. I read that that's a common dream in pregnancy and something like it being related to feeling insecure about one's ability to be able to care for a small helpless infant. Tbh, I do feel a bit 'intimidated' knowing that I'll soon be responsible for the life and health of a baby- but I also trust my maternal instincts and am sure I'll know what to do.

@Joannaxoxo Yay for a healthy babe and that is one adorable ultrasound pic!

@Fern81 Glad your anatomy scan went well hun!!

 

[Fern81]

Yikes yes pregnancy dreams are extra crazy! I also have a very real, complicated and exhausting dream life usually lol but during this pregnancy things have ramped up a notch! The day before my anatomy scan, I had a dream where my gynae told me I’m very overweight and SQUISHY and that it’s very concerning. That I need to see a dietitian asap and go on a diet. I’m definitely upset about the fact that I’ve already gained 10 kg so it’s clear where that dream came from! But it felt super real! (I’ve managed to cut down on the junk food but feel like it’s too late).

So, I’ve booked my bed and did the paperwork for A’s delivery. The hospital procedures are so hectic atm! The rule is: from 38 weeks pregnant, mom and the birthing partner (who has to leave directly after delivery and not allowed to visit), both have to do weekly covid tests at R850+ a shot. That’s 50 $ per person, per week, out of pocket (at the current exchange rate). Well, I had an induction at 38w3d last time due to baby being in distress, and husband stayed outside during delivery (my sister was with me). Since I personally feel men should be nowhere near a vaginal delivery, I’ll just do this one on my own. (Hopefully we continue to work things out and are still together then.) My pregnant brain is working overtime- due to us suffering an enormous financial loss (lockdown), those weekly covid tests are way too expensive. Also, since I don’t want him in the room if I have a VB, there’s no point in him paying that much just to sit in the waiting room while I give birth and then probably not being allowed back in after. So I’m thinking if things are still the same at the end of Oct, I’ll do one test just after 38 w, have him drop me off at hospital a week later, have an induction and do it by myself. That’s probably overplanning for birth (which rarely goes according to plan) but I can’t stop thinking about it! It’s hard to consider a possible cs by myself though and being alone after with no visitors and no-one to help you with baby when the nurses are busy... <insert curse word here> ...

In the meantime, after 3 months of extremely hard lockdown, government has suddenly allowed most businesses to reopen including restaurants, cinemas, casinos, salons etc and finally my husband is allowed to coach tennis again. The economy was starting to crash and people were literally starving. Now we have to rely on people to adhere to social distancing... haha! In MY country..? People do whatever they want! I’m just glad husband will be getting an income again and is in a good mood about it (salary probably only from end of July though) and we’ll just have to hope things don’t escalate to such a degree that we go back to hard lockdown.

No snow, just freezing! And that’s all the news I have

 

[victorial8]

I have freaky pregnancy dreams too....but that’s when I actually manage to sleep properly!!! I’ve been struggling to get to sleep the last couple of weeks and then of course the constant waking up uncomfortable or needing to pee ‍.

I have been worrying about the birth if rules are still the same for this virus too. I am likely to have a c section and the thought of being in myself for a couple of days without hubby or visitors scare me. Hopefully things will ease by then.

Baby has been moving so much lately, and we see near every movement from the outside which is cool. Got my anatomy scan in a week and a half so can’t wait for that. Hopefully after that we will get a gender scan .

 

[co_fostermom]

Yeah I normally have pretty vivid dreams but this is something on an all new level lol.

I was worried about birth during a pandemic too and maybe I still am. I just kind of came to a place of not worrying too much about it right now because whatever will happen in October will happen. I feel like I'll have the grace for it when I need it. I worry so much about this pregnancy to begin with that I just feel like adding to the stress of what may or may not happen come birth time just doesn't make any sense. But I'm sure I'll start freaking out again sometime in August lol, especially if people continue to be so irresponsible with social distancing guidelines.