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[gemgem77]

Hey Shelby it's lovely to hear from you, how's things?

Erica I am really pleased we're having a girl, honestly though I would have been happy with either! I need to stop buying things now though and actually what I have and what I need!!!
How are you Joanna? xx

 

[EMC0528]

I have barely bought anything! My MIL and sister are going WAY overboard with pink everything!

Are you having any growing pains? I had to go to the hospital on Thursday because I was having pain in my lower abdomen. I called the doctor thinking they would tell me it was nothing, not to worry, the nurse said to go straight to the hospital. I was SO scared. The last time I was there I miscarried in the waiting room They sent me straight to labour and delivery and took me right in and monitored thebaby. She was doing great, they couldn't believe how much she moved! They ran some tests but the think that it was just growing pains thank god! I'm so much more worried with this baby!

Joanna, I am dying for an update! I keep thinking it could be any day for you!

 

[workingttc]

Hmm...not sure what just happened with my last post. I got cut off in the middle and not sure if it went thru..Anyway, was just saying congrats on the girl news to Gemma and sorry for your scare Erica! I'm glad everything turned out to be fine. This whole process is utterly nerve-wracking.

AFM, I'm doing fine. My main concern these days is getting all my work done in time, which is proving to be a bit challenging! Otherwise, feeling good except for foot swelling that drives me nuts...It's fine on the weekends when I can be active and not sitting at a desk all day, but at the end of the work day, it's like I have sausages instead of feet. Brutal! Baby measured about 5lbs 8 oz (44th percentile) at my last appointment (which was at 34 weeks and 4 days). He's posterior (aka sunny side up) which means I could get stuck with back labor if he doesn't flip around so that his face is toward my back. So I'm trying to do a bunch of exercises geared toward getting him to turn around. But head is down, at least, which is

Shelby, I hope you're doing well. I can't wait for BFP news from you!!

 

[EMC0528]

I was lucky enough not to get foot swelling with my first, but my sister had it with all 3 kids. She hated it also.

How are you finding working at this stage? I'm dreading those last few weeks!

Gemma when are you leaving work?

 

[gemgem77]

Sounds like your doing great Joanna apart from having sausages for feet!!!

Erica I haven't really had growing pains but I have had a couple of days here and there where I don't get much movement which freaks me out!
I am now planning on leaving work on 27th April which is really early but I hate work so much I just want out. I will get my Matb1 form on Friday at my 25week midwife appt so will give that date and then see how I go and maybe extend it when I get near to it.
When are you guys planning on leaving?

 

[EMC0528]

I'm gonna try to work till May 15. That will give me 2 weeks home with my little guy to get the last few things organized. I also went a bit early with Dom and I REALLY wouldn't want to go into labor here at work. We don't have running water or flush toilets and I'm the only woman that works here. I think I would be more comfortable spending my last 2 weeks at home I am going to start training someone hopefully the first 2 weeks of march so that I can leave earlier if I feel like I want to.

I am much the same as you Gemma, I can not wait to get out of here. I'm so done with work! My hubby has made it clear he does not want me coming back . There is too much drama! I don't think April 27th is that early, it gives you just over a month before the baby will come.

We are getting closer!

 

[gemgem77]

Hi Girls,

I haven't been on here for ages so just thought I would post and hope one of you sees it!!
Joanna have you had your little bubba yet?!!
Erica how are you? We are getting real close now!!!

Shelby how's things with you? xx

 

[EMC0528]

Hi Gemma!

How are you feeling?You all ready for your little one to arrive?

I'm definitely getting to the stage where I am ready to have this baby! I've been lucky, I've felt good through the majority so far but I'm getting big and uncomfortable. Maybe our little bubbas will make an early appearance and come next month

I am finished April 30th at work. I was gonna stay till mid may but there isn't much happening around here and I'm SO DONE with work. You're done the same time right? Only a few more weeks

 

[pfab]

Hi girls!
I thought for sure I would log on to find Joanna is a momma!!! I can't believe you haven't had your bambino yet! I'm glad you girls are hanging in there! I think of you often. Thank you for thinking of me.
I am on my 3rd round of clomid. My dr says that this will be the last round, then she's referring me to an infertility specialist.
I'm hoping this is the month. I'm currently 5dpo. Do you think implantation bleeding can occur as early as 3dpo? I experienced a little blood when I wiped. Nothing after that. Sorry, tmi. I'm just hoping it was ib because I've never had bleeding before 10dpo.

I'll keep you girls posted, and I will always check in to see how all of you are doing! Good luck on your births! I hope everything is perfect!

Hugs,
Shelby

 

[gemgem77]

Hey Erica!! I'm good thanks although I am so with you in feeling huge and uncomfortable!! I never thought I would be one of the women to say "I just want the baby out" but I can see how you get to that point now lol
Yes I finish on the 27th April and very happy I made that decision now as so ready to go!!!
Shelby it's lovely to hear from you. I have a friend at work who is newly pregnant and her first symptom was spotting really early when it wasn't normal for her that early so could well be a sign!! I really hope it is please keep us posted.

Has anyone heard from Joanna? She must have had her baby by now I'm desperate to hear her birth story the weirdo I am!!!! xx

 

[pfab]

Hi girls! I thought for sure I would've seen a pic of Joanna's baby by now!!!
I can't believe how close you girls are getting! I just realized how close your due dates are! June 2 and June 5! You must be getting so excited!

Well, since Joanna isn't giving us any news for now, I guess I'll step in to let you all know that I got my

I'm so freaking excited! My dr's plan was to send me to the infertility drs after my 3rd round of clomid. Well, looks like the 3rd round did the trick!!!!

 

[EMC0528]

yay!!!!!

I'm so so so happy for you Shelby

What truly great news. When do you see the dr? What will your due date be?

I'm over the moon happy for you

 

[pfab]

Thanks Erica!
My due date is December 22, and my first doctor's visit is April 26! I'm so excited and so nervous all at once!

 

[EMC0528]

This is such an exciting time for you. I think back to the disbelief I felt when I got my bfp. Happy, scared, excited, nervous....such a great experience.

You will have to keep us updated on all your symptoms

I'm taking my little guy to west Edmonton mall this weekend for his 5th birthday. Where does the time go??

 

[workingttc]

hi girls!!!! sorry ive been mia. a bit busy with the baby! huge huge huge congrats shelby, i am ELATED for you!!

i cant wait to hear how your first appointment goes! as for me, baby eli was born 9 days late on march 20. he's 4 weeks old today! the first couple weeks were tough but he's doing great and we are getting into our groove now. here's a pic!

erica, you are getting so close! and signs of labor?

 

[pfab]

Joanna,
He's precious!!!! Congrats!!!!!!! I can't believe he's already four weeks! Keep posting pics of your little guy.

Erica, I hope Dom had a great birthday!!!!!

Gemma, how are you feeling?

I'm excited for my 1st appt next Thursday. Do they do an ultrasound during the first visit? I'm wondering if it will be too early for even a heartbeat???

 

[EMC0528]

Joanna your little guy is adorable!!!

Hope you are feeling good. I haven't had any labor signs, but I've been walking lots and feeling like the baby is really low. After DH and I have sex I get braxton hicks, which I had with my first. I went into labor with Dom right after dtd. Maybe If I keep this one will come early too

Shelby, I'm not sure what they do in the US, but here you don't get an ultrasound until 12 weeks. Heart beat can usually be seen between 6-7 weeks.

At my first appt, they had me do a pregnancy test and gave me a rough due date and a bunch of information to go through. I'm in Canada though so it could be totally different.

I'm so excited for you. Will you find out what it is?

Gemma....only a few more weeks of work for us YAYAYA!

 

[gemgem77]

OMG Shelby I am so happy for you, you picked up on your early symptom!!!
Have you had your first appointment yet? Can't wait to hear all about it

Joanna Eli is gorgeous, are you loving being a mummy?

Erica I cannot wait to finish work next week I am sooo uncomfortable now with feet in my ribs all the time lol How you feeling?
xxx

 

[EMC0528]

Gemma, I am tired. I am totally past the cute baby bump and energy back stage. I am HUGE and uncomfortable. I can't wait to be done here. You have any plans for your month off?

 

[workingttc]

Shelby, I had an u/s at my first appointment, so my guess is you will too - I think in the US if they see you early, they do an u/s (otherwise they'd just make you wait until 8-12 weeks and do it then). How far along will you be? In the 5th week, I believe you're likely just to see a yolk and sac, but you might also see a heartbeat (ie don't stress if no heartbeat that early); if you'll be 6 weeks, they should definitely be able to see a heartbeat!! I cannot wait to hear!!

I am really enjoying being a mom. It's definitely been challenging, and I don't think anything can really prepare you, but it's also been amazing. I am so excited to watch him develop more into a little person in the coming weeks and months.

Sorry you girls are so uncomfortable! You're in the home stretch though! I felt like things went really fast up until abut 38 weeks, when they got painfully sllllloooowww...I hope your babies won't be overdue like mine! That really really made time drag!