***(61) 2015 November Sparklers***

[Twag]

I teared up earlier today remembering the 1st moment I met my son and him laying on my chest just looking up at me I cannot wait to experience that again with my daughter (omg feel so weird saying that )

 

[Smile181c]

I had an emcs last time Twag so didn't get to experience that unfortunately! This time though the hospital are really working with me to get a positive (and hopefully natural!) birthing experience. Either way, i just can't wait to meet her!

Which brings me on to a general question...Is anyone doing anything now to prepare for the birth? Like anyone practicing hypobirthing/meditation/yoga etc? I've been listening to relaxation tracks (or one in particular which I find super calming!) and I plan to play that whilst I'm in labour and I've been looking into positive birth affirmations etc but curious as to whether any one else is doing anything similar!

 

[Twag]

Not doing anything yet but later on I will start using my birthing ball and also doing perenium massage (I did this last time and I didn't tear but in the end I was cut )

 

[aley28]

I'm super laid back about labor, really, as my last labor was pain-free ... I know I can't be so lucky as to get that twice, but its caused me to be excited for the experience! I basically did a lot of mindful breathing in my last labor towards the end of it when the contractions started getting uncomfy - and then it all flew out the window when my waters burst and the contractions when from a 3 to a 15 on the pain scale.

I'm completely convinced I'm going to end up with a c-section this time, which is doing my head in. Irrational, as I've had easy births so far, but I just can't get it out of my head??!

Felt the first bit of movement from the outside this morning when I woke up. It wasn't much, it was like the tiniest of hands knocking on my uterus... half convinced I only felt anything because I was still half asleep - i.e. I must have imagined it!? Either way, I'm taking it! She's been quite active this morning, and I'm getting movement all over!

Carseat question!
I have to fit 3 carseats across in a Chevy Silverado pickup, at least in the beginning. Ethan will be upgraded to a booster seat, Parker will stay in the Safety 1st seat he has, and I need to find an infant-safe seat that will fit in the back of the truck too. We plan on upgrading to a Tahoe (or similar) next year, but won't be able to afford it until after the new year.

I was told to look at the Diono Radian -- its a convertible seat that is safe from 5 lbs to 120 lbs. I used a bucket seat for both my boys, but I plan to exclusively baby wear this one (no stroller), so I don't think it'll be an issue? Any thoughts on this? Does anybody else have to fit 3 seats across?

 

[TexMel]

So excited! I may have gone a little crazy, but a local babies r us is closing, so everything is on clearance! My mom and I went yesterday and bought a ton of things, mostly baby boy clothes!!

Since this is my first baby, and these were my first purchases for him, I was a little emotional. It just makes this all so real. I woke up this morning and instantly had to look at the sweet little onesies again. I cannot wait until my baby boy is wearing them and I get to snuggle him and love on him.

Can't wait to get the nursery started and start getting all the baby gear in our house!
So in love already!

 

[Mimzy3]

SMILE
I did A LOT of preparation for my natural drug free birth I had with my son. So this time around I'm not really. I already know what to expect even though every birth is different I've already been there so I know what works for me as far as pain relief. I still do Yoga but not in preparation for birth just for exercise. A must read book if you want to have a natural birth is Ina Mays Guide To Child Birth. I also read Hyponobirthing and many other natural birthing books. I do suggest you educate yourself, the more the better about natural birth, it does help. When you are in the moment you don't know what will work for you but if you read all these different techniques you can remember to try them till you find what works for you. If you want any advice or want to hear about my birth feel free to inbox me!

 

[Mimzy3]

ALEY
I have the Diono Radian RXT but I can't imagine placing a newborn in there. I know it says its safe for as small as 5lbs but I just wouldn't feel comfortable placing an infant in it. You can fit three of these next to each other though. Also the Diono rear facing is very bulky. I still have my son rear facing and we drive an Escalade and it has to be placed in the middle because if its on either side my husband would not be able to sit in front of it because it takes up so much room. Thankfully by the time the baby comes my son with be front facing.

 

[Mrs_Bump]

My birth last time was horrible but holding my son at the end if it was more than worth all of it. Would love to not have an induction this time but I know there's like a 90% chance I will.

 

[aley28]

Mimzy, I was looking at pictures of it rear-facing online and I think its going to be too big for our truck. I suppose I'll have to look into a slender bucket seat of some sort, as I'm sure that all the rear facing convertible seats will be too big, especially with 3 across. This is going to be the hardest puzzle ever I think finding a slender booster seat should be a bit more simple though, so with luck I can make something work!

 

[DHBH0930]

Twag: I'm hoping I get a moment like that this time with a VBAC, I felt so ripped off of the first few moments with DD1 since it was a csection. She was put by my head for barely a minute before being taken away, couldn't even reach to touch her being a hooked up so worried it's gonna end up being another c section

Aley: hope you van find something that works! Carseat are tricky in small spaces. My DD's carseat is HUGE! Barely fit the 1 in my G6 back seat. Now have a Honda Odyssey van and fits much better and have the other bucket seat back there for this baby. DD will be 2 in December, but I'm probably keeping her rear facing past 2, especially since I have the room to do so. Good luck!!!

AFM: most days I have energy now. Some days I just want to sleep still, but it's gotten better. I've been taking advantage of it and getting lots of cleaning, organizing and projects done. I think part is feeling better and part is me realizing CRAP! I have about 4 months to get this stuff done or it will never get done! (Or not at least till this one is older)

 

[littlesteph]

I didn't get to hold my eldest till I was in the recovery room after my emcs and I was lucky to be even doing it then. my hubby held him first but they quickly took him away when he stopped breathing and I had lost a lot of blood and according to hubby they had started to get the blood ready for a transfusion. I was induced in my 36th week with him, so was lucky to bring him home with me 2 days later.

my second was a planned section and I did get to hold him while they stitched me back up, it was a great feeling so much so I cried.

this one is going to be another section, when would depend on how baby grows and whether my placenta keeps working. At the moment they are going to book it for 39 weeks.


we also have to try and fit 3 car seats in our car. shouldn't be a problem as the baby car seat is quite small.

 

[Mrs_Bump]

Eek, so I was lying on the sofa last night and my husband grabbed my feet to turn me round into a sitting position and totally pulled my back. Hate these loose ligaments.. Had my heart and lung check at the gp and got my matb1. He claimed to not know what either of them were for and I had to explain it to him. He just listened to my chest and took my pulse, which said was fast, at 90. So my question is, for the uk ladies, is that what he was supposed to do? Also little lady is so wiggly now, loving it.

 

[Sunny27]

We have our crib and bedding. I can't wait to get it set up. I'm such a planner baby's room will probably be complete before September.

 

[Amcolecchi]

Question! This is my second pregnancy and I am carrying a lot lower and I am 19 weeks almost 20, I am having a lot of pelvic pain. Not sure if it's just from overworking myself or carrying my 15 month old or what. Just wondering if you ladies have had this pain at 20 weeks? In other news I find out the sex MONDAY!! Can't wait lol! lol

 

[aley28]

Amcolecchi, I've had pelvic pain since 8 weeks this time around. Strongly suggest you ask for a referral to a physical therapist at your next appointment! I started going to one on Monday and its made a big difference! She's able to explain where my pain is originating (in my back, for me! Who knew?) and is giving me simple exercises that help pull everything back to where it should be. My pelvic pain is from the bump pulling on my spine, and that's sending referred pain down to my pelvis. I wouldn't believe her, except that the back exercises she has me doing make my pelvis instantly feel better

If a physical therapist can't help you, I'd try a chiropractor next

Yay for finding out the sex!!

AFM;
I'm starting to feel like I'm going to run out of time to prepare for this baby!! I wasn't overly annoyed at first about the whole secretive foot-in-the-way thing, but now I just want to know what we're having so that I can at least start buying clothes??

Today I did at least manage to pick out 2 potential bunk beds for my sons (who will be sharing a room now, and its a small room, so we have to stack beds!) ... that are both what I am looking for AND in my preferred price range. So when DH gets home from his fishing trip, I'll get him to help me decide. From there, I need to paint the bigger bedroom, and shampoo the carpets. We'll have to purchase a second twin sized mattress, and come up with some sort of solution for clothing storage, as they'll have to share a dresser. I need to empty out that closet too. I would really like for them to be happily sharing a bedroom by the time school starts back up at the end of August.

Once I get Parker into Ethan's room, I can at least pick up some of the bigger baby gear that we need, that I currently don't have anywhere to store! My sister is giving me her swing and her bouncer seat, plus my mom is storing a bassinet for me. So I can pick those things up and get them to my house and wash them. Then it'll just be a waiting game to get the sex confirmed!

I'm trying to convince myself that its not THAT much to do, but its sort of a lot of work to do.

...at least I have a diaper bag. That's one thing checked off my list

 

[Amcolecchi]

Aley-Thank you!! I have my appt. Monday I am going to tell my midwife too and look up PT's!!! This stinks!!

I love how you feel like there is so much to do little and such little time because I feel the EXACT same way!!! Good luck with everything!!

 

[littlesteph]

Eek, so I was lying on the sofa last night and my husband grabbed my feet to turn me round into a sitting position and totally pulled my back. Hate these loose ligaments.. Had my heart and lung check at the gp and got my matb1. He claimed to not know what either of them were for and I had to explain it to him. He just listened to my chest and took my pulse, which said was fast, at 90. So my question is, for the uk ladies, is that what he was supposed to do? Also little lady is so wiggly now, loving it.

maybe if you had a chest infection or recently had one, not heard or had that myself, pulse yea they tend to do that when checking BP anyway. 90 isn't too bad it's a little fast but not really anything concerning.

 

[littlesteph]

not felt baby as much the last 2 days, thinking baby might have moved back rather then being right at the front. love feeling her/him move can't wait till my scan.

 

[Mrs_Bump]

Actually I looked it up. Normal is 60-90 if not pregnant but during pregnancy it will increase by 10-20 from where it normally is, making 90 pretty normal for a pregnant lady. Honestly the gp was useless. The heart and lung check is now a standard check here and both my midwife and consultant told me I had to book it. He also refused to write in my notes as those were 'just for midwives' so I now don't have a record to show the consultant I went.

 

[littlesteph]

that's strange, when a doctor saw me he wrote in my notes. but I only saw him because u had gone there to see my midwife for an appointment and she didn't make it in due to snow but my doctor was there and didn't have any patients to see so saw me. that's going back 2 3 years though