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

[Mimzy3]

I hope so, other wise it means them getting him out early. I have my next scan in 8 weeks, but whether that will change when my midwife see the results from the scan on don't know.

Why would they get him out early? Wouldn't they want him to 'cook' as long as possible? Are you having the scan again in 8 weeks to check his growth?

 

[littlesteph]

they did with my eldest because he started measuring 3 weeks behind, my waters were low and my placenta had started to fail.
my consultant had already said when I saw him at 16 weeks that there is a high possibility they'll want baby out early, he ordered growth scans for 28, 32, and 36 weeks. depending on how his growth is and what my placenta and waters are like depends on what they'll do. my waters already look low in my scan pics

 

[Mimzy3]

they did with my eldest because he started measuring 3 weeks behind, my waters were low and my placenta had started to fail.
my consultant had already said when I saw him at 16 weeks that there is a high possibility they'll want baby out early, he ordered growth scans for 28, 32, and 36 weeks. depending on how his growth is and what my placenta and waters are like depends on what they'll do. my waters already look low in my scan pics

oh okay. Well I hope your placenta holds up and baby's growth picks up!

 

[littlesteph]

thank you

 

[Mrs_Bump]

Steph, let's hope both our placentas keep going. I'm so scared of having a very premature baby. I was so scared to hear the measurements but luckily so far she is very average as are my waters. I don't have my next scan until 32 weeks, which just seems like such a long time. I guess with whatever I've got they think it's unlikely to show until then. I doubt they'll let me go past 36 weeks.

 

[littlesteph]

I hope so,
my consultant didn't seem very hopeful of me making it to 39 weeks, so we'll see.
they haven't said anything about my waters or baby's growth which is quite surprising, not unless they are waiting till I see my midwife.

 

[Twag]

Hope both of your placenta's & waters hold out ladies

The last 2 days my bump seems to have shrunk a little has this happened to anyone else? Should I be concerned?

 

[Smile181c]

Mine changes shape all the time Twag I wouldn't be too worried. Could just be that babys laying back a bit/changed positions xx

 

[Twag]

Thanks yeah she must have moved my bump does look lower today

 

[littlesteph]

saw my midwife today, showed her the scan picture and the results of the scan. she said that it didn't look like anything to worry about but because I was clearly very worried and having had a previous iugr baby she's put in a refural for a scan, should hear back in a few weeks. she also asked if there was dwarfism in the family, I didn't think there was but hubby's mum told me that there was one on her side.

 

[Trying4BbyBoy]

Thanks ladies. Steph hope baby catches up and cooks longer. How is everyone?

 

[aley28]

Hey everybody!! Finally back from a small vacation and caught up on this thread!

Congrats to the new and bundles!

AFM; not a lot is going on. I'm somehow only a couple days away from 24 weeks, which is crazy, but exciting too! Also I think DH and I are fairly settled on Zoey as a name for her, if she truly is a girl... still drawing blanks on middle names, but we'll find one. I try to think of a new one every night while I'm trying to fall asleep...

I bought a handful of new maternity clothes while we were on vacation - they all fit pretty nicely, which is a relief! I'm not bothering with maternity bottoms this time... just going up a size, as I only wear maxi skirts anyway. I got a 1X plus sized skirt at Target the other day and its AMAZING Definitely roomy enough around the waistband to fit on through

 

[DHBH0930]

Been back home, had a great beach trip, but missed my bed!

Had my 20 week appt and scan, everything they could see with anatomy scan looked good, few things they couldn't see, so will go back in a few weeks. Only saw a NP which made me mad, didn't have to specify that I wanted to see my OB with #1, but this time I haven't seen her since my 1st appt at 7 weeks!!!! And I wanna talk about a VBAC, cuz if she is a no go or won't try super hard for one I want to find another doctor.

My weight gain is out of control still, I'm at about 25 lbs So mad about it, and disgusted with myself. Even though I'm not eating NEARLY as much as first tri, it still keeps adding on! EVERYTHING I eat seems to stick while I'm pregnant. I gained 75 lbs with DD1 and was so hoping that wouldn't happen again, but I'm not at a good start! I lost ALL 75 lbs plus an additional 10 in the year following, but still was hoping I wouldn't do the same thing to myself. I know there is still time to make up for all this weight gain, but I'm not feeling too optimistic since even when watching what and how much I eat I seem to gain at least 2 lbs a week, my metabolism must be shot when I'm pregnant....

 

[aley28]

I'm scared to get on the scale right now, after our vacation. I did pretty well - was active the whole time, drank mostly just water (and coffee), and I tried not to eat like a total cow, so I am probably OK, I'm just hesitant to check!!!

I'm trying so hard to keep my weight gain in check this time because I was so heavy to start with. I'm sorry you're struggling with it, DHBH!

 

[Mimzy3]

DHBH I have also gained more than I was hoping for. I've already gained 15lbs at 22 weeks. I totally understand how you feel frustrated! I've been eating well and going to the gym and still gained 5lbs in one month! Its so hard to stay motivated to continue eating well and excising when you're still so gaining fast But I keep trying to tell myself...first off it makes me feel better, second its healthy (will help with pregnancy and labor), and third lest I will hopefully gain less than I would of.

 

[Amcolecchi]

DH- I gained so much with my son, I have been trying to be good this pregnancy ESPECIALLY because I started 10 pounds heavier than I did with my son. So far I am ok but my goal was to deliver the same weight I did with my son and I only have like 10 pounds left for that-eeek.. I am trying NO junk food and like all fresh fruits and veggies and nothing processed but there are days when you are just tired and want to throw a damn pizza in the oven, you know? lol the next day I just walk more on the treadmill!!

 

[CelticNiamh]

I am also watching weight gain, really want to gain as little as possible I am over weight anyway and could do with out the extra weight and having to lose loads after baby born!

only 1 week left till my 20 week scan excited and so scared, I have even been looking up about DS etc as with being older I am worried about it!

really hoping this baby is nice and healthy

 

[aley28]

Stepped on the scale this morning and it looks like I put on 5 pounds in the past week!! I don't think that's true, but yikes! So I guess I'll be skipping the ice cream tonight... and having water instead.

Niamh - I hope everything goes well with your scan!! Are you finding out the gender?

 

[CelticNiamh]

Stepped on the scale this morning and it looks like I put on 5 pounds in the past week!! I don't think that's true, but yikes! So I guess I'll be skipping the ice cream tonight... and having water instead.

Niamh - I hope everything goes well with your scan!! Are you finding out the gender?

I've put on 7 in 2 weeks

Yes hopefully I will be able to and be told I am thinking boy would be happy with that but would love girl as well I have 1 daughter and all she wants is a sister I feel bad for her as I am sure I am having my 6th boy

 

[Mrs_Bump]

I'm hoping I've put on now. I was -7lbs for the pregnancy when I weighed myself 2 weeks ago.