April ladies ...were having our babies THIS month :)

[hellojello25]

So we're officially going for a growth ultrasound on April 5th as at my 36 week check up, the little guy was measuring around 39 weeks. Not really unexpected as all the men in my family were over 10 pounds when born and my BF was 9.8 lbs. But now they're talking about maybe inducing me if I go to my due date and if he's very large, inducing me at 39 weeks. So we only have to wait a little over a week to find out what the game plan is.

I'm now very worried about going into labor within the next few weeks however, as my uncle died very unexpectedly Sunday afternoon and this past week has been the worst and most stressful of my life. I was debating going into work today but we didn't get back from the funeral last night until 10 and I didn't sleep very well. So I'm taking today off to just recuperate and relax. It's still a little too early for Alex to come out, so I'm trying to take it easy, but it's been very hard. I know he'll most likely be fine if I did go into labor, but I still want what's best for him. Does anyone have any advice to relax and take it easy?

 

[princess2406]

I just need to pay the balance of my pram and collect which we are going to do tomorrow! We went for a bugaboo cameleon this time I'm beyond excited! Other than that everything is done. Bought some nursing bras yesterday from h&m, not the most attractive lol but so comfortable!

Oh we chose the bee3, cannot wait to get!

How did you decide which size nursing bra to get? I like the ones on the h&m site but not sure how to pick the size.

I haven't been properly measured yet so the bras I chose came in small, medium or large. I tried them on and medium fit perfect but ended up going for large as my boobs are huge so there is a little growing room in them for when my milk comes in. I'll get measured properly after x

 

[princess2406]

Hope the sweep helps get things moving Qmama! Fingers crossed for you!

Happy 38 weeks Babyjan

Hope you can get a nap in today, Powell. You must be so deliriously tired .

You sound really organised Natasha!

Agree about the maternity bras being super comfy Princess - it's heavenly compared to the underwire sort.

Good news - my twins finally have an official birthday! They will be delivered on Easter Sunday! Only 1 more day to go! Can't hardly believe it! xx

How exciting! Bet you can't wait to meet them! x

 

[princess2406]

I just need to pay the balance of my pram and collect which we are going to do tomorrow! We went for a bugaboo cameleon this time I'm beyond excited! Other than that everything is done. Bought some nursing bras yesterday from h&m, not the most attractive lol but so comfortable!

Oh we chose the bee3, cannot wait to get!

How did you decide which size nursing bra to get? I like the ones on the h&m site but not sure how to pick the size.

I'm really struggling with the sizing too I bought some 36D from mothercare but they feel tight now so can't even imagine how uncomfortable they'll be once milk come in

I liked the ones I got from h&m as they are more like sports bra style and come in s,m, or l. I was 34d pre - pregnancy and I must be at least 36ee now. They will see me through the first week or so and then I'll get measured properly x

 

[princess2406]

So we're officially going for a growth ultrasound on April 5th as at my 36 week check up, the little guy was measuring around 39 weeks. Not really unexpected as all the men in my family were over 10 pounds when born and my BF was 9.8 lbs. But now they're talking about maybe inducing me if I go to my due date and if he's very large, inducing me at 39 weeks. So we only have to wait a little over a week to find out what the game plan is.

I'm now very worried about going into labor within the next few weeks however, as my uncle died very unexpectedly Sunday afternoon and this past week has been the worst and most stressful of my life. I was debating going into work today but we didn't get back from the funeral last night until 10 and I didn't sleep very well. So I'm taking today off to just recuperate and relax. It's still a little too early for Alex to come out, so I'm trying to take it easy, but it's been very hard. I know he'll most likely be fine if I did go into labor, but I still want what's best for him. Does anyone have any advice to relax and take it easy?

Sorry to hear about your uncle. I like to relax by watching one of my favourite films and just basically having a pyjama day- few and far between with my 4 year old!

 

[babyjan]

I just need to pay the balance of my pram and collect which we are going to do tomorrow! We went for a bugaboo cameleon this time I'm beyond excited! Other than that everything is done. Bought some nursing bras yesterday from h&m, not the most attractive lol but so comfortable!

Oh we chose the bee3, cannot wait to get!

How did you decide which size nursing bra to get? I like the ones on the h&m site but not sure how to pick the size.

I'm really struggling with the sizing too I bought some 36D from mothercare but they feel tight now so can't even imagine how uncomfortable they'll be once milk come in

I liked the ones I got from h&m as they are more like sports bra style and come in s,m, or l. I was 34d pre - pregnancy and I must be at least 36ee now. They will see me through the first week or so and then I'll get measured properly x

I might have a look at those h&m ones! I did get maternity ones from h&m this pregnancy but not the ones your describing. Thanks!

 

[princess2406]

These are the bras babyjan, I went for the grey and pink set

https://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0325027001.html

 

[Christie2011]

I got something like that from Babies R Us. I've been wearing it for a while now. I can't stand my regular bras, so uncomfortable. I think the one I got is too small though, I'll have to jump up a size and get some more.

 

[babyjan]

These are the bras babyjan, I went for the grey and pink set

https://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0325027001.html

Oh they look super comfy!! Gonna have a look in my local h&m

 

[babyjan]

Good news - my twins finally have an official birthday! They will be delivered on Easter Sunday! Only 1 more day to go! Can't hardly believe it! xx

Sooo exciting! I hope all goes well with the delivery X

 

[hal423]

Yay jonesbaby! So exciting to have Easter babies!! Best of luck to you and hope the swelling subsides a bit for you.

Hellojello - so sorry for your loss. I recommend getting a prenatal massage. When I was pregnant with my daughter I was so stressed at work toward the end and I had a big meltdown in my office. I just decided to leave and go get an hour long prenatal massage and I felt soooo good after. Or just go get a mani/pedi or sit outside if it's nice weather with a good book.

All this nursing bra talk is getting me nervous for the breastfeeding pain again. The first few weeks were horrible for me and I got mastitis twice - I hope it's not so painful this time. I noticed some colostrum leaking out after my shower this morning and thought wow, it's gettin real now!

 

[emma4g63]

So excited see pics jones baby xx

 

[SaraVO]

we had our ultrasound this morning. he is really squished in there! and still looks like an alien. But, he is perfectly healthy. they say that he is six and a half pounds. give or take 16 ounces.. So, we just had to laugh at that one. But, we are doing great. I'm ready for him. My husband says as long as he doesn't come this weekend or on April fools day, anybody else concerned about that? He is ready. He has now decided that he wants our vehicles serviced. Anybody else's husband grasping at random things to prepare and plan for? I feel like he is giving himself nervous busy work to stay calm. I'm just letting him do what he wants but he's getting really worked up.

 

[Bekah78]

I've said I'd be happy with baby arriving any day in April but preferably not the first.

Yes hubby is doing all sorts to prepare... His first three things were to stock up the wine cupboard, buy toys and order me a new car. Since ordering the car he's gone into buying stuff like car seat covers, boot liner etc to protect the new car from baby sick. Must be a mans logic to this somewhere.

 

[babyjan]

Just realised I actually do have slight swelling on my feet! Never had that last time, I didn't swell till I gave birth and hours after birth my legs were huge!

 

[Christie2011]

Im really hoping I can convince my OB office to induce at 37 weeks. This swelling is ridiculous and painful. I even had my feet up all day at my desk at work.

 

[xSweetTartx]

The swelling looks so painful! I have swelling but not that bad
-----------------------------
I went shopping today and by the end I could hardly waddle. Really hoping that she doesn't make me wait too long. She's free to arrive any time after the 2nd of April. Seriously, memo to baby- Please be kind to mommy

 

[Misscalais]

I hope no April fools babies. A few of my friends have joked and said they reckon she will be born on the 1st.

 

[Qmama79]

I've heared not many deliver on due date...so I'm pretty safe fr April 1st delivery! Hahaha!

 

[Powell130]

Hope the sweep helps get things moving Qmama! Fingers crossed for you!

Happy 38 weeks Babyjan

Hope you can get a nap in today, Powell. You must be so deliriously tired .

You sound really organised Natasha!

Agree about the maternity bras being super comfy Princess - it's heavenly compared to the underwire sort.

Good news - my twins finally have an official birthday! They will be delivered on Easter Sunday! Only 1 more day to go! Can't hardly believe it! xx

No nap and somehow still awake at 10:30PM. We went by my husbands work after babysitting and my back hurts so bad from being on my feet chasing two toddlers allllll day. Maybe exhaustion will kick in soon and I will fall asleep! I'm so frustrated with not sleeping but strangely used to it. Sigh. I can't wait til this baby is out so I can sleep again!