Beach Bumps - July Rainbows

[flapjack10]

Oh Dolly - take care hun

A1983 - this all sounds good and don't worry - you didn't do anything wrong. They haven't stopped because of anything you've done.
I agree with Merri bounce a bit and rest a bit. Call the MWs if you want some advice. That's what they are there for.

Merri - does sound like baby is trying to get in a better position. Hope it's not long for you now!

xxx

 

[A1983]

Tried to sleep but couldn't, plus baby moving so much which hurts really low down. So worried im going to be too tired/up all tonight and still be in early labour tomorrow on no sleep. Contractions seem to be starting up again

 

[merristems]

If you cant sleep try some relaxation? Lye on left side with pillow between lehgs and breath and release tension, if not too uncomfy. Hugs xxx

 

[Dollybird]

Thanks ladies. I promise ill take it easier! lol.
A1983, I know u keen to get labour going again but do please rest. U will need energy for labour (remember it can take days) and tiredness in itself can stop/slow contractions. If your labour is really gonna get going then sleep shouldn't stop it or hinder it. So bounce away of course but do rest when u can. sounds like thing are progressing for u so try not to worry... You're well on your way! I'm excited for u!
Afm had a other rough night with the wee man. He just didn't wanna go into his Moses at all, just wanting cuddles and crying as soon as he's laid down. Nightmare! I'm so tired. Thought he had colic at first which I think perhaps he did but last night im pretty sure he was just crying cause he knew we'd pick him up! Wee monkey. Anyone else having the prob?.. Or can give me any advice? I need sleep! Lol xxx

 

[Dollybird]

Oh and I found the bath a saviour when I was in labour. Really helped me relax and helpe the pain. I stayed in it for 2-3hrs. Midwife says it most effective if u have it nice and deep and make sure th water submerges your bump xxx

 

[A1983]

I've just got out of bath-it was lovely! Contractions really reduced. I find they increase if I move about, turn, or baby moves so I don't know if they are 'real' or brought on by movement. Flippin painful though. Dolly I hear you-I really want to sleep but just can't, either cos im just lying awake or I get a contraction. I'm on left side with pillow Merri

Hope you get some tips for your little one Dolly-and ill be taking note too!

 

[A1983]

Dolly-have you tried talking to him as you put him down and keep talking whilst stroking his belly in moses basket and staying like that for a while? Probably an obvious one so apologies! And distraction such as light shows or ewan the sheep womb noise toy?!

 

[merristems]

Doh just back from midwife and baby is back to back! Great! Lots of ball action for me and away to look at spinning babies website!! Fx skippy turns dont know if gas and air will cut it other wise

 

[Dollybird]

I have a Ewan my sis bought me! It works for a bit but not always. Have tried lots of things, rubbing his tum, talking to him, holding his wee hands (btw I discovered this soothes him almost instantly a lot of the time), but it never lasts long. He is sleeping in his bouncy chair thing just now- I think cause its snuggly and maybe makes him feel like he's being held. He's been sleeping for 4hrs!! Maybe just exhausted after last night! Lol.
Merri don't worry too much about the back to back- he was back to back too and it was sore but the gas and air made it bearable. An bubs will prob turn for u, the midwife says the contractions can help them turn.Xxx

 

[Dollybird]

Oh and she also said being upright will help them turn or lying on left side xxx

 

[Dollybird]

Oh and a1983 I found my contractions stronger when walking about. Midwife encouraged it before I had to be hooked up to monitors. Xxx

 

[A1983]

Have you tried swaddling him?

Yeah I can't lie down anymore I had 3 terribly painful contractions they've made me moo and cry. Lying down seems to be the worst thing-I tried. My sister thinks it's time to try and see if things will move along as been 24 hours now so suggested straddling a chair and walking about. Mucous plug coming away in bits. Timings are still hard as i can go 12 minutes without anything more than a little tightening at times

 

[Dollybird]

Ooh sounds very positive! You'll be on your way before u know it! How exciting!
Yeh he likes being swaddled and the first week home tht worked well. I'm actually wondering if maybe he felt a bit cold last night.. It was a lot cooler than it has been maybe I never cosied him in enough.. Perhaps he could've done with another blanket or a cardie.. I was cold last night for the first time in ages... Xxx

 

[merristems]

Your sister might be right, opening up pelvis by walking squatting, grinding on ball, hand and knees might be the answer now to get them to get closer, try and enjoy it honeybee xxxxx

 

[mackjess]

Sorry to be MIA, I usually read on my phone while I'm BF, but haven't been on a PC to post. I have trouble doing that one handed from my phone. Sounds like A will be having her baby soon!

Here are some updated pics of the Finn man. I'm still healing from the CSection for sure. Got a UTI, fun! And I get a burning pain sometimes if I move the wrong way and that makes position for breastfeeding difficult at times. It's not bad pain and short lived, guess it's just part of my nerves that were cut in surgery healing. I'll be glad to be back to 100%


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[merristems]

He is very cute MJ love the scrunched up face in the one with your dog sorry to hear you got a uti yuk! Hope it clears up quick drink lots of fluids and flush it out xx

Afm nothing much happening here but 13day left! Been on ball religiously to try and get skippy to twist around to anterior had alot of wriggling last night but still feels back to back. Its all about posture and opening hips apparently, I find it exhausting sitting on ball all day of being on hands and knees but if it works!
HOPE EVERYONE IS OK
A1 I hope little man showed up for you xxx

 

[A1983]

My little GIRL has been born!!! She is absolutely gorgeous and we're so happy. However I've had a really hard slog of it all-will update when better x

 

[merristems]

A Girl!! And I was convinced you were having a boy! Do you have a name?
CONGRATULATIONS,! Well done mummy, enjoy your precious little angel xxxxx

Just me and skippy left! ! 13days not that im counting!

 

[mackjess]

Ugh, the postpartum blues have hit me this week. Thinking it is lack of sleep. I was looking forward to an OB appt this afternoon to discuss with her, but they had to reschedule me tomorrow because she is in a delivery.

 

[Dollybird]

Congrats a1983!!! Can't wait to hear all about it. And see some lovely pics of course!!
Merri keep bouncing! I'm sure baby will turn for u in time!
Jess lovely pics! I've been feeling a bit emotional/low too but just putting it down to lack if sleep combined with hormones.. Well I'm hoping its just that. Find myself crying a lot for no real reason. Just been trying to get out and about to try combat it and It defo helps. Hope u feel better soon.
Hope everyone else is well! Xxx