Its June!!!!! 20 week scan next month!!! Whos with me?

[kellie_w]

Aww Sarah, today has totally sucked for you. I'm glad you are seeing things a bit more positive now, but I honestly don't get it with these consultants?! I admire you for that you are happy to keep Logan in safe and sound depite the amount of suffering you are going through, not demanding him out like the girl I know. I hope somewhere in the last few weeks of pregnancy you actually meet someone who has something positive to say to you, after your bitch health visitor and crappy consultant did you have your whooping cough vaccine today in the end?

Inoue, our babies are definately similar! I'm terrified of him turning back to back though, it's like he is on his way round. I'm tempted to buy a ball, but with on,y 3 weeks to go it seems a waste of money.

I'm with you all on the wanting baby here. I am done. I hurt so much today, my legs and back tonight are in agony, my arm from the vaccine feels like it my drop off and I can't rid the feeling of needing a wee. I still feel disappointed at baby not being engaged, I know he can go anytime but I guess I'm just now convinced he will be late. Sorry for the self pity, I think I'm just overtired from last night, tomorrow will be. Better day! X

 

[Sarahcake]

Don't apologise for the self pity posts, we all have them really hope that the acheyness wears off and you feel more refreshed tommorrow. Seems that around this time is the common time for ladies just having enough of pregnancy, you can only take so much before you start to give in to feeling crappy not long now, we can do it, we've all made it this far

I'm hoping my next appointment will be more positive. I'm going in there with an attitude readjustment and I won't let myself be walked over. My new plan is to try my hardest to stick it out until my due date induction. If he comes early of his own accord then fab, happy days, if not well ill see how I feel at 38 + 4 when I see him next. I was so mad but I see things in a less tired stroppy light now, and I can see he just wants the best for Logan which I understand.

I didn't have the jab, I'm ashamed to say I got home and did the very adult thing of telling Neil that "I'm not going I don't wanna leave the house today" and rebooked it for Friday morning lol! Yay for hissy fits!!

 

[Scally]

Kellie- how did you sleep with your sore arm?
I wonder if bouncing on the edge of the sofa will have the same effect as the ball? lol. Might be worth a shot! He will engage he is just taking his time!

I am so nervous about today! As soon as I opened my eyes at 6am i started to worry! So thought i might as well get up! Dave isnt the most talkative/patient of people if i wake him up with my worries!

x

 

[kellie_w]

Morning ally! Hurray the day is here! What time is your appointment? Exciting that you hopefully finally shall get some answers! And I'll have a day to aim for too! Good luck, update us ASAP! I was so tired last night, and struggled to get comfy again to actually fall asleep, each time i woke i had been sleeping on the arm it was done in. It doesn't feel as bad today, just a heavy feeling. I feel relieved that's its done though. But I feel so good today after getting a good rest!

Thanks Sarah, I hope you managed to sleep better last night too. I would have done the same with my injection if I had been treated like you had yesterday. I really forgot how hard these last weeks are. I had a huge hissy fit Sunday, I stropped and slammed myself upstairs after I threw a tantrum after tidying up after oh and Luke for the fourth time that day. I can't keep picking things up off the floor!!!!! And Saturday I had a big full on cry over take me out. These hormones are now in full swing! X

 

[Sarahcake]

Ally, really hope all goes well for you today although I'm sure it will, and make sure those notes get changed to say your in for an elective and don't want to labour will be checking back during the day see how you got on!

I did manage to get some sleep thanks Kellie! Think it may have something to do with how I sleep that I end up in pain. I'm usually curled up tight in the fetal position (ironically!) but last night I kinda just...flayed my limbs everywhere and took up the entire bed - which Neil loved I'm sure...and slept better for it and I'm in less pain today I'm so glad it's not just me that has these massive hissy fits! Honestly it was such a childish moment yesterday! Like a proper sulky toddler, "NO I don't wanna *huff*" haha! I'm 25 honest....these hormones are making me a proper crazy lady!!

Today is anesthetist review day, a.k.a - back fat prodding day lol I'm a big girl so I'm expecting that he's gonna tell me I will need the bigger needle. I'm ok with that, so long as he isn't patronising toward me that is lol. The ante natal class this afternoon, the last one of the course! Should probably pay attention to this one seeing as its how to take care of your newborn!

 

[time]

Good luck today ally! Keep us posted on what they say and hopefully a date!

I slept so well lastnight but woke up shattered I don't know what is wrong with me! Back at work today after having yesterday off to rest and I really can't be bothered, I think I will only be able to do a week or 2 more. Term next week though I can't believe it!!

Hope the arm eases up Kellie, I've heard of a few people being poorly after the jab too so hopefully you won't be!!

 

[time]

How much has everyone spent on a cot mattress? I want to buy mine today but have nooooo idea what the difference between them all is so thought it might be easier to go by price??

 

[kellie_w]

Thank you time! Arm is fine now, but since I have got up and moving the pain in my legs is back. Guessing ill just have to deal with it for a few more weeks! It's crazy to think we are all approaching full term isn't it!? I don't know how you are still working, I would def give it up soon, especially if you are starting to feel tired. Cot mattresses are really difficult! We don't have a new one yet, waiting until its needed once the Moses basket is outgrown. There are so many, and some of the prices are insane. Our first one came with the cot package for Luke, but it was foam and didn't last. Spring ones are a lot better, I ended up buying one from eBay from a mamas and papas outlet seller. In the shop it was £130, I brought it for £39. Such a bargain!

Good luck today Sarah, and hurray for sleeping better! Don't worry about Neil, you need the space more if you can sleep better spread out! Do you have a long pillow? Mine has been a lifesaver for making me more comfy most of the time

I'm having a name dilemma again... I'm still not 100% on Oliver, dh says its too late to change my mind but I really really am liking Toby, Zachary and Dylan. Is anyone else having any second thoughts? X

 

[time]

Thanks Kellie! I have a horrible pain sort of behind my belly button today has anyone else had that? Doesn't last long but it's not nice!

Think I'll go for a spring mattress I've seen at boots, we earnt £55 worth of points by buying our sola from there rather than through mamas and papas so wanting to use them!

It really is not too late to change your name at all! I like oliver but also love Dylan and zac is so so cute!! We are pretty set on wren but we're not setting it in stone until we've seen her, we have a list of about 10 names we really like and will go through it once she's here. It would be weird because we've been calling her wren for months but I'd rather change my mind when she's born than after we've registered her and then seriously regret it!

 

[pops23]

Never too late to change.. Until you've done the birth certificate of course!

I like Oliver but also love Zachary, such a beautiful name

For boys I think we're on Flynn or Keiffer still.. Is Keiffer too cool? Or is mr Sutherland making me think that? He he!

Glad you slept better last night Sarah, the SPD physio said that sleeping curled up will make pain worse to spread out it is!

Ally hope things will feel better today for you, as if you wouldn't know if you we're hyperventilating! Look after yourself sweetie xxxx

 

[time]

I do love Zachary! Also love Flynn! We had ted picked out as our boy name it is just so cute!! Keiffer reminds me of a boy from teen mom so I always say it with an American accent I think it ruined it for me haha! Nice unusual name though I like it! Forgot about Keiffer Sutherland!

Agree about the sleeping spread out, I always feel soooo much worse when I've slept all tight and curled up!

 

[time]

Just noticed I only have 29 days to go that is madness!!

 

[ttc_lolly]

We have a couple of names in mind Kellie but I'm not 100% on either. Baby might not even suit either of the names yet, so I'm waiting to meet her and see what she looks like before I make up my mind

time - we have a spring mattress for DD's cot that I got from Mothercare for around £70-£80. The top layer can be zipped off and washed so it's really handy. I'll get the same one again this time I think x

 

[time]

Thanks lauryn I was thinking between 50 and 70 is around what I want to spend so will look what I can get for that!

 

[Scally]

Good afternoon!!!!!!!!

Kellie- Got to love the hormones! I cry over everything, Dave is walking on egg shells! He decided to have a lie in this morning, I got up early as head all over the place, Izzy got up and then he decided to get up an hr and a half later!!! He asked me what wasd wrong and I burst out crying, i so needed to talk to him this morning but sleep was more important for him!
I love the name Oliver, but Zachary and Dylan are lovely too.
We love the name Poppy but have got a few others that we like to, and we'll see what she comes out looking like!

Sarah- Glad you managed to sleep, stuff Neil your comfort is the most important thing!
Hope the anethetist went well and you enjoy your ante natal- please share any tips!

Time- i dont know how you are still managing to work! Woohoo to 29 days! I have looked at mattresses and think i might get it off Kiddicare, but like Kellie i havent bothered yet and will wait until the moses basket is outgrown.

Hey Pops- how are u?

Lauryn- how are you doing?

Right i had my appointment and i am SOOOOOOOOOO relieved! I do apologise if this is a bit long winded!

Bizarrely i am measuring 37 weeks now all of a sudden! When last app i was measuring 2 weeks behind! Got to love the accuracy of fundal height! Blood pressure 130/85- seems to be going up alot for me, but then saying that i was cacking myself!
I had some leu things in my urine- so it looks like they have sent off a sample (this i have read on my notes)
C section date is booked- 12th November- so will be 39+3- cutting it very fine! They did book it for the Friday before but did it wrong so rung me and moved it to the Monday! I am nervous about it being so late but they have said the plan would be if i went into labour if i got to the hospital at 3/4 cm i will have a c section, if i get there at 8 and all seems to be going well with baby position and scar then i will labour (if i want). I told him what that doctor said and he said nobody can tell you what you should do, it is my choice!
He said i could have antibiotics in theatre because of the problems i had last time with my temperature and causing Izzy to stop breathing. He explained what happened last time, and the complications- he said that because it was an emergency and i was 10 cm dilated and she was right down there that caused alot of my problems and obviously hers. He also interestingly said that i have a big pelvis/womb space (maybe due to height?) and he said most babies when they go head down will do chin to chest but because i have so much room this next one could very well get into the same position as Izzy even though its rare.
I love him, he was like a messiah to me! lol. AND i saw the main man! That never happens usually!
I have the pre op the Friday before, and then i am to be at the hospital at 7.45am the Monday morning!
So yay!!!! I am happy!
x

 

[pops23]

That's great news hun, so pleased you finally got some answers and that it's all booked in, eeek a date for your bubba!!

Poppy is a beautiful name, my cat was called Poppy (hope that doesn't put you off) and she passed away in July, thats why pops is my username! I loved it so much I used to wish I had kept it for a baby, hopefully your lovely little girl will look like a Poppy!

xxx

 

[time]

Oh yeah ally I remember you liking poppy, that's on our shortlist its so cute!

Yay for measuring 37 weeks that's a good size only a few days off! However I still have no idea how fundal height is an accurate way of measuring haha!

I also don't think taking your bp when you're in a stressed out situation is very accurate or a true reflection of what it normally is!

Sounds quite good about your company section, glad he agrees it is your choice and hopefully baby will hold in there! I have heard 2nd labour can be VERY quick though once it starts!

Emergency c sections terrify me I think a planned one would be so much more relaxed and when you are prepared I think the chances of something going wrong are so much smaller! Very pleased you had a positive experience ally and hopefully you can relax a little now x

 

[Sarahcake]

Ally, im so frigging pleased it went well for you! Youe consultant sounds fab, very reassuring and great that he actually explained to you what happened with Izzy and why. Not many take the time to properly explain, I hope that was able to fill in some mental blanks you may have had as to why it happened like it did. So happy that you have your date, the 12th is soooo close!!

Hope everyone is alright?

Kellie, its not too late at all to change your mind I love Oliver personally, more than the others youve listed but if its just not clicking for you 100% then change it, you will feel way happier in the long run if you do I cant see Logan being called anything other than Logan now! Felt wierd at first calling him that, but now, its who he is and to me, its perfect.

Anaethetist went well She wasnt patronising at all, just explained that because im big it can be hard to place it and it will take longer for it to work, so she's recommending I have it placed a little earlier than they would normally place it to ensure that its working right by the time I really need it. And also, hurrah!! I may be chunky, but my back apparently isnt so just the normal needle needed for me

Ante natal class was really interesting, was all about baby phychology and how your baby knows who you are by your voice and smell and even how they can emulate you and communicate with you at just a few minutes old. Watched a really interesting dvd called 'The Social Baby' which was actually really nice. Great session to end the course on

 

[kellie_w]

Right, my eviction is planned for November 12th! I'm so pleased for you ally, this guy sounds amazing, how nice for you finally to get a full explanation of what went wrong (that's helped me too, as that explains due to our tallness baby can come head up!) and that you definately can have your c section no matter what, despite what the bitch said. And you have a date, you know exactly when you are going to meet your little lady! I'm so excited! Funny how we both have leucyetes present and measuring 37 weeks! Did they tell you to drink plenty as if you have a infection you can start flushing it through while waiting for results. Do you feel like your bladder is never empty, and if you have a big wee it stings? The hormones are ridiculous aren't they?! I get wound up so much by little things, mostly people on the roads and then spend hours feeling angry!

Sarah, glad your appointment also went well. It's nice people day today! Glad all will be ok for your epidural and its all been explained well to you. Can't believe your antenatal classes are all complete Already! With the name, I felt like that with Luke how you're with Logan. There was never any doubt, Luke was Luke!

Pops, I love kieffer! I have never heard anyone use that name in the uk, I love it as its uncommon, but love Flynn too. Did someone on here like brody a while back? That's another name tht keeps moving to mind.

Aww, it feels like today has been so positive, makes me happy

 

[Scally]

Kellie- they never said anything about what was in my wee- i saw it on my notes and that they have sent a sample off! I will up the water intake, i have found a little difficulty with weeing at the moment, so sounds about right!
I'll make you laugh i attempted to walk to town from the hospital today, got as far as Asda and stopped for food and drink and then got to Wickes before giving in and getting a bus!
It is quite a late c section but on the positive side more chance of you going into labour and us being in together!!!!

x