***January Jellybeans***~ 35 BABY GIRLS & 23 BABY BOYS BORN ~***

[naomicourt]

Raspberry leaf tea - I researched (my forte) -now the internet says 1 cup a day from 34 weeks and then 2 cups from 36 weeks moving up to 4 cups max a day by 40 weeks. My midwife says that a lot of the packaging says from 31 weeks but that they would say that because they want to sell the tea. She also said that she was part of a group doing investigations into varying aspects of preparing for labour (a lot of them are around here - there's about 3 teaching hospitals in the area) and they decided to recommend from 36 weeks because it tightens the uterus and could have the side-effect for some individuals of bringing on labour and then you end up with premature babies. She said this was precautionary advice as the chances are slim that RLT alone can bring on labour.

However, it IS supposed to help make labour quicker and more efficient. I'm all in favour of that!

Think I will wait a couple of weeks then, I don't want bubs to be premature!

xx

 

[Faff&Fidget]

Hello you bootiful Jellybeans!

I didn't know about RLT.. thanks Lovealittle1 and LittleMrs.. i've made a note of that!

@ Naomi and Hodbert.. 20 days til full term.. woweee!!

Ooooh, did someone mention a birthing ball? I was looking at them.. but not sure how helpful they are. I might just get myself a space hopper as they are cheaper and can be used again after baby is here too.. I can just imagine the midwife, with me arriving at the hospital with a space hopper shaped like a horse..

I'm sitting here balancing cheese twist snacks on my bump and waiting for LO to wriggle them off.. heeeeheee..

Is anyone finding it difficult to eat? I don't mean due to our stomachs being squished by the tiddly ones, I mean due to the fact that its hard to get close to the table!! Every day I spill something down me. Every day. Its terrible! OH suggested I bought myself a bib..

My OH is being pretty understanding and accepting of all my niggles though. He lovingly calls me 'octogenarian leg', due to the fact that I have one ankle that seems to swell up alot..

x x

 

[sar35]

another bleed from me, but this time from my bottom!, dont think its piles as i cant feel anything, would it hurt if i did have them? was quite a bit of blood and if it was from the front I would be in an ambulance right now!! It was after a number 2 sorry TMI

 

[LittleMrs]

Hello you bootiful Jellybeans!

I didn't know about RLT.. thanks Lovealittle1 and LittleMrs.. i've made a note of that!

@ Naomi and Hodbert.. 20 days til full term.. woweee!!

Ooooh, did someone mention a birthing ball? I was looking at them.. but not sure how helpful they are. I might just get myself a space hopper as they are cheaper and can be used again after baby is here too.. I can just imagine the midwife, with me arriving at the hospital with a space hopper shaped like a horse..

I'm sitting here balancing cheese twist snacks on my bump and waiting for LO to wriggle them off.. heeeeheee..

Is anyone finding it difficult to eat? I don't mean due to our stomachs being squished by the tiddly ones, I mean due to the fact that its hard to get close to the table!! Every day I spill something down me. Every day. Its terrible! OH suggested I bought myself a bib..

My OH is being pretty understanding and accepting of all my niggles though. He lovingly calls me 'octogenarian leg', due to the fact that I have one ankle that seems to swell up alot..

x x

Firstly I laughed so hard that I had to read the whole thing out to OH.

I also am finding it difficult to eat but because we mostly eat in the front room and I'm a bit cramped. Thinking of moving to the dining room table - it'll be a good habit for when LO is born anyway.

I got a birth ball from tescos for a fiver - cheaper than any space hopper (though less fun) and apparently you can use it for exercising after the birth (mostly because I cut costs by buying an exercise ball). There are very simple exercises to do on it which are also supposed to strengthen your uterine muscles and your stomach muscles - again, makes labour quicker and easier (apparently - I'm like tescos, every little helps). The exercises are: sit on the ball (core stability), bouncing on the ball, rolling hips in a circle. That's all I've found so far.

 

[Disneydancr]

Don't want to read and run, but I don't know what to write. My brain is overly exhausted.

I can't believe some of us are so close to full term- I'm not ready at all! We have nothing for the baby yet, and nobody's told me they want to plan a shower for us either. We're not living where we want to bring LO home to, and I don't even have a car to bring her home in. It's just such a scary thought!

Sympathies for everyone having OH problems. I think all of our hormones are definitely acting up. My main problem with OH right now is his SNORING!!!! honestly, I felt like smacking him last night just to get him to wake up so that I could finally fall asleep. (we live in a studio, so there was nowhere I could run and escape to find peace). I was the good girl, though and let him sleep.

I'm just so exhausted! I don't end up falling asleep until past midnight, and luckily I don't have to run to the restroom every hour, but typically right at 3 am I wake up to answer that call. For some reason, LO thinks that since I got up, it's time for her to wake up too! Then she hears Daddy's snores and wants to play with him, so she starts kicking me!

The thing about her kicks recently, however, is that they're not kicks at all. I swear she's trying to etch a circular pattern in my side. If I lie on my left side, I can watch her feet create a miniature bump in my skin and go around in large circles- and sometimes when she gets to my ribs, she'll push extra hard as though trying to move them out of the way. Anyone else getting this? It might be because there's no fat there to shield the power of her legs, but it's right painful! It used to just tickle, but now it nearly puts me in tears.

I don't know... I know I'm probably not making much sense and I'm going in circles, but I feel like I'm going insane from lack of sleep! Does anyone know how to get the LO to quiet down? or does anyone have a good remedy for sleeplessness? I think I'm averaging about 4 hours sleep per day. NOT good on my emotions either, as anything these days sets me off crying... I think I've broken into tears at least 4 times today and it's only 1pm!

Ok enough ranting.... I'm going to try to take a nap now.

 

[LittleMrs]

Sar - def sounds like piles. They're just varicose veins in your bum - they would probably itch more than hurt (I had something similar when I was younger, never hurt but itched like hell) they're very common especially due to pregnancy constipation and they can bleed. I'd still prob contact someone on the ward just to check (make sure you say from your bum) just for piece of mind.

 

[Disneydancr]

another bleed from me, but this time from my bottom!, dont think its piles as i cant feel anything, would it hurt if i did have them? was quite a bit of blood and if it was from the front I would be in an ambulance right now!! It was after a number 2 sorry TMI

Sounds like hemorrhoids. I had them before the pregnancy, but they've gotten even worse these past few weeks.

 

[millward329]

Hmm sounds a bit like piles Sar....you're not having much luck with blood are you? Good job you're not squeamish.
I hadn't known what RLT was for either but may give it a whirl at some point.
Someone was asking about antenatal classes, I had my first one today and was full of useful safety tips. Things I hadn't thought of like moving your mobile phone charger out of reach as even though it is turned off can electrocute if they put the end in their mouths. Also no hot drinks around the baby even if they are asleep on your knee because their skin is 15 times thinner than ours. I'd definately recommend checking out the local children's centres for all you English ladies, they have so much to offer.
Hormones all over the place today but feeling happy now as have just put up the cot I got hardly used for £40. Felt the need to put a blanket and teddy in there even though no mattress yet! Looking lovely with the new carpet : )

 

[millward329]

Have you tried Breathe Right Nasal Strips and earplugs Disney, works fairly well

 

[mommyB]

Can I be added to the January due dates? I am due January 6th, with a boy Thanks so much.

 

[sar35]

thanks, im not itchy nor can i feel anything, is that ok if it is piles

 

[Disneydancr]

Have you tried Breathe Right Nasal Strips and earplugs Disney, works fairly well

He doesn't like anything on his face when he sleeps. I'm thinking of maybe investing in a neti pot so he can clear out his sinuses before bed... maybe that might help?

 

[millward329]

They are just like plasters....he might tolerate them perhaps?

 

[Disneydancr]

he said he's tried them, but finds it hard to sleep. I feel bad even asking him to do anything, since he's working so hard to make money to help get us ready for the baby. I can call out from work and try to nap, where he doesn't have that luxury.

 

[jms895]

LO was kicking/jumping at regular 3 second intervals for about 5 mins earlier - is this the hiccups I've been waiting for?

Smiffy - what can you tell us about antenatal classes?

Sounds like hiccups. It feels really weird doesn't it! My baby gets hiccups almost every day!!

Just realised I have got 20 days until baby is full term!!!!

WOW 20 days

LO was kicking/jumping at regular 3 second intervals for about 5 mins earlier - is this the hiccups I've been waiting for?

Smiffy - what can you tell us about antenatal classes?

Sounds like hiccups. It feels really weird doesn't it! My baby gets hiccups almost every day!!

Just realised I have got 20 days until baby is full term!!!!

wow... too scary! how are u feeling Naomi?

Sooooo tired!! Haven't been sleeping well for days now. Just can't get comfortable and then when I do I need a wee! lol

I'm suffering with quite a bit of back ache now as well.

How about you? Any more bleeding? Hopefully no more hospital appointments.



Do you think it's ok to start drinking raspbery leaf tea now I am 34 weeks??

No I did it from 34 weeks with Caine. It doesnt bring on contractions it strengthens and tones the uterus I upped to 2 or 3 cups a day at 36 weeks and its actually really nice xx

Can I be added to the January due dates? I am due January 6th, with a boy Thanks so much.

Yay welcome, due the same day as me! xx

he said he's tried them, but finds it hard to sleep. I feel bad even asking him to do anything, since he's working so hard to make money to help get us ready for the baby. I can call out from work and try to nap, where he doesn't have that luxury.

Aww your so considerate hun xx

 

[abstersmum]

Sar bleeding from your bottom can happen if you have been constipated

 

[sar35]

Sar bleeding from your bottom can happen if you have been constipated

havent been constipated lately but ive been reading about piles and posted in 3rd tri and apparently it can be the only symptom, ive def had enough of this now! if its not one thing its another!

 

[jms895]

Yep I think its called a fissure, slight tear from straining? Or could be a pile xx

 

[Reds05]

Evening ladies, apologies if I am gatecrashing your thread but don't think I have joined the January Jellybeans yet.

I'm 33 (34 next month) due Jan 20th with my second (already got a DS who will be 7 on Friday). Staying on as our board will not tell you the gender at your 20wk scan and don't think DH would splash the cash on a private scan.

Would it be ok if I joined you all??

 

[sar35]

Evening ladies, apologies if I am gatecrashing your thread but don't think I have joined the January Jellybeans yet.

I'm 33 (34 next month) due Jan 20th with my second (already got a DS who will be 7 on Friday). Staying on as our board will not tell you the gender at your 20wk scan and don't think DH would splash the cash on a private scan.

Would it be ok if I joined you all??

hi and welcome x