Knocked Up Naughties

[samzi]

had a scare yday but thankfully all is fine. back in work today.

ive had bump ache on the left hand side most the day though - probably growth pains!!! ready for home now though, had enough for one day

 

[topazicatzbet]

what happened hun?

 

[samzi]

woke up yday morning and went to the loo, sorted myself out and noticed a bit of brown on the loo paper. panicked like crazy and called the labour ward...they told me to put a pad on and to call back in an hour if i had anymore...i didnt so i never called back.

then today ive had this constant bump ache on one side, occasionally with a slight sharp pain but nothing too bad. bit worried though. i thought it was growth pains but i usually get that all over bump, not just on one side

 

[topazicatzbet]

she is probably laid funny hun, i had a day a while ago where i felt really uncomfy and felt loads of presure down there when i bent down or sat down, the next day it was gone, my friend said she used to get that if he was laid funny so it didnt stress me out too much.

as for the old blood, were you and OH christening the new house, could have caused it. lol

 

[samzi]

afraid not. not christened anything in a very long time

 

[Blondie]

Sorry I'm one of the quiet ones at the moment - just a bit sick of being pregnant at the moment

Still hanging on though and it can't be too much longer now

 

[topazicatzbet]

awe hun, not long now you might want to try this to help with the eviction.

Try these points on yourself, and if a contraction begins, stop the pressure. When the contraction stops, apply pressure again. Of course, avoid all of these reflexology points until you are past your due date – at least your 41st week. You certainly don’t want to rush the baby before its time.

Inside Heel. Press this point just inside the heel of each foot. You can’t mistake it when you have found the right spot because it should be quite tender.

Arch of the Foot. This point will also be tender, and it is located in the arch of the foot just in front of your heel. At no time should the pain be very intense, however. Your pressure should be firm, but apply less pressure at first if it hurts too much. You will no doubt find that as the tension releases, you can begin to apply more pressure and release deeper tension. This point is also very effective for dealing with the pain of intense contractions while you’re in the delivery room. Be sure your partner knows this one!

Between the Big and Second Toes. This point is about one finger-width below the space between your big toe and your second toe. Again, when you have found the right spot, it will be tender.

Thumb Point. This point is probably the most effective one for inducing labor. It affects the pituitary gland, which releases oxytocin, the natural hormone in your body which is responsible for uterine contractions. Press firmly on the center of the thumb for at least three minutes. Then, switch to your other thumb.

im planning a reflexology session to help get me going. i had it the month i got my BFP and my reflexologist started her daughter off so worth a try.

 

[tori_cottier]

Oh that it me and blondie run off to book in a reflexology session
I know how you feel hun i've given up hope of it coming before MIL arrives and to top it off MW has booked me in for a sweep the day she arrives grrrrrr watch it bloody work!

Samzi sounds like you've had a right old time of it hunny, put your feet up and chill for a bit, they say you can loose part of your plug and it regrow back so maybe this is it? glad it's settled down now.

Beth hows you hun, how did the christmas shopping go?

 

[topazicatzbet]

managed to get most of it done, just need something for my mum and something for my dad, have no ideas on this one as the poor guy always gets cloths.

my back is killing me though, but is much better now i ve got the hot water bottle on it.

 

[samzi]

i think i might have to take a paracetamol now. really uncomfy still

 

[topazicatzbet]

might be worth ringing your mw tom hun if its not any better.

 

[flowertot]

Blondie and Tori - hang in there girls i'm sure it won't be much longer.

Beth - glad the shopping went well. think i'm going to do mine in one trip to toysRus (we are only buying for the children in the family) i'm going to drag dh with me whether he likes it or not

Samzi - hope you're feeling better hun. you are nearly in third tri now

hi pipkin hope you are getting on ok .

i'm doing great at the moment. not too tired or emotional which is good!

 

[tori_cottier]

Morning ladies,

how are we all today?

 

[samzi]

morning.

im still not good.

got to call labor ward back up soon, im thinking half 10. i called at 8 and told them the situ, i got told to try a cold drink to see if she moves as shes been quiet - didnt work. got told to try a bath to see if that helps the pain - it hasnt.

nightmare. complete nightmare

 

[Blondie]

Hope things are ok Samzi

I'm feeling quite perky today for a change I'm off to visit some newborn babies this afternoon - out of the 6 couples from our NCT group, 2 of them have now had their babies (1 is a set of twins) and we are all meeting up at one of their houses for a cuppa and to meet the babies later - I'm hoping being around newborns might kickstart labour - it will be strange to see 3 newborns all at once (I'm the next one due out of our group).

Right I have to go to tescos to get some food in for the rest of the week and then I've got the midwife at 3.30 before going to meet the NCT group at 5 - busy busy busy

 

[tori_cottier]

morning.

im still not good.

got to call labor ward back up soon, im thinking half 10. i called at 8 and told them the situ, i got told to try a cold drink to see if she moves as shes been quiet - didnt work. got told to try a bath to see if that helps the pain - it hasnt.

nightmare. complete nightmare

How have you got on hun?

 

[topazicatzbet]

well i ve had my 34 week check today, all ok with me bp and urine.
LO heartbeat is fine but he is measureing only 31cm so she is sending me for a growth scan, so have to wait for them to ring me with an appointment.

im not too worried though cos it was nt my usual midwife so i think there are differences in measureing techniques, im sure i ve grown, i feel massive now and i also think his position is affecting the size of my bump, he is laid all to my right side curled up.

on a bright note though i ll get to see him again. and get an idea of how much he is weighing in at at the mo.

 

[tori_cottier]

well i ve had my 34 week check today, all ok with me bp and urine.
LO heartbeat is fine but he is measureing only 31cm so she is sending me for a growth scan, so have to wait for them to ring me with an appointment.

im not too worried though cos it was nt my usual midwife so i think there are differences in measureing techniques, im sure i ve grown, i feel massive now and i also think his position is affecting the size of my bump, he is laid all to my right side curled up.

on a bright note though i ll get to see him again. and get an idea of how much he is weighing in at at the mo.

My new MW told me at 37 weeks i was measuring correct for how fare gone i was but when you looked at the notes it said 34.5 weeks, I asked her about it last week and she said you have to give or take 3cm. Last appointment i measured correctly tho,

so try not to panic hun, it's not the most reliable source. but at least you get to see LO again,

xx

 

[topazicatzbet]

im not worried at all, im sure he is fine, im actually excited i get to see him again as i was a bit jelous most of you have had scans after 28 weeks.

as far as im concerned worse case senario is they will monitor him more closley and possible induce me early if he isnt gaining as much weight as they like but im sure its just the position he is laid in.

yest i was stood in the changing room at mother care trying on bras and i just thought i looked like i had exploded over the past few days so i know he is growing.

 

[Freyasmum]

Lucky you, getting another look Beth!
Seems strange to me how you all have to wait to be told when your scans are. Here the midwife gives you a referral and you just call and make the appointment yourself.
Probably something to do with the NHS, I guess. Ours are done privately, although the cost is generally covered by the government. Although we don't have free healthcare as a general rule, we do for pre-natal care, and also for children under 5.

I'll be back to update after my mw appointment.

Samzi - almost forgot - I hope everything's OK, hun.