Lil' October Pumpkins 2013

[Junebugs]

Thanks ladies... I am just asking because I went to the midwife yesterday.. normally the hb starts at about 170 and goes down very quickly.. yesterday it was at 170 and didn't go down... she had me move around and on my left and then it did eventually go down to 155.... has anyone else had this happen?

 

[lady1985]

I wouldn't worry about the HB..at sleep rate it's normal at lower levels but when baby is stimulated, moving or you may have just had something sugary it will go up 170 is quite normal. On my last monitoring my bub keep going crazy at the monitor kicking and punching at it!! His HB was over 160 all the time lol

 

[Girly922]

Saw my MW today. Baby's now 3/5ths engaged and remains in the same perfect position. Still likely to go overdue as it stands though. Baby's HB was between 130-135 today. MW guessed that we're having a boy. Hopefully we won't have to wait too long to find out!!

Went to the BFing cafe after the appt. It was really nice. And OH loved the free cake!! Lol.

 

[broodymrs]

I think dylan has moved and i really don't know how this is possible with him being fully engaged. It now feels like his bum is on the left rather than the right. Can they move once engaged? Been very crampy today so that could have been what caused the cramps if he has somehow managed to swivel.

 

[Girly922]

As far as I understand they can switch sides even once engaged. My MW told me that along your left side is the perfect birthing position as the uterus leans slightly to the right. So by baby lying along the left, it straightens the uterus so its central and in line with the birth canal for once contractions start.

 

[Junebugs]

Yep they can move and the left side is the optimal side for birthing

 

[Jamie_lee_c_]

Hey ladies I haven't been on this forum for AGES! Hope your all well!
How are you all coping with the last few weeks!? I am SO bored. Everything is ready and prepped so I just need my little princess now x

 

[Vanillabean01]

Haven't written for a while.. A long while, but have been following all of you regularly!! Especially in the last few weeks! Congrats to already mamas and I'm With the rest of you patiently (or impatiently) waiting for baby.
My due date was changed way back at the beginning so I am 6 days from due date. Have a docs appt this morning, but I am debating denying a sweep (39w1d) because I have WAY too much happening in the next week to have a baby! Am I the only one that at 39 weeks, isn't ready for baby to come out? It's so easy in there, and I'm not horribly uncomfortable (cept at night)
I could stand to go another week and a half! 4 days passed due would be perfect!!

 

[lady1985]

Is anyone getting or experienced a lot of constant BH's cause im getting them all the time since Monday evening..so all day and night yesterday and today!!! They're not really painfull but quite regular whether sitting,lying walking, showering etc... then inbetween baby is super active... Any advice??

 

[girlnboots]

Nope. Just get comfy and drink lots of water. BH are a good thing from what I keep being told when I whine about them. Maybe they'll turn into real contractions for you soon!

 

[babyluv2012]

oh my goodness, it has been sooo long since I have been on here too. I can't believe how many babies we have!!! How wonderful! Congratulations to all the new mommies!!!

37 weeks today and at my Dr appt last week, cervix still slammed shut and not ripening as of yet, lol. But at least if she were to be born now, her lungs should be good to go.

I have bad low back pain and can't walk or stand for too long. Trying to get sleep is the worst, I just can't get comfortable anymore.

@ Lady, I get alot of BH too, and they have become more consistent the farther along I get. Especially at night.

Hi to all the ladies still waiting for their bundles of joy :wave:

 

[lady1985]

I never even really had any BH till now so its all new for me..drinking lots of water and trying to rest but they still keep coming. Not so bad in the last hour but did get 1that gave me shooting pain to my cervix

 

[Murmers0110]

ripley elaine was born oct 8 at 3:41. Weighing in at 6.9lb and 20 in long. I had a fever that spiked to 105 and she was born with one because of it. We are both good now and should be going home tomorrow.

 

[Vanillabean01]

ripley elaine was born oct 8 at 3:41. Weighing in at 6.9lb and 20 in long. I had a fever that spiked to 105 and she was born with one because of it. We are both good now and should be going home tomorrow.

Congrats!!! Glad you are feeling well now!!

 

[jbell157]

I posted this in the third tri board but thought I'd see what you ladies thought because I swear that no one on this earth understands what its like to be pregnant unless they are...even if they've been pregnant before!

I'm so sick of hearing:

1) "Are you sure you're not having twins?" Seriously??? Really??? So I look that huge? Thanks for making me feel even bigger than I already do!

2) "Any day now!" No shit!

3) "I'm so exhausted!" Really? Because I'm 9 1/2 months pregnant working the same job as you, waking up every 3-4 hours to pee...but I'm so sorry you're tired.

4) "How are you feeling?" Umm, my stomach feels like its going to rip open, I'm so tired, my feet are swollen, I feel like I'm about to start my period, bust out crying, or break something...oh wait I need to go pee again! Plus, 5 minutes ago I told you I felt fine...so yeah I guess I still feel fine.

Anything you're particularly sick of hearing?

BTW congrats again Murmers, she is so beautiful!

 

[girlnboots]

I'm really starting to hate people asking "is she here yet?" Or "the wait is totally worth it. I know it seems forever like forever, but time flies!" Uh, ok. Thanks for reminding me out of the blue that I'm still pregnant. It doesn't bother me if we're mid conversation or something, but I literally got a random text saying something along those lines. Just leave me alone!

I would hate to go overdue more than my 40+2 induction date. I would murder someone for asking if she was here yet.

First of all, I'm not even due yet. She's not on a time crunch. As much as I'd love her out now, she's perfectly fine where she is.

Second of all, the people that ask are definitely not going to be the first to find out, as I'm not putting any news of her arrival on Facebook. I have my profile set up so only 10 close friends and family can see baby updates and pictures. If she WAS here, do you think I'd be screwing around on Facebook posting buzzfeeds and pinning things on Pinterest?

Gaaaah. I'm cranky tonight.

 

[Sbmack]

Ripley is beautiful!

Lady, I've been getting tons of BH lately too. I thought I had some real contractions last night, but they didn't amount to much.

I got checked today...2 cm dialated and 75% effaced. Had some spotting after the check, but then saw what I thought may be a bloody show. Went to dinner with a girlfriend and had strong BH throughout. Home resting now and they've died down. I really hope these are good signs because I'm ready for this girl to make an appearance!!

Jbell, I totally agree with you...so tired of hearing all those comments.

 

[angel2010]

Is anyone getting or experienced a lot of constant BH's cause im getting them all the time since Monday evening..so all day and night yesterday and today!!! They're not really painfull but quite regular whether sitting,lying walking, showering etc... then inbetween baby is super active... Any advice??

I have been having tons since about Sunday or Monday too. I thought it was just because I have been super active making tons of freezer meals. I guess it is normal though.

 

[goddess25]

Congratulations murmers.

 

[lady1985]

Ye i guess they're normal and its the body either practicing or helping the cervix along. I was checked on Tuesday but they didn't note or tell me anything cause they were so concerned that baby is still free. Im wondering if this is what is causing all the BH ...maybe it my uterus trying to get bub back down there possibly.

Murmers she is gorgeous
xx