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[FayA]

Hi Fay!
Yes, I was worried that she was going to be big by the doctors words. But the sono tech said we will be lucky if she reaches 7lbs! I'm not sure if I said that or not already haha. So perfect size if you ask me. I was worried about pushing out a huge baby!
The sono tech did tell me that they usually don't move at this stage, so I hope that your LO has managed to move around and get in birth ready position. Can you tell at all? I feel like the only body part I can tell what it is, is her head. Only because she is so low and it is rock hard. But if it was her butt maybe I would think it was her head?? idk. Im rubbish about telling what body part I am feeling. You appt is next thurs? Tmrw or the following? Mine is next Tuesday then weekly after that. I can't believe we are all so close!!!!!! Eeeek!
Have a great day!

defo a good size! i'd be happy with that too, I suppose that's gonna be a hit or miss thing with me, good that I don't know what weight I'm pushing out, but bad that I would like to know to at least prepare myself or put my mind at ease lol! I'll ask the midwife if she can tell from feeling if she has a rough size, whether baby is feeling average or what? lol I don't think they can tell though.
Sometimes I think I can tell the position, but then last time I thought that the lump sticking out my belly was baby's bum, but turned out to be his head lol! But this lump that I am feeling now does feel slightly softer and longer, as if i'm feeling bum and back if that makes sense? I can't feel a dip where I would think the neck would be if you know what I mean? And I do feel a hardness low down under my bump so I'm hoping he's in a good position! And I wish my app was tomorrow but i'm afraid it's next thurs! so another week to wait grrr! lol but at least by then I can say I only have one more week left at work! yay!! Can't wait for that!

I think my app will be fortnightly after my 34 week one, and only weekly if i'm over due, but we'll see what she says, also i'm wondering if there'll be any protein in my urine still? They didn't call me about the results of the urine they sent away last time, which I'm hoping means that it came back negative. If there was any infection or signs of anything else then they would of contacted me to get something sorted I would have thought.

I'm on my ball a lot more and trying to sway my hips to open my pelvis so fingers crossed baby's head down lol! xxx

 

[AverysMommy]

Hi Fay!
I can't wait to hear if baby has turned into birth right position. I hope he has, it sounds like you are doing everything you can to get him that way. I guess that's all you can do, eh?
I've been feeling really sluggish, no energy at all. I am so ready to give birth and hopefully start feeling more myself again. I know I won't get much sleep getting up nursing every couple of hours, but you know.. I am not sleeping well now anyway, so atleast my sleep will be more comfortable
I hope you are doing great! I can't wait to hear about Ali's scan today. Fingers crossed everything is going how they want it to.

 

[FayA]

Hi Fay!
I can't wait to hear if baby has turned into birth right position. I hope he has, it sounds like you are doing everything you can to get him that way. I guess that's all you can do, eh?
I've been feeling really sluggish, no energy at all. I am so ready to give birth and hopefully start feeling more myself again. I know I won't get much sleep getting up nursing every couple of hours, but you know.. I am not sleeping well now anyway, so atleast my sleep will be more comfortable
I hope you are doing great! I can't wait to hear about Ali's scan today. Fingers crossed everything is going how they want it to.

Yeah I am hoping so too, if worse comes to worst and I have to have a c-section then at least I may get to see baby sooner as I think they like to plan them at 38-39 weeks, but we'll cross that bridge if need be

Sorry that you are feeling sluggish, I know what you mean though, not nice when you feel like that, especially when you have things to do or things you want to do and you can't be bothered lol

I know what you mean about giving birth though, it annoys me when people say 'oh you won't get any rest', 'kiss your sleep goodbye' or 'the real fun starts when baby's here!' It's like yes I know thanks!! When I say I will get a break or feel better when baby's here, I mean I'm looking forward to getting rid of certain things out of my life, like work! and these extra hormones! and feeling frumpy! lol It will probably be replaced with a whole set of new situations, but still! lol Like you said at least the sleep we do have will be a bit more comfortable! lol

Yes can't wait to here from Ali x

I had such a weird dream last night, all this thoughts of wanting another scan and I dreamt that I got one and my baby had teeth! lol God knows what that means! I was thinking how am I going to breastfeed! lol

That's a question for you girls, not sure if we have discussed it? Do you intend on breastfeeding? I'm defo gonna try it at least x

 

[FayA]

oh and just noticed my fruit changed and I am also a honeydew! hehe x

 

[Summer76]

Hi Ladies

Just wanted to update you on what's been going on today. Had a bit of an emotional rollercoaster of a day. Went to the hospital this morning to be monitored again for baby's movements - they weren't very happy with the results for the first one so wanted me to see the consultant and while waiting put me on to be monitored for a second time. Much better movement from the LO (think s/he was probably asleep the first time!) but because of the first lot of results they decided to send me for another scan.

Results showed there's still slow growth but also possible problems with the blood flow through the cord. Very mixed results though as some were absolutely fine (the blood flow in the brain was normal) but others were either too high or too low on the scales. Also showed a distended tummy so they're not sure if there's some kind of blockage but could also be a sign of something like Down's Syndrome. They basically don't really know what's going on so they're sending us to King's hospital in London tomorrow to see a specialist and get more scans/tests done. If they're still not happy then it could mean baby being delivered within the next week (or even the next couple of days depending on the results).

Had complete information overload today and feeling completely drained at the moment as I'm sure you can imagine. Bryan's been absolutely brilliant though at keeping me calm, really don't know what I'd do without him.

I'm not likely to get on here very much over the next few days but will try and keep you updated as and when I can xxx

 

[AverysMommy]

OMG Ali! I will be praying praying praying for great results for you and LO! Please try and update us when you can, I know it will be difficult. Lots and lots of HUGS!!!!!!!!!

 

[FayA]

oh wow yes please keep us updated and we have everything crossed for you that things will be fine, whatever the decision regarding birth!!
Bless you, you must feel so overwhelmed with it all defo sounds like you've had a day of it! sending lots of hugs!!! xxxx

 

[AverysMommy]

Hi Fay! Sorry I didn't respond to your message yesterday...
Yes, I will be breastfeeding. I nursed Avery for 21 months! YIKES! I will hopefully be able to stop after a year with this one.
I hope you have a great day!
Oh and happy fruit changing

 

[FayA]

wow Tara that is a long time breastfeeding, but well done! that's good to know that you gave Avery the best start in life though if you were able to continue breastfeeding I can imagine it will be such a special bond xxx

 

[AverysMommy]

After a year, it was more to put him to sleep.. nap and bedtime was the only time he got it. I'm hoping to give this baby a binki to help with that problem.

 

[FayA]

yes they say that sometimes all a baby wants is to practice their sucking reflex so that may do the trick x

 

[FayA]

Oh my goodness!! I have had a right emotional one on this morning, it was like my whole world was crushed because the house was a right mess! lol! I have just spent 4 hours cleaning the whole thing, top to bottom! and i'm still not finished! jeeeez! Mike thinks i'm crazy he can't see any 'mess' but it's everywhere! I must of gone through a whole bottle of dettol! I am MOST DEFINITELY nesting!! lol! wow! x

 

[Summer76]

Hi Ladies

Feeling pretty numb at the moment. Had more scans done on Friday which showed four possible signs for downs syndrome and they've given us a 50/50 chance of our baby having it. They did an amniocentesis on me (horrible procedure) and took some of the amniotic fluid to send off for testing and we'll get the results on Weds. There is however still the possibility that it's just a small baby with a bowel blockage, at this stage it's very much an unknown.

Whatever the outcome of the results they are likely to want to induce me early and by 37 weeks so trying to get prepared for that at the moment. The baby is also likely to need an operation on the bowel straight away so will be in hospital for the first couple of weeks too, which just breaks my heart to think what the LO is going to have to go through.

Very up and down emotionally and just trying to take in all this new information. Will keep updating you as and when I can xxx

 

[FayA]

Hi Ladies

Feeling pretty numb at the moment. Had more scans done on Friday which showed four possible signs for downs syndrome and they've given us a 50/50 chance of our baby having it. They did an amniocentesis on me (horrible procedure) and took some of the amniotic fluid to send off for testing and we'll get the results on Weds. There is however still the possibility that it's just a small baby with a bowel blockage, at this stage it's very much an unknown.

Whatever the outcome of the results they are likely to want to induce me early and by 37 weeks so trying to get prepared for that at the moment. The baby is also likely to need an operation on the bowel straight away so will be in hospital for the first couple of weeks too, which just breaks my heart to think what the LO is going to have to go through.

Very up and down emotionally and just trying to take in all this new information. Will keep updating you as and when I can xxx

Oh hun!! how emotional for you I can't imagine how you must be feeling at the moment. Everything had changed in a matter of a week or so for you Just remember you have lots of support around you whether it be professionals, family and friends and us lot on here, so you know where we are anytime you need to chat, vent let off steam/worries etc! bless you!

I can understand how you feel about little one having to stay in hospital for the first few weeks I would be the same! It's not nice to wait so long to meet your L/O and then have to wait even longer once they are hear to take them home Everything will be fine though hun! Keep your chin up, you'll get to meet your bundle of joy soon.

Sending lots of hugs!! xxx

 

[AverysMommy]

Oh Ali!!!! I have been thinking about you and my heart hurts for you. Everything will be just as it's suppose to be, and your LO will be just perfect You get to meet him or her in 2 short weeks!!!! I will continue to pray for you and just as Fay said, let us be here for you when you need someone to vent to. I can only imagine what you are going through.
BIG HUGS!!!!!

 

[AverysMommy]

Good morning ladies. Ali, I hope you are doing OK! Thinking of you
Fay, I hope you have a great day! I have my appt today, will update later. It's an evening appt so it might be tomorrow xx

 

[FayA]

Hello! Ok great can't wait for an update
Had a bad morning, kids at work were really testing my patience and I feel like the staff don't give a shit either, they don't seem very considerate or accommodating to the heavily pregnant woman working there!! grrrr oh well only another week and a bit! can't bloody wait! lol Been gorgeous weather here though so sat outside this afternoon reading a book and I felt better lol!
Thinking of you too Ali, good luck for tomorrow when receiving the results of your amnio

Good luck with your app tara xxx

Oh and I forgot to say happy 35 weeks to both of you! although you are nearer to 36 weeks now tara! eeeeeek! lol x

 

[AverysMommy]

Oh you are so close to finishing I bet you CAN NOT wait!!!!! When is your last day? I'm excited for you
I hope you are having a better time now. It really sucks that the staff doesn't seem to care or help out any when you need it. Just remember how close you are to being done with that place! "I think I can, I think I can..." hehe.
Have a great day!!!

 

[FayA]

Oh you are so close to finishing I bet you CAN NOT wait!!!!! When is your last day? I'm excited for you
I hope you are having a better time now. It really sucks that the staff doesn't seem to care or help out any when you need it. Just remember how close you are to being done with that place! "I think I can, I think I can..." hehe.
Have a great day!!!

Last day is next friday!! woo hoo! lol Yeah being pregnant has made me realise how rubbish some of the staff there are and has made me think why should I bother with them as well, like they all say oh keep in touch and come back in with the baby, and I think, if you don't care enough now then i'm not gonna come back and see u! lol My baby deserves better than to be around people that don't really care!
Anyway lol! I'm really tired now, think it was that sun! lol defo getting an early night tonight! lol xx

 

[AverysMommy]

WOW, next friday!!! That's great! I couldn't agree more, if they don't care enough about you now, no way in hell do they get to reep the benefits of holding your sweet bundle of joy. They can go eat worms lol!!!
Enjoy your early night