March 2013 babies - we all have our beautiful babies :)

[katyblot]

Hope everyone whose been having a rough time lately, is doing better?

Well my dd is now over the chicken pox thank goodness, luckily it didn't bother her too much. Only really had 2 sleepless nights, tried to think of them as preparation for baby coming, and night time feeds, forgot how much I dislike them!

Hav now got a horrible cough myself, hope it goes quite quickly.
As I'll b 37 weeks tmrw! (Had edd date changed by 2 days at my 12 week scan and haven't changed my ticker!) But that cud also mean another 5 weeks of being preg, if this one is anything like my daughter!

 

[sharnw]

Anna sorry about your MW woke up on the wrong side of the bed


Paula hope your little bouncy baby, flips back around

Super cute coming home outsfits ladies

baby_maybe GL with your consultant tomorrow x

katyblot hope your cough goes away soon

AFM My MW appoint went well yesterday, she said I can start drinking raspberry leaf tea.
Also advised to start leaning forward and rock side to side when ever I get the chance because LO is comfortable in my back and she needs to come to the front hhmmm lol.

 

[baby_maybe]

I started on the raspberry leaf (capsules rather than actual tea though) after I had my stitch removed last week. I'm not sure it starts labour, but it does help to tone your uterus muscles and I'm convinced that the reason my last two labours have been short is because I've gotten the raspberry leaf in for a few weeks before hand

 

[sharnw]

Ooohh I hope it helps then

 

[MrsChezek]

Wow! The thread's been active the last 24 hours

anna - I can't imagine going to my appointments with a toddler! I didn't even think of that…must be hard to focus but you're right, it's something to look back on and laugh And I LOVE William's coming home outfit!

lou - yeah my hospital is baby friendly certified as well, one of the VERY few in the US…so I feel lucky in that sense as I really want to breastfeed and that's rare in this country. So I'm glad I won't be having formula pushed on me!

paula - yeah I was feeling behind schedule but once I was put on bed rest cause of signs of preterm labor it got my toosh in gear! I feel much better at least having a list of what I need and some of it on hand already. Oh no! Just read about ur little monkey flipping I'm sorry sweetie…but if he just turned, there is hope that he'll flip back! Check out spinningbabies.com for some options! (as Mrs AJ suggested)

mrs AJ - super cute outfit! Love the little bows on the pockets

Katyblot - glad your dd has made through the chicken pox. I hope your cough doesn't turn into anything!

sharn - yay for a good midwife appt! I had started raspberry leaf tea at 34 weeks but then stopped it last monday when I was told I was having too many contractions - I'm sure it has nothing to do with them but I figured I should be overly cautious and stop everything…I plan to restart on thursday when I'm full term again. I want a strong uterus too! Especially after baby_maybe's thumbs up


Soooo I'm still doing ok. Still having irregular contractions (perhaps they're a little stronger today) and lots of discomfort in my cervix. I get those sharp needle pains so I guess it's effacing or dilating or ripening or whatever. I've had the sharp shooting nerve pain each day from about 8/9pm until midnight or so but it's a bit off and on today…had them earlier in the day but this evening it's been quiet so far My best friend went into labor at 1am this morning so she's close to 21 hours at this point. Haven't heard from her since 9am this morning so I hope all is well. She's doing a VBAC and I've got everything crossed for her as I know she really wants to deliver vaginally this time. Can't wait to hear how it all goes for her! I'll try to photograph and share my coming home outfit tomorrow...

 

[Lou1234]

MrsChezek that is really interesting about breastfeeding being rare where you are.

Sorry for TMI but I had a reduction about 12 years ago and that means there is a very high chance I can't breast feed. Breast feeding is really pushed here and although my head is in an ok place about me probably not being able to my husband is struggling. It gets his back up when we go to classes and they are so negative about forumla feeding. He is worried I'm going to feel awful if I can't breast feed.

I had my 38 week midwife appointment yesterday. No blood taken (yay!) and my blood pressure has gone back up to a normal level which is good. She thinks baby is back to back though. But then she said his/her bottom was at the front so I'm not sure how that works! Maybe baby is more sideways then completely back to back. Next appointment in two weeks.

My last day at work was originally Friday but I think I'm going to make it tomorrow and enjoy just being at home on Friday!

 

[paula181]

I have just got back from the hospital and lo and behold the baby is head down. Why do midwife's put us through this kind of worry!!
It was lovely seeing him though, and seeing him breathing etc. He is measuring big
I do have to be monitored though as my blood pressure has gone/going up, so its weekly visits for me from now on!

Hope you are all well!!

xx

 

[paula181]

Oh and I am 'FULL TERM' today!!

xx

 

[rose.]

Great news Paula, glad he's the right way up after all

 

[anna1986]

thats great news paula

 

[MrsChezek]

Lou - yeah in the US only a handful of women breastfeed past 3 months and only 75% try it at all! Most hospitals don't support it…they're not against it but they don't teach the moms anything or encourage them to do so. It's sad really

paula - that is GREAT news! I'm glad your midwife is crap and was wrong Congrats on full term!


My best friend gave birth last night to a 7lb little girl via VBAC…so proud of her! At the same time I'm thinking "bi!c#" I want a little baby and be done already too!!! I have a feeling mine won't be any smaller than 8lbs but we'll see…anyway, just kidding of course…I'm super happy for her and love her tons.

 

[Mrs. AJ]

Paula, so glad baby is head down!

Congrats to all the full term ladies - one more week for me!

I had no idea breastfeeding was so uncommon in the US. My hospital has lactation consultants on hand 24/7 and everyone was very supportive. it seems like thats a growing trend, but maybe im wrong? I do think providing moms with as much knowlege and support for breastfeeding is very important. At the same time, Im not going to judge anyone who is unable to
or chooses not to breastfeed, it is a very personal choices- there are lots of reason a family may decide against it, and I feel like it's none of my business.

 

[MrsChezek]

Paula, so glad baby is head down!

Congrats to all the full term ladies - one more week for me!

I had no idea breastfeeding was so uncommon in the US. My hospital has lactation consultants on hand 24/7 and everyone was very supportive. it seems like thats a growing trend, but maybe im wrong? I do think providing moms with as much knowlege and support for breastfeeding is very important. At the same time, Im not going to judge anyone who is unable to
or chooses not to breastfeed, it is a very personal choices- there are lots of reason a family may decide against it, and I feel like it's none of my business.

I totally agree! I think it is a very personal decision as well and am in no way judging anyone about their decision. What I am judgmental about is hospitals that don't support it! I think they should stay unbiased and support women with whatever decision they go with. I'm lucky cause my hospital is supportive as well but that is not the norm in the US. However, you are correct in that it is a growing trend to be more supportive of breastfeeding and to have lactation consultants on staff, etc. On the other hand, I also disagree with pushing breastfeeding onto women who aren't interested or making women who can't do it for whatever reason feel guilty about it. That's wrong too. The hospital should inform and educate but let the women make their own choices without judgement. One day maybe...

 

[Mrs. AJ]

Exactly! There is just so much judgment and guilt out there, and really the last thing moms need is more guilt! I think education and support are key, but guilt trupping moms who are unable or make the personal choice not to breastfeed gets us nowhere....ok, off my soapbox now!

 

[Kte]

Hi ladies, sorry if I end up repeating what has been said, I'm reading and writing as I go along! Busses have taken forever to get us home, wasn't in until 7pm last night, it was eat and sleep and my work PC seems to kick me out of B&B at the mo

MrsChezek: Good idea to ask for limited cervix checks, don't see why they need to do so many! Nipple cream is a good idea to have just in case, and pads for the leaky times I wouldn't take diaper cream, although I'm not sure how they do it over there but in the UK they like you to bath baby before you leave (well in some hospitals) and they just want you to use water and cotton wool buds. I don't think there is a need to have diaper cream so early, Ive not heard anyone use it so early but I could be wrong Yes to Stelly's suggestion of a pillow if you can - those hospital beds can be so uncomfy! It's 'funny' over there that FF is forced on you more whereas BF (I personally feel) can be forced on you over here - shame there is no happy medium! (what you and Mrs AJ said in a nutshell!)

My hospital won't provide much either, we will have to take everything. We get free food! I have not even started to pack, every time I start to think about I end up putting it off. Really need to get on with it now!! Althouh I'm thinking about possibly what I can have instead of a nightie as I hate them as it is, I had a tankini last time as I was in the birthing pool. I know at the time I just won't care what I am wearing and they cover up your modesty if need be (I had to walk down a corridoor to a delivery room from pool room) BUT I just have the things. Need to go shopping, don't have the time! Argh!

Anna: Hope the assessment went well for your daughter Oh dear, typical toddler I guess always running you ragged just when you need it the least! Chloe normally waits until half way through the appointment and then says "I need a wee!" Cute coming home outfit Shame the MW was arguing with you, hate it when they think they know best sometimes, no not always, why can't you listen!

Lou1234: Yeah when I had my daughter I was struggling to breastfeed her and the hospital did provide us with bottles but it was a nightmare, call a nurse and they took forever whilst baby was screaming with hunger. I'm going to take a starter pack along just in case so I have some if need be. I want to let baby BF initially so baby can have the foremilk but after that I'm pretty convinced I will FF like I did with my daughter so I will have them at the ready.

Paula181: Good news your little man is not breech. Sorry to hear about your BP but at least you are being monitored

Katyblot: Happy 37 weeks Glad your daughter is better and hope you are feeling better soon too

Sharn: I'm sure baby will move forwards / downwards. I guess there is no harm in the exercises though. Did you ask if you could have the tea now or did she just mention it?

 

[sharnw]

Kte: she mentioned it
She said start drinkin it after 34 weeks

 

[skeet9924]

what is this tea that you ladies are talking about?? And what does it do?

I agree with the beeing unbiased about breast feeding..someone choose not to for personal reasons, some just have difficulty with it and others want to do it. I personally am going to attempt it, but if it doesnt work then I wont be heart broken either...as I know many people have difficulty with it. I'm very surprised though to hear that many hospitals in the US dont support it espeically since here in Canada it is very much supported and encouraged.


last day of work for me tomorrow ladies!!

 

[sharnw]

Skeet: I didnt know anything about this tea until my MW told me about it. "Raspberry leaf tea" It's supposed to strengthen the uterus?...
I got mine from a health food store, I got it in lose leaf form and infuse it with 1 cup of hot water and drink it 2-3 times a day.

 

[iprettii]

I swear if I wasn't pregnant I'd feel like my period was on her way. It doesn't hurt or anything but always like the day before my period shows up, I have this weird feeling in my tummy and lower back which lets me know my period is coming.

 

[sharnw]

Happy term iprettii