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

[paula181]

Aww congratulations AmyB she is a little cutie and looks like a fighter!

Sorry that you have had a tough time, hope you have and your daughter have a speedy recovery

Xx

 

[baby_maybe]

Aww Amy that sounds scary, but I'm so glad that you and little Emily are doing well. It is very hard emotionally when you've had a preemie, I remember it well and it still affected me even though I was already aware during my pregnancy that it was a possibility for me. Its definitely a good idea to talk to a counsellor about your feelings. I found that even after my dd came home I still felt down and in need of support even though she had the all clear health wise.

As a pp said there is a great preemie section on here, I wish I'd had access to something like this all those years ago as it can be quite difficult explaining to people who haven't been through it that a preemie isn't just a baby that doesn't weigh as much as a full termer. On here there will be lots of other ladies who understand how you're feeling and will be able to offer you support in addition to what you get irl

 

[anna1986]

Congrats amy emily is beautiful.
It is hard havin a baby in special care but she will soon be home with you. Shes a good weight for 34 weeks too my DD was only 4.14 at 35 weeks.
I think its good if u can talk to someone about her birth. I found my little girls very traumatic but didnt talk to anyone n bottled it up.
If u ever wanna chat feel free to message me x

 

[baby_bray]

Emily is gorgeous, AmyB!!! She certainly looks fantastic for only being 34wks! No shame in seeing a therapist, you want to be in the best shape to take care of yourself and your little "prize fighter" (love it!)

Congratulations!!!

 

[iprettii]

despite what you went through AmyB, I must say that Emily looks beautiful and healthy. Hopefully she will get to go home soon. Congrats and I hope that you get to speak with someone soon to help you out with how you're feeling.

 

[Mrs. AJ]

Congrats Amy! As others have said, Emily is gorgeous and looks very healthy. I'm sorry you had to go through such an ordeal, I hope talkin with the social worker helps and that your health continues to improve

 

[sportysgirl]

Congratulations Amy!

 

[sportysgirl]

Oooh baby is a honeydew! x

 

[Amy_T]

Wow congratulations AmyB, hope you and Emily are on the mend soon. I have had a NICU baby and I know how hard it can be, it has affected me up until this day.... But let me tell you, the feeling when you get told you can bring them home is amazing, it still brings a tear to my eye when I look back at that time. X

 

[MrsChezek]

Quick pop in as no time to read and post but just wanted to send a big big hug to AmyB!!! I cannot even imagine how hard all this was for you and your poor DH!!! You're doing the right thing in getting some help I'm so glad everything went as well as it did and Emily is safe and sound. She's beautiful and a true fighter indeed!!!! Congratulations to you!

 

[sharnw]

Amy, your little girl is so adorable and wow what a little strong fighter she is. So pleased you and your bub are doing well

xoxox

Congratulations

 

[skeet9924]

Congratulations Amy!! She is a beautiful little fighter!! And a good size for being a preemie. I cant imagine what you are feeling however I truly believe talking to someone always helps . Sending you big

 

[rose.]

Congratulations Amy, Emily looks beautiful and such a good weight for her stage! I hope she continues to get stronger and gets to go home with you very soon. Sorry to hear things were so traumatic - I can't imagine how scary that must have been - but I am glad you are going to get some help talking about it, I'm sure that will really help. Take care of yourself

 

[sethsmummy]

AmyB -
Congratulations hun! Emily is absolutely gorgeous and a really good weight for only 34 weeks Im glad you are feeling better too hun and fingers crossed its a quick recovery for both of you and you all get to be a family at home soon.
I'm glad you are seeing a therapist.. i wish i had after my sons birth. I'm so sorry you didn't get to see little Emily for 24 hours, that must have been really hard but i hope you get lots and lots of bonding time from now on hun


everyone else. I hope your all keeping well. We've all not got long left to go before the due dates start hitting. I cant believe how fast this pregnancy is going. I need to start keeping more up to date with this thread
Things for me are going well.. BP back down to normal and no other problems just now fingers crossed the next 5 weeks will go smoothly xx

 

[Lou1234]

It is all feeling so real now!! Two births so far on this thread and a lady from my NCT group had her baby on Weds at about 37 weeks.

We picked up our Moses basket and stand today along with a bedding bale. That is the bulk of things ready. Next on my list is a trip to Boots for things like maternity pads, nappies, sudocream, wipes and a pack of the early forumula pre-made stuff.

I've agreed to be at work until 38 weeks as it seems to be going ok. So 3 more weeks at work then 2 after that until my due date!

 

[anna1986]

well my little man is keepin us on our toes at the moment. he decided that he wouldnt move (that i felt) for over 12 hrs so was a trip back up to the hospital for more monitoring. he is fine as usual little monkey moved loads whilst we were there! but they say if he does it again to go straight back in!
have my scan on thursday really excited to see him again. and hopefully get the date of my section too then
the last few days i have been in so much pain everywhere im just ****ing down the weeks now until hes born!

hope everyone else is ok? x

 

[sethsmummy]

What a little monkey! How many times have you been in for reduced movements hun? Iv been in to the hospital once and have had a few other times iv not felt him move for at least 12 hours but then i always got my 10 movements just after that! I'm sure they do it on purpose. x

 

[Stelly]

She is beautiful AmyB! and a fantastic weight for her age! I sent you a PM, but ill put on here too- if you need/want another preemie mom to chat with- feel free to message me!

 

[anna1986]

What a little monkey! How many times have you been in for reduced movements hun? Iv been in to the hospital once and have had a few other times iv not felt him move for at least 12 hours but then i always got my 10 movements just after that! I'm sure they do it on purpose. x

That was the 5th episode little monkey. 3rd time ive had o be monitored. Am expectin a couple of more times yet as its a regular thing at the moment!

 

[rose.]

Sorry to hear you've had another worrying episode Anna!! Hopefully he doesn't do it too many more times. I've been very lucky so far with movements, have had a few quieter days but nothing too concerning.

Has anyone else felt really emotional lately? Yesterday I was in a terrible mood when I went to bed as I was tired and felt like I'd hardly seen hubby all weekend, and someone had commented to someone on their Facebook that they'd be a nightmare checking for updates when I'm in labour and would dress in a disguise to get in to the hospital (obviously a joke but for some reason last night I was bothered by it!!) and then I was sad that hubby was back off to work today and I wouldn't see him on my birthday (Thursday). He won't be home til Friday. I feel much better today but I had a cry last night as I felt so sad!! Stupid hormones hubby must think I'm ridiculous.