May 2013 Babies

[Tournesol]

Thank you hun. I hate getting so upset, I'm normally a really calm, level headed sort of person. It's just that this is our first baby and I want everything to perfect and it really isn't at the moment! It's just a bit overwhelming.
I'm sure you're right though, by the time baby comes, everything will be fine. I just can't help thinking what if he comes early?!

 

[Courtney917]

Of course, I would be worried as well!! It's totally natural to feel that way. Believe me I feel the same way. Feel like nothing is ready so I totally relate to how you're feeling . To be honest there's really nothing you could possibly do if baby makes an early appearance. You just need some clothes, car seat and food. Everything else will fall into place. Are u more worried about dh not being fully recovered? You're going through very overwhelming things but don't worry it'll all be okay and you'll look back in a few months and realize how strong of a person you are to take on all of this stress at once

 

[MizzPodd]

Tour I'm sorry you are going through all of this when you should be happy and waiting for your baby. I really hope hubby recovers quickly and is able to be okay before your baby makes an entrance Courtney is right, you truly need a few essentials for baby and everything else an come later you'll be so happily overwhelmed with you baby anyway so I'm sure everything will fall into place nicely. And I know I would have been stressed too if I were in that situation! I hope things get better sweetie

 

[MizzPodd]

Lol okay I didn't read your full post until after I posted Courtney but you said everything will fall into place too? Lol yeah great minds really do think alike!

 

[Tournesol]

Thank you both so much. Court, I really don't know what I'm most worried about. Hubby is sure he'll be recovered, I just hope he's right
This is just bad timing.
At the moment, I keep getting upset because hubby will miss the scan on Tues. And he'll be having an operation at the same time, so I won't be able to enjoy it.
I can't change the date either as the doc has to check my cervix and renew my time off work.
Bad times.

 

[Courtney917]

Totally understandable, I would be worried too if my hubby was in surgery during a time that is supposed to be happy for both of us. The good thing is that the surgery will make your husband better, so that's one way to look at it . My husband is also going through some health issues and it's tough trying to juggle his doctor appointments, the kid's appointments and mine. It's like this pregnancy is flying by and I haven't had time to enjoy it bc of all the craziness that always comes up. The way I cope is that the end is near and everyone will be celebrating once baby arrives. You'll be okay even the worst case scenario and husband isn't totally healed, you'll see everything will be perfect when baby arrives. Stay strong and keeping you and your husband in my thoughts for Tuesday .

 

[Courtney917]

LOL @ Mizz yes we did certainly say the same thing...are you my long lost twin?! Too funny

 

[Courtney917]

Okay so I am at swimming today with my boys and it hit me that as of Sunday I will be 34 weeks....I had my second at 37. That could potentially mean I have a little more then three weeks left OMG! Or it could be another 6 if LO decides to linger in there lol. Tmrw I will know how he is growing...I hope he's still not two weeks behind with a massive head *sigh* me and my big headed babies .

 

[ILuvBabies200]

UG on the surgery Tour! I would not be happy it has to be done over.

Mizz-I think because the contractions at that point are actually productive. Don't they help you dilate towards the end?? If I keep stopping them, I won't respond to the induction. That's my thought anyway.... They come and go. Thank God it isn't all day!

 

[Tournesol]

Thank you girls. Iluv, I'm not happy. It should have been done properly the first time. Basically he's got something called calcification. It's a type of arthritis and means that his bone is almost growing extra bone around the joint. That has to be removed and when they did keyhole surgery, they didn't see all of it.

Anyway, I'm feeling much better today, being positive. Everything will be ready for the baby and like you say, if it's not, it's not the end of the world!

When I feel like this I just remind myself how lucky we are. There are people who can't have babies at all and other people in the world having babies who have nothing, no house, no food.
I try to remind myself that no matter how bad things seem, there is always someone who has it worse than me.

 

[padbrat]

Hi Tour. I completely understand how you feel and sympathise. My Husband has had to miss many of our scans over the years as he is in the Forces, including some of Leo's scans. He has even not been able to be with me during 3 of the six times I lost our babies. Although, to be fair it is not through injury and I know that adds an additional worry I still know how hard it is to walk into that scanning room alone.

You know what I have the same mantra... there are always others worse off than me.

Of course, you have us all too x

Court I know how you feel.... the time seems to be creeping up on us.... I realised that in 4 wks Leo could be here.... OMG! All the best for the scan.... I have been sending grow baby vibes!

Mizz... bring on 34 wks and you can get mobile! I am so pleased they are putting things right for you on the urn at last.

ILuv... I hope those bloomin contractions stop for you!

 

[MizzPodd]

Kelly that's what I think too, and yes usually they help dilate your cervix... Which is a plus by then because then you have a chance of going into natural labor.

Tour great attitude to have. I tell myself that when I'm feeling depressed about things. I'm not the only one dealing with something horrible and someone else is dealing with even worsen situations. But it's still okay to let out your pain when you need to you don't have to ever downplay what you feel because no one can tell you how to feel except you! I'm glad you r feeling much better too

Courtney lol yeah we must be distant cousins or something

 

[Tournesol]

Thank you Mizz, you are a sweetheart. You too Pad! You're right, I have you girls, always full of wisdom and advice!

Hubby's surgeon said he should be able to move normally in 3 weeks and then after another 3 weeks of physio, he should be completely healed. Cutting it fine, but I think we'll be OK.

I just ordered lots of baby stuff from Marks and Spencer. That made me feel better! Sleepsuits, bodysuits, socks, muslins, joggers, bibs and a blanket! Now, as soon as that Moses basket turns up, I will have all the essentials and be as ready as I can be!
Oh... I need nappies!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Went to the mall tonight for some much needed clothes shopping. And then contracted for hours.... I just need to be bed bound...

 

[Courtney917]

Argh the illnesses have struck again! Last night son woke up covered in vomit (second time this week). Then around 5AM older son comes in says he feels sicks and proceeds to vomit all over our bed. I feel like coating myself in bleach right about now. These poor kids can't seem to get away from these illnesses :/. We have NEVER gotten sick like this IDK what's going on but its grossing me out!!!!! Ugh I soooooooo hope I do NOT get this crap!!!

 

[MizzPodd]

Kelly I'm very surprised they didn't order you to bedrest yet. I still contract but its not as much as if I'm moving around. But in your case you aren't dilating tho right? Maybe that's y they haven't, but I agree you should be bed bound missy at least until 34 weeks...

Court poor family!! Are they getting this from other kids?? I know my daughter has never been sick until she started daycare a few months ago I can't wait to wht her out of there! I hope they start feeling better and you avoid it all!!!!

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Mizz-Probably it! My mom just said tonight that I may be over doing it with how good I've been feeling. I was trying to feel normal again and probably walking the mall wasn't the best idea.

Courtney-Blech!!! I just cannot deal with puke.

 

[MizzPodd]

Kelly it's so tempting on the days you feel good and you just want to do everything you used to! Going to the doctor is like going on a field trip for me! Lol I'm jut excited to be able to ride in the car and be outside again! Lol don't forget to stop and take a breather tho! You and I are soooooooo close to the home stretch now

 

[Tournesol]

Poor Courtney! What a nightmare, I hope your sicky monkeys get better soon x

Iluv, I think your body's telling you to take it easy hun.

Tomorrow's the day, big scan for me and operation for hubs Wish I could be more excited about the scan, I've gone to a few on my own, but this is a special one and I really wanted him to come. He was dying to come too.
I guess the most important thing now is that his shoulder is all healed before baby comes.

 

[ILuvBabies200]

Tour-DH hasn't seen this baby on screen since 9 weeks. With our first, I made him come to everything. Now he's either with my other 2 or sleeping. Ah well....

Mizz-Definitely getting there! I am so excited to reach 30 weeks today!!!!! I had contractions tonight doing absolutely nothing. So I really think this is just how it will be until the end. I keep losing the faith I will make it to my induction in May. Just need to keep counting the days off....