May Marvels 2018

[Reiko_ctu]

Broken that's great about the hb and the pelvic rest. I don't know much about sch's but i thought they were pretty harmless so maybe that's why mw was confused, glad you can take it a bit easier now. That sucks about your nice mw leaving though... luckily for me right before my first app they had a change over in staff so everyone I see is here for the long haul. I don't really trust the mw I saw last, I feel like she's a bit on the newer side but I'm also feeling worried about the ant placenta and movements so it would've been nicer to have a more experienced mw. Will another mw possibly join anytime soon?

 

[Reiko_ctu]

Oh man I just looked her up and she graduated this year!!! Although she did get the award for excellence in midwifery in her class but still... you can tell she's a new grad. I kinda hope she's not on call for my delivery!

 

[BrokenfoREVer]

Reiko me and hubs were literally just discussing having students in the room when we have baby.
They have to learn, but it's still a bit unnerving when you get assigned either a student to learn or a new graduate.

I'd far prefer an experienced midwife. I don't know if anyone new will join, nice midwife implied it would be other midwife only.

But she did book me in for 25 weeks instead of making me wait until 28. Usually you only see midwife at 25 if you're a first time mum but mine said she likes to see her ladies more often and it's too big a wait from 16 to 28. So that was nice of her, even though she'll be gone by then.

 

[ricschick]

Ahh broken that's lovely you had such s nice appointment but shame she will be leaving but hopefully the other mw will be fine!

 

[VieraSky]

Broken that's great about the hb and the pelvic rest. I don't know much about sch's but i thought they were pretty harmless so maybe that's why mw was confused, glad you can take it a bit easier now. That sucks about your nice mw leaving though... luckily for me right before my first app they had a change over in staff so everyone I see is here for the long haul. I don't really trust the mw I saw last, I feel like she's a bit on the newer side but I'm also feeling worried about the ant placenta and movements so it would've been nicer to have a more experienced mw. Will another mw possibly join anytime soon?

They're pretty harmless when they are small, and if they remain small. If they get bigger they can cause the placenta to separate from the uterine wall. Things like intercourse and strenuous activity and heavy lifting can aggravate it and make it worse.

 

[BrokenfoREVer]

Mines an ECH instead of an SCH. It's inside the uterus but outside the gestational sac completly. I made sure to ask lots of questions last time. So baby and placenta are in no danger. I think it's more the infection risk that's the issue.

I think that's why my midwife was so confused. But we figured better safe than sorry and held off from everything until we could get more answers. Like I said, still gunna hold off the sex for now, until scan and we can see how bleed is, if it's still there etc.

 

[mrsstrezy]

Reiko me and hubs were literally just discussing having students in the room when we have baby.
They have to learn, but it's still a bit unnerving when you get assigned either a student to learn or a new graduate.

I'd far prefer an experienced midwife. I don't know if anyone new will join, nice midwife implied it would be other midwife only.

But she did book me in for 25 weeks instead of making me wait until 28. Usually you only see midwife at 25 if you're a first time mum but mine said she likes to see her ladies more often and it's too big a wait from 16 to 28. So that was nice of her, even though she'll be gone by then.

When I was in labor with my son(with no pain control) and I was IN THE MIDDLE OF TRANSITION(8-10cm)a nursing school instructor had the nerve to come in the room and ask if a nursing student could watch. I was like um NO!! #1 you don’t talk to a woman during a contraction ever, #2 don’t wait until she’s in the worst part of her labor to ask a favor. I was livid. This time I’m thinking of telling my nurse as soon as we come into the hospital that I absolutely don’t want any students. I used to be a nursing student myself, but I don’t think my instructor would have ever bothered a woman in transition.

 

[BrokenfoREVer]

Oh wow mrsstrezy. Heck no to that. There's a time to ask and that is 100% not it!!

 

[ricschick]

Omg what a time to ask!!! What other answer did they expect! Yikes!!

My scan is in the morning!! 11am haven't had a chance to feel excited or nervous today as I've been so busy with the last bits of xmas shopping!! Phew but I'm so glad I'm pretty much done bar maybe 1 or 2 little gifts.

 

[BrokenfoREVer]

Eek! Do you have a preference or do you not mind what colour you end up being?

 

[Reiko_ctu]

Yay for scan tomorrow Ricschick! Will they tell you gender right away or do you wait for a call from your dr/mw? So exciting! Only a week and a half for us Broken!! We've got a super busy week next week so I probably won't notice the wait.

My Overdue friend had her baby naturally a week late! 1 day before my youngest's birthday lol... that will make birthday parties interesting in the future!

 

[Wicky78]

Hi all!

So much going on here... can't wait to hear about scan results!

Viera - I hope they can get you in sooner so that you can get some answers and not have to worry. Even if it is "bad" news, I usually find it easier to know, as I can plan and move forward. The not knowing is so stressful.

I'm doing a little better, as this week started out with the worst HG symptoms I've had all pregnancy. I was pretty dejected, but last night I had two nausea-free hours and actually had an appetite. It was lovely. And today, the nausea ebbed off by 10:30 am and I feel pretty good. Usually, I have had nausea 24/7 with it being debilitating in the morning to mid-day and slightly better after about 2 or 3 in the afternoon. So this is an improvement. I'm hoping that tomorrow, at 16 weeks, I will begin to see a trend of feeling better!

Also, I bought a fetal doppler monitor and DW has gotten to find baby's heartbeat. It's fun, but ours isn't as strong as the one at the OB's office, so the sound is faint, but it's there! Thanks for all the recommendations of which types you use. I ended up with a Sonoline B because it was more readily available and I'm happy with it so far. Happy almost 16 weeks to me

 

[Wicky78]

My Overdue friend had her baby naturally a week late! 1 day before my youngest's birthday lol... that will make birthday parties interesting in the future!

Yay for the baby arriving! How close in age is your youngest to your friend's new LO? Maybe they will be friends and want to have a shared birthday party... that would be fun!

 

[Wicky78]

When I was in labor with my son(with no pain control) and I was IN THE MIDDLE OF TRANSITION(8-10cm)a nursing school instructor had the nerve to come in the room and ask if a nursing student could watch. I was like um NO!! #1 you don’t talk to a woman during a contraction ever, #2 don’t wait until she’s in the worst part of her labor to ask a favor. I was livid. This time I’m thinking of telling my nurse as soon as we come into the hospital that I absolutely don’t want any students. I used to be a nursing student myself, but I don’t think my instructor would have ever bothered a woman in transition.

That is nuts! I don't mind having students observe or assist, but I'd like to know before I'm in the worst pain of my life and exhausted from labor! Like others said, how could the instructor have expected any other response than the one you gave?!

 

[Wicky78]

Ladies, I am very blue today...realized I really need a new job.
I just don't feel supported and I'm super disappointed with their reaction to my sickness.

I got sick again this weekend and was out yesterday and late today and got a snarky email about notifying. I notified 3 people, her included! Not my fault she didn't read the email....I'm so frustrated with illness and don't enjoy going to work.

I'm a teacher and they don't seem to understand pregnancy as much as other people's illness, ironically.
I think it's time I try and take a leave this coming year, stay with baby, and look for other options (that would pay more!).

I'm so sorry to hear this, Chel. You've already been through the wringer during your pregnancy, I know you didn't need another headache from your workplace. I hope you are able to take the time you need and that you can find something (somewhere) better where they support you in and out of the classroom.

 

[Wicky78]

Ricschick being pregnant and creating life should be recognized for how amazing it is and how amazing us women are for doing it. It is beautiful no matter what! Feel pride in your ability as a woman and embrace all that is beautiful about your changing body. My niece told me a couple of weeks ago that people are just going to think I’m fat. I laughed and thought ‘ya probably they will’ but I don’t care. I love having the secret of pregnancy while others may (or may not) be judging my appearance. The fact is their opinions mean nothing to me but MY opinion does matter. So I choose to see the beauty in my ever changing body as I nurture this new life inside of me. So many don’t get the opportunity to do so.
I haven’t seen you but I know you look beautiful...but that’s just my opinion

I just love this, RNW! I also love how supportive this group is to each other. Makes my heart happy!

 

[ReadynWaiting]

I can’t wait for everyone to have their scans and to find out what you are having!! Not long now Ricschick!!!! I have 13 days to wait but I have more anxiety than excitement as I already know the sex. I just want more reassurance that baby girl is healthy and thriving.
Mrsstrezy-I couldn’t even imagine the nerve of someone interrupting at that point let alone expecting you to be ok with it. I have had my share of students during my journey and for the most part have been ok with it but I have a negative story for each one. All include needles and their lack of expertise making me a pin cushion and eventually not being too nice to them. I think I’m done with being the ‘subject’, I’ll leave it to someone else. Lol
I do believe I am feeling more movement, more often. The whole anterior placenta thing is throwing me for a loop but I can feel her moving around not so much kicking. It’s an odd sensation but it lasts for a little bit so I’m assuming that’s what it is.

 

[BrokenfoREVer]

That's what I'm feeling RnW. Sort of a weird pressure that I'm assuming is movement, but no actual kicks or anything. I don't know where my placenta is though. I'm assuming they will tell me at the scan. Midwife found the heartbeat really quickly though (must faster than the consultant, but he might have had better luck starting in the right place ���&#56900 and I'm pretty sure if placenta was anterior it would have been harder to find or fainter. *shrug* I don't know.

 

[ReadynWaiting]

I had no issue finding hb but it’s off to the side so maybe that’s why? It’s not faint but again maybe being off to the side makes the difference. Hopefully in a couple weeks we will be able to feel things with no questions.

 

[VieraSky]

Just scheduled the appt for the detailed ultrasound/genetic specialist. It's not until January 3rd at 7am and will take 3 hours. It's in the middle of the week so I don't know if my husband will be able to even go with me and I'm terrified to go alone.