November 2013 Babies!
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berniegroves
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Cat - good luck for tomorrow. I'll kept my fingers crossed for you
Rockin - I am soooo hormonal at the moment! I cried so much yesterday on my daughters birthday!! And I am getting very nervous about labour and delivery again and also balancing two children and the affect it will have on my relationship with my DD. They are different worries to the ones I had first time around. But I think it shows that nobody will be completely cool and calm at this point in their pregnancy.
I realised today it's only 12 days to my due date! That freaked me out a bit!! Lol!!
Last time my waters broke and then contractions started 15 minutes later and they were strong straight away (because waters were gone and DD was back to back)
So this time every twinge I get I wonder if it's the start of labour as I don't know how labour feels with waters intact. So I keep getting anxious about that too! Lol!
Basically I'm just a bag of nerves!!
Has anyone thought about the positions they will try during labour?
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Rockin - I am soooo hormonal at the moment! I cried so much yesterday on my daughters birthday!! And I am getting very nervous about labour and delivery again and also balancing two children and the affect it will have on my relationship with my DD. They are different worries to the ones I had first time around. But I think it shows that nobody will be completely cool and calm at this point in their pregnancy.
I realised today it's only 12 days to my due date! That freaked me out a bit!! Lol!!
Last time my waters broke and then contractions started 15 minutes later and they were strong straight away (because waters were gone and DD was back to back)
So this time every twinge I get I wonder if it's the start of labour as I don't know how labour feels with waters intact. So I keep getting anxious about that too! Lol!
Basically I'm just a bag of nerves!!
Has anyone thought about the positions they will try during labour?
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Luna has written a brief birth story on the Facebook page.
Sounds like a super fast delivery!
Sounds like a super fast delivery!
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Cat - the best of luck to you in your induction, sweets.
Bernie - you'd think that having had gone a child before would prepare you but I'm like you, I'm still just as nervous as the first time. Actually....ok....I'm more nervous this second time lmao! Not gonna lie. I think because this second time is so different in circumstances...what with the scare of low placenta, the breech he's in, the pelvic pain, and the potential for a section. First time was soooo easy with the labor. Waters didn't break but I just had period cramps. And although I pushed for an hour long, everything about my first was so smooth and progressed gradually. I just have a funny feeling with this one, it won't be so!
As for what position? Well .... Not sure. I think I'll find out once I'm in it because of my pelvic issues. But if my labor goes smoothly and I don't need a section due to breech, then I'd like to be just as active instead of stuck in bed. I hope my ball fits in the car...hmm...that just occurred to me...but anyway, would really like to avoid lying on my back though. And they better listen to me!
Bernie - you'd think that having had gone a child before would prepare you but I'm like you, I'm still just as nervous as the first time. Actually....ok....I'm more nervous this second time lmao! Not gonna lie. I think because this second time is so different in circumstances...what with the scare of low placenta, the breech he's in, the pelvic pain, and the potential for a section. First time was soooo easy with the labor. Waters didn't break but I just had period cramps. And although I pushed for an hour long, everything about my first was so smooth and progressed gradually. I just have a funny feeling with this one, it won't be so!
As for what position? Well .... Not sure. I think I'll find out once I'm in it because of my pelvic issues. But if my labor goes smoothly and I don't need a section due to breech, then I'd like to be just as active instead of stuck in bed. I hope my ball fits in the car...hmm...that just occurred to me...but anyway, would really like to avoid lying on my back though. And they better listen to me!
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Omg ladies! It's happening! We're having babies!
Luna - I forgot to tell you, and I am sure you know, that to rest when lo sleeps. They sleep more as nb so please have at least a 30 min power nap, if you're not the napping type. Everyone used to tell me to nap when dd was in her nb stage but I wouldn't nap! Hopefully your little guy is a great night sleep also.
I remember my dd would wake up every 1-2hr for a feed. It was soooo hard for me at that time. I seriouslywanted to kill my OH out of jealousy when I'd watch him sleep in. You ladies should, out of my personal experience, my advice is to have a serious talk with your oh/dh about the effect of nb on your sleep and that help is greatly appreciated! Communication is powerful...unfortunately, back then, my OH wasn't very helpful as he was not concerned because of the fact that we lived with his parents so he relied on their help for me. This time, he has changed and because we're out in our own place, I know he will help. I can not imagine doing this by myself and then taking care of dd too. Some men need that extra push! Fortunately, my oh has grown so much as a person and partner.
Luna - I forgot to tell you, and I am sure you know, that to rest when lo sleeps. They sleep more as nb so please have at least a 30 min power nap, if you're not the napping type. Everyone used to tell me to nap when dd was in her nb stage but I wouldn't nap! Hopefully your little guy is a great night sleep also.
I remember my dd would wake up every 1-2hr for a feed. It was soooo hard for me at that time. I seriouslywanted to kill my OH out of jealousy when I'd watch him sleep in. You ladies should, out of my personal experience, my advice is to have a serious talk with your oh/dh about the effect of nb on your sleep and that help is greatly appreciated! Communication is powerful...unfortunately, back then, my OH wasn't very helpful as he was not concerned because of the fact that we lived with his parents so he relied on their help for me. This time, he has changed and because we're out in our own place, I know he will help. I can not imagine doing this by myself and then taking care of dd too. Some men need that extra push! Fortunately, my oh has grown so much as a person and partner.
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I'm sorry....I write too much. Things just flow in my head!
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Rockin- I think you will be one of those women that just spontaneously goes into labor at 0 cm dilated. We'll see! Best to make it to 40 weeks if it is possible, brain development is at it's best between 39 and 40 weeks. That is my goal 39 weeks. Staying in bed until then and then will start walking/I'll try to talk my not interested OH into some sexy time. I'm going to start the RLT at 37 weeks though (my doc said not to start until then). We'll be fine, I'm sure of it, keep your head up.
Cat- Goodluck on your induction tomorrow. How exciting!
Luna- I already commented on the FB group page, but here is a second congratulations because OMG I am so happy for you.
Bernie- I question every twinge too! I have since I went into the hospital at 32 weeks for the preterm symptoms, lol. It's like bashing my head into a wall over and over again. I have thought that I want to labor on a ball, in the shower on the ball, and have OH support my weight while bending over. But I am going to do whatever feels right at the time. I'll also be trying to walk if I can, but that might be dependent on how much my pelvis hurts at the time. I want to deliver squatting off the side of the bed using the squat bar. That way my weight is supported, but I won't be lying back and in that position my pelvis can open up more.
Alchemist- You write too much? HAHA, No, that is me.
My OH is great. I think he will do really well. He jokes about that he won't change a diaper, but I know he is just joking. I have all the faith in the world that he will be a great help and great daddy.
Cat- Goodluck on your induction tomorrow. How exciting!
Luna- I already commented on the FB group page, but here is a second congratulations because OMG I am so happy for you.
Bernie- I question every twinge too! I have since I went into the hospital at 32 weeks for the preterm symptoms, lol. It's like bashing my head into a wall over and over again. I have thought that I want to labor on a ball, in the shower on the ball, and have OH support my weight while bending over. But I am going to do whatever feels right at the time. I'll also be trying to walk if I can, but that might be dependent on how much my pelvis hurts at the time. I want to deliver squatting off the side of the bed using the squat bar. That way my weight is supported, but I won't be lying back and in that position my pelvis can open up more.
Alchemist- You write too much? HAHA, No, that is me.
My OH is great. I think he will do really well. He jokes about that he won't change a diaper, but I know he is just joking. I have all the faith in the world that he will be a great help and great daddy.
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Seeing LUna had her baby totally freaks me out! I am so excited about having a LO but so scared at the same time. I am actually very scared of not being ready for labor and worried that I won't be able to handle the pain. I know that we've talked about this over and over again, but I just get little freak out moments.
I really hope my DH will be able to be with me immediately when I start laboring. I would hate to be at work and worry about calling him. I was reading a blog about a woman that ddrove herself to the hospital because her DH was at work and had to make sure there was someone to watch their DD. By the time he got to the hospital, she had already had the baby! These quick births are scary!
Oh my goodness. I have like 4 weeks and I am one of the late gals! I am getting more and more ready for it, but I am not sure I'll be totally ready until it actually happens.
I really hope my DH will be able to be with me immediately when I start laboring. I would hate to be at work and worry about calling him. I was reading a blog about a woman that ddrove herself to the hospital because her DH was at work and had to make sure there was someone to watch their DD. By the time he got to the hospital, she had already had the baby! These quick births are scary!
Oh my goodness. I have like 4 weeks and I am one of the late gals! I am getting more and more ready for it, but I am not sure I'll be totally ready until it actually happens.
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O want im sooooo jelous u look radiant!!!
Afm bleeeeuuuurrrrgggghhhh i am pooooooiiiing myself 20 mins until i ring i neeeeed them to hav a bed for me or im going to cryy and go mad!! Possibly send myself into labour lmao!!!! X
Afm bleeeeuuuurrrrgggghhhh i am pooooooiiiing myself 20 mins until i ring i neeeeed them to hav a bed for me or im going to cryy and go mad!! Possibly send myself into labour lmao!!!! X
O want im sooooo jelous u look radiant!!!
Afm bleeeeuuuurrrrgggghhhh i am pooooooiiiing myself 20 mins until i ring i neeeeed them to hav a bed for me or im going to cryy and go mad!! Possibly send myself into labour lmao!!!! X
Afm bleeeeuuuurrrrgggghhhh i am pooooooiiiing myself 20 mins until i ring i neeeeed them to hav a bed for me or im going to cryy and go mad!! Possibly send myself into labour lmao!!!! X
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Let us know if they have a bed and if you're going in. I'm looking for updates!
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Luna- Congrats again!!! Super fast delivery, lucky you!! Cant wait to see mor epics of your babe 
Whitt- its funny you say I could be one of those women that goes into labor at 0cm. Im terrified of that. Id really like some notice lol. I just keep thinking that its not going to happen yet because Im not dilated, but the reality is you could be right and it could happen anytime eeeeek! Especially after Lunas super fast delivery...omg Im scared.
Want- LOVE your pictures. Theyre fantastic! You both look so happy
I totally understand what you mean about working and wanting your hubby there. My OH is about 20 min from my work, If I starting having contractions and called hed probably get here in a half hour and then Im laboring AT WORK....I do NOT want that at all. The not knowing is making me really anxious.
Alchemist- You dont write too much! Its very helpful, at least for me, to know some of what you went through in your previous pregnancy. You said you had period like cramps....Im having those, but theyre nothing consistent. Im scared Im not going to know!! I know it sounds dumb, but there are all these posts from women who are like....I didnt know I was in labor but I was having a lot of pain and then BAM theres the baby! I DO NOT want that to be me!
Bernie- Its good to know that we're all feeling a little hormonal, anxious, scared. I feel like I have MAYBE two weeks left where its just OH and I and then everything changes....I hate to admit it, but Im getting clingy, like....I just want to enjoy his company for the next few weeks...or days because then everything is going to get so difficult. Im trying to focus on the positive...soon we'll have our little boy and its going to be magical, but all anyone talks about is how hard it is, so...Im trying to stay calm and enjoy my sleep and partial sanity now. I admire you ladies with more than one...Im really not sure if Ill ever do this again.
Cat- KEEP US POSTED!!!!! I dont know what the time difference is, but I cant wait to hear how it goes for you. Good luck hun!
AFM- I think I covered most of what Im feeling in my individual comments to you all, but....yea, just feeling a bit anxious about knowing when Im in labor and when its going to happen...just nervous. Im having a lot of cramping, but thats not new and apparently doesnt help me dilate or efface, it just keeps me from sleeping. BLAH. So its 9:15AM here and Id already like a nap
Whitt- its funny you say I could be one of those women that goes into labor at 0cm. Im terrified of that. Id really like some notice lol. I just keep thinking that its not going to happen yet because Im not dilated, but the reality is you could be right and it could happen anytime eeeeek! Especially after Lunas super fast delivery...omg Im scared.
Want- LOVE your pictures. Theyre fantastic! You both look so happy
I totally understand what you mean about working and wanting your hubby there. My OH is about 20 min from my work, If I starting having contractions and called hed probably get here in a half hour and then Im laboring AT WORK....I do NOT want that at all. The not knowing is making me really anxious.
Alchemist- You dont write too much! Its very helpful, at least for me, to know some of what you went through in your previous pregnancy. You said you had period like cramps....Im having those, but theyre nothing consistent. Im scared Im not going to know!! I know it sounds dumb, but there are all these posts from women who are like....I didnt know I was in labor but I was having a lot of pain and then BAM theres the baby! I DO NOT want that to be me!
Bernie- Its good to know that we're all feeling a little hormonal, anxious, scared. I feel like I have MAYBE two weeks left where its just OH and I and then everything changes....I hate to admit it, but Im getting clingy, like....I just want to enjoy his company for the next few weeks...or days because then everything is going to get so difficult. Im trying to focus on the positive...soon we'll have our little boy and its going to be magical, but all anyone talks about is how hard it is, so...Im trying to stay calm and enjoy my sleep and partial sanity now. I admire you ladies with more than one...Im really not sure if Ill ever do this again.
Cat- KEEP US POSTED!!!!! I dont know what the time difference is, but I cant wait to hear how it goes for you. Good luck hun!
AFM- I think I covered most of what Im feeling in my individual comments to you all, but....yea, just feeling a bit anxious about knowing when Im in labor and when its going to happen...just nervous. Im having a lot of cramping, but thats not new and apparently doesnt help me dilate or efface, it just keeps me from sleeping. BLAH. So its 9:15AM here and Id already like a nap
Cat - Good luck and I hope everything goes smoothly for you!!
Want - I creeped your maternity pics on facebook, love them!
Rockin - I creeped some of yours too, I frigin love the purple dress you have, it highlights how beautiful you are with that pregnant body!!
Want - I creeped your maternity pics on facebook, love them!
Rockin - I creeped some of yours too, I frigin love the purple dress you have, it highlights how beautiful you are with that pregnant body!!
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Rockin- I am clingy too! It's like I NEED him to be with me/near me at all times. On Thursdays, it is brutal because he leaves at 6 am and gets home at 8:30pm. It's his day with his friends playing basketball (that's his exercise) and it always has been for over 20 years. I can't just be like, "no, you can't go to something you go every week to because I am clingy and lonely " But I really want to! LoL.
Another thing to keep in mind is that it is more probable that you will start labor at night. So hopefully that is true in your case. That way your OH can be there and you can be at home in your comfort zone. On the other side, it is just as worrying being dilated and effacing too. The constant worry of when it will happen is still there. So I don't think there is any real warning that it is coming. When it happens, it'll just happen. I don't think it will be THAT big of a problem when it does. I'm going with the flow. Once I am at 36 weeks, I will be a lot more comfortable. Still hoping to get to 39 weeks though!
i have an appointment today. I don't know whether I am hoping to have stayed the same dilation or dilated a little further. I know I need to be pregnant for a couple more weeks! Lol...I'm still clinging on the hope that that tech was right and they got my initial dates wrong on that first ultrasound, lol.
Another thing to keep in mind is that it is more probable that you will start labor at night. So hopefully that is true in your case. That way your OH can be there and you can be at home in your comfort zone. On the other side, it is just as worrying being dilated and effacing too. The constant worry of when it will happen is still there. So I don't think there is any real warning that it is coming. When it happens, it'll just happen. I don't think it will be THAT big of a problem when it does. I'm going with the flow. Once I am at 36 weeks, I will be a lot more comfortable. Still hoping to get to 39 weeks though!
i have an appointment today. I don't know whether I am hoping to have stayed the same dilation or dilated a little further. I know I need to be pregnant for a couple more weeks! Lol...I'm still clinging on the hope that that tech was right and they got my initial dates wrong on that first ultrasound, lol.
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Whitt- Im glad Im not the only one feeling clingy. Usually Im so content to do whatever on my own and the past few weeks Ive just been like.....'STOP DONT GO ANYWHERE!' Thats comforting about starting labor at night. I didnt know that! That would make me feel a lot better.
I was having the strangest craving for red velvet cheesecake today and it was like a miracle.....work has been on and off about a baby shower for me...whatever, could care less at this point, but someone brought in a red velvet cake!!!! It was the greatest thing Ive ever eaten lol. And we got some cute gifts lol Ill take it.
Cant wait to hear how Cat's doing!
I was having the strangest craving for red velvet cheesecake today and it was like a miracle.....work has been on and off about a baby shower for me...whatever, could care less at this point, but someone brought in a red velvet cake!!!! It was the greatest thing Ive ever eaten lol. And we got some cute gifts lol Ill take it.
Cant wait to hear how Cat's doing!
Hey ladies got in and on th ecg monitor they were freaking out because his heartbeat so had to c consultant etc. I got the propess at 8pm (now 8.52) and th monitor is already piking up contractions and thy hurt cus im on my back! X
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