*October Bumpkins*2014* 43 Babies Born!

[HGsurvivor05]

Has everyone made an appointment with their gp or midwife? I was planning on holding off until 8 weeks, or there abouts as we don't get a scan till 12 weeks.
My symptoms seem to be minimal today no nausea which I have had for a few days and no cramps. My breasts are still quite tender though, especially when my 2 year old uses them to push herself up, ouch!!

Hi Scottishmum2B, I'm in Scotland too!

I'm in Lothian so I phoned the central midwife team number and they booked me in for my 8 week midwife appointment and gave me a date for my 12 weeks scan. It's early, but I just like having the dates in my diary. The 12 week scan is on DHs birthday!

So far I've had no symptoms apart from the occasional bit of cramping, but even that has been quiet for the past few days. Last time I had really sore boobs at this point, but nothing this time. My sickeness and tiredness didn't start till just before 6 weeks with DD so I am just enjoying having no symptoms at the moment in case it all kicks off next week.

Another Scot, happy days.
I'm in Fife. With my last pregnancy, I made an appointment with the gp who referred me to the midwife. I'd rather not go to the gp this time as its a waste of their time and mine. I wonder if fife has a central midwife number I can call. I will have to go and google that.

My boobs have just started to get sore the last couple of days. I'm not as tired or nauseous today. Maybe it's the calm before the storm!

Evening my fellow Scots

Scottishmum I met with GP yesterday but like you say it is a waste of time as they do nothing. I really just wanted to touch base and discuss my fears over Hyperemesis again. The DR was lovely young Doctor and she could tell I was stressing but was really lovely was like a little counselling session. I was physically shaking and out in hot sweat when I got talking. Anyway if I feel symptoms of HG I have to phone her asap. I was also advised about making my initial booking appointment. I recieved my pack from reception and explained midwife said previously she would see me early for reassurance and earliest I could get was 19th Feb which will make me 6+ so not too far away from the 8 weeks! Never thought about 12 week scan will sort that out with them when I meet as will have to work around work. Only work PT so hopefully be easy enough.

Whigfield love your little 'blob' congratulations roll on the 12 week scans x

 

[Scottishmum2B]

I think you done the right thing about going to see your gp, especially if you were feeling anxious about HG. Are you feeling better after talking things through and knowing you can contact them anytime regarding HG? I wouldn't say it was a waste of time for you. I don't have any issues that I need to discuss in early pregnancy (well I had no issues from pregnancy with my daughter thankfully), mine comes later.
I am taking my DD to the dr tomorrow so I'll see ask about making an appointment with the midwife while I'm there.

 

[jmandrews]

Thanks ladies!

That's exciting Scottishmum! It's 4 days before my birthday, too. March birthday buddies.

Could you get betas done privately jmandrews? Or pay for an early scan?

I'm not sure about getting betas done. I never asked because I didn't have them with DD but I had a early scan with her. This is a different hospital and Dr. so their policies are different. There are places I could have a early scan but they are expensive and DH won't let me. So now I just have to wait. Bummer hope time flies.

 

[Lilahbear]

Yay, lots of Scots!

I went to the GP last time too and like you say it was a waste of time. I was glad I went though as my Dr knew it had taken us a while to conceive so she was really happy it had happened for us and actually cheered and clapped her hands! All she did after that though was give me an EDD and pass my details on to the midwife. This time was a happy accident so I just went straight to the midwives.

 

[Plex]

Can I join? I only found out today that im expecting number 2. Im due 15th Oct. So looking forward to comparing symptoms with you all! xx

 

[zephyr]

Wow it sounds like you guys do things really different where you are.
my gp was very helpful confirmed pregnancy via bloods, did my betas when I asked and also sent me for an early scan when I asked also.

the midwives are the ones who I have found a waste of time here. Hand you a booklet ask a few questions and send you on your way.
I actually requested hospital care last time as I didnt want to be under midwifery care again and my doctor said he would try refer me but was declined.......funnily enough I wound up with twins and was put under ob care at the hospital anyways which was what I wanted.

we dont even do a routine 12 week scan here.

 

[hopettc3]

Hi all! I got a call today to book my ultrasound. The dr wanted it between 6 and 7 weeks so it will be on the 17th! I also called my family dr to get an app and the earliest they could give me is mar 10th! So ridiculous! I feel like if you're pregnant, you should be seen as soon as possible. That's just my opinion though.

 

[eme]

Hey ladies, joing the fun...dur date is the 14th. Symptoms so far are sore bb's, TIRED, frequent urination, and mild cramping...tugs...pulls...pinches, etc

Ive recently moved so I dont have a dr set up yet! :/ going to call my sister-in-laws OB this coming Monday

 

[grich2011]

Awesome first scan!
I go for mine tomorrow morning can't wait to find out my due date.
My daughter is 3 months today I can't believe how fast this has gone

 

[ljo1984]

wish they didn't grow so fast!

So I'm 30 today and sickness is settling in except its 11.30pm and fighting the urgh not to be sick! Urgh! So much for "morning" sickness lol.

 

[grich2011]

happy birthday!!

 

[eme]

Hey ladies, joing the fun...dur date is the 14th. Symptoms so far are sore bb's, TIRED, frequent urination, and mild cramping...tugs...pulls...pinches, etc

Ive recently moved so I dont have a dr set up yet! :/ going to call my sister-in-laws OB this coming Monday

 

[KylasBaby]

Hi everyone! I just had a positive hpt tonight at 9dpo. Based on my lmp my EDD will be October 18th! Waiting for a few more positive tests through the weekend then I'll call my doctor and see when they want to see me. I have Pcos so I want to get in ASAP to check my progesterone levels so I can start taking supplements if needed. So excited! It's my first and first month trying!

 

[kel21]

Welcome ladies! Congrats on your bfp's.

I bought a 2 pack of the conception indicator digi's and decided to give one a try tonight instead of waiting for fmu... I got 3+ tonight! Woohoo! I was working up all the ways I would have to convince myself it was okay when it came out less. I am very relieved. Fxd this healthy peanut is in it for the long haul!

 

[jmandrews]

Awesome first scan!
I go for mine tomorrow morning can't wait to find out my due date.
My daughter is 3 months today I can't believe how fast this has gone

Aw she is so adorable!!! She wS born the same day as my cousins baby girl

 

[jmandrews]

Welcome and congrats Plex, eme, and kylasbaby!

Happy Birthday ljo!!!

 

[whigfield]

@jmandrews Aw. Hopefully it does! Really, I'm surprised I'm sitting at 6+4 already.

Welcome Plex, eme and Kyla!

Happy birthday for yesterday ljo!

 

[Jcliff]

Ugh woke up with a pounding headache this am, I hope this isn't how it's going to be for 9 months. I had a terrible migraine when I was preg with my daughter, it was AWFUL

 

[KylasBaby]

Thanks everyone! I'm very cautiously expecting until I see the line darkening. I've been up for a while now and won't get out of bed so I can hold fmu a bit longer haha. Had a terrible time sleeping. A combination of being excited and I've had a bad sore throat the past two days where every time I breathe it irritates my throat and I cough. But I would happily deal with this for the next none months if it means a happy healthy baby!

 

[KylasBaby]

I'm worried this morning. Took another FRER this morning and it was lighter than the one I took last night. Don't think my camera could pick up the line. But them the wondofo showed a faint positive whereas it didn't show anything last night... Was it just too soon between testing?