October Rainbow Babies!!!

[Emerald87]

Nah I'm pretty sure it was wee lol - it was a sudden small gush while I was lying down and then I voided lots afterwards so I must have had a much more full bladder than it felt. Nothing significant since then, just the usual mucus.
Thanks

 

[Islander]

You can buy pads that change colour if amniotic fluid goes on them. I just made my 16 week midwife appointment what happens at them?

 

[Meaggers]

Islander I'm not sure what you can expect on your 16 week but I can tell you what my doctor told me to expect at my 17 week which is tomorrow. He told me that I'd have the option for blood work to check for genetic disorders as well as a more routine exam. He'll use the doppler so I won't have a scan, but if you're lucky enough to get a scan you just might be able to find out what you're having! I cheated and went early to get an elective scan to find out. haha I couldn't wait!

Emerald, Sorry to hear about the wee! All the wonderful things pregnancy brings huh?
If anyone else has appointments this week good luck!!!

AFM: Since about a week ago I have constant ligament pains (at least that's what I hope it is) my stomach is so sore and it hurts to move about. I think that long ultrasound with pressing and manipulating my stomach caused some bruising? or maybe just aggrivated my muscles/ligaments because it's been relentless since them. Also, I'm peeing NON-STOP! I thought that was supposed to be less this trimester? He must be sitting right on my bladder. I still haven't felt any twinges, but Im chalking that up to the anterior placenta. We bought the bedding for the crib (Even though we don't have one yet) yesterday- well actually my mother wanted to get it so she went ahead and ordered it. All these little purchases make it seem a bit more real!

I hope everyone is doing well!!! Sorry so long xx

 

[Gemaloobie]

Hiya everyone,
Can i just ask is anyone itching like crazy ?? I cant sit for a period of time without the back of my thighs itching like crazy !!! At work im going stir crazy & tonight me and the fella went for an indian and i couldnt make it through the meal without moving about like i had fleas !!!!
Its a nightmare, help is anyone the same ?

Gem & 14 weeks , 5 days bump x

 

[vicky n bump]

hey in due 11th x

 

[sharonfruit]

Can i just ask is anyone itching like crazy ?? I cant sit for a period of time without the back of my thighs itching like crazy !!! At work im going stir crazy & tonight me and the fella went for an indian and i couldnt make it through the meal without moving about like i had fleas !!!!
Its a nightmare, help is anyone the same ?

I've been the same on my legs but Ive started trying to wear looser clothes and it is working

 

[bumpyplease]

ive been a bit itchy on my tummy but not too bad.

islander those pads sound awesome! i havent heard of them before but what a great idea!

 

[Emerald87]

Yeh but they're ungodly expensive

 

[beth30]

My boobs and belly have been itching, and my moods and emotions are still on overdrive. Today I said I recall my mom dipping her feet into the pool to rid grass bits on her feet, and she said she has NEVER done that, and then called me a liar. Normally if she called me a liar I would flip out, but today I was like, whatever, I know what I say and it takes one to know one...... LoL! Wonder what mood I'll be in tomorrow, or 10 minutes from now for that matter! LoL!

 

[Islander]

Im very itchy!but its just my psoriasis in overdrive

 

[Gemaloobie]

Thanks for everyones replies,

Im glad im not the only one , itching driving me crazy !!!!!

Im not so moody, passed that , im more emotional, cry at everything !!!

So funny the other day, i went to get a new bra at M&S and they lady was struggling to find anything for me coz i nipples are on costant stickout at the moment !!! I have to carry on using an underwire bra for now as nothing else holds me right or cover my nipples hahaha. Lady in the shop was tearing her hair out but didnt give up !!!

Any updates from anyone ?

Gem

 

[rm16]

Hi everyone!
Hope all are doing good, I've been off for ages as work has been crazy...but after a month of panicking with no doctors appointements (after scans every two weeks at the start) we got to see the midwife today, and we heard the heartbeat for the first time! I had a little cry it was amazing
And 19 week ultrasound next week, so it's ever so slightly starting to feel real after months of fear and denial!!
So happy Have a good weekend everyone!

 

[Islander]

my maternity clothes arrived yesterday!!!soooo comfy 16 week midwife appt a week tomorro and 20 week scan June 11th...lots to look forward to!also, my hubby has been away for a week and I get him back tomorrow - yay

 

[bumpyplease]

How is everyone? I have my 16 wk midwife apptmt tues hopefully she will listen to the hb as I haven't heard it yet, just seen it on the ultrasound so far :0)

 

[Islander]

I have mine on saturday good luck

 

[bumpyplease]

Thanks Hun I'll let you know what happens at the appt xx

 

[jennyanne83]

Hey Everyone,

Sooo it's been ages since I posted here, but I see the thread has been a little less active now we're all in the 2nd tri anyway!

I hope all's going well with everyone and bumps - it's sooo exciting that the bump is really showing now, and I'm starting to wear maternity jeans. I also bought these things called Belly Belt which allow you to extend the life of your usual trousers which is great. I'm also feeling little flutters each day now usually after eating, so I think that wakes him/her up!

I had my 16 week appt a few weeks ago and heard the HB again, but I have a doppler, so do my own weekly listen in which is lovely. I have my 20 week scan at 21 weeks on 21st May which I'm really looking forward to as it's been ages since the last scan!! We've decided to leave it a surprise though, so won't be finding out what we're having! If it was up to me we probably would, but hubby wants a surprise, so that's what we're getting as I'm happy to go along with what he wants.

Symptom wise, lately I've been getting up in the night really thirsty and needing to pee - this usually happens a couple of times in the night which is annoying, and only just started happening again since 18 weeks. It was also getting a bit difficult to pee a few days ago so I thought I might have cystitis, but that has gone off now.

I have also had some itching as I see a few of you have also been having, but I've been using Emu Oil on my belly to help which I've heard good things about. My appetite has also gone through the roof, and I keep stuffing myself too quickly which I later regret!!

Been buying a few bits and pieces for the nursery already, and have also decided on the pram I want (after lots of research), but will not buy it till later - getting the UppaBaby Vista which seems really good.

Hope you're all doing well??

to all!

xxx

 

[bumpyplease]

Wow you are nearly half way there Jenny!!!!

I had my 16 week apptmt today and heard hb for first time since I don't have a doppler....amazing!!! She said she was surprised how high my uterus is already but it's nothing to worry about. She said she expected it to be up to my belly button but it's much higher! Might be because I'm short. Anyone else been told this?

I haven't felt a thing yet and so many people are feeling their LO early!! I'm jealous haha can't wait!! Hopefully soon!

I've bought a couple of neutral bits and chosen my pram and nursery furniture but I prob won't buy it until I'm at least 6 months! Fun to start looking tho

 

[Twinkie210]

My fundal height with DS was always right on (or at least they never mentioned anything to me), but it makes sense that if you are short yours might me higher than most. Mine feels like it is right at my belly button right now. As for feeling the baby, if it is your first you tend to not feel it as soon as others. I was 20 weeks before I felt DS, but I swear I could feel occational flutters by 14 weeks this time. Now I can feel distinct kicks, but I am convinced that this one has a little attitude on him/her, LOL.

 

[bumpyplease]

So quiet in here, how is everyone?