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[jenny25]

Thank you all so much I know I'm not really with it just now with everything that's going on with the flat and Paul's work I'm knackered so it's hard to function at the moment i actually weighed myself I've lost 1/2 stone as well so I need to slow down xxx

 

[filipenko32]

Croy I am on the Roids now I started taking them at 2dpo. I definitely do think it was a sign for you to test early! You must be so excited now!
Jen, yeah slow down hun, it's so stressful moving even tho it's exciting but don't lose too much weight x x

 

[heart tree]

Jen you need to rest and eat! Seriously. Don't over do it. This baby boy of yours is too important.

Fili, I can't wait for you to join us. I really hope the Clomid did the trick! So glad you are back. I missed your upbeat posts. xo

I'm am immersed in all things baby right now. I'm putting together a spread sheet for my husband of all the things we need, the cost, and where to buy them. As a former project manager, it's the best project I've ever worked on! My husband is still a project manager (it's how we met!) and he responds well to budget spreadsheets!

 

[croydongirl]

Ladies I have a question about crib mattresses - Are you investing in organic ones? They are at least double if not more than regular ones, but everything I have read about SIDS has mentioned the chemicals in them as a possible cause and it makes sense. SIDS increases after the first couple of months, and this is often when babies are put to sleep in their own beds after being in bassinets or co sleepers. And their little faces are right against the mattress for hours breathing in the chemicals and whatever else is in there.

I am conflicted. And on a budget, so we are trying to make the best decision for our bubs

 

[filipenko32]

That's really interesting croy, I would think that's a good point about the chemicals in matresses and I think being pal we are always going to be extra cautious. However I slept on a normal mattress as a baby and.. Oh actually best get an organic one then!!! X

 

[filipenko32]

BUMMMMMMPPPPPY where are you? I just wanted to ask if your boobs hurt at any point with this pregnancy? Mine are hurting a little at the moment. When I get pregnant usually just one boob hurts so I think that is a bad sign now. Sometimes I think I havent had any pain. Did you have any sickness either?

 

[croydongirl]

ha ha! I am not sure if they were made of the same things when we were little. I certainly didn't sleep on anything organic, but I was in the UK where the chemical standards seem to be stricter anyway, and back in the day things were made a bit more naturally because some of the newer chemicals especially the fire ******ant chemicals were not around.

I guess more research is on the cards! And talking to hubby to see what he thinks. He is a practical kinda guy so I am sure he will have great thoughts on it.

 

[hopeful23456]

Croy- I got this one at bru- had 1 bad review but that guy probably had a shitty crib he said the mattress sagged but everyone else said it was good
https://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11306119

Fili- so happy you are back! Hoping you r pregnant! Are you starving on the roids?

Heart- is there a just between friends sale by you? The one around here is in April I think? I love how organized you are!

 

[petitpas]

Croy, I haven't read much about mattresses except that the memory foam ones should never be used new with a baby. They need months of airing to be ok. This is the same for the parents' mattress as you will invariably have the little one in bed with you at some point.

I have no idea what mattresses we got - one came with the cot my friend gave us but is old enough that I am sure it is well aired, the other came with my co-sleeper. I need to check that one so thanks for reminding me!

Fili, it is lovely to have you back! Here's some for your tww fxfxfxfxfx

AFM, I'm lying here in bed at 11pm absolutely exhausted (no afternoon nap today) and eating foreign liquorice. Me, have a craving? Never!

Bumpy, how scary! I hope it was a one-off back door bleed for you. Unfortunately, I have that experience weekly now
If I went to term and had a bloody show I am not sure I would even notice...

 

[filipenko32]

Croy def think it's worth looking into when you put it like that.
Hopeful :wave: yes I am starving it is horrible I can't get enough food. Been drinking tea and chewing gum like violet off Charlie and the chocolate factory!! Not working too well though! Trying to my 'starvation' since I know I have had enoh calories today! X
Pip hope you get a good night's sleep tonight and enjoy your foreign liquorice! x x

 

[daviess3]

Good fili you? Pleased u had good hols how exciting to test !! We need daily pics! How many dpo will u b in 5 days??
I'm jealous of ur sales? I still haven't brought a thing! Don't think it's sunk in still! I feel like I can't except it! X

 

[filipenko32]

Hi Davies :wave: I'm 4/5 dpo now so I'll be 9/10! Can't believe I can test already! I got some jelly like cm which was a sign last time but because I am on the clomid now I don't know if that is just because of the clomid. . Look at you 22 weeks already! It is going so fast! You should accept it cos you're gonna be a mummy really soon!! X x

 

[heart tree]

Croy I just decided on a crib mattress a few hours ago. I'm getting the Moonlight Slumber Little Dreamer:

https://www.rightstart.com/moonlight-slumber-little-dreamer-mattress-allfoam-dual.html

It isn't organic, but it is free of chemicals and toxins. In the Baby Bargains book they talk about foam vs. coil mattresses and they consulted with experts on the foam issue. As long as the mattress is firm, it's ok that it is foam. This mattress has an extra firm side for an infant and then you can flip it for a toddler that is firm, but a bit softer. It's gotten excellent reviews and the price isn't outlandish. What's also nice about this is that it is light so changing the sheets won't be as hard as a coil one. Baby Bargains recommends it as their mid-price pick and all the reviews I've read have been raves.

I think we have our girl's name picked out! It has been my #1 choice for a while now. I gave Tim a list of names that I liked before he went to Europe and he liked that same one. He told me he was trying it on for size while in Europe. I'm so excited we both agreed immediately on the first name. We're still going to keep looking to see if we can beat this one. But if not, we're both very happy with this choice. Now we just need a middle name. Sorry, the name is a surprise.

 

[heart tree]

Thanks Hopeful! There is a Just Between Friends sale coming up in mid-May. I'll be good and preggo by then! Great suggestion.

The other sale that was today doesn't list a fall date. If it's October 13, it will be the day after my birthday. Maybe baby girl and I will go birthday shopping in October for her/me!

 

[filipenko32]

Aww heart I was reading your post really quickly as I wanted to know her name!! Then you said it was a surprise haha! So happy you've picked a name, Im calling her princess Nestler for now then!
Well I am about 6 dpo and I think I just got the faintest of lines on my hpt - it could be an evap though as I don't think it's even possible to get one this early is it.. Unless I. Ov'd earlier? Who knows, will keep testing though. I'm no way sleeping tonight I got bad jet lag so listening to Michael jackson's hits on MTV and b and b ing!

 

[filipenko32]

Does anyone think smooth crminal is the best Michael Jackson song?If anyone lives near London then the west end is showing a michael Jackson tribute called 'Thriller' which is brilliant! Not really a big fan but like his music and that show. It's really worth seeing, it runs through his life and the singing and dancing is so good!
Heart on the plane home I watched a film called Like Crazy and I thought it was going to be the cheesiest romance ever. But I kept persevering and it was actually really moving! So recommend you try and get hold of that heart while you're on bed rest. films are such a fab way to pass the time aren't they. What else did I watch... Erm oh 'Drive' don't recommend that so awful. Friends with Benefits is good too. I'm such a rom com fiend, I actually laugh at the jokes on films like that! Oh dear! You'll probably have much better taste but just thought that films would be good for you while you're resting.

 

[hopeful23456]

Fili- I have never flown so far but can imagine the jet lag is awful! I feel it when just going to the east coast here.
Smooth criminal is great song, not sure my fave MJ song?
How was cirque de s?
Ever see the movie It's Complicated? Meryl Streep, good chick flick

Pip- hope you are getting some sleep! I don't like licorice but you make it sound so good makes me want to try the kind you are eating

Heart- mattress you chose is awesome, love it. Can't wait to hear the name! You are so lucky you and Tim both like it. I bet it's beautiful.

 

[heart tree]

Fili can we see this 6dpo test??? I'm in withdrawal.

I really do like Smooth Criminal. MJ has never been my favorite but I do like a lot of his songs and he was a master at his art.

Thanks for the movie recommendations. Tim watched Friends with Benefits on his flight to London.

I saw It's Complicated too. It's really good.

Tim just went grocery shopping. I made the list and off he went like a good boy! Bed rest has its perks.

 

[filipenko32]

Oh I'll watch it's complicated then. Tim's so good! He will have two ladies to run around after soon! Well it's so faint but I can def see pink although it could be an evap line, I will try and post it tomorrow but doubt it will come up. I've got such tight pulling feelings too but could be rusty down there as not had a period since last November!

 

[heart tree]

Oh I hope it's real and not an evap!!!!

Tim not only did the food shopping but just called and said he was going to pick up some of our favorite take out food. What a guy!

I was just reading two posts on the second tri thread where women said their husband's told them they were going to leave them! Can you imagine? Never in a million years would that happen to my relationship after all we've been through to get this baby. It made me sad that these women chose to reproduce with men that would do that. Sad.