September Snugglers 2016

[MummaMoo]

I'm not fully packed yet, but I have some baby clothes on there, some breast pads and mat pads. Believe me, it won't be long until I'm all packed up though, i'm getting impatient already! I need to pick the right time because of Sophie is around, she'll be rooting through it and pulling everything out as i'm trying to put it in!

Been to visit mum this morning, she had an operation on her back earlier this week so went to get some shopping for her. Came away with some presents - a pair of maternity PJ's and some vests and babygros for baby. I think Nanny is getting excited!

I have done a birth plan, but the details about pain relief etc isn't anything i'll want to stick to rigidly, it's more about the fact that I do NOT want to be surrounded by a bunch of medical students whilst being examined. They thought I'd be fine with it during my induction, but that particular doctor wasn't very gentle and/or sympathetic and I hated it. It was because of that I refused to be examined for AGES and ended up fully dilated on the antenatal ward.

 

[campn]

No bags packed here yet, although I've considered it! But I wanna do it once I wash everything and sort her clothes, blankets and all the stuff you pack for baby, but I bought something to wear after giving birth the other day cause the first thing I wanna do after the first few hours of delivery is put on my normal clothes and not that horrid hospital gown that flashes everything. I got a nursing shirt and maternity yoga pants cause I want to be warm and comfy (the hospital rooms are SO COLD!)

Last time I packed a bunch of stuff that I never used! I'm not using their pads or undies this time as they weren't comfy and the pad wouldn't fully stick on to the undies so it felt like a huge diaper falling off of my butt.


One thing that is important is makeup removal wipes (so I don't have to go to the sink and wash my face) and concealer! Everyone will snap a billion pictures of you after and I looked like I escaped the walking dead cast.

 

[campn]

I wanted to show you the progress of the nursery! I worked on the name all yesterday and it wasn't as hard as I thought it'd be. Now I need to make one for Ben, but maybe just put a big B above his bed as my kids tend to have such long names!

 

[Uni tsi]

Uni the word is stupid not brave! haha
I texted DH freaking out (again, so stupid) and he kept texting back like every minute so worried and freaking out asking all those questions. He was really concerned about the future of his junk. How considerate of him!

All I can say is LOL I will remember not to look!

Actually one of the first things I did was make DH look and report to me on what he saw. I'm pleased to say he was very sensitive of my feelings and told me everything looked just like normal. I don't really believe him but it was very nice of him to say so lol

 

[Uni tsi]

I've been slowly packing a few things as I think of them. I have a birthing outfit to wear instead of the awful gown. And some lavender oil and a heating pad. I think that's about it. But, now that it's been brought up, I feel inspired to go pick out a coming home outfit for little one. I think I might do that this afternoon. I support packing early because you never really know.

Campn, that is SO CUTE! I love the flowers on every letter. It looks amazing!

 

[campn]

Uni- Your DH is so sweet! Bless his heart! Mine would have definitely terrified me and joked about it :/

Oh I hear essential oils really could help! Peppermint and lavender would be my choice for sure. Oh I also hear about those painkilling/cooling sprays that aid in healing. I'll def try it!

Also breath mints!!!

 

[campn]

This is the shirt I ordered. I think it'll be amazing to keep me nice and covered but still easy access when I need to nurse. With my son I felt so exposed especially when visitors came.

Sweet Mommy Bamboo Simple Maternity and Nursing Long Sleeve Tee Shirt MUS https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JQAX96M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_yWdxxbC3NS2M8

 

[Uni tsi]

That's a great shirt. Love the design

 

[MummaMoo]

Oh see I'm wanting to pack EVERYTHING...... and NOW!!

LOVE the wall decoration Campn! It's as pretty as the name itself, gorgeous!!

I've got the main bag for myself, and have ordered a new nappy bag for the baby which I'll fill with the baby's stuff. I guess the good thing about an August baby is that I won't need my big fluffy dressing gown, I'll find a thin cotton one instead, no air con in the hospitals over here!!

Here's our new changing bag:-
Multifunctional Waterproof Mummy Baby Diaper Nappy Changing Bag (Beige) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00MWS2USI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dTfxxbCABRXH8

Also ordered a new moses basket mattress. Going to nag MrMoo to get everything out of the loft soon so I can get washing

 

[ciz]

ive not started packing yet. ive got a list which im slowly ticking off like pads etc. im aiming for 30 weeks then ill pack it all.

i remember being in labour with dd and honestly i wish i went to classes if only to help me learn to breathe the contractions out. i exhausted myself by the time things really got going. 4 days of basically screaming into the pillow cause of contractions then the 5th day a midwife FINALLY helped me breathe them out... still bloody hurt mind you but i felt less stressed and dd was less stressed. i opted for epidural in the end even though all the way through my pregnancy i was nope no epidural for me blah blah soon as i was 5cm gone i said get it in.
I bought a nightie which i thought would be ok.... that soon got taken off, stripped naked in front of midwives, epidural lot, oh so i could be put into a hospital gown. i really couldnt give a damn by this point if i stayed naked LMAO. my body was shaking uncontrollably after every contractions, really freaked my OH out bless him. I was terrified as when it comes to the epidural you have to be dead still. once the drugs kicked in i was "enjoying" the labour <--- that even possible haha, gas and air on the go too. OH sneaking me starburst sweets when midwife wasnt looking haha. BTW sweets or something sugary is a must in your bag, give yourself burst of energy. Oh and lip balm !!

by the time it came to pushing i felt nothing, just the pressure of her crowning but no pain! 20mins she was out without any foreceps etc. had 3 tears that needed stitching. after a few weeks i braved bathing with afew drops of tea tree oil in my bath. really helped heal down there quicker.

 

[amantila]

So speaking of hospital bags (I have not started packing mine at all), what do you all put in them? What resources did you use...is there a list out there someone that is particularly good/thorough? Anything you repeat mommies would suggest to pack or leave out from your own experiences? Help me start thinking about what things I need to be accumulating! :]

Campn...Juliette's room is going to be gorgeous! You must be very crafty. I love the flowers you used...so pretty and feminine and perfect! :]

 

[xanzaba]

Anyone feeling a bit sick lately? I woke up this morning with nausea and thought I was just hungry, but after breakfast and a mid-morning snack I'm still feeling quite ill. Yesterday I had another near fainting episode after going for a swim. I had my blood levels checked a couple of weeks ago, and I'm not anemic. My blood pressure has been low/normal but not unusually so (~110/70), but just a tad below where it normally is.

 

[mari35racz36]

I haven't even thought about packing my bag yet but I probably should start! I'm such a procrastinator. Maybe once I hit 30 weeks I get my bag started. I can't even remember everything I will need. Lol

Campn - I love the the nursery pic! Juliette is such a beautiful name and looks perfect on the wall

Xan - I've actually had a few nauseous days recently and no appetite. I don't know why because it's been quite some time since I've felt sick. I am think my iron is definitely low. Will be check at my next appt. I was anemic for almost 1.5 years after DS2 was born. I really don't want to be like that again. I also wonder if we feel sick because our stomachs are being so squished for baby starting to take up a lot of space. Sorry you don't feel well.

Not sure if I said it before, but Hubby and I have decided on a name. Our little boy will be Connor Nicholas Yay!!

 

[xanzaba]

Connor Nicholas is a great name! Connor was on my list, but turns out to be hard to pronounce for the French family.

 

[amantila]

Mari...love the name Connor! Every Connor I've ever met has been a wonderful person. Would have used the name Connor for our baby if I didn't already know a bunch! :]

 

[MeganS0326]

amantilla - my biggest tip for hospital bag is to bring lots of snacks. I brought snacks for hubby to have during labor but I did not account for us being in the hospital so long (7 days) and we quickly went through them. Thank goodness for visitors bringing us food!! This time I'm bringing the pantry

Campn - love the name and the nursery. So darling!

mari - Love Connor! Connor was on our short list when I was pregnant with Caleb.

We've picked our name now too. Our little girl will be Cora Joy! I can't wait to meet her! As of today I've made it to third tri too!!

 

[campn]

Mari- I love his name! It's so gorgeous and works for when he's a baby and when he's a grown up!

Aman- During my tour they gave me a list of what to pack and what they'll provide, but there are so many lists online! Also many people like the pads and undies the hospital provides but I didn't like them (too big/too saggy) so personally I'm bringing those overnight winged always pads and boxer shorts.

I recommend nursing bras and a nursing pillow if you're planning on breastfeeding, and nipple cream! Use it even if it doesn't hurt.

 

[Uni tsi]

Aman, definitely bring your own pads and some old/cheap underwear. The pads they provide at the hospital are like four inches thick. It's basically like wearing a diaper, compared to the ultrathin pads that are available these days. And unless you're a fan of big mesh granny panties, bring your own underwear that you don't mind ruining.

I think I'll also bring honey sticks this time, since it counts as a clear liquid.

Campn, thanks for the tip on bringing the nursing pillow. That's one I would have forgotten, but makes so much sense to have now that you mention it.

Love the names ladies! Connor and Cora Joy are both perfect names

 

[campn]

Uni- Everyone kept telling me how great the mesh undies are then I put them on they're slipping and sliding and the pad ain't sticking right and I got too overheated down there. I don't mind if there's lots of blood I'll change my normal pad every hour but I don't wanna deal with this!

One of my friends swore by wearing her hubbys boxer briefs she said everything was nice and collected in there.

I'm also bringing my belly band, it really helped push my postpartum belly in and help it shrink back and gave me some core strength so my back pain was so much better. I'd wear it for a few hours at a time though.

 

[MummaMoo]

Lovely names! Cora always reminds me of the little girl in Titanic

Yes, good idea about the nursing pillow. I found it awkward getting to grips with holding a newborn whilst feeding and juggling my big floppy boobs without any support last time.
I took isotonic sports drinks last time to keep me going and yes, plenty of snacks!
We packed moses basket fitted sheets for the bottom of their cots, but never used them, so probably won't bother this time.