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[Peach Blossom]

Yay!! Great news hon! So pleased. TAKE IT EASY!!! rest up and keep your little chilli seed safe and comfortable. Big big hugs honey. xxx

 

[Chilli]

Thanks Peaches - I'm trying to as much as one can with a 4 year old full of energy bouncing off the walls! Took her swimming on Friday - do you think that may have dislodged something... urgh the angst I just want these next few weeks to be done

 

[Peach Blossom]

It is possible Chilli. Are you still on the Cyclogest? This early it could still be implantation bleeding... Was it red blood? 8weeks is the crucial milestone as before that there is no blood flow between mother and baby. Once that is established the chances of a loss go down by a huge amount! Perhaps do art and crafts with your DS instead of physical activities... Easier said than done I know... Especially during half term! Here are some things you can try to relax a bit:
Warm bath (no hotter than 37 degrees) with lavender oil in
Lying down in a dark room for half an hour and visualising all your muscles relaxing one by one. Visualise an increased blood flow and oxygen to the uterus nourishing your baby.
Gentle yoga/breathing exercises.
I truly hope that everything works out for you this time lovely. Xxx

 

[Widger]

Chilli - I'm so pleased

Oh god, you talking about not relaxing takes me right back. The first 12 weeks were the longest I've ever had to endure. Even though had good scan at 9 weeks or so, I was still convinced that something would go wrong at my 12 week scan. I must admit that I did feel better after the 12 week scan, but I didn't truly relax more until I started to feel my little one moving about. Luckily for me that was quite early on. Relaxed more so after 20 week scan too.

I have every faith that this little chilli is a fighter. You try to relax as much as you can - I can imagine tricky with a little one running about. PeachB has great tips.

Will keep popping back to see how all is going.

PB - How is baby Lili doing?
BKlove - Hope your little boy is doing well xxx

 

[Peach Blossom]

Hey Widger Lili is good. She's 6lbs 4oz now! Still struggling with reflux, but the Gaviscon makes her constipated... It's a bit of a catch 24!! We start mother and baby yoga and massage next week!! Can't wait! How's your LO? Xx

 

[Chilli]

Thanks Widger & Peaches - I know you girls completely understand where I'm at - I think I'm going to drive myself a bit mad this week - definitely not safe to drive right now - keep having near misses! I'm hoping Widger that I've just had some randomn bleeding for no reason like you say.

I've been doing yoga for a couple of months now and it certainly helps, I'm also reading a really good book which is a great distraction - takes me back to my days of living in Barcelona when I really had no cares!

Can I ask you what you think about this: my OH wants to go to work on thursday and ask my Mum to go to the scan with me! I'm really upset as I think that being there is the least he can do considering the state I'm in and that my Mum is having enough put on her right now. He says he's worried about taking more time off, but I know that his work are very sympathetic and understanding... especially when they are sending him away for 2 whole weeks next month (nights and weekends). I just think he's shirking his responsibilities and as usual leaving me to carry all the emotional and physical load - makes me cross that he's a coward and I'm having to be strong again!

 

[Chilli]

Babycakes???????

 

[Peach Blossom]

Aw Chilli hon, I know how you feel. My OH wasn't there for a few of the 'big' scans and it was really tough. I kind of understood, but at the same time felt like it wasn't important to him or that he was trying to avoid dealing with the situation. He didn't realise how important it was to me that he was there with me. Once I told him how much i needed him there he made sure he was. Sometimes they need it spelling out to them. If it is important to you that he is there then make sure he knows that. After everything you guys have been through he'll understand. xx

 

[RobenR]

Chilli - you have a fighter who wants to meet his/her mummy! Fingers crossed for you!

 

[Widger]

I would be upset if my OH didn't come along too I must admit. He's probably just terrified. I know you are too and all you want is him there, so maybe just reiterate how you need him. Good luck for Thursday. How many weeks will you be? xx

 

[Chilli]

That pretty much sums it up Widger - my Mum says it's because men can't bear to be in a situation when they can't do anything to put it right for you! Grrrr - still no excuse!

I'm 8 weeks 2 days today so will be 8 weeks 5 days on Thursday which is a day more than the furthest we've got with any of our angels - I'm so scared!!!! My symptoms seem to be increasing but half the time I'm not sure if I'm just imagining each twinge and pain - don't get me wrong - I like to feel something because when it all stops that's when it's dangerous for me. I'm sure I can psych myself into feeling little cramps in my groin - or do I really feel them and just stop noticing them they are so constant? I'll be loopy lala by thursday!

 

[Peach Blossom]

Chilli, try to keep calm and relaxed... Tough, I know!!! I really hope that all goes well on Thursday. I'll be checking this thread constantly for news!! Big big xxx

 

[RobenR]

Chilli, like Peach I will be checking nonstop to see what your news is. Can't wait to hear! Good luck sweetie!

 

[Baby-Cakes]

Hi Ladies, had my little man on Friday after being induced. Alfie James 9lb 1oz!! 2 1/2 hr labour and home 3 hrs after, bliss!!

Chilli my heart nearly jumped out of my mouth catching up on this thread, so glad your lo is hanging in there and sending every positive vibe to you. It's so hard like all the ladies have said, I had constant period pain from pos test to around 20/22 wks. Will keep checking for news xxx

 

[Chilli]

Yeah Baby-cakes - you must be on top of the world!!!!! So glad to hear all went well - took his time though eh? Your oldest son looks so pleased. Big congratualtions

 

[Peach Blossom]

big congrats Baby-Cakes!! What a quick labour!! I thought I was fast! haha. So happy for you! big

Chilli, did you talk to your OH? Is he coming with you?

 

[Chilli]

Yes he is peaches - I think he just needed a couple of days to pysch himself into it - he has also told his lovely boss why which is good as he is very understanding and will hopefully not send my OH away too much for next few weeks/months.

Your facebook pics of Lili are so lovely - she really reminds me of Joss when she was newborn - lots of lovely black hair.

 

[Rebaby]

It's been such a long time since i posted on this thread, just wanted to stop by and see how everyone is doing.

Congratulations on your baby boy babycakes

And Peaches- i've just seen a pic of Lili on your journal and she's beautiful, i know it's a bit late but congratulations anyway

Chilli- you know i have everything crossed for you

 

[Chilli]

Thanks Rebaby - likewise!

 

[Peach Blossom]

Glad your OH changed his mind Chilli. Have everything crossed for you tomorrow.

Rebaby!! You're pg again! Congrats honey. Hope all is well.

Sending lots of and out to you all!!