(TEAM) Aphrodite - delivering Tigers in 2010

[2016]

Joli...cellular blankets are like those knitted/crocheted ones that are full of lots of tiny holes to reduce suffocation risk.

Tink...sorry about the pain no idea but might swimming/being in water help?

 

[Tinkerbell500]

I used sleeping bags for my boys from about 2 to 4 weeks after birth and found them great as they can't wriggle out of them or get them stuck over their faces. I used cellular blankets in the first weeks. I like the idea of swaddling though but my babies were really contented so there was no need really. Hope this helps.

 

[Joli]

Thanks 2016 and Tink, very helpful to know! I'll have to see if I can find cellular blankets here or maybe online - any favourite brands?

 

[2016]

I thought all cellular blankets were pretty much alike you can even buy them in tescos over here.

 

[Joli]

No tescos here I'll have to investigate!!

Thought you ladies might like this article: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1296361/Twins-prove-baby-survive-23-weeks.html

 

[Tinkerbell500]

2016..... Being in water does help a bit as I went swimming yesterday. Sitting on my birthing ball helps too. I think it's just something I will have to live with for the next 8 weeks! Hey ho..... It is a bit easier today but I'm seeing the midwife tomorrow so I'll speak to her about it.

I must admit my favourite baby range is by Mamas & Papas despite them being expensive! I love the quality and colours etc.

 

[Tinkerbell500]

Wow! Amazing article btw Joli! Hope the twins pull through without any disibilities. What a rollercoaster for the parents too.

 

[Joli]

I found the article really inspirational and it was also amazing to see what a 23/24 week old baby looks like!

 

[Devi#1]

thanks for all the info ladies ! I think I too with go with swaddling for the first few months.. & then sleep sacks..

joli - wow cool article.. amazing they survived.. so happy for the parents..

aurora - your doggie is so cute! gave him 5 stars!

 

[ClaireNicole]

Here are my new bump pics and some of the cute girly things I've bought! (by request) Sorry there are so many pics lol

Your going to have to excuse my nakedness!!! I didn't even feel like putting the pants on lol but I couldn't cover both AND take a picture

https://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/100_1758.jpg
https://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/100_1760.jpg
https://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/bumpcollage.jpg

and cute baby stuff
https://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/100_1756.jpg
https://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/100_1755.jpg
https://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/100_1754.jpg
https://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/100_1765.jpg
https://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/100_1764.jpg
https://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/100_1763.jpghttps://i751.photobucket.com/albums/xx153/Clairekundinger/100_1761.jpg

 

[2016]

Loving the purchases ClaireNicole! Pink-a-licious! My particular favourites are the grey and pink stripe set and the red kitty one! Awwww!
Your bump has grown loads and is looking fab too

 

[MommyMichele]

Had a rough day yesterday. GD test, FAILED, labor ward tour, and ended up going back later that night with some contractions. Had 2 bags of fluid, a shot, a VERY painful exam and I'm home. No idea what was starting them. Joke is Charlie likes the little red headed nurse that gave us the tour and was still there when we returned. Told him knock it off and he can flirt more with Whitney in September!

They have me on a med called Procardia, and it makes me feel like crap. Over heated, jittery, can't focus all that well, can't walk the greatest but I think I should adjust to it eventually. I have to see my Dr is a week.

We're ok, just resting.

 

[Tinkerbell500]

Woa Mommymichele! Sorry to hear things haven't been so good but am pleased t hear you are now home and resting. How scary for you. Hope you can adjust to the meds soon hun. Get a good book and put your feet up.

Clairenicole..... Lovely girly bump hun and some super cute lil outfits. I reckon I would have gone mad shopping for girly stuff this time round if I were expecting a pink bundle! I love all the cute little outfits for baby girls out there..... So much variety!

 

[MommyMichele]

Thanks Tink. PTL is nothing new to me but this meds is. It's not TOO bad I suppose.

 

[hibiscus07]

I love swaddling my newborn!! after they get a few weeks old Ill use blankets or a grow bag. But I feel swaddling is def the way to go!! plus it looks so cute! lol

also

Sorry for a selfish non baby related thread...but will you please vote for my dog? Thanks

https://mygsdog.com/wp-content/plug...g.php?img_id=103&post_id=998&order=most_voted

I gave him 5 stars! It looks like he's currently #2. Yay!

 

[Tinkerbell500]

Mommymichele..... It'll all be worth it in a couple of months when cute lil Charlie is here and in your arms gazing lovingly at his mummy! Hang in there hun!

 

[MommyMichele]

We have just over 60 days till the c-section, I can do this. Might sleep a bit more.

 

[ClaireNicole]

AWwwwww MM! Feel better! Its not that long to go so you tell Charlie to STAY PUT!

Wish I could help

 

[Joli]

MM - how scary! I hope you are feeling ok now, and do get lots of rest over the next 60 days!

ClaireNicole - SUCH cute clothes (my favourite is the jolly roger! haha) and SUCH a cute bump!! Your bump has gotten nice and round now.

Aurora - voted 5 stars! He's such a handsome dog!

 

[Joli]

oohh, I forgot to ask, have any of you ladies who have had babies in the past ever tried using post partum belly wraps afterwards to help your tummy get back to as normal of a shape as it can after birth? I've read about Belly Bandit.com and it seems pretty good... was thinking about ordering one for after birth...