IVF Babies Due April/May/June 2011 #3 [Archive] - Bub Hub Pregnancy & Parenting Forum

josi

06-01-2011, 10:44

Morning ladies!!

sydney - so sorry to hear about all of your bad luck lately. The tree sounds a bit dangerous... I can't believe the council won't let you cut it down. I'm looking at the CX9 as we are in the market for a new car. Our problem is that we can't open car doors fully in our garage so may need to get one with sliding doors... but they all seem huge!! i keep saying to DH that we would have to have a few more kids to fill a car like tha up - ha ha. I hope your back feels better soon.

Sharlsmum - :smiliedance:. Congratulations on a boy and girl!!!! Welcome to the club!! We were so excited to find out about ours... It is such a life changing moment.

Kim - I'm so sorry about your rabbits. Loosing pets is just so hard.

Mya - congratulations on the girls. You will have a household full. I am one of 3 sisters and it is wonderful to grow up together, sharing clothes etc. The boys have come in now that we are all married off so it evens out in the end (though my dad did always insist on a boy dog and now treats the son-in-laws like the sons he never had). I was on clexane for the first 3 months and really feel for you still being on it. Ouch that needle stings!

Hayles - i'm glad you had a good trip. That would have been so lovely. How scarey it must have been to see some blood. I'm so glad it was nothing to worry about. We've stopped DTD as I'm too scared now in the 3rd trimester... paranoid I know...

Anenome - Glad you had a good, relaxing week away. it sounds like your boss will be pretty good with whatever you need for Mat leave. just do what feels right (although maybe slow down the more active job a bit).

:wave: Hi to Ange, Carrington, Bourbon, Simone, B1&B2, Lychee, helstar, zultbear, lulus mum, winzy, tntbub and everyone else I've missed. I hope you are all doing well as you get bigger and bigger and this all becomes more of a reality. It is exciting to see all of the ladies in the Jan/Feb/Mar thread starting to have their babies... not long for us now!!

AFM - 1 more week until I am on maternity leave!!!!! Yep, count down is on and I've already started handing stuff over and slowing down a bit. I feel like I now need to get my head into 'baby world' and start setting up the nursery etc. We haven't got ANYTHING yet!! I'm starting to become and ebay addict but am also wondering if i should just waltz into a baby shop and get it. What do you think are the important items to get new vs second hand?? DH says I'm doing too much research, but I'd prefer to know what I'm buying - particularly for strollers etc..

Well i had my 28 week 3D scan. Everything is all good!! Both bubs were so cute, their heads down and basically knocking against each other - there aint much room in there!! The cutest thing was the little girl started sucking her thum while we were watching and then almost trying to suck ON her brotherthrough the membrane - AMAZING. We didn't get very good photos though as they were so close to each other and so wriggly. Also got our GTT test results back - all clear, phew!! The only thing is I still have a low lying placenta which could mean a ceasar. I'm about to book into active birth yoga classes and don't know what to do. I'm worried that I'll feel like a bit of a failure, or not a failure but just sadder, if I do 8 weeks of them and then have a ceasar, or if half way through the course i'm told ceasar it is as I'm pretty high odds ceasar. A the same time, if I do have a natural birth, I would want to have done this course :gonnagetit:. Not sure what to do.
Josi

bourbon11646

06-01-2011, 10:51

GTT stands for Glucose Tolerance Test which checks for gestational diabetes.

Lol on the birth videos freaking out our dhs!! What about us haha funny we comfort our men instead of other way around. I reckon if they had to give birth there would be no more s*x for the risk they might get pregnant lol :-)

As for shortness of breath someone mentioned, I have been getting that too. It's from our diaphragm being crushed under the weight of bubs moving upwards.
No heartburn yet though for me..

bourbon11646

06-01-2011, 10:58

Ps: I'm having the initial glucose 1hr test this morning, if that's abnormal I do the 2nd GTT like anemone said, I just call them both the same name. Sorry for any confusion lol!
Raindrop is doing somersaults now, my whole stomach moves! Imagine after I drink the sugar drink lol!

Hayls70

06-01-2011, 11:15

bourbon- good luck with your GTT today! hope you only have to do the one! Hey, won't be long til your baby shower!! I've told my GF's I just want to go out for lunch so that's what we're going to do..probably go to Trigg Island Cafe. Looking at mid to end of Feb also.

josi- I think I'm turned off DTD now too!! If you feel like doing the preg/birth yoga why don't you try it and see how you go..can't hurt? If you end up having a ceasar at least you'll know you've done all you could and it's only got to be good for you! I keep telling myself I'm going to start yoga but I can't seem to get it together! I get worn out from my morning walks now..x ps. YAY for maternity leave!!..you won't know yourself!

anemone- Happy New year to you too x Wow, working up til 36 weeks..I just can't imagine working at all now:laughing:!! I take my hat off to you and all the ladies that are still working!!

sandramm- yes I've been getting the shortness of breath for a while now. Infact when I went in for the 19 week scan my OB made the comment how my uterus was alot higher up than the average because I'm a shorty..so she's taking up more space!! We just have to take it a bit easy!

afm- not as humid in Perth today Thank God!! It was 90% yesterday..no wonder we were all b*ggered!! Going out for lunch with a GF today..decided I am going to start just having salads through the day as I find eating normal size meals too much!! How are you guys going in the food department? are you finding that you can't eat as much without feeling sooo full and uncomfortable?

sandramm1

06-01-2011, 11:29

tnt- I am guessing boy for you too- to even up the genders in here.

anemone- Yes even though my job can at times be quite sedentary it is still hard dragging my increasingly wider bottom to work each day, especially after enjoying some great stress free time over christmas. Plus I just want to nest.
Definitely get on to that thrush asap.
I am trying to sort out whether to take PPL or the baby bonus. Have used the online calculators and entered in data that differs slightly and it told me a different thing each time- one said PPL was better for us and another said the baby bonus was better. Need to make time to ring centrelink and see if they have someone that can help explain it to me.

Josi- Yay for only 1 more week at work.
As for what you could buy second hand versus new:
*carseats should be new as you never know if they have been in a car accident
*cot could be second hand but I personally would get a new mattress to go with.
*changetable- second hand is fine
* stroller- depends how much use it has had and how old it is, some of the newer ones especially for twins are much more compact and lighter.

Bourbon- yep was me that mentioned shortness of breath- worried me at first but have adjusted to it now. Hope you have finished your test by now and all is good- no vomiting.

Hayls- enjoy your lunch out today. I find some meals I am really hungry and then other times I cant eat as much. I try and eat a good lunch and then smaller amount at dinner- also helps reduce any indigestion.

sandramm1

06-01-2011, 11:39

Hayls70

06-01-2011, 11:49

Just keeping in the new thread!!

sandramm1

06-01-2011, 11:51

I am currently trying to find a nice baby record book hopefully that covers from birth to age 5. Does anyone else have one or a recommendation? Alot of the ones I have found are American with american spelling- would prefer an aussie or english one.

bourbon11646

06-01-2011, 12:08

Sandra - that's a good idea a baby record book or even a nice photo album - one more thing to add to my list lol.

I'm sitting at western dismissive getting sleepy and bored! I've got 20 min more then the blood test.
It's hard to believe all I (and you) went through in the TTC days with constant blood tests etc. My veins were in a bad way!
Thank god today's blood test is for a more happy reason.

bourbon11646

06-01-2011, 12:10

That's western diagnostics stupid iPhone lol

LillyPonds

06-01-2011, 12:23

HI Ladies

Thanks to you all who replied to my GD GTT question. I remember having the GTT back with my first 2 and they made me drink anout 400ml's of a lime soft drink which I think is the glucose drink. I don't remember the having a BT before doing that test so perhaps it's all changed in 10 years lol.

Josi - Maternity leave already. Wow time certainly is flying. I guess we are all on the count down to maternity leave lol. I agree with sandramm1 about the car seat. Get a new one as I believe they are only within Australian standards for 10 years. After that it's out of "date" safety wise.

Anemone - I can't for the life of me remember what you wrote in the other thread. I'm blaming baby brain for that one lol. But def get on top of the thrush. It can't be at all comfortable for you.

I forget who asked who me when the big move was I think it was Anemone??? Any way we pick up the keys 2 weeks today. Our current place is a mess with boxes and stuff everywhere. I hate living like that. Just want to hurry up and move and get away from the new bogans across the road with her bratty kids lol.

Lychee

06-01-2011, 20:36

Hi Ladies

Happy New Year!!!! :celebrate: So hard to believe that we are all having babies this year. So exciting :hyper:.

Well I am going to make my bubhub new years resolution to post more often!

DH and I have just got home after being away for Xmas and NYE. Spent time with family on the North Coast. Luckily for me my SIL is UTD too so we had each other to be sober with while our DH’s had all the fun. My father organised a ‘intro to calm birth’ class for us all while we were there with a local midwife/doula. Was really great to learn a bit about labour and that it isn’t always painful. She showed us part of a DVD called ‘Orgasmic Birth’ or something like that where some women actually orgasm during labour. Ahh awkward :freakingout:.

We also spent a few days with DH’s family. It was intense. MIL is so excited about the impending arrival of her first grandchild. If I was sitting or standing still she had her hand on my tummy. Didn’t matter if bubs was kicking or not. I found it to be a little too much and made me feel uncomfortable. I don’t mind people touching my tummy if they are saying hi or bye or if invited to feel a kick but to just walk up to me and stick a hand there for ages was a bit much. Couldn’t say anything to her though. Thank goodness they live 8 hours away!

Anyway we had to cut our trip short as I had my hosp appt today. Last appt the Midwife said she wanted me to see an OB next visit to work out whether I needed an Anti D shot (for RH Negative factor) as both DH and I are neg blood group. Anyway the whole appt seemed like a waste of time to me as the OB was barely interested and had us in and out in about 5 mins (not including the hour wait). We were advised we wouldn’t need the Anti D shot. After we left I realised that nothing had been mentioned about doing a GD test which I thought had to be done between 24-28 weeks so it will be too late by my next appt. Not sure whether I should ring them and ask or not. What do you ladies think? Also the OB said I wouldn’t get another scan unless there was a problem so I have booked in for a 3D/4D ‘bonding’ scan tmw. Yay. Although it’s not medical it’s just going to be awesome to see bubs again.

I have been getting pretty bad reflux and heartburn at times too like some of you other ladies. A few people have told me that it means I am going to have a baby with a head full of hair. Time will tell!!! Am feeling bubs kicks everyday and a couple of rolls although there are quiet periods. Seems the best time for wiggling around is in the morning or at night when I’m trying to sleep. My bump is also getting huge! We should upload some bump pics soon?!?!

Oh does anyone watch Giuliana & Bill on Foxtel? So sad watching others go through their IVF journey. Get so emotional watching anything on TV that includes TTC, PG or labour and birth.

Have kept up with everyone, reading regularly and will attempt to do some personals next time :yes:. Gees what a hickelty pickelty all about me post ;)

Lychee

B1B2

06-01-2011, 22:29

Hi Everyone!:hyper:that icon is just so cute, had to use it!!

Sandramm - I have a lovely baby book which I've used diligently for DD, it's called " Our baby's album The First Five Years",by Virginia Reynolds (Record keeper and photograph album) I was given it and haven't been able to find it in a shop, but have ordered it through Amazon for ~$30 as gifts for friends. It has heaps of room for photos and is really well structured, plus it has a hard cover box/sleeve so it doesn't get ratty! I will be looking to get 2more copies for my twins.

Kim - well done on all the Kmart shopping, they do have excellent maternity wear at a really reasonable price, I love their tshirts especially. So sorry to hear Sumo didn't manage to stay clear of the myxo, sad time for you.:hugs2:

Lychee - so cool of your father to organise that class for you, although orgasmic labour is something I haven't heard of before!!! I know what you mean about people touching your tummy, some people although only excited and caring seem to think the "bump" is public property I reckon! I often feel a bit uncomfortable about it. Yay for your "Bonding scan" will be nice to see bubs again.

Bourbon - hope your GTT went well.

Hayls70 - I get full so quickly after meals too, which will only get worse! although then get really an hour or so after, seem to always need a late night yogurt fix!

Josi - Do the birth class, either way you will be happy you learnt about it. In the birth classes I teach I always tell people to be flexible in their expectations of their labour/birth, as nobody knows how fast/slow they will progress or if you'll end up needing a caesar. The only important thing is the baby's wellbeing, and the mummy's of course. Ebay is great for picking up all sorts of things for bubs, I'm an addict!! I recommend going to a baby shop and trying everything out though so that you know what you're buying if you decide to do it online. Because you use a stroller so much I recommend buying new, you never know how people "drive" their strollers and they don't have a terrifically long life. I've researched twin strollers:detective: heaps and am happy with my BJ City Select purchase because of the versatility of using it with capsules or bassinets or seats, and it's good for walking the streets/parks as well as not being too big in the shops.

Zultbear - good luck with your move, never fun, but will be great once it's all done!:)

Sharlsum - well done on the girl/boy combo!:highfive:

Mya - exciting about your family of girls! I'm from a family of 3 girls & 1 boy, a fun household to grow up in. Hope you're well. I'm finding the twin pregnancy much harder than my first bub, everything seems sore and am so uncomfortable at night already, oh well, all for a great cause!

AFM - It was DD's 3rd b'day today! Had a lovely day, despite the rain, I kept my promise and took her to the local pool where she went on the little waterslides time and time again, while Mummy enjoyed wading in the cool water (& Mummy's veins thoroughly appreciated the hydrostatic pressure!!) We are having a little party on sunday, hoping the rain will stop so we can have it at the park playground. I'm sleeping terribly, spend the hours after 2am tossing and turning and even got up and read a book this morning at 4am on the couch! bubs are kicking well and I love feeling them moving. Been looking at booster seats for DD, she is really tall and needs a new seat, but hard to find one that's not too wide and allows room for 2x safe n sound unity capsules across the backseat too! Joined the Multiple Birth Assoc and will attend an expectant parents info night soon which is exciting. I finish work in 3 more weeks, can't wait, I'll be 28 weeks then, early I know but Obs very keen for me to finish then considering twins, I worked till 37 weeks with DD..... crazy! Well off I go, hopefully to have a good sleep!:fingerscrossed:

Hi to everyone else!

Mya

07-01-2011, 01:06

thanks everyone for the well wishes and congrats. I am enjoying this journey and BIB2, you are so right, I was full of energy with DD but I feel almost to term already. Have that waddle, and my tummy is large. Most people suspect I am almost due.

I have a question for ALL of you (esp for the twin mothers due to the weight). Does anyone have swollen vagina lips / labia minora? I am OK sitting down and relaxing, but when I stand for long periods of time or simple shopping, I feel like my whole smoo is going to fall out. Are any of you experiencing this?

;)

LillyPonds

07-01-2011, 06:42

Hi Ladies

I'm a bit concered with the desicion from my OB for me to stop diabex. I'm worried if I do stop it something will happen to bubs.

When going through IVF Dr De Ambrosis said i was to take it through the whole pregnancy as well. I'm not 100% sure why exactly I'm on it only that it has something to do with my PCOS.

I don't know if I should call his rooms and ask his opinion or what. I'd never forgive myself if I stopped and something happened.

sandramm1

07-01-2011, 07:45

zultbear- the glucose test still involves a 300ml bottle of lemonade flavoured drink, wait one hour not moving around, then a blood test. I didnt have a blood test before the drink.
I would definitely ask your current doctor about his reasons for taking you off diabex and talk through your concerns with him, and if still not happy seek a second opinion.

Lychee- sounds like you had a nice break away at the Coast with family, although I too would be weirded out by MIL putting hands on my tummy for extended periods.
I would ring them and ask about the glucose test just to be on the safe side.
I have just discovered Giuliana and Bill- brings back so many memories about TTC.
Good luck with your 3D scan- it will be wonderful spying on bubs. lol

B1B2- Thanks for the recommendation on the baby book- will google it today. Sounds like your daughter had a lovely day at the pools (as did mummy). I hope you had a good sleep last night.

Mya- wow must be a weird experience feeling like your 'smoo' is going to fall out. I havent experienced that- but then again I only have one bubs inside of me.

AFM: Thank goodness its Friday and another week is gone!!! Another week closer to bubs. I am trying to get stuff sorted at work- mat leave, baby bonus vs PPL, making sure everything is in order.

sydney29

07-01-2011, 07:49

Hey Laides,

I will be 18 weeks tom. Yesterday I was all bloated and felt soo pregnant all of a sudden this morning I wake up and feel absolutely normal and not pregnant at all. I have a anterior placenta so I havent felt any movements and my u/s was 3 weeks back ( at 15 weeks )and I have another 10days of waiting till my next u/s and i am beginning to worry that is everything fine. I am :freakingout:

sharlsum

07-01-2011, 09:20

HI Sydney- how are you babe wow 18 weeks as well we are so close in dates babe don't stress to much i'm sure everything is fine with bub did you hear i'm having a girl and boy so excited and over the moon xxxx

AFM went shopping with dd yesturday to buy some baby clothes and ect was such a wonderful feeling to buy baby stuff it still dose not feel real lol i'm so greatful for this blessing from god and i just hope that everything goes well and bub's are both hear safe heathly and happy when the time is right, now that i have started shopping i don't want to stop gee will send DH broke lol hope everyone is doing well and it won't be long b4 we all have bub's in our arms sharing our love with them just a quick question anyone else in june find out genders as yet xxxx:smiliedance:

sydney29

07-01-2011, 09:33

Sharlsum - CONGRATS that awesome news.... I am sure you are very excited... did you already have your morphology scan?

KimInMellie

07-01-2011, 09:59

Sydney, try not to stress about the day-to-day size difference right now. Around 17 weeks is when I REALLY started to show but it was definitely coming and going for a bit. I have the pics to prove it - we were in Vanuatu that week and Bump was playing peek-a-boo in the photos. My steady-eddie bump didn't settle in until about 20 weeks.

Zult, I don't know anything about Diabex but it wouldn't hurt to call your FS to see what he says. One word of caution, though: I have a friend who was on Clexane during her BFP cycle and her FS told her she'd be on it to 36 weeks or so (maybe it was 30, but anyway, it was a long while). Her OB told her to stop it at 15 weeks. When she questioned him, he told her she had to decide who her doctor was now -- him or the FS. I don't think he was mean about it, but the OBs do tend to think they know best how to get the baby to term and healthily delivered. It's a tough one. :hugs:

Mya, I haven't experienced 'falling smoo' myself but I've read other women describe it in just the same way. It's not uncommon and has to do with increase blood volume & flow down there. (Google 'vulvodynia'.) Sounds pretty darn uncomfortable.

Lychee, I would be really weirded out about MIL (or anyone) constantly putting their hand on my belly. I've only had someone touch my bump once, thankfully. Perhaps I put out a Do Not Touch vibe. :shame: Bizarre that the MW didn't know about the anti-D herself. It's only when mum is Rh- and Dad is Rh+ that it's an issue. The 3D scan sounds like fun! We should def upload bump pics -- I'll get on it today. :)

Sandra, thanks for the reminder about baby books! I'd totally forgotten about that.

A question for you ladies having a SURPRISE: What are you doing about baby clothes? I've only got a few things ATM b/c it's nearly impossible to find gender-neutral stuff these days. I figure I'll get a 1 week supply max (and wash & wear for several weeks) then get the rest after bub is born.

Love to all!

Hayls70

07-01-2011, 12:05

hey gals!!

Mya- With the whole Smoo question!..I got a shock the other day when I had the spotting, I did a little self examination before getting checked out and I couldn't believe how swollen I am down there!! I cant say I feel like anything is about to fall and I hadn't realized I was swollen til I checked it out!! I guess it's from all that extra blood flow we have going on.

sharlsum- you go girl!! shopping for bubs is exciting and still very surreal!

lychee- that sounds a bit uncomfy having MIL hold your tummy for such a long time. I find when anyone puts their hand on my tummy I kinda hold my breath a bit and have to remember to relax so if someone was doing it for a long period I'd get quite uncomfy I think! As you said, lucky she's not there all the time!
I watch Guilianna and Bill too..I havent seen it of late so hoping she gets success soon!

B1B2- sounds like we're on the same par...I had a few mouthfuls of yoghurt late last night!!! Glad you had a luvly day with your DD for her birthday,wouldve been so nice wading in the pool, I use a squirty bottle on my Veiny legs when I'm sitting under the fan!

Sydney- Try not to worry chicky, I have an anterior placenta too and I didn't start to feel her til 19weeks and even then it was sporadic! I would have a quiet couple days and freak out!..but at that early stage you won't always feel anything. I'm now nearly 29weeks and she still has her quieter days...well, days that I don't feel her as much but she is definately more consistent now. Sometimes when I was worried I would have something sugary and lay on my back for awhile (side seems to work better now!) ..but as I said, some days she was just QUIET!!

zultbear- call your doctor and let him know what your OB wants you to do.It'll give you peace of mind! I remember when I first went to my OB and I was still on some medications from fertility clinic that normally you are weaned off by then and she thought I could be weaned off but told me to continue as my FS had advised..after all, they got us to this stage!

afm- having a lazy day at home today..need to do some cleaning I think!

lauralollipop

07-01-2011, 12:28

Just checking in with you all ..HAPPY NEW YEAR:smiliedance:

I have posted in the March thread, am too lazy to post again, just wanted to say hi:wave:
xxx

bourbon11646

07-01-2011, 12:39

KinM - im having a gender surprise and im just buying neutral colours (white, yellow, green mainly) and only things like singlets and onsies etc. When i find out what sex the baby is then ill get some cute shorts, tops, skirts whatever but until then just simple onsies. It is hard otherwise like you said to find neutral clothes.

Sydney - Happy '18 week womb-day' to your little munchkin! :laughing: Try not to worry about not feeling movement yet ive heard it can take quite a while with anterior placentas. Also i too feel pregnant one day and not the next. Usually when waking up like ive flattened the bump sleeping! But it soon reminds me when i look in the mirror!

Sandra - you sound like youre in nesting mode, good on you for getting stuff organised, will make it easier down the track when youre more heavily pregnant and the only thing you feel like doing is nothing!

Zult - I just read up on the net about Diabex and pcos, pregnancy. Is it just for your pcos or do you have issues with diabetes/insulin levels too? From what i read just about all the websites said to stay on Diabex the whole pregnancy if you are diabetic but only for the first trimester if its pcos related. And then you should be weaned off it not just stop cold turkey. I would have thought theyd definately do the glucose test for you not only to check for gestational diabetes but to give a more accurate decision on whether to stay on Diabex or not. Abnormal blood glucose levels can cause birth defects so if the glucose test came back positive then diabex could help you but if not you are probably safe to be weaned off it after the first trimester. Id definately check with your FS for their opinion too.

Mya - the increased blood flow 'down there' is most likely causing your smoo problems! I had swollen 'bits' at the beginning of my pregnancy but now its back to normal.

B1B2 - Happy Bday to your DD! The pool sounds so lovely and cool and relaxing! Ive been sleeping terribly too especially as my belly gets bigger so i cant imagine having two in there! Im glad you finish work in 3 weeks and can rest up more :yes:

Lychee - sounds nice visiting your family on the north coast, except for the MIL with her hand on your bump the whole time! How uncomfortable! I would have gotten up to 'go to the loo, or anywhere away from her lol" and discretely sat somewhere else if possible pretending to talk to that person! Thats so invading your personal space. Ive had a few people rub my belly and i can understand (i see a big preg belly and want to rub it too lol) but it does make you feel uncomfortable. They should ask first and not leave their hand there for ages! Maybe we should pat their stomach back that would shock them :laughing:
What channel is Giulianna & Bill on? I watched that all the time but they hadnt started ivf at that point. I didnt know it was back on or that they had started treatment apart from iui? Im gonna search the tv now!

AFM: Ive been googling baby first aid kits lately and theres not much around. Ive seen some good ones but they are overseas and dont ship to Australia.
Im going to make my own consisting of: phone numbers for GP, paedatrician, hospital, poison hotline, 2 close neighbours, thermometre, liquid panadol, saline nose drops, topical cream for insect bites etc, sunscreen, blunt ended scissors, nasal aspirator bulb, bandaids, oral syringe or callibrated spoon for medicines, nappy rash cream, cotton wool, baby wipes, tweezers, antiseptic, first aid for babies/infants manual.
Im going to check with my midwife first what she recommends and would only give medicines on doctors orders but at least i will have it handy in case of emergency.
My friend told me the other day that babies cant breathe through their mouth until 3-6 months!! So if they get a cold/blocked nose they cant breathe very well/breastfeed until you aspirate the snot out - scary! She had to rush hers to the hospital and they drained bubs nose.
Id like to do a short first aid for babies course but the one i found by st john ambulance (2hrs, $40) is in Belmont at night time, miles from where i live so im going to get a book st john ambulance make off the internet which ive read good reviews about. Just gives me peace of mind that in case of emergency i may be able to do SOMETHING other than panic!

sandramm1

07-01-2011, 12:46

Sydney- try not to stress too much, symptoms of pregnancy can wax and wane so much from day to day.

Sharlsum- Yay for starting to do some shopping- how cute buying things for both girls and boys.

Kiminmellie- sounds like a good plan until you have baby in your arms, plus when others find out what you have delivered they may give you clothes specific for that gender. I agree though- it is really hard to find gender neutral clothes- if its not all blue or pink then its white but wih pic of flowers or trucks on it.

Hayls- how was your lunch out yesterday did you end up ordering a salad?
Giuliana and Bill did a second cycle in Nov 2010 but apparently it was unsuccessful. I know on the episode where they showed her having the fertility drugs she said if it didnt work this time they would have to look at other options- but unsure if she still feels that way. It looked as though they use different drugs in USA- when she did her first cycle the amount of bags of drugs they gave her was astounding, plus I have seen on youtube people mixing up their own syringes. I'm just glad I didnt even really need to think- just the epi-pen and go.

:wave: Laura- we forgive you for not posting here- lol

Boring day today at work.

I have decided to order this baby record book:
http://www.urbanbaby.com.au/epages/ecomm5000.sf/en_AU/?ObjectPath=/Shops/UrbanBaby/Products/BMP-AM

It includes a page for all us mummies who used IVF to get our precious bundles too.

KimInMellie

07-01-2011, 14:12

Thanks for the link to the baby book, Sandra -- I'm checking it out now.

Another question: Is anyone else getting all-day headaches? Once or twice a week I'll wake up with a headache just above & between my eyes, and it sticks around the entire day. I actually have one now that started yesterday morning and hasn't gone away. Before the pregnancy I never got headaches. I'm not using Panadol or anything else for it, though technically I know I'm allowed. Just curious if anyone else is experiencing this.

KimInMellie

07-01-2011, 18:02

Just wanted to let everyone know I posted a few belly pics on my profile. :) Latest one is 2 days ago.

Lychee

07-01-2011, 18:09

Kim - :raspberry: Sorry to hear you are suffering headaches. Personally I haven't had any but I know they can be quite common. No remedies to suggest for it either. As far as clothes go, even though I know what bubs is I still seem to be leaning towards neutral colours like greens, grey and white. Only have a few blue things but have them stashed away as bubs gender is still a secret IRL :cheerleader2:

Sandra - TGIF...Feel for you being at work today. I am back on Monday and am dreading it already but am counting down the weeks till I start mat leave. When are you starting? I was hoping to only work for another 9 weeks and finish up on my birthday around 34weeks. Hard to know how I am going to feel then though. I may go be able to extend or I may already be putting my (swollen) feet up at home.

Sydney - I am with the others re waning symptoms. I still have moments where I wonder if everything is ok. Once bubs is kicking constantly you will hopefully feel more at ease.

Bourbon - G&B is on Style and the older episodes are on E!. They just finished S2 on Style but no doubt they will start replaying it soon. I am always looking for a bump when i see her doing E! news. Hey nice work on the first aid kit. Sounds like alot to organise. Maybe you could start a little business putting kits together and selling them online! I'd be your first customer :yes:

B1B2 - Gee sounds like you might need a van for all your carseats :laughing:. Sounds like DD had a nice birthday. Three must be such a cute age. I love some of the things kids come out with when they start talking. I hear you on the sleeping thing. I have been trying to sleep on my left but an old shoulder injury makes my arm ache and on my right my hip goes numb. Can't win :rolleyes:.

Hi :wave: Laura, Hayls, Zult & Mya

AFM It was nice to hear that you all understand how uncomfortable having MIL follow my bump around. I even tried hinting that I didn't like it by tensing my tummy and making a little noise when she would do it but to no avail. She only has eyes for her grandbaby now. Early on I sent her a text with a pic from our 6 or 8 wk scan and she used to pull it out at bingo and show everyone. She is a little OTT :yes:.

Anyway had my 3d scan today. Was pretty good but bub was being naughty by hiding behind his hands so took ages to get a few good shots of his face. We were there for about an hour and cost $220. Feel a little ripped off but was great to see some 3d shots of bubs face. I think he looks just like his daddy. The sonographer said he is in frank breech too and that I should I mention it to my MW. Not too worried at this stage as we still have 15 weeks to turn. Might mention it to my acu lady next time I go.

I have a bump pic and 3d pic of bub to upload but not sure how to do it... Ok can only get the pic of bub to work atm.

bourbon11646

07-01-2011, 18:23

Lychee - cool pic!! It's amazing how clear those 3G pictures are :-)
Will be a nice '1st' baby photo for it's album and to show bubbs when it's older.
I'm spewing the 3G machine was broken at my morph scan, I definately would have gone somewhere else had I known, especially since I paid heaps for that consult.
I'd love to go get a separate scan done but $$ is really tight at the moment.

** when the first baby of our group is born we should do a list on our roll call like the Jan Feb Mar thread which says bubs name, due date and actual date born :-) I can't wait hehe :-) **

Moo79

07-01-2011, 18:44

Hi Ladies!!

I’m so sorry I’ve been so absent lately – we haven’t had a decent internet connection at home for ages, so could really only log on at work, which was hard with the boss’s office right behind me. But we’ve got home sorted out now, so I should be able to get on here more to post (don’t worry, I’ve definitely been keeping up with each of you! J)
Sharlsum – that is such awesome news about the boy & girl!! I’m really happy for you!!
Sydney – hope you start to catch some breaks soon, I cannot believe the amount of bad luck you are having. And don’t stress – I’m 27 weeks, & sometimes still have days where I could swear black & blue that my tummy is smaller. I’m sure it’s just bubs moving positions.
Josi – I cannot believe you are on mat leave in a week!! I am so jealous! I reckon do the course – that way, you’re as informed as you can be, regardless of how you end up bringing your beautiful little ones into the world.
Hayles – completely understand about the food thing. I’ve found that I can’t eat a big meal, but then I get hungry again about an hour later.
Lychee – The was so nice of your dad to organise the class for you guys! Also, I don’t want to freak you out, but I’m RH- also, & definitely need to have the Anti-D shot (next week), so maybe just check with your OB again. I had a bleed at 10 weeks, & needed to have one then too. It won’t affect this bub, but can potentially cause problems in future bubs if they don’t give the shot. And I reckon just also call to check about the GTT test, just to put your mind at ease.
B1B2 – mat leave for you too! Also jealous!
Kim – I’m having a surprise too, & just have mostly white & yellow, which a few green things thrown in too. I’ve put a stop to buying anymore, cause I know that mum & MIL will go nuts buying while I’m in hospital, so we should be right to start with (my hospital provides clothes for bubs while I’m in there, so shouldn’t need too much of my own stuff at first).
Bourbon – I’m definitely going to do a 1st aid course too. Not sure if WA has the availability, but there are places here in Sydney that actually come to you. So you just get a group of friends & family together, & they come & do the course. I can’t remember who runs them (baby brain!), but I’ll definitely be booking one in for the parents, siblings, etc to attend also.
AFM – I’m 27wks now, which I cannot believe. I have getting heaps & heaps of movements, & seeing bubs from the outside, which is just the most fascinating thing ever! I was actually late for work one day this week, cause I was too busy watching my tummy J Whoops… I’m just excited that I’m now in single digits on the countdown to mat leave – 9 weeks today till I finish! Whoo hoo! J
I had my GTT today, which was no where near as bad as I expected! It was the 2hr test, & included a urine sample, & a swab (can’t remember who was talking about them, but I was definitely not expecting that one, so will have to ask my OB at my next appt). For those of you freaking out, the sugar drink is just a sweet carbonated drink – I thought it was going to be a really syrupy drink, that would be hard to swallow, but it was pretty easy. I just had a headache for the rest of the day though, but I’m sure that’s just from the lack of food early in the day & the sugar drink.
We start our anti-natal classes next week, which is just surreal! We’re doing the 2hr per week course over 7 weeks, cause DH works Saturday’s, so it’s easier to go during the week. I can’t remember who was talking about it, but I agree, I think DH is in for a real surprise!! J
Also starting to get organised for my baby shower! One of my girlfriend’s is organising it, & it’ll just be at mum & dad’s (they have a bit more room than our place) for the last weekend in February. I cannot believe I’m going to have a baby shower, I’m so excited!! And then I’m organising one for the exact same friend, cause she is due 7 weeks after me – so I’m going to have a newborn at hers! Freaking me out just thinking about it! J
Um, I can’t remember anything else at the moment, but massive a HELLO to everyone else that I’ve missed! :wave:

sharlsum

07-01-2011, 19:11

Sydney- Hi Babe yeah had my morphology scan already and all is well both bubs doing fine my little boy is 20 grams lighter than my little girl but still lots of time to catch up 20 grams is not to much so i was happy with that try not to stress babe i dont feel to much at all either only get sore in pelvis area which is prob the bub's kicking all a foot in there but i'm not feeling strong moves at all babe just give it some more time i'm sure your little girl is safe and kicking around babe

Moo79- good to know all is well babe and i hope the test is all good and won't be long now xxx

Lychee- hi huni how is everything going for you ?

KimInMellie- you look wonderful and well :smiliedance:
Hayls70- I had the best time shopping and looking forward to doing more and more

Anyone know of any good twin prams and prices xxxx

Hello to anyone i may have missed :smiliedance:

anemone

08-01-2011, 09:19

Hey lovely ladies.
Lots of chat on here atm, hard to catch up!

Mya - nice to hear from you hun. LOL on "smoo", hadnt heard that one before. I definitely think things are a bit swollen down there for me, and it must be a lot worse with twins!

Kim - your photos are great, you look lovely - are you going to take regular ones throughout your pg? I was always going to but never get around to it.... Will try and upload some from my holiday the other week though.
Havent had that sort of headache, but it sounds awful, must be hard to get through the day with one of those.

Sharlsum - I did hear good things about the BabyJogger City Mini double for twins -it's supposed to be lightweight and one of the narrowest (think its side-by-side). Drawback is the hard wheels (although that means no punctures).

Moo - late for work bc you were watching bubs kicking - did you tell your boss that??:laughing: I cant wait to see Nemo kick from the outside, must be surreal! Glad things are going well and you're at 27 weeks already - wowo!

Bourbon - good idea about the names. Is your sewing machine back in working order now? Im gonna try and find a mini hand-held one soon, but may end up getting a normal one - have seen some good prices.
Also great idea abt the first aid course - I should look into that too. I have to have an adult first aid cert for work and quite enjoy doing the prac. Shame there isn't one closer in your area.

Lychee - Great bump! (it's visible as your avatar if that's what you were trying to do), and gorgeous pic of bubs.Yay for the 3d scan! Must be amazing to see the features so clearly.
yeah that's full-on with your MIL! I would be uncomfortable too I think. But hard to broach it as you say (short of a "hands off my bump" t-shirt!)

Wow, orgasmic birth - interesting!

Zult - tricky one with the FS/Obs issue. You might find that your FS just tells you that your obs is the one who's looking after you now...Have you looked around for any research suggesting it's helpful in later preg in your circumstances? If so that might be worth taking in to your Obs (or not, depending on their attitude!).

Hey Laura :wave: - HNY to you too! will have to check out the Jan/Feb/Mar thread and see what youve been up to!

Hayls - hope lunch out was good the other day. I feel like salads too when its hot. Red cabbage is a favourite at the moment for some reason and I also bought some beetroot powder and red grapes the other day, so my body must be trying to tell me I need red things! Antioxidants perhaps...

B1B2 - that sounds like a wonderful day with your DD at the pool. And a cloudy day was prob a good idea, so easy to get burned at the moment...That sucks about the poor sleep, hope you have some better nights soon.

Josi - Id do the birth class too. It will give you confidence and if there's a yoga component then that will help you with recovery etc even if you do have a CS.
YAY for maternity leave in a week, will be so nice to have time to organise stuff!

Simone - hope the trip's going well if you are still in Oz.

Sorry to everyone Ive missed

AFM - thank god its the weekend! Im heading into town soon to do some shopping - not planning anything baby-related but you never know...maybe a maternity bra - finally!!
Then we are going to see The King's Speech later - will prob be good to have a sit down after lots of walking round town.

I have had a thought about a baby shower - Im not really into getting gifts for bubs (but I can definitely see the appeal too!), so Im thinking about asking ppl to cook me a meal that I can put in the freezer. That way it will take the pressure off cooking in the first few weeks. Im still a bit :cantbelieveit:about the whole 'games' thing and organization, but perhaps I'll get more into it as time goes on. The timing is also tricky cos my best friend is getting married in March and having a hens WE a few weeks before, and then prob going on honeymoon for a few weeks. Then there are all the parenting/breastfeeding courses Im hoping to do...We will have to synch our diaries!

Thanks for your advice on the thrush. I ended up (after checking with the pharmacist and online) doing the cream with the applicator (but not the full length of it - sorry, TMI!) - I don't see the point in just using the cream externally cos the organism lives around the cervix. So 2 nights down, 4 more to go LOL.

Have a great WE guys!

bourbon11646

08-01-2011, 09:36

Anemone - yep got my sewing machine & it works well. It's a hardy little thing, passed down from my Nanna-mum-me! I really enjoy it, just a pity $$ is tight and I can't afford more classes yet. I altered DH's new clothes (which was scary, I was terrified of butchering them lol) and my own and enjoy it. I hate paying to get hems etc done!

Enjoy your shopping (great way to get our exercise lol) and the movie to relax.
I love your idea that everyone brings you a meal for baby shower gift, haven't heard that idea before but it makes sense! While we will all be complaining about being hungry you'll be whipping out one of your frozen meals :-)

** Good Morning to everyone else **

lauralollipop

08-01-2011, 14:19

anemone

hello, just a quickie, I had thrush at about 23 weeks, and midwife said fine to use canesten pessaries just not to put applicator all the way in, and then just put the cream on the outside. It seems to have worked for me, I also took a month of probiotics too which helped - hope it clears up soon, cos its uncomfortable xxxx

sandramm1

08-01-2011, 15:05

Kiminmellie- I havent been getting those headaches that you have described, but I have had some milder headaches which I have taken panadol for and just upped my water intake.
Your bump pictures look fantastic.

Lychee- I put in my paperwork for maternity leave on Friday- I will have my last day as Friday 11th March 2011- so will be about 36 weeks by then.
The 3d scans are pretty exxy but well worth it if you get some good shots.

Bourbon- good idea on the update to the rollcall when bubs start to be born- will be interesting to see who goes first.

Moo- glad to hear the GTT wasnt as bad as you had been expecting. :fingerscrossed: for your results.

anemone- glad to hear you are treating the thrush. I have heard the Kings speech is good. We went and saw Unstoppable with Denzel Washington today as we had some gold class tickets to use- wanted to use them now before I wont be able to go to the movies for awhile.
The meal for the freezer idea is good. I am planning on cooking and freezing a bit once I start mat leave.

:wave: To everyone else - hope you are all travelling well.

AFM: went to the movies today and then out to lunch- now just relaxing in airconditioning before hitting Woolies for grocery shopping a bit later when it cools down a bit.

Have been on the centrelink website and used the comparison tool for the paid maternity leave scheme vs baby bonus and have gotten different outcomes based on the date I plan to return to work- one time it says baby bonus is better by X amount of $ and another time it said the paid leave would be better. Need to speak to our accountant (my mum) about it some more. As by using paid leave I think you miss out on family tax benefit either A or B cant remember which one it is.

sandramm1

08-01-2011, 15:23

Forgot to add I was reading on ninemsn recently that a couple using IVF recently terminated their pregnancy when they found out they were having twin boys. The couple already have 3 boys and were trying to have a girl as they had lost their daughter a few years ago. They are now seeking permission to use IVF to choose the sex of their baby, something that can only be done in Australia if it is to choose gender to avoid genetic diseases which are gender specific. The couple are also thinking of going to USA to choose gender of bubs as it is allowed in IVF clinics over there. What does everyone think?

bourbon11646

08-01-2011, 16:48

Omg the thought that someone could terminate their twins makes me angry and sick if there was nothing wrong with them. These people shouldn't be allowed ivf.
I only believe in choosing the gender if there is a strong medical reason for it otherwise you take whatever blessing god gives you.
Having boys already & a girl that's died is NO excuse for terminating twin boys!

As for the centrelink discussion I found it easier to call them & discuss options. The lady I got was really nice. I'm not eligible for paid maternity leave but I do get baby bonus & family tax benefit. Baby bonus I'm putting forms in 3 months before baby born and get it paid in installments once bub here, family tax benefit I'm claiming at end of financial yr as it is means tested so if DH got overtime or bonuses etc he could go over limit & rather than paying money back we can get a lump sum at end of yr once it's calculated.

Went food shopping this morning then DH cleaned house while I put the food away.
Then I was overwhelmed by tiredness and zonked on the couch for a little nap. I've found I need naps since week 24.5 onwards.
Now we r waiting on friends to come visit, apparently they have more baby stuff to offload to us score!
DH & I have FINALLY agreed on a girl & boy name WOOHOO!! :-)

Lychee

08-01-2011, 16:59

Sandra - I don't like to judge other peoples choices, however this story was very upsetting to hear. I mean how many weeks were they to be able to confirm gender. It's pretty disturbing to think about. Didn't they realise the chances of conceiving a boy/boys was 50/50. I doubt that this decision is going to ease the grief of losing their daughter. So sad. I really hate the whole gender disappointment issue and this is a very extreme case of that.

Anemone - great idea on the meal to freeze gift for shower. My MIL has informed me that as soon as I go into labour she is going to come to Sydney and stay at my house while we are in hospital so that she can clean my house and fill my freezer with meals. Oh and look after our furbabies. Can't complain I guess. I wanted to upload the bump in my post but it kept uploading sideways for some reason so just ended up using it as the avatar instead.

Sharlsum - hi hun, i'm doing well thanks. Hey apparently the BEST pram for multiples in the Baby Jogger City SELECT. The options are endless. You can use seats, capsules, bassinettes in any combination including facing forward or backward. Could set you back about $1000 though but well worth it I reckon. I have the BJ City Elite and love love love it. Can't wait to take out my teddy collection and put bubs in for the first time. They are so easy to fold as well. You can do it with one hand by pulling the handle in the seat. Happy shopping :D

Moo - nice to hear from you :yes:. I hear what you are saying about the RH- factor. When I had a M/C at 12 weeks I had to have the anti D shot. I would prefer to have it again just to be safe but the OBs reasoning was that DH and I are both neg blood type so not necessary.
Wow, antenatal classes next week and shower to organise. Makes it all feel so real doesn't it. What hosp are you booked in to? I am going to Sutherland.

Bourbon - I thought the 3d shots were clear too but when I emailed them to my bro and mum they both came back and said they couldn't make anything out :(. Honestly, in hindsight I think I could have spent that $220 more wisely. Was nice to see bubs face though. I don't get quick scans at the public hosp. In fact I asked the OB the other day if I would be having a growth scan in the third tri and he said no, only if there was a problem :no:. Umm I think we should make the most of technology so that we can make sure all is set for birth eg baby not breech or caught up in the cord etc. Hmph I'll just ask another MW next visit. I think it should be my choice not theirs :p. Sounds like you are ripping it up on the Janome!!! Good on you. I have just started knitting and am attempting a pram blankie.

***Oh also love your suggestion to start birth announcements on the roll call. I like the format the Oct/Nov/Dec girls used. They just added the DOB, Name and how many weeks to the existing EDD. Wow can't believe we are starting to talk about this stuff now. Love that we are the next thread in line for our bubs. :celebrate:

AFM - Well the laptop is overheating on my legs so I will make this quick... Had my first bra fitting today and was told I am a 14D - 14DD :eek:. I used to be able to squeeze into a 10C or 12B. Holy moly. The back on these bras I tried on today were as wide as a seat belt strap. I left in denial and am still wearing my wire-free 12C which gives me chinese burns :laughing:.

How is everyones aches and pains going? My feet get SO sore walking around for any period of time. Feels like I have been out dancing in heels all night. Also suffering a bit from back, shoulder, hip pain and reflux at times. Wouldn't swap it for the world though :)

Big HI :wave: to everyone else.

KimInMellie

09-01-2011, 16:53

All I can say about the twin boy story is that it sounds like the parents need counselling to handle the grief of losing their daughter a lot more than they need IVF to replace her. :(

Okay, on to happier things -- we're off to Port Douglas and the Gold Coast for a week so I won't be posting (probably -- unless I can't stay away :D ) but will be reading when I can. I hope everyone has a great week!

PS Lychee - I've gone from a 12B to a 14D/DD as well. Big boobs are no fun when you can't wear the underwire to support them! When I first saw the bras I had to start wearing (after being so used to sweet little wisps of fabric) I realized what an 'over-the-shoulder-boulder-holder' really is. :laughing:

sharlsum

09-01-2011, 16:53

Hi Ladies Just a quick question if you have time to answer it i would be greatful just wanted to ask if any of you are using a vacumme when you are cleaning the house as i'm not sure when it may be safe to start using the vac and are any of you mopping and hanging out washing as well if you are when did you start doing all these things during pregnancy thanks ladies xxxx

bourbon11646

09-01-2011, 17:28

Sharlsum - my Ob and Neurologist told me no heavy lifting and no vacuuming for me while pregnant. DH is really good he does the vacuuming but sometimes I'll do it but only the tiled surfaces not the carpet (which uses my stomach muscles more).
The first trimester I did washing but hung it inside on clothes racks so I didn't have to stretch up or lift the basket.
From second trimester I've hung washing on the line but get Dh to carry the basket outside if it's really heavy.

sharlsum

09-01-2011, 19:13

bourbon11646- Hey huni yeah its prob better i dont do the carpet and only the tiled surfaces, i been hanging the washing inside to on rack, can i ask you about another thing babe i'm not feeling any kicking as yet i'll be 19 weeks on thursday should i be worried all is this nothing to worry about :freakingout: drives me nuts

sandramm1

09-01-2011, 20:04

Bourbon- I agree the option to choose gender should be for medical reasons only.
I did call centrelink and the guy was trying to be helpful but in the end wasnt too helpful.
What baby stuff did you score from your friends?

Lychee- Your MIL sounds lovely coming to look after furbabies and cok you some meals, as long as they dont overstay their welcome.
Even though the bras might have wider back straps- it will be worth it in comfort level. I have had new bras since I was 16 weeks- couldnt have survived without them.
My hips have started to get sore from sleeping on my sides, plus feet hurt, even wearing flat shoes and minimal walking.

Kiminmellie- hope you have fun in Port Douglas and Gold Coast. Hope you get some lovely weather and are able to relax and enjoy.

sharlsum- I was never told not to vacuum so I ahve been doing it since falling pregnant- just I drag it around and not lift it- or ask DH to lift it for me. I have also always hung out the washing- we have a ramp from laundry to clothes line so havent had to lift heay loads of washing.

AFM: had a pretty quiet day today which was nice. Just grocery shopping this morning. Got a highchair as a gift from SIL and a lovely nappy bag as gifts. Plus she gave us a bouncer, swing, oricom monitor, bassinet, play gym, sit up elmo- all to borrow. She has used them for her bub and has now outgrown them but will want it back when she has her next one- most likely next year 2012.

bourbon11646

09-01-2011, 21:09

Sharlsum - if you have an anterior placenta it is normal not to feel anything for longer. As long as your tests & scans & heartbeats are coming back normal I wouldn't worry. It must be frustrating not feeling anything yet but you will soon enough and then you'll be wishing they weren't kicking you in the ribs, bladder etc especially with two of them!
I want to get one of those laundry baskets and stands with wheels so I can wheel the laundry outside and not have to bend down constantly especially in last trimester!

bourbon11646

09-01-2011, 21:50

Big Target baby SALE starts Thursday!!!

sandramm1

10-01-2011, 07:41

Bourbon- yes we have one of those laundry baskets that sits on the stand with wheels- best invention.
Cant wait to hit up the baby sale on Thursday too!!!

TNTbub

10-01-2011, 08:15

Sharlsmum - Im will be 19 weeks this wednesday, I have an anterior placenta, which I think is anterior but off to the left. Because I hardly feel any movements on my left, but can just just just feel baby on the right. But I have to concentrate alot on the movements I often sit in a quiet environment and close my eyes with my hands on my bump.

I dont know if having twins cramps their movements for a bit. Maybe someone who has had twins can weigh in on this discussion.

bourbon - thanks for the heads up, we found out on the weekend because they were setting up the store and my DH asked when it was. We are going to have a look for anything that we might need in the way of rockers or blankets etc.

Lychee and Kiminmellie - Oh craparola Oh heck oh my stars and $hit I started at a 16 C and Im at a 16 DD right now Im 19 weeks this wednesday and from what your telling me from your stories is that I can expect much bigger. :eek: Nooooooo:freakingout: . oh heck Dh is going to love it. Meanwhile I already think they are big enough. They are plenty big enough to feed bubs now.

Also kiminmellie- I hope you dont get flooded out, the gold coast is preparing to have floods.

To everyone this couple in Victory concieves naturally she was using IVF to get a girl. She should never ever be able to use IVF for any reason in any country. You get what your given and it slaps the rest of us in the face that have to do IVF to concieve. She used it as a convenience. Most appalled and digusted.

AFM - In laws came to stay over weekend. His dad has started smoking again and we made it clear no smoking or having smoke smelling clothes on when you hold the baby. They didnt like that but its going to be our baby so we decide the rules. His mum brought some of DH's old baby booties, bibs and clothes for us. Ummmmm thanks but we wont be dressing bubs in that. Its a little old and dispite her washing them they still smell very very musty. Jeepers DH was born 33yrs ago, Im open to second hand clothing but not from another decade.

And when at the petrol station his dad rolled down the window when I was in the car and DH pumping petrol. I hate the smell of petrol fumes since becoming pregnant. DH told his dad to wind up the window for me and he did but as soon as DH walked into the petrol station to pay his dad put the window down again. I said oy...he put it up and then slowly put it down again. He is a naught boy who thinks he can get away with things. So thats why we are putting our foot down about the smoking thing. We told him your time with grandchild will be limited if you insist on smoking. He also smokes on the sly on balconies and before getting into cars. So that it still fills a room or car with the smoke smell. It was good to have them but also good to see them go.

Having accupuncture today with the accupuncturist at maroubra. I like my current practioner. He is good. And scan to find out sex of bubs on the 19/1.

TNTbub

bourbon11646

10-01-2011, 08:21

Sandra - sounds like you scored lots of stuff for your baby that will save heaps of $$$! I love it when that happens.
Oh cool u have the laundry basket stand, I don't know how much they are but I want one! I can't imagine bending to the ground in last trimester with every article of clothing I need to hang.
I wonder how good the baby sale will be, the last one (which bought nothing as was very early days in preg), was so cheap - 3 muslin wraps for $5 etc! It was Dh who pointed it out on tv to me which surprised me as usually he's saying dont buy stuff! I even said "cool I'm gonna shop up a storm!" just teasing coz I like to watch money but he just smiled - so not like him, maybe he's clucky or going through nesting mode too lol!

bourbon11646

10-01-2011, 08:32

TNT - Grr to smoking &petrol fumes - I hate both!! I accept smoking is everyones personal choice and if they want to do it fine but it's our choice as non smokers not to passive smoke. And especially our babies who's lungs aren't even developed fully. My brother smokes & it wafts off his clothes & makes me feel sick.
As for petrol fumes I try to get in & get out asap lol haven't had to go with anyone else thank god. I hate it when people are inconsiderate.
Yay to finding out sex of ur bub soon how exciting!

B1B2

10-01-2011, 09:15

Hey everyone,
at home today, got a terribly sore throat and ears, and totally worn out from DD's b'day party yesterday! Had a great time, but so busy getting everything ready,was meant to be at the loca park playground, but alas it was raining....... so 15 kiddies running around the house!!....... We made a "fairy garden "cake, I baked and my darling DH decorated, he is really artistic, it looked awesome something for you 1st time mummys to look forward to!!

Bourbon - thanks for heads up on Target sale. You are sensible not doing vacuuming or lifting,I still do most things apart from heavy lifitng, although still have to lift DD numerous times and she's 17kg!.... hence soreback for me!

Lychee - your MIL sounds like an angel, I don''t think my MIL has ever cooked for me,I usually end up cooking for them at their house!! As for the ugly bras, check out Cake lingerie and also Elle McPherson, both are on sale at the moment and really nice styles andgood support without looking too mumsy!

TNT - good on you for making the rules re: smoking, I don't think smokers realise how offensive the smell is to non-smokers, not to mention the health impactof passive smoking, stick to your guns!

Sharlsum - I didn't feel my twins consistently till about 22 weeks, which was much later than with my DD, maybe it's a twin thing,ie more placenta and less room, don't worry, I'm sure they're fine.

Kim - have fun on your trip to QLD, unfortunately the rain up her is terrible, hope you get some sun, but at least it will be relaxing!

Hi to everyone else, bye for now.......:wave:

bourbon11646

10-01-2011, 09:31

I just looked at the target babython sale brochure.. Up to 50% off some items! Also they now have a new range of stylish maternity clothes coming thurs.

B1b2 - hope u r feeling better, the party sounded lovely :-)

AFM - I'm checking out baby on a budget big sale today, I just love saving $ if I can and not paying full price! Then tomorrow enquiring at my fav bakery about my baby shower cake design. Fun fun fun!

sandramm1

10-01-2011, 10:46

Bourbon- the laundry trolley we got from bunnings I think. It cam flat and you had to insert a few screws to get it to work and attach the wheels. I think it was around $15- $30- then you just use your existing basket to sit on top.
I cant wait to see their new range of maternity clothes. I need to buy some bottles- tomee tippee and some dummies- I dont want to use them but want to have some sterilised and ready to go if I do need to use them.
I also want to buy some muslin wraps, a cover for a changetable, another mattress protector, and a couple more onesies. Plus anything else that catches my eye.
Good luck picking out a design for baby shower cake- yummy.

tnt- sounds like you and DH are on the same page in regards to being strict about your FIL holding baby when reeking of smoke fumes which is good- will make it easier to enforce. Do you have any feelings about what sex bubs will be?

B1B2- I am really looking forward to birthday parties and making cakes and setting up pass the parcel etc. Sorry to hear you have a sore throat and ears today though.

anemone

10-01-2011, 11:01

Hey girls,

BOurbon - Wow those sales sound good. Will have to check them out. Glad the sewing machine is fixed - hopefully you'll be OK without further courses if you start on simple stuff and take it from there. Thats fantastic that its been handed down through the generations.

YAY for deciding on names, thats wonderful!

B1B2 - that's awesome your DH decorated the cake, good on him! Sounds like fun, and good that you had a back-up plan to avoid the rain! Hope your ears and throat feel better soon.

TNT - yes I agree, stick to your guns on the smoking issue. Hmm, musty clothes dont sound great either....

Sandramm - great to get all that stuff on loan, and plenty of time to use it before she needs it back. How was Unstoppable? WOuld have been nice to be pampered in Gold Class, Ive never done that...
Geez that PPL vs BB sound confusing. Lucky you have advice close to hand! In our case its simpler as we are only eligible for the PPL.

Lychee and Kim - thats some serious bb growth! IKWYM about the bras, or some of them. I have to admit I felt a bit sad as I put away my nice smaller bras the other day - but Ill wear them again. As someone said, you will hopefully find some nice ones in your size. I just went the basic t-shirt mat bra and its OK, definitely comfy, but not exactly glam. I may treat myself to a nicer one down the track - my problem is that Im still a smallish size (10C or 12B) & Im not seeing nice ones in that size, so perhaps I have to expand my search.

Kim - have a wonderful holiday, hope its v relaxing.

Laura - thanks for the advise about the pessary. I have one to use just in case it doesnt clear up, but I think its pretty much gone with using the cream internally.

Sharlsum - I think I was at least 19w before I felt anything - and that was very subtle. It is nervewracking, but it seems to vary so much between ppl and over 20 weeks can be normal depending on the position of your placenta.

AFM

A bit worried because i found a breast lump before the WE. I went to my GP this morning who has referred me for an US. He thinks its unlikely to be anything sinister, but its still not what you want to find! Oh well, dont have to wait long before the scan as that's Thurs, so that's good. And apparently the same hospital (private, not where I'm having bubs) can do a biopsy if needed - but FX it wont be...

Today I have a day off so will go and check out bassinettes again and hopefully get nearer to making a decision. We also need to get a single bed for bubs' room, so that one of us can sleep in there if needs be when bubs is out of the bassinette and in his cot but having a bad night. Not sure whether just to get a camp bed or sofabed or something more permanent that bubs can use when older. It seems weird to be thinking abt that stage now, esp as we are likely to have moved house again by that stage...

SimoneK

10-01-2011, 12:54

Hi everyone! I am alive and in Krabi, Thailand. Haven't had any internet access for a while and just speed read all the posts I missed out on. Congrats to Sharlsum on a boy and a girl and to Mya on 2 girls. Yay!!!! Don't really have time to write much as DH is waiting for this computer and the other one is occupied by someone who has spent the last hour on facebook...get to the beach girl, you're in Thailand! Scooter is fine, kicking lots and I like to just lie there and watch my belly jump. I also have been having a lot of Braxton Hicks contractions, which freak me out even though I know they're normal. I've also got swollen feet, a swollen smoo (HAHA) and heartburn which is exacerbated by chillies which is unfortunate, given where I'm staying. I've also gone from 12B to 16 D. Yikes. And just before I left Australia I was up to 85 kilos. I am scared to see what I weigh now... We fly to Bangkok on Wednesday night then I meet my Thai OB on Thursday morning. Then back to Hanoi Thursday night - will get all coffeed up and do personals on Friday. Am having the best holiday - spend all my time reading and floating around in the water like a beaching whale! Happy New Year ladies! x:celebrate:

bourbon11646

10-01-2011, 12:56

Anemone - I've been to my gp twice in 2 yrs about a lump in my breast, she doesn't even feel it or refer me for a scan just says it's probably a cyst!! Well 'probably' wasn't good enough for me and my last FS agreed they can't tell for sure without a scan and sometimes a biopsy. That freaked me out so I booked in straight away for a scan, turned out it was a cyst thank god and didn't need a biopsy unless I want the fluid drained. They said i can leave it but make sure it doesn't change size. My ob is also watching it during pregnancy.
I was so mad at the gp though for not letting me get it checked to be sure it wasn't sinister Grr. Haven't been to her since!

On another note - don't bother about baby on a budget sale - it's still a rip off! Car seats r cheaper but everything else hope you've got lots of $$$! I'm waiting for target babython on thurs instead now :-)
Also GRR - when I arrived at baby on a budget I got out of my car & heard a weird sound like a bird dying, looked around & the car next to me had 2 babies & a 1-2 yr old in it, screaming, windows up in 35 degree heat! No parents in sight.
I didn't know what to do & felt bad interfering and thought the parents will prob be back soon. 20 mins later I go back to my car - still no parents! I died in my hot car for 1 min, how long have these poor kids been in there's?? I couldn't drive away & leave them, the older kid looked panicked trying to calm the two babies. So I went back into the baby shop & told an assistant so she could keep an eye on the car & she said "you're joking" angry at the situation 4 the poor kids and asked around her shop. We found the lady laughing & talking to someone with another kid in her hand and when we told her her kids r in the HOT car for over 30 mins alone she happily said "oh they've probably woken up now"! I had to restrain myself from saying "yeah well theyll be dead soon, it's 35 degrees outside & much hotter in a car". Dumb biartch doesn't deserve kids.

sandramm1

10-01-2011, 14:10

anemone- unstoppable was good for a bit of action, plus I like Denzel in movies. Gold Class is very nice for a special treat but pretty expensive really. We had a voucher to use which is why we went, otherwise its $39 a ticket. Plus food and drinks are quite exxy.
I think I am going with PPL too, according to online estimators I will be $270 better off than with BB- woohoo. Lol
Glad to hear the thrush is clearing up- what a relief.
Hope you found a bassinette you liked. I would probably go with a single bed or King single- so you can use later on.

Simone- I knew you must have been having a far too good of a time and thus we havent heard from you. Glad to hear scooter is doing well and keeping mummy amused by his acrobatics. Good luck with your meeting with your OB- Hope that you feel comfortable with him.

Bourbon- that mother is lucky she had you spot the kids, I would have rung the police as soon as I spotted them, and gotten permission from the cops to smash the window to get some air to the poor kids. I'm pretty sure thats a charegable offence- stupid cow- definitely doesnt deserve kids.

AFM: a quiet day at work today- Yay!! Trying to think if I should have a baby shower and if so when and whom to invite.

sydney29

10-01-2011, 14:16

Hayls70

10-01-2011, 15:12

hiya ladies.

just a me me post for now!!

Had OB appointment this morning and got my GD and BT results back...everything looking great..I don't have Gest diabetes YAY!! Iron was a bit low, but I think we're all guilty of that! so I'm going to start taking supplement, no wonder I'm so dam tired!
DH and I went baby shopping saturday...OMG spent so much, bought our pram- baby jogger city elite!, Angelcare monitor, safe n sound meridian carseat, Video camera!, chest of drawers-doubles as change table.
I'll be hitting target on thursday then...thanks Bourbon!!

hope you are all well, I'll get back on later...it's hot in this room so heading to the air con!

anemone

10-01-2011, 15:55

Bourbon - your (ex)GP sounds shocking, imagine not even examining you...:no:
And as for that woman leaving her kids in the car with the oldest one only a toddler - unbelievable! Sandra's right - its a chargeable offence - and you'd think there'd been enough publicity about it by now...

Simone - glad you're having a relaxing trip. I've been to Krabi - was into rockclimbing at the time and really wanted to go but got a bad dose of food poisoning (before I got there) so it never happened. Gorgeous beaches to recover & relax on though...
Heartburn & chillies is a bad combination, you poor thing. But how cool to see Scooter kicking from the outside!

Sandra - glad the movie was good - & good to spoil yourselves before bubs comes as I guess there wont be many cinema trips for a while after that...

Hayls - yay for the shopping bonanza. Sounds like you got some great stuff! Have you assembled the pram yet?

Sydney - yup I reckon that was bubs - apparently they often respond to something cold to drink!:)

AFM - didnt get to check out the bassinettes as TBH I was so freaked driving in Sydney (so far have only really done motorway driving in our new car) and the traffic was scary - havent driven much in the city for ages cos we didnt have a car before. Took all my concentration to get to the one shopping centre and realised Id been way too ambitious to try to do 2 in one arvo! Think I need to do a lot more shorter trips in this car to get my confidence up.

Samarasmum

10-01-2011, 23:31

Jut an update. My levels have gone down to 3 and the U/S at KEMH showed that my c section scar is thin and I should get another scan in 6 months time. I am getting a second oppinion on the 14th March at Hollywood.

sydney29

11-01-2011, 06:53

sandramm1

11-01-2011, 07:27

sydney29- sounds like it was bubs getting excited about the arrival of some yummy milkshake- lol. Mine gets very excited around meal times- lol.
Good luck with your morph scan!!!

Hayls- thats awesome news about not have GD. The iron supplements should work pretty soon and you wont feel as tired.

anemone- Sydney traffic can be scary especially with big trucks zooming around everywhere. Although I have found traffic to be better now its school holidays- not as many cars on the road- although shopping centres are at least twice as packed during the week.

Samarasmum- glad to hear the levels keep going down, sounds like a good idea to get a second opinion- 6 months is ages to ahve to wait, on top of the waiting you have already done.

AFM: Just counting down the days at the moment. Also planning on starting to fill in forms for parental leave and family tax benefits today as it should be quiet at work today.

sharlsum

11-01-2011, 10:31

Hi Ladies, what a wet day here in sydney grrrr i thought i would share that i'm doing the babys room up in minne mouse for girl and micky mouse for boy lol i think they are cute for both bub's and can't wait hope everyone is having a great day xxxxxx

sydney29

11-01-2011, 10:38

sharlsum- I am soo confused on what i wanna do with the room... are u getting wall stickers or are u painting murals.... where are u getting things for the theme from?? I cant find a store where i can get stickers for a theme

sandramm1

11-01-2011, 11:14

sharlsum- we are doing our nursery with a winnie the pooh theme- linen plus some wall hangings. We arent changing the colours of the walls just hanging stuff up.

sydney- there are lots of online stores selling some really nice stickers which apparently dont ruin the walls when you remove them- just do a google search for nursery stickers.

SimoneK

11-01-2011, 12:56

Hi everyone. Have gone from being very relaxed yesterday to not so relaxed today. Last night I started to feel aching squeezing contraction thingys very low down around my cervix, coming every couple of minutes. Feel a lot of pressure down there as well, it's almost as if Scooter has dropped down lower. They were still happening this morning, so I got up and googled premature labour. Basically it might be, or it might not be, but I have a couple of the symptoms, so I've cut our Krabi stay short one night and we're heading to Bangkok this afternoon so I can go get checked out at the hospital there. Better safe than sorry, and there's no way I can lie around and relax on the beach not knowing what's going on. Won't get to the hospital until about 7pm tonight, but will let you know what happens. I'm not freaking out too much, but am happy to be going to Bangkok sooner rather than later. Fingers crossed it's all just a false alarm! :fingerscrossed:

TNTbub

11-01-2011, 12:59

I was having a cold strawberry milk shake and a few minutes later I started getting weird very distant pooky pooky feelings on the lower left side of my stomach... could that be the bub??? It was a very funny feeling and felt very distant....

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! THATS BUBS!!! :celebrate:

anemone - I am a seasoned pro in sydney city, do you want me to help you try to navigate the city. I love it and its easy. I started with a person helping me he sat in the passenger seat and knew what road led where and when there would be a right only turn lane. I could help you with your confidence.

TNTbub

bourbon11646

11-01-2011, 13:16

Simone - fingers crossed Scooter is very comfy in there and won't come early. Good idea getting checked though as you just never know. I've also found myself googling premature birth as I had some cramps/contraction type feeling and raindrop feels low.
Have you thought it might be Braxton Hicks? I've had tightening in my stomach & might have experienced them from how they are described but I wouldn't have a clue! I'm going to ask at my Ob appt this Friday.

AFM: I've been so tired lately need a nap every arvo now. I was awake at 3am stomach rumbling hungry & needed to go to loo. Really wanted Cheerios cereal! Didn't though coz didn't want to wake DH.
Lied in bed for ages not being able to sleep. Thank god I'm not working, my hat goes off to the ladies at wk still!
Just went to sugar & spice bakery in Joondalup, they are great & were voted best bakery in Australia.
My Dh knows the owner too so they always look after us. Anyway I ordered my baby shower cake - was expecting to pay $100-150 like my sister had to elsewhere but I'm only getting charged $49!! WOOHOO! And I think that's the price for everyone.
I'm getting a lge round choc mudcake with white icing, booties, toys & a purple ribbon on it and writing 'welcome, see you soon'.

bonnybaby

11-01-2011, 14:23

Bourbon - I'm just lurking :D The cake sounds gorgeous, and will look so cute! Bargain price too btw. Ah you make me jealous not having to be at work...its starting to become a real drag having to come in everyday. Ive still got 6 weeks left after this one, but Im hoping to be sneaky and get the ob to write a certificate for a week or two prior, just so I get a few more weeks relaxing with my feet up! Hope you are doing ok.

sydney29

11-01-2011, 15:45

Bourbon - That cake sounds yummm..... now i feel like having choclate :)

Sandramm- Thank you hun will check the online websites out.

Simonek- hope all is well with scooter and this is false alarm and he does not come early. Take care of yourself.

Tnt Bub - How are you? I hate driving in sydney city too. I am fine everywherelse but hate driving in the city..

bourbon11646

11-01-2011, 16:44

Bonny - heya buddy! I lurk on your thread too. I love reading about everyones babies being born! Not long now for you. Omg it seems like only yesterday when you and I were scared we'd never get pregnant! Are you all ready, nursery done etc? Does it feel real to you because I don't think it will sink in for me until he or she is born! I can't remember did you find out the sex?
I hope the time comes quickly when you can go on maternity leave. I don't know how you do it but prob don't have much choice.
What hospital are you going to? I'm with Glengarry.
Hope you're feeling well and bubbs is healthy & happy in there :-)
Take care & pop in anytime I love hearing from you girls I cycled with! It's a shame we kinda got split up but I guess it works, we just gotta be stalkers that's all lol x

B1B2

11-01-2011, 20:29

Scary here in Brisbane tonight:freakingout:, the flooding is looking to be quite devastating to this beautiful city:rain:. Was evacuated from work at lunchtime and joined the gridlock mayhem on the roads trying to get out..... DD's daycare was evacuated too and DH sent all his staff home early arvo.... the panic is crazy:cantbelieveit:. Luckily we live on high ground and all got home safe n sound. However don't think I have a hope of getting to my Obs appointment across the river on Thursday,glad bubs are a way off from being due.:)

bourbon11646

11-01-2011, 20:48

B1b2 - it looks totally devastating all the flooding. Water can be such a powerful force. I'm glad your house is on high ground, it would be scary having your ob not in easy reach though.
My Dh is meant to be flying into Brisbane next Sunday for new job training.
You guys have floods and we have heat & fires in Perth it's crazy.
Going to cost so much $$$ the cleanup through Australia.
Look after yourself xx

josi

12-01-2011, 04:15

B1B2 - I didn't know you were in Brissy. I was evacuated from work today too and in the 1pm gridlock as well. It was a bit scarey with the water levels rising. Our place is on stilts in red hill (though at the bottom of a hill), so I'm hoping we'll stay dry. i'll be a bit sad if we do get water into our brand new reno. I'm moving our photo albums just in case. I can't believe the devastation that this flooding is causing. My heart goes out to all those flood affected. DHs instructed me not to go into labour over the next few days... A friend of mine is overdue... I hope she can hold off a bit longer..

sandramm1

12-01-2011, 07:38

Simone- :fingerscrossed: it is a false alarm and you arent really in labour. Scooter needs to keep on cooking for awhile longer.

Bourbon- great price on the cake- sounds like it will be very cute and super yummy!!! I am trying to decide whether to have mine at home or at a cafe or restaurant- what sort of food are you doing for yours?

B1B2- take care over the next few days sweetie. Do you have to go to work today? I really hope your home and family stay dry and safe.

Josi- I really hope your house doesnt get effected by the floods and that you and your family stay safe.

AFM: have started filling in forms for PPL and oh my gosh they ask a million and one questions!!!! I havent had any braxton hicks type feelings as yet, but bubs is still moving heaps especially after meal times.

anemone

12-01-2011, 08:02

Samara'sMum - that's good that your levels have finally come down, but how annoying about the scar (they are worrying its too thin, is that right?). Glad you could get a 2nd opinion as it must be completely frustrating when you are all ready to get started again...:freakingout:

Simone - really hope this is just Braxton Hicks etc, but you are v wise to get checked out, would not be easy to relax when a long way from a decent hosp. Thinking of you.

TNT - thats v sweet of you! and a good idea, thank you. I think Ill be fine though, just need to do a few short trips in the week during the day and on Sundays when the traffic is light and then build up from there. May also get a GPS -- as annoying as they can be, it saves you stressing about directions.

All you Brissie and N'Qld girls - so scary to hear about what's happening up there. :eek: Hope you stay very safe and have somewhere to go if you do get flooded. Yes the clean-up will be v expensive and take many months...

Bourbon - cool about the cake, sounds gorgeous, and a good price too. when is your baby shower?

Sandramm - yikes on the form. Will have to check it out - these things have a habit of being more complicated than you think, hey? Hope you can get it sorted soon.

Bonny :wave: we cycled together as well. Cant believe how close bubs is for you now, how exciting!!

AFM - trying to keep busy so as not to stress about the breast lump. Its hard not to though. I am just so glad they could see me tomorrow rather than waiting weeks and weeks.
Was talking to my mum on the phone last night about my birth and jeez am I glad Im not giving birth in the early 70s. "First you have your enema, then a bath" :eek: and episiotomies were routine, as was being flat on your back in bed (although she avoided a lot of that as the first stage was almost over by the time she got to hosp apparently - hope that happens to me!) And of course no dads in the delivery suite...

Anyone know where you can get bra-extenders from? I think I really should have bought a 12 rather than a 10, cos the 10s felt v restrictive under my bbs later in the day and in the eve. But it was tricky cos the 12 gaped at the sides in the cup, so I reckon a bra extender will give me a bit more growing room, after all its still 12 weeks plus to go...

sydney29

12-01-2011, 10:54

Anemone- :fingerscrossed: all is fine and the lump is nothing... You can get the extender at bras n things

sydney29

12-01-2011, 10:55

SimoneK - Thinking about you hope u and scooter are fine...

sydney29

12-01-2011, 10:56

B1B2 and Josi - Stay safe and dry...Hope you have all the support you need during this difficult time.

sydney29

12-01-2011, 10:58

I thought I felt movement a few days back.. That day i got the same pooky feeling twice once in the afternoon once at night.. Havent felt any movement after that for the last 2 to 3 days.. I could not even find bub on Doppler today.

SimoneK

12-01-2011, 11:07

Anemone - I got some extenders from Bra's and Things. Most of those type of shops have them. Make sure you know if your bra has 2 hooks or 3 though, as they have different ones.

AFM - All clear! I'm so glad I came here early though because I was in so much pain all yesterday and last night I would have been freaking out in Krabi away from a hospital.
I saw a lovely female Ob/Gyn at Samitivej hospital and she checked my cervix (closed) and Scooters heartbeat (160) and told me that he'd turned so his head was resting right on my cervix and boofing it. It was giving me severe, regular cramps that were radiating out to my lower back. I think he may have moved in the night though 'cause it's not so sore today. Very relieved!

So now we've got an extra day in Bangkok which is actually quite good. Gonna check out some apartments for when I have to stay here, go to the mall, meet up with friends who are here for a job fair. I meet my OB tomorrow morning which I'm pretty excited about. I really hope I get an ultrasound - haven't had one for 2 months!

Am loving the hospital, too. It looks like a 5 star hotel, everyone is incredibly efficient and friendly, speaks perfect English, you walk out the door and a guy calls a taxi for you. It's the opposite of Vietnamese hospitals!

I'm just watching BBC news about the floods and I can't believe it. Take care all you Brisbane ladies!

sandramm1

12-01-2011, 11:36

anemone- we have definitely come a long way since the 70's and their ideas about the ideal way to give birth- much more choice now.
Definitely try and stay busy until tomorrow when you get your check up- :fingerscrossed: its nothing to worry about.

Simone- so glad to hear that it was nothing serious and scooter will keep on cooking. Such a cheeky boy giving mummy a scare like that though. Sounds like being a day early is a good thing- lots to keep you busy.

AFM: just had lunch and am about to head out of the office to do a visit- not looking forward to the humidity outside. Frizzy hair alert!!!

Hayls70

12-01-2011, 12:19

hello pregnant ladies..

I've been watching the Brisbane Floods on TV all morning..and it is so scary and devastating..
Josi..B1B2.. I hope you guys are ok and your houses survive, I can only imagine the pure chaos that must be going on there right now! and Josi, hope your friend can hold off for a few days!!

Simone- glad to hear all is ok with you and bubs! It's really scary when something happens that doesn't feel normal,.good to hear bubs is doing well..just giving you a fright! The hospital in Bangkok sounds wonderful..better than here :laughing:..you're going to be in luxury by the sounds of it! Good luck finding somewhere nice to stay.

Sydney- so exciting chicky to be feeling bubs moving..They have their quiet days too so don't be alarmed, I found that too at that stage, bubs would have an active day then might go 2 or 3 days where I didn't feel her!..it's hard not to worry but as you get further along you'll be feeling him/her everyday!

anemone- good luck with your check up tomorrow..Hopefully it is just another side effect of the pregnancy and nothing to worry about!
It's amazing how things have changed from the 70's (thank god!) I would hate it if DH couldn't be in the delivery room with me!!

bourbon- that cake sounds awesome! I'm just having a lunch at Trigg Island Cafe for my baby shower..I think my GF is organizing for 12th Feb. When is yours? I think what you're describing sounds like braxton hicks..I think I've been getting them in the last couple days too..a bit of tightening but no pain.

Sandramm- what is PPL -pardon my ignorance!! Is it for pre-admission?

bonnybaby- hiya chicky, nice to see you popping in here..I always lurk in your thread just to check up on you..and fick and a few others from TTC thread. You and I are not far apart on our due dates so I feel like we're often going through the same things around the same time! I am so impressed that you are still working though..that-I couldn't see myself doing now! I hope you can squeeze a couple extra weeks early leave!!

TNT- how are you going?
samarasmum- big hugs.xx
hiya to everyone I've missed...carrington, helstar (you've been MIA for a long time!) laura ( I know you're in the earlier thread x) ange, sharlsum, moo,kim,lulu how are you guys going..

afm- DH and I went to our 2nd Pregnancy/birthing Seminar at Saint John of God hospital Subiaco last night. They took us on tour through the labour ward and showed us labour room/theatre room/neonatal room/daycare room- where you can drop bubs off for a couple hours at certain times if you need a little sleep!! and showed us the rooms we'll be in after the birth. It all became very REAL to me and I felt a bit FREAKED out!! When I told this to DH he said "EPIDURAL" as if that would be enough to calm me..bless him!!
anyway,found out some more info on safety,what to expect and ceasareans so have one more night -next tuesday!
also found out we don't have to take any clothes in for bubs, they supply it all..you just have to take change of clothes to take bubs home in! they also supply box huggies 36 newborn and everything else for while you are there!! here I was thinking we had to take all this!
Has anyone else gone to these seminars yet?

everythingcrossed

12-01-2011, 13:54

:yelclap:2011 ROLL CALL :yelclap:

MARCH
Hayls70 - 24th - GIRL
lauralollipop - 29th
Josi - 29th - GIRL and BOY

APRIL
ange81 - 1st - GIRL
Carrington – 3rd -GIRL
Moo79 - 6th
Hoping4AMiracle - 7th
sandramm1- 10th GIRL
Mahogany - 10th
bourbon11646 - 14th SURPRISE
Everafter - 14th
Purplesparkles - 15th SURPRISE
SimoneK - 15th Gender: BOY
Kim - 21st SURPRISE
B1B2 - 23rd - GIRL and BOY
Lychee - 25th - BOY
helstar2303 - 27th
Lulusmum - 'twins' 28th SURPRISE
Anemone - 29th BOY

MAY
Zultbear - 3rd - GIRL
babydreaming2009 - 6th - GIRL
Bunnikins - 11th
Lilypily - 16th

JUNE
Winzy - 6th
Everythingcrossed - 6th BOY
TNTbub - 8th (Im thinking boy) any bets?
Sharlsum - 'twins' -10th - GIRL and BOY
Sydney29 - 11th

SCANS & APPOINTMENTS

Sydney29- 19wk2day morphology scan 14/1
TNTbub - 19wk morphology scan 19/1
Kim - 28 wk OB appt; GTT (1 hr) 24/1
Sandra- 29 wk OB app; 24/1
Ange81 - 30 wk OB appt 25/1
Everythingcrossed - 22wk OB appt 2/2

Hi All, Again it has been far too long between posts from me, sorry I know I am hopeless, but I have been reading and keeping up with everyone. Happy New Year:celebrate: and what a wonderful year it will be too. I have just updated the rollcall to show we are having a BOY!!!!!!:cheerleader2::cheerleader2::cheerleader2 :
I had the 19 week scan today, and bubs is perfect and growing along nicely, I have a definite baby bump now, which is very exciting.
We have also finished off the nursery, I get so excited just sitting in the room. We kept it neutral Yellow with a Winnie the Pooh theme, but I am so excited that I can go and buy Blue things now, especially from the Target sale tomorrow:smiliedance:
We also picked up our pram xmas eve, the Baby Jogger City Select - OMG I love it!
Hi to everyone, and goodluck to the girls having their morph scan very soon, can't wait to see what everyone else is having.
EC
xx

ange81

12-01-2011, 14:39

hi girls, how is everyone doing?
had my 28 week scan a few days back.. baby is doing great, measuring well, about 29 weeks! had to go have another blood test today, My iron is still Way Down! upping my ferro grad pills to 2 a day for the next few weeks now!
placenta is also very lay lowing Still! has only moved a 1.5 cms in the past 5 weeks. That wont be checked again till 34 weeks and then even if its low ive got until 38-39 weeks for it to move other C sec for me!
hayls - those classes seem amazing, and i bet it would all become very real then! i must get on and book in for classes asap! i will also be doing the once a night class for 3 weeks, gives us time for it to all sink in spreading it out like that! nervous about doing them though too!!
we still have heaps to do to set up nursery, heaps to buy too, but we know what we want with most things, so just got to get going now over the next few weeks and go onto things!
held my best friends sisters newborn bub this arvo! well shes 5 weeks old now, but still so so tiny!!! was hard imagining i willl have my own in 2.5 months time!
on a sad note, another friend of mine, her friend is pregnant with twins, shes 23 weeks, she went on a holiday to sydney and on mon went into an early labor!
: ( a baby girl was born and then dies shortly after, a baby boy is still inside, with a strong heartbeat so there praying he'll be able to stay inside for another 2-3 weeks for a better chance of survival!! just breaks my heart. the poor girl!! so keep ur fingers crossed for the little boy!!! :fingerscrossed:
Has anyone noticed theyve started to wake during night now, noticed this since 27 weeks, im tossing and turning abit, cant get comfy and up in the toilet again around 4-5am, and then takes a little while to get back to sleep.
Also for the girls with anterior placenta, dont be worried if your not feeling any movement at 20 week, i didnt feel a thing till about 22 weeks and even then it wasnt too much, only since last 2-3 weeks has it been more consistent and noticable. i sometimes feel little kicks near the ribs or down low like its against my bladder.
also energy has gone down since 27 weeks too, i could just about go for a nap now!
congrats to everything crossed with having a baby boy!!!! great news!!
sandramm1 - so humid here too!!! i hate the frizzy hair.. so annoying! :)
hi to everyone else!! :wave:

bourbon11646

12-01-2011, 15:39

Ange - oh no that is so sad about your friends friend who lost her baby girl. I hope the boy pulls through but omg soooo devastating. As for waking during the night, ive been like that since the very beginning! And im getting more and more uncomfortable and then cant get back to sleep. Prob bubbs training us for sleep deprivation lol.

Everythingcrossed - Yay for a boy!! :cheerleader2: Thats great you have done your nursery, im jealous as i cant do one until we move after bubs is born. Would make it so much more real and exciting. Im looking forward to the Target sale tomorrow!

Hayls - lunch at Trigg Island sounds nice :yes: My shower is on 6 Feb, trying to sort out dates was not easy, working around everyone else and also not leaving it too late for me to do the shopping that still needs to be done. I have an antenatal class all day sat one booked for 12 march, is getting quite late but i wanted to make sure DH could come so have to work around his work. Wow i cant believe the hospital provides most things thats great, including nappies woohoo! My friend had clothes etc provided but for some silly reason wanted to use her own (why i dont know i say mess theirs up and use their supply!!).

Sandra - Dont boil in the humidity, i hate it when its humid, makes me really tired. For my baby shower im putting on finger food, a cake, cool drink & orange juice (not sure if i can afford champagne) etc.. What are you going to do?

Simone - yay for getting the all clear... phew... and ouch about bubs being on your cervix. Thats great you get to spend another day in Bangkok and that the hospital is nice. Goodluck with meeting your Ob tomorrow, i hope you love him/her :gl:

Anemone - Breast lumps are scary, can you squeeze yours in between your fingers? I can with mine and that apparently indicates a cyst on the surface.
Im glad we arent in the 'olden days' giving birth thats for sure! As for bra extenders i did see some but where i cant remember, i think either a bra shop or Big W... Im on the last hook on my maternity bra too and at times it feels tight. The lady said i really need the next size up (12E omg..) but it was a bit gapey in the cup so i didnt like it.

Sydney - Did you google nursery stickers on the net? Let me know what you find, im interested for when i do my nursery and since ill be renting i cant do anything permanent on the walls..

Floods/Fires - OMG ..... :eek: Ive been glued to the news all morning! Its getting BAD! And today i saw some horses swimming in the water trying to get to land with no success :( I hope someone saves them the poor things. I wonder if my DH will still go to Brisbane next sunday for his 2 week course or if it will get cancelled :confused:
As for the little bast*rds that lit that fire in Wa and has made heaps of people lose their homes i hope Karma comes and bites you in the ar*e grr..

Hi to everyone else ive missed, hope youre all ok xx

AFM: Well its the opposite to the rest of the state here in Perth.. hot hot hot. Our airconditioning has been working flat out.
Target sale tomorrow woohoo, watch out here i come :hyper:
Ob appt friday, my mum might be able to come with me which will be good, she can see the scan :) If not im picking her up afterwards and we are spending the day together yay! Shes in Mandurah so i dont get to see her much.
Next tues i have to go to the hospital for my 'Pre-admission Interview' with the head midwife to go over forms and paperwork etc.
I havent heard back from my GTT so im assuming all is well ( the midwife said she will only call if bad..), im interested in knowing what my iron levels are doing. Last we knew they were sooooo high they tested me for haemochromatosis disease (which came back normal) but ive been soo tired i wonder if the levels have now dropped.
While DH was at work today i went through all our boxes of baby stuff and put away all my 0000 clothes into our chest of drawers. I freed up one of mine and one of DH's for baby stuff since we cant have a nursery until around May after bubs is here due to moving house. He will get a surprise when he opens that drawer, finds his clothes gone (i hung them instead) and little baby ones in their place haha :laughing: :laughing:

bonnybaby

12-01-2011, 21:44

Lurker...

Bourbon - hmmm am I ready? Not entirely, and yet toady my ticker is in single digits, eeek. Nursery is almost done but I still have to put up the wall stickers. Still to wash all the clothes and blankets etc, and to buy a few more bits and pieces. If she came today, we would definitely have enough to live on though. Im at SJOG in Murdoch. Only 15mins away so thats good. Hopefully your GTT comes back ok. Mine didnt and Im pretty disappointed about it. Not full blown GD, but borderline. So Im now on a strict low GI diet. haha I would have thought being pregnant is the one time I can let loose and give in to all my evil chocolate cravings....but no longer :no: How are you doing? Have everything ready??

Hayls - Hey there. Yeah we are only 2 days apart, so we go through it all together...I also went to my 2nd antenatal class last night, however Im at SJOG Murdoch. Its awesome that they provide everything, except going home outfit!! So no need to think about packing bubs bag. I understand completely when you said it hit you walking through the hospital. I felt the same way. Its starting to feel extremely REAL...this is happening in only a few weeks. eeeek.
Ive been getting the tightening too, which probably lasts for about 40seconds or so. My entire belly turns into a rock and the skin gets extremely tight. Im assuming its braxton hicks?!

Anemone - :wave: hey there, I remember we cycled together!! Hope you are doing well. All our hard work TTC is paying off!

bourbon11646

12-01-2011, 23:15

Been researching baby products & talking to friends, these might be some must haves:
Curash products - gentle on bubbs skin & prevents nappy rash, not harsh like other brands.
Huggies Newborn Nappies with wetness indicator - the indicator strip changes colour when nappy needs to be changed, has a special waistband to prevent leaks & only nappy that helps prevent nappy rash.
Nipple cream - Lansinoh lanolin cream no need to wipe off before feeds & prevents cracked sore nipples.
Suncream - a brand for babies that has UVA & UVB protection..
Etc etc..
There r sales on at toys r us and wizard pharmacy apparently have 50% off storewide I think sat onwards?

sandramm1

13-01-2011, 07:23

Hayls- PPL= paid parental leave vs BB= Baby bonus.
I want to do a tour of our hospital soon too, apparently they run them every saturday afternoon and no need to book- just need to check the time. Plus we have our parent/birth course coming up on the 22nd Jan.

Everything crossed- congratulations on your little boy blue that is so exciting now being able to buy some blue things. I cant wait to hit up the target sale. I wont get there until about 10.30am though so hope theres still some good stuff around!!!

ange- heres hoping your iron levels go up with the increase in tabs- just watch for constipation. I also really hope the placenta moves enough in time for a natural birth.
Thats so sad about your friend who lost one twin and is now fighting to save her precious son.My thoughts are with her at this horrible stressful time.

Bourbon- have you heard much about giaia products? I have heard that they are good too?
I have started to buy huggies newborn nappies to have a good stash at home before our income is reduced and also started buying curash wipes, nappy bags, cotton buds, cotton pads, maternity pads, and nipple cream. I havent looked into sun cream as yet.
I'm not sure whether to do finger food, a simple lunch, or to have a brunch at Kazbah (a morrocan restaurant in Balmain that do an awesome brunch for $25 pp). Need to decide soon though.
Cant wait for the target sale!!!

AFM: Woke up last night so so hot. It doesnt help that to get a good sleep I am sleeping with a full body pillow which seems so hot. I dont like sleeping with the aircon on but I was tempted last night. Finally got back to sleep after splashing some cold water on my face and drinking some cold cold water.

TNTbub

13-01-2011, 09:45

Oh Jeepers I just cant keep up without internet at home. I feel bad not being about to do personals. I have to rectify this Im ringing iinet for naked dsl.

Im fine I am feeling bubs every now and again. I certainly feel him stretching my uterus. He is doing home renovations making the place bigger. lol. I say him because that is my bet Im having a boy we will find out in 5 days. I have been feeling tired again, but mostly fine.

Oh and I have been meaning to ask. Does anyone get sore sensitive areolas? I have been lubing up my belly and (.)(.) with palmers butter and man when I go over my areolas and those bumps ouch. Not the whole boob but the areolas.

Just brought a baby bouncer and play gym from target sales. It was originally $100 and brought down to $50 bargain!! Couldnt stay in the store their aircon was broken and it was soooooo hot in there. I wasnt planning on getting much so early in pregnancy just one item if it was too good to pass up and wallah baby bouncer.

How is everyone else? I like to ask so I can read back...but Im sorry about not being able to do personals.

TNTbub

Hayls70

13-01-2011, 11:04

hello luvly ladies xx

I'm getting ready...well soon as I get off the computer!! to go to TARGET..Hope we don't all get disappointed we've built it up so much:laughing:

be back later to do some personals and let you know what I buy!!
Meant to be a cool change in Perth tomorrow..please!
( I know I shouldn't complain AT ALL with what's going on in QLD, really sad)

sandramm1

13-01-2011, 11:30

Tntbub- my nipples and aereolas get very sensitive too and are sore to touch. I saw that baby bouncer at target- bargain. We are being lent one but otherwise I would have picked it up too.

Hayls- hope you arent disappointed by the sales. I heard a lady that worked there saying the sale is on for 2 weeks, and they would be getting more stock in.

AFM: I braved target and there were masses of pregnant ladies around with alot of them looking like they were going to go any minute.
I got some more onesies in sizea 0000, 000, and some 00. PLus some cute winter clothes in sizes 000, and 00. I got some tomee tippee bottles for newborns as well as tomee tipee dummies and avent dummies. Some breast pads- reusable and disposable, some towels, some muslin wraps, a sleep suit thingy, some socks, a 3 pack of blankets, and a couple of small toys that are suitable from birth. I didnt need to buy any big ticket items but looked like there were some good buys- mattresses for $49 and a basinette for $98, crawler nappies were on special too. Plus 20% off all baby clothes.

bourbon11646

13-01-2011, 13:52

I'm back from Target - ALIVE lol :-)
Preg women everywhere, no men I wonder why lol!
Here's what I bought all on sale:
2 vests
2 onsies
Socks
Curash anti rash baby powder
Curash fragrance free wipes
Curash nappy rash cream
Curash soap free bath (you can use as soap, shampoo, moisturizer - froth up in bath & no need to rinse off as it moisturizes)
Brush & comb set
Hospital choice nail clippers & tweezers
Hospital choice baby's first digital thermometer
2 car sun shades for windows - tome Tippee
2 toys/chimes/soft toys/links for pram etc
Mattress protector
Ryco black baby bag - love it!!
From a chemist on sale I got:
Huggies newborn nappies with wetness indicator
Lansinoh nipple cream

All for $135!!

There were huge savings on big items too but I have mine already (bought on sale of course).

Looked at the new maternity clothes range at target but not much there.
Maternity bras etc r on sale too :-)

Oh & wizard pharmacy is only 15% off not 50% .. thought too good to be true lol!

Hayls70

13-01-2011, 19:57

Wow you guys went crazy!!!!:laughing:

I felt like going crazy but I have been given so much stuff that I had to restrain myself!!

I bought a change mat to go on my new chest of drawers
and Ryco Nappy Bag- brown one, looks very nice..I'll probably be using it as my handbag/baby bag!!
also bought some bibs and that is it from Target!

Got some Maternity Bras from K-mart and some more undies.

Bourbon- how much were the TT window shades? The Ryco bags we're good value hey! Better than spending $160 in Baby shop!!

Sandramm- Lady at counter told me the sale ended next wednesday! Not sure who's right but if I feel I need anything else I best go there before just incase! Are you all set now? It's hard getting decent sleep isnt it..specially with the hot weather, I get up 3x night to go to the toilet and find I have to wet my legs under the shower to keep cool, I'm just using ceiling fan.

TNT- yes my nips are tender to touch.Sounds like you scored some bargains at Target! Funny seeing all us pregnant ladies wandering the aisles!
ps. I'm going to guess you're having a boy too x

everythingcrossed- YAY for a :babyboy: baby BOY very exciting to know what you're having!! Makes it that bit more real doesn't it, now you can say "he" when you're talking about him! Have you told your family and friends?

bonnybaby- How is your new diet going?(hope its not too hard to stick to..are you craving sweets?) I was sure I would be having to go on a GD diet too after all the crap I've been eating!..but apparently it doesn't work like that.

ange- that's devastating news about your friend's baby, I hope her little boy will be ok.
On the getting up through the night..I get up about 3 times to go to the loo!! We are definately getting prepared!! and yes, been very tired the last couple weeks now, I could sleep all day!! Have you had a nap today?

sharlsum

13-01-2011, 20:08

Hi Ladies

Sydney i found a look of minnie and micky stuff on ebay from uk crib sets for both bub's maybe try there you will find heaps on there babe

everythingcrossed- Yay For a Boy Congrats to you and hubby well done any names picked out for bub yet hun

Hayls70- Hey huni how are you hope all is well

TNTbub- well done will saving why not i went to target got baby close spend heaps on both bub's and then my 7 year old dd said mum what do i get so we bought her a disney princess doll she loved it, and it's so cute she come shopping and picks out things for her brother and sister i love her been a part of every bit xxx

bourbon11646- Hey Huni you are sure getting all you can well done

Ladies Just a quick post for those ladies having twins wanted to ask i'm 19 weeks today and had a tander sore tummy today from boobs down to pelivs just feels tender when i walk move and stuff wanted to see if this is normal all should i be worried and see a dr about it :freakingout: so scared

bourbon11646

13-01-2011, 21:33

Sharlsum - im good thanks, some aches & pains now though which im going to ask my ob about, i think they might be braxton hicks.. hope youre well :)

Hayls - Go the Ryco bag!!! I love love love it! And mine is in black & looks more business like so DH wont be embarrassed carrying it around lol. Its got great sections & pockets in it hasnt it.
And half price woohoo! The window shades were around $10 once the discount was applied.
Thank god its going to be cooler in perth tomorrow but more heat is on the way. I cant complain about the weather though after watching what poor Qld is going through. So sad.

Sandra - yay for target sales! I was hoping there would be more choice in clothes but since i dont know the gender i was kind of limited.. Yes ive heard the Giaia products are fantastic and theyre meant to be organic or something too yeah?

Tnt - im looking forward to finding out the sex of your bubs :) Since we are having a surprise i have to live through you guys lol.. What a day for the target where you live to have its air con broken - when there are hordes of pregnant women barging through the isles! Lucky there wasnt a riot!
You should get that nipple cream i mentioned, its meant to be fantastic for sore/cracked/dry etc nipples and says you should use during pregnancy if they are sore and also during breastfeeding.

Bonny - Hows that low GI diet going? I hope youre finding lots of tasty treats on the ok list to satisfy your cravings! yay for being in single digits on your ticker - OMG!! Not long now and youll be a mummmmmyyyyy!:hyper:

AFM: My stomach has been hurting today like Braxton Hicks contractions, seeing Ob tomorrow thank god so ill ask him whats happening and get some reassurance. Feels like bubbs is very heavy and low now that i need to hold my stomach when i walk or it hurts..
Im officially in the 3rd trimester as of today :smiliedance:
PS: how sad seeing on the news that young boy told rescuers in the qld floods to save his brother & mum first even though he couldnt swim, he ended up dying as did his mum, SO SAD :(

B1B2

13-01-2011, 21:56

Hi Ladies,
it's so surreal in this city at the moment, we are so lucky to be in a dry suburb, but flooding is only a few km's away, I feel soooo sorry for everyone who's houses and businesses are inundated, and those who have lost loved ones, it's such a terrible tragedy......... I feel so helpless, I would volunteer physically but am not much help in my current state. I did put together a couple of bags of clothes, shoes, linen and books for adults and kids today, so will take them to Red cross tomorrow. DD helped me put them together, she amazes mefor a 3 year old, generously offering her toys, books and clothes, she said "it is so sad Mama".
I got to see my Obs today, luckily the roads to the hospital where he is are dry. Bubs are all good, symmetrical size, girl is head down and boy remains breech. Both were measuring of average size for singletons, so good sizes for twins. They both had HR of ~ 160bpm. 12 weeks to go max, yay! I am really uncomfortable sleeping and resting now, hips ache and not allowed to lie on my back without being almost sitting, oh well!
Would like to start setting the nursery up, but have to find somewhere to put the spare bed/office stuff.... DH seems to see no hurry, I have other ideas!!

Simone - glad Scooter is staying put and all is good. How did you Obs appt go? The hospital sounds lovely, enjoy the service!;)

Bourbon - sounds like you shopped up a storm today, well done! I want to add another "must have " to your list please!!..... Pawpaw cream (in red tube or pot, can't remember brand name sorry) it'sfabulous healing cream and all natural so can easily use on nipples or bubs bottom, or anywhere else that needs healing, it is really quite amazing how quickly it works, DD never got nappy rash thanks to this cream.:yelclap:

Sharlsum - minnie and mickey theme sounds cute! Don't worry about the tenderness, I have had so many unusual pains and cramps, many more than I ever remember with one bub on board. My Obs says it's because muscles and ligaments & all soft tissue is having to stretch at an astronomical rate, I seem to be in some kind of pain constantly. Try and get plenty of rest, it does help.

Hayls70 - well done on the purchases, sounds like you had fun! I get up abotu 3x a night too, it's so sleep-disturbing isn't it, I find it hard to get back to sleep after ~2am, but am managing to have decent day naps while DD asleep when I'm not working.

Sandramm - sounds like you had fun shopping too, well done! The little onesies are sooo cute aren't they. I know what you mean about waking up hot, I find I sleep way better if I have the overhead fan on medium rather than low, must just keep me gently cooled!!

TNT - good buying with the bouncer and playgym, I love bargains! Exciting you will find out soon whether your boy prediction is correct!

Everythingcrossed - exciting to be having a :cheerleader2:boy!, congrats!

Anenome - good luck with your ultrasound, I had a lump (or "puckered" area) while pregnant and BF and had a scan,luckily it was just caused by the major changes occuring in the breast tissue in prep for BF'ing, hope you find a similar answer.

Well better go, having lots of braxton hicks while sitting here and not very comfortable, feels like someone squeeeeeeezing your tummy!

bourbon11646

13-01-2011, 22:28

B1b2 - lol I've used that paw paw ointment for yrs - it's GREAT! I use it as lip balm and also on my dogs nose when it's dry/cracked!
When I read u only have 12 weeks left I thought wow that's not long then realized I only have that long too!!
I'm glad you were able to get to your Ob appt and you are coping ok in the floods.
Your DD sounds very sweet with a big heart.
Dh is donating 2 of his annual leave days ($) from his new job towards qld floods.

sandramm1

14-01-2011, 07:38

Bourbon- glad to hear that you survived the target sale. I forgot to check the maternity wear section- but glad to hear I didnt miss much.
Whenever I get pains, I always think- sheesh whats it going to be like in another 6 weeks or another 10 weeks!!! Hope you have just been feeling braxton hicks.

Hayls- glad to hear you found a great nappy bag/handbag from target. I think I am almost set- need to check whether the basinette we have been lent has a mattress protector and sheets- otherwise will get one set. Also need a cover for my changetable- but didnt see any at target.

sharlsum- a tender tummy sounds pretty familiar- some days everything just feels sore. Glad to hear you got bubs some nice clothes and DD got a toy too. She sounds like she will be a great big sister.

B1B2- Glad to hear that you had no problems getting to see your OB and that all is going well with your babies.
I should get a fan for our bedroom I think that would help immensely with the heat and waking up hot.
Your daughter sounds so gorgeous- Is she looking forward to being a big sister?

AFM: My carpal tunnel has been playing up lately especially during the day- I think it is because I am back at work and using the computer and mouse alot. Need to up my fluid intake and take more regular breaks. I am counting down the weeks until maternity leave begins!!! 8 weeks to go!!!!

sharlsum

14-01-2011, 07:54

sandramm1- Hi Huni Thanks for the reply its good to know things are normal and others feel the same aches and pains other wise i would worry worry worry lol how have you been ?

B1B2- hi huni thanks for the reply yeah i think minnie and micky are so cute and dd will be a great big sister she can't wait for the bub's to come she tells me mum once bub's come you sleep and i'll get up in the night lol i said oh she is so cute and she has a savings acc and even wanted to split her money for all of them to make it equal but i said thanks huni mummy and daddy will do the same for all 3 of you, sometimes i want top cry cause she thinks of everyone she even wanted to give 100 dollars to the floods so her daddy gave her 100 to give to the floods was so nice of her lol

bourbon11646- hi huni thats good i'm glad all is well for you and bub's babe won't be long now till we all get to meet our blessing bub's and just love them so much its such a gift and blessing from god i'm so greatful that there are many doctors who can help all us women with getting our dreams :hyper:

Hello to all you ladies and i hope all of you are well and bub's are doing great xxx

anemone

14-01-2011, 08:17

Hey lovely ladies,

Will be back later to do some personals but just wanted to let you know my USS was OK - the lump looked like an enlarged milk duct. So probably a bit like what you had, B1B2. The USS lady was a bit of a b^&ch, she seemed to just have a bad attitude and wasnt v patient, gave me no time to get dressed and was impatient about positioning me on the table (which was a bit complex). But i was just so thankful to get the all clear!

SO of course I went celebratory shopping at Target (sounds like many of us did!) and got a great nappy bag ($40 ish), 4 onesies of various sizes - love the bright colours they have, a thermometer and a top for myself (not maternity but baggy). Im sure Ill be back to get more as the deals were pretty good.

BBL xo

LillyPonds

14-01-2011, 09:50

Hi Ladies

B1B2 -Very sad about the flooding. We are out that way but we are high and dry.I too would love to volunteer but I'm not much use either. Lots of our staff can't get to work because of all the flooding. But as far as we are aware they are high and dry and no reports of damage for them.

All you ladies have been busy at target lol. We went yesterday but only picked up a baby gate and baby manicure set lol. No clothes just yet.

everythingcrossed

14-01-2011, 13:14

Afternoon Girls,

Hayls70 - We are still trying to be so careful and call bubs 'it', as we have only told our parents and siblings, we want to keep it a surprise for everyone else - but OMG it is so hard, and I hope I don't slip up LOL!

Sharlsum - As far as names go, we have a few in mind - my DH is adamant he wants Angus (after Angus Young from ACDC), but I have put my foot down as I can't stand the name, so Angus may well be a middle name. I really like Jack for a boy and that would be an honour for my grandfather too, but we are still searching in case something else grabs us. Boys names are sooo much harder than girls names:laughing:

I too spent up big at the Target sale, I was so glad my mother in law came with me, she pushed the trolley while I chucked stuff in, here's a quick list of what I grabbed:

Catriona Rowntree Black maternity dress
2 x huggies newborn jumbo packs - $33 a box - what a bargain
3 x 00000 all in one jump suits
2 x 000 summer all in ones
1 x newborn sports socks, so damn cute
1 x 2 piece set (a bit nicer than the jumpsuits for going out)
2 pack of towels
I think that's it, and layby'd with no deposit.

Will definitely be going back as some of the stock hadn't come in yet that I had my eye on.

TGIF
EC
xx

sydney29

14-01-2011, 13:58

"ME POST WARNING"

had my 18 week 6 day scan. It's a :FemaleSymbol:. Baby is measuring 18weeks and 1 day that is five days behind. I am very worried is that normal. She was active and had a heart rate of 149 but behind in growth which has got me really worried. Please let me know if any of you had this and everything is ok.. I dont see my ob for 10 days and I cant stop stressing.....

sydney29

14-01-2011, 14:00

sydney29

14-01-2011, 14:01

sharlsum

14-01-2011, 15:14

Hi Sydney- huni i'm not to sure about the 5 days behind thing did they say anything to you when you was there i have always been 3 to 4 days in front babe so that i could not tell you maybe just give the ob a call to ease your mind babe but i'm sure if something was wrong they would have told you babe and good hb mine at 18 weeks were baby a girl 129 and baby b boy 132 i was worried that the hb wer not to good and stressing and still em now

anemone

14-01-2011, 15:39

Hi Sydney - congratulations on your little girl! I really would not stress too much because "behind" just means compared to some average measurement. I think that with scans at this stage they are not that accurate in terms of dating either - up to a week either way I think. But your Ob is the best person to contact - perhaps give them a call for reassurance.

EC - so hard to compromise on names hey? We are nowhere near deciding either! I bought a couple of 00000 onesies as well - at that price I though I might as well get the full selection of sizes as bubs might be small (and I think they said 00000 fits 3kg, so not that small!) - but its confusing to me how many to get of what size...

Sorry gotta run but will do proper personals on the WE.

ange81

14-01-2011, 16:50

hey girls,
congrats Sydney on baby girl!! i wouldnt worry bout them saying few days behind! its always few days behind or few days in front. depends on ur size, different things, its only an average.
i dont know about the other girls, but i havnt bought any 00000, been told not to either unless of course i have a prem baby! most are born into 4 0's, and even them i keep getting told only have a handful of that size cause they might only be in them 3-5 weeks depending on birth weight. (i already have about 7-8 outfits in this size. about 3 sleeveless and 5 with sleeves as bubs will be born while weather is still warmish.
i have a ton of clothes, heaps of body suits, sizes ranging from 0000 - 0 (been collecting up for 2 yrs :p ) few singlets, few socks, been giving a lot of bibs as pressies so far, and muslim wraps, blanklets, etc, but so much i need to buy. have 3 boxes all up now of newborn nappies (was told I def wouldnt need any more then the 3 boxes), got alot of wipes too. its so exciting buying bits and pieces.

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Lychee

14-01-2011, 17:05

Hi Ladies

Sydney - congrats to you on your :cheerleader1:. How exciting for you. Like anemone and ange say, I too have heard/read that a week in front or behind is normal at this stage.

EC - we are keeping bubs gender a suprise too IRL and have found that using a nickname for bubs has stopped us from having to refer to bubs as it or he. We call bubs Cookie as he is due Anzac Day (Anzac Cookie...)

Anemone - good news re the USS. Shame the sonographer had no bedside manner.

Sandra - :celebrate: 8 weeks to go!!!!! Sorry to hear your CT is playing up again. There are some crazy symptoms pg brings on isnt there!

:wave: Sharlsum, Simone, Bourbon, Hayls and everyone else...just a quick post today so have only gone back one page.

AFM - I just noticed last night that I can no longer see my feet anymore when I am standing up straight. How funny. Cant see my 'smoo' either (thanks for the wording Mya :D). Have put on around 10kg :eek:

Well I went totally wild at Target. DH was the worst influence and everything I touched he's like 'yep chuck it in'. I have never known him to be so enthused about shopping. Here's a list of what I can remember getting:

2 x 108 Huggies nappies
Onesies in 0000, 000 & 00 (heaps) all long sleeve
2 hoodies (for bubs)
2 pants (still for bubs)
towels
bassinet mattress protectors
flannelet wraps (will use as Bassinet sheets)
Tommee Tippee Closer to nature bottles and steriliser set (Thx Bourbon for the research into this...:hugs:)
2 nappy buckets
A heap of maternity clothes including 2 14D bras one of which has been giving me a chinese burn all day. Bummer.

Oh for girls looking for nursery stickers, totsntales is a good website. I have just ordered some wall stickers for the nursery which I am doing in a jungle theme. Do you think if I set up the nursery that is a give-away that bubs is a boy or can jungle be unisex???

On a more serious note, my heart goes out to all the families affected by the floods. So devastating to watch. Have been tearing up watching the news each morning/evening. All my family is in Bris and Northern NSW. MIL was evacuated a couple of days ago but I don't think they lost anything which is good. Everyone has managed to stay safe and dry.

Take care everyone

Lychee

helstar2303

14-01-2011, 18:21

Howdy ladies,

Long time no see. Yes I am still around, been more lurking than anything, sorry for MIA but Dh was home and now he's not. Xmas and New Years has come and gone so been doing all that with the family. It was lovely having hubby home, we shopped for very basic baby stuff and it was enjoyable to share that with him. So no its back to Ds and I. So where do I start?

We found out we are having a little girl, but I'm not totally convinced its a girl, it was just the wording of the sonographer, it just didn't sound 100%. Took my Ds to the 19wk ultrasound and when the sonographer said "it looks like you could be having a girl" my poor son's face, hehe. But he has been good and has come to terms it could be female now. And so have and I and Dh and we can't wait to meet "her". I had my Dr appt yesterday even though I am 25 weeks, she said I was measuring 27! Eeeek and I was booked in for my GTT this morning. I did the 2 hour one, I had GD with Ds and I just thought, "why put me through this pain as its more than likely I will have it!" Anyways, 3 jab's later I was done. Felt a bit sick with no food and just that sugary drink in me. They let me lay down in the nursing bed whilst I wait for the 3 and last jab...bloody thieving vampires! Anyways I asked the Dr if I could get another scan done, so I'm booked in a couple of weeks, I am going else where this time as the 19week place they guy I had was a trainee, thus why I'm not 100% convinced and I wanted to see the genital area, was looking for that "M" or dangly bit. It probably is a girl but I just want to be 100% sure. Even though we have bought some clothes already :)

But other than that, everything else has been really good, I have taped some footage on my phone of baby kicking on my belly, it so cute. I'm not looking that huge but I am showing. I had a comment from someone in the gym saying I am not filling out like a pregnant woman. Don't know if I should take that as a compliment or not. Even though I am holding small, I am measured 27weeks, don't know how that works. Hope its just fluid and hope the scan can tell me something different. Next 2 months there will be growth spurts I'm sure!

I went to the Target sale today too and it was a quick shop. I just grabbed the basics like wipes, soaps, moisturisers and singlets for now. I have picked up 000 and 00. I know 0000 won't last. And a nappy bag reduced from $50 to $25. Man there were some great buys but I kept thinking..."just need the basics" it would of been easy to over do. 2 weeks ago when I walked into Target they had some new maternity stuff, Catriona Roundtree has her maternity label out, there were some gorgeous dresses, I didn't buy any but I did try some on. Something about Maternity wear just doesn't suit me, I think I have a short torso :/ The staff told me they won't be out for long or something. Anyways, didn't suit me so won't bother wasting money on them. I have been on ebay and I have picked up a Baby Bjorn, I don't think I'll need it much but I'll be waiting for when it arrives and I am looking at the Bumbo's. That is all, they aren't "basics" but hey least I'm not paying full price. Or else I'll just send hubby to work more, lol.

The floods this way have been devastating! I am on the Gold Coast and we were fortunate not to get hit, but boy did we have a lot of rain, I don't think I've seen so much sunlight in the last 3 days...serious! My heart goes out to them all. My cousins house and a friends house that I know of were hit bad. Their houses went under and my cousin is distraught as they only moved in there about 5months ago. Brisbane River was their waterfront view. 2 young kids and all their memories like photo's would be all gone, it would of been a million dollar house in a million dollar area. I just hope these insurance companies do the right thing. Its so sad. Dh is an ex builder and he was saying maybe he should get back into building, I said it wasn't too bad of an idea, least he will be home, and there would a lot of work! Most of these houses would have to be demolished and rebuilt for sure. We just can't get a balance here, last year was bush fires "Black Friday" and this year its just water, water and more of it. And WA with fires. There is just no balance. I heard there is a cyclone also heading this way, possibly after Australia Day and its "aimed" at the South East Qld and NSW border. But cyclones can divert so fingers crossed.

My uncle passed away last week and had his funeral burial on Tuesday when the floods hit, it was in Brisbane, I worked and Ds went with his grandparents. I was worried! Cos my parents decided to take a shop in Brisbane when all the carnage was happening! BUt all good they got home safe. Anyways they held a service on the Monday also which I attended, it was an open coffin. My mum told me not to look at the body... I'm nosey and I would of liked to see my uncle at peace. The reason why I couldn't look was because I was pregnant and some sort of superstition. Like I wish she would of told me earlier and explained, cos I was still trying to take a sneek peak, lol. She just kept dragging me to the side, haha. On that good side, as a life leaves us, another enters the world. I became an Aunty on Monday night too. My brother and his wife had their fourth child, I am blessed with a nephew. I don't know if they are having any more....lol.

Well now you know I am here, I think I have shared what I needed...phew! Birthday parties and weddings up and coming and have got my sister that is going to organise my baby shower. Not too sure when its going to be held so I'll just wait until she's back from holidays and settled and we'll have sit down and sort what we need etc.

Okay, well its great to hear everyone is doing so well and everyone is happy and babies are happy and we should all be getting movements now, how cool! Keep up the good work and stop worrying! LOL, I know easy to say hey. Wishing everyone all the best, stay safe, stay cool.... until next time :)

xox

PS did I miss anything?

sharlsum

15-01-2011, 09:44

Morning ladies - gosh i have been so tired the past few days i go to bed at 11pm and i do wake during the night to go loo about 1 to 2 times and then i wake up around 8am with dd and feel like crap so tired maybe its :cheerleader2::cheerleader1:bub's both taking it out of me lol i think i might even go nap now and have a sleep i could fall asleep so fast hehehehe and the weather don't help either hope you ladies have been shopping at target and getting heaps of good sales anyways hope you all have a great week end xxxx :D

B1B2

15-01-2011, 13:13

Hi Everyone,
I just wrote a big post and lost it........ don't you hate that!

Sharlsum - I'm exhausted too, had a nap at 11am today, well made my DD rest on the couch with me as she gets up at 5am & I was all played out!

Helstar - well done on your shopping, sorry to hear of your flood affected friends, it's so tragic, but great to see all the volunteers working today. Sorry to hear your uncle passed away too.:cheerleader1: too by the way for your pink bundle!

Lychee - sounds like you shopped up a storm too, nice to see DH's enjoying shopping!! well done! Thanks for the heads up on the stickers website.

Sydney - try not to worry about your baby girl :cheerleader1:(yay for pink!), the measurements are not entirely accurate and the sonographer would've let you know if there was anythng to worry about.

Ange81 - glad you brought up the info re: 00000 size suits. To be honest my DD only fitted 0000 suits for ~ 2 weeks! So unless you have a really small bub it's best to only get a few tiny ones, the 00 and 0 last heaps longer from ~ 6mth-1y. I left the tags on many suits I bought until I saw how big bub was, I ended up giving lots I'd bought as gifts to friends as you will get so many prezzies of clothes when the babies are born, it's amazing, people come out of the woodwork!

Everythingcrossed & Anenome - good luck with the name debate, always a tough one! We just keep searching until we find one we mutually love.... takes time but it will happen!!

AFM - went to the Target sale yesterday and got DD a new carseat/booster, down by $100 to $249, so a good buy (the expenses never stop with kids!), also got a couple of little long sleeve t's for the boy bub! There were lots of good things though, had to restrain myself!
Bought a pair of new Birkenstocks from www.footshopping.com (http://www.footshopping.com) for $53 (that's half the price they are here), they've arrived in a week from Germany and are so comfortable, especially for pregnant feet, highly recommend them and the website.
Well better do some cleaning, feeling guilty I'm not helping in this massive Brisbane cleanup, but I can't really in this state. DH is helping friends today whose business went completely under, just awful....
Hi to everyone else!;)

Lychee

15-01-2011, 15:24

B1B2 - love love love ur new avatar. So cute :) thx for the info on the Birkenstocks. My feet are calling out for some comfy footwear.

Sharlsum - hear u on the tiredness. Me and my furbabies are having a little nana nap in the aircon this arvo.

Helstar - YAY!!!! So great to finally hear from u. Have been hanging out to know what ur having. I was thinking blue for u, how wrong I was!!! A huge congrats on ur girl. How exciting.

Hope everyone is having a good weekend. I have just been eating and sleeping so far, couldn't ask for anything more.

bourbon11646

15-01-2011, 19:05

Will do personals tomorrow**

Had my Ob appt yesterday and all looking good. Full blood count, GTT, iron & vit d all normal. Fundus height normal. Urine test showed elevated lucacytes so they've sent it to the lab. Apparently nearly every girl that day had that so ob wonders about the test strips!!
He said my uterus is going to double in size in last trimester omg..
I've had bad period type pain & backache in last few days which seems like it's here to stay :-(
And ... Omg ... My ob has booked a date for my c section!! Because of family history & my multiple sclerosis he thinks it will be safest for me & bubs. It's not set in stone yet, he waits til final few weeks and let's me decide based on what's happening.
But the date will most likely be:

April 6th!!!!!!

Hayls70

15-01-2011, 20:57

Hey ladies!!

Sydney- CONGRATS on your :cheerleader1: baby girl!! As everyone has already said..don't worry about the few days behind..I had that all the time..one week a few days behind, next week few days ahead. Now when I get the scans her legs are measuring a week behind but my OB assures me it's because I'm a shorty and my DH isn't really tall either!! so to be expected! She said you have a 2 week scope before they have any concerns. Try not to worry, they would have said if there was any cause for concern x

Helstar- Welcome back chicky..we've missed you!! and CONGRATS to you on your:cheerleader1: little girl!! (to be confirmed:)) You've had a busy time by the sounds of it, must have been so nice having DH home! Sorry to hear about your uncle, I'd never heard that about not looking into the coffin when you're pregnant!
Great idea to take footage of your tummy moving!!...DH and I just bought a video camera so I think I might do that too!!

bourbon- great news on your results!..and WOW!!..having a date set for C-Section is pretty real!! Did your OB tell you what the bad period pain is all about?

sharlsum- hope you had a nice nanna nap today!! (I'm having them all the time!)

B1B2 and Lychee- I love both your Avatars..so cute!!

hiya everyone I've missed..anemone,ange,sandramm,....

sandramm1

16-01-2011, 10:25

sharlsum- hopefully you arent feeling as tired today- although with the humidity I'm guessing all of us will tire easily.

anemone- so glad to hear that it is just a milk duct and nothing serious- Yay for your celebratory shopping spree.

everything crossed- good luck with choosing a boys name- I agree they are harder.
I havent bought any 00000 size clothes only a few 0000 and mostly 000.

Sydney- Congrats on your little girl!!! How exciting- so many girls being born!!!

Lychee- what an awesome effort with the shopping- I am impressed!!! Much more to buy?

helstar- :wave: howdy stranger- Have been wondering where you had got to. Congrats on your little girl (to be confirmed).
So sorry to hear about your uncle.
:fingerscrossed: your GD results come back all good.

B1B2- glad to hear that you got some comfy shoes- they sound ideal. Rest up and dont be silly about feeling funny about not helping with the clean up- its better you dont over-exert yourself and end up in hospital.

Bourbon- glad to hear your OB appointment went well and :fingerscrossed: it was just a problem with the testing strips. How exciting getting a date to meet bubs for sure.

:wave: Hayls- hope you are well.

:wave: to everyone else- hope you are staying cool and dry and relaxing.

AFM: We had a scare yesterday with my DH- he slipped on our steep driveway and knocked his head so we spent 4 hours in hospital making sure he didnt have concussion. Luckily all was good so we went home and today we are just taking it easy. Other than that I am feeling okay-although seem to get indigestion quite frequently now.

SimoneK

16-01-2011, 13:33

Sandra – Only 8 weeks til maternity leave? Woo hoo! Hang on – I have 8 weeks til mat leave as well. Double woo hoo! Very jealous of you and all the other ladies going on your Target rampages.
Bourbon - That’s so exciting that you have a (provisional) date. 6th of April. Wow. That would be my ideal birth date actually as DH will already be in Bangkok with me for the school holidays. As for bubs feeling heavy and low I am getting that too, holding my belly all the time. I feel like I need some sort of belly strap to contain it. Do you know which way bubs is lying?

Hayls – That’s great you get to go to the birthing seminar. Cracked me up that DH tried to calm you down by saying “epidural”.

EverythingCrossed – Congratulations on your BOY! :cheerleader2:It’s hard to keep it a secret, isn’t it? I’d planned to but blurted it to the first person I saw.

Ange – Measuring 29 weeks? I wonder if they measure ahead then they come early. My energy slumped at 27 weeks too.

Anemone – So glad your ultrasound worked out okay, but what is it with all these “^£$%$*!! sonographers?

TNT – My areolas sting sometimes, and I’m not even touching them.

Sharlsum – I’d say the tender tummy is just stretching pains. I’ve had some sort of pain pretty much constantly since my FET, and I'm finally starting to get it into my head that it doesn't mean something's terribly wrong. I never thought I was a paranoid person until I got pregnant, but now I realise I'm a shocker.

B1B2 – Great to hear your twins are measuring a good size for singletons. That’s fabulous news!

Kim – So sorry to hear about your bunny rabbits. Hope you’re okay. X

Sydney – Congrats on your GIRL!!!! :cheerleader1:

Lychee – I too have no feet or smoo and have put on almost 15kg. Amazing how you don’t worry about the state of your bikini wax when you can’t even see it.

Helstar – Oh my god, hello!!! So great to hear from you – I was getting worried. When do you find out if it’s a girl for sure? Sorry to hear about your uncle. Is the ‘not looking in the coffin while you’re pregnant’ a Vietnamese thing?

Hi to Zultbear and everyone else.:wave:

AFM – Finally adjusting to being back in Hanoi. Got home and it was 10 degrees – freezing and impossible to heat the house, and everything was filthy, covered with dust from the constant building work and traffic in the city. And of course the taxi driver tried to rip us off coming back from the airport and I shouted at him. The first day back I just went to bed and cried, sobbing to DH ‘I hate this place!’ I think I was having a come-down from being on holidays at Krabi. Yesterday I picked myself up and put on loud music and cleaned. Threw away heaps of crap and washed the dust off everything and now I feel better. Not too keen on going back to school tomorrow. It’s been so long I’ve forgotten what classes I teach.

Not sure if I mentioned that I got to meet my ex-husbands new baby? His wife had a little boy, who they named Finn. (Pretty funny since I’m having a boy and Finn was one of the names on our list – we can scrap that one now!) Finn was gorgeous and only a couple of days old. I got to have a hold and of course he started bawling as soon as I picked him up. After hearing so many horror stories about giving birth it was nice to talk to someone who had a (relatively) easy one. She was 5 days overdue, had acupuncture, went into labour that night, off to hospital after 4 hours pre labour at home, 4 centimeters dilated when she got there at 2am, baby born at 6am. 3.7 kgs. All she had was some gas. ‘What, not even any peth?’ I asked, amazed. She was up and about and looked great. Gave me hope! She did say that when the baby crowned it was like someone giving your smoo (yes, it is a great word!) a Chinese burn. Ouch!

I’m really glad we went to Australia for the holidays, even though we spent waaaay too much money. It was nice to be pregnant around friends and family, and it was great for me and DH to spend time with people with young babies. Made it seem more do-able, not so utterly crazy, if that makes sense.

Oh yes – and I met my OB, Dr Sankiat, in Bangkok. He is fantastic. He did a really detailed scan of Scooter – all measuring normal for dates, checked my cervix on the ultrasound – closed up tight thank god, spent about an hour with us and then sent me off for a Glucose test and to the birthing suites for a quick look around and so they could lie me down with the fetal heart rate monitor just to make sure everything was okay after my scare in Krabi. He was so nice and so thorough and professional. I’m really glad I decided to go to Bangkok. While we were there DH booked in for laser eye surgery (hopefully Scooter doesn’t come right after he gets it...) and I found a nice studio apartment just up the road from the hospital to stay in, only $250 a week. Now I just have to get through the next 8 weeks of school...

bourbon11646

16-01-2011, 18:02

Simone - yes my bubbs is lying in exactly the same spot it has since day one - head down feet up, body against my right side and facing towards my belly button! Sometimes it feels heavy and low and other times it doesnt. Weird! Sorry you have to go back to school tomorrow, my heart goes out to you. Just think not too much longer and youll be home with bubbs :yes: How funny that your ex hub chose the same name you were thinking of! Your new Ob sounds fantastic, thats reassuring, nothing worse than not liking your ob i reckon.

Sandra - Oh no your poor DH i hope hes feeling ok. And i hope that indigestion settles for you. Are you eating frequent small meals?

Hayls - my ob said the pains are going to get worse as my uterus will be doubling in size nearly in last trimester ouch... I asked the thread in front and they said they got those pains when they did too much so maybe more relaxing is in order. How have you been feeling?

Lychee - Love your avatar :) I looked everywhere for bassinet mattress protectors at target and couldnt see any only cot ones? Eating & sleeping is all i want to do lately!

B1B2 - Your avatar is cute! Yay for target sale! Your poor DH's friend whos business went under in the floods, its so sad. I hope everyone gets back on their feet soon and the insurance companies/govt pay out.

Sharlsum - wow in bed by 11pm, im in bed by about 9pm!!

Helstar - Welcome back! Thats great you got to spend some time with your DH. Congrats on a :cheerleader1:!! Your poor cousin who got badly hit by the floods, its so devastating. Especially to lose photos etc that cant be replaced. Sorry to hear about your uncle passing away. Congrats on your new nephew. Circle of life huh.

Ange - I havent bought any 00000 either, just some 0000 and then bigger sizes. They grow out of them so fast and some babies are born too big for even the four zero. I figure if mine is small or prem ill send DH out shopping!

Sydney - Yay for a girl!! :cheerleader1: Dont worry about being 5 days behind, my baby book says its totally fine to be 7 days ahead or behind.

Everythingcrossed - yep ill be heading back to target too, that will be my 3rd time :laughing:

Zult - The gates are usually so expensive arent they. We were lucky enough to get some free second hand from friends.

Hi to everyone ive missed :wave:

AFM: Does anyone else trim their 'lady bits' before Ob appts? I just cant bring myself to go ungroomed :laughing: Had to use the mirror though and it was a bit difficult lol!
Still getting back & stomach pain each day since hitting 3rd trimester.
DH goes away this sun for a month so i think ill be doing lots of relaxing and sleeping while hes gone. Just not in any mood anymore to go outside my house, happy staying at home.
Mum really spoilt me the other day at target, the maternity clothes i got there this time were actually really really good and comfy as! Especially the shorts.
Still sooooo tired, already had my daily nap and im ready for another, feel like ive been hit by a truck!
People are starting to rsvp to my baby shower - how exciting :smiliedance:

Winzy

16-01-2011, 21:30

Hi all congrats to sharlsum on a girl n a boy and Sydney on a girl very exciting! Let the shopping begin :)

I've got my big 20 week scan on Tuesday and I think I want a surprise but dh wants to know and I think I'll cave and find out when I'm in there anyway! Just hoping that everything is okay with bubby I haven't felt anything for a week.
Hi to everyone xxx

anemone

17-01-2011, 07:46

Hi ladies,

Hope everyone had a great WE!

Helstar - great to have you back! Congrats on a little girl! It is tricky when they are not entirely sure so hopefully the next scan they'll see for sure...
Sorry to hear abt your uncle passing - very sad for the family.

Winzy - good luck for the scan, it will be great to get a long look at bubs and (maybe) even find out the sex...

Bourbon - my appts are with MWs and they don't seem to go down there at this stage, thank god! I have even been slack about my bikini line and every time I go swimming, I think I really should do something but I keep forgetting! Its only the local pool so Im not really bothered but knowing my luck Ill meet an old boss or something and then Ill be v embarrassed! OK that line of thinking has now convinced me!
Hopefully the leukocytes in the urine is faulty test strips like you say, but it can mean a UTI so its good that they are checking in the lab, as that could be causing your pain...
And yes, OMG on the C_section date! How exciting to have it pencilled in, although it sounds like your Ob is flexible on it, which is good.

Simone - Yay for the BKK hosp - sounds fantastic. Boo for 8 weeks still at work, and that cold weather. That's great that your ex's partner had such a good birth, nice to hear stories like that...

B1B2 - lovely avatar. Sounds like you got a bargain on both the shoes and the car seat!

Sandra - scary for DH to knock himslef out like that! Glad you got checked out. Are you trying anything for the reflux?

Sharlsum - rest up hun and hope you have more energy soon.

:wave: to everyone Ive missed, internet is playing up today so keeping it shortish...

AFM - big day yesterday with a walk with some friends at the beach - so hot and humid, had to keep asking them to stop so we could sit in the shade a while...
Finally decided on a bassinette, a King Parrot one looks like what we need. Now just have to go and buy it...
So now Im thinking I made a mistake with the 00000 onesies based on what you guys are saying, but Ill hold onto them till bubs is here and maybe they'll be OK if bus takes after me or my sis as we were both under 6lb. If not then at least they were cheap!

sandramm1

17-01-2011, 08:11

simone- Yes I am counting down each day until mat leave like an excited child counting down until christmas!!!
I have heard that when the head crowns it is a horrible burning sensation- but I guess also a relief as after that the body pretty much comes out alot easier and then its all over.
So glad to hear that your OB is great and thorough- makes it easier to not be so stressed and worried.

Bourbon- DH is off work today as he has some neck pain which he wants to get checked out- hopefully he just needs some physio and its nothing more. Still has a bit of a lump on his head but it has gone down since saturday.
My OB doesnt go down that far at appointments- only expose my tummy. But in saying that I prefer my bits trimmed- had to get my DH to help out yesterday as I cant see a thing- lol

Winzy- Good luck with your 20 week scan tomorrow.

anemone- I am just trying to eat slower and smaller amounts- sometimes it works and other times it doesnt. Plus one time one food will be fine and another time it will give me indigestion- no pattern.
Glad you have decided on a bassinette- will be nice to see it all set up ready for bubs.
Hold on to the smaller suits and if they dont get worn for this bubs or any future ones you could always donate them to a NICU unit for premmie bubs

AFM: Another Monday and back to work- still umming and ahhing over when to have a baby shower and what to do for it- need to crack the whip on myself and get organised.

TNTbub

17-01-2011, 08:57

Winzy i have my scan too tomorrow good luck I'm thinking boy for me and I'm thinking girl for you

Can remember who said it but yes my areolas are starting to feel ouch just in my bra and my pyjamas

Tntbub

Hayls70

17-01-2011, 12:16

sandramm- how's DH head today? hope he's feeling better!! Good luck organising your baby shower...or maybe get a friend to organise for you!! I'm just having a girls lunch for mine, most of the girls have kids and are looking forward to getting out and having a few drinks!!..I think I'm the designated driver for a few of them...nice! But I don't mind, I love my lunches! What are you thinking of doing?

bourbon- Uterus doubling in size!..agh I guess we all have that to look forward to! I get stitches down low when we go for our walks in the morning. She has also got into the habit the last few days of kicking me in the ribs- the weirdest feeling, I can tell she is getting stronger as her kicks aren't so soft anymore!
Sounds like you got some really nice maternity clothes from Target, I might have to go have another look! and I'm with you..staying indoors at the moment, it's going to be a hot one today..and tomorrow!! Oh and on the "trimming the lady bits" I hadn't been because my OB doesn't go down there but I did feel very embarrassed when DH and I had to go to Margaret River hospital that day as they DID have to check and I was VERY UNKEPT!! I've since given myself a wax and shave job which was quite difficult and I had to use the mirror! (I kept rolling backwards:laughing:)

Winzy and TNT- good luck with your scans tomorrow, Winzy- it'll be good to put your mind at ease if you're worried about not feeling bubs for a few days!

anemone- yay for choosing your bassinette! I bought the King Parrot chest of drawers,looks like a good brand- I've been told it's part of the Boori brand- but cheaper! Do you do your own bikini line or get it done professionally? DH and I were about to go to the beach the other day when he noticed I needed "fixing up"..so painstakingly done now!

Simone- sorry to hear you're back at work,it's hard enough going back after a holiday let alone being preg as well!! Your OB sounds pretty great and fab that you've found an apartment.

hello everyone!!!:wave:

afm- cleaned out my pantry this morning..I think I'm starting to nest!..I just want things to be done for when bubs comes as I know there'll be no time then! Going to be 37 here in Perth today so afternoon is looking like a relaxing one! What's everyone else up to..bourbon- have you finished with the shopping?

LillyPonds

17-01-2011, 12:41

Hi Ladies

Sandramm - Ouch! I hope your DH is feeling much better.

Simone - I didn't want to come back to work either.

Goodluck to all who are having scans done.

We are moving this week so I may be on speradically over the next week or so. The house is looking very bare and there are boxes stacked in the bedrooms.

bourbon11646

17-01-2011, 13:40

Zult - goodluck with the moving, make sure you dont over exert yourself trying to help.

Hayls - I just found the shorts at target were really comfy and looked quite nice. I wasnt impressed with the Catrina Rowntree new range at all and there wasnt much choice.
As for the 'lady bits trimming' my Ob never goes down that far either but when he does the scan he tucks some paper into my pants to protect them from the gel and kind of pulls them low so i dont want a jungle emerging :laughing: And just in case he was to ever examine me i think id be mortified if it wasnt neat down there lol! I think next visit i have the strep B swab so definately paying attention to trimming for that one lol!
Yep another hot hot day in Perth, poor air con has copped a hammering lately - or should i say poor bank balance when the bill arrives eek!
I still have some things i need to buy but im waiting until after my baby shower in case i get some of those things during that. What about you? What suburb do you live in again?

Tnt - Goodluck with your u/s tomorrow and finding out the flavour :smiliedance:

Sandra - Good idea for DH to take the day off work and rest up. I wouldnt leave your baby shower too late just in case bubs did come early and also if there are things you still need to buy or organise you dont want to be ready to pop and walking around the shops! Have you thought about what youll do for it yet? Im so excited about mine :)

Anemone - I think id be too scared to go to the pool untrimmed, it would be just my luck id run into people i know! :laughing: The MW said the leukacytes can indicate an infection, i dont have the usual uti symptoms so who knows. I might give my ob a call and see if they have the results back. Yay for deciding on a bassinet! Dont worry about buying the small sized clothes, i thought it was a great idea someone made that you could donate them to a hospital for prem babies. And bubs might fit into them for a little while at least.

Winzy - Goodluck with your 20 w u/s!! How exciting! Its hard when one partner wants to know the sex and the other one doesnt. DH and I changed our mind for a while before hand and then settled on having a surprise which will be nice on the day of the birth.

AFM: Well ive got a fair few people rsvp'ed to my baby shower... thank god... im always scared ill throw a party and no one will come lol :laughing: I cant wait, so exciting! When is everyone having theirs? I cant wait to hear about how they all go.
Slept well until about 3am this morning and then my stomach started its now usual achy feeling and i couldnt get comfy. Tried propping myself upright to sleep sitting up but that didnt work so i just stared at the wall for a while instead :laughing:
Poor furbaby is following me around the house crying for me to play with her. I feel so bad coz shes so bored but theres not much i can do, its hot outside, we have no pool, only walk her when its cool in evening and with DH... im sorry furbaby! How is she going to be when bubbs arrives! Im going to have to shower her with lots of love :yes:

sandramm1

17-01-2011, 15:21

Hayls- he is feeling a bit better today thank goodness, plus his mummy has gone over to look after him today while I am at work- lol. Take him lunch and fuss over him- big baby!!!
Take care in the extreme heat today sweetie- hold off the cleaning until it gets cooler :p

zultbear- good luck with the rest of the move hun and like Bourbon said, take it easy and dont overdo it.

Bourbon- The 2 options are to have it at home and organise a lunch or afternoon tea type thing or go to a restaurant for brunch. I am leaning towards the restaurant as it will be less work, especially as I think the only time I can have it will be once I finish work at 36 weeks- eeek. I dont think bubs will come early though. Will know more once I have my 32 week scan to check on placenta- make sure its working well enough and bubs is growing okay.
I have 2 dogs but they are only little and are very much lap dogs- but my poor Lola looks at me with big puppy dog eyes because mummy's lap is getting smaller and smaller with a big tum in the way. Its too cute when she rests her head on my tummy.
Yay for people RSVPing for the baby shower- that is always my concern too- that people wont be able to come.

sharlsum

17-01-2011, 20:03

Hi Ladies how are you all just an update went to ob appointment today both bub's doing great and i asked ob about why i might not be feeling bub's move to much he said its the plecenta is in front both bub's so wont feel much for little bit grrrrrr :( so will have to wait it out, will be moving this week end to our new house everything just about packed and ready to go dh will go del all the boxes friday night and do the big stuff sat morning :yelclap: will be so much closer to my mum and mother inlaw will help a little and be close to family as well, i'm getting a cleanner to Clean both houses cause it will just be to much for me and i dont want to over do myself with everything as well :freakingout: i like to have everything done i'm a real clean freak and like things in place so it don't help much cause i know myself i will want everything done all at once well not going to happen lol :goodvibes:

Winzy

17-01-2011, 21:20

Anemone: Thanks for the well wishes and good on you for looking after yourself and bubs in the sun. :thumbsup:
Sandramm: Thanks too for your well wishes for the scan. I reckon you should treat yourself to a baby shower :yes:
TNTbub: Ooooo best wishes to you too for the scan:gl: what time is yours? Im in the morning at 9:45 not sure how Ill go trying to hold in that fluid (my PVCs aint what they used to be – but at least Ive got Poise!!!) Hope all is fine… Yeah a few people have said girl for me I really have no inkling whatsoever! Whatever pops out I will be stoked with as long as its healthy!
Hayls: I had a cleaning day too! Got under the beds and vacuumed and dusted man there was A LOT of dust. Enjoy nesting.:cleanwindow:
Zultbear: Good luck with the move :0) No heavy lifting!
Bourbon: Have you got one of those little belly pillows? My sister gave me her little belly wedge and it feels heaps more comfy as the weight of my belly is supported and not pulling on my back. Also I imagine you would have tried the pillow between the knees trick to keep your back straight? Hope you get some sleep poor chook. :sleeping:
Sharlsum: Wow you are moving too! Good on you. I would love to move. I haven’t felt much in the way of bubs moving either. Hopefully soon!
AFM: Excited and nervous about the scan tomorrow. Spent the arvo cuddling my mates little 6 week old darling little girl and got SOOOO excited that soon I will FINALLY hold my baby in my arms aww Im getting a little bit teary… I really hope all is well and that bubby is fine. I think I do want to know what Im having now!

TNTbub

18-01-2011, 06:29

Winzy - that's just freaky my appointment is at 09:30. And i hear you on the pelvic floor thing luckily my u/s place only requires 500mls in the bladder or i would be going for a pee every 15mins with a full bladder. It would be pee paloosa lol

Goodluck

Tntbub

helstar2303

18-01-2011, 07:42

Good morning, we are at it again...

Sharlsmum: I still get tired too and need that extra nap in the day. I have been bad and I do stay up late so its part my fault but not nice when I am doing 6am opens. Ugh! I am struggling already...yuck!

B1B2: I think unless you are having a premi baby or twins, you would only need the 00000. Ds was 8lb 12 (3.95kg) and he fit 0000 but not for long. I have a pair of Birki's. I should wear them but I'm quite happy with my $2 pair of thongs lol. We checked out Brisbane on the weekend, watching footage on the news don't do it any justice. Its really heart wrenching and I felt helpless. My cousin was in the courier mail on the weekend, its lucky for them that the other house they had, was still on the market, so they just moved back into that with a house half full of borrowed furniture. The water was pretty high in their house and it was just like a washing machine throwing all the furniture about. So sad.

Lychee: I was so thinking blue too! But we have come to adapt. Poor hubby just can't put a spout on them :p

Hayls: Yeh not looking at the deceased, I still haven't really asked why. I think its bad luck cos as someone is leaving this world you are bringing someone into it. Some superstition. I think every culture is different. Like Maori's they keep the deceased at home for 3 days. There was also something else when I was talking to a second cousin about it and he said apparently pregnant women aren't allowed to go to weddings either... but all is superstition its whether you believe it or not.

Sandra: I am thinking the worst with the GD as I had it with Ds and it was kept controlled by diet. So I'm saying I bet I have it. I won't get the results until after work, when I have my Dr's appointment. Though fingers crossed I don't have it, it would be great :) Hope your hubby is okay and didn't damage the drive way lol! You just be careful walking down that driveway!

Simone: I find out next Thursday if its a "confirmed" pink one. Wouldn't it be funny if she wasn't. I think the looking in the coffin might be a Buddhist thing. My family are very Buddhist the praying and chanting which mum does on occasions. Dh is an Aussie and he gets into it too, the last time I scared him when he was doing a prayer. He got up me! Lol, all good. My sister is heading to Vietnam soon I will let her know its cold :/ Its nice you can still hold that mutual relationship with your ex. Same with us, Dh's ex wife had a baby in Oct and we went to visit and I got a hold. A gf of mine who is a twin, had her birthday about 3 days ago and her baby was born on their birthday and they also called him Finn. Who has been feeding you all this garbage about horror births? I had a great one with Ds, I had nothing and did it all naturally. It really isn't that bad, and I'm hoping this one will be the same. Think positive.

Bourbon: Haha I don't trim as my Dr doesn't look down there. And with Dh away, I don't feel the need to trim lol. Aren't dogs just great animals. I don't have one but a friend of mine has a Malamute and he is just beautiful, I went and saw them last week and she and I have never seen the way he acted in front of me. After he was finished playing with Ds running amuck together, he came up to me and put his head against my tummy and sort of gave it a nuzzle. He's only 1year old, he's more like a kid than a dog. It was just really bizarre.

Hello to Anenome, Winzy, Zultbear, TNT and everyone I may have missed. Good luck on the scans today.

AFM:Its nice to catch up with everyone again. Ds has been a bit sick lately but getting better but I have woken up the last 2 days with a very sore throat. I got to meet my nephew the other day too, he is so cute. He would be a week old today. I forgot with my first child so I had to ask my SIL how long with a 108new born box of nappies will last, she thinks you'd only need 1 box. I suppose if I go to the Target sale and get 1 and then the next size up for now. If I need more Newborns I'd just get some more I guess.

My SIL also gave me a lot of clothes for Girls. Gosh you'd hope I'm going to get a girl now haha. Had to sort all the clothes out the other night. So many and so many I didn't want to use so put them away. I think we are near set for baby now!

Hope everyone is keeping safe, cool and dry :)

TNTbub

18-01-2011, 10:11

TNTbub

18-01-2011, 10:11

got the biggest shock of my life Im having a little princess!!! :celebrate: :cheerleader1:

Hayls70

18-01-2011, 11:59

TNT- Oh wow!! a baby girl!:cheerleader1: CONGRATULATIONS XX The girls are outweighing the boys at the moment.

Winzy- how did you go chicky, Did you cave and find out?

bourbon- Oh yeah, I forgot about the strep B test coming up..thank goodness I've done my gardening:laughing:! I live in Innaloo..are you in Joondalup? I can come up your way sometime next week if you're keen to catch up for a coffee? PM me if you like!
I'm not looking forward to the power bill but I can't live without the air con at the moment!..I spent half the day yesterday at my MIL's place so chewed up her air con instead! She spoils me with scones Jam and cream!! naughty!!

helstar- that's good to know..to expect to use around 1 box newborn huggies..I wasn't sure how much to stock up on as they grow so fast! It's nice to hear you had a trouble free birth last time and to hear a nice story rather than the horror stories people like to fill you with!
Hope you feel better soon!

sharlsum- the good ole anterior placenta!! Don't worry it won't be long and you'll be feeling them everyday! Mine started at 19weeks but really didn't get consistent for a few weeks after.

hi to everyone I've missed xxx

afm- have our last antenatal seminar tonight! Our class hasn't really interacted with one another and I was just speaking to a GF on the phone who lives in Bunbury, she has a 3yo and 9mth old and she catches up with her group once a month! I don't think that's going to happen with our group!!
Perth girls...are we going to organize a get together some time either before or after our baby's are born? What's your thoughts?

SimoneK

18-01-2011, 12:12

TNT - Wow, congrats on your GirL:cheerleader1::cheerleader1::cheerleader1:!!! The girls are overtaking the boys again. Just think of that whole world of lovely names you get to choose from! And Peeapalooza :laughing:

Sandra - I'm hearing you on how the indigestion has no pattern. Sometimes I eat something that I'm sure will give me indigestion, and it doesn't. Other times I have a piece of toast and it's awful. Sometimes I get it when I haven't eaten for hours. Weird.

Hayls - I'm getting those stitches down low too. I shouldn't complain about being back at work though 'cause we have another holiday for Tet (Vietnamese New Year) for a week from the 28th of Jan. Spoiled.

Zult - Good luck with the move.

Sharlsum - Good luck with your move too. Isn't the anterior placenta a drag. I didn't really start feeling movement til 22 weeks. Even now I feel it only on my right side. I think the placenta is slightly to the left.

Helstar - thanks for the good birth story! Now that I think about it the horror stories are all from people who haven't had kids, but heard from a friend of a friend. Oh, and good old Dr Google. I wish I'd never researched 4th degree tears...

Hi to everyone else :wave:

AFM - Scooter is still resting his hard head on my cervix. Ouch. I can actually feel it, like a freakin' brick. Must take after DH who fell head-first off a lot of buildings as a kid with no (apparent!) ill-effects. It gets very uncomfortable sitting down for long periods at work because it sort of squishes him down. I need to teach from a reclining position on a chaise lounge, which probably aint gonna happen. I'm stupidly trying to pin down my due date, which I know is impossible. I even looked at the Oct/Nov/Dec thread to see when they gave birth in relation to their due date. I'd read that a lot people think they're 2 weeks overdue, but they're not, it's just that they can't pin point conception. So my theory is that having done IVF - our dates would be more accurate. So for Oct/Nov/Dec 8 ladies were early (1-2 weeks) and 8 were late (on average 5 days) and 3 came exactly on time. Hmmm. I'm hoping for early (DH will be in Bangkok for school holidays from April 1-12th) but am sure I'll be late. I'm late for most things. :laughing: I had a dream the other night that I was giving birth and in the dream I had the presence of mind to ask the OB what date it was, and he said April 18. So if it ends up being the 18th I am, like, totally psychic. Right?

Hayls70

18-01-2011, 13:06

Simone- You're so cute!!...and maybe psychic!! What a cool dream!
That's interesting about when the other ladies had their babies!..they do say that hardly any come right on time. I'm hoping to come a little early too, I definately don't want to come too late..say on April 1st!! I think I will probably get induced if I go too overdue anyway as a couple other ladies have scared me a bit with the "risk of stillborn in IVF babies" if you are overdue!! The risk apparently is "soooo" tiny though so I'm still weighing up if it's worth playing around with..and some OB's ie.mine, had never heard this...the woes of too much information!

bourbon11646

18-01-2011, 14:11

Just about time for me to head out the door and go to Glengarry Hospital for my 'pre-admission interview' - anyone else have to do these at your hospital??
Apparently its with the midwife and she gets you to fill in paperwork and goes through your obstetric history, gives you information on how and when to contact the hospital for the birth and gives your pamphlets etc on topics you may need to know about..
Im actually looking forward to it :laughing: :laughing:

sandramm1

18-01-2011, 14:16

sharlsum- great to hear both bubs are doing well and that there is a good reason you arent feelin any movement- it will come in time.
Good luck with your house move.

Winzy- hope your scan went well hun. Let us know how it went.

tntbub- congrats on your baby girl thats so exciting. The girls are ruling this thread!!!

helstar- I ahve my fingers crossed for you for your GD results this arvo. Lucky you were able to control it through diet last time.
There is a little dent in the driveway near where DH hit his head so we joke now that his hard head didnt split but he split the concrete!!!

Hayls- besides the non-interaction did you enjoy the class? We were told that the groups that run over a period of 6 weeks people tend to get closer after awhile and become friends, whereas the one we are doing is a one day full day course so people dont tend to. Ours is on Saturday- looking forward to it but DH isnt.

Simone- For the indigestion i was told to eat smaller meals more frequently and to not drink with meals- the last point is something I find almost impossible I always drink with meals so am going to give it a go and see what happens.
It will be interesting to see if your dream comes true and you deliver on the 18th April. Let me know if you ahve any visions for me- lol

AFM: didnt get a very good sleep last night my hips were so achy- so was constantly rolling from side to side trying to get comfy- body pillow isnt helping much at the moment!!!

sharlsum

18-01-2011, 18:32

TNT- A big Congrats to you on your princess :cheerleader1: i'm glad to hear all is well gee lots of girls born in june lol so cute well done wish you the best babe xxxx

sandramm1- thanks babe i just want this move to be all over so i can rest lol i have a body pillow and it helps sometimes and other times i throw it cause i cant sleep right lol we cant win babe all well worth it tho xxxx

bourbon11646- hope your hospital appointment went well i have mine on 25th of jan lol

Hayls70- can't wait to feel them to yeah my ob said that when i went it wont be long but just not yet lol

Winzy- how did it all go did you find out gender we are all waiting to hear lol

Winzy

18-01-2011, 18:55

Helstar: Hmmm so did you ask to find out the sex at your ultrasound? Were they unsure? Or you didn’t ask? I am having a dilemma about finding out the sex of ours!

TNTbub: Hurrah on a little girl! How exciting :cheerleader1: Glad that your scan went well and you didn’t need to crack out the poise!

Hayls: mmmmm Scones and jam I need to get baking. I hear you on the antisocial antenatal class – our early preg class didn’t really talk at all either a bit of a bummer. Maybe they should do some mixing games or activities at the start of the course. (Im a drama teacher so get into this kind of thing… maybe Ill take over the class and volunteer to run one!) I reckon they should especially with the role plays etc they get some groups to do!

Bourbon: That sounds like a fun discussion and it would be great to meet some of the midwives. I hope we get to do that.

AFM: Today i had my 20 week SCAN :smiliedance: all was good it was great to see bubby wriggling away in there. I found out that my placenta is at the front which is why i probly havent been feeling much in the way of kicks. She said it wouldnt be long though. Poor bubby was all crunched up in a ball at the bottom of my pelvis when i went in there - (no wonder my PVCs have been weak!) but I went and did a wee and it soon moved out and into a better possie.
We got to see all the cute bits feetsies etc and then got to see it drinking it own wees (the amniotic fluid) which was very cute if a bit eeeew! It measured 20 weeks and 3 days and Im 20 weeks and 1 day. After the scan the lady asked if that was all we wanted to see... I was waiting for DH to speak up as he's been the one going on about wanting to find out the sex, but he didnt say anything, so I said "what do you think babe, do you want to find out?" He just shrugged! After all this debating I have started to think hmmm maybe Id like to know, so I asked the lady to write the sex on a piece of paper and stick it in an envelope. So now we have this envelope tempting us on the kitchen cupboard! Not sure what to do... I think its a girl cos the lady said "Yep Im pretty sure I know what it is..." or maybe they just say that cos they have to! Aaaargh!:freakingout: What to do! Its an exciting decision to have to face though! Anyway enough about me blaaing on!:D

ange81

18-01-2011, 19:18

Congrats TNTbub on your little girl!! so exciting!!!

glad Scan went well Winzy!! we too got the lady to write on a piece of paper, when we got home we were so apprehensive about opening it!!! we did though within an hr or so of being home!!! Go on.. open it and find out!!!! we all want to know too!! :hyper:
booked into birthing classes today and finally gave my admission forms into the hospital!!! ah.. so nervous about starting the classes!! all seems to real going into that hospital! getting closer now to meeting bubs! Mine r on a tuesday night for 3 weeks. feb 1, 8th and 15th! For those of you that have started this classes (i know hayls is doing the last one tonight, but is there anyone else too), what do they go thru each night??. what am i going to be in for! Poor DP is petrified of going, he's like we're not going to have to watch any tv program of a birth or anything r we!!?..Lady said they cover abit on c sections too which will be good as im more then likely going to have one!

im heading back to the target sale tomorrow with a good friend! having lunch on in the city then the big target! im sure i will buy more things!!

bourbon11646

18-01-2011, 19:43

Ange - can u pls tell me if u c any bassinet matress protectors & sheets (not cot ones)? At Target? I couldn't see any last time I went.. I'm tempted to go back & buy more things too!

sandramm1

19-01-2011, 07:28

I didnt see any bassinette mattress protectors or sheets at target either when I went Bourbon- so will be interesting to see if other targets stock them.

ange81

19-01-2011, 08:50

morning girls.
I'll see if Target have any Bourbon. i have been to two other targets in the suburbs (alot smaller than our big city one) and havnt come across them, but i'll see if there is more stock at this target today!! excited about hopefully a better range of maternity clothes too and just general baggier around the house clothes too! I Still am not in any actual maternity clothing, just clothing with a loose waist, or a size up from what i am! all fits comfortably but def. need more clothes too! alot of the tops and things i used to wear (mainly my sleeveless tops), were all baggish in the stomach, so im still wearing alot of them.
barely slept last night! Im tossing and turning ALL night long!! its only been like this since third trimester.. think bubs wants to get me used to No sleep already!! so annoying! i had a good break in second Tri of no getting up in morning for the toilet and good nights sleeps. now its all changed! :no:
Winzy - im dying to know whether u have looked at that envelope!!! :smiliedance:
hayls - how did your last child birth class go?.. let me know what i am in for in a fortnights time when i start mine. :)

TNTbub

19-01-2011, 09:35

Winzy - I couldnt have an envelope like that and not look in it. It would drive me crazy :freakingout: I showed DH some other baby girls u/s and its unmistakable I definitely have a little lady on board. I also showed him little boy u/s and he knows that it wont pop out in 2 weeks like he asked the ultrasound person. lol.

I didnt have any poise but I wish I had. When the sonographer went over certain places I was certain there was going to be pee palooza!! She let me empty my bladder after that thank god and it was the longest pee I have had and felt so good to empty my bladder. :hyper: And with you winzy baby was down in my pelvis for a good time of the U/S until I emptied with that satisfying wee my gosh it was good. lol. Then bubs moved up for us to see.

So I guess all of us will sit here to see if you cave. :impatient: :laughing:

TNTbub

Hayls70

19-01-2011, 12:04

Winzy- great to hear your scan went really well and bubs is in there wriggling about!! I can't believe you haven't checked that envelope yet??? I would be Hopeless..no way I could relax knowing that information is sitting there..tempting me!! Have you had a look yet???

Sandramm- I enjoyed the class last night..Bev,the midwife actually took the boys into another room for awhile and got them chatting about the "things to welcome" and "things to say goodbye to" once baby arrives..
and in the meantime she came out to us girls and asked if there was anything we wanted to know that we couldn't discuss in front of them, which really there wasn't but it did give us an opportunity to chat with each other which was great! They have a "antenatal morning tea" every Tues morning there so I asked if anyone was going to go, a few said they would so I think that will be a better time to get to know everyone.

ange- Don't be scared..it's actually quite good, and really good for partners..they learn a bit and it's nice having the midwife tell them how much they NEED to take care of US!!
The first week-we watched a DVD on labour. She talked about the signs of labour and when to come in to hospital,the birth process. Pain relief options..ie pethidine,epidural etc. Relaxation and breathing techniques.Caesereans (touched on)
Second week- we had a tour of the labour ward- visited the labour room which was like a hospital room with ensuite.(of course it included monitors etc), Neonatal room, childcare room (where you can take your baby for a couple hours if you need a break to get some sleep) operating room incase you need or are having caesarean. Then she discussed postnatal care,bathing,nappy etc. Safety-car seats etc.
third week- Introduction to breastfeeding which included a dvd. Expectations and realities of your new baby, causes of stress and prevention, intro to parenting styles and recognizing baby's signals.

bourbon- I have pre admission in a couple weeks, how did yours go? Glengarry is a great hospital. If my OB wasnt at SJOG I would have chosen Glengarry!

hi everyone xx

afm- last night of class was a good one as I said to Sandramm, the midwife separated the boys from the girls for awhile so it gave us a chance to have a chat together! I'm going to go to the tues antenatal morning teas (in a couple weeks time) and hopefully meet some mums-to-be to catch up with after bubs arrives!
Today I have my preg massage/pedicure package that DH bought me for Xmas so totally looking forward to some pampering!!

bourbon11646

19-01-2011, 12:45

Hayls - the interview was pretty boring! Just had to sign consent for bub to get a hep b injection and vit k injection. Then she went through my personal info - name, d.o.b, address then health info - do I have this or that, have I been preg before (it's weird them referring to this pregnancy as my second even though the first was a m/c @ 5 weeks), she asked about my pregnancy - have I had lots of vomiting, any bleeding etc and about family history for my side & DH's.
Then we talked about the hospital - glengarry is getting a re vamp between now & when bubs is due.
Said I only need to bring going home clothes for bub, everything else they provide.
Then we gossiped about the anesthetists lol as I used to work for some that they use! I said I want one that is nice to their staff as it reflects how they treat the pt too.
And mentioned one I definitely don't want (this guy was inappropriate to me when I was in school saying stuff like "you'll want to take ur clothes off for me when ur older etc" and was actually in the paper for a girl claiming he had treated her inappropriate!
Perve.. Luckily if I have a cs he isn't qualified for that only natural birth (wouldn't want him there if I was spread eagled!!).
And that was it.

I'm looking forward to my antenatal class on 12 march, changed the date so Dh can come but now he may be interstate for 6 weeks not 4!! Aah.. Cutting it fine..

Hayls70

19-01-2011, 12:57

bourbon- (I'm lurking this morning!) Oooh I hope you definately don't get THAT anaesthatist if you require one!! Does he only work at glengarry? Hope I don't get him at SJOG!!
I hope your DH can come to the antenatal classes with you,I think it was really beneficial for DH..he learnt how much pampering I need :D!! Oh and also some tips for himself too!!
It's good that they supply everything for bubs..saves our stuff!! Less things to worry about packing etc!

bourbon11646

19-01-2011, 18:07

Tnt - glad you are positive that its definately a little lady on board, now you can start planning for a :cheerleader1: As for the poise, my bladder has definately been weaker since becoming preg and i need to wear a liner every day especially when they are doing u/s and that and bubbs is pressing on the bladder :laughing:

Ange - How did you go at Target? I caved and went aswell hehe.. I agree with you the third trimester brings with it alot less sleep!

Hayls - My DH sooooo needs to hear how i need to be pampered! He has made me angry lately, ive been doing endless washing, ironing, and other chores and i sit down for one minute and hes saying "have you done this or that??" Like F get off my case grrr! Arent i allowed a break!! Whats he gonna be like when bubbs is here!!

Simone - ouch to scooter being on your cervix. We will have to see if your dream comes true and you are indeed physic :laughing:

Helstar - How is your dh is he feeling better? Yay for the clothes, hopefully not too much pink stuff and you get some neutral stuff!

Winzy - Yep i have endless pillows, i use one small wedge one behind my back and a full length body pillow at the front.. lately though my stomach has been aching on my side like im squashing the baby. Typical DH's, they make a fuss about something but then when it comes time for the decision (finding out the sex etc) they shrug!! If you dont want to find out the sex i reckon you should throw the envelope away as its just way too tempting!
Im loving that im having a surprise, will be extra special on the day of the birth and something more to look forward too.

Sandra - how adorable when your dogs rest their head on your belly :) If you have your baby shower at a restaurant its harder to play games thats if you intended on having any? Originally i was going to do that until i thought of the game situation. I was rolling from side to side last night too trying to get comfy. The only position left is standing lol.

AFM: I have been having the weirdest and freaky scary dreams lately! Has anyone else had lots of vivid dreams? Why cant they be nice ones!
I got told 4 times today by strangers that "i dont look very big".. i then explained how the baby doubles in size from here on in and they were like "ooohh ok so if i was to see you in a month id be like where the hell did that come from lol".
I caved and went to Target today for like the 3rd time lol! And not just one target - to 2 separate branches :laughing: :laughing:
Heres what i bought:
Medicine Kit - spoon, dropper, syringe
3 pack bath towels
3 sets of bassinet sheets (cheap as chips)
Bunny rugs
Cellular blankets
Huggies disposable change mats (my friend recommended them for when youre out, she said some changing tables at shops are just feral lol)
Cotton balls
Baby suncream
More Curash wipes
Present for a friends baby shower coming up

I promise i wont be going back or buying anything else!! And yes there are still things on my wish list for people to buy for the baby shower and i figure if i get doubles of anything im definately going to use it as i have bought mainly one of each item.
Im going to relax on the couch now with a piece of cake that i made yesterday then get stuck into the ironing. Ive washed and ironed EVERYTHING for the baby now including blankets bibs etc lol! Yep im nesting..

bonnybaby

19-01-2011, 19:16

Lurker... :D

Hayls - Where did you go for the Preggie massage?? My DH needs to seriously take some tips from yours!! I hint at him all the time for a back rub etc...do you think I have had even one in the last 7 months. Nope :-(

Bourbon - :laughing: you and your shopping adventures. You are a serious shopaholic!!

ange81

19-01-2011, 19:43

Was a bit dissapointed with target! for being the main store and the biggest they didnt have much of a baby section!! (huge huge clothing section, which i didnt end up buying any clothes for myself anyway), But they did happen to have Bassinet mattress protectors (total surprise, hadnt seen them in the targets in the suburbs), so bought a pack of 2 for myself, along with a set of 2 cot mattress protectors, another set of cot sheets in neutral this time (bought pink the other day), 4 pink singlets in 0000, a pink and white singlet set in 000, more wipes, 100 pack of disposable bibs (thought they'd come in handy on some occasions), Curash (shampoo and cond) and a 6 pack of cute litte pink baby hangers. all for about $70.00!
the other day when i went got the pink cot sheets, wipes, a white and pink towel set, 10 pack of white face washers, a couple of pink patterned face washers, and a couple other bits and pieces! Still so much more to buy!! mainly the bigger items! Have now been to 3 targets for the sales now.
hayls - thanks for the rundown on the classes!! good to have a bit of an idea of what is talked about!

anemone

20-01-2011, 08:08

Hey girls,

Glad to hear the shopping is continuing full-steam! it cracks me up how we are all dashing around to various Targets :laughing: - they know what they are doing marketing-wise having this sale, hey? I will prob have another trip in the next few days.

On the nappies and size - what i have done is to buy a few packs of DriBots (Target own brand) 3-6 kg size - that way I figure they should fit for a while! Just hope its an OK brand, have no idea not having used nappies at all. Im a bit freaked by how many they say you get through - 8-10 a day means a packet wont last v long! I really need to research the MCNs more and decide about them...

Ange - great idea to donate any too-small clothing to a NICU. That heartburn sounds yuck, esp as its hard to see what's bringing it on. Ive had a little bit, seems to only be after I have a glass of milk in the eve. Wierd that milk would set it off...
That's no good about the sleep. Im dreading that about 3rd tri as my sleep is bad enough now at 26 weeks! Infact it has been pretty crap since getting pg...As you say though perhaps our bodies are preparing us for a couple of months time!

Hayls - yay for the nesting - you will have a v clean house once bubs arrives! With the bikini line, I DIY with a special electric trimmer thing - tried all the waxing and creams etc and I seem to always get inflamed.

Zult - good luck with the move! Painful, but Im sure it'll be a relief once its done. Then you can start setting up the nursery etc...

Bourbon - :laughing: I have the same issues with throwing parties! Great that you're getting the RSVPs in. Are you having games etc? I think I need some inspiration to get mine organised but it will prob be in late Mar.
Sucks about being uncomf at night - no fun staring at the wall. My strategy when I cant sleep is always to tiptoe out and be in another room, reading or something, seems to help somehow...

Far out abt that anesthetist, I really hope he gets disciplined soon.

On the chores and DH - I think we really need to be training them to step up to the plate. Mine is good at certain things - buys a lot of food, is pretty tidy, washes his own clothes etc, does the car stuff, but wont notice if vacuuming not done for a month :laughing: . So far I am doing all the garden stuff cos I enjoy it, but once bubs is here we are gonna need to have a rethink - pref before...

Sandra- how cute on your dog trying to work out where your lap is disappearing to! Have fun at your AN class! Cant wait to hear how it is.
Ouch on the hips, IKWYM - it is hard when you cant lie on your back...

Ange and Sandra - My Dh is not looking forward to AN classes either, he thinks it will be a waste of time (but I think he is secretly scared of the birth VDOs etc!). Ive got him reading a book about being a support partner (Cheers to Childbirth by Lucy Perry, pretty good) and he is making pretty heavy weather of it! But if a few smidgeons wear off and stick with him, i figure its worth it.

Sharlsum - good idea to get a cleaner! Will def help take the pressure off. Glad bubs are doing well. The anterior placenta thing is annoying, but it helps to know about it and expect not to feel movements till 19-22 weeks.

Helstar - wow, your birth with DS sounds great! Can I have one of those pls? :)hope your sore throat goes away and isnt the sign of a cold or anything. Thanks for the nappy tips!

TNT - congrats on the little girl!:highfive::cheerleader1: How exciting! Oh yes, I agree, such a relief to pee after they get you to have such a full bladder.

Winzy - you're a strong woman with that envelope! I agree with Bourbon, if you want a surprise then best to bin it, otherwise the temptation may overcome you!

Hayls - interesting about the bonding (or lack of) during the AN classes. My friend said the same thing...Hopefully some ppl will want to catch up for morning tea. Glad you found that they emphasized how much pampering we need from DH - Im looking fwd to DH hearing that from someone other than me!
Does it feel surreal that you have finished the classes already?

Enjoy the massage/pedi!

Simone - youch on Scooter resting on your cervix. Yes, wouldn't teaching from the reclining position be great (plus a few peeled grapes as well!). How interesting about the number on the other thread who have been early or late compared to their due date. Yep Im definitely putting you down as psychic if bubs comes on 18th April. Ive been told by a slightly mad client that mine will be early cos he wants to be an Aries!
Whats the plan for Tet holiday?

AFM - lots of kicks in the last few days which has been lovely. DH has finally felt some too! He heard that the times bubs kicks is likely to correspond to when they are awake when born. So y'day I wrote down all the times from when I woke up - it was every 45 mins to an hour with one longer break of 2 hours around 5-7 pm. Havent tried that exercise at night cos I figure it would be a fair bit! If this is the pattern then we wont be getting much sleep, will we?? But I think perhaps its a bit early at 26 weeks to be in a newborn sleep pattern, so will try it again at 35 weeks or something.

OK, today is the day I am working from home and should finish early, so will go get the bassinette. Found a place that stocks them really close by - was planning to drive out a long way so this is great cos you all know how much I love driving ;).

Will also check out some more single beds cos all the bed places have sales on - my dream is to find one with storage drawers otherwise it feels like it's just taking up space.

Is anyone having much luck on Ebay? I am hoping to get a change table on there, but you have to be quick with the auctions - bidding wars can be crazy! My one score so far has been 3 growbags for about $60, i thought that was good seeing as the new ones are $60 each.

sydney29

20-01-2011, 08:43

Hey Ladies

Nice to see everyone is enjoying the shopping at target :). The target I went to I could not find anything or maybe I am just too confused and overwhelmed to buy anything right now...

Tnt- Congrats on the :cheerleader1:..... its sooo much fun to shop for girls....

Winzy- You have a lot of will power if it was me I would have caved in long back and opened the envelope. good on you

Anemone- Hopefully the bubs sleep pattern will change before they are born.

Ange - Sorry you could not find much at target. Our target also didnt have much and whatever they had was kept soo high up and no one to help. So I just gave up and came home.

Bourbon- I am sure you are loving alll the shopping you are doing makes things feel soo real.... I have my interview with the hospital in mid march I was looking fwd to it but not soo much now after hearing its pretty boring... I am getting scary and vivid dreams too on some nights....

Hayls70- Hope you enjoyed your massage :). It is a very good idea to meet up with all the mums to be will be awesome if u guys already know each other and are comfortable with each other before the bubs come.

SimoneK - Hopefully scooter will move his head soon from your cervix thats got to hurt... but I am glad you liked your hospital and ob. That must be very relieving after all that u have been through looking for a hospital and ob.

Sharlsum- You must get a cleaner to clean after the move it will make your life easier and you should not be exerting too much.. hope you love being in your new house close to family.

sandramm- I am sure you cant wait to get off work I dont belame you.... how many more weeks to go?/

:wave: to everyone I have missed...

AFM - 20 Weeks this saturday finally half way... my sister gave birth to a baby boy yesterday he is soooo cute I wish I could cuddle him but she is in america so that isnt happening till august till she comes to me...
I have been doing fine enjoying my mum being here with me.. We are planning to go to New Zealand south island for 5 day get away I think that will be great really need it DH, me and my mum.
I have been having a lot of heaviness in my lower abdomen but normally goes away after resting will have to ask my ob what that is on monday. Also between my inner thigh where the pelvic bone meets the thigh that really hurts me when I change sides in bed or while getting off and getting into bed.. Anybodyelse had that?? Is it normal??? Just get a little worried with the heaviness in lower abdomen and the pain in the joint of the thigh and pelvic bone...

Hayls70

20-01-2011, 12:38

hello everyone xx

Sydney- Well done 20 weeks!When are you going to New Zealand?Sounds fab!!
The heaviness you describe sounds like bubs resting down there!! I get that too, then sometimes I have immediate urge to go to the loo. The pains sounds like ligaments, with all the growing and extra weight we're carrying.

anemone- nice to be getting all the kicks!! I think you're right, check baby's sleep patterns around 35 weeks..hopefully it'll be more consistent by then!!
I haven't looked up anything on E-Bay, not good with that..but I have looked on "Gumtree" have you tried there..its a free to advertise website and you don't have to bid for items, just contact owner. Just type in gumtree.com.au and type in your city.

bonny- how are you going? Have you been to all the classes yet? I'm going to go to the antenatal morning teas on tues mornings at SJOG subi to try to meet some mums-to-be.

ange- shame about the target main store! Sounds like you still managed to buy up though! I like the sound of the bassinet mattress protectors..might have to have another look now!

bourbon- sure sure you're not going to buy anything else shopper queen!!:laughing: we'll see!! and yes, you better get that hubby of yours to these classes so he stops THAT line of questioning!! On the dreams, yes I have some very weirdo dreams..afraid I always have really but they are getting more vivid these days!! Be nice to have some luvly baby dreams leading up but no..just strange ones!

afm- Had my pamper massage/facial and pedicure yesterday and .....I don't know...I think it's just not for me right now!!!
They had the pregnancy cushions where you could lay on your stomach- face down. I started to get REALLY breathless halfway through the massage (and to be honest I was struggling the whole time with my breathing so I found I was concentrating on that more than the massage!)
Then I became really nauseous and had to stop her from continuing! She was luvly and opened the door,gave me some water and suggested I turn over ...but nope..still nausea!!
She tried the facial....more nausea when she was massaging my face!!!!
So we finally agreed to opt out and do a lengthy pedicure...now that was DIVINE..BLISS!!
Apparently it is quite common once you reach later stages of pregnancy!!...so looks like I'm going back "after baby"

So if any of you are considering a pregnancy massage, I think laying on your side would be better! Easier to breathe!!

sandramm1

20-01-2011, 14:04

Bourbon- so no luck with bassinette mattress protector at target? The bassinette sheets sound good though. I will have to hit up a larger target.
I was thinking of either not having any games or doing some really low key ones that wouldnt be hard to do while everyone sitting down around a table.

Hayls- I love pedicures and hang out for these more than ever now. I have never really liked massages or facials too much. I do dream of being able to lie on my stomach though....

anemone- I dont know much about the dri-bots range- you will ahve to elt us know how they go or search for reviews here on the hub. I have bought the huggies newborn ones and agree that a box of 100 wont last long- 10 days sheesh!!!!
Yes I think my DH is dreading the birth videos.

Ange- glad to hear target has bassinnette protectors- now I just have to hunt some down!!!

Sydney- Yay for being halfway. I remember feeling so relieved to get to 20 weeks.
I have another 7 weeks of work!!! :cheerleader1: :smiliedance:
AFM: Have been trying to design baby shower invites today- driving me batty at the moment.

sharlsum

20-01-2011, 16:41

Hi Ladies well i'm about to get off now till the move is all over i'm 20 weeks today yay but i will be back on once the move is all done and everything unpacked grrr i'm so not looking forward to this but will be doing it so slow and no rush cause i always rush around trying to do to much and i can't now risk anything ladies you all have a safe and happy next few weeks will be back on again to check on everyone and the updates of bub's as well will miss you all ;) speak again real soon thank you for always been there to help me through this xxxxx

bourbon11646

20-01-2011, 18:14

Sandra - nope no luck with bassinet mattress protectors only seen cot ones. I may have to check out kmart & big w and if i still cant find them unfortunately may have to get them from a baby shop (no doubt more money). The fitted & loose sheets for bassinets were great, usually around $20 reduced to $9. Are you making your own baby shower invites? They have some good ones on the website "The Baby Shower Shop" if you decide to buy them instead or even to get nice paper and print your own.

Hayls - I SO hope my DH can come to the antenatal classes, he seems to think only i really need to go. If hes home i know he will come with me i just pray he is back from over east! Shame about your massage, the pedi would have been nice though. I really want to get a pedi but not in those asian shops where there are people everywhere and they stink of products, not good to breathe in.

Sydney - Bummer about not finding anything at Target. I found heaps at one branch but then another branch i went to they had hardly nothing and it wasnt easy to find stuff. Just not in any order or anything. Congrats on being half way, huge milestone :celebrate:
I have had lots of heaviness in my lower tummy aswell, my ob didnt seem too fazed by it, bubbs is just sitting low on my bladder. Would your hip pains be from sleeping on your side at night?

Anemone - I got Huggies nappies, just heard from heaps of mothers that when it comes to nappies quality is best. Others tend to leak poo & wee easily! But who knows they may be fine, just see how they go i guess.
My friend is throwing my baby shower for me and has planned lots of games for us to play :)
My DH is good with chores and definately helps but he is the opposite to messy - but in a totally annoying way sometimes. I could spring clean the house and he would still find something i missed! Hes gonna be in for a shock when i dont have as much time when bubbs arrives!
Thats great that you have been feeling lots of kicks, its reassuring and fun to bond with bubbs.
Ive never used ebay, wouldnt have a clue how to even lol :laughing:

Ange - Some targets are disappointing like one branch i went to but then others are great. Its weird how they are the same chain but can be so different. Wow you found bassinet mattress protectors!! Ive looked everywhere! Only seen cot ones..

Bonny - :wave: hope everything is going well with your pregnancy. I stalk your thread, cant believe how many girls are popping lately!! Very exciting :yes:

Hey to everyone ive missed :wave:

AFM: Just had to go to the Ob and do a repeat urine test. After the last one came back high for leukacytes they sent it to the lab & they said they couldnt find any infection or problem but it did show signs of contamination. Hmmm is it a co incidence that on the day the useless midwife is working that 5 women that morning all had high leukacytes in their test?
Went food shopping with DH this morning, Raindrop was SO active all morning! You can easily see my stomach moving like a snake is crawling under the skin :laughing:
Been a bit depressed dont know why, maybe i feel a bit unloved by DH at the moment! Not only is he sleeping in the spare room (my request as there was no room for either of us before) but with his new job he has been working late each night and this sun goes away for 4- 6 weeks :(
OMG my baby shower is only a fortnight away on 6/2!! Exciting! My friend has been great organizing stuff for it.

KimInMellie

20-01-2011, 19:58

Hi everyone! It's been nearly 2 weeks since my last post -- I was away in Port Douglas for some of that time but I've been reading to catch up. :) No personals this time but will do some later. PD was great, none of the rain/flooding like down south. (I hope our QLD ladies got through that okay.) We did skip the Gold Coast portion of our trip out of flood concerns but I was told (by a Wet 'n Wild employee, so who knows if it was true or if they just wanted our business) that the GC wasn't affected either. Anyway, a lovely week of snorkeling, croc hunting ;) and rainforest touring. Now I'm definitely grounded for the 3rd trimester! I'm 27 weeks now, which by some accounts is the start of tri 3, but other web sites say it starts at 28 or 29 weeks. What are you all going by?

I also had my birthday yesterday. 40 and knocked up lol! Who'da thunk it? :p It was a nice day, very relaxing. DH & SS gave me a foot spa and I'm planning to try it out this evening. Let's see ... I've been reading about all your Target hauls and it's made me a bit nervous. I have all the big stuff but very little of all the small bits & pieces! I should get onto it before I'm too big to be comfortable perusing the shops. I'm already frequently short of breath from my uterus getting in the way of my lungs, and reflux is a constant presence. Oh, and here's a nice one: while in the shower last week, I felt what I thought was a piece of toilet paper tucked in my bits, but after trying to tug it out I realised: it's a f***ing SKIN TAG! :heywhat: On my schmoo!!! And to make it worse, some days when I've been standing a lot it swells a bit and starts to feel like I've grown one tiny ball down there. Talk about losing the last of my sexy feeling -- that's just gross. I don't know what to do about it. I mean, do dermatologists remove things in that area? DH has offered to tie a piece of thread around it and let it fall off on its own :D Bless him, always wanting to help out!

In other, less TMI-type news, we're booked in for a hypnobirth class in Feb and an activebirth class in March, and I'm very much looking forward to both. I've also got pregnancy & newborn photo sessions booked. Eek! Everything's getting so close -- I'm 3 months to the day from my due date, and the Jan/Feb/March thread is popping out bubs like it's going out of style. We're next, girls!

TTFN :flowerz:

sandramm1

20-01-2011, 20:55

sharlsum- good luck with the packing moving and unpacking take it slow and we will see you soon!!

Bourbon- yes I would like to make my invites especially if I dont have it at home- at least there will be some effort for the baby shower on my part.
Yeah if I dont find a bassinette protector at another target I will have to get one from a baby shop.
:fingerscrossed: the urine test is all good- when do you get the results?
Sorry to hear you have been feeling a little unloved- have to spoken to DH about it?

Kiminmellie- glad to hear you had a good trip to Port Douglas- sounds like it was amazing- apart from croc hunting- are you mad?
As for the skin tag- your GP may be able to remove it.

off to bed for me- cant stop yawning- lets hope I sleep okay tonight.

bourbon11646

20-01-2011, 21:47

Sandra - let me know if you find any bassinet protectors & I'll do the same.
I'm not worried about the pee test as the last one showed no problems just contamination somehow (maybe from the ob rooms since the other ladies all had the same).
I was originally going to make (with my friend) baby shower invites that are in the shape of a nappy with a safety pin at the back but my friend canned that idea as we didn't have much time & had to get them posted.
Nah I haven't said anything to Dh, the poor guy has lots on his mind with all this training he has to do & prob doesn't want to go away as much as I don't want him too. I'm prob being a sook! It will be good when the training part is over as the job itself has very cruisy hrs - only 4/day! So if he starts early he will be home by lunch & same money as a 38-40hr/week job :-) perfect for when raindrop is here. It's just this training part is hard long hrs away.

Does anyone watch those birth/baby shows on tv? I just saw one where a lady gave birth to twins on her kitchen floor as she didn't have time to get to the hospital! She actually made it look easy! Amazing.
Every time I see the part where the baby is born I cry! Can't help the flood of emotion, how am I going to be when my baby is born!!

I'm bored & Dh getting home late so I'm off to do the ironing, sick of watching tv - I must be bored lol!!

sandramm1

21-01-2011, 07:30

Bourbon- will let you know if I find any bassinette protectors at target- hoping to go today at lunch.
Its hard when our partners work long hours and we just want some company. His hours in his new jobs sound amazing, just some hard yeard to get there- but at least it will be finished by the time bubs comes.
I too cry at the drop of a hat- not just at babies being born- a big sookie lala!!! lol

I have been looking at the thread ahead of us- so exciting to see so many busb being born!!!

sandramm1

21-01-2011, 11:37

Bourbon- I found the basinnette mattress protectors in target!!! A 2 pack for $20 I think. Couldnt find any bassinette sheets though- so might go to another target on the weekend.

bourbon11646

21-01-2011, 19:28

Sandra - you found them??!! I need some lol! I've been to 2 different branches & found the bassinet sheets easily but not the mattress protectors! What state are you in?
Anyone in Perth found them?
You got them at a good price. Why can't all the branches be the same!!

Lychee

22-01-2011, 06:05

Bourbon, I too got bass matt protectors from target. Both Sandra and I are in Sydney though (correct me if I'm wrong Sandra). Anyway I have to return a couple of mat tops that didn't fit this weekend so I will see if I can find u a pair. I'd b happy to post them over to u.

Hi to everyone else. Have just been lurking this week. Will hopefully be on laptop at some stage to do some personals.

Lychee xx

TNTbub

22-01-2011, 09:05

bourbon where abouts in sydney are you? I hope that you have some luck with the basinette sheets and stuff.

I have been reading these posts on my phone but I got majorily dizzy on thursday afternoon, due to my inner ear condition. DH had to help me go to the toilet and walk. It was an early night for me as the room was spinning. Im feeling a bit better today (saturday) so I thought I would do a quick post.

If I make it to Target I will look for a basinette mattress protector for you bourbon and will message on here to let you know.

TNTbub

bourbon11646

22-01-2011, 09:33

I'm in Perth which is maybe why I can't find them in target here.
How much would postage cost roughly? Trying to decide if it's cheaper to get them on sale & postage from you guys in Sydney or full price from a baby shop here .. Hmm
Thanks lychee & tnt

ange81

22-01-2011, 09:40

i am tempted to go to another Target for a look around! cant get enough of the sales!!! i have never seen the bassinet sheets anyway!! got the protectors but need to find sheets now!
Bourbon lives in WA tntbub! The other girls were just saying how they are in nsw and have found them in the targets there.
u said u dont use ebay though didnt u bourbon?... Ebay is fantastic! im getting several bits and pieces from there for bubs! been buying and looking at things for months! theres a really nice cot blanket and sheet set etc on there in pink winnie the pooh i might buy, and a few other things!
im going to get my boori cot and change table from baby buntings.. there mattresses there for the cots are $129.00, i am wondering should i buy it from there or can i get a just as good one elsewhere!?. has everything just bought theres with everything else at the same shop?. I love the boori range, but as far as other things go from BB's I can find elsewhere for cheaper!
Also just wondering if everyone has there capsule/car seat for bubs and what did they buy?.. i am still undecided what to get! we're getting a newer car 'hopefully' very soon so was going to wait till then and then buy one to make sure it fits all good! Now that i am past 30 weeks I think time will just fly!!

http://www.bubhub.com.au/tickers/image.php?image=NzJgYDczYGAyNWBgMDZgYDIwMTBgYDAxYG BgYHByZWduYW5jeWBgMDFgYDA0YGAyMDEx=.png (http://www.bubhub.com.au)

ange81

22-01-2011, 09:43

posted at the same time bourbon! had a feeling that may have happened for some reason! :laughing:
postage would prob be around the $6-$7.00 mark at a guess for them to post the matt. protectors to you, or i could even get them from ebay for you and have them sent straight to ur address?. might actually search ebay now for the bassinett protectors and sheets too! i'll prob end up buying them from there!

bourbon11646

22-01-2011, 09:57

TNT & lychee - I pm'ed you :-)

Ange - isn't it weird, in Perth I can't find the protectors for bassinets but can easily find sheets & with u guys it's the other way around!! I'm calling Target today and asking!

I got all Boori furniture from a baby shop, expensive but love it!
My other big items I got from the same shop & discounted.
All the smaller stuff I got from either friends second hand, target, Kmart, baby markets, on sale etc.

Omg guys I'm already thinking about baby #2 lol!!
I got preg naturally after only 3 months but unfortunately m/c so I know it can happen but strangely it was another 2 yrs & lots of fertility/ivf to get this pregnancy.
I've heard we r highly fertile the first few months after giving birth.. And since I have to go back on MS medication when not preg I'm wondering should I try naturally asap for number 2 after a few months.. I know it will be hard but at least they will be close in age & I might get a chance at another child otherwise I can't try while on meds & not doing ivf again.
Going to ask my Ob & Neuro soon what they think..

ange81

22-01-2011, 10:17

bourbon - i would def try soon after if i were you!! u never know what might happen.. heard after we finish breastfeeding too we are very fertile, my DP and i will def be trying naturally after DD is born, and as we wont be stressed out because of trying for so long and wont be thinking about it all too much, u never know what miracle might happen! how come you say u will never do ivf again? did u end up with any eggs to freeze after last round?. We have 2 so if it doesnt happen naturally (and i prob would bet on the fact that it wont, but can always hope), then we will wait till DD is 1 and then start to try again.
I am always thinking of baby #2 too! i definately want another and then maybe even another after that! one step at a time though, and we'll have to see how our luck goes too!

bourbon11646

22-01-2011, 11:31

Ange - after 4 ivf & other treatments (iui, tracking etc) my ovaries decided enough is enough & I got pretty bad ohss the last time & was on bed rest for 3 months in alot of pain. I'm 28 weeks preg & my ovaries are still enlarged.
My Ob was even talking about removing them at one stage but we have decided to wait and see how they go.
That reason & also $$ we have spent thousands & can't afford more. We had to use our house savings so r still renting while re saving for a deposit (a baby was much more important than a house).
I have one blastie frozen from my 1st cycle so depends on our $ may use that in a non medicated cycle in future if trying naturally doesn't work.
I'm SO happy to be having one child at least so like u said we don't have that pressure & stress and it may happen naturally second time.

bebedream

22-01-2011, 13:40

Hi all

Sorry to wade in unannounced so to speak (I'm another IVF veteran who follows this thread intermittently, when I have time :)).
Anyway, I just wanted to let Bourbon know that I have seen a couple of bassinet mattress protectors at the Target Bullcreek branch. There were only a couple, hidden amongst all the baby towels, sheets etc. I don't recall seeing the bassinet sheet sets though!
I hope this helps and that I am not confusing the issue :)
Cheers

Lychee

22-01-2011, 14:16

Bourbon I PM'd u too :)

I think I have started nesting today. Have cleaned out my walk-in wardrobe and sadly packed away all my pre-pg clothes with the exception of a handful of stretchy singlets, shorts with elastic waists and pj bottoms. Went berserk in the nursery too and have put up the stickers. On one wall is a giraffe that stands 1.5m tall (just shorter than me) with a baby giraffe looking up at it. Above the change table we put a jungle branch sticker that has a monkey,vines & toucan hanging off it. It looks so cute. I have spent a good part of the day sitting in the nursery looking at how cute everything looks. One thing that is bothering me is that I don't have anything to put the baby monitor and a lamp on. All my furniture is walnut boori in sleigh. I'm sure I'll come up with something. Love the boori slimboys but they are over $900. I'm thinking maybe a huggies nappy box might b the cheaper option. Hahaha.

sandramm1

22-01-2011, 15:40

Bourbon and ange- I think we will try to breastfeed for at least 6 months and then maybe while I am still of work try again- no frosties so a full stim cycle for me.

AFM: had our birth/parenting course today. It was a good but brief overview of breastfeeding, birth, pain relief, settling plus got to do a tour of the birth suite and ward. The videos they showed werent very good- bad 80's ones- they would be better showing one born every minute I think. Glad that we did it though- I think we both learnt some new things.

bourbon11646

22-01-2011, 17:10

Sandra - thats great about learning all that birth and parenting stuff, it can be very helpful i think (not that ive done it but youre bound to learn new tricks). Shame they havent updated their videos though.

Lychee - I pm'ed you again :) Also what kind of stickers did you get? Are they safe on paint as we will be renting... they sound really cute! Youre lucky you get to sit in your nursery and adore everything, i just have everything in boxes ready for our move in May. Will have to wait til then to set up the nursery - i cant wait!! The furniture is so expensive isnt it..

Bebedream - thanks so much for popping in and telling me about the mattress protectors, im north the river so bit far but luckily i had luck today closer to home woohoo :smiliedance:

AFM: I FOUND SOME YAYAYYY!! :hyper: DH wanted some new things for himself so we went to a different target (Innaloo for you perth girls) and i found everything i needed. At first i could only see the price sticker and all the stock had run out so i asked a sales girl and she got some from out the back in the warehouse for me thank god for that!!
And soooo cheap - 2 for $15! Plus i got cot protectors 2 for $11.16 - cheaper than bassinet which was strange.
Thennnn now dont blame me Hayls but DH wanted to buy more baby stuff :laughing: :laughing:
We got an airwrap bumper $30, some singlets with the press studs at the bottom, some socks, and heaps more bodysuits in different sizes (i was trying to think of how big bubbs would be in summer..). Its funny coz DH tells me "no more baby stuff" but when he is in the sale himself he is much much worse!! I had to hold him back and say "no we dont need that lol" :laughing:
Its his last day today before he heads off to Brisbane and Melbourne for 4-6 weeks, i have to take him to the airport at 5:30am tomorrow :(
I put a valentines card in his suitcase with instructions not to open it earlier.
He is currently doing the rounds of all the neighbours houses informing them he will be away and that im pregnant and can we have their contact numbers in case of an emergency, what a darling :yes:

B1B2

22-01-2011, 18:41

;)Hi Everyone,
hope you're having a nice weekend!

bourbon - so glad you found all the bits you were looking:smiliedance: for at the other Target. I think it's so lovely when the boys get really excited and want to shop too, sounds like you guys are really organised.

sandramm - I think we had the 80's birth videos:rolleyes: when we went to antenatal classes prior to DD's birth, they are so funny hey? big hair features strongly!!

Lychee - your nursery sounds very cute, I've been in nesting mode too, seem to have energy to clean things out for once! Try Ikea for a little side table, inexpensive and look good too.

ange81 - good idea to think ahead for baby #2, we left it 18 months before we started IVF again (tried naturally in the meantime but no luck) but it took us 11 months of intermittent cycles to get this success (all the while aware my fertility was slowly declining).
good to have a plan like you have. In terms of carseats, we have the Safe n Sound Unity capsules, the Turn-a-tot (great seat and can be used from birth also), and a Safe n Sound Royale (from birth also), all are good. I'm using capsules this time from birth as they click into my Baby Jogger stroller which will make life easier, but can't be used much past 6 months.

AFM - took DD to the pool this afternoon, so nice to wade the legs in the cool pool!....... no complaints here!! DH has worked all day, I'm a bit worried about the hours he works, and how I will cope when the twins arrive, as we have no family here.... we'll see I guess! It's my last week of work coming up, very exciting! I meant to say to all you girls that I find the nappies from ALDI really good, and a great cheaper alternative to Huggies. I have lots of friends who've used them too and all been very happy. Lots of us have used Huggies at night and ALDI in the day, they are unisex too which has it's bonuses.
Bye for now, Hi to everyone else

TNTbub

23-01-2011, 04:37

Just a quickie as i lye awake with a headache. Where have you ladies shopped for your maternity bras? David Jones was pathetic one lady kept looking at dh and i but offered no service what-so-ever! And myers pointed me in the general direction that was the extent of their help. Both of these stores you would expect assistance!!

And at what stage did you start wearing your bra over night? Which bra is the most comfortable?

anemone

23-01-2011, 08:19

Just quickly -

TNT - Myer in Syd CBD were great - even on a packed Saturday, a fitter spent a good 30 mins in with me getting me fitted. Perhaps try there & ask at the changing rooms, you may not find help on the shop floor,

With the capsule - check out the Maxi Cosi Mico - not stocked by all baby shops, but its v light and easy to carry and seems to be compatible with BJ prams. I have hired one but stock wont come in till March so havent actually got it in my possession yet....

Will be back tomox for personals - managed to lose my phone on a shopping trip yesterday and no-one's handed it in:banghead2: So frustrating and inconvenient...

Hayls70

23-01-2011, 12:29

ange- We bought the Safe N Sound Meridian AHR car seat..love it! It retails in baby shops around $569,but they discounted and we picked it up for $500. My GF is lending me her baby carseat capsule which I'm going to put in my car for the first few months- she recommended having the capsule so you could remove for when bubs is asleep. The car seat we bought doesn't have the capsule but is still suitable from birth to 4years. I'm going to put that one in DH car for now then swap to my car once I've finished with capsule!

B1B2- Nappies from ALDI? where do you get them, I havent heard of them before?

TNT- how are you feeling? Horrible feeling dizzy..did your ear condition start because of your pregnancy?

lychee- I love the sound of your nursery,sounds like you've put alot of effort into it!! Specially love the huggies nappybox stand! My nursery is very simple compared!!..but I too go in there sometimes and just look around in amazement!!

bourbon- You can never spend enough on baby stuff!!!! I can see how some mother's end up spending everything on their kids and not themselves...I don't want to be one of them:laughing:!!...confuscious say "always leave enough in the kitty for yourself!!!"

bebedream- hiya and thanks for popping in, you're welcome to join us and add your name to the roll call! How are you going with your pregnancy?

hiya to anemone,josi,carrington,helstar,laura, simone, sandramm, sharlsum, and everyone I've missed..how are you??

afm- everytime I say I'm going to start being really healthy..something happens..ie. last night fish and chips and a yummy icecream choc dipped from Hilary's!!
Everyone that's talking about baby#2....we must all be on the same page I think, DH and I only began discussing this a couple days ago too! I said that once I've finished b/feeding (hopefully I can do this for at least 5months) then we'll try naturally for awhile- make the most of that fertile window! Then if no luck we can do IVF but only for a little while as I really don't want to be in THAT place with a new baby, I want us to be able to enjoy every minute of her!...plus I'm loooking forward to a wine or two in between time!!!!!

SimoneK

23-01-2011, 12:59

Anemone - Hope you find your phone! And did you end up getting a bassinette?

Sydney - Congratulations on being 20 weeks. I think the heaviness is normal. I certainly get it.

Hayls - You are in single digits as far as weeks to go. OMFG!

Sandra - That's great that you've only got 7 weeks til maternity leave. I've got exactly 7 1/2. But one of those weeks I've got another holiday. The perks of being a teacher.

Sharlsum - Hope your move wasn't too stressful!

Bourbon - I can't believe the hassle you had finding bassinette mattress protectors and sheets. Bloody hell. Sorry to hear that DH is going away for so long, but it's great that he'll only have to work 4 days when training is finished. I agree with you that people seem to be very fertile after birth. I know heaps of women who got pregnant straight after having babies. My DH is from Cork and when a woman has kids less than a year apart they call them 'Irish twins'! :laughing:

Kim - Happy Birthday! You must be '71 like me and DH. He's 40 in April and I'm in November. Oh no for the skin tag, that is seriously messed up. I'm too scared to go down there and check. They shrink and disappear after the birth...don't they...? That's great you're getting a photo session as all my photos so far look like cr*p. DH only thinks to take them when I've just rolled out of bed, not when I'm all blow dried and made up before going out. And the right lighting is crucial. I hate all my Christmas photos. Don't mind the belly but my arms look like hams and my face looks like a puffer fish! Someone sent me this link to awkward pregnancy photos. Might give you some ideas! http://www.pregnantchicken.com/pregnant-chicken-blog/2010/12/10/awkward-pregnancy-photos.html

Lychee - Hi :wave:

Ange - Also single digits. Oh man, not long to go now! Eeeekkkk! :freakingout:

B1B2 - Thanks for the heads up on Aldi nappies. I'm seriously gonna have to be budget mum back in Australia.

TNT - I got some really comfy maternity bras from K-mart, that a friend with a baby recommended. It's the bub2b brand and they're 15 bucks each. I hate bras, never usually wear them because I find them uncomfortable (and I'm not usually a D!) but these are super soft and comfy. They also have the hook on the front so you can use them as nursing bras too.

AFM - I am also lurking on the Jan/Feb/March due thread! And I am pleased to say that Scooter has shifted a bit from the headbanging-cervix-position and I can actually walk and move around again. Yay! I was a bit worried that I was going to be feeling that uncomfortable for the whole 3rd trimester. He is now diagonal (if I press hard into my belly I swear I can feel this rock hard bit that must be his skull. It's bizarre) and I can feel his little hands poking on my lower right hand side and little feet kicking on my upper left, right under my ribs. Yet despite all the evidence I still can't quite believe that there is a baby in there.
It's freezing cold in Hanoi and when I'm not at school I'm lying in bed or on the couch under a big ugly blanket reading a book. At first I felt bad about being so lazy, but then I read the thread 'what do you miss about life before having a baby' and apparently for the next 18 years I will have no time to slob about and do this sort of thing, so have decided to really get into it and enjoy it while I can. Back to the couch!

Hayls70

23-01-2011, 13:40

Simone- I know...single digits!! I can't believe it! OMG those pregnancy photos cracked me up!! I would love to get some "tasteful" preg photos..but I think they could end up something like those ones!
And I agree with the couch idea!!...make the most of it while you can, we will look back on these days wistfully!
that's so cool that you can feel your baby so definately, I haven't been able to make out where things are yet..I haven't really pressed hard though either.

ange- are you finding that bubs is sleeping more now? (quieter) Have you tried working out sleeping patterns?

Lychee

23-01-2011, 14:19

Hi Ladies :wave:

Simone - that is awesome that you can make out scooters body parts. Wow. I have felt a hard lump which moves around but can't work out whether it is the head or the butt! I totally agree that even with all this evidence it is hard to believe there is a baby in there. Oh and don't feel guilty taking it easy, enjoy it while you can.

B1B2 - I have also heard great things from a few different sources about Aldi nappies. Wasn't sure if NB size were any good though. Can you let me know. Also, thanks heaps for the Ikea suggestion. I had a look last night online and I can get either a bedside table (looks more like a little shelf) for $14.95 or chest of drawers for $49.95 untreated which we should be able to just paint in the same colour as the cot. :smiliedance:You may have just saved me $900!!

Hayls - I can't wait to have another baby as well but feel the same about a glass or two of wine. Hmm decisions decisions ;) The place I am working has two girls on mat leave plus me and the boss are both due in April. Anyway one of the girls on mat leave is pg again and due around the time her first will be one. She said she was only 4 months when she fell again. Crazy, so she basically only has to come back to work for one day and then can take mat leave again. Hahaha. They think there is a chair at my work getting everyone pg. Needless to say I was very keen to start working there when I heard this. In fact I had my FET on the Sat before I started and got my BFP so maybe....

Anemone - that is bad news about your phone. I always ask St Anthony (the saint of lost things?!?!) to help me when I lose something and I usually find what i have lost. FX you get it back.

TNT - I got fitted at Bras N Things (Miranda). She basically just bought in a few sizes and got me to try them on till we found one that fit well in the cup and had a few hooks left on the back. She said you want to be able to let out one hook per month for the rest of your pg (so in my case I needed 3 hooks) and she also got me to see if I could put a fist in the cup to make sure I had room. I was like how much bigger are these puppies going to get :eek:??? Oh and once I had the right size I just went to Kmart and bought some cheaper ones. Would have paid to try them on though cos I think they might get a bit tight in the back. Let us know how you go.

Bourbon - how sweet is DH doing the rounds to the neighbours places. Was everyone obliging? Hope your doing alright today. Always so hard saying goodbye isn't it. Bummer that WA is so far away otherwise I am sure you would be jumping on a flight for a weekend catch up! FX time goes really quickly for you and you get heaps of cuddles of your furbaby.

Kim - Happy Birthday :celebrate:. Hope you had a good one. Hey how come you got to have two babymoons?!?!?! Lucky duck. I am tossing up whether to bother having a weekend away before bubs is born. My latest attitude towards things is 'I can't be bothered'. Hahaha well that's how I am feeling about my baby shower as well. Basically emailed all my out of state friends and told them not to bother forking out to fly to Sydney. Oh and I have a couple of skin tags too. One on my boob which is really freaking me out cos it wont stop growing and cos it's on the skin next to the nipple I think it is going to be a drama BF'ing bub. Eeeek. Let me know if you get yours cut off or if DH ties some string around it for you!!!

Ange - we got a safe n sound car seat. Can't quite remember what it's called now but SNS seems to be the most popular brand.

For the girls who bought BJ City Elites - I was struggling trying to work out what do for the NB option as I really wanted one of the hard bassinets (not getting a capsule) but didn't want to fork out close to $300 for one. Anyway I read on a product review site that the valco soft bassinet fits into the BJ and is much cheaper. Anyway I just had one delivered Friday with stuff I ordered from the Baby Zone Direct sale which I only paid $80 (approx) for and it is great. Clips in nicely to the seat in recline and means I can have bubs facing me in the NB stage. Of course I haven't road tested it yet but thought I would share in case anyone else is looking for a cheaper option for bubs to be forward facing at first.

Hope you are all enjoying a lazy Sunday. Beautiful weather here in Sydney. Went for a walk with the furbabies along the beach this morn and got some sun on my tummy (got preventative for stretch marks according to my OB father.) I'll try anything!

Bye for now

Lychee :)

KimInMellie

23-01-2011, 15:32

Someone sent me this link to awkward pregnancy photos. Might give you some ideas! http://www.pregnantchicken.com/pregnant-chicken-blog/2010/12/10/awkward-pregnancy-photos.html
Am I the only one who wants to slap the lady in the toe shoes? F-ing showoff. :rolleyes:

More this evening :)

sandramm1

23-01-2011, 19:03

Bourbon- It must have been a sad morning for you today. Hopefully the weeks he is away will go quickly.

B1B2- its good to hear that the Aldi nappies are good- may have to stock up on those after we use up the huggies ones- especially if they are alot cheaper.

Tntbub- I found Debras- really good for service- they spent an hour with me bringin me different bras to try on in all variety of styles and price ranges- unsure if there is a location near you, but I thin some of the smaller places often have better cutomer service than the bigger stores.

anemone- unfortunately if you lost it at the shops you can pretty much guarantee you wont see it again- not many honest people these days.

Hayls- at least fish isnt too bad for you- lots of omega 3's- see you were being healthy!!!

Simone- how exciting that you can make out scooters bits and pieces. I agree definitely indulge in all the things you wont have time for afterwards. Also could you please send some cool breezes to Sydney- I'm over humid days.

Lychee- I have been feeling the same way lately- cant be bothered. Which is why I am having my baby shower at a restaurant- less work involved, whereas usually I would happily spend hours preparing to have people over.

Kiminmellie- was it your birthday today? :celebrate: Happy Birthday!!! Hope you had a great day.

Not much to report for me today- Have an OB appointment tomorrow.

KimInMellie

23-01-2011, 20:26

Finally, time to settle in for a long(ish) post. :)

Bebedream, welcome and congrats! As others have said, please feel free to jump into the conversation & add yourself to the roll call. It's around here somewhere ...

Lychee, I got the Boori sleigh set too, only in teak. Great minds think alike! I wish I had some of that nesting instinct going on right now. The nursery is such a mess that I just keep the door shut. DH is going to move the 2 huge bookcases and 20 boxes of books out of there this week, though, so hopefully that'll give me some inspiration. The only thing I've gone overboard on are MCNs. I have to stop buying them -- I think I have around 3 dozen at this point! They're just so darn adorable. :p I didn't really get to have 2 babymoons; the Queensland trip was with DH & stepson so it was very much about giving SS a little one-on-one time before this one is born. A little less relaxing than Vanuatu, but still nice. I'm sorry to hear about your skin tag, but glad I'm not the only one with weird growths in embarrassing places. Hey ... are we skin tag buddies too?? :cheerleader1: :raspberry:

Bourbon/Ange/Sandra & others talking about TTC after these bubs are born -- I've been considering this too. OB says to b/f for 6 months max, then get myself back to my FS. :( I was really wanting to b/f for a year. At 40, I don't really have a lot of time (though I do still have 4 frosties thankfully). Getting right down to it, though, I suppose I'd rather give bub a brother or sister rather than 6 more months on the boob. It's a tough one.

Bourbon, that's rough your DH will be away for so long. You're right; that is definitely cutting it close. How sweet of him to inform the neighbours!

TNT, I found some maternity bras I really like at Mothercare, but I think they're only in Melbourne. I bet you can order online, though. I also got some good ones at K-Mart. The bub2b brand that Simone mentioned. I never got properly fitted, but I tried on a whole lot of them at Mothercare and I'm comfortable that I figured out the right size. I'm not wearing them at night yet. I hope I can avoid that entirely.

Anemone, I hope your phone has been turned in! What a drag :no:

Simone, yes I'm a '71 gal. Bell bottoms & gogo boots were a staple of my young fashion wardrobe. :D I got such a laugh out of the pregnancy photo link -- what were they thinking??? As for my amateur bump pics, I have to corral my DH into taking photos on the one day a week I actually put on makeup these days. I tried going au naturel for them early on but it's just not a good look. I also just try not to look at the chicken skin on my flabby arms these days ... :( lol, I've read that thread about life before baby too, and I told my husband a couple of days ago that I have lost most of my energy and he can expect to see me lying on the couch a lot for the next 12 weeks. Glad Scooter has decided to get his lumpy head off your cervix.

Sandra, thanks for the birthday wishes :) it was last Wed.

AFM, I sent my doppler hire back last week because I can feel bubs so regularly now. Another milestone passed! I can't tell where he/she is positioned, though, because I feel bumps & flutters all over. sometimes I think there must be more than one in there to be making all that racket! I did have one fun moment about a week ago where I could clearly feel bub's head on one side and rump on the other, so I put a hand on each and moved her side-to-side for a bit. Didn't like that at all -- I got kicked a lot for it! OB appt tomorrow, and one-hour GTT. Joy.

sandramm1

24-01-2011, 07:25

Sorry Kim- I'm slow to the party arent I? Lol

anemone

24-01-2011, 09:48

Hey girls!

Hayls - thanks for suggesting Gumtree - good idea! That's a shame you couldnt get comfy & were nauseous for the massage - cant have been nice. I wouldn't want to lie down face down either, even with special cushions...But the pedicure sounds good. Perfect thing for summer!

Sydney - great that your Mum's here and congrats on 20 weeks wonderful milestone! I get a lot of heavy sensations in my lower abdo as well - think its things stretching and bubs repositioning.

Sandramm - thanks, I found some dri-bots reviews online and the consensus seems to be fine for the day but prob need better (more absorbent) ones at night. Its funny, it didnt even cross my mind that there would be nappy reviews online!

Hey, those target bassinette mattress protectors, are they waterproof ones or not? Some of the ones Ive seen in baby shops are, but they are $25 each...

You'll have to let us know how your baby shower invites turn out. What program did you use to design them? Im pretty hopeless at that sort of stuff...

Sharlsum - congrats on the half-way milestone and good luck for the big move!

Bourbon - Aww, your hubbie is v sweet making those house calls. Im sure you'll miss him while hes away. But its good that you'll have your baby shower in that time as distraction, and great your friend is organising the shower for you! Heaps easier that way... Hmm, interesting about the MW and the contamination of the urine tests...

Kim - Happy Birthday!! Wow, your time away sounds action packed and a lot of fun. How was the foot spa?
Ive heard 28 weeks for 3rd tri, but I also have a preg calculator that uses 24 weeks, which is a lot earlier than most. Funny that there's no standard definition...
Yikes on the skin tag. My gut feeling would be to let it be if its not uncomfortable, as hopefully it will be recede after giving birth. The thread idea could work too though I guess, if its not too painful...

GL for the obs appt and GCT.

How cute on the MCNs. I may have asked you before, but my memory is a sieve - are you getting lots of brands to try or just one, and are you using them from day 1 or after a certain time? Any tips from your research? I so need to research this stuff, as otherwise Im sure we will end up staying with dispos forever...whereas I really would like to give the MCNs a go once we get past the newborn stage.

TNT - that ear condition sounds awful, hope you feel better soon!

Ange - I was going to get a cot mattress made from a natural bedding shop, but am still deciding as it is pretty expensive at $250. Im also worried it may be heavy due to the combination of materials - but it is thick which is good, as the upper mattress position setting is broken on our cot, so I need a thick mattress to compensate (so as not to have too far to lift bubs). I tend to buy my stuff from all over, whereever I see it or where they have a good deal on. No loyalty at all!

Lychee - go the nesting! Im getting spurts of it too. Those stickers sound too cute! Id love to do something similar but need to research a bit more as we are renting and cant afford to damage the paint...
Interesting what your dad said about sun on the bump - reckon Ill try that too!

And thanks, yep Ill try praying to St Andrew for my phone bacl, must be worth a go...

B1B2 - hope DH can cut back a bit on the hours once bubses arrive. Glad you had fun at the pool with DD! Thanks for the ALDI nappy recommendation - will get some...

Simone - great avatar pic! Funny to see you all rugged up while we are sweltering here...
LOL on the photos in that link, and the woman's comments - yup some of them were pretty out there...
Thank god scooter has shifted and given his poor mum's cervix a break!
Yes I managed to finally order the bassinette thanks, should be able to pick it up next week...

:wave: to everyone Ive missed.

AFM - got a dentist appt this arvo and not looking fwd to it as its been way too long since my last, and I figure this is a good time to get a check up cos I am having some bleeding gums despite flossing every day. Just hoping there isnt any major work needed and major $$$$.

Bubs kicks have become a lot less distinct in the last day or two, I think hes moved positions but I cant work out what exactly is where!

Will hopefully be ordering our bed for bubs room in the next few days - it will be a spare bed and somewhere for one of us to crash when arent getting much sleep when bubs is in our room. And when hes in his cot it means we can sleep in there too if he has a bad night. And then eventually it will be bubs' bed when he is older. But right now, I wanna sleep on it myself or send DH in there - he is really into the tennis atm and after a late game he wakes me up :banghead:. But then to be fair I have my share of nights when I toss & turn and keep him up too.

Anyway, it is weird to be working on sorting out 3 different bedding options simultaneously atm - bassinette, cot, and big bed!

Have a great day everyone!

TNTbub

24-01-2011, 09:57

anemone - I will try to get to Myers in the CBD when my dizziness calms down by lots. Thank you for the heads up.

SimoneK - hahahaa Im not usually a D either. lol. Usually a C cup and now Im a DD and according to DVD's I have watched I can expect more when my milk comes in. :eek: I wonder how much bigger??

Lychee - I just went to BrasNthings in Miranda I found one sports bra for night-time wear the older lady is more helpful than the young one. And by the way I just remembered would you like to meet up in the shire somewhere? I forgot after Xmas/New Years to organise a meet up.

Sydney - heaviness is normal I get that from time to time. Last night bubs went on a growth spurt everytime I got up from the lounge my bump felt heavy. My fundus is just above my belly button, what about yours. I know we are roughly at the same gestation give or take a few days.

Hayls70 - My dizziness was diagnosed in Feb 2004 I have had it ever since. Just the level varies from day to day or hour to hour sometimes. I was working thursday morning shift on very little sleep from the previous night. I got home and lay down on the lounge. Next time I got up I was extremely dizzy DH had to help me. Thank god its settled down somewhat.

sandramm1- what is debras??? Where are they?? I have no idea that company exists.

AFM - I have seen a couple of posts on TTC #2 I myself are half way to having #1 and have already thought that I would Breast Feed for 6 months wean the bubs and go again for IVF to TTC #2 Im 37 turning 38 in sept I dont have time on my side. Im so glad to read that other people are doing or considering this too.

Had midwife appointment with sutherland hospital today everything coming along fine. Like this midwife much better than at St George. So definitely transfering!! They have me booked for a private room due to my vestibular neuronitis, I was shocked but very glad they took that into consideration.

And there you go ladies my first attempt in a long while to do personals. tah dah. lol. :hyper:

sandramm1

24-01-2011, 10:11

anemone- I will have to try and work out how to upload a picture of them. They are in the shape of an umbrella- printed on scrapbooking type paper, with the handle for the umbrella and a ribbon tied into a knot on the handle. Lots of cutting, but only had to make 20 so wasnt too bad, plus I like crafty things.
I'm pretty sure they were water proof matress protectors- will double check when I get home.
I also bought a water proof mattress protector for our bed- I have this fear my waters will break in bed and we will have to buy a new mattress- you can tell I have never seen someones waters break or experienced it myself.
It sounds like you have a Goldie Locks situation with all those different size beds going on. Lol
What will be inside the natural mattress you are thinking of getting? The price doesnt sound too bad to me- especially if you can reuse for another baby or if your cot converts to a bed- then bubs can use the cot mattress too.

TNTbub- http://www.debras.com.au/index.asp
They are in Wentworthville (near parramatta) or in Penrith. I ahve only been to the store in Wentworthville, but last time I was there there was a woman in there from Katoomba and one from Bondi as they travel to buy bras as they have such a huge range of sizes and styles. Maybe check website first before travelling- would hate to rave about them to have you hate it. :(

AFM: I woke up so hot on saturday night that I ended up hopping in the shower to cool down and then gettign back into bed in the nude. First time I have ever woken that hot. Didnt want to sleep with the aircon on- think I may need a fan.

bourbon11646

24-01-2011, 10:43

Omg I'm walking around Joondalup shops in such a daze I'm so tired! Trying to find things to fill my little favour boxes for my baby shower..
Just saw my reflection in a shop window eek what a fright lol!
And I thought I slept well last night!

anemone

24-01-2011, 11:03

Hey Sandra - the invites sound really cute!

LOL on the goldilocks thing, you're spot on there!

You're right, the mattress price is actually not too bad considering. We prob wont be having a bubs #2 but you never know.
The material is a coir (coconut fibre) interior, surrounded by some kind of wool. http://www.naturalbedding.com.au/programs/share/index.asp?P=59&ICID=135&FRF=n&

Hmm, I have just seen on that site that they do bassinette mattresses as well now - Im sure they didnt before. Lucky I looked!

The other option for the cot is maybe just a normal cot mattress that comes with a latex overlay - I saw some in a baby shop and thought they could be good. Im keen to go the natural option as both DH and I have had allergy issues.

Im the same as you with the heat at the moment, but Im finding a cold sponge-down with a washer helps. A fan might be my next move though, although I know DH will grumble about the noise. Id rather avoid air-con too.

Bourbon - you're so funny, Im sure you look great! But yes, shop windows can definitely make us realise how pg we look, esp if you're like me and dont have a full length mirror at home.

Hayls70

24-01-2011, 11:48

morning ladies.

bourbon- nothing can keep you away from those shops :laughing:!! I'm sure you look gorgeous anyway! My friends tell me I'm glowing and I feel like saying pigs a**!! Maybe sometimes when I go out and put a ton of makeup on..my make up glows!! At home, no glow!

TNT- that dizziness sounds awful! I get motion sickness and find that terrible enough without it happening at any time xx Luvly that you have your own room booked and your appointment went well today!

sandramm- I often get up through the night (on my pee trips) and jump under the shower- just wet my legs and arms,.then hop into bed in my undies!..and I have a ceiling fan! I also bought one of those squirty bottles and squirt my legs in bed!!...you should try it!!

kim- You made me laugh moving bubs around and getting booted!!Bubs obviously wasnt too happy about that!! I found a little skin tag in my left armpit agghh!!! I hope they go away after birth? otherwise..where's a piece of string!!

anemone- good idea on the spare bed! I can see your DH sleeping there alot lol!!

lychee- thanks for the info on the city elite prams! It was the only downfall I could see..not being able to reverse the handle so you could look at your bubs..so I'll see how it goes and maybe look at the valco soft bassinet.

hi to everyone.:wave:

afm- have my OB appointment today,check on bubs..which is good as she's been a little quiet last couple days and although I'm still feeling her it'll be nice to sneak a scan in!
Everyone who's talking about wearing mat bras to bed..is this for comfort or are we supposed to do this at some stage?
With most of us discussing baby#2, wouldn't it be fantastic if we could all go through it together again!!

sandramm1

24-01-2011, 12:08

Hayls- oh the spray water bottle sounds like a good idea- especially if I refridgerate it. I also read about putting wet fasce washer in a plastic bag and in the freezer is good for teething bubs to chew on- I am thinking it will be good to wipe me down with when hot!!

Have tried to attach baby shower invite- the white lines are just names and phone numbers edited out plus the date (my paranoid mother insisted). Even though I am sure I will mention it on her anyway :rolleyes:

sandramm1

24-01-2011, 12:11

hope you guys can see it- I cant!!! lol

bourbon11646

24-01-2011, 13:21

Sandra - oh your baby shower invites are gorgeous!! Great job :yes: Its funny how according to others we should be treating each other like pyscho stalkers lol.. my dh was the same when i talked about adding some people on FB!

Hayls - glowing my ar*e lol! We always hear about how pregnant women glow, well id like to know where my glow is!! Like you said without makeup its truly a scary sight haha!
Ive made a bad reputation for myself on here as being a shopaholic havent i!! And im not like that at all i swear, most days i sit at home doing housework and looking at four walls :laughing:
Stuff wearing a bra to bed, i find them uncomfortable at the best of times!

Anemone - It wasnt the pregnancy in the shop window that frightened me it was my face :laughing: I have pigmentation on my cheeks and you can see it even with makeup on a bit and i even got asked once if i had a bruise under my eye!! I try to avoid using the air con also and use the pedastal fan as much as possible. Ive definately found i get hotter during pregnancy, i now sleep with no sheet or blanket whereas before i would have been under a doona on a hot day!

Tnt - Im glad your midwife appt went well, some are much better than others. I will have to look up what vestibular neuronitis is..

KinM - Its funny you thought there might be more than one bub in there from all the bumps and flutters because at one stage i thought the same and googled the possibility of a second baby being missed on the u/s!! Apparently not very common though later in pregnancy so it seems we have octopus babies growing :laughing:
Goodluck with your GTT..

Lychee - ikea has some good buys and definately cheaper. DH and i looked for chest of drawers but didnt find the colour we wanted to match all the other stuff. My neighbours are all very good they all worry about me, how sweet! I remember once ages ago when i heard noises outside, i messaged the guy across the road to see if he could see anyone in my garden and he told me to stay put and out he came with his torch and looked everywhere for me in case of intruders!
Im going to look up that BJ city elite (valco) bassinet.. how much was it just for that? I have the same pram so hmmm...

Skin Tag people - Quote from baby book:
"Skin tags are little extra bits of skin that often develop in places where there is some friction, such as the bra line or under your arms. They are caused by small areas of skin getting overactive. Sometimes they disappear a few months after birth, sometimes youve got them forever (but dermatologists can remove them). They are common and totally normal in pregnancy."
Increased pigmentation, stretch marks, moles, veins, rashes, spots etc are also more obvious.

Hmm and we are supposed to 'glow??'

AFM: Ok guys im not a shopaholic (lol hayley stop rolling your eyes), yes i was at the shops again this morning but i had to get some things to fill my little favour boxes for my baby shower so there :laughing:
Not an easy job as i cant have anything sticky or that will melt. And talk about expensive - some foil wrapped chocolates would have cost me $100 for a small pile or 0.60c per chocolate in another shop! I ended up just getting 2 kilos of sugared almonds which ill put in the boxes. If people dont like them tough!
I had stuff to say on here and now ive forgotten... o'well im going to go eat something instead then, cya :wave:

bourbon11646

24-01-2011, 13:49

Big W have a sale baby - toddler in 9 days - IM NOT GOING!!! :p

bourbon11646

24-01-2011, 18:43

Where did my mothers group post go..

Here is a picture of my baby shower favours - little 'popcorn' boxes with a preg lady and the caption "About To Pop" on it. You can fill them with whatever you like, so cute :)

B1B2

24-01-2011, 21:35

Hey girls,
Last day of work for me tomorrow, very happy to have made it to 28 weeks at work with twins, feels weird to leave so early as I worked till 37 with DD, but with the pelvic pain and incredible fatigue I realise I need to be resting more. Tonight I was teaching pilates (will continue to do that for a while longer) and my muscles wouldn't work, again weird!:rolleyes:

Sorry no personals tonight but just to answer a few qu's people have raised :
1: Re Aldi nappies - I didn't use the newborn size cos didn't know about them then, but used them from the next size up and found them to be really good. In many cases with nappies it's good to buy a few different brands and see which ones suit your bub best as all have slightly different fits, some people find one brand leak while another person may find them great.

2. Re Wearing bras to bed - believe me you will know when you need to..... you will smile at this question when this becomes a necessity!! Basically it's because once your milk comes in, (.)(.)'s leak & you need to wear breast pads to bed which you can't do without a bra (by the way I found Pigeon ultraslim by far the best & best place to buy is chemist warehouse). I hated wearing a bra to bed, but the reality was I had to wear one for about 8 months, it's best to get a coupleof really soft simple mat bras for bed, but believe me there's nothing worse than waking up with milk all over the sheets.... ah the joys!!!

3. Re skin tags..... I did have them and then after DD born they disappeared, yay, and now with this pregnancy I have exactly the same ones again, so maybe they just shrink, no need for string though!!;)

Thanks for the heads up on the Big W sale Bourbon!

Night night :sleeping:

sandramm1

25-01-2011, 07:35

Bourbon- thanks- I am happy with the invites. Shame I cant see the pic I put up. Or the pic you put up either- dont know whats going on- some photos I can see and then others I cant???
I havent worn a bra to bed for most of the pregnancy- only in the early stages when they were really sore. I havent had any leakage so far.
Oh by the way I love sugared almonds. I will definitely check out the Big W sale- not that I need anything else but what the heck!!!

B1B2- Enjoy your last day of work tomorrow- I am very jealous.

AFM: well I think a good nights sleep is a thing of the past for me. I woke up again last night sweaty and very thirsty. Used a cold flannel to wipe myself down and stripped down, however after another hour of tossing and turning I ended up turning the air-con on. Only left it on for about an hour as it wasnt improving my sleep. This morning I have a very sore right hip.
Thank goodness for Australia Day tomorrow- hoping I can catch some ZZZ's.

LillyPonds

25-01-2011, 10:21

Hi Ladies

Well the move is complete. Just heaps of unpacking to do. But we'll take our time with that. All the important stuff is out so I'm not too worried about the other stuff. All though I hate having the house a mess and I'm itching to get it all put away. Maybe the "nesting" has kicked in??? LOL Any way the house was left in suck a state of filth we had to clean the ruddy thing before we could do anything. Not happy Jan. The real estate will be getting a 5 page A4 print out of extra conditions for their condition report.

The walls were not cleaned they had dirty hand prints all over them. The floors were not vaccumed and the dirt and crap had collected in the corners. Dishwasher door was filthy with dried on food and crap. The list goes on and on. And we still have our old place to finish cleaning as well. The place was only vacant for 4 days mind you. Any way can't wait to sart setting up the nursery.

I love the invites and party favours ideas. I'm going with a nappy for the invites. I found a template on line and you just cut and fold into the nappy shape. Very cute. I'm going to jazz it up a little with some lace around the leg bits and a big safety pin so it looks like the pin is holding the nappy closed. LOL. When I finalise the final invite I will post a pic.

RE the bra to bed. I've gotten some maternity crop top type bras to wear to bed. They are much more comfortable in bed rather than a normal "bra" that has fasteners etc... I got mine from Target I think. And they weren't expensive allthough I did get mine on sale. I agree with B1B2 with the pigeon pads. They are much thiner and bigger than the others so I think they are more discreet and not noticable throught your top. I found the Johnson & Johnson pads small and bulky and would show through your top. I had 2 circles on my (.Y.) showing through my top. And I started wearing them once my milk came in.

Bourbon11646 - I "may" go and check out Big W. I'm itching to buy some baby clothes. As yet we've only bought 2 outfits lol. Are you sure your not tempted :laughing:??? I'll look at the bonds singlets and wonder suits mostly. I loved the wonder suits. My kids lived in them for the first few weeks.

I can't go back and see who else posted but someone was talking about the Winnie the Pooh cot set on Ebay (God I LOVE Ebay). I really like that set as well and have been eyeing it off lol. I want the whole set with lamp and mobile etc.... But DH wants to get a more unisex one so we are eyeing off the Winnie the Pooh Fuzzy collection on ebay. We had a look at it at pram wearhouse and it was so soft and fuzzy.

I really love the Living Textiles Rocking Horse in Lavender but so far I haven't been able to find it in a set and DH wants to stick with Winnie the Pooh as the nursery theme.

Sandramm1 - I too am looking forward to having tomorrow off. I'm exhausted. I hardly did anything in the move and I'm feeling it.

B1B2 - I can't wait til I finish up. Still a couple of months yet. But I know they will go by so quickly.

everythingcrossed

25-01-2011, 12:34

I can't go back and see who else posted but someone was talking about the Winnie the Pooh cot set on Ebay (God I LOVE Ebay). I really like that set as well and have been eyeing it off lol. I want the whole set with lamp and mobile etc.... But DH wants to get a more unisex one so we are eyeing off the Winnie the Pooh Fuzzy collection on ebay. We had a look at it at pram wearhouse and it was so soft and fuzzy.

Just a quick one from me, Zult, our nursery is Winnie the Pooh theme, with the Soft & Fuzzy coordinates from Kidsline - it is adorable, and yes I have the mobile, lamp, nappy stacker, and clothes hamper as well. I will try and upload a picture when I get home for you

And Bourbon, OMG why did you have to tell me about the Big W sale, I will soooo have to go now LOL
EC
xx

bourbon11646

25-01-2011, 12:59

The Big W sale was on this bubhub - one of the adds to the right - taunting & teasing me lol!

TNTbub

25-01-2011, 13:01

Hi all quickie,

I found a crop top bra that I wear to bed its very comfortable. So I will go back and get more. Yes no annoying tags or clasps at the back to dig in. And thanks for the tip about the breast pads. Thank you.

Im not going to the BigW sale unless getting a body pillow or maternity pillow is an option.

I think bourbon is doing enough sales shopping for all of us. lol :laughing: :wave:
TNTbub.

Hayls70

25-01-2011, 14:14

B1B2- thanks for the advice re the maternity bras...I didn't even think about the "leaking"!!! and hopefully the lovely skin tag will disappear all by itself!

bourbon- miss shopaholic!!:yes:..don't worry, I would be one too if I wasn't so dam tired these days..get too lazy to go to the shops its a big effort that I have to psyche myself up for!!..then I get there and first thing..look for the toilets!!
I love your baby shower boxes, you've gone to alot of effort!

TNT- the crop bra top sounds like a great idea.I will definately be getting some of those too!

zult- that sounds disgusting that you have to do all that cleaning in your new place..the real estate should have made sure it was all done before you moved in!! What a nightmare!

sandramm- your baby shower invites are so cute!

hiya everyone,
sorry not too many personals today..went for my walk this morning and passed out on the couch when I got home...sooo tired!!
On a good note, saw bubs on scan yesterday and all going well so happy about that!

LillyPonds

25-01-2011, 15:00

Just a quick one from me, Zult, our nursery is Winnie the Pooh theme, with the Soft & Fuzzy coordinates from Kidsline - it is adorable, and yes I have the mobile, lamp, nappy stacker, and clothes hamper as well. I will try and upload a picture when I get home for you

And Bourbon, OMG why did you have to tell me about the Big W sale, I will soooo have to go now LOL
EC
xx

Oh that would be great.

ange81

25-01-2011, 17:26

had my ob appointment today for 30 weeks, (at 30.4 today), all looking really well! Bubs was actually really quiet today, unlike all the previous times.. must have been resting! measuring a couple of days ahead so all good there!! she was looking so cute! got to go get another test at imvs for iron, im back to one tablet for iron a day now, (was having to take 2 a day for the past fortnight!).

hayls - im noticing bubs moves more late arvo and just when im about to go to bed and in bed! not feeling so much mornings and early arvos. havnt felt much today yet!

for the first time today i had a sharp pain in my pelvic area.. luckily i was at home and i just went down to the bedroom and layed on the bed curled up till it was gone, (bout 5-10 mins), told my ob. said its usual. body preparing itself for labour! hope i dont experience that when im out somewhere it was terrible!
she told me to relax more, dont do so much! I dont anyhow! im not working at all anymore, havnt been for 2 months+ now, and just doing the usual housework, shopping etc, and trying to rest as much as possible!

my mum told me yesterday about the sales at baby target so of course after my ob app today i went up there!! gorgeous nappy bags for bubs going out for just $11!! when mum had told me about this i thought the quality must be crappy for that price but they are really nice! they have a change mat and the bag is big enough to fit everything in! got a gorgeous gold colour one! i was almost going to get one from the target sales the other day, but never did!
a ton of little outfits as well at more then 60% off retail price! picked up a few more mainly in size 0 though, have heaps of smaller sizes.

i dont know whether its just me and my comp but i cant see any of the pics u girls have put up of ur invites etc..

regardings bras to bed. I stopped along time ago. way to uncomfortable. during the day though sometimes i am still wearing my underwire bra just for support, and depending on what tops i wear. as i am fairly big on top i feel no support with the maternity bra's, still try to wear them when i can, have two of them and i just got mine from target when they had a 25% or 30% off sale.

anyone getting stretchmarks yet? i have none on my stomache but have noticed some on my legs in different stops, its either stretchmarks or ive come out with a couple of varicose veins. im thinking they are stretchmarks though!

i keep wondering who is going to be the first to have there bub from here..
i do wonder if anyone will come quite early.. i'd be happy for bubs to be a couple of weeks early, i really hope im not overdue! being an ivf pregnancy do u think they'd induce us around due date.. i def do not want to wait an extra 7-10 days! at my app today they gave me my app dates right thru till the end! doesnt seem to be too long to go now!! getting excited!! saw a few newborn bubs in the waiting room today.. so cute! the mums are all bringing them in in capsules. I am thinking i prob should buy/hire one now for the first couple months atleast before putting bub in the meridian safe n sound car seat i want to get! will be easier for app's early on..

whens that big w sale start?? i reckon i will have to go check it out! still a lot of bits and pieces i need! :)

http://www.bubhub.com.au/tickers/image.php?image=NzJgYDczYGAyNWBgMDZgYDIwMTBgYDAxYG BgYHByZWduYW5jeWBgMDFgYDA0YGAyMDEx=.png (http://www.bubhub.com.au)

bourbon11646

25-01-2011, 19:01

ATTENTION: PERTH GIRLS

I have started a new thread called "Perth New Mums 2010 - 2011" under the section of Bubhub get togethers (i hope ive done it right!).
This thread does not replace any others it is just for us perth girls to form a group so that we can organize monthly catch ups together.
It is for ladies who have new babies born or due either in 2010 or 2011 that way they will be close in age.
If you are interested please have a look and join the thread :yes:
I personally would love to meet the women who i have shared so much with and who have been such a huge support not only in TTC but during our pregnancies.
Id love to continue it once our babies are born and share that even more special time in our lives.

Bourbon xx

B1B2

25-01-2011, 20:14

Hey Ladies,
well feeling absolutely exhausted tonight, but have finished my last day at work.....yay!!! I've been putting in huge effort to get everything done and it's as if my body has collapsed tonight after finally finishing the marathon! I was absolutely blown away by the generosity of my colleagues today, they had a special lunch for me, and then presented me with not one but 2 big baskets of baby goodies.... clothes, wraps, bibs, books, towels, nappy stacker, toys, baby bath, singlets, rattles and even a cute book for DD, I feel totally spoilt and very lucky.
DD has Australia Day dress up today, very cute in her koala t shirt and auzzie flag bandana!! She was sooooo tired tonight though and has done the opposite to everything I asked tonight, just one of "those nights" I guess!

Ange81 - glad your obs appt went well, and your little one is growing nicely, not long to go now. Sounds like you did some good shopping too, exciting!

Hayls - I am so tired after going for a walk too, we have a great dane who needs daily walking, but I almost feel like a rest after walking her these days! at least she's good motivation to keep active though...!

Zultbear - well done on the move, such a massive job. Exciting to set up the nursery soon though..... I'm trying to slowly clear out the spare room, but the weeks are ticking by!

Sandramm - hope you get a better sleep tonight:sleeping: I am sleeping terribly too, get really sore down my sides, and sleep totally propped up as get short of breath down flat from the pressure of these twins, can't wait to sleep on my tummy again!

Bourbon - good idea setting up the Perth thread, hope you get lots of respondents.:)

Having my Glucose test in the morning, good excuse for a quiet hour reading!
Happy Australia Day everyone:australia-flag-06:

bourbon11646

26-01-2011, 03:04

My eyes are BURNING but i cant sleep so need to sit up for a while! I think Raindrop is punishing me for something (i dont know what!) as its been using my bladder as a punching bag all yesterday and now i felt pain in the middle of my tummy, put my hand there and felt a lump like a foot so i poked it back :laughing:

B1B2 - Woohoo for the last day of work you must be sooo happy :hyper: and it sounds as though you got very spoiled by them which is really nice! Goodluck for your GTT today.

Ange - Thats great about your 30wk appt going well. I havent felt quite as much movement lately either. Bubbs must have worn itself out with all the growing lately! Ouch to that pain and what a premonition of things to come eek! I also got told to rest more but any more resting and ill turn into a couch! I havent got any stretch marks yet, been moisturizing my tummy religiously twice a day to hopefully help a little bit. I also wonder who will be the first to pop on here :smiliedance:

Zult - Oh no thats so unfair that you have to clean the house, it should have been done for you already grrr, id be soooo angry! The last thing you need while pregnant! No im not tempted by the big w sale as i pretty much have everything i need now.. although... just kidding hehe

Hayls - lol the toilets are the first thing i look for too even if ive only just been when i left home! Yay for seeing bubbs on the u/s and all is well. I hear ya on the tiredness - sometimes i could just pass out for hrs, doesnt help when im awake during the night - like now.

Tnt - Are you teasing me? Im really not a shopaholic :laughing: I must take after my mum though because she never buys herself anything only her kids and im already like that!! I agree a crop top would be much more comfy in bed than a bra.

Everythingcrossed - oh a winnie the poo nursery how cute! I really should think of a theme. I cant do a nursery though until we move in May and i dont know if im having a g or b so might wait for now.

Sandra - I have like a kilo too many sugared almonds hahaha ... oops misjudged that one :laughing: I havent worn a bra to bed either, cant think of anything worse at this stage but im sure ill have to at some point. Are you overheating at night to wake up thirsty and sweaty?
I hope you get some good zzz's in on Aus Day :yes:

AFM: Woke up with a foot sticking into my stomach and a head banging on my bladder - thats nasty raindrop what did i do to you :laughing: So i need to sit up for a while so came on here. My furbaby looked at me with sleepy eyes as if to say "are you crazy woman? Im going back to bed" and off she went... lol
I printed out some nursery rhymes yesterday to start talking to Raindrop since my books say how much they love to hear our voice at this stage.
Baby shower next weekend woohoo! Although im a bit angry coz so many people have said they cant come for whatever reason grr i hate that. As long as i have a little group so i dont look like a no-mate :laughing:
Been talking to DH twice a day while hes in Brizzy studying. He has 2 weeks there, then 2 in Melb then maybe 2 in Townsville also :crying:
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PS: Perth girls here is the link to my new thread - come join us! Or ill hunt you down... hehehttp://www.bubhub.com.au/community/forums/showthread.php?t=389012
PS: Hayls and I are meeting each other for a drink soon if anyone else is interested in joining us..

bourbon11646

26-01-2011, 03:20

That link again without the hehe in front is:

http://www.bubhub.com.au/community/forums/showthread.php?t=389012

SimoneK

26-01-2011, 12:10

Good morning from freezing Hanoi!

Ange - yes, who will be first? I think we should start putting on bets. Who is first on the roll call? I'm gonna have to go back and find it!

B1B2 - Congratulations on your last day at work! I can't wait. I really don't feel like I'm a very productive teacher at the moment because I'm so obsessed with Scooter I can't really think about anything else - especially not other people's kids. :laughing:

Bourbon - It was your face that freaked you out in the reflection? I don't have too much pigmentation but I do have a weird purple spot right on the bridge of my nose that concealer just won't cover. WTF? Also my face has gotten reeeaaally chubby. It looks like my head is pregnant! Oh, and when you said you weren't a shopaholic? I laughed so much I nearly fell off my chair! :D

Lychee - I can only make out Scooters parts because I had a scan and saw where the head was, then had a feel, so now I recognise it. I've felt him shift slightly since, and have kept track of his noggin. It's like a brick. Takes after his dad. And now I know that the head is down, I'm guessing that the flutters under my ribs must be the feet. But it's hard to know for sure. I am starting to understand the origin of the phrase 'belly full of arms and legs'...

Kim - I might be with you on the trying again after 6 months thing, but not sure if DH agrees. He has recently begun quoting articles about how only children are actually a lot more well adjusted than people first believed. Do you think he's trying to tell me something?

Anemone - My DH has the tennis addiction too!

TNT - Glad you like your new midwife and good idea about the crop top.

Sandra – I can see your invites – they are too cute!

Hayls - That's great your scan went well. You are getting so close now. Can't wait til my 30 week scan on the 7th Feb. I keep expecting someone to say 'oh my god, that's the biggest baby I've ever seen, he's measuring 50 weeks already' and then I'm quite shocked to find Scooters bang on average for dates. Everyone keeps looking at my belly and insisting I'm having twins. Which is a bit unkind...

Zult - Don't real estate agents take money out of the previous tenants bond to pay cleaners if they've left a mess? I've been in your situation and I suspect they take the money out of the bond, then pocket it and leave you to clean the house.

Hi to Helstar and Everythingcrossed and everyone else!

AFM – I think Scooter had another growth spurt because my belly grew significantly over night. Yesterday people at school were commenting that I looked bigger than the day before. It seems like once a week I’ll get a really restless evening. Feel fidgety and wrong and can’t get comfortable watching tv or reading and then can’t sleep and have to get up and walk around. And the next day – bam – my belly is noticeably bigger. I have also noticed that I am on a 3 hour timetable. Need to eat every three hours. Sleep for three hours at a time. Isn’t this what newborns do? I wake up in the night completely ravenous and have to have a piece of cheese on toast.

Has anyone else noticed their baby react after sugar? I’m not much into sugar, usually, but DH has this really nice Lindt with Hazelnut chocolate and if I have a piece, without fail, a minute later Scooter will start thrashing about like a punk pogo dancing. I got a bit worried before I put 2 and 2 together – thought he was having some sort of epileptic fit. I agree with whoever made the comment about octopus baby. I am feeling movements all over my belly. What’s weird is getting a tickle under the ribs on my far left and far right hand side, both at the same time. Is he spread-eagled in there? Star jumps? I can’t work it out.

LulusMum

26-01-2011, 12:48

Hi all, sorry i have been MIA but we moved then went on holidays and have been madly trying to unpack/get settled before DH goes back to work. I see heaps of you are doing a pooh bear theme - sure is popular as we have done our nursery in the soft and fuzzy range too - as a matter of fact, i have washed all the linen today and will make up the cots later this week, bit early especially considering they will be in bassinets to start with but i am dying to see it all done up (and looking neat) as im sure once they come home it will look like a bomb site. We also picked up out pram, car seats and swings, just wanted to get past 24 weeks and im now 27 and still ticking away. Getting excited as we have our 28 week growth scan tmrw and have chosen to do the 4d package as well so will get to see faces, not just profiles. I had the same done for Max and it was amazing, hope they dont show us 'bits' though as we still dont know what they are (although at this stage i would put money on them both being girls!). Hope you are all well enjoying aussie day, we chose to stay home and get some jobs done although all i seem to have done today is play in maxs sandpit:rolleyes::wave:

sandramm1

26-01-2011, 15:37

zultbear- take it easy with all the unpacking- very annoying that the place wasnt clean and ready to be moved in to.
We too are having a Winnie the Pooh theme in our nursery.
Love the sound of your invites too.

Hayls- thanks for the nice comments about the invite. Glad to hear bubs was doing well on your last scan.

b1b2- your colleagues sound lovely and they certainly spolied you. Yay for being off work and hopefuly being able to take things easier. Good luck with your GD test today!!!

ange- glad to hear your OB appointment went well.
I have some stretchmarks on my tummy and hips but they dont worry me as I'm not a bikini girl anyway.
sounds like you got some good bargains at target sale.
That pain you had sound horrible- heres hoping they dont strike again until labour.

Bourbon- nice idea about your thread for Perth girls.
I must be getting really hot to wake up so sweaty and thirsty- I am drinking enough during the day and only sleep in a short nightie and undies. I am usually the opposite and will sleep with a sheet on on the warmest of nights- so its definitely bubs making me hot!!
Do you like sugared almonds- what will you do with your extra kilo?

Simone- my bubs reacts after almost all meals but especially something sugary- even just fruit!!! All that energy I guess. Also really cold foods cause a commotion in there and they do say that if you havent felt bubs move for awhile to have something sweet and or cold to see if that makes them stir.

Lulusmum- how exciting seeing them on a 4d scan- hope you get lots of good shots. So your money is on girls. Will you find out before the birth or it will be a surprise.

AFM: A quiet day at home- hired some movies and sitting in the aircon- perfect. Plus got to have a sleep in today which was nice.
OB appointment on Monday was all good and everything looks good at this stage.

sandramm1

26-01-2011, 15:43

bebedream

26-01-2011, 20:35

KimInMellie

26-01-2011, 20:39

Happy Australia Day ladies! :australia-flag-06:

Bourbon & Sandra, great shower invitations! So very crafty. I'm really bad at that stuff.

Anemone, I've gotten 3 different brands of MCNs: Baby Beehinds, BumGenius, and Itti Bitti. In the Itti Bittis I've gotten 2 different styles, the bitti tuttos and the bitti d'lish. The Bumgenius are pocket all-in-2s, and the BBH & IB are snap-in-2s. Itti Bittis get really good reviews on BH and other sites and I like the look of them. The BBH absorbent inserts seem a little fiddly (lots of folding to get them in right) but otherwise fine. I love the look of the BG, too, but they're an American brand and a bit pricey here in Australia. I think the best thing to do is to narrow it down to 3 or 4 brands and buy a couple in each, so you can try them out yourself before you invest a lot of money. I hope your dentist appointment went okay. Bleeding gums are apparently not uncommon in pregnancy; I've had that a bit too (though not every day). Co-Q10 & Vit C can help and are good for baby's development, too.

TNT, that's really nice that you've been booked into a private room -- very considerate. :yes: The vestibular neuronitis sounds pretty awful, but it's good you got some benefit out of it for once!

Sandra, I've been thinking about a mattress protector for our bed as well. Not for my waters breaking (I hadn't even thought of that!) but for if bub is in our bed and has a leak. Those are some serious hot flashes you're having! I've definitely been on the warm side lately but nothing like that. I guess it's been a good thing we're having a very mild summer in Melbourne -- I don't think my early fantasies of maxi-dresses keeping me cool enough were very realistic. :p

My friends tell me I'm glowing and I feel like saying pigs a**!! Maybe sometimes when I go out and put a ton of makeup on..my make up glows!! At home, no glow! You took the words right out of my mouth, Hayls! Must be nice to have seen bub on your scan -- my OB doesn't do them as a regular thing so I haven't seen Bump since 19w5d. :(

Bourbon, thanks for the info on skin tags ... but they 'develop in places where there is some friction'? Hmmmm ... There must be areas of me rubbing together that didn't before ... Oh, and as for not being a shopaholic -- you know, the first step is just admitting you have a problem! ;) Just kidding -- you know how to find the best deals!

B1B2, thanks for explaining the need for bras in bed. Now I get it. Congrats on your last day of work!

Zult, that sucks about your new place being so filthy. I don't understand how some people can be so inconsiderate.

Hi EC :wave:

Ange, that pelvic pain must have been a bit concerning for you. I've had twinges & my braxton-hicks have been getting more uncomfortable, but luckily no sharp pains. I had my Ob appt on Monday and got all my appts through 40 weeks, too! Makes everything feel so much closer. There were about 3 bubs in the hospital bassinets waiting with their parents to go home. So very sweet. :)

Simone, I'm not so worried about a single child not being well-adjusted -- it's me as a parent I'd be concerned for! lol My stepson (10yo) is a sweetheart, but he is constantly after me or DH to be his playmate. One benefit to having more than one is that they can play with each other and give Mummy a tiny bit of down time. Of course, they can also fight like the dickens and give Mummy no end of grief (in which case I'll be getting my just desserts for having been such a mean big sister sometimes). :D And on the growth spurt -- yup, that happened to me yesterday. All of a sudden my fundus appears to have risen about 3cm and I'm feeling kicks mid-ribcage. I was soooo uncomfortable yesterday. My ribs felt like someone was inflating a balloon inside them; I was really feeling the stretching. And I swear I could feel my hips spreading as I took the dogs for a walk. Oh, and I've definitely noticed bub moving about more after a caffeine hit. :)

LulusMum, I'll have to live vicariously through your 4D scan as we're not having one. Post stills if you can!

AFM, I've mentioned most of what I wanted to in my comments to you all. I had my GCT yesterday (yes, it was the GCT, not the GTT -- I was corrected on that at the path lab). I didn't hear anything back from my OB on Tuesday, so I guess everything came out okay (he only calls if there's a problem). Also, I declined the group B strep swab I was asking about a while back, and OB was fine with that. :) As a matter of fact, he told me that he only does it routinely so early (28 weeks) in case of early labour; Strep B+ and early labour (before 33 weeks) poses the highest risk to baby. So if I go into early labour they'll just treat me as though I am positive and give me the antibiotics, and I'm okay with that. The other thing he told me is that if my file shows me to be strep+ at any time during my pregnancy, when my waters break (early or not) the protocol is to bring me in to hospital, hook me up to a n IV antibiotic, and induce, which starts the whole cascade of intervention that so often leads up to a C-section (his words, not mine). If my file shows me strep-neg or unknown, they'll 'allow' me to continue to labour naturally on my own, which I strongly prefer. He said that the risk of serious complications (excluding minor things like skin rash etc) of strep B infection in an infant is 1 in 7,000 (that's 1 in 7,000 babies who actually contract strep B from their mothers, not of all the babies who are exposed to it during delivery), which is a lower risk than lots of other problems. Anyway, given my concerns about the risks of exposing bub to strong anti-biotics perinatally, I'm happy to forgo the strep swab entirely, and it seems my OB is fine with it, too. After having had that conversation with him I'm much more comfortable that we're on the same page regarding my plans for labour and delivery. :)

So that's my little educational/soapbox session for the evening, I guess.

I really need to start checking in once a day -- these marathon posts take me forever to write! G'night all :sleeping:

ETA: just saw you've added yourself to the roll call, BeBe! Welcome and can't wait to hear more from you :)

bebedream

26-01-2011, 21:49

Hi ladies :cheerleader2:
Thank you for the warm welcome!

Yes, Mellie - I tried to upddate my details on the roll call and it posted the whole thing again - not sure I did it right... At least, I have been able to upload my avatar pic (still having problems with my ticker though).

Anyway, it's so great to have a day off for Australia Day and being able to relax and catch up on my emails (my whole family lives overseas) and on what's happening in here. During the week, I don't get home before 7 pm after work and I'm usually so knackered, I just feed the pets, have something to eat and collapse in front of the TV. Another 6 weeks of work to go!:eek:

Reading the posts it seems you are all so well organised! Apart from some clothing/towels for bubs, a few toys and a white colonial style wooden cradle with a cute mosquito net on top (a 2nd hand bargain), we've got nothing else! After 2 miscarriages I'm still very conscious of how 'it' can all be taken away very suddenly and my OB scared the hell out of us at the 21 week appointment (told us to avoid travelling by plane or leaving the Perth metropolitan area and even not to have s-x anymore :eek: due to my low lying placenta). So we were basically waiting to get past the 24 weeks milestone before getting really serious with our nursery preparations. I'll be 29 weeks tomorrow and at least our bubs will have something to sleep in if he decides to come early!!! DH still has a lot of work to do on the nursery (currently my study where I have my PC) and we can't even decide on the pram. Our top 4 are the Icandy Apple (love its versatility and the flavour packs), the Baby Jogger City Select (also love the versatility), the Stokke Explorer (so maneuverable and high - good for taller mums) and the Emmajunllga (the Mondial and the City Nitro models). The Emmajunlga seem like the most comfortable for baby (the pram/bassinet combo feels like a luxury bed on wheels) but it's a bit bulky and pricey! Basically, we can't seem to find the right pram with all the ideal features. Maybe we think too much about it...?

Anyway, this was a bit of an introduction about me. I'll try to write a longer post over the week-end.

Happy Australia Day everybody:cheerleader2:

Bebedream

sandramm1

27-01-2011, 07:34

Kiminmellie- thanks for the kind words about the invites
I didnt even think about bubs having leaks on our bed- but thats another good point!!!
Thanks for the info on the strep B swipe. I havent been asked to do that as yet- but its good to have some info to inform our decisions.

Bebedream- welcome to the forum.
Yep when updating the rollcall- you need to copy and paste the whole thing- otherwise other peoples infor gets lost along the way.
We found choosing a pram the hardest decision of them all- once we made that decision all the rest was pretty easy. Definitely read some reviews on here and elsewhere about all those prams you listed.
My SIL had placenta praevia (low lying placenta), and as a precaution the doctors told her to avoid sex as well. Has your doctor told you what grade your placenta is- as this will often determine whether you can go naturally or whether they will book you in at 37 weeks for a caesar? Not to scare you or anything but its good to read up on it and be prepared.

AFM: had to resort to aircon on to sleep last night- too hot without and a little too breezy with it- I cant win!!!

sydney29

27-01-2011, 08:06

sandramm1

27-01-2011, 08:38

bebedream

27-01-2011, 10:33

Good morning all

Just a quick post before starting work today.

Sandramm1: Thanks for the advice re prams - I had a look at a few reviews but will definitely read a few more. Some brands are more popular and there are heaps of comments on them (Mountain Buggy and CJ) but others are harder to come by (Icandy). It's a bit like buying a car! lol

My OB hasn't told us what grade my placenta pravia is - just that my placenta is very close to the cervix and to avoid any activities that could cause some bleeding. I think he would like to do a scan in a few weeks (maybe week 32) to check if it has moved away from the cervix (apparently as the uterus grows and lifts upwards in the 3rd trimester, the placenta might lift as well). For now, it's a case of wait and see and we breath a sigh of relief with each passing week. We definitely hope my placenta lifts up with the cervix as it would give me a chance at a natural birth - would like to avoid a caesar if at all possible. I hope it's not a bad sign but I feel all of my bubs' movements very down below - definitely nowhere near the rib cages as some ladies have experienced on here!

Got to go :wave:

sandramm1

27-01-2011, 10:55

Bebedream- could just be that bubs has his head up near your ribs- so all the kicks are felt lower- thats what I felt until bubs turned the other week- now movements are up higher near ribs and sides

LillyPonds

27-01-2011, 11:01

Hi Ladies

I hear you all about the state of the house. Apparently the real estate got the tenants back to do the skirting boards but nothing else. Absolute filth. I wonder how they lived????? Any way we have our final inspection on Friday and lets just say DH is looking forward to that one lol. He can be difficult to deal with at times so I would not want to be in her shoes then. It's the same real eastate.

Bebedream - :bigwelcome:

ange81

27-01-2011, 11:16

bebedream - welcome and congrats!! seems like you have had a tough journey to get where u are today! very happy for u! i too have a low lying placenta and its anterior too. so felt little movement till about 20-22 weeks.
I had a check at my 28 week appointment and the placenta is only 1.5 cms away from the cervix! my ob wont check it again now until 34 weeks to see whether it has moved! she has hope that it will and its still early days.. even then i wouldnt be booked in for a c section until 39 weeks, so even at that late date it could have moved enough out of the way for a natural birth (which im definitely hoping for too!) ive had a few braxton hicks pains and pelvic pain too which dr told me to rest more! I rest plenty and have had no bleeding at all which they said could occur too! I am 31 weeks tomorrow.

anemone

27-01-2011, 12:29

Hi girls,

Just popping in quickly to say thanks to Kim for all that info on the MCNs - that's really helpful! Will start researching based on that....

And Bebedream - welcome! It does sound like its been a difficult journey up till now, so I dont blame you at all finding it hard to relax into it. Hopefully as the milestones pass then your confidence will grow.

Just come back from my GCT - and all I can say is YUCK. It really made me feel like barfing, not the taste of it so much but as it hit my system. I hope to god I pass this one as the thought of the fasting full GTT is just too gross to contemplate.

Be back for proper personals tomoz
xoA

Hayls70

27-01-2011, 13:12

hi busy ladies!!..lots going on!

anemone- I so know what you mean re the drink in the glucose test!! I drank it thinking..Hey this isn't so bad, what's everyone going on about?!! then as I sat there waiting..OMG started to feel really sick! hope you're fine!

bebedream- I bought the Baby jogger city elite pram, I love it.. the fact that it is one hand/one movement to fold it and unfold! plus the tyres are foam so don't have to worry about getting a flat tyre! has a great canopy for shade,and the handbreak is easy.

kim- that's interesting about the strep B info! I know I'll probably still have it just because I'm a bit of a wuss and am following ORDERS just incase!! I think I will ask if I can do the swab myself though! ps. how much COQ10 is safe to take in pregnancy?..I stopped taking it once I got pregnant!

bourbon- I didn't make it to the beach yesterday!!...DH had the cricket on TV all day then we headed to some friends for a bbq last night! how did your day end up?

hi everyone else...sorry bit slack on the personals today...I've done my ironing and washing and now I'm heading to the beach to cool this body down!! supposed to be 37 in Perth today...and 38 over next couple days!!

KimInMellie

27-01-2011, 14:00

Anemone, no problem on the MCN info. I was totally confused by all the terminology until I went to the baby expo and got my hands on a few. BH forums have a lot of good info on them, though, which has helped me out a lot. Some people like all in ones (you throw the whole nappy in the wash), others the snap in inserts (theoretically it's possible to just remove the insert at a change and replace it, reusing the minkee till next time) and some like the pockets (insert is placed inside the inner layer of the minkee, which means the two can be separated and the absorbency customized depending on how much baby wees, but you still have to wash the whole thing). Most of the ones I got are adjustable sizing so I should be able to use them for a while, but I did get some size small bitti d'lish b/c I read they were a good size for newborns. :ecomcity: I could go on and on.

Hayls, my naturopath has me on 100mg Co-Q10 per day. As for the glucose drink, like you I didn't find the taste too bad, but having to drink it all so fast didn't make my tum feel so good either. Ick. lol on being a 'wuss' with your OB; I'm probably considered a very bad, rebellious patient. ;)

Ange & bebe, :fingerscrossed: the placenta moves up for you both. Bebe, I feel kicks & bumps everywhere -- sometimes all at once! -- so I wouldn't worry too much about low movements. :) On prams, I've got the City Select (probably would've opted for the Elite but we're planning on trying for #2 very soon after this one is born) and I think it handles very well.

On the Baby Jogger prams, who is getting the bassinet attachment? I was planning to but have had no end of grief getting one in (I ordered it last November with no sign of it yet). It's got me looking at the BJ seat and wondering if I really need the bassinet. The seat reclines back so far as to be nearly horizontal, and the footrest drops down nearly vertical, so I'm thinking I could just use the seat from day 1. (With the Select I can turn the seat around to face me as well, not sure if that's true of the other styles.) Thoughts?

bebedream

27-01-2011, 14:02

:)Hello again all

I'm being a bit naughty today as I'm working from home and decided to have a quick look at the thread :D.

Sandramm1 - yes, you could be right in that bubs has his head up near my ribs and is kicking lower. To be honest, I really can't tell 'where is what' when bubs is kicking or moving! lol I don't think I would even have a clue if he did turn upwards or downwards!

zultbear - thanks for the smilies! This sucks about the house. If it's any consolation, most residential rental agreements states that the tenant should leave the premises/house in the same state as you found them!! You could take some pictures of the house condition and when your lease ends, you could show them to the agent if he asks you to leave the place spotless??

ange81 - thanks for the welcome and kind words :) Yes, it was a very long, soul-destroying (almost marriage-destroying) journey! 2009 was an horrific year - my young dog died after an epileptic seizure 2 weeks after my 2nd miscarriage and it was a really dark time in my life. On the other hand, I feel incredibly lucky and grateful at the moment. I'm still in awe seeing this little miracle happening everyday!
I couldn't feel much movement either until about 23 weeks. Our bubs seems to be pretty quiet so far - I only felt really strong kicks at the U2 concert (we had seated tickets) 'cos it was so noisy and bubs didn't appreciate it one bit and the days I had my GTT test (bubs went banana with all that sugar):)
My placenta was .7mm from the cervix at the 20 weeks morphology scan. I have an appointment at the OB today but his scanner is fairly basic and won't give us any indication of if and how far the placenta has moved. So we have to wait for at least 32 weeks for a proper scan, but each uneventful week is a blessing! I'm also hoping for a shot at a natural (although my OB seems very keen on a caesar!). Congrats on reaching 31 weeks - only 9 weeks to go at the most!

Anemone -Thank you too for the welcome. Yes, we are living this pregnany one week at the time and it's getting a little easier to relax a little more each week :)
I also felt terrible about 20 minutes after drinking the glucose drink (tired, nauseous and dizzy). Bubs seemed to like it but i found it awful! I hope our results come back normal and we don't have to do the other test!!

Hayls70 - thanks for the advice. I'll have another look at the BJ City elite. The only thing I wasn't sure about it was whether it was suitable for a newborn (can it take a bassinet or at least a capsule)??

Have to get ready for my OB appointment (where i'm probably going to wait for at least 1 hour in the waiting room - I hate it!!).:freakingout:

B1B2

27-01-2011, 14:26

Just a quick note.... been to Obs today, both bubs are measuring well for dates and similar sizes, they have both turned head down, yay! Obs estimates that by 38 weeks (if they don't come earlier themselves) they'll be about 6.5-7lb each, that's a lot of baby inside!!

Kim - I got the bassinette attachment for my pram with DD but she only used it for about 8 weeks as she got too big for it, and also like sitting up a little bit because of reflux. I've got the BJ Select for the twins and have opted not to get the bassinettes because the seats are so good. The manufacturer recommends the seat from 6 months of age, but I'm a paediatric physio and I can tell you I'm happy with the position they will put bubs in from when they are little! Just thought I'd put my 2 cents worth in!! The fact that the Select takes capsules is fabulous too.

Anenome - I had my glucose TT yesterday, yukky and I know what you mean about feeling a bit queasy.... too much sugar!!

Bye for now ;)

bourbon11646

27-01-2011, 15:04

B1B2 - Thats great news that your twins are measuring well. Im always amazed at how more than one can fit in there!!

Bebedream - I agree - :bigwelcome: its great to have you here with us. 2009 did sound like a dark year for you, it was a pretty horrendous one for me too, but thank god we have our little miracles growing inside us now. I hope your Ob appt went well today, i always really look forward to mine! Gives you reassurance that all is going well too.
I have the BJ City Elite pram and love it! It fold soooo easily and has alot of excellent functions. I have read that it is suitable for newborns and im using mine without a bassinet right from the beginning. Here is a link to a quick demo on the pram - you dont need sound for it. Hope the link works: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdsgGCR2PiE

KinM - lol at being a bad rebellious patient :laughing: I am like Hayls - try to be a good girl and do what im told (within reason)..Im not bothering with the bassinet for my pram, im just going to use it from birth. A friend gave us a second hand pram too which does face us if i change my mind but so far im happy to use my BJ City Elite.

Hayls - sounds like me today = ironing and washing what fun! And its soo hot at the moment and getting worse! Thank god for fans and air con. Enjoy the beach :yes:

Anemone - i found the glucose test tasted better than i was imagining it to be but it got very sickly after a while thats for sure. Goodluck with your results.

Ange - have you been resting and relaxing? I got told the same as you but i cant sit still for too long!

Zult - Go DH give them heaps!! Stupid real estate companies :thumbsdown:

Sandra - have you tried using a pedastal fan in your room? Thats what i sleep with each night. I used to be the kind of person to be under a doona no matter what the weather but since being preg i havent used even a sheet most the night plus i need a fan on for air circulation.

Lulusmum - Wow moving and holidays! Its all go go go for you! How did your scan go today? I wish i could get a 4D picture that would be awesome, $ is a bit tight though.

Simone - lol i said octopus babies, it sure does feel like it sometimes huh :laughing: And yes if i eat lollies or fruit etc Raindrop goes crazy! My face freaked me out in the mirror coz i looked so tired with bags under my eyes, i though EEK! Im not a shopaholic, just a bargain hunter but i suppose i cant convince anyone now :laughing: :laughing: I actually wrote a list of things i need to buy early on and have been looking for them all on sale from day one, hence me always at the shops haha! But ive gotten everything cheap so there :laughing:

AFM: Took furbaby to the park this morning and felt so exhausted i walked sooo slowly and did two laps of the park. Since then ive been busy doing endless washing & soon ironing - where does it all come from! And i let furbaby up on the bed this morning for a cuddle so i had to change the bedding from her hair malting. But the cuddle was worth it, especially since im cuddle deprived with DH away :)

LulusMum

27-01-2011, 17:10

KimInMellie

27-01-2011, 20:06

Just an evening quickie :)

B1B2, thanks for the advice on the bassinet. I went & paid off the remaining layby on the nursery furniture today, and while I was there I purchased a newborn insert for the pram seat. When I got home I whacked it in and I'm very happy with the way it looks, so I'm going to skip the bassinet. And yes, it's great that the CS will hold a capsule -- I have the adapter for mine and have already tried it out. It looks a bit funny; the single capsule is quite small on the large frame, but it's perfectly functional and quite secure.

LM, that's a bit concerning about twin b's dropoff in growth. I hope you're able to get as close to term as possible. :hugs:

AFM, as I said, the furniture is now all paid up and the nursery is finally empty of storage boxes etc. so I hope to paint this weekend and have the furniture delivered next week! Then things will shape up quickly, I think. I've found some great wall decals at http://www.mymunchkinhome.com.au (http://www.mymunchkinhome.com.au/) but DH wants to make stencils and paint it all on. *sigh* He has grand plans, but I've told him that if the stencils aren't finished by the time I'm 35 weeks I'm ordering the decals. That's probably cutting it too close, but the words were out of my mouth before I'd thought it through fully.

I have had excruciating mid & low back pain for the last two days, to the point where DH has to help me roll over onto my side. I went to the chiro for it this afternoon, but no relief yet. I'm back tomorrow for a followup. I'm wary of a kidney infection, too, so if I don't feel better soon I'll probably see my GP. A heat pack seems to help a bit, though.

Oh, another question: what are you all doing for bathing options? I don't know whether to get a bath on a stand, a little insert for the sink, or what. So many of the baths look so very big, and I can't really see myself using them for long. Thoughts?

TTFN :goodvibes:

bourbon11646

27-01-2011, 20:47

Kim - I got a portable bath second hand for $5! It has one side designed for newborns & one for toddlers. Has a plug to help empty the water which also changes colour if the water is too hot! I'm just going to put it on the kitchen counter when using.

sandramm1

28-01-2011, 08:07

zultbear- let DH give it to the estate agents- shame on them!!!

anemone- :fingerscrossed: for your diabetes test- lets hope you pass with flying colours.

Hayls- I have been watching the weather over your way- stinking hot is the only way to describe it. Hope the beach cooled you down.

Kiminmellie- I would have got the bassinette if it was ready made and just slotted in but couldnt be bothered converting a seat to a bassinette. We have the adaptor for the capsule and agree that it looks a little funny but does feel secure and practical- at least for the first few months.
What brand was your newborn insert?
That back pain sounds horrible, I hope it isnt a kidney infection as was just some muscle strain from all the ligaments relaxing and stretching.
My sister is buying us a bath- a newborn baby tub one- which I will use on the kitchen bench.

Bebedream- when you have a scan and see what position bubs is in have a good feel and see if you can make out bits, otherwise as bubs gets bigger I have heard it is easier to make out different body parts.

B1B2- :fingerscrossed: for your diabetes results too. Glad to hear the twins are measuring well and are both head down.

Bourbon- we havent tried a fan as yet as we dont have one but I will try and get one on the weekend. Slept with aircon on last night on 23 degrees and very low fan and it was perfect but not economical!!! Gosh dont want to see our electricity bill.
Will your DH return with masses of washing and ironing for you? Its never ending isnt it.

Lulusmum- :fingerscrossed: twin B continues to grow at a good rate, even if slightly behind twin A.

AFM: Thank goodness its Friday. My whole body clock is out of whack with the public holiday on wednesday. This weekend we are trying out the restaurant I may have my baby shower at- excited!!! Plus the usual cleaning and washing and grocery shopping- Yay :(

slp

28-01-2011, 09:26

Bourbon - thanks for asking about my scan, we only got piccies of twin a, b not cooperating at all but they will re-do it in 2 weeks when i go back for another growth scan. Unfortunately they picked up today that twin b is in early stages of growth retardation, measuring 16 days and over 200 grams behind twin a, whereas 3 weeks ago b was only 2 days behind a - so a big drop off. I have growth scans fortnightly now and on the in between weeks i have ob appts where she will also do growth scans and check fluid and cords. She did assure me no immediate danger for either bub though so all i can do is not stress and get ready a bit sooner then planned. They may be here at 32 weeks if things continue to decline - thats only 5 WEEKS away...... better get packed and organised:eek:

Hi ladies,

Sorry to crash, I am in the Jan, feb, march group.
I just wanted to let LM no that I had a scan last week at 32 weeks and out twins weighed 1.8kg and 1.6kg, our little girl is a bit smaller then our little boy. My Ob had said their isn't anything to worry about.
Your lucky u have growth scans every 2 weeks I have always had scans every 5 or 6 weeks apart, even now so close i don't have them any more regular.
How many weeks are u, I can't see it from my iPhone.

LillyPonds

28-01-2011, 09:33

Hi Ladies

Anemone - I ordered MCN's. I've never used them before. I ordered 6 of the Baby Beehinds All in ones. They have built in absorbancy but also have a pocket to add more "boosters" if baby is a heavy wetter or as required. The draw back so far is that they do take longer to dry. I gave all mine there first wash on Wednesday.

I also ordered the Itty Bitty D'lish 3 All in ones and 3 snap in ones. The All in ones are similar to the Baby Beehinds All in Ones but instead of a pocket they have a "snap" to add more boosters. And again take longer to dry.

Now the Snap in ones are quick to dry as you take all the boosters out to wash leaving the "shell". As the boosters are all "snap" ins you can use as many as you need and you can just change the boosters rather than the whole nappy like the all in ones.

I also noticed that the Itty Bitty's are smaller than the Baby Beehinds so to me they look more likely to suit a new born. They all have multiple "snap closures" to suit sizes etc...

I ordered them all in a size small and if I like them then I'll order mediums etc as bub grows. I did get a free baby Beehinds multi fit but it looks huge and bulky for a new born and I would much prefer the sized ones.

Sandramm1 - Hear Hear for Friday! I'm really looking forward to the weekends these days.

Lulusmum - I hope twin B catches up.

We got a change table with a baby bath underneath. I've used one before and I really liked it. Every thing is close at hand and you just drain the water into a bucket.

Moo79

28-01-2011, 10:24

Hi Ladies!
*Bourbon* Thanks for the heads up on the Big W baby sale, I will definitely need to visit! I’ve realised I’ve got next to no socks, singlets, or mittens, & will need more wraps!

And OMG, I cannot believe you felt a foot!! I am waiting for that to happen, even though I think it will freak me out when it does! :smiliedance:

Hopefully the time hubby is away goes fast for you both, I hate being away from DH for even 1 night, so I don’t know how you are doing it!

*B1B2* I am so jealous that you’ve finished work! It must be such a great feeling! And your colleagues sound lovely, they definitely spoilt you & bubs. And I’m so excited for you that both bubs have turned head down!

*Sandra* I am with you on the sleeping thing – I am struggling big time! I even had wet, cold face washers wrapped around each foot the other night, cause my feet felt like they were burning up! Woke up to wet sheets, but I don’t care, it was so nice & cool!

*Zult* Whoo hoo on the move! That is awesome news, it must be such a good feeling to have it over it. Sucks big time that they left the place in such a mess! Some people can be such pigs, & so inconsiderate! Whatever happened to the final inspection the real estate is supposed to do?! When I moved out of my last rental, I had a professional cleaner come in to finish everything off, & the real estate still found fault with the place (the freaking light fittings, of all things!), & DH & I had to scrounge up some cleaning products to get them right.
And we have the Living Textiles, too, but in Baboo – I love it!! I’ve found them in DJ’s, Baby Kingdom, & several places online.

*TNT* I bought my body pillow from Big W, & it was just under $30 (not on sale). I struggled to find them in the store though, cause I was expecting them to be in a long package, but they are doubled over, so it looks like 2 regular pillows in one pack

*Ange* awesome bargains at Target!! Hmm, might have to head up there tomorrow, see if I can pick up a few more things.... J
And as for the stretchmarks, so far I’ve still only got the ones I already had, so I’m hoping I don’t suddenly sprout a whole stack of them in the next few weeks! I was trying to use Bio Oil to hold them at bay, but found it gave me a rash each time, so I’ve switched to Palmers Stretch Mark body butter, which feels awesome.
I’m torn on the whole capsule thing too – we bought the S&S Meridian too, & I just don’t know whether or not to hire a capsule to start with. I keep thinking I’ve got heaps of time to sort it out, but not so much!

*Simone* haha, you had me laughing out loud with the thought of your head being pregnant!! :laughing: And yes, definitely with you – Squish is much more active after something sweet! I’ve had a couple of days here & there where I haven’t felt much movement, so I have some lemonade or chocolate, & low & behold, always get a few good whacks just afterward :hyper:

*Kim* thanks for the info on the Strep B – I had mine when I had the GTT, & didn’t even know my OB had requested it! It was a bit of a surprise to rock up to the path place, & be told I had to do a swab too!
And as for the bath option, I’m going to borrow one on a stand from my SIL. She’s had 2 C/S, & said the stand is awesome, cause she didn’t need to bend over. My 2nd nephew will be 6 months by the time Squish comes along, so will be too big for it, so she’s more than happy to lend it to us.

*Bebe* welcome!! I love that there are more & more ladies joining this thread!! I’ll be keeping my fingers crossed that your placenta moves itself out of the way.

*Lulu* holy cow, 5 weeks?!?! That’s nuts! Hopefully twin B has a little growth spurt in the next week or so, & catches up to twin A. I’m sure they’ll be fine, & if your OB isn’t overly concerned, that’s gotta be a good thing.

*Hi* to everyone else I’ve missed!!

AFM – at my last OB appt, bubs has finally turned, & is head down! And he brought my date forward by 1 day, so I’m now 30+3 weeks! The only major concern at the moment is the fibroid I have growing, so it means a couple of extra scans in the next few weeks (which I’m not complaining about!) to see how it’s growing, & if it’s hindering bub in anyway. So we have one tomorrow (I cannot wait!), & then another one in about 5 weeks. From there, OB will work through a plan with us, cause if the fibroid is blocking bubs path to the “exit”, then it will mean a definite caeser. Time will tell, I guess.

I’m also starting to get a really noticeable waddle going on when I’m busting for the loo! It’s like my bladder & bubs are competing for the room, & are both just settling in my pelvis! It makes DH laugh at any rate :rolleyes:

I’m really struggling to sleep at the moment – I just can’t get comfortable. I’m usually a tummy sleeper (non-pregnant!), so am finding it hard on my sides. My hips get really sore, to the point that I was almost in tears yesterday morning, it was so uncomfortable! And I’m awake every 1 & ½ – 2 hours each night!

But on a positive note, we had all of our nursery furniture delivered yesterday, & DH & I spent a couple of hours setting it all up! We both had yesterday off cause we went to a concert in the Southern Highlands on Aust Day & stayed overnight, so decided we might as well get it all delivered during the week. I am so happy with it, the room looks amazing! It’s the most surreal feeling, to be putting together a cot, etc, & thinking “holy sh*t, this is for OUR baby!!”:freakingout:. I haven’t washed all the linen or clothes yet, cause I don’t want to have to re-do them, so I’ll do all that in a couple of weeks, but just have books & toys on the bookcase, & the chair & everything set up, it’s the best feeling! Now we just need to put up some wall decals & canvas that we have, & once bub comes along we want to put his or her name up as well, so will do that down the track (obviously!).

Just wondering, I’ve had a few instances of M/S start to happen in the last week or so, & I think it’s cause me to pull the muscles down the sides of my tummy – it really hurts when I cough or sneeze. Has anyone had anything like this?? I’m going to ask the sonographer tomorrow just to check that everything is ok, & I see the OB again Monday week, so will check with him then, but you ladies are a wealth of knowledge, so thought I’d put it out there :yes:

Hayls70

28-01-2011, 10:25

hi everyone x

lulusmum- hiya, hope bub b catches up soon, sounds like your OB isn't too worried about it at this stage..so be good if the little ones can stay in there!! Have you got your bags packed and ready for the big day?

sandramm- yes it is bl**dy hot here in Perth! Today going to be 38..might be popping to the beach for a quick dip then spend it under my air conditioner! I agree.. Wednesday has put this week out of wack, and I don't even work!.just DH having that day off made it feel like the weekend! Are you going to the restaurant for dinner tonight or lunching it over the weekend? yummm!

kim- I've been given a baby bath..it's green with Elmo on it!..and another friend gave me one of those inserts for baby to lie on in the bath, its the material one for baby's comfort. The baby bath is plastic and I'll probably use it on the kitchen bench. (I would have been happy just to use the laundry sink, although in this rental we're in at the moment the sink is a bit skanky! plus I can imagine it will be really cold there through winter!!-this house has no insulation)
I hope you get your back pain sorted..maybe DH can give you a little massage!

bourbon- do you get stitches when you go for a walk? I get a them most times! I haven't been for a walk in 3 days now!!...feeling very slack about it and my poor furbaby isn't impressed..especially when I put my bathers on for the beach yesterday and didn't take her- she LOVES the beach! How are you handling the heat?

B1B2- glad to hear both bubs are doing very well. Are you having a caeser or trying naturally first?

bebedream- Yes the baby jogger city elite is suitable from birth. The only downside I can see is that it doesn't face you but I'm prepared to deal with that as I love everything else about it! Someone (sorry forgotten who) mentioned you can buy the valco brand bassinette to fit it, I'm going see how I go first though.

hi to all I've missed!

afm- our builder popped over (from next door!!) we have to start looking for what stove top/oven and rangehoods we want so there's another job to do very soon! I asked him to tell me what's next on the list as I don't want to be caught out in March when I'm about to pop...or Have Popped!!!
another HOT day in Perth today...thinking beach..but body has to agree with me and get up and make all the effort!!..

Hayls70

28-01-2011, 10:38

Moo- hiya!! glad to hear bubs is engaging in the right position!
I totally understand where you're coming from when you had that moment setting up your baby room!! We spend all our time researching then buying everything but it's not until you set up your room and see it all there..waiting...that it really hits you..OMG I'm really having a baby!!
Haha on the waddling!!...when DH and I go for our walks I often will ask him..am I waddling yet??! so far he's said no but I can feel it sometimes!!
I would definately say the MS is causing your pains, our ligaments are already soft and the strain could definately be pulling some of those muscles!

LulusMum

28-01-2011, 11:26

SLP - thanks for crashing, its good to hear form others expecting twins. I was 27 weeks yesterday and the fact that twin b is small isnt the issue, its that they found signs that the fluid around that bub is diminishing and that the cord is not pumping at max level - they are the two biggest early indicators of growth retardation - size/weight not so much as the smallest mistake in measurement can take days off bubs gest age - if that makes sense, so size may not be accurate. TBH im not freaking out - yet. They told me heaps of things that would go wrong with Max but he was a healthy bub born naturally and took to the boob with no effort from me and has no issues whatsoever, so i guess i know that they can make mistakes. My little B is going crazy today, kicking and somersaulting like its a circus in there, so all must be well for now.:p

Hayles - no bags packed yet, i went out thi smorning and got all my supplies though (new PJ's, heaps of feeding tops, plus all the pads and toiletry stuff) so will wash up and have packed by sunday i think. I was supposed to have done it already but time got away from me. Havent packed for bubs though, i figure if they are early then they will stay on after me anyways, so can get that sorted later

sandramm1

28-01-2011, 12:06

zultbear- do you have plans for the weekend?
I love the styles and colours that all the MCN's come in- I'm just too chicken to commit to cloth as this is my first. I will be listening intently for those of you who use MCN's to review and make recommendations as I will be a little more confident when bubs # 2 comes.

Moo- yes cold face washers are my saviour at the moment. I too am a tummy sleeper forced on to my sides by bubs, and my hips ache each morning until I have walked around a bit and my muscles must warm up a bit.
:fingerscrossed: that fibroid doesnt hinder bubs in any way especially if you would like a natural birth. Is it something that will have to be removed after bubs is born?
If I do a big sneeze I will often hold my tummy as its uncomfortable- but best to ask your OB or the sonographer if they know.

Hayls- we are going on Sunday for lunch which I am looking forward to. I hope you manage to stay cool in such extreme heat- its disgusting!!!
What are your plans for the weekend? Maybe looking at kitchen appliances? Very exciting. We have had our kitchen installed for awhile now and I love my new appliances. We had the glass splashback guy come out yesterday to measure so hopefully in 10 days that will be done and kitchen will be complete.

Lulusmum- you sound very organised with all your stuff. I have been buying up for bubs and nursery but not so much for hospital. I have a list printed off with all the things I need to pack- now just have to do it.

AFM; a nice quiet day at work today, managed to take the work car for a wash, and got to read the newspaper while waiting. Wont be parking it under any more trees thats for sure- it went from white to a pale grey from all the birds- ewww.

LillyPonds

28-01-2011, 13:05

Sandramm1 - No I don't have plans for the weekend. Just hanging around the house. May go to Ikea and get a set of draws for bubs. Hopefully DH picks up the cot today so we can set that up. Other than that I'll be napping lol.

When I first got my Baby Beehinds they confused me a little on how they work but I "think" I've got them sorted now lol. They are the cutest things I have ever seen. They are so soft. I hope they live up to the reputation because we've shelled out big $$$ on them. All most $300 and that's just for 12 of them to use full time during the day. I guess if they don't work or I don't like them I can always sell them and get some money back

Ahh about the bird poop. I used to sell cars and bat poop and bird poop are the worst. It needs to be hosed off straight away as it will stain your paint work. Sap is another culprit as well.

bourbon11646

29-01-2011, 04:47

2:46 am - wake up everyone I'm bored & can't sleep haha!

Hayls70

29-01-2011, 09:12

morning ladies.

bourbon- I'm sure I would have been awake then but I just wasn't on the computer!! crap sleeps hey!-mind you I had lots of naps thru the day!

sandramm- I stayed home in the air con all day yesterday and did absolutely nothing..apart from vacuum and a little cleaning!! What do you do for work?

lulus- Good to hear that baby B is having some fun in there!! Can you tell which one is moving? Thanks for the heads up on the nursing tops too...I have to go buy some of those! What are you getting?

afm- going to the ascott races today..luckily we'll be inside at the Flying colors restaurant, it's pretty cool- you have a screen at your table and have a 5 course meal (that's what sold me:laughing:) We have friends coming up from Bunbury so should be a great day! Right now I'm feeling only half awake though so I hope I get some energy from somewhere!!
have a great weekend everyone xx

TNTbub

29-01-2011, 11:39

2:46 am - wake up everyone I'm bored & can't sleep haha!

**** off. hahhaaa. I was up at 3:45am till 6am with a cough. I dont have internet so I couldnt play with you. sorry. I wish I was up with bordem and not a cough.

woohoo for being up so bloody early :celebrate: NOT.

TNTbub

TNTbub

29-01-2011, 11:41

Sydney - how are you going with feeling bubs?

Im feeling my little princess well and good now. Its so weird to feel something kicking out from the inside.

TNTbub

LulusMum

29-01-2011, 11:46

Hayles - i just got some breastfeeding singlets (with the proper bra inside not just the crop insert) - they are great for under cardi's or jackets but i use them as pj tops - for some reason i get really hot when im lactating and couldnt stand pj's with sleeves despite having max in the middle of winter. target only sell one type of nursing top which is just a basic t-shirt with cross over front so you can pop a boob out the top (bit more discreet then pulling your whole shirt up and showing off your belly) - got 3 of those. I already had 2 from when max was a bub. I find this style easier as max HATED having anything (muslin wraps etc) draped over his as he fed and the drop cup style tops show much less off then pull up stlye tops if that makes sense. Target also at the moment have buy one get one half privce on their undies so i bought a few cheap packs in nana style in case of c-sect. Also got some stretchy yoga pants, you feel so much better if you hop up and shower and actually get dressed (albeit daggily) then just plodding around in your jammies all day in hosp. I have heard from many girls who have had c-sect's that yoga pants also provide support to your tummy while you are recovering. Just gotta get some new slippers (mine have a hole in the toe but are too comfy to part with just yet;)) and im all done. And yes, i can tell the bubs apart - its easy for me as i distinctly have one on either side and you can feel, sometimes even see, a part in the middle of my tum - a is feet up and b is feet down so im constantly being booted in the ribs or cervix - fun!:rolleyes:

anemone

29-01-2011, 15:51

Hi girls, hope everyone is having a good We.

Glad Im not the only one to feel queasy from the glucose drink - I was a little worried that it was because the results were going to be bad! But :fingerscrossed: it will be OK - find out at 28 week MW appt on Weds.

Kim - Im not planning to get the bassinette for my BJ city mini. Im hoping to get away with just the car capsule (maxi cosi) which is supposed to be compatible. Its good that with the Select you can turn the seat round to face you - thats the only thing I dont like about the BJCM...
Love the wall decals, gorgeous designs. Wow, your DH sounds v artistic!
Im gonna try and find something like those decals if I can talk DH into it (he's worried about wrecking the walls in this rented place) - but we'll prob leave it till after bubs arrives.
Yay for getting your furniture all paid off - v exciting!
Hope your back pain gets better soon and isn't a kidney infection.

As for baths, my plan is to get an Infa or Palma change table with the built-in bath (under the change table bit) as they look sturdy and have heaps of storage built into them. I was thinking the laundry sink option too, but the window in our laundry doesnt close properly so it will be freezing in there in the winter. Maybe OK in the summer though if bubs still fits. I think Ill prob cover all options and get a plastic baby bath that fits in the bath as well. Do you have a bath at your house or just a shower?

Bebe - I always end up spending way too much time on BH when I work from home too. And I had strong kicks as well when I went to the circus a few weeks ago, cos the music was really loud. Wasnt sure if bubs was getting into it or hated it!
Hope your Ob appt went well.

B1B2 - yay for both twins being head down! Yes that is definitely a lot of baby - you will be feeling it, Im sure.

Bourbon - Im glad you and your furbaby are bonding - it must be nice for her to have some one on one time with you! You poor thing with the sleep. I really know how you feel (infact I think most of us do) - if we arent being booted, or finding it hard to get comfy, then its the oppressive heat factor. Im just glad Im not 9 months right now...

I also have the pigmentation thing happening on my nose. I feel like a tortoishell cat or something! I dont like wearing much makeup so I'm just ignoring it and hoping it goes away after the birth...

Guess what, I found a lightweight sewing machine in Vinnies today! The spool thing you put the thread in at the top is broken but the lady convinced me it didn't matter, the thread could just sit on the table (hers was like that too, she said). I hope it works, but if it doesn't it was only a few dollars.

LM - that must be a bit stressful re twin B. But its good that they have picked it up and can monitor things closely. Wow yes, must be lots of organising to do if they are thinking possibly 32 weeks - hopefully though its later and means that you can have a relaxing last few weeks when all the organising's been done (or is that wishful thinking?)
Thanks for the info on breastfeeding tops - Ive been starting to think about that and finding them hard to get hold of...

And you know now youve got me thinking about stuff to wear while in hosp - must have a look at some point through my jammies and find some decent ones or get some new ones. Not sure my falling-apart ugg boots will cut it either - good excuse for more shopping!

Sandramm - hope the restaurant is good - good idea to check it out beforehand...

Zult - thanks for the MCN info. So many options, hey? Good on you for taking the plunge. Yes Im a bit concerned about the drying aspect too. Sydney isnt too bad in the winter, but still, we dont have a dryer. Hmm, sounds like the snap-in type could be the go.

You're definitely right that you can sell them on if you dont like them - people will be v keen to buy them.

That really does suck about the state the tenants left the place in. Hope your DH does tear the RE's off a strip!

Moo - Ive heard M/S can return in the last few weeks, but 30 weeks seems early. You poor thing. And that pain is no good either...hope you can find something to ease it.
Yay for bubs being head down!
Yes I agree, so surreal to have a nursery being set up!

Hayls - good luck choosing the stove - thats an exciting decision. Yuck on that heat. I really couldnt cope here in Sydney when it hit 33 deg on Aus Day - but hopefully its less humid for you guys over there. Hope the beach was quiet and the ocean refreshing! And enjoy the racing and your friends staying. ARe you getting all frocked up?

TNT - YAY for the kicks!:hyper:

Sorry to everyone Ive missed - in a bit of a rush as usual!

AFM -

So glad its turned cooler here in Sydney - I actually had 7 hours sleep for the first time in what seems like a month, and it felt SO good!! On Aus Day and they day after it was so intense - I worked from home and was really struggling to keep cool. My feet and ankles swelled up hugely too for the first time as well - not pleasant!

Went shopping today and didn't buy anything for bubs - quite impressive for me! Did get a v nice maxi-style posh dress for a friend's wedding in 6 weeks. Decided I need something LONG in case my ankles do the balloon thing again!
Lots of growing space for the bump too, I made sure by folding up a cardi and stuffing it down there as well :laughing:!

And I also got some maternity crop tops at Target. Was shocked to find the 10 D/DD actually fitted OK! (Im usually a B/C) I know that a more structured bra that size would have been way too big, but with the stretchy crop top it seemed fine - mind you, so did the B, so I got one of each and hopefully the two sizes should cover it, perhaps the bigger one for the first few days when your milk comes in...

So now I have something to wear while sleeping and getting up at night to BF. So thank you to whoever mentioned that the croptops were ideal for that!

OK, I had better go as friends are coming over in a few hours and I need to start cooking. First time we've really entertained in our new place so I hope it works out OK.

sandramm1

29-01-2011, 21:14

zultbear- I hope you got your cot all set up and some drawers from Ikea.
Its exciting getting all the big things set up.

Bourbon- sorry to hear you had such a crappy sleep. Mine was pretty good last night as in Sydney it was a cooler night. Is feeling cooler now too so should be a good sleep tonight too :fingerscrossed:

Hayls- I am a psychologist working for one of the hospitals here in Sydney. I work with children and families mostly.
How were the races today?

Lulusmum- poor you being booted both top and bottom!!! Must be more room for them that way.

anemone- the maxi dress you picked up sounds nice. Good luck with the cooking/entertaining- hope it all went well.

AFM: quiet day at home, got through house cleaning and a few loads of washing. Tomorrow is grocery shopping and lunch to check out place for baby shower and then dinner with SIL and her partner. Plus I will be 30 weeks tomorrow!!!!

SimoneK

30-01-2011, 11:12

Good morning (or is it afternoon) everyone!

Bebedream - Welcome to the thread and congratulations! You are due 2 days before me. Your signature prompted me to research IVM, which I'd never heard of. Am I right in thinking they don't stimulate your eggs, just take them out while they're immature, mature them in the lab then mix them with sperm? Do you get better eggs if you don't pump 'em full of hormones first?

Zultbear - You are becoming quite the nappy expert! Hope your new place is shaping up and DH gave it to the real estate agents.

Moo - How exciting to get all your nursery stuff delivered. I am envious of everyone's nurseries as I won't have one til July. Til then Scoot can sleep in a cardboard box. Just kidding - I'll get him a travel bassinette I think. By M/S did you mean morning sickness? I had it again last week. Very annoying.

Bourbon - If you are washing and ironing all the time now, I hate to think how busy you'll be when Raindrop comes! :laughing:

Hayls - My god it sounds sooo hot in Perth. And it's freezing in Hanoi. I'm wearing uggies and a beanie. Did you go to the beach?

Sandra - Enjoy your Sunday lunch today. Did you say the restaurant is that middle eastern one in Balmain? If so it's around the corner from my dad's place and I've been there once before and it's FANTASTIC. Yum. Oh, and congratulations on only 10 weeks to go! :smiliedance:
Lulusmum - Hope twin B catches up to twin A. But 32 weeks? Holy ****!

TNT - Sorry to hear about your insomnia (and you too bourbon). It's so awful. I had the worst insomnia in the first trimester, and terrible leg cramps. Which are okay now, when they're supposed to be getting bad. I think I am doing this pregnancy thing backwards. Yes - the kicking from inside is the weirdest feeling, isn't it? Keeps reminding me of the Alien movies...

Kim - Sorry to hear about your back pain. Ouch. Great to hear about you setting up the nursery though. Stencils? DH sounds keen. I hope he has more artistic flair than mine does!

B1B2 - Great to hear your babies are doing well. Is your due date based on 40 or 38 weeks?

Anemone - When writing personals I first scribble a few notes as I'm reading through the posts, and next to your name I appear to have scrawled 'fold ng up cede'. ???? What am I talking about? I'll have to back and check!

Hi to Helstar (any confirmation on whether it's a girl?) and Lychee and Sydney and everyone else, not long to go now, girls!

SimoneK

30-01-2011, 12:01

Anemone - Just read back through your post and I have no idea what my notes were going on about. Talk about pregnancy brain. Hope you had a nice time entertaining your friends last night though!

AFM - Had a painful week last week as Scooter decided he was going to head butt my cervix again. Oh my god. Continuous cramping. I could hardly walk for days. It actually made me feel nauseous. And every time I went to the loo it felt like he was going to come out! Then last night, as I was asleep on the couch (a regular occurrence) I half woke up to feel him moving. I swear I could feel his head pressing against my belly button like he was trying to bust through, Alien style. And then when I got up - no more pain. He's on the diagonal again and I feel great! I just did a little dance for DH to prove it. And DH said my belly doesn't look as low as it did yesterday.
Am on holidays (again - teaching OS, such a rort) for Vietnamese New Year. Tet. It's year of the Rabbit in Chinese astrology, or year of the Cat in Vietnamese. So we can choose if our babies are gonna be rabbits or cats, I guess. Lots of shops close down over the new year, so me and DH have been riding around all over town, stocking up on food and drink like it's the end of the world, or the zombie apocalypse is just around the corner, or something. We have friends coming to stay from Australia tomorrow for 6 days - but DH can do tour guide duties. I don't want to interrupt my lying-on-the-couch campaign. I'm just getting really good at it.
Back at school on the 7th, but I have a 30 week scan to look forward to that night, if my no-good OB doesn't cancel again, which I bet he will. I really want to get another 3D scan and check out Scooters face. He was only 13 weeks at the last one, and must have changed so much. Fingers crossed I get it. Happy new year everyone (Chuc mung nam moi!) :celebrate: