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galvanizersbaby

2girlsforme wrote: »

you could well be contracting - with DD2 I was not aware I was in labour for ages because it was all back pain I had - when I was checked out I was a few cm dilated! keep bouncing - and good luck!

I have been awake since 4am DD2 came through 10 mins ago determined that she was not tired - and so is sitting here with me - think I am in for a crappy day!

Off to hospital this pm for my pre op bloods and stuff - not sure what to expect - it is all getting a bit real - and am scared of the section! DH not being much help right now as his anxiety attack is still very much ongoing :( - sometimes feel like I want to punch his lights out :eek: and I know he really can't help it.

Sorry all doom and gloom again!

Hi 2 girls - don't be scared of the section - I've had 2 elected sections and will have another with this baby - feel free to PM me or I'll answer any questions - I can tell you what to expect x

galvanizersbaby

Morning all

Labour vibes to those that need them x

Trying to read back on posts but this thread moves so fast!

Had a nightmare of a morning so far!
Discovered a single nit in DD's long hair last night so had to bung the headlice stuff on overnight and then comb her hair through with the zapper this morning and wash and blow dry! :eek:
She has really long hair like mine so had to get up really early to get kids to school on time.

Will do my own and DS's tonight (though no sign of anything crawly in ours thankfully but would rather be safe than sorry!)

Also have the return of sciatica which I had in my other pregnancies and stops me sleeping very well - can't seem to lay on either side for long!

Nevermind - only today to get through at work and then the weekend :T

lauren_1

Today i think i am 36+5, I have a 2nd growth scan today and another on Wednesday.

Measuring just over 32 weeks for fundal height, on my first growth scan at 30 weeks bubs was showing as being 3lb8oz so shall see later how much he has grown, if any.

wendz86

Morning everyone,

Just popped to asda, not a big one so only thing i got was some nappies size 2, think I have enough size 1 and they were reduced to £4 for 35 and i had £2 off voucher so bargain of £2.

I am driving to Devon today to stay with friends for the weekend, looking forward to it but hope i don't have to have to many wee stops!

Sharkey - very exciting about your OH coming home!

Lauren - hope the scan goes OK!

lilian1977

Morning ladybumps

I have a question for galvanziersbaby - after having Sam last week I said never again to any more children because the birth was so traumatic for me, however now he's a week old I'm starting to think again whether I could actually go through it. Do you think if I was to speak to the community midwife before I TTC and explained I would like another baby but only if I could have a guaranteed section they would be happy to approve it? I don't know the rules about elective sections, does there have to be an underlying reason?

babyboysmommy

digitalphase wrote: »

Got my Pink Lining bag today - fabulous as only ordered it Tuesday evening and got it today (Thursday)! It's fantastic, such a gorgeous bag, really pleased with my bargain :T OH didn't get it at all, after all, it's just a bag to put nappies in *rolls eyes* I said it will be going everywhere with me for x amount of years - it's got to look good! :rotfl:

:rotfl: I used DS changing bag for a few years! Kids seem to come with a lot of stuff. If it's not nappies it's changes of clothes, snacks, bottles or cups etc. I've seen the pink lining ones on line. Am off to John Lewis next week so will have a look at them there. If they are as good as they look then I think I'll be getting one as well

Pixiepops wrote: »

I just weighed myself and over the course of the pregnancy so far I have gone from 68kg to 60kg :eek::eek::eek: I'm still not eating too well so I might have to mention this to midwife when I see her in a week and a bit. I'm just worried that bubs won't be getting enough food

I'm 20+5 weeks & have gained 4 pounds. I was worried at my 20 week scan the baby would measure small or something because I've not put on much weight but he was spot on for dates I'm sure you will soon start gaining when you find it easier to eat more. There is anti nausea medication you can get prescribed if needed

janinie7 wrote: »

Here is a pic of my bump today at 35 weeks (hope it works!)

Wonderful! I felt huge until I went for my 20 week scan & then realised just how small my bump is compared to the other women there who were also 20 weeks. Baby is measuring fine though

Rockinbikergal

Hiya Lilian :wave:

I know I'm not galvanziersbaby and I'm not speaking from experience myself but my SIL had 3 sections as her babies were all within 2 years of each other and she was told that if she wasn't offered the section she could have asked for it......HTH xxxx

DueMarch11

Morning all

Im so tired, work is rubbish atm so left early yesterday and told them I was going in today. Good job really cos DD was up 1 til 4 last night, god knows why, she just didnt want to sleep. Im knackered now. Still took her to childminders this morning, am thinking of going to bed in a bit.

Anyone else struggling to walk? Its so painful!! And I keep getting stitch like pain in bump, dont remember this from last time : (

xxxxxxxxx

Apricot

Morning All!

I just read back six pages and can't for the life of me remember anything!

I have some very fetching new chicken pox spots today which is just lovely!

Labour vibes to those who want them!

galvanizersbaby

lilian1977 wrote: »

Morning ladybumps

I have a question for galvanziersbaby - after having Sam last week I said never again to any more children because the birth was so traumatic for me, however now he's a week old I'm starting to think again whether I could actually go through it. Do you think if I was to speak to the community midwife before I TTC and explained I would like another baby but only if I could have a guaranteed section they would be happy to approve it? I don't know the rules about elective sections, does there have to be an underlying reason?

Hello Lilian

Hope you and the little guy are recovering nicely now - sorry to hear about the traumatic birth.:(

Without knowing what the problems were in your case but a friend of mine suffered great trauma after the birth of her son (he was very large - she tore badly - I won't go in to detail) but when she became pregnant again with her 2nd she requested an elective c section and this was granted - I think if you are determind and stick to your guns there is a good chance they will allow it.
I am not certain on the rules as such and I don''t think they are obliged to perform a section but they should certainly be sympathetic.
I won't patronise you by saying that it's very soon after the birth of Sam to be ruling out natural childbirth cos I myself have no experience of this but do talk to your Health visitor and others about it if you need to (I'm sure there is a thread somewhere on here)

In my own case my history goes a bit like this
1st DS - found to be lying breech at routine 39 week appt - was offered option to turn but consultant unhopeful due to babies size and available room left! - offered c section and accepted
2nd DD - concieved when DS was 9 months old (oops! - you are supposed to wait around 24 months between babies if you have had a section) - consultant advised another elective section due to the fear of rupture of the womb
3rd baby - will have another elective section at 38 weeks - I could have a trial of labour if I desired but having had 2 by CS I am quite happy to have another.

Sorry for such an essay :eek: - I hope you are ok Lilian and recovering x