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December 2014 Babies Club
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Hey all,
Haven't been on here for a while - great to read everthing is going well for you all! Time is really flying by though, I've only 5 more weeks left at work, 33 weeks today. All going well, baby is a 'very good size' apparently, eek!
I packed my bag today.
They tell you not to bring too much. Then they give you a list that takes up a large suitcase. I don't know how you're supposed to fit everything into a small hand luggage sized thing considering you have to pack two towels and a dressing gown. A packet of nappies. The maternity pads alone take up half a suitcase!
Anybody else starting to get very nervous?
Don't forget that your partner will be going home so can top up supply of nappies/towels etc, you don't need to bring like a whole 5 day supply! I brought wayyyy too much first time around, though I can see myself making the same mistake again, LOL.
Edit: Yes to the nervous question!!!!0 -
I was thinking that but wanted to be sure I had enough. So two towels, two pj bottoms and 4 string tops, two night shirts (will be over the string tops) Slippers and dressing gown, undies and the maternity pads (2 packs suggested on the coombe sheet) then all the baby stuff (suggested six bibs, six vests, six babygrows, hat, mits, cardigan) 2 cellular blankets and a packet of nappies, that's 24 nappies! I just put 15 in thinking my husband can bring in more if needed. Then of course there are the cotton pads for baby, hairbrush and shower items for me. :eek: Big suitcase full. I comfortably managed a week in Spain with an overnight bag. What's happening to me??!
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I was thinking that but wanted to be sure I had enough. So two towels, two pj bottoms and 4 string tops, two night shirts (will be over the string tops) Slippers and dressing gown, undies and the maternity pads (2 packs suggested on the coombe sheet) then all the baby stuff (suggested six bibs, six vests, six babygrows, hat, mits, cardigan) 2 cellular blankets and a packet of nappies, that's 24 nappies! I just put 15 in thinking my husband can bring in more if needed. Then of course there are the cotton pads for baby, hairbrush and shower items for me. :eek: Big suitcase full. I comfortably managed a week in Spain with an overnight bag. What's happening to me??!
I happened upon this thread from the October thread.
I wore a zip up top on my way in and used that instead of a dressing gown - saved room in the bag.
Nightdresses would take up less space than pj bottoms and tops. 1 bath towel enough for the start since they're so bulky.
I made myself fit everything in 2 tesco bags - 1 for baby, 1 for me. Baby's bag can be left in car boot until it's born, except for a nappy.0 -
How are we all doing girls, feel like we're on the home stretch yet? We had our final antenatal class today, it was so surreal to hear her say 'see you in a few weeks'! I'm definitely ready to finish up work soon. I've never been this tired (yeah, yeah, wait til I have a newborn!) My bump has expanded lots over the past week or so and I'm feeling the strain. I had braxton hicks last night that took my breath away, so who knows, I might even go early (wishful thinking!)
I'm also doing my last gig for a while tomorrow night, we are launching our first album and it'll be our biggest gig to date, I think even a week later than this and I wouldn't be able for it! Really looking forward to it, it's a great one to go out on and I've booked Friday off to have an epic sleep in the day after 0 -
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my bellybutton vanished today. I woke up with one and don't have one now.
Very very tired and uncomfortable the last few days. Itchy skin, aches and pains, can't sleep. I feel like all I'm doing lately is complaining!
How is everyone else doing? Is anybody feeling prepared?0 -
my bellybutton vanished today. I woke up with one and don't have one now.
Very very tired and uncomfortable the last few days. Itchy skin, aches and pains, can't sleep. I feel like all I'm doing lately is complaining!
How is everyone else doing? Is anybody feeling prepared?
I'm the same. 34 weeks since yesterday. Starting to feel more achy & uncomfortable. Some nights i might be lucky to have an alright sleep but most nights I could wake a few times. My hospital bags are packed a while now and have everything got so can relax until the day comes0 -
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Is everyone's baby head down at this stage?
I'm 35 weeks tomorrow and baby is breech! My first daughter was breech too, and I'm wondering is there some reason why they find that position more comfortable in my uterus! My next cons appointment is not for another 2 weeks so i'll be second guessing this little one for the entire time
I'd live with the idea of another section, not ideal but whatever will be will be. It's just the not knowing which is very annoying!0 -
Mine is head down and engaged for a while mrswhippy although I think he's been that way earlier than most!
I've been feeling a bit 'off' this week and when I went in today for my check my blood pressure was high, first time ever that it's been properly high. It was normal at the GP five days ago so not sure what's going on. I have to get it retested at the GP tomorrow morning and if it's still high I have to go into the emergency room, that gave me a fright tbh
I was due to finish work at the end of next week but given all of this I'll be getting signed off tomorrow I think.0 -
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Is everyone's baby head down at this stage?
I'm 35 weeks tomorrow and baby is breech! My first daughter was breech too, and I'm wondering is there some reason why they find that position more comfortable in my uterus! My next cons appointment is not for another 2 weeks so i'll be second guessing this little one for the entire time
I'd live with the idea of another section, not ideal but whatever will be will be. It's just the not knowing which is very annoying!
I'm 34 and a half weeks and babies head is still down going by last appointment last week, have next one today plus another scan so hoping still head down, saying that my stomach literally moved from left to right earlier, was mad, so i don't know what she was up to in there lol0 -
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That's good news Dolbert!
I'm so so so tired today. I've been hitting the gym 2-3 times a week plus yoga up to now but this is the first time I'm feeling like this pregnancy is catching up with me and I literally can't move! I'm also starting to feel twinges around the front of my pelvis, likely all that relaxin kicking in - sometimes feels like my pelvis is going to just fall apart.
Desperately trying to get house organised and christmas shopping done, but between work and my crazy 2 year old, it's just not happening, argh
Rant over
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I envy your energy! I have done little since about 32 weeks. I'm all proud of myself now if I manage a 40 min walk my hips and pelvis have been sore for weeks now so that's a hinderance.
I'm 38 weeks now and for the past few days the fatigue I'm feeling is ridiculous. I get tired after a shower!!0 -
I envy your energy! I have done little since about 32 weeks. I'm all proud of myself now if I manage a 40 min walk my hips and pelvis have been sore for weeks now so that's a hinderance.
I'm 38 weeks now and for the past few days the fatigue I'm feeling is ridiculous. I get tired after a shower!!
Ha! Well I wouldn't envy it now, I'm in bed already!
Funny though, walking absolutely kills me - I definitely couldn't walk for 40 mins at the moment without dying of pelvic pain, braxton hicks and getting out of breath. But an hour's training at the gym is no bother
I've really felt a difference in the last week w.r.t. fatigue though, might be a good time to down the weights and get a few more early nights in. Hopefully you won't go over Whispered ... ! If this little one stays breech, I'll be going at 39 weeks - a lot to be said for getting in and out before Christmas :P0 -
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On the home stretch now Dolbert! It's a milestone isn't it. Since I hit 37 I've been reading way too much into every little ache. Do you have any inklings of whether you'll go early, or late? Most of the ladies in my family have gone early, 36/37 weeks so the fact I'm 38 now means I've gone past the family average. I could be in for a long wait because I'm expecting to go any minute now.
We spent the weekend buying stuff we need for the house, hanging shelves and making shelving units. I still haven't got around to populating those shelves yet but will do it at some stage today. I'm so lazy lol
I went back to bed for a nap earlier, having not slept at all last night, and spent ages carefully placing pillows and propping myself up. Totally building myself a little nest. It was so comfy!!0 -
I don't feel like I'll go particularly early tbh! I'm still fairly comfortable and my own mother was two weeks overdue with me... That said I'm determined to go this side of Christmas!
That's exciting that you might go soon. I have loads to do still, and we're getting tiles put down in the kitchen this week so baby better stay put 0 -
38 weeks today and my last day in work... yikes! Hope you are all well - I've slowed down a fair bit the last few days, big increase in the nosebleeds too which is annoying but not the end of the world. Pelvis getting a bit soft now but that will all help (i hope) nearer the time. I was told that I wouldn't be allowed to go over my due date (IVF) so if Baby doesn't show in the next 14 days, its off to CUMH for an induction today two weeks. Exciting times!
Still trying to sort broadband at home so may be off-line for a while while waiting for a service engineer. If so, I want to wish all the lovely ladies in here continued good health and safe, healthy and happy labours - may the real work begin for us all over the next few weeks x 0 -
38 weeks today and my last day in work... yikes! Hope you are all well - I've slowed down a fair bit the last few days, big increase in the nosebleeds too which is annoying but not the end of the world. Pelvis getting a bit soft now but that will all help (i hope) nearer the time. I was told that I wouldn't be allowed to go over my due date (IVF) so if Baby doesn't show in the next 14 days, its off to CUMH for an induction today two weeks. Exciting times!
Still trying to sort broadband at home so may be off-line for a while while waiting for a service engineer. If so, I want to wish all the lovely ladies in here continued good health and safe, healthy and happy labours - may the real work begin for us all over the next few weeks x
Wow happy last day at work! I'm a week behind you with a baby who's just turned breech.. Still feeling good so hoping it'll continue til work stops.. Enjoy 1st day no work tomorrow x0 -
Is everyone's baby head down at this stage?
I'm 35 weeks tomorrow and baby is breech! My first daughter was breech too, and I'm wondering is there some reason why they find that position more comfortable in my uterus! My next cons appointment is not for another 2 weeks so i'll be second guessing this little one for the entire time0 -
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I'm over from due jan 15 page, due jan 1st ! I'm 34 weeks and my baby is in breech position too!!!
Do you mind me asking op what happened on your first when it was breech thanks
It's standard procedure here to do an elective section for breech babies. There just aren't any experienced consultants any more in the Irish maternity hospitals to attend breech births as far as I know.
I was assessed for an ECV in the Holles St breech clinic at 37 weeks - it's less likely to work for first time mothers as there is less room generally, things are 'tighter' and it does add a bit of risk to the baby, they might get distressed and it may end in an emergency section. We decided against it but plenty of women do go for it, and it turns the baby successfully!
So I was given a section date at 39 weeks, and scanned that morning. If the baby had turned, I would have been sent home to wait for a natural labour, but she hadn't so I was sectioned at 10am that morning. It wasn't all that bad, very 'civilised' and calm and my daughter was healthy most importantly! Just not too impressed I may be facing a second section. They don't like to wait much longer than 39 weeks in case you end up going into labour and then having to get an emergency section - better all round that it's a planned section.
Anyway at 34 weeks, there is still time for your baby to turn. They generally aren't too concerned until 36/37 weeks when it's less likely (but it does still happen!).
Best of luck with it - oh and check out the Spinning Babies website for ideas to help baby turn 0 -
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Thanks for that I'm hoping and praying baby turns !!!! How long do u need to stay in after wards ??? Il def be checking out that website thanks again
I stayed for only 2 nights because I was eligible for the Early Release scheme - but I think it's usually 2-5 nights. I couldn't wait to get home tbh!
Keep us posted! I'm 37 weeks on Thursday - have a consultant apt so will find out where mine is lying then (pretty sure he is still breech though)0 -
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Wow Pinkshoes, congratulations!!! That must have been a very surreal week for you. Very glad to hear everything is well and the breastfeeding is going smoothly, I remember the first few weeks are tough!
Why were they concerned with her weight btw? 5lbs is small but not tiny I don't think? Were they concerned about placenta or anything?
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