December 2017 babies club

Milly33 · 09-10-2017 05:01PM

I was thinking that at the start Andreac but not sure it is,as I haven't got any pins n needles with it, and the soreness is in just one hand.. Going to the GP on Wens and shall see what she says.. Noticed more skin tags too on the belly driving me mad...

Cant advise on the maternity but just wondering when applying for it, do you just put down your presumed due date. I wasn't going to apply as I am not working, but have been trying to find work but really who is going to hire me now. So the lady in the intreo office said I may actually apply for the benefit as I worked for 2 weeks..

Toots · 09-10-2017 06:25PM

andreac wrote: »

Just got my Flu jab. Was grand. She was saying it's the Tetanus in the Whooping Cough one that makes your arm quite sore.

I had both at the same time but they put one in each arm. Flu jab arm was grand, but the whooping cough arm had swelling and tenderness at the injection site for about 5 days after. Apparently that was to be expected, and it certainly wasn't debilitating or anything, just a pain in the arse if I accidentally whacked off the tender bit :pac:

geez · 09-10-2017 07:47PM

Had my 32 weeks scan today. Baby is measuring big so they are doing the gestational diabetes test. Really don't know why they don't just test everyone. Baby is also breech. Still have time but just feel it will be a c section for me. Anyone else have their 32 week scan?

Milly33 · 09-10-2017 08:12PM

I didn't think you got another scan must be great to see again.. just wondering does anyone know where to get Moses basket covers

shortstuff! · 09-10-2017 08:45PM

andreac wrote: »

I sent off my maternity Benefit form today. Do you get confirmation back from them or what way does it work?

I got a text confirming receipt of application today, sent it off 10 days ago.

In for the glucose tolerance test tomorrow, no fasting thankfully!

Toots · 09-10-2017 09:00PM

Milly33 wrote: »

I didn't think you got another scan must be great to see again.. just wondering does anyone know where to get Moses basket covers

Is this the type of thing you mean?

lashes34 · 09-10-2017 09:28PM

shortstuff! wrote: »

I got a text confirming receipt of application today, sent it off 10 days ago.

In for the glucose tolerance test tomorrow, no fasting thankfully!

I sent mine 4 weeks ago and havent had any correspondence from them at all. Do I need to follow uo do you think? Done it online as thought that was the quickest way.

God luck tomorrow!

Milly33 · 10-10-2017 01:27PM

Toots wrote: »

Is this the type of thing you mean?

Thanks, no a full cover as such to pretty it up like this https://media.littlewoodsireland.ie/i/littlewoodsireland/UV971_SQ1_0000000099_N-A_SLf1?$266x354_standard$[/IMG]

heldel00 · 10-10-2017 03:24PM

lashes34 wrote: »

I sent mine 4 weeks ago and havent had any correspondence from them at all. Do I need to follow uo do you think? Done it online as thought that was the quickest way.

God luck tomorrow!

Posted mine a week ago and text from them today to say they recieved it and will be in touch at a later stage about their decision.

shortstuff! · 10-10-2017 03:28PM

lashes34 wrote: »

I sent mine 4 weeks ago and havent had any correspondence from them at all. Do I need to follow uo do you think? Done it online as thought that was the quickest way.

God luck tomorrow!

Yeah I'd give them a ring at this stage in case you need to resubmit or did you get an email confirmation? Maybe you get that instead of the text when doing it online?

In the middle of the glucose test now, eek!

andreac · 11-10-2017 10:56AM

Well im a bit of a disaster at the mo :-(

Got bloods taken last week and few issues going on which i need to talk to my consultant about. Ive high white cell count which could indicate some sort of infection going on, my Cholesterol is high which is down to my diet i presume (which hasn't been that great lately to be honest).

Then my iron is low too along with some Thyroid issue. Not sure exactly what way the Thyroid thing is and what affect it's having on me.

Then i have to have a tooth pulled or Root Canal so im just not in a good place at the moment, aaahhhh.

spottybananas · 11-10-2017 11:39AM

Pregnancy makes cholesterol high, it shouldnt be tested during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Babies need cholesterol for brain development.

andreac · 11-10-2017 11:49AM

spottybananas wrote: »

Pregnancy makes cholesterol high, it shouldnt be tested during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Babies need cholesterol for brain development.

Oh really? I didn't know that. He just ran a full bloods and i suppose that was one result that was on it along with all the others.

This is why i want to chat to my consultant properly about it as im sure there are some issues brought on by pregnancy etc.

Thanks for letting me know

lashes34 · 11-10-2017 11:51AM

geez wrote: »

Baby is also breech. Still have time but just feel it will be a c section for me. Anyone else have their 32 week scan?

Mine too, Im ok with the idea of a section if its needed, Im not going to stress about it. How do you feel about it? They say 95% will have turned by 36 weeks so there is still time.

Are you private or why are you getting a 32 week scan? I dont think thats standard? We have booked in for a private 3D scan on Friday, they freak me out a bit as the baby looks melted but will go for a look!

shortstuff! wrote: »

Yeah I'd give them a ring at this stage in case you need to resubmit or did you get an email confirmation? Maybe you get that instead of the text when doing it online?

In the middle of the glucose test now, eek!

Didnt get email confirmation but I did screenshot everything so will give them a buzz and see. How did the test go?

andreac wrote: »

Ive high white cell count which could indicate some sort of infection going on, my Cholesterol is high which is down to my diet i presume (which hasn't been that great lately to be honest).

Then my iron is low too along with some Thyroid issue. Not sure exactly what way the Thyroid thing is and what affect it's having on me.

Then i have to have a tooth pulled or Root Canal so im just not in a good place at the moment, aaahhhh.

You poor thing Andrea, horrible to have so much extra going on. I had a root canal done at 17 weeks, was rotten but I got through it after years of getting knocked out for the dentist so you will be fine!

bee06 · 11-10-2017 11:56AM

I had assumed they'd do a quick scan at every appointment going forward to check the position of the baby? Is this not the case?

lashes34 · 11-10-2017 12:01PM

bee06 wrote: »

I had assumed they'd do a quick scan at every appointment going forward to check the position of the baby? Is this not the case?

If you are private then yes, or if you have diabetes they do growth scans but otherwise I dont think so.

They know from feel what way the baby is lying and imagine if they arent sure they will scan then?

andreac · 11-10-2017 12:08PM

lashes34 wrote: »

You poor thing Andrea, horrible to have so much extra going on. I had a root canal done at 17 weeks, was rotten but I got through it after years of getting knocked out for the dentist so you will be fine!

Think im just going to get it out. It's near the back so won't be seen and i just can't imagine getting a root canal done, plus the cost as well is mental :eek:

lashes34 · 11-10-2017 12:09PM

andreac wrote: »

Think im just going to get it out. It's near the back so won't be seen and i just can't imagine getting a root canal done, plus the cost as well is mental :eek:

Yep, I had to get two done this year. Torture in more than one way :mad:

bee06 · 11-10-2017 12:20PM

lashes34 wrote: »

If you are private then yes, or if you have diabetes they do growth scans but otherwise I dont think so.

They know from feel what way the baby is lying and imagine if they arent sure they will scan then?

Ahh, I see. I still can't figure out how they know what bit of the baby they are poking when they are feeling the bump. I've tried myself and don't have a clue. Practice makes perfect I guess.

lashes34 · 11-10-2017 12:21PM

bee06 wrote: »

Ahh, I see. I still can't figure out how they know what bit of the baby they are poking when they are feeling the bump. I've tried myself and don't have a clue. Practice makes perfect I guess.

I think they distinguish between head and bum as the bum is softer!

spottybananas · 11-10-2017 12:27PM

I think scan/no scan varies hospital to hospital. At mine you get a scan at every appointment.

Milly33 · 11-10-2017 02:15PM

Oh Andreac, you need a day for you!!! Go spoil yourself or arrange a nice girly day.. A lot to be going though hopefully all will sort itself, or what as such do you have to do..

Pregnancy is just so weird the things it effects.. Was at the GP today so all is good. The little miss is in position head down.. I was wondering if she had moved as one day it felt like she was sideways, and the kicks are getting very like high jogs at the moment but high up in the belly.. I noticed in the last few days that my lower belly feels less tight, was thinking maybe that is because the head is lower... Asked about the wrist and tisnt carpel tunnel anyway must just keep an eye on it..

andreac · 11-10-2017 02:33PM

Yeah i need a pamper day. Got myself a voucher at the baby fair last weekend, for a salon based in Swords that specialise in pregnancy massages etc, as they have a special table so you don't have to lie on your side. I was going to wait until i have finished up work to go but i might go before that.

Yeah hopefully all can be sorted out easy enough. Feel exhausted today but it's prob a combo of everything going on.

I feel like im getting movement/kicks right up high, feels diff than the other ones down lower.

Milly33 · 11-10-2017 02:48PM

Do go for it now!! Might help you I don't want to say relax but just shut off for a little bit.. Sounds heavenly... Then at least you know if they are good you can book another for when you finish work!!!

I was just watching videos there at 31 weeks and tis mad the movements, they must be little legs kicks up high.. I love the shimmy movements as if they are doing a little wiggle

geez · 11-10-2017 10:10PM

Hi there I'm public and had a scan at 12 weeks and wasn't seen by the hospital again til this week at 32 went privately for the anomaly. They did this one as a growth scan and as he is breech I'm back again in 4 weeks to check his positioning so they can make a call on c section etc. He's also measuring big! Not overly worried about a section if I'm going to be scheduled in early I'd like to leave work is my only issue lol

bee06 · 11-10-2017 10:13PM

Still loads of time for baby to turn Geez. My doctor said breech is nothing to worry about until at least 35 weeks.

shortstuff! · 11-10-2017 10:38PM

No phone call today so assuming I passed the GD test!

Into 2weekly appointments now! It'll start to fly from here on in:)

Oh that is a lot going on Andreac, try take it easy and def book that massage!!

Lots of time for babies to turn yet! I'm opting for a section this time round (emergency section after failed induction last time), so it's really not that bad at all if it does come to it! Have a look at spinning babies website and positions to try to move baby:)

Toots · 12-10-2017 04:51PM

That's good news! Did they give you a time that they'd ring you by? I'm not looking forward to the entire day watching my phone like it's a bomb that's about to go off

:(

Milly33 · 12-10-2017 04:55PM

Getting through washing and ironing (I know but I like to iron) baby clothes, my feet are killing me cant stand for too long....

How often do babies actually turn fully?

Went to the chemist yesterday for a cheer up for bits and left with cotton wool!! Was laughing my knee keeps clicking so thought Id get some deep heat, nope cant use that.. After that I said fine ill try the tea tree (which is on the safe list) foot socks to spruce the feet up and nope they said they would not advise using it..Hard to even treat yourself.... On the plus side just about to book a private session with the Doula, was not going to bother doing anything but sure twud ans a few questions at least.

How did ye ladies get on with the antenatal classes, are they worth it, got mostly no's from people I have spoken too

Toots · 12-10-2017 05:29PM

I did a one-day one when I was expecting my first and found it good, mainly because she went through what would actually happen when from when you arrived at the hospital to when you gave birth (whether it be vaginal or section) so it took a bit of the 'fear of the unknown' element out of it. I'm not going to bother doing one this time around. The midwife asked me at my booking appointment whether we wanted one but also said "don't put yourself under pressure to go, you've given birth once, they still come out the same way!"

December 2017 babies club

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