Due January 2019

Cash_Q · 24-07-2018 7:54pm

Wexy86 wrote:

Also, anyone else a part of the rollercoaster Facebook spin off Jan 2019 page? Getting a bit much wanting hospital/scan photos to continue being member!

Omg that's a bit much! I'm in an October group that was set up via rollercoaster and it's a great source of support and advice, but I wouldn't share any scan photos in it. Just my personal preference not to do so. There are loads of girls in the group who've never posted or interacted and that's fine too, everyone approaches these things differently. Are the admins super paranoid or something? As if anyone would bother joining the group if they're not actually expecting!

__oc__ · 31-07-2018 8:49pm

StillN wrote: »

Ah deadly so you will probably be attending in August for the Anomaly, do you know who your consultant is? I have Dr Dunn but hoping to transfer across to Midwives once I get the go ahead from the Doc and then transfer back at 38 weeks. Due to previous c-section I can't stay on midwife scheme for the full 40+ weeks!

Hope the pregnancy has been good to you?

hey I don't have my anomaly until middle of September will be 22 weeks by the time I have it. have booked a private scan up in babybond in newry as only £39 (I work in dublin so not too much of a drive) will have that when I'm 17 weeks so will hopefully tide me over until the 22 week scan.

my consultant is dr Murphy, but also hoping to transfer across to the midwives.

finding the waiting difficult as over all the symptoms from the dreaded first trimester but not having symptoms seems to make me worry more.

MiliMe · 05-08-2018 11:28am

I'm just 16 weeks now and the kicking has begun. It's really is such an amazing feeling.

Periwinkle! · 05-08-2018 9:42pm

Im 16 weeks on Tuesday and can't wait to feel movement.

StillN · 08-08-2018 9:48am

__oc__ wrote: »

hey I don't have my anomaly until middle of September will be 22 weeks by the time I have it. have booked a private scan up in babybond in newry as only £39 (I work in dublin so not too much of a drive) will have that when I'm 17 weeks so will hopefully tide me over until the 22 week scan.

my consultant is dr Murphy, but also hoping to transfer across to the midwives.

finding the waiting difficult as over all the symptoms from the dreaded first trimester but not having symptoms seems to make me worry more.

Yeah I understand I'm in that period now too, over first trimester, 18 weeks and not feeling a thing, I don't think so anyway! I definitely felt movement earlier on my first pregnancy around the 16 week mark, so that has me really worried. I am longing for the anomaly now...

Went to my doc for check up the other day as the 20 week hospital check up will be my first hospital visit, we chatted for so long and when he'd finished I asked if he was going to do my bloods, he just said "ah you'll be grand your hospital appointment is in 2/3 weeks" I wasn't feeling very reassured....

__oc__ · 08-08-2018 10:15am

StillN wrote: »

Yeah I understand I'm in that period now too, over first trimester, 18 weeks and not feeling a thing, I don't think so anyway! I definitely felt movement earlier on my first pregnancy around the 16 week mark, so that has me really worried. I am longing for the anomaly now...

Went to my doc for check up the other day as the 20 week hospital check up will be my first hospital visit, we chatted for so long and when he'd finished I asked if he was going to do my bloods, he just said "ah you'll be grand your hospital appointment is in 2/3 weeks" I wasn't feeling very reassured....

It’s not great is it? My GP hasn’t taken bloods from me either, but I trust her so will go with it. I have my booking appointment next week and then anomaly in mid September, is it normal to do these two appointment separately?

Only a few days until my gender scan up north, really excited to see baby again but nervous at the same time if that makes sense

StillN · 08-08-2018 10:21am

__oc__ wrote: »

It’s not great is it? My GP hasn’t taken bloods from me either, but I trust her so will go with it. I have my booking appointment next week and then anomaly in mid September, is it normal to do these two appointment separately?

Only a few days until my gender scan up north, really excited to see baby again but nervous at the same time if that makes sense

I don't know as I think I have mine together, will check my letter later. I was with Midwives the last time so think I had an appointment with them first then went over for my scan and then came back to the midwives, it was all such a lovely relaxing enjoyable experience!

You must be so excited about your scan, I'm sure it will all be okay and it will put your mind at rest. Do you have a feeling as to what you're having?!

Sarabi18 · 08-08-2018 4:02pm

16 weeks here too and only had a few odd movements here and there
Had a quick scan yesterday which was comforting, but really can't wait for the big scan in a months time

Anomaly scan not until September... nervous/ excited for that one!

Peppery · 08-08-2018 10:21pm

I’m over 18 weeks now and no definite movement. I have thought that some fluttering before I go to sleep at night is movement but I haven’t had anything where I can definitely say it’s movement! Certainly no kicking. I’ve read it can be normal on a first baby though not to feel anything until 20ish weeks. I have my anomaly scan at end of August so cannot wait for that. We know we’re having a girl, have a name picked out and everything for certain!!

wagonwheel2 · 09-08-2018 10:44am

Hi everyone,
18 weeks today and not feeling anything either in relation to kicks etc nor do i have any real bump yet.

Most people wouldn't even realise i was pregnant I'd say.
Had a scan last week and all good. My anomaly scan is end of August and hoping to find out the gender as at the last scan, the baby's backside was facing us and the consultant didn't wait long enough for it to turn around.

Feeling nearly normal again although am low in iron so on supplements and my energy isn't back to what it used to be yet.
Hope everyone else is feeling good.

natc · 09-08-2018 8:32pm

Hi ladies, great to see your all doing so well. 18 weeks here too and can feel movement daily now. It’s not strong movement or anything but it’s enough that I can be certain of what it is!

Had GP visit today and all checks were normal and heard the heartbeat so that was a nice birthday present to get!

Have anomaly scan on 27th so hoping everything looks good. Not finding out the gender though. Just hoping for a healthy happy surprise at the end!

natc · 20-08-2018 9:11am

Woohoo 20 weeks today so officially half way!!

StillN · 21-08-2018 10:54am

natc wrote: »

Hi ladies, great to see your all doing so well. 18 weeks here too and can feel movement daily now. It’s not strong movement or anything but it’s enough that I can be certain of what it is!

Had GP visit today and all checks were normal and heard the heartbeat so that was a nice birthday present to get!

Have anomaly scan on 27th so hoping everything looks good. Not finding out the gender though. Just hoping for a healthy happy surprise at the end!

Delighted to hear all is well! Aaaaand that you're half way there! You won't feel it now till your scan! Starting to feel a bit of movement too but a lot more cushioned/muffled than the 1st which was way more obvious so I am thinking I possibly have an anterior placenta, meaning it's sitting at the front of my tummy rather than my back.

Has anyone else had this or had any complications as a result?

Oh and I have my anomaly scan tomorrow so will know a lot more then!

natc · 21-08-2018 11:37am

StillN wrote: »

Delighted to hear all is well! Aaaaand that you're half way there! You won't feel it now till your scan! Starting to feel a bit of movement too but a lot more cushioned/muffled than the 1st which was way more obvious so I am thinking I possibly have an anterior placenta, meaning it's sitting at the front of my tummy rather than my back.

Has anyone else had this or had any complications as a result?

Oh and I have my anomaly scan tomorrow so will know a lot more then!

I had an anterior on my last pregnancy. It just means you need to be a bit more attentive to movements in the earlier phase as they can go unnoticed otherwise. As baby grows they do become stronger and more noticeable. If you ever have any doubts don’t be afraid to go to the hospital, I had a couple of visits due to what I thought was lack of movements but I just couldn’t feel them. Midwives were very understanding and reassuring.

It never caused any complications for me with regards delivery or the rest of pregnancy. I had a normal delivery so not sure if it would cause problems for a c-section though.

I’m sure if it is anterior, at your scan tomorrow they can address any possible issues with you. Best of luck with it.

StillN · 21-08-2018 2:44pm

natc wrote: »

I had an anterior on my last pregnancy. It just means you need to be a bit more attentive to movements in the earlier phase as they can go unnoticed otherwise. As baby grows they do become stronger and more noticeable. If you ever have any doubts don’t be afraid to go to the hospital, I had a couple of visits due to what I thought was lack of movements but I just couldn’t feel them. Midwives were very understanding and reassuring.

It never caused any complications for me with regards delivery or the rest of pregnancy. I had a normal delivery so not sure if it would cause problems for a c-section though.

I’m sure if it is anterior, at your scan tomorrow they can address any possible issues with you. Best of luck with it.

Thanks a mill. I had a c-section last time so I am hoping I don't need one this time and wondered if this would be a stumbling block to having to have one again. I'm sure it's not and as you say can discuss it after my scan tomorrow!

natc · 25-08-2018 6:07pm

For anyone who has had their anomaly scans done, how have they went? Have mine on Monday and I’m really looking forward to it!

I’m back to work on Monday afternoon so spent the past week erring a few things organized. Have a cot and travel system ordered. Won’t collect until Christmas week. I had a bugaboo for the last baby but my husband seems to have misplaced the chassis and seat frame so went pricing the parts and it’s not worth it considering I’m finished after this baby so just ordered another system which works out cheaper then the parts for the bugaboo!

Peppery · 25-08-2018 11:17pm

Don’t have my anomaly scan until next week too but I ended up having another scan as had to go to A&E with a spotting for anti-d. Each scan is such a relief!

You sound very organised! I’m worried about ordering things too early but I have the pram chosen. I’m planning on getting a yo-yo zen, because it’s so small and neat.

natc · 26-08-2018 1:59pm

Peppery wrote: »

Don’t have my anomaly scan until next week too but I ended up having another scan as had to go to A&E with a spotting for anti-d. Each scan is such a relief!

You sound very organised! I’m worried about ordering things too early but I have the pram chosen. I’m planning on getting a yo-yo zen, because it’s so small and neat.

Peppery I’m glad to hear all is ok. I’ve had spotting throughout my two previous pregnancies and required anti-d also so I know the worry that can cause.

I’ve never heard of that pram before. There’s so many options these days! Local shop just had this baby elegance one on Facebook and that was the decision made!

I’m only getting organized now because I know come closer to the time I won’t be able to function and Santa will be the priority in the house. Before I was pregnant I barely managed to get up town for anything due to working full time, school runs and after school activities so I know it’s just going to get worse this term.... online shopping will be my life!

StillN · 28-08-2018 11:41am

Had my anomoly scan last Wednesday. It went really well, another little girl for us! Can't believe it! The consultant was very supportive of a VBAC which I was glad about but wasn't allowed to do the midwife led care this time as I had a section previously. But otherwise everything seems healthy and well. Won't see the consultant now again until 32 weeks! Plan to get more organised when I get back from hols the end of September/Oct. It's just as well it's another girl as I don't feel a big mad rush now to buy loads of new things although will get a few newbies closer to the time, look forward to hearing how you all get on!

Oh has anyone ever had to take a Tinzaparin injection for traveling long haul on a flight when pregnant? Was prescribed this by the consultant and the compression stockings. I don't have a history of blood clots or any problems that way so called my own doc who said I could prob fly without it as long as I keep mobile and wear the stockings. Be interested to hear if anyone else had to do this!

natc · 28-08-2018 5:33pm

StillN I’m delighted to hear everything went well and your consultant was encouraging about a VBAC. Another girl will be lovely. What age is your little girl?

I’ve never travelled long haul whilst pregnant so can’t offer any advice on what you should do. Your prob not going to get better advice than that of your GP.

Had my anomaly scan yesterday and everything went really well. Measuring slightly big but that’s just normal for me I think! My 10 yr old girl was delighted to see the baby when the sonographer switched to 3D. Her and her daddy begged to find out the gender but I put my foot down!

Back to work yesterday too after having the summer off and I’m starting to really suffer from SPD. I think sitting all day is not helping things as all the pressure is going through my pelvis. Suffered with this on my last pregnancy too but it had resolved itself by this stage. Have a doc appt in 2 wks so will see what she recommends.

StillN · 29-08-2018 9:54am

Our other girl is almost 14 months so she will be 19 months when the little one arrives!

Ah that's amazing you got to see it 3D, I've always been keen to see what it would be like

I discovered in about March/April that I had a tilted pelvis (I actually thought I had hurt my back from shoveling snow in the bad weather we had) I started to get bad back pain that wouldn't go away for weeks. But the X-Rays were obvious that my pelvis was tilting forward more on one side and one of the lower vertebrae were sitting at an awkward angle so the nerves weren't able to pass through freely. I didn't have any pain or unusual discomforts in my last pregnancy so it hit me all of a sudden. I started to see a Chiropractor to straighten things up and it's definitely helped. I've heard it can also help with SPD?

wagonwheel2 · 30-08-2018 2:09pm

Hi everyone,

Had my anomaly scan today and all good with baby. Found out it is a girl which was my guess but my husband thought it was going to be a boy.

At the stage now of feeling normal.

Hope everyone else is doing good.

natc · 01-09-2018 10:34am

That’s great to hear Wagonwheel, such a relief to see and hear all is going good from the anomaly scan.

StillN, your girls will be so close growing up together, that’ll be lovely for them.

I might look in to that, my husband is currently seeing a chiropractor because he hurt his back last week unnecessarily messing around with the car tyres so once we see how he goes I might go to him.

I’ve just finished my first week back to work and I must admit I was ready for bed at 2pm yesterday! I have enough annual leave left that I could take a half day every Friday between now and start of maternity leave so I might look in to that.

Periwinkle! · 08-09-2018 10:34pm

Hope everyone is keeping well. Anyone have good recommendations for a travel system that isn't ridiculously priced.

natc · 09-09-2018 11:37am

Periwinkle! wrote: »

Hope everyone is keeping well. Anyone have good recommendations for a travel system that isn't ridiculously priced.

I’m getting the baby elegance Mist. It comes with the car seat, bassinet and stroller seat for €300 in my local shop anyway. Rain covers included too which is vital for winter babies! Think the guy in the shop said the manufacturers reduced it right across all shops so worth checking out. It’s black and grey and very easy to drive and fold down.

I’ve had a hauck travel system before and a bugaboo and I’m quiet happy with this. Obviously big difference in the quality between this and the bugaboo but the replacement parts for the bugaboo were just too expensive to justify the cost again!

Periwinkle! · 09-09-2018 10:58pm

That's a really good price. Going to check that one out. I had my eye on the Baby Elegance Beep Twist travel system and that's €449. Dont want to be going over €500 especially with this been our first baby and having to buy everything.

Jude13 · 18-09-2018 7:24am

We had the scan and blood test done which confirmed so far so good and that we are having a girl.

I have the nursery painted and all the stuff bought bar a nursing chair.

How long are you're fathers to be taking off work? I get 2 days with my firm.

Cash_Q · 18-09-2018 9:03am

Jude13 wrote:

How long are you're fathers to be taking off work? I get 2 days with my firm.

So you mean 2 paid days?
If you're in Ireland you're entitled to 2 weeks paternity leave. Social Welfare payment of 240euro per week is made at this time, and it's up to your employer whether or not they top it up to equal your wages. Obviously it is a financial hardship if they don't top it up, but you are entitled to the two weeks off work.

Jude13 · 18-09-2018 9:09am

Yes, two paid days. I'm not in Ireland, I was looking to compare it to Ireland as we have offices it there.

Thanks for the info.

Peppery · 18-09-2018 5:01pm

My husband will be taking the 2 weeks. He’s lucky and gets paid in full. He’ll be able to work from home a lot in the first few weeks too. I think employers should have to top up paternity, because it must be so hard to take the time off if you’re getting reduced salary.

I’m at the 24 week mark. Feels like a nice milestone with viability chances! Still not getting any of the possible pregnancy symptoms yet so fingers crossed that lasts even longer!

Jude13 · 19-09-2018 5:05am

Thanks for the feedback, I hope this isnt taken the wrong way but in the last week snoring has become an issue. I was awake from 3 am so decided to get up. Is this nature training me for early feeds?

StillN · 27-09-2018 9:58am

So just an update, we traveled to South Africa, I didn't take the blood thinner injections just wore the compression socks and drank lots of water and stayed mobile and I'm still here to tell the tale! But on the day we were leaving, just as we were about to walk out the door I got a letter from the hospital stating that I have a Group B Strep Infection which was detected in the urine sample I gave at my anomaly scan appointment. Has anyone else had this? I managed to get a prescription for Antibiotics over there which I wasn't sure I'd get to be honest, but was really annoyed that the hospital didn't call me to tell me. There was 2 weeks or more between when I was at the hospital and when I left for hols so I feel they could have called. This might not be that serious but it was added to the stress of the day, not knowing anything about it I called the hospital to ask what GBS was and I kept getting answering machines, eventually I got to speak to one of the assistant doctors and they were so rude... Anyway, I'm feeling well it's not something that comes with symptoms but will ask my GP a bit more about it tomorrow at a routine check up. Hope you are all doing well x

natc · 29-09-2018 3:28pm

I’m very jealous of your trip to South Africa! I’d love to go there, don’t think I could manage that trip when pregnant though!

I don’t know much about GBS but that’s a pretty ****ty bit of news to get when your away like that, especially when you had time beforehand to be contacted. Who knows what they were at with the sample.

My husband will prob take the two weeks paternity leave whether his employer tops it up or not. Time spent with the baby is more important for us than money. We’ve managed before and we’ll make it work again.

I’m at the 26wk mark now and feeling good. Managing a bit more walking these days although it is limited by my SPD but i just missed walking. Had to take a day here and there from work due to the pain in my hips/pelvis. My GP wants to see me at 30 wks to assess it and see about work. I have a belt now which is why I think walking is easier but in work I sit all day upright and all the pressure is going through my pelvis and it’s agony at the end of most days. If there was a way I could work half days it would be great but not going to happen!

Have my next hospital appointment with scan and GTT etc in two weeks so can’t wait for that. Another chance to see the baby. Started putting my bags together. Just picking up bits and pieces each week now. Also clearing out and rewashing bits in the hot press to see what I have left over from the other two, needless to say it’s not a lot as after our second we thought we were done!

Cash_Q · 06-10-2018 8:04pm

StillN wrote:

I got a letter from the hospital stating that I have a Group B Strep Infection which was detected in the urine sample I gave at my anomaly scan appointment. Has anyone else had this?

I was diagnosed with this at over 36w pregnant. I was phoned by the midwife clinic about it which was great as I could ask questions. They explained that I would need to be on IV antibiotics in labour and that I would be kept in for monitoring for 48 hours minimum post delivery. It is a very serious condition for baby and I would simply count yourself lucky that it was detected, as it is not routinely screened for, and can have a serious affect on baby if it's not treated in labour. I don't know if it can be treated ahead of labour.

In the end I was diagnosed with pre eclampsia a couple of days later and this obviously impacted my labour, delivery etc much more so than the strep B but my baby girl is 11 days old here and snoozing on my lap so really it's nothing to worry about.

natc · 19-10-2018 12:11pm

Had 28 wk check up on wed and all going good. Had GTT done and passed that thankfully. I noticed though that when doing my fasting bloods wed morning the midwife said they were testing for thyroid problems now too. Is that a new regular test they include in bloods now? Was never mentioned before and I’ve never had any thyroid issues that would have flagged the need for a test.

Peppery · 23-10-2018 8:34pm

Hope everyone is getting in well

Just at 29 weeks now. Starting to get my bag ready for hospital. Also having a 3D scan next week, can’t wait to see the pictures!

Have to say I’ve been so impressed with the public service is Holles St so far. I’ve had a scan and visit with a doctor at every hospital appointment and I’ve never spent more than 45mins at an appointment. Have been lucky!

I’m waiting for the major discomfort of the third trimester to start but other than Braxton Hicks when I’ve been walking I’m still getting on okay.

wagonwheel2 · 24-10-2018 11:12am

Hi everyone,

All going pretty well with me so far. Nearly 29 weeks. Started getting heartburn though but not too bad so far.

Had a lot of stressful outside pregnancy events going on the last while, had to move out of our apartment as we thought the landlady was moving back in, turns out she wanted us out so she could up the rent by over €500 so lodged a complaint to RTB about her and her antics. (We were in the rent pressure zone). We were lucky though as we were in a position to buy and found a house but the dishonesty of her is what disappointed me so much. We are now waiting on our new build house to be finished while living at my In Laws which isn't the greatest as nice as my in laws are, their house seems to be stuck in a 1980s time warp, cleanliness and privacy isn't very forthcoming there either so the sooner i am out the better. They take care of my cat though while we go on holidays so I am very grateful to them but they are driving me and my husband a bit bonkers. Let's just say absence makes the heart grow fonder. The cat seems very happy though to be living in such a big space now rather than our tiny apartment as he is indoor only.

All good with baby girl though. She is moving around like mad. In Holles Street too but semi private clinic, happy with it but usually only get seen for about 5 mins with consultant and that is it and I keep forgetting to ask questions then so i'm out the door before I think of what I should have asked. Going to bring a list with me next time.

__oc__ · 13-11-2018 7:54am

Hi everyone. Just over the 30 weeks mark here and still feeling relatively ok. Feeling lots of movement and having fornightly checks, time seems to be dragging yet flying by at the same time.
Have hospital bags nearly packed but working 12 hour shifts doesn’t leave a lot of energy to finish packing them in the evenings

Hoping to keep working as long as I can will just see how the body copes with everything.

Can’t believe I am at this stage and full term still seems so far away

Brazzer · 16-11-2018 1:22pm

Hi Girls,

At the 30 week mark here too. Hard to believe it's been so long since we all tested and got the good news. I had my GTT 2 weeks ago and got a phone call to say my fasting bloods came in slightly risen, 5.2 and should ideally be 5.0. The Doctor said she wasn't concerned and to do the test again and hopefully the reading would be lower. Anyone else ever experience this? I never did on my other pregnancies. I feel fine and have no other symptoms. I have no idea how to get a good reading, breakfast club with 4 other kids under 5 is just a no go for me.

Hope everyone else is doing good and are enjoying hitting the single digit countdown of weeks :-)

natc · 17-11-2018 6:35pm

Gosh wagonwheel2 that’s a pain to have to deal with in the middle of pregnancy. Glad you’ll be sorted soon though!

Just at 33 weeks here and seriously feeling the effects now. Heartburn is unrelenting, back ache is ramping up as are the constant cramps but thankfully SPD has settled a bit.

I’m signed off work now due to my back. When I get up at first after sitting or lying down for any length I actually need to use something to support me as the pain is unbearable in my lower back/hips when I put my weight through them to walk. I’ll be lucky to make it to the end of Dec at this rate! Doc reckons baby is big and I’m already running out of space, uterus has reached the top of my torso. Looks like I’ll be 3 for 3 on the big babies!

wagonwheel2 · 04-12-2018 8:42am

@Natc, hope you are feeling better now. You seem to be going through a lot in the last few months with baby. My cousin has similar problems to you and is due in two weeks. Hope the rest of your pregnancy goes well.
Had clinic yesterday and scan in hospital. Nearly 35 weeks now. Baby is 5.5lbs and Dr was happy with all with her. Got a nice little scan picture of her face too which I could actually tell was her face, not like the last few ones I got where i coudln't make head nor tail of it.

It was my husband's birthday too yesterday and we were both off work so it was nice.

Finishing up work 28th Dec so still a little bit to go yet. Bodywise, feeling a good bit of pressure and and pain in my back and side here and there especially when sitting for too long. Also getting a lot of heartburn. Moved into our new house too and delighted with it, got most of everything done and it is great to be settled. Brought a cat I used to feed in my old apartment with me and let's say he isn't adjusting too well to indoor life and has been hiding in our utility room for 2 weeks now. Eating and using the litter tray is the only reason i know he is still there. :-// My other (normal) cat has adjusted to the house as if he always lived there.

All else is good. Setting up the baby's room this week.
Hope everyone else is doing well and counting down the weeks.

Alf Veedersane · 16-12-2018 9:56pm

I'd been keeping an eye on this thread as our second was due on January 2nd.

Except he arrived last week

Really good timing...2 weeks paternity takes me up to exactly the start of my Christmas holidays

wagonwheel2 · 17-12-2018 4:36pm

Alf Veedersane wrote: »

I'd been keeping an eye on this thread as our second was due on January 2nd.

Except he arrived last week

Really good timing...2 weeks paternity takes me up to exactly the start of my Christmas holidays

Congratulations.

Brazzer · 20-12-2018 4:12pm

Well girls how are you all doing? Went in today for my apt, 34 weeks and all measuring nicely. Baby has a mop of hair, so funny seeing it flowing in the water. 4 weeks to go until my section, actually if I last until the date she's giving me I only have 26 days until I meet my new little bundle. My other kids are hyper for santa at this stage and it's been a great distraction. I'm doing ok at night, some nights I don't wake to go to the loo at all, not saying i'm sleeping through but I am getting sleep which I don't remember getting at this stage on the other 4!!

Hope everyone is doing good, final hurdle now for most of us, good luck girls x

natc · 29-12-2018 8:46pm

Brazzer, I’m so jealous of you knowing when your going to hold baba! I was convinced I would be gone by now... was on both previous pregnancies so into unknown territory now! 39 weeks now.

I hope everyone had a nice Christmas and got through the last week in one piece. It went surprisingly smooth for me. I even managed to brave some of the sales yesterday, the joys of having a 10yr old daughter with gift cards burning a hole in her pocket!

I have to say today is the most uncomfortable day I’ve had so far in the past month. Wondering is it a sign or just another ****e day!

Here’s hoping things start to kick off soon!

wagonwheel2 · 02-01-2019 12:36am

Hi everyone, my waters broke on Saturday and due to being positive for Strep B I was induced Sunday morning, after 10 hours of nothing happening in labour, I had a C section and now have a beautiful baby girl. Still in Holles Street recovering. Not easy at all. A bit traumatic. Had alot of pain relief throughout and all the staff here have been fantastic.

Éadbha was born on 30th Dec 2018 at 38 weeks and 2 days, 8lbs 2oz so also bigger than we had expected . She is perfect.

natc · 02-01-2019 10:27am

wagonwheel2 wrote: »

Hi everyone, my waters broke on Saturday and due to being positive for Strep B I was induced Sunday morning, after 10 hours of nothing happening in labour, I had a C section and now have a beautiful baby girl. Still in Holles Street recovering. Not easy at all. A bit traumatic. Had alot of pain relief throughout and all the staff here have been fantastic.

Éadbha was born on 30th Dec 2018 at 38 weeks and 2 days, 8lbs 2oz so also bigger than we had expected . She is perfect.

Congrats Wagonwheel! Sorry it didn’t go quite to plan but at least you have baby with you now and you can enjoy all this precious cuddles. Beautiful name by the way.

I’m 39+3 today and in the clinic so hoping they might do an internal and maybe a sweep if possible. Had a show on Konday but not a thing since!

wagonwheel2 · 02-01-2019 7:35pm

natc wrote: »

Congrats Wagonwheel! Sorry it didn’t go quite to plan but at least you have baby with you now and you can enjoy all this precious cuddles. Beautiful name by the way.

I’m 39+3 today and in the clinic so hoping they might do an internal and maybe a sweep if possible. Had a show on Konday but not a thing since!

Hi Natc, thanks for the lovely words. Yes, didnt go to plan but we have her now and wouldn't change a thing about that.

Hope today went well for you.

natc · 04-01-2019 3:43pm

So I’m nearing the end of week 39 now and still nothing to show for it! Had my clinic on Wednesday and doc did a sweep. I was already 2-3cm dilated after having a show on Monday and she could feel baby’s head was low. However nothing has happened since. Was getting regular contractions both Wednesday evening and yesterday evening but they stopped after a couple of hours both times.

Baby has definitely dropped as I can feel a lot of pressure on my lower back and a constant feeling of needing to go to the toilet...(sorry for TMI)

Hopefully these January babies will start making an appearance soon! I know I’m so over being pregnant now!

Peppery · 04-01-2019 7:30pm

Also have only a few days to go to my due date. Have been getting irregular contractions which feel like mild period pain for a few days on and off and very bad lightening pains...but it all keeps stopping!! The wait is tough and the feeling of being out of control, i don’t want to do anything or go anywhere in case my waters break.

Congratulations on the babies born already! I can’t wait to come out the other side.

Due January 2019

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