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Due June 2013
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As they say Murdy, it's better than a kick in the head (the paracetamol that is!!) although I'd much rather a nurofen plus. Mmmm Codeine! Miss it much more than drink. After the baby comes, I'll be hitting all the hard stuff
I meant to ask you all, if you're feeling movements, where exactly are you feeling them? I keep getting a sort of prod really deep inside down where I imagine my bowel/bladder/intestines are. It gives me a sort of jolt! Not kicking at the front, as I imagined it would be like. The baby was breech at the scan so it makes sense I guess, though maybe it's just how the anterior placenta makes the movements feel like.0 -
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krankykitty wrote: »As they say Murdy, it's better than a kick in the head (the paracetamol that is!!) although I'd much rather a nurofen plus. Mmmm Codeine! Miss it much more than drink. After the baby comes, I'll be hitting all the hard stuff
I meant to ask you all, if you're feeling movements, where exactly are you feeling them? I keep getting a sort of prod really deep inside down where I imagine my bowel/bladder/intestines are. It gives me a sort of jolt! Not kicking at the front, as I imagined it would be like. The baby was breech at the scan so it makes sense I guess, though maybe it's just how the anterior placenta makes the movements feel like.
I feel the movements there too - and on my left side, It's a weird feeling, isn't it?! it feels quite deep too
I'm imagining you on a post baby codeine high now! 0 -
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Would ur kicks only last a minute and not too often? Few times day?
I'm still very sick was up all night barely keeping fluids in. Hospital said no need go in but worried effect hav on baby!
Yes lots to buy alright! Will hav keep doing lotto ðŸ˜
lotto win would be great lynda My kicks i feel a few a day not very often as of yet and i mainly feel them when im sitting down.
I hope you feel better soon lynda. Can you take dioralite?0 -
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Hope everyone is feeling better and having a good weekend. Went to the shops for a short while today (really felt the effects on the hips though, lots of pain since). Got a couple of tops in New Look, unfortunately they didn't have any maternity jeans/trousers in my size. H&M unfortunately had put away their maternity stuff as they are renovating. Think I'll be OK with leggings/jeggings and the bump band thing for now. Couldn't resist buying a little hat for baby. It was tiny
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Thanks Krankykitty - I am heading for 19 weeks due the end of June. Don't get me started on the lack of treatment I got last time - my GP at the time told me not to worry he'd sign me off work! I didn't want that but no talk of going to physio or belts or how to relieve the pain - apart from paracetamol. By the time I knew I need hep the physio appointment in the hospital would take too long so I went private and got great relief they were amazing but not specialists in pregnancy related issues. We have since moved to Cork and the hospital and GP are so much better really helpful. I was told I would have to wait 6 weeks for an appointment so should have one in 3 weeks (am calling to make sure they got letter etc). I may have to private but I really want to deal with someone who knows about this. I now know that some pains I was getting around the time of my period is related to this.
And yes I know all the tricks! I recommend a hot water bottle and get into the car butt first and bring in both legs together, get out both legs first (imagine you are wearing a short skirt and the paparazzi are waiting for you!) and do the same getting out of bed. Try not to carry anything heavy - I have 21 month old son who is big for his age so its not so easy. I did Pilates after last time and it really helped tone up all of me and not just my nether regions! But the biggest weight off me is this time around I am at home so I don't have to worry about work! sorry paid employment
I need to get to town alright. I will try to plan as you have and hit the shops. A few people have mentioned H&M so will give them a check.
Hope everyone has had a pain free weekend and things are progressing nicely!0 -
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Welcome aknitter! Sorry to hear you're in so much pain, it really sounds horrible
Hope everyone had a nice weekend, I really enjoyed the cat toilet song video! I am a certified crazy cat lady though so anything with cats is good for me.
I had a quiet weekend, I met friends for lunch on Saturday but that was it. I'm still feeling zombified, just walking around in a daze, sleeping all the time and when I'm awake I just don't feel with it. It's strange. I'm off to the doctor today just to get the sharp pains in my abdomen checked out. I was going to cancel but mum and hubby persuaded me to go. I had low bood pressure last time I was there which apparently can make you very tired because less blood is getting to your brain so probably good to go anyway and get it checked.
I'm 20 weeks today! Half-way \o/ This time three weeks I'll still be at home in bed as well, instead of in work. Handing my notice in today, wish me luck ladies!
This day next week is also my anomaly scan - the excitement!
Hope everyone is feeling better, and viruses etc have cleared up. Not nice being sick at the best of times but it's horrible when you're pregnant.0 -
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aknitter - hopefully you're having a good pain day today. There might be private physios around the place that are specialist in pregnancy, though maybe they're not as thick on the ground as "normal" ones? I was at the physio this morning and again she was saying it's really all about balancing rest (seems like rest gets priority though ) and activity, and also figuring out what activities seem to aggravate it the most. It's grand for me to get rest but I don't envy anyone who has other children to take care of. I think it's actually mentally draining as much as anything else, being in pain and having to think about what you can and can't do.
Murdy, hope your check up at the doctors goes ok and the pain is nothing to worry about (and something they can help fix for you!) Are they on one side/low/high?
Sunshiner, hopefully you can get sorted online with some maternity gear. There are a few floaty shirts in Penneys at the moment, and jeggins that might work well.0 -
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Notice has been handed in, boss was very good and said he knew that I was having a hard time and that it was a pity I wasn't able to give this job my all but these things happen and you have to look after yourself. So, I finish up in three weeks
Pain is on my lower abdomen in the middle and is not crampy, but sharp. It also feels really hard there. I have IBS and I suspect it may be bowel related but we'll see what GP says! Most likely he'll tell me not to worry and it will be a wasted visit. I feel a bit silly going along but peace of mind is worth it
Lynda, so exciting about feeling the baby. My movements have started getting stronger too and it's exciting and also reassuring
Also, my boobs are ginormous (I was a DD to start with) - my husband says they are obscene. With all the weight i lost none of it came off there so they look a bit out of proportion at the moment! Good luck getting measured. I've been wearing maternity bras since I was about 6 weeks and they do make a difference, a lot more comfortable.0 -
Has anyone looked at primary schools yet? (I know, I'm mad)
I looked at my old primary school and the child has to be 4 on 1st June of the year that you want them to start. So unless my child is born early he/she would be 5 starting primary school and probably older than a lot of his/her classmates. I just thought that was interesting, it was one of the concerns about having a summer baby. I think 5 is quite late to start school, knowing what I was like as a kid but maybe it's more normal now?
Another school we're interested in it's that they have to be 4 by 1st September and you can put their name down from birth. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis so I think I'll send in an enrolment form later in the year. I bet people are really competitive for places!0 -
Welcome aknitter hopefully you're not waiting too long to be seen. Sounds v painful.
Glad to hear you're over yr virus Lynda. I've have had to get new bras twice so far this pregnancy, my boobs are enormous at the moment. Found Debenhams the best, nice and soft.
Hope the abdominal pain isn't serious Murdy. Best to get it checked out. Not long til your scan now, you must be excited do you feel relieved having handed in your notice?
I've had a look at one primary school which I'd love boys to go to but I didn't check age starting, must have a look at that. I've been looking at childcare options too. Lots to think about.
I feel bad but kinda wishing this pregnancy over already. Couldn't sleep til all hours last night, terrible heartburn and just couldn't get comfortable in bed. I feel huge and have v little energy. Not feeling my usual self, kindof want my body back. But feel bad as its only a short time in my life. Can anyone recommend a decent pregnancy pillow?0 -
So relieved! It just wasn't working for us at all. I feel slightly worried about money etc but I know as well that we will be ok. We don't have huge expenses, we'll just need to be a bit more careful with the pennies. Tbh, not working will save me money as well so that's a positive thing.
DYING for my scan!! Hopefully we can find out the sex. This time next week I'll have been in. Can't believe I'm halfway already but then like you I want the pregnancy to end. Fed up already, what will I be like in 10/15 weeks time!
Blueskye - they expect you to go early, don't they? In May? so you'd probably have no problems with school age. My husband is not Irish and he didn't start school until 6 so he was a bit confused about how it works when we're talking about it. I just know myself and my bro were raring to go to school at 4 (and my bro only turned 4 the July before starting school) so I'm not sure about starting them at 5. I guess it depends on how mature and bright the child is. It's just interesting to think about and mad that some schools you have to put them down from birth!
How's finding childcare for twins? I'd imagine it will be quite expensive. That's something I don't have to plan for but I was thinking of maybe doing some childminding in my own home when the baby is a bit older, as I'll be a stay at home mum anyway.0 -
MurdyWurdy wrote: »So relieved! It just wasn't working for us at all. I feel slightly worried about money etc but I know as well that we will be ok. We don't have huge expenses, we'll just need to be a bit more careful with the pennies. Tbh, not working will save me money as well so that's a positive thing.
DYING for my scan!! Hopefully we can find out the sex. This time next week I'll have been in. Can't believe I'm halfway already but then like you I want the pregnancy to end. Fed up already, what will I be like in 10/15 weeks time!
Blueskye - they expect you to go early, don't they? In May? so you'd probably have no problems with school age. My husband is not Irish and he didn't start school until 6 so he was a bit confused about how it works when we're talking about it. I just know myself and my bro were raring to go to school at 4 (and my bro only turned 4 the July before starting school) so I'm not sure about starting them at 5. I guess it depends on how mature and bright the child is. It's just interesting to think about and mad that some schools you have to put them down from birth!
How's finding childcare for twins? I'd imagine it will be quite expensive. That's something I don't have to plan for but I was thinking of maybe doing some childminding in my own home when the baby is a bit older, as I'll be a stay at home mum anyway.
Money is always a worry I think but mum being well is so important too.
Ah ok, ya they'll be born in May. Wow 6 is old to start school. I think I was 5.
I'd like to take as much leave as possible but financially we'll have to weigh it up as my maternity leave goes. I get paid for 6 months which is great but would like to take longer. I also hope to go back to a 4 day week. My parents have offered to mind them 1 day a week and my partner may be able to do a day so it might not work out too bad. I'd like to get someone to come into the house or else a childminder v closeby. I'd love to work less, I like my job so wouldn't want to give it up totally but would love if I could work part time but we can't afford that and I don't think my employer would facilitate it either. Maybe going to work will turn into a break 0 -
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