April 2015 Babies Club

Nicolaforest

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Got loads of stretch marks last time but so far I haven't gotten any new ones ( knocks on wood).

Getting horrible nights sleep lately, it's like this baby is so much lower down than my last so it's putting pressure on my hips on whichever side I lie on so I'm constantly tossing & turning to get comfortable but still waking up with sore hips:(

Feel like I could have written that myself, I'm exactly the same! I spend the night turning and rearranging pillows trying to find a position where my hips don't ache. Sometimes the only way I can get comfy is on my back, so I just go with it. Just keep thinking do whatever works

bp

I am sleeping in my back an awful lot - just wake up that way

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spottybananas

I sleep on my back a lot of the time, it's comfortable, women slept on their backs when pregnant for a very long time before being told not to, that's incredibly recent.

I've no stretchmarks but first of all I haven't much of a bump at all and also genetics would suggest I won't get them, my mum never got any either. I have two stretchmarks on my inner thighs from a growth spurt when I was 12 and that's it, so I'm hoping I won't get them. If I do at least I know what they look like when they fade and you'd barely see mine.

Ms2011

When I lie on my back I end up with a horrible stitch down one side of my bump like I'd just eaten a large meal & then ran a marathon!!
Babs just seems to be lying in a weird position atm, hopefully she moves & gives her mam some peace soon

bp

spottybananas wrote: »

I sleep on my back a lot of the time, it's comfortable, women slept on their backs when pregnant for a very long time before being told not to, that's incredibly recent.

I've no stretchmarks but first of all I haven't much of a bump at all and also genetics would suggest I won't get them, my mum never got any either. I have two stretchmarks on my inner thighs from a growth spurt when I was 12 and that's it, so I'm hoping I won't get them. If I do at least I know what they look like when they fade and you'd barely see mine.

show off :-) :-) so jealous

spottybananas

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show off :-) :-) so jealous

Ha! :P I'm killed with heartburn and my lack of bump which means I've no stretchmarks also means I just look kinda fat and can barely breathe or move because there's no extra room in my torso, does that help?

Gonzp

spottybananas wrote: »

Ha! :P I'm killed with heartburn and my lack of bump which means I've no stretchmarks also means I just look kinda fat and can barely breathe or move because there's no extra room in my torso, does that help?

No, ha :P

bp

spottybananas wrote: »

Ha! :P I'm killed with heartburn and my lack of bump which means I've no stretchmarks also means I just look kinda fat and can barely breathe or move because there's no extra room in my torso, does that help?

A small bit since I don't have heart burn :-) all worth it :-)

nirvana78

I found out today I have gestational diabetes, I didn't have it on my other two, so it's a bit of a surprise. Anyone else got it? I've to meet dietician on Monday for further info and new diet. She told me today I'll have to test myself 7 times a day for a week and then go back for further checks.

bp

nirvana78 wrote: »

I found out today I have gestational diabetes, I didn't have it on my other two, so it's a bit of a surprise. Anyone else got it? I've to meet dietician on Monday for further info and new diet. She told me today I'll have to test myself 7 times a day for a week and then go back for further checks.

I hope you are ok. How do you rest yourself - pin prick?

Nicolaforest

Aw that's tough going nirvana78. Hopefully the tests over the next week will all read normal-ish and you won't have to be in and out of hosp too much with it. Must be so frustrating if you never had it with the other 2. How far along are you? I haven't done the glucose test yet and no-one has mentioned it, wonder should I ask about it at my check up on Weds (30 wks)?

spottybananas

Nicolaforest wrote: »

Aw that's tough going nirvana78. Hopefully the tests over the next week will all read normal-ish and you won't have to be in and out of hosp too much with it. Must be so frustrating if you never had it with the other 2. How far along are you? I haven't done the glucose test yet and no-one has mentioned it, wonder should I ask about it at my check up on Weds (30 wks)?

The glucose test isn't necessary for everyone.

Nicolaforest

Yes I know that but I've heard of quite a few ppl being diagnosed with it who don't meet the 'typical' criteria or who weren't expected to have it so I'm thinking there's surely no harm in asking my midwife. Mind yourself nirvana :-)

Ms2011

Nicolaforest wrote: »

Aw that's tough going nirvana78. Hopefully the tests over the next week will all read normal-ish and you won't have to be in and out of hosp too much with it. Must be so frustrating if you never had it with the other 2. How far along are you? I haven't done the glucose test yet and no-one has mentioned it, wonder should I ask about it at my check up on Weds (30 wks)?

I'm 30 weeks on Monday, glucose test was never mentioned to me either on this or my last pregnancy. I think they go by your bmi and/or your family history as to whether to test for it or not.
Tbh I'm quiet happy to fly under thd radar & not be tested for it, the less time I've to spend in the hospital & the less poking & prodding I've to go through the happier I'll be;)

bp

I was told I will get the indicator test at 27 weeks (drink fizzy water and wait an hour) and that everyone gets one....didn't on previous child.

nirvana78

Thank you for all your good wishes and feedback. I'm 26 weeks, the reason I got the test was because my Mam has diabetes. The test will be a pin pick yes. Along with my pins and needles already I won't be able to feel my fingers by the end of next week.

One other factor that may have influenced the reading, it was my birthday on Wednesday, so naturally there were extra amounts of sweet treats and other foods!!

Nicolaforest

Just home from a couple of hours in the Coombe, baby decided not to move all day and get us worried, then started jumping around while they ran a CTG! Typical. Glad we went in though, better safe than sorry.

Ms2011

Nicolaforest wrote: »

Just home from a couple of hours in the Coombe, baby decided not to move all day and get us worried, then started jumping around while they ran a CTG! Typical. Glad we went in though, better safe than sorry.

So nerve wracking when they have a quiet day like that, glad all is well x

nirvana78

Nicolaforest wrote: »

Just home from a couple of hours in the Coombe, baby decided not to move all day and get us worried, then started jumping around while they ran a CTG! Typical. Glad we went in though, better safe than sorry.

I hate that, when panic starts to set in and you question everything, it's a tough time coz you're not sure when to act on it. I'm glad you went with your instinct and everything is okay.

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bp

I was getting an internal beating there over the weekend - calmed down to little flutters now so going with they are kicking my organs instead!

nirvana78

Baby do you mind me asking what hospital you're attending? I'm attending Mullingar and I have a visit next Thursday week 28 for me. I was wondering would I get a scan but now that they discovered the gestational diabetes I was hoping that might make it a priority.

Nicolaforest

I was the same bp I was getting lumps kicked out of me for days and then nothing but he/she obviously just found somewhere new to kick! I think it's amazing that such a tiny creature can be so strong, I love it. Best of luck today Baby4

Ms2011

Back from the midwives, all good. Baby measuring just 30 weeks ( I'm 30+2 ) & the head is down yay!!
Baby was not a bit impressed with the midwife grabbing her by the head though & made that clear by dancing on my bladder all the way home

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nirvana78

Baby4 at one point I was told my bp was very low, followed by ah it's ok don't worry about it. I know how you feel. Great to see baby though, get a glimpse of who's been kicking and punching you just as you lay down to go to sleep!

Ms2011

Maybe just up your iron rich foods Baby4, it wouldn't be as constipating as taking tablets while still getting more iron, green leafy veg would be best.

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nirvana78

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Lol

ainy

hey girls, just popping in from march thread, i've been trying to increase my iron intake and looked up a lot, its actually hard for body to process the iron from veg, meat is easier for body and red meat and poultry are good sources!(the poultry was news to me!) and try to avoid milk or tea with your meals and for short time after because it effects the absorption of the iron!
I have ended up taking ferrograd c, I take it every second day! I would be prone to constipation on iron but this seems to be ok with my digestive system! again if your going to take iron supplements avoid milk containing products before or after it!

Ms2011

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Oh Lord yes Cornflakes with ice cold milk, I have at least one bowl a day

Baby4

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Nicolaforest

I has bloods taken to test for anaemia yesterday in GP as looked 'very pale' but I think that's just my default colour when I'm tired cos I was tested before a good few times and always neg. I'm constipated enough as it is! Hopefully you can sort it thru food rather than meds as you said. Glad the appointments went well yesterday. I haven't had cornflakes in years but now now I want some, ye made them sound lovely!!

Allirog

Hi girls hope ye don't mind me popping in, but I have a glass of prune juice every morning with my breakfast and it is definitely helping as I have no constipation. I'm also going to start making my own smoothies with yogurt, banana, fresh orange juice, pineapple and spinach!

bp

Typical - you worry about only slight movements for a few days and then baby takes it upon themselves to poke you senseless with what I assume to be a foot! :-)

angeldelight

bp wrote: »

Typical - you worry about only slight movements for a few days and then baby takes it upon themselves to poke you senseless with what I assume to be a foot! :-)

I know, I was freaking out Wednesday and Thursday that I had barely felt anything. I was all due to phone the hospital when baby suddenly woke up and gave me some of the hardest kicks yet!

Ms2011

31 weeks today, so stiff & sore too, going to yoga later to hopefully loosen up a bit.
The pregnant waddle has started to set in too
Though I seem to be getting less intelligent by the day, it's baby brain times 20 :rolleyes::o

Baby4

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ariana`

Girls, i'm over from the June thread. I'm planning 2 short trips during the Easter break in April, one to Edinburgh and the other to London with just a couple of days between the 2 trips. I'll be at the stage you all are now 30/31 weeks. Based on you're all feeling now do ye think i'm mad? It's my 3rd pregnancy but i just can't remember exactly how i felt around that stage on the previous ones but i had trouble free pregnancies and normal on time deliveries etc. They're both leisure travel, one with my own family ie. hubby & kids, and the other is with my mother & sisters.

Thanks.

nirvana78

Arianna, if it was me now(I'm 28 weeks), I'd be well able for it. It's my third pregnancy too and I know it's not easy to get away, if you have the opportunity go for it. Look at it as medicinal!!

ariana`

nirvana78 wrote: »

Arianna, if it was me now(I'm 28 weeks), I'd be well able for it. It's my third pregnancy too and I know it's not easy to get away, if you have the opportunity go for it. Look at it as medicinal!!

Thanks nirvana that's what i'm thinking. We won't get much of a holiday this Summer with the new baby coming in June so i want to do the Edinburgh trip with hubby & kids. And the 2nd trip with my Mum & sisters, well it'll probably be forever before my hubby with be happy to be left on his own with 3 kids for 4 nights (i'll be b'feeding again etc.) so it kind of feels like last chance saloon for that trip as well. I can take it as easy as i need too, while the others are tearing around London seeing the sites & shopping i can sit in coffee shops with a good book if needs be, that would be heaven in fact

Thanks

Ms2011

I fear I have an early riser on my hands, kicks were so strong this morning they were shaking my whole body :eek:

bp

Ms2011 wrote: »

I fear I have an early riser on my hands, kicks were so strong this morning they were shaking my whole body :eek:

Oh no!!

Leinster1980

Ms2011 wrote: »

I fear I have an early riser on my hands, kicks were so strong this morning they were shaking my whole body :eek:

I've been getting those too, it's crazy! Sometimes I can see my swipe card for work that hangs around my neck moving. My husband gave me a hug the other day and got booted, it was very funny.

nirvana78

An update on the gestational diabetes, I have the blood sugars under control😃. I made a few changes such as All Bran for breakfast, granary bread, plenty of fruit and veg and exercise. Was with the diabetic doctor yesterday and he's very impressed, don't have to go back for 5 weeks. I still have to test blood sugars 7 times a day for now, but maybe next week when I ring them with my daily results they might reduce it to 4 times a day. They are really strict on it, one girl had to go on insulin, and two other girls got a grilling for not having it under better control.

Separate to that, I was at hospital again today for baby visit, got a scan for reassurance and was hoping to find out sex of baby. Baby had other ideas and kept it's legs crossed, couldn't see anything. Whilst waiting to see registrar, baby was kicking like mad and likewise on the way home.

The bigger picture though is all is well and being closely monitored!

Baby4

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nirvana78

God bless Aldi and they're Super 6, I bought 8 trays of apples last week😕

spottybananas

Swollen handies :( It's so uncomfortable, makes sleeping and work tough I'm pretty gutted, I love my rings, have a huge collection of them that I wear all the time, and am slowly getting too big-fingered for them

YumDeiseMum

spottybananas wrote: »

Swollen handies :( It's so uncomfortable, makes sleeping and work tough I'm pretty gutted, I love my rings, have a huge collection of them that I wear all the time, and am slowly getting too big-fingered for them

Swollen feet in my case, they were up like two balloons last night
And whats with the dizzy spells?
Oh the joys of trimester 3