*** Thursday 3rd Trimester Lovelies ***

Morning Lovelies!

LBP - hope your H is better and good luck for induction xx

We're up early in the Wren household as Daddy has to go to Manchester for work - poor Jack was none to happy to have missed out on his usual snuggles with Daddy in bed before venturing forth for the day and didn't want Daddy to leave this morning!  Thankfully, Peppa Pig (I love sky+!) is bringing him round!  MIL is comign over at 9am and because H prbably won't be back until about 7pm is stopping until about then to help me out with bathtime and bedtime if need be.  Nipping to the shops this morning and to drop off a little hat for my friends little boy, then it's nap and relaxation central for me.  Still, got a cold and full of snot - nice!  It's better than it was, but really hope it goes soon. 

We've decided that Jack is going to leave nursery and not go back after the Christmas break - he doesn't enjoy it enough, even after 6 months, and it's £130 per month we'd struggle to find.  We'd have done it if he liked nursery - he's not miserable all the time, but he's not enjoying it and more often than not when we pick him up he is subdued, white faced and just not himself.  It'd be easier for me to have him in nursery for the 2 mornings a week, but if we weren't paying for nursery we'd have a bit of spare money to pay for extra trips out, so am thinking that we could restart doing softplay once a week/fortnight.  It's a shame as I really do believe that nursery does have benefits, but just doesn't seem right for my little boy at the moment - he's confident with mummy/dady/family and is fine once he's got used to new situations in his own time, but I don't think at nursery he's settled.  He cries when staff leave the room and I'm getting the feeling that he is needing virtually one-to-one attention or he gets upset.  So, from New Year onwards I'll have 2 under 2 at home all the time!  However, my mum has said she'll help when she can, H is home every lunchtime from work and we can keep on using Jack's keyworking from nursery for babysitting - H has said we can see if she can do Saturdays on a reasonably regular basis if need be so we have a chance to keep on top of housework etc.

Sorry for ramble about Jack!  Babywise - all fine.  BHs are pretty strong - not painful, but getting stronger 'balling up/tightening' sensations.  I can now eat bananas again having gone off them a few months ago - my food habits changed in the week running up to Jack's birth, so I definately think I'm getting ready.  Eeeek! 

Take care everyone,

Wren 39+1 x

Morning!

Wren - I dont blame you about the nursery, thats a lot of money to find each month if Jack doesnt enjoy it. Hope your cold goes soon, hope labour isnt far away for you!

Me - well my due date today, but no signs of Bubs arriving anytime soon! Saw the MW yesterday, BP has come down which Im pleased about, it hasnt been like that for ages. Am booked in for a sweep on Monday, and will be incuded on the 17th if still nothing!

Good luck for LBP today

Koobie 40 + 0!

Morning ladies.

Wren we made the same decision with Bryn at about 18 months, he would go but was really unwilling and the amount of convincing it took to get him to go in wasn't worth it.  I hope that the BH and uncomfyness develops into contractions and your baby put in an appearence soon.

Koobie, happy Due date , I am sure that baby will put in an appearance soon.

As for me, I am feeling a bit uncomfy, I think that bubs has got himself into a strange position that makes it sore to lean forward so socks and shoes are a no go lol, I am also feeling a bit swollen down there but not really sure why.  He is also ridiculously wiggly so that only adds to the acheyness.

Mr kmw was a bit of an arse yesterday so hopefully he will wake up in a better mood this morning.

Kx 31+4

Happy Due Date Koobie!  Glad your BP has come down and hoping things get moving for you x

Morning ladies

Wren - I think you've probably made the right decision about nursery - if he doesn't like it it seems silly to spend the money - I'm sure with a new baby the money could be better used elsewhere!!

Koobie - Happy Due Date my love!! I hope things happen for you soon and you're not left waiting to meet your precious bundle for too long!

kmw - Sorry to hear that you're uncomfortable - that's the worst part of pregnancy for me! Hope Mr kmw has cheered up!!

As for me - well, only 5 days to go until my C-section!! Off to the doctors today as have a nasty case of thrush that won't seem to clear up. This pregnancy has been a nightmare (constant sickness - yes I am still being sick every day!!!!,  repeated urine infections, problems with blood pressure, piles and thrush to name just a few ). Mr CW has promised me he's having a vasectomy after this!!

William (5) is getting ridiculously excited about being a big brother now! He ran into the bedroom this morning at 6.20am and shouted at my stomach "Beanie - only 5 days til I get to meet you!!!" It was so sweet!!

Baby in/ out/ turn vibes to all who need them.

Have a good day!

Kate 38+2

Sorry missed your there kmw - hope Mr Kmw isn't as much of an arse today!  We only sent Jack to nursery becuase I wasn't allowed to go back to work part-time and we couldn't cover the 5 days a week between my mum, mil and H and then only kept it going as we hoped he'd benefit from it and also to giave me a break whilst pregnant and then with managing 2 under 2.  However, we were going to struggle with finding the money in a few months and it just doesn't seem to suit him at the moment.  I have no doubt that in the future we can think about it again - probably when he gets a free place, but right now it's not helping and I think it could be contributing to him being clingy.  Sorry - rambling again - you know when you need to work through decisions etc.... that's where I am. I also feel guilty that we've kept it going and only now are we finally calling it a day!  I had hoped he'd settle, but he's not settled enough for me to keep sending him.

Good morning,

Wow, only 3 replies at the time of typing, that's a first for a very long time!

Wren - Totally agree about Jack, I'm sure he'll havemuch more fun with mummy and baby brother / sister at home anyway. Not to mention extended family. I bet you really notice the difference in him.

Can't believe you are 39 weeks already!

Koobie - Happy Due Date! Again I can't believe you are due as well. This time is really flying by...it's all so real now!

KMW - I was talking to my MW yesterday about swelling down there and it's all pretty normal stuff. Extra blood flow, pressure etc. I'm having trouble closing my legs (nice eh?!) but it's all par for the course. Hope you ahve a better day today.

As for me, no further engagement from bubs, MW said he might not move now until labour. He's in a good position on my right so she's advised I carry on as I have been and hope he doesn't move. I too am having trouble putting socks / boots on due to the way he is laying.
I made up his moses basket last night and the girls kept checking on him to make sure he was OK and asleep in there (how sweet!) I also bought some curtains and the cutests curtain pole with cars on the ends for his nursery. Can't wait to put it up now.

Am planing a lazy day today although H said he's not got much work on so may take me for lunch.

KB3 37+2

Celia - Missed you there. William sounds just adorable! 5 days eh!

Morning all

Wren - Hope your cold gets better. No experience with nursery but sounds like you've made the right decision for your family. It seems a lot of money to spend when he doesn't enjoy it.

Koobie - happy due date to you!! Hope things get going for you soon - not long to wait now. Fingers crossed you're not on the overdue bench for long though.

kmw - mmm tying shoelaces - dropped that activity about 32 weeks!! Sounds like you have a wriggler too.

CW - not long till you get to meet your baby - sorry you are still feeling rubbish but I am told that when the baby comes out all those horrible symptoms disappear. Excited big brother too - very cute!

As for me, just plodding along really. Need to do some Xmas shopping before baby arrives. Off for lunch today with MIL and planning to be as lazy as possible otherwise. Getting lots of BH and period-type cramps (mostly at night) but no sign of anything happening. Think the wee one is quite happy in there.

Hope to see some BAs soon. Have a good day

fishtree 37+6 xx

Morning!

Wren - enjoy your naps lovely. Glad you have decided what to do regarding nursery, and like someone else said, I am sure you can use the money to do some other fun stuff! 

Koobie - Happy due date! Hope things happen for you soon. 

kmw - hope Mr kmw wakes up in a better mood. He is brave being arsey when theres a pregnant lady in the house! Hope bubs shifts a bit then you are more comfortable.

Kate - Oh how sweet is William! That's so cute! How are you with 5 days to go and counting? I do hope you feel better, you have had rather a rough ride this pregnancy!

As for me, lots of painful BH again last night - they were coming every 2/3 mins and lasting for about 30/40 secs. It seems to be at the same time of an evening, so maybe Doozer isn't a Doctor Who fan as I am being sad and watching the repeats! He is getting to be very painful when he is stretching and moving - is it something I just have to go with, or sjould I be concerned? Seeing the consultant on Monday so hopefully will get some answers and my queue jumping due date then!

Had an email from the in laws as well last night - I'll do a separate thread as everyone seems quite chirpy today and I don't want to bring it down!

Kat 36 weeks today - eeek! xx

Knew I would miss someone!

KB3 - morning! I'm in the midst of organising nursery curtains too and we set up the MB last night - weird! Hope you enjoy your lazy day.

Kat - you sure you won't be queue jumping sooner?!?

x

KB3 - Enjoy your lazy day today. The girls sound very sweet - I bet they can't wait to meet him!

fishtree - Enjoy your lunch with MIL and hope you manage your lazy day as well - seems to be the plan for lots of us today!

Wren, we did send Bryn back, but to pre school when he got his free nursery vouchers and he was much happy then.

KB3, have a lovely lazy day and hopefully you'll get taken out for a lovely lunch.

Fishtree, I hope you have a lovely lazy day too.

Kat, I hope that it is just a case of Doozer getting himself into a good position, I am finding I am spending lots of time in the bath.

Morning all,

Wren - glad you've got some help today and sounds like a good decision re: nursery. Have a relaxing day.

Koobie - happy due date!  Hope things get moving for you soon...

kmw - hope MrKMW's mood picks up! Sorry you're uncomfortable - fingers crossed baby shifts again soon.

CW - Sorry to hear you have been plagued this pregnancy. Hope the next 5 days fly by for you sake and William's!

KB3 - glad he's in a good position and that you're getting the last few bits and pieces for the nursery sorted. Have a relaxing day.

Fishtree - enjoy lunch and have a chilled day!

Katamari - hmm, your BH sound pretty full on. Not sure whether they're worth seeking advice over, sorry!

Me - Well I survived Oxford Street last night - we bought lots of Christmas presents and then had a lovely meal, making the most of our last few weeks as a twosome! Next stage is wrapping the presents and then I will be a happy bunny (got my own little spreadsheet to keep track). Having my swine flu jab today and TBH will feel relieved to get it over and done with. Just had a bit of breakfast and then going back to bed as it's cold and I'm tired!

Have a good day all,

Katy

38+3

Morning Katy - you have definitely inspired me with the Xmas shopping - started a spreadsheet last night too! Have my SF jag tomorrow so we can be sore arm buddies at the weekend!

x