Due Dec 2016 Jan/Feb 2017 part 3

[pinkhelp]

Good luck today with the induction!!! Can't wait to hear the news!

[Raezodal]

How are things?

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All was good with baby at the ultrasound and nst. Find out in 2h if the hospital has space to induce me. Fingers crossed!

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[Raezodal]

I feel your pain both my boys came a 42 weeks first after 48 hours after a stretch and sweep my 3rd was at 42 weeks after having my waters broken.
Eeeeewwwww That sounds awful!!
I think this one would have gone to 42 at least...he is happy as a clam where he is.

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[sharon]

Goodluck hun

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[pinkinthestars]

Eeeeewwwww That sounds awful!!
I think this one would have gone to 42 at least...he is happy as a clam where he is.

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Yes my boys were very happy to stay along haha, they say your cervical length determines when the baby usually arrives so the longer the length the longer they wait, good luck with your induction :)

[pinkhelp]

Raezodal- I hope you'd had your baby and are spending time getting to know him :) Can't wait to hear the news :)

[sharon]

So ive had my growth scan & babys on 95th centile! 6 lbs already at 34 weeks so est 9lbs at due date. But there was a problem spotted- i have too much fluid, deepest pool was 9.9cm . So ive to get a gtt tomoro to test for diabetes as that can cause the excess waters but if its not that then it could be a number of things. Quite worrying as theyr saying babys head can struggle to engage until all the waters go and that then risks the cord coming first & if that happens it can be fatal for baby. Not what i needed to hear

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[pinkhelp]

Oh man Sharon. Sorry to hear that! They can be wrong about baby size sometimes though. Hoping you don't have diabetes! Maybe they will induce you early because of it all! That would be nice! I have my first OB appointment this Thurs. We'll see how I'm measuring. I've been losing some globs of mucus over the last few days, and my BH contractions are getting pretty brutal when they hit so those are good signs for me. I would love to only have to be pregnant until 37 weeks!!! Good luck Sharon! No news from Raezodal!

[sharon]

Aww pinkhelp goodluck for your app. Yea i woukdnt mind gettin induced early 2bh. My cot nd stuff arrives next week so need to start gettin organized. You pretty sorted for baby?

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[Raezodal]

Sorry for no news!! My mobile data got turned on by accident so when I got to the hospital and had no wifi, I had nothing left. :(
Brendan Micah arrived Thursday afternoon at 3:15. 7h after insertion of Foley balloon for induction. Long story short, was my shortest and easiest labour. Only hiccup was I popped a rib out of my sternum during transition. Freaked me out (and it turns out my midwife though she didn't let on at all!!) It is getting better but such mundane things as driving (shoulder checks), bending over, moving or using my arms, transitioning from lying down to sitting up, even drinking through a straw...all hurt. :(
But the exciting part! Brendan was 8lbs8oz, 21" long and 36cm head. He is absolutely beautiful. Think he was gunning for biggest and that was why he had no intention of being born (he has biggest head of my 5, but heaviest was 9lbs1oz and longest was 21.75" so he had a little ways to go...another week probably would have done it lol)
Stayed in the hospital on "vacation" as long as I could (chest pain due to rib helped justify my staying). Am home now. Brendan is nursing like a champ. Still moderately high levels of bilirubin so I have to go every day to get him checked.

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[Raezodal]

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[sharon]

Aww so glad all went well, even tho u did pop a rib out ouch! X Congratulations x

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[pinkhelp]

Congrats Raezodal! Glad it all went well and it was an easy-ish labour! Wow he sounds like a big boy! Cant wait to see a pic! The other one didnt load :( Ouch about the rib, didnt know that could happen!!!

[Raezodal]

Congrats Raezodal! Glad it all went well and it was an easy-ish labour! Wow he sounds like a big boy! Cant wait to see a pic! The other one didnt load :( Ouch about the rib, didnt know that could happen!!!
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Boo! Maybe this one will load?

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[sharon]

Aww wee soul hes gorgeous!

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[pinkhelp]

not sure why i cant see them!

[pinkhelp]

eeek, got my pre-admit booked for the hospital for next week. Feeling closer now!
I'll be 35.5 weeks when i pre-admit so I'll be prepared this time! My third son I hadn't pre-admitted yet and it was a pain!

[sharon]

What happens at your pre admit ?

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[pinkhelp]

they get you all put in the system your health insurance for the room, and your birth plan, and all your info so that when you show up in labour you just go up to labour and delivery and they have all your info and your epidural consent is already signed and all that. I live in ontario canada, I guess it might be different for other countries.

[sharon]

Yeah we have free healthcare so all our details are already in their system. Eek cant believe how close wer getting to seeing our girlies

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[sharon]

Im just praying tgeres nothing wrong health wise with my daughter re this extra fluid.

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[Babygirlquest]

Raz he is beautiful! Sharon I know people who had to be induced for high fluids and all was fine. Try not to worry!

[pinkhelp]

Hey Sharon! Hoping all is well with you and your baby. I had my OB appointment today and it went well. I was measuring 34 weeks so have grown a bunch! Baby heart rate was at 162.

[Beautifulrainbow]

Sorry for no news!! My mobile data got turned on by accident so when I got to the hospital and had no wifi, I had nothing left. :(
Brendan Micah arrived Thursday afternoon at 3:15. 7h after insertion of Foley balloon for induction. Long story short, was my shortest and easiest labour. Only hiccup was I popped a rib out of my sternum during transition. Freaked me out (and it turns out my midwife though she didn't let on at all!!) It is getting better but such mundane things as driving (shoulder checks), bending over, moving or using my arms, transitioning from lying down to sitting up, even drinking through a straw...all hurt. :(
But the exciting part! Brendan was 8lbs8oz, 21" long and 36cm head. He is absolutely beautiful. Think he was gunning for biggest and that was why he had no intention of being born (he has biggest head of my 5, but heaviest was 9lbs1oz and longest was 21.75" so he had a little ways to go...another week probably would have done it lol)
Stayed in the hospital on "vacation" as long as I could (chest pain due to rib helped justify my staying). Am home now. Brendan is nursing like a champ. Still moderately high levels of bilirubin so I have to go every day to get him checked.

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Congratulations. Xxxxxxx
Sorry its late but
My phone only has just let me see this.

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[Beautifulrainbow]

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My gosh he so just so lovely.xxxx


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[pinkhelp]

how are you doing Sharon? Any word on why you have extra fluid? Man, last night my baby was moving so much I felt like i was under attack from the inside. I was getting vaj punches, and my belly was just doing a crazy dance. It didn't feel very nice!

[pinkhelp]

any news sharon?

[sharon]

No pinkhelp nothing to report here. They dont know y ive extra fluid the only thing theyv checked for is gest diabetes which i tested negative for. My next app is a week on monday where ive another scan to check the fluid etc so ill know more then i hope. X

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[sharon]

Ibe had alot of movement too , its really uncomfortable now. I am starting to feel massive & wish these next few weeks were over already. How u keeping ?

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[pinkhelp]

Hope they have answers for you next week. I'm not doing so good. My nausea and diahhrea is back so I feel sick and with the acid reflux it's not fun. Starting to feel depression too....that im doomed to have 4 sons. We still haven't picked names either. I'm feeling like labour is around the corner.

[sharon]

Aww hun u have done so well going thru this whole pregnancy without knowing the gender. I couldnt have, i had to know. I really hope u hav a girl. Acid reflux is brutal, im on omeprazole tablets twice a day + still suffering. The last few weeks r always the worst rnt they! I want baby out now but on the other hand we have still to build our new cot and get moses basket down from loft and set that up too. Ive washed all babys clothes and most of the bedding right enough. You got much to set up still ? Ive almost finished my hospital bag now too, just a few wee bits to add in still+ still to pack snacks etc

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[pinkhelp]

Ya I feel like I've done so well and now I'm not doing well at all. I can't seem to shake it these last few days. Partly with the feeling sick I guess. I still have some packing to do. I just really want to hear it's a girl. I want it more than anything. This is your first girl right?

[sharon]

No my second. I had girl first and then a boy. Im sending you so much pink dust!

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[Raezodal]

Pinkhelp, I really hope you get to hear it's a girl!!! How much longer do you have to wait again? I forget.
If you don't hear girl...I'm here to chat anytime. 5 boys and don't think we can go for a 6th to try for a girl again.

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[pinkhelp]

thanks. I'm almost 36 weeks but usually have my babies 2 weeks or more early. Tonight I had some weird pains down below (not contractions) then a bunch of thick white and pink mucus. So I think all this illness and diahrea might be my body getting ready to have the baby. Have you suffered badly with gender depression?

[sharon]

Aww i think youl have your baby before me pinkhelp

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[Raezodal]

thanks. I'm almost 36 weeks but usually have my babies 2 weeks or more early. Tonight I had some weird pains down below (not contractions) then a bunch of thick white and pink mucus. So I think all this illness and diahrea might be my body getting ready to have the baby. Have you suffered badly with gender depression?
Not too much longer then!! Hang in there!

I had pretty bad GD with my 3rd. Felt more resigned after ds4 and now with ds5 it feels a bit surreal to have 5 boys. Like it hasn't quite sunk in.

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[pinkhelp]

sharon- im not sure if I'll have this baby soon or not. i still have some cervix left and ya you just never know!

[sharon]

True i know , i just wish my baby would come sooner rather than later but so scared of waters goin at home now that i def wanna be in hosp. Why is everything always a worry! Cupla weeks n our babies will hopefully be here

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[pinkinthestars]

Hi ladies,
Just wanted to ask a question, I've been reading alot of medical studies lately about genetics and the timing of when babies are born eg: late or early that sort of thing. They say there is a strong genetic connection with women and their mothers, sisters and fathers mother when they had their babies I'm curious what are your thoughts? I know with myself my mother had all 3 children around 41+ weeks and I myself have had 2 at 41+, my partners mother also had her children closer to 42 weeks and so on. Anyone else have similar in their families?

[purple]

My mum was induced after 41 weeks with my brother, next I was born at 42 weeks (mum refused induction) then my sister was born at 32 weeks.

Comparing to me, my first was born at 40+1 (but I was induced) then my 2nd was born at 39+4. I was expecting to go over with my 2nd since mum had most of us late term so it was a surprise he came before 40.

I'm not sure about my MIL but 2 out of 3 of her pregnancies were twins so hard to compare anyway.

[Mummyof4boys]

Hi ladies,
Just wanted to ask a question, I've been reading alot of medical studies lately about genetics and the timing of when babies are born eg: late or early that sort of thing. They say there is a strong genetic connection with women and their mothers, sisters and fathers mother when they had their babies I'm curious what are your thoughts? I know with myself my mother had all 3 children around 41+ weeks and I myself have had 2 at 41+, my partners mother also had her children closer to 42 weeks and so on. Anyone else have similar in their families?

Hi :) This is an interesting question, so thought I'd comment too if that's ok?..

I'm the reverse of my mum. She delivered her DS1 a week early, DD (me) 2 weeks early, and DS2 4 weeks early!

I had DS1 at 36 weeks, DS2 at 38 weeks, DS3 at 39+6 and DS4 at 40+4 weeks...
I'm a bit scared at how long I'll carry DD for lol.

However, neither one of us got stretch marks on our tummy so I can thank her genes for that ;)

[pinkhelp]

The women in my moms side of the family usually have their babies before 40 weeks. My mom had my brother on her due date, and me 3 weeks early (but she thinks it was really closer to 2 weeks early) Ive had my first 2 days early, and my other 2 about 2 weeks early but that was with stretch and sweeps, walking, bouncing etc to try and keep labour going when the contractions started. I think I would have had them closer to the 40 weeks without that but was so ready to be done. My second was 7 lb 7 oz and just over 2 weeks early, my 3rd was 7 lbs and 2 weeks early.

[Raezodal]

Hi ladies,
Just wanted to ask a question, I've been reading alot of medical studies lately about genetics and the timing of when babies are born eg: late or early that sort of thing. They say there is a strong genetic connection with women and their mothers, sisters and fathers mother when they had their babies I'm curious what are your thoughts? I know with myself my mother had all 3 children around 41+ weeks and I myself have had 2 at 41+, my partners mother also had her children closer to 42 weeks and so on. Anyone else have similar in their families?
My mom had 4 kids: #1 & #3 were 2 weeks early. #2 & #4 were due date babies.
Only similarity with mine...is a pattern! #1 for me was 3 weeks late (refused induction), #3 was 4 days late, #5 was 9 days late (induced). #2 & #4 were born 4 days early.

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[pinkhelp]

what size babies does everyone else have? I'm worried this one will be even bigger! I'm a fairly tiny person so am surprised that I grow babies larger than some women i know that are 5 '9 etc

[Raezodal]

what size babies does everyone else have? I'm worried this one will be even bigger! I'm a fairly tiny person so am surprised that I grow babies larger than some women i know that are 5 '9 etc
I'm 5'7, 115lbs, so fairly small. My babies have been 8lbs5oz, 7lbs8oz, 9lbs1oz, 8lbs15oz and 8lbs8oz.

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[pinkhelp]

i think this one could be 8lbs if I go to 40 weeks....fingers crossed the sweep works for me again!

[pinkhelp]

I'm 5'2 and 105 normally before pregnancy. I was born at 6 lbs 3 weeks early though so would have been probably 7ish pounds at 40 weeks.

[sharon]

Im 5ft 1, 120lbs when not pregnant and my babies were 7lbs 1 & 8lbs 14. Both 39 wks+ . This ones estimated by growth scan to be 9lbs at birth

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[sharon]

Sounds like if you went to 40 weeks pinkhelp your babies would be 8lbs which is still smallish. Honestly thats not big at all x

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[pinkhelp]

Seems big to me but I guess you are right! my middle son was 7.7 lbs which sounds like a good weight but he was the tiniest looking thing, no fat on him. He was long and skinny...almost 22 inches

[Beautifulrainbow]

Im 5ft3. My 1st was 8lb 9oz 2nd was 9lb 8oz 3rd was 7lb 1oz 4th was 6lb 10oz.

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[pinkhelp]

were they all close to 40 weeks BR?

[sharon]

Wow br ur 3rd was loads lighter ? Was he/she early x

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[pinkhelp]

Here's my belly from this am. I'm 36 + 3 weeks. I feel huge but I look....small?

[pinkhelp]

Here's another.

[sharon]

I think youre neat. Ill post a pic of me later then u will feel small

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[sharon]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170201/13675e20d8b0555edc5262a6ee21128d.jpg Me at 36+4 wks

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[sharon]

Thats what too much fluid & a soon to be 9lb baby bump looks like

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[sharon]

Thats what too much fluid & a soon to be 9lb baby bump looks like

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[pinkhelp]

i cant see the pic! Same as when Raezodal posted her baby pics...not sure why...

[sharon]

Hmm strange wonder why , r u on mobile phone or computer ?

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[pinkinthestars]

what size babies does everyone else have? I'm worried this one will be even bigger! I'm a fairly tiny person so am surprised that I grow babies larger than some women i know that are 5 '9 etc

Hi,
I am like 172cm tall not sure what that is in ft, my first son was 8 pound 7, my 2nd was premie , 3rd son was almost 9 pound so I'm expecting this baby to be biggish mind you both my first and 3rd where born after their due dates.

[pinkinthestars]

Also ladies can I ask, has anyone refused induction as a gestional diabetic? I had an appointment today and I'm a diet controlled and not on any meds for it but the doctor seemed to think they would induce me the week of my due date, I kept saying no I'm not happy with that and he ignored me, I'm just curious if anyone else had this and how they dealt with it especially as there is no given reason to do it.

[purple]

Also ladies can I ask, has anyone refused induction as a gestional diabetic? I had an appointment today and I'm a diet controlled and not on any meds for it but the doctor seemed to think they would induce me the week of my due date, I kept saying no I'm not happy with that and he ignored me, I'm just curious if anyone else had this and how they dealt with it especially as there is no given reason to do it.

My friend negotiated her induction to be later when she had GD. I think they wanted to do it around her due date but she said she wanted to wait until 10 days over. He ended up coming a day or two before the induction.

You don't have to consent to anything you are not comfortable with. It sounds like the Dr was very rude dismissing you like that.

[3'sacharm]

Also ladies can I ask, has anyone refused induction as a gestional diabetic? I had an appointment today and I'm a diet controlled and not on any meds for it but the doctor seemed to think they would induce me the week of my due date, I kept saying no I'm not happy with that and he ignored me, I'm just curious if anyone else had this and how they dealt with it especially as there is no given reason to do it.

Hi, just jumping on to say that the reason for induction at term with gestational diabetes is the increased risk of still birth; my friend is a midwife and I was talking to her about it as another mutual friend has GD. I hope baby comes along before due date for you x

[pinkhelp]

Im on a computer so not sure why the pics dont show. I can see my own pics that i put up and can see the older ones that others post but the last few weeks i can.t

[pinkinthestars]

Hi, just jumping on to say that the reason for induction at term with gestational diabetes is the increased risk of still birth; my friend is a midwife and I was talking to her about it as another mutual friend has GD. I hope baby comes along before due date for you x


I just read this : he World Health Organization states this evidence for induction before 41 weeks’ gestation is weak, and induction before 41 weeks should not be suggested if gestational diabetes is the only medical issue. The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) guidelines for gestational diabetes also do not recommend induction of labour before 39 weeks for women with well controlled GD. The evidence for induction of labour is neither strong, nor clear. A recent review looking at the evidence supporting indications for induction concluded there wasn’t strong enough evidence for induction of women with gestational diabetes. - See more at: Gestational Diabetes and Induction Of Labour - What You Should Know | BellyBelly (http://www.bellybelly.com.au/birth/gestational-diabetes-induction-labour-know/)

So fingers crossed I progress naturally and that I don't need any induction as there is no medical issues at present, I've just been travelling for like 24 hour on train and driving so I'm feeling pretty tired atm lols. On a good note I'm getting a lot of pressure and have an ultrasound on Tuesday to check the weight and all that so I definitely am feeling these last few weeks he he.

[pinkhelp]

Good luck. Hope you don't need the induction if that's not what you want. I'm feeling like my body is gearing up to have this baby. Just lots of period cramp type contractions, more intense than before. Pressure down below, all that fun stuff. Hoping for a quick and safe delivery but time enough to get an epidural. :)

[purple]

Goodluck pinkinthestars, hope bubs decides to come soon! Ps. The friend I mentioned who didn't want to get induced too early for her GD is also a midwife so I assume she was pretty informed about the choices she made.

Goodluck to you too pinkhelp... hope to hear some baby news!

[pinkinthestars]

Goodluck pinkinthestars, hope bubs decides to come soon! Ps. The friend I mentioned who didn't want to get induced too early for her GD is also a midwife so I assume she was pretty informed about the choices she made.

Goodluck to you too pinkhelp... hope to hear some baby news!

Thank you purple :) yes I really don't want an induction as I'm really wanting to give birth in a birth centre here attached to the hospital and they have strict criteria to be able to, one being induction they don't do inductions there so I'm hoping and praying my body goes into labour by itself so I can birth there, it's an amazing place and so comfortable and big nothing like what I've had in the past, I really want a water birth which I was denied previous two occasions hence why I'm so gun ho on giving birth there so I can have all the things I've been dreaming of for a very long time, or well at least to have a go at it lols :)

[pinkhelp]

good luck! I hope you get your water birth! I'm still hanging in there. I feeling pretty miserable at the end of this pregnancy. Just ready for it to be over. I know newborns are difficult as well, but it really feels like my body is saying it's done. I have my next OB appt on Thursday and she said she'll do the stretch and sweep so I'm super hoping that works! :)

[sharon]

Goodluck ladies& pinkhelp for your sweep on thursday. I had another scan+ clinic app today. Flyid levels have reduxed to normal limits so thats good. Babys weighing 7lbs14 at the moment in 37+2 today . Tbeyv booked me in for a sweep a week today at 38+2 & theyl give me a date for induction of labour for next week too. So by next weekend ill have my baby at the latest!!!

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[Raezodal]

Good luck ladies!! Can't wait for the next round of baby news!!

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[pinkinthestars]

good luck! I hope you get your water birth! I'm still hanging in there. I feeling pretty miserable at the end of this pregnancy. Just ready for it to be over. I know newborns are difficult as well, but it really feels like my body is saying it's done. I have my next OB appt on Thursday and she said she'll do the stretch and sweep so I'm super hoping that works! :)

Good luck with your stretch and sweep :) I had that with my first born and he came 48 hours later and I did have one also with my last but he didn't budge lols

[pinkhelp]

That's great news Sharon that things have leveled off a bit. And end is site for you! Thanks for the well wishes. I had some crazy lower back pain for a few hrs last night and was starting to think that i was in early labour but then it went away. I had leg and hip and joint pain too....took a tylenol after a few hrs. All my fingers are crossed that this sweep works!

[pinkhelp]

My first came about 7 hrs after the sweep (but he was 2 days from being 40 weeks) my other 2 it was my second sweep that worked and it took about 6-7 hrs to kick in to full on labour contractions...we'll see this time!!

[sharon]

Ive never had a sweep b4 so not sure what to expect. But even if it doesnt put me into labour ill be gettin induced a cupla days later anyway
Hope urs works on thursday! Why they doin it so early is that standard where your from ? Here they wont usually do it b4 40 weeks unless theres a reason to

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[pinkhelp]

Not sure what is standard here or not. I think they'll do it after 37 weeks as long as your already dilated etc. They say it doesn't really work unless baby and body is really ready anyways. If done at 37, 38, 39 etc the likelihood of going overdue and needing an induction is greatly reduced so maybe that's why they do it? Im sure they offer it and then if the woman says no they dont do it. I've just always said yes.

[Beautifulrainbow]

were they all close to 40 weeks BR?


Wow br ur 3rd was loads lighter ? Was he/she early x

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Sorry for the delay... the app hasnt been working my end.
1st was born 38 weeks 2nd 39 weeks 3rd 38 weeks and scarlett 38 weeks.
I didnt know when i conceived my 1st. So just went by dates given by the 1st scan which was at 26 weeks which could have been wrong. I think this is especially the case with my 2nd. By lmp and implantation bleed i worked out i should have been nearly 10 weeks. I had some cramping a few days later so went for an early scan they said they couldnt find baby so put my dates back 5 weeks. I really feel now knowing more and with him being my biggest i think he was a slow grower at the start and in fact could have been over due.

How is everyone??? And those beautiful babies???

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[purple]

Thank you purple :) yes I really don't want an induction as I'm really wanting to give birth in a birth centre here attached to the hospital and they have strict criteria to be able to, one being induction they don't do inductions there so I'm hoping and praying my body goes into labour by itself so I can birth there, it's an amazing place and so comfortable and big nothing like what I've had in the past, I really want a water birth which I was denied previous two occasions hence why I'm so gun ho on giving birth there so I can have all the things I've been dreaming of for a very long time, or well at least to have a go at it lols :)

I understand completely! I was hoping for a birth centre birth with my first but had to be induced due to mild pre eclampsia at 40wks. I had a great birth in the labour and delivery ward but it wasn't what I really wanted.
With my 2nd I wanted to avoid all the hospital policies completely so I hired my own independent midwife and birthed at home.
Unfortunately my midwife cannot practice anymore and there are only 3 IMs in Adelaide so my only option this time is using the hospital system again but my hospital now offers homebirth. I have a great midwife but am still bound by hospital policy.

If you aren't already a member I know there is a Natural Hospital Birthing group on Facebook. I'm not a member but it is often mentioned in the Homebirth Australia group I am in. They will probably have great advice on navigating the hospital system to get the birth you want.

[pinkinthestars]

Thank you very much Purple it's greatly appreciated I will definitely look into it :)

[pinkhelp]

No luck with the sweep yesterday. I had some cramps and a few contractions but nothing picked up....I tried walking for a bit but I'm so lazy and tired with this pregnancy I needed a nap. lol....I've noticed quite a bit of reduced movement from the baby over the last few days so I think room is getting cramped in there.

[sharon]

Aww pinkhelp thats rubbish but u never know things could still kick off over the next day or so. Did they say ur cervix was open and sodt etc

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[pinkhelp]

i was 2 cm and cervix soft and at the front, I guess baby isn't ready? When is your induction date again? Good luck! You may just have your baby first!

[sharon]

Whats ur actual due date pinkhelp ? If ur 2cm and soft then thats actually quite favourable. My sweeps on Monday but i just hope im not unfavourable and cervix closed or hard etc or unreachable

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[pinkhelp]

feb 27th is my due date. Monday I'll be 38 weeks. Good luck on Monday. I hope your sweep works!!

[sharon]

Me too. Ill only be 38+ 2 though so a bit early but fingers crossed 😊

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[sharon]

Hows things pinkhelp anymore signs signs ur sweep ?

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[sharon]

Ive had reduced movement too infact & im going to mention it to my consultant tomoz

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[sharon]

Dont think sweep has done a thing. She never told me how favourable i was or anythin. Bishop score of 4 which i know is low 😣 sjes booked me in for induction on friday which im upset about , i wanted in sooner than that!

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[sharon]

I dont even think she done it right coz it wasnt even sore and feel fine since

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[pinkinthestars]

I dont even think she done it right coz it wasnt even sore and feel fine since

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Have you tried acupressure, this helps to get the cervix more favourable especially if still high and also helps to bring on labour if the cervix is ready I'm going to be trying to do this next week

[pinkinthestars]

I understand completely! I was hoping for a birth centre birth with my first but had to be induced due to mild pre eclampsia at 40wks. I had a great birth in the labour and delivery ward but it wasn't what I really wanted.
With my 2nd I wanted to avoid all the hospital policies completely so I hired my own independent midwife and birthed at home.
Unfortunately my midwife cannot practice anymore and there are only 3 IMs in Adelaide so my only option this time is using the hospital system again but my hospital now offers homebirth. I have a great midwife but am still bound by hospital policy.

If you aren't already a member I know there is a Natural Hospital Birthing group on Facebook. I'm not a member but it is often mentioned in the Homebirth Australia group I am in. They will probably have great advice on navigating the hospital system to get the birth you want.

Hi Purple,
I joined that group thank you for the info :) also I'm looking into getting acupressure done this coming week have you heard much about it?

[Beautifulrainbow]

Sharon. Have you tried the oil in the bath? Or the evening primrose capsules internally?

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[purple]

Hi Purple,
I joined that group thank you for the info :) also I'm looking into getting acupressure done this coming week have you heard much about it?

Hi :) I'm glad the group is helpful. I don't know much about acupressure, does it work similar to acupuncture but I guess pressure rather than pins?

[sharon]

What oil in the bath ? Havnt heard about that b4 xx

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[Beautifulrainbow]

What oil in the bath ? Havnt heard about that b4 xx

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The clary sage oil?

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[pinkhelp]

I HAD A GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Fawn Willow Hindmarsh was born at 10:38 am on Feb 13th weighing 7 lb 9 oz!! 2 weeks early! OMG best day ever! Best delivery ever~. Having some headaches from epidural but otherwise doing well.

[pinkhelp]

THank you all for supporting me every day with this pregnancy and for being there for me!

[sharon]

Omg Congratulations. 💖 so so happy for you. Am i the only one left now still waiting?

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[sharon]

3 days until Induction

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[pinkinthestars]

Hi :) I'm glad the group is helpful. I don't know much about acupressure, does it work similar to acupuncture but I guess pressure rather than pins?

Yeah apparently just likely it without pins there is a guy here that a lot of pregnant women claim to be a guru in getting you ready with acupressure, I have really bad sciatic nerve atm so I'm hoping to book in next week due date is 22nd

[purple]

Congratulations pinkhelp!!! How exciting that you kept the gender a surprise too!! Enjoy all those squishy newborn cuddles :)

[Beautifulrainbow]

Congratulations pink help.xxxx yay.xxxx

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[sharon]

Post a pic of ur beautiful girl when u get the chance xx

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[Raezodal]

Congrats pinkhelp!!!! So happy for you!

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[Beautifulrainbow]

Everyone post a pic of their little one i want to see all our little cuties again.
Here is Scarlett rocking a mermaid baby grow and headband this morning😍
9weeks old.

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[pinkhelp]

Hello everyone. I endded up having a spinal leak with is really rare. 1 in 500. yesterday made the tough decision to go back and have another epidural only this time they inject my own sterile blood to patch the hole at the site of hte epidural. Scary but it worked! I cured! Migraines are gone and i can now walk around again! So scary. It's been a dream come true these last few days. Words cant describe it! Here is my little Fawnie! My biggest baby! born 2 weeks early! But still soooo tiny. It's not letting my add the image. will try again later. file might be too large!

[Raezodal]

Brendan is 5 weeks today!

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[pinkhelp]

shoot! I still cant see anyones pics! If you get time could you email me the pics? Want to see these babies!!! hindmarsh.lindsay@gmail.com
here is Fawn :)35027

[pinkinthestars]

shoot! I still cant see anyones pics! If you get time could you email me the pics? Want to see these babies!!! hindmarsh.lindsay@gmail.com
here is Fawn :)35027

Omg so gorgeous pinkhelp

[pinkinthestars]

Omg Congratulations. 💖 so so happy for you. Am i the only one left now still waiting?

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I'm due on the 22nd of Feb

[sharon]

Pinkinthestars not long for you now then! Do u know what you are having? X

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[sharon]

Aww pinkhelp shes gorgeous and defo looks like a little girl. So cute. Cant wait to meet mine now x

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[sharon]

Ill email you pics of my lil girl once she arrives xx

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[pinkinthestars]

Pinkinthestars not long for you now then! Do u know what you are having? X

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I swayed girl and are having a girl, just had my midwife appointment she said I'm 4 cm dilated and could feel the water sac and the veryvtop of her head so good news :)

[sharon]

Aww brill youl prob deliver before me then coz dont think im dilated at all 😑 gettin induced tonight right enough but who knows how long thatl take. Ill keep evedyone posted with how im getting on!

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[sharon]

I think most of us swayed girl and got girl in this group, there was maybe only 2 ladies tht got an opposite. X

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[pinkhelp]

I didnt sway but Fawnie was unplanned so I know it was shettles with withdrawl so tiny tiny TINY bit of sperm must have made it through.....so lucky!

[Babygirlquest]

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[pinkhelp]

It was so magical and surreal in the delivery room. We were SHOCKED to say the least. I was hopeful, but never actually fully believed it would ever happen. We are so thrilled. I can't get over my husband though.....having a daughter has been more different to him that he knew. He can't put her down and helps SO much. With my sons I did nearly everything and had to ask ask ask for help all the time. He's Super involved this time and is insanely protective over her. So great! It'll be hard when it comes time to discipline her I bet! He wont be able to!

[pinkinthestars]

Hi ladies,
Just wanted to pop in and give some news. Yesterday at 3pm my hind waters broke an I went into labour just got to the hospital birth centre got into the bath and at 4:20pm my beautiful big baby girl was born. 4.31 kgs, 9.7pounds 54cm length 36cm head circumference. No name yet as I had not decided on one and everything happened so fast. I'm over the moon to say the least a big beautiful baby water birth and in 1 hour 20, here is some pics for you ladies I can't wait to hear from you and see yours to when they arrive. 3506335064

[Raezodal]

Congrats pinkinthestars!!!

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[sharon]

I had my Baby Girl Violet on Sat 18th Feb @ 4.45 am , 8lbs 3.5oz. Only got 1 prostin tabet in at 9.30 pm and mild contractions started at 12ish which just gradually got stronger and stronger. When i got transferrez down to labour ward contractions slowed slightly so they gave me the syntocin drip and she was born very quickly after that with only Gas + Air. Oh so very painful Xx

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[sharon]

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[Faithinpink]

Adorable sharon !! Congratulations

[Faithinpink]

Hi ladies,
Just wanted to pop in and give some news. Yesterday at 3pm my hind waters broke an I went into labour just got to the hospital birth centre got into the bath and at 4:20pm my beautiful big baby girl was born. 4.31 kgs, 9.7pounds 54cm length 36cm head circumference. No name yet as I had not decided on one and everything happened so fast. I'm over the moon to say the least a big beautiful baby water birth and in 1 hour 20, here is some pics for you ladies I can't wait to hear from you and see yours to when they arrive. 3506335064


All you ladies are bringing tears to my eyes how beautiful congratulations all of yous enjoy your little girls xo

[pinkinthestars]

I had my Baby Girl Violet on Sat 18th Feb @ 4.45 am , 8lbs 3.5oz. Only got 1 prostin tabet in at 9.30 pm and mild contractions started at 12ish which just gradually got stronger and stronger. When i got transferrez down to labour ward contractions slowed slightly so they gave me the syntocin drip and she was born very quickly after that with only Gas + Air. Oh so very painful Xx

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Congratz Sharon she is absolutely gorgeous

[sharon]

Aww thanks pinkinthestars congratulations to you too. Your girl is beautiful xx

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[Raezodal]

Congrats Sharon!!

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[Babygirlquest]

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[pinkhelp]

congrats sharon and pink! Two big healthy girls :)

[sharon]

Ill need to email u pics since u cant see them pinkhelp

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[Beautifulrainbow]

I had my Baby Girl Violet on Sat 18th Feb @ 4.45 am , 8lbs 3.5oz. Only got 1 prostin tabet in at 9.30 pm and mild contractions started at 12ish which just gradually got stronger and stronger. When i got transferrez down to labour ward contractions slowed slightly so they gave me the syntocin drip and she was born very quickly after that with only Gas + Air. Oh so very painful Xx

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Congratulations sharon.lovely weight too.xx
Ahw is beautiful. Love her hair.xx

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[pinkhelp]

I can see pinkinthestars pics but no one elses. So weird! I love all these healthy baby stories! I'm assuming that there aren't many more to come? I'm so glad to have my body be mine again. We are officially done having kids. Not sure about you other ladies. My husband is getting his referral for a vasecomy this friday. Not sure how long the referral appointment will be.

[flowerlily]

Congratulations to you all ladies with the birth of your beautiful babies [emoji322] [emoji322] [emoji322]

Looks like I'm the only one left [emoji17] I'm so jealous! Hoping there's at least a few more ladies left? No?[emoji5]
But I kinda knew this would happen as I've never delivered early/on time before, runs in the family.[emoji41]
So here I'm at 41w 1d today, had the sweep last Wednesday did give me some strong contractions that lasted for about 2 hours.
Also I've been trying almost every 'natural' method of inducing labour except for castor oil, heard enough horror stories about it and in most cases of it not working, so not worth it. And the least I got out of all these things were only some strong BH! [emoji15]
Got another sweep today, so far nothing seems to be happening and I'm only 2cm and cervix not soft enough to get my waters broken as a form of induction, so I got booked to be induced on Saturday with Propess (fun stuff!).
And to make matters worse, my nausea is back full on!
On the bright side, kids are off school this week as it's helping me keep things off my mind a bit. [emoji6]

💕Swayed pink and pregnant with pink in 2016!!!💕
💓Due in February💓

[Princess Mom]

Congrats to everyone who had their babies! I haven't been on in so long! Hope everyone is doing great! Elena will be 3 months on Friday! I had to stop pumping a few weeks ago and had a difficult time switching to formula, she finally doing good on formula. I really wanted to start breastfeeding again, but I'm not sure it's going to work out. It was so time consuming plus she wasn't having a good latch at times, so I mostly pumped and had very bad pain from it which lead me to give up . The pain was very bad, but I'm glad she doing better now and drinking. I miss this group


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[Princess Mom]

Congrats pinkhelp!!!! She's perfect!!!! So happy for you!!!!

Congrats Sharon

[Princess Mom]

I HAD A GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Fawn Willow Hindmarsh was born at 10:38 am on Feb 13th weighing 7 lb 9 oz!! 2 weeks early! OMG best day ever! Best delivery ever~. Having some headaches from epidural but otherwise doing well.


THank you all for supporting me every day with this pregnancy and for being there for me!


Congratulations to you all ladies with the birth of your beautiful babies [emoji322] [emoji322] [emoji322]

Looks like I'm the only one left [emoji17] I'm so jealous! Hoping there's at least a few more ladies left? No?[emoji5]
But I kinda knew this would happen as I've never delivered early/on time before, runs in the family.[emoji41]
So here I'm at 41w 1d today, had the sweep last Wednesday did give me some strong contractions that lasted for about 2 hours.
Also I've been trying almost every 'natural' method of inducing labour except for castor oil, heard enough horror stories about it and in most cases of it not working, so not worth it. And the least I got out of all these things were only some strong BH! [emoji15]
Got another sweep today, so far nothing seems to be happening and I'm only 2cm and cervix not soft enough to get my waters broken as a form of induction, so I got booked to be induced on Saturday with Propess (fun stuff!).
And to make matters worse, my nausea is back full on!
On the bright side, kids are off school this week as it's helping me keep things off my mind a bit. [emoji6]

��Swayed pink and pregnant with pink in 2016!!!��
��Due in February��


Oh no you must be impatient now! Why can't you be induced sooner, I remember with my second child my dd I went a day over and I was so nervous and impatient lol. But anyway best of luck to u on your delivery your baby girl will be here very soon!!

[pinkhelp]

Thank you princess mom, your baby is beautiful! Love her eyes! I'm pretty sure Fawn will be blond hair blue eyes. Her darkish hair is likely to fall and out and be light blond like my DS3. 35117 Here's a pic. I look terrible in this pic. Haden't showered and migraines were crazy, but so glad I'm better now.

[pinkhelp]

Here's a pic of me and Fawn after I had stopped sobbing joyeously after her birth :)35118

[pinkhelp]

Thats my 7 year old holding her standing up. He was so proud.35119

[flowerlily]

Hi all, hope everyone is doing well and enjoying their bundle (s) of joy!
It's gone quiet in here.
Guess everyone's waiting for an update on me?
Well, had my little girl last Sunday the 26th of February at 6pm weighing only 7lbs 10oz, 50cm long and head measuring 34cm which makes her my smallest child in every measurement even at 12 days over due! Well, she certainly is a lady! Oh, and was my easiest and shortest labour!
Long story short, I was supposed to go in for induction on Saturday but my youngest son got a tummy bug, so decided not to go. But when I went to the hospital the next morning I was told that I don't need the Propess as cervix was soft and I was 3cm and baby's head was very low and I only need my waters to be broken to get things moving. So, got my waters broken at 2pm, about an hour or so later I got some regular contractions but not strong enough to dilate, so agreed to get the drip at the lowest setting and soon enough things started progressing, also I was so tempted to get the epidural but managed fine with just gas and air, about another hour or so has passed then I was ready to push, and out she came in to the world with only 3 pushes!

Hope I can upload a pic
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[Raezodal]

Hi all, hope everyone is doing well and enjoying their bundle (s) of joy!
It's gone quiet in here.
Guess everyone's waiting for an update on me?
Well, had my little girl last Sunday the 26th of February at 6pm weighing only 7lbs 10oz, 50cm long and head measuring 34cm which makes her my smallest child in every measurement even at 12 days over due! Well, she certainly is a lady! Oh, and was my easiest and shortest labour!
Long story short, I was supposed to go in for induction on Saturday but my youngest son got a tummy bug, so decided not to go. But when I went to the hospital the next morning I was told that I don't need the Propess as cervix was soft and I was 3cm and baby's head was very low and I only need my waters to be broken to get things moving. So, got my waters broken at 2pm, about an hour or so later I got some regular contractions but not strong enough to dilate, so agreed to get the drip at the lowest setting and soon enough things started progressing, also I was so tempted to get the epidural but managed fine with just gas and air, about another hour or so has passed then I was ready to push, and out she came in to the world with only 3 pushes!

Hope I can upload a pic
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Congrats!! She is precious!

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[pinkinthestars]

Congratz flowerlily :)

[Beautifulrainbow]

Hi all, hope everyone is doing well and enjoying their bundle (s) of joy!
It's gone quiet in here.
Guess everyone's waiting for an update on me?
Well, had my little girl last Sunday the 26th of February at 6pm weighing only 7lbs 10oz, 50cm long and head measuring 34cm which makes her my smallest child in every measurement even at 12 days over due! Well, she certainly is a lady! Oh, and was my easiest and shortest labour!
Long story short, I was supposed to go in for induction on Saturday but my youngest son got a tummy bug, so decided not to go. But when I went to the hospital the next morning I was told that I don't need the Propess as cervix was soft and I was 3cm and baby's head was very low and I only need my waters to be broken to get things moving. So, got my waters broken at 2pm, about an hour or so later I got some regular contractions but not strong enough to dilate, so agreed to get the drip at the lowest setting and soon enough things started progressing, also I was so tempted to get the epidural but managed fine with just gas and air, about another hour or so has passed then I was ready to push, and out she came in to the world with only 3 pushes!

Hope I can upload a pic
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My gosh she is beautiful.xxx
Congratulations hun.xx

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[Princess Mom]

Hi ladies hope everyone and their babies are doing well! Elena is now 7 months old! She needs a doc band and is getting it early next week. I wasn't for it at the start now I'm anxious and happy I am getting it for her. She has a flat head and also wider. Nothing major but she is in need of the helmet. I am so glad she gotten the doc band it's more open and less weight and we will be decorating it. Just is awful being its summer! She is my best friend . My older daughter loves her so do my boys! 36814

[pinkinthestars]

Hi Ladies,
Wanted to jump on an share my news with you i have BFP hopefully another pink dust bubba for my final pregnancy keep your fingers and toes crossed for me
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[purple]

Congratulations pinkinthestars! Fx for a girl, having a small gap could be good for pink.

[sharon]

Congrats pink in the stars! Goodluck for pink

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[sharon]

Heres my lovely Violet, now 10 months

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[sharon]

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[pinkinthestars]

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Just gorgeous,
Scarlett is 10 months now to an already walking its driving me nuts haha

Here's some piccies :)

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I hope you are doing really well and your bubbas :)

[Raezodal]

Congratulations pinkinthestars on your bfp! Do you know yet whether it is a girl?

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[pinkinthestars]

Congratulations pinkinthestars on your bfp! Do you know yet whether it is a girl?

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Hi Raezodal,

I've had a scan at 18 weeks and due to have another soonish here is the link to my 18 week scan : http://genderdreaming.com/forum/ultrasound-gender-prediction/63537-18-week-gender-scan-update-previous-post-12-week-4-days-scan.html

Tech said Girl :) of course I'm still going to be double checking at next scan hehe :) How are you?