Part 8: Due December 2017, Jan, Feb and March 2018

[AshFind]

4b2p I've always and dh also have wanted to be done at 30 so we can still have time to enjoy each other once they're grown. I got him talked into one more when he was 31 lol but I said I'm still 30! But no the negativity is still a huge issue here towards big families. I feel like I love all of my kids I give them everything the need and want in occasion, I can afford them, and I take care of them so it shouldn't be anyone else's issue.


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[LMSM]

Hello lovelies,

Lots to catch up on!

Iwant4 – it’s def harder to see the nub upside down, but it does look girly nevertheless – so cute! looking forward to seeing your project/announcement – am sure it is precious!
I rang Genomics yesterday and results weren’t in – so I think I will skip today and try again tomorrow before I start massively harassing haha
I want to clear the girls’ closets – but want to know if I have to keep some girly stuff or I can get rid of it :P
I will try the midwifery group practice again today (left them a VM yesterday mid-morning but they didn’t return my call yet) so will try them again later today – if I persist I may be able to get a spot, if nothing else if someone cancels! But not holding my hopes up alas…

Max – oh I can sympathise, it’s hard seeing them grow up, as much as it is a pride to see them become more and more independent little people, part of us always would like to hold on to that time where they were tiny. Am sure it will get easier for you over the days, especially if she is enjoying it so much sorry you had spotting again, hopefully that is just the hematoma finishing to flush itself out and you will be in the all clear next week!! Can’t wait for you to have your scan ^^

Mommy2apples – how was schools start for your kids? I can see you are now out of AF so you can get started on BD as you please – and attempt time will there soon! FX!!

Mommaxo3– what a big day for you indeed! Not too sure of the schooling system in the US – but sounds like you had an emotional day too

4blue2pink - it’s funny here and over where our family is (France) – it’s all about having a boy – I had the same reactions – everyone was wishing me a healthy baby boy – each time. Here, when we told my FIL when they were over, he was happy and emotional at the prospect but straightaway said “it’d be good if it was a boy” – it made my blood boil I tell ya…
Can’t ever win. I guess the whole “family legacy/name” thing etc is a strong factor.
We did announce pregnancy around 20 weeks – but never gender – that was at birth and you’re right, once there is an actual baby there, no nasty comments over gender or name -
My hat off to you – 8 in 7 years – in awe! And you’re so young too (had my first at 28.5 y.o though we did start ttc when I was 25) we’ll have three kiddies under 5 and that’s already going to be a handful :P but would love a 4th kiddo (well, I say that now haha) – not sure I’ll manage to convince hubby – he turns 40 in June next year and not sure he would agree after that milestone, it’s kinda his limit – we shall see!

Shann – how are you feeling?

Ash – cheeky grandpa!! Lol having said that, my dad – who only has one sister – found out after his dad passed 15 years ago that he actually had a couple of illegitimate siblings born whilst he was married to my grandma – I don’t think they have a relationship – but seems it is more common than what one might think ^^

AFM – 11 weeks today! less than 2 weeks before the NT scan – so getting rather impatient :P

Have a lovely evening/morning all!

[Lolabelle]

Iwant4-cute baby girl!! [emoji175]
Max-take care of yourself!! Sure hope that hematoma just goes away!! How long are you supposed to be on bedrest?
Kat-you're going to have such a cute family of girlies! I have 2 coworkers with 3 girl families & they're just adorable! Each one has such a distinct personality [emoji4]
Not much new here. Just ready for my anatomy scan next Friday & looking at nursery decor. I'm a little nervous about this monster hurricane out in the Atlantic!! I'm in South Carolina & right now it's looking like it'll make US landfall...they're guessing Florida, but you just never know!! Wish it would go out to sea!!! Praying it doesn't head this way & hope we don't have to evacuate ugh. Went to the store today & the water bottle shelves are already almost empty!!!

[LMSM]

Actually just got a call back – seems I have a spot pending confirmation I am ok for the program so am waiting on the phone call from the middie tomorrow gaaaahhhh!

[LMSM]

Oh Lola – not long before your scan – can imagine how impatient you are!!
FX this hurricane stays put and you and your loved ones are out of harm’s way!!!

[Mommy2apples]

So scary Lola! Prayers the hurricane does take a turn and go to sea instead would be nice!


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[Mommy2apples]

Lmsm! They love school thankful. Ds2 cried the first day, but now he just loves school and thinks it's awful he can't go to school on the weekend. He only goes for two hours a day, and loves the other little kids! Excited he's adapted so well. Dd she's always been outgoing so she just loves school as well and ds1 well I think he just goes because he must. He does like when he puts on his football uniform on Friday because all the girls swarm around him. Lol teenagers!
Thanks lmsm! Hope so! Yes will begin attempts soon, probably tomorrow although that won't count but will get me on the e4d attempts and really hoping that opks work out this cycle! 🤞🏻
11 weeks I'm so excited for you!! Eek!!


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[Pbn3]

4blue2pink I also am in awe of big families. One of my good friends had 6 six kids and they are all so close and now grown up with families of their own. Christmas time looks an absolute blast at their place!

Lola hope the hurricane stays well away! Cant wait for some pics from your scan!

LMSM woohoo for getting a spot!! So happy for you! I know you were really bummed when it looked like you'd missed out! Am on the edge of my seat waiting for your result and by all means be the crazy lady who rings on a daily basis [emoji23] chances are you'll get a different operator each time anyway [emoji6]

Maxim definately take it easy especially for a few days! Would be awful to see the spotting again [emoji853] but a few days of full resting will help if you can do it. Cant wait to hear tbe hematoma is shrinking nicely at your next appt.

Ash totally agree that its no one's business how big your family is!

Sorry to hear all the ladies who had their littlies go off to school. It really is a bittersweet moment [emoji173] I remember ds1's first day of school this year. I spent theday watching the clock and wondering how he was going, wishing I could've stayed and watched him all day [emoji853]. As for the poo thing he always waits till he gets home [emoji23] and at 5.5 still has trouble sometimes wiping his butt clean [emoji38]

Off to do some much needed housework [emoji13] have a great day/night all and big hello to everybody [emoji847][emoji847][emoji847]

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[4blue2pink]

ash i get that and its a similar feeling for me i dont know why 30 feels like the milestone age but for some reason it does! maybe its because i got pregnant with my first at 19 so ive dedicated my 20's to pregnancy/babies and feel like once i hit 30 its time for the next chapter
im sorry its still a big issue over there i was under the impression it was a much more accepted thing, and yes why is it anyone else's concern when the children are happy and well cared for in a nice loving home that is financially stable. i swear some people just like to be rude to others and no matter what they will always find a reason!

LMSM i can imagine france being quite pro-boy as its a traditional place but i am shocked to hear that about Aus! i assumed itd be the same as UK with girls being preferred.
Yes no negative name comments at birth either! whereas it seems to be open season if someone reveals name choices before the birth..
3 under 5 will be hard at first but once you get past them being so dependant and demanding it will be fab they will have so much in common being so close age wise
and thankyou it took me almost a year to conceive my first which given my age at the time was a little worrying.. there is also quite a strong history of fertility issues and in some cases very early menopause (30's) in the family so i feel incredibly lucky to have been able to have my babies without ivf or other fertility help, i hope you and dh can agree on #4 fingers crossed you can talk him round if its still what you want after #3 when do you find out gender for this one? thats great about the midwife practice

thankyou Pbn christmas is never quiet thats for sure!!

[4blue2pink]

Lola i hope it doesnt hit where you are, stay safe xx