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Hi, I work for the council, and our policy states that u can finish work so many weeks before your due date, but the 4 wks before your due date HAS to be taken as mat leave and cannot be taken as annual leave. Don't ask me why!! Seems silly to me! xx

Hi, My hormones are getting the better of me in terms of this also. I'm 24 weeks now, and probably started to notice hormones about 4 or 5 weeks ago. I just can't seem to cope with things that usually don't bother me, so don't feel alone in this. I feel like I'm moaning all the time and...

Hi, I feel like that sometimes, I only have one friend who has had a baby and she lives 30 miles away. I think it helps to have a girl to talk to about pregnancy stuff. OH's are great but you can't beat talking to a girl who's going through the same stuff as you. Hope you don't feel too...

I usually sleep on my front too, but I've also read that left is best. I've found it v difficult, sometim:lol:es I use an ordinary pillow n put it between my legs,but I'm usually on my back when I wake up. When I turn over it sometimes feels like baby slides to the other side n I have to wiggle...

I'll fill it out if u send me the link xx

Thanks everyone! I feel a bit better now. I think recording it on phone is a good idea. It's just such a personal and emotional time. Thank you for your comments & advice, really appreciate it xxx

Hi! I'm in a bit of a pickle as to what to do.... I've my 20 wk scan on Thursday (actually I'm 19 weeks, but you know what I mean). Me and hubby are hoping to find out the sex of LO. The 12 week scan was great, my mum was planning on coming, but she was late and missed it. I wished she had...

Hi, I get really dizzy and light headed at times, usually when at work and I'm rushing about - I need to sit down and be quiet and have a drink just for a moment. I asked my midwife and she said my blood pressure was a bit on the low side. Definitely speak to yours about it though, hopefully...

Wow! So detailed! It's amazing. Can't wait for my 20 week scan xx:)

We,ve gone a bit mad this week buying things, but just can't resist! We've bought the pram from Ebay, it's new, but about £100 cheaper than in the shops. Got loads of outfits, all neutral at the mo. I'm going to wait now to see if we can find out what little one is, and then if she/he is...

These people at work are just jealous I think, because they want time off work and are bitter and twisted instead of being happy for you. Try to ignore their nasty comments, but I know it's easier said than done. I've had some comments at work that have annoyed me as well, mainly for a woman who...

Thanks everyone, you've given me some good ideas about how to take maternity leave and when. I feel a bit guilty about having time off, I know it sounds a bit stupid, but I feel less so now. I know this is a once in a lifetime to be with baby, so work should come second.

Oh wow I bet you're so excitedright now! I'd love to take a year off and hopefully will be able to financially. Xx

Hi everyone! This is my first thread here, I'm 17 weeks today! Just wondering when u were planning on starting your maternity leave? This is my first baby so I don't know howI'm gonna feel later on in pregnancy, but was thinking of starting line about 4 wks before I'm due on 4th Oct. I'd much...

OMG, so glad I've read this thread, I know it's probably obvious that I'd be hungry when pregnant, but I wasn't expecting to need to eat every 1-2 hours! My life revolves around food at the moment, otherwise I feel so tired and weak. I'm giving in to it, and trying to eat healthily as much as...