***June 2018 Mums***

[HS1985]

Hey ladies, our Doppler scans today went as well as can be but at 30weeks tomorrow, they gave me steriod injections as my placenta is slowly dropping in usefulness. Docs are planning to deliver no later than 32 weeks (2nd May) but want to be ready for any thing.
I'm so nervous for our next lot of growth measurements on Thursday as bubs was only 2lbs 2 weeks ago and obviously the smaller he or she is the bigger the risks. Wondering if I'll make being a May mummy, I may be changing to an April one!! X

 

[Spriddy7]

Hey ladies, our Doppler scans today went as well as can be but at 30weeks tomorrow, they gave me steriod injections as my placenta is slowly dropping in usefulness. Docs are planning to deliver no later than 32 weeks (2nd May) but want to be ready for any thing.
I'm so nervous for our next lot of growth measurements on Thursday as bubs was only 2lbs 2 weeks ago and obviously the smaller he or she is the bigger the risks. Wondering if I'll make being a May mummy, I may be changing to an April one!! X

Fingers crossed you get to hang on as long as possible HS but I’m sure your little fighter will get the best love and care on an early entrance to thrive xx

I’ve just got in from my last night shift and I’m so glad that I have finished! 2 weeks of hols then maternity leave officially begins x

 

[CMcDx]

How are you feeling about it HS? How did your growth measurements go yesterday?

 

[HS1985]

Congrats on starting maternity leave Spriddy enjoy your downtime!x

We're slowly getting our heads around everything thanks CMcDx. We've been to tour the NICU which was pretty emotional. I'm struggling a bit with the fact I won't be able to hold my baby; though i know it's for the best and only for a little bit, it's just a reality you never dream of. Measurements are still showing baby small at approx 2.5lb but my placenta is holding out for now. Fingers crossed it can make it another 10 days!x

 

[Princesssaxy]

Have everything crossed for you HS keep positive as it’s the best thing for baby and it’ll be absolutely fine - I should take my own advice sometimes!

35 weeks tomorrow and been in hospital this evening for reduced movements again, had the monitoring and also they brought a doctor down to check my cervix and I’ve been getting pressure pains down below. They’re now sending me for a scan tomorrow to check growth and blood flow etc which sort of eased and increased my anxiety at the same time!

This pregnancy lark is so bloody stressful!

 

[CMcDx]

Here's hoping HS. Keep us updated.
Do you know how long the little one would be in for? Until your due date? Glad youre thinking positively about it all. You just get to see your little one's face that bit sooner

Let us know how you get on tomorrow princess

 

[Princesssaxy]

Grumpy sonigrapher today! She said blood flow etc seemed fine. I’m worried my measurements are a bit weird but I’ve got a consultant appt tomorrow to discuss everything which makes me nervous!

HC was 314mm - 37th percentile
Femur was 67.9mm - 64th percentile
AC was 292.m - 28th percentile

I used an online calculator, AC was lowest last time so worried it’s not growing enough if it’s dtill behind?

 

[HS1985]

Try not to worry Princess, that is really good measures compared to what they could be and the consultant will explain everything properly for you. Sometimes the internet is a great tool that is bloody useless! our little ones femur is less than 2nd percentile by comparison so honestly don't worry too much. Grumpy sonographers do not help though, i know. Just put it down to a bad day for them, nothing to reflect on your results. If it was a big issue then you wouldn't be kept waiting until tomorrow x

 

[Princesssaxy]

Thanks HS, I know you’re going through far more stress which puts mine into perspective!

 

[HS1985]

It's stressful for us all, mine is no more so than yours. Sending you loads of good wishes for today x let us know how it goes x

 

[Spriddy7]

Just popped in to check up on everyone. Seems bit quiet on here now we’re in 3rd tri lol everyone must be busy getting ready! I’m having strange impulses to do things like yesterday ate my lunch then randomly decided to gloss a door! No idea where that came from but if it lasts at least the house will be all sparkly soon lol

 

[Summerwine]

Thinking of you both at the moment HS & Princess. Sounds like a stressful time.

I've also been having strange impulses Spriddy! I find myself desperate to clean out the kitchen cupboards or the cooker hood (and as someone who doesn't clean anymore than is absolutely necessary as a rule, I'm finding this unnerving!)

 

[Spriddy7]

Thinking of you both at the moment HS & Princess. Sounds like a stressful time.

I've also been having strange impulses Spriddy! I find myself desperate to clean out the kitchen cupboards or the cooker hood (and as someone who doesn't clean anymore than is absolutely necessary as a rule, I'm finding this unnerving!)

Lol I do as much as I need to only so I know what u mean hun it’s scary stuff

 

[Princesssaxy]

Spent an hour with consultant, had a meltdown...standard me!

She was lovely and went through all my measurements to reassure me and explained everything on the scan sheet I’d been given. My anxiety is never going to fully disappear but it’s made me feel a bit better. I said my main concerns were movements as baby has no pattern and labour itself. She said that I’m doing the right thing getting movements checked if I’m concerned and that pregnant women without anxiety disorders get really stressed about it so not to blame myself and think I’m wasting time etc. We discussed birth and there is going to be a care plan drawn up for me to try to relax me e.g no student midwives so that there’s no more people there than necessary (I’m not good with strangers or lots of people at a time) and ensuring that everything is explained to me clearly at all times - stuff like that - she did dtheyre never going to not explain things but she will try to help me feel in control as much as possible. She’s getting me an appointment with the anaesthetist to go through all pros and side effects of various pain relief in case I need it and so I feel like I’ve met someone in that job role from the hospital so I’m a bit more comfortable . Back to seeing midwife now unless anything else happens.

Got a major presentation to management tomorrow afternoon so I think the appt came at the right time to calm me down for a few days before I find something else!!

Just can’t believe how close it’s getting, I can’t even imagine what it’s all going to feel like or how it’s going to go!

 

[HS1985]

That's excellent Princess, I'm so pleased it was so positive for you. Your consultant sounds excellent!x

 

[Spriddy7]

Another scan today at 33+2 and he’s growing well at 4lb 9oz buts waters dropped below the graph now so had to go and start steroid injections just in case and back for another scan next week and week after. Trying not to worry but don’t know how successful that will be lol

 

[Princesssaxy]

Don’t think the worry is ever going to not be there!

At least you’re getting monitored closely spriddy

How you feeling HS?

Chief midwife rang me today, she actually came to my house but I was at work apparently my meltdown on Wednesday worried them! I said I was ok with midwives and option of consultant if necessary but it was so sweet they rang. I know their job is to care but I’m not really used to people being so nice 😂

 

[HS1985]

Oh Spriddy you have my sympathies for the steroids. They stung my butt cheek like a b*tch! Just think of how positive it is they are keeping a close eye on you and they noticed.
Princess what a lovely lady! Sounds like your care team have it sussed on reassurance. Hope you're feeling better now and the big work presentation went well.
I'm up and down like a yoyo to be honest. Scans every other day and complete uncertainty on arrival date are taking their toll on me and OH. Our consultant and care team are great but i feel like we can't unwind fully except the first 12 hours after another stable check up. We've been doing great with eachother, despite all of it, working as a team and being really supportive. However It's his bday on Monday and while I want a celebration for him, especially considering everything, I can't stand the idea of him going out and getting drunk with his mates in case the circumstances take a down turn and he isn't in a fit state to support me and bump. That is stressing me out even more at the mo and it's getting on his nerves as he sees it as me being negative and expecting the worst, I just see it as sensible to be prepared. I dunno, I think being on high alert full time is driving me slowly mad. Physically though, and most importantly little Slpdge is doing well despite all the drama in the outside world and the deteriorating placenta. I'll take the stress as long as that stays the case sorry for a bit of a ramble x

 

[Spriddy7]

To right they do hs I’ve never minded needles but did think fml Labour is less pain than this!! Glad ur doing ok and staying strong together. The birthday situation I totally get but maybe the 1 night will just give you both but of chill time can you arrange go pictures or nice meal with someone so your out enjoying yourself as well?

 

[HS1985]

That's a good idea. He has said that he gets it but we all know how the phrase 'a couple of beers' ends lol. I just need to take a chill so maybe some girl time will be the answer