May mummies and rainbows to be :)

[lisey]

Thanks so much. Yes, I really like it there. Have missed it xx

 

[Eryinera]

Yea the rhythm sounds good extra beats can be normal as csn murmurs which can be heard on the valves when the heart is going faster thsn usual. 140 is typically assuming your a similar age to me what you should be aiming for on an intensive workout. So its the top top end of the wirking normal. Resting hb should be around 80bpm high rate through the night indicates the heart is working harder than normal.

What i had was arrythmic tachycardia. So it would be normal (as low as 50bpm) then spike up to 160+ for no real reason adding it odd beats at irregular times. They assumed for a while my hb spiked when i was going upstairs but when i told them i was lying on the sofa thats when it became "odd". But your doc should be able to exo,sin it all better im not to sure on all the technicalities and what not just what my cardiologist told me. (Though my cardio was actually a sprcialist in rare and unusual medical cases rather than a dedicated cardio)

 

[lisey]

I am 33. I was shocked when I saw 146bpm. I wasn't doing anything strenuous at all. I would have been in all day with possibly a dog walk. The 146 was at night though so would have been laying or sitting down. I don't really know what to think? Are these good results in the circumstances or does it warrant further investigation? Hopefully she will advise on Wednesday but most doctors seem to have the fob off mentality xx

 

[snowbee]

Sometimes my heart rate increases dramatically when I am asleep and dreaming about certain things, maybe that is what you were doing for it to spike that high at night? I know I've woken up a few times after a weird or scary dream and my heart has been really racing which can be quite scary.

 

[Eryinera]

Yeah could be that. Hcg can increase heart rate it's one of the effects of the hormone. Our hearts naturally bet more when pregnant too because we have 50% more blood in our bodies. I'm 30 so we should be around the same limits. I (used to) have low BP and a slow heart but I used to also be very fit and healthy

 

[Eryinera]

Also these are short term influence's that can increase heat rate I k ow a lot don't apply. But some may well do.

Dehydration. Low blood sugar. Stress.

Some of these influencers include:

Illness - When you suffer from fever, injury, anemia, or infection, your heart rate increases to provide more oxygen throughout the body and for other functions, in response to triggers by the immune system.
Emotional Stress - You have likely heard of the "fight or flight" response. Part of this response to fear or stress is increased heart rate which will return to normal as the stress is reduced.
Physical Exertion - Exercise makes your heart beat faster in a very healthy way, as it works to provide oxygen to the muscles and tissues being worked.
Drugs - Whether prescribed, herbal or illicit, medications and street drugs can cause an unhealthy, rapid heartbeat.
Extreme Temperature - Very cold conditions cause your heart rate to increase to bring more blood to the surface of the skin and warm it. The same can happen in extreme heat.
Glycogen Levels - If your blood sugar level drops, the body will react by quickening pulse, working to fuel muscles and provide energy.
Dehydration - When the body is dehydrated, blood does not move as well within its vessels. Waste builds up in the bloodstream, so the heart pumps faster to flush out those wastes.
Caffeine - Caffeinated beverages and snacks like chocolate coffee beans increase the heart rate.
Alcohol - Drinking alcohol causes blood vessels in the limbs to dilate. This means the heart has to work harder to pump blood to these extended areas. This raises the heart rate.
Smoking - Cigarettes and other nicotine products cause increased heart rate during and shortly after use. Over time, smoking also causes long-term high blood pressure

 

[lisey]

I do think it's pregnancy related for me as I first had to go to A&E at around 7 or 8 weeks I think. I don't think it was from dreaming, I often notice that it gets very high when I am in bed, and believe me, I am not doing anything to get excitable about lol. Some of my readings were in the 70s and 80s which is fine but often over 100 too. I don't know what they will advise, I am assuming it will just resolve once I have had baby. I do wonder if it will affect birth choices? Xx

 

[kabuk1]

Well, I'm taking my first crack at oliebollen (Dutch doughnuts with apple and raisins) today, without a deep fryer and a thermometer. I'm adventurous. At least the dough did rise! The secret family recipe is only passed down to the boys, so at least this little one will get it. I sure hope he likes to bake! For now, when we aren't with the family in Holland, I'm going to try and perfect my own!

Hope everyone has a good new years eve!

 

[BettyHoop]

Happy new year everyone. I haven't had time to catch up on everything but hope you're all well. How exciting we're all having babies this coming year!! Xx

 

[lisey]

Happy New Year everyone xx

 

[MrsLM23]

Hi ladies! Today is the first day I've managed to get out of bed in 3 days thanks to this awful virus Poor hubby has caught it now too so we managed to actually go and get the food shop this morning and now he's back in bed and I'm trying to blitz the house as I want all the germs gone lol! Probably should still be resting as still not feeling 100% but I can't bear the house to be a mess and full of lurgy lol. How our little girl hasn't caught it I have no idea but thank god she hasn't!
I was officially halfway yesterday too So happy! This time last year we conceived our second little bean that we lost so it's amazing to be ending the year halfway through a healthy pregnancy. Bump has definitely had a spurt too!
Also managed to get 2 packs of 3 MAM bottles in the mothercare sale for £12 each. Bargain Now just to stock up on more muslins and vests as we have enough sleepsuits for the first month and then once hubby feels better he's going to get all our little girls stuff out of the loft for us to start sorting through. Also need to actually go and choose a pram feel like we're leaving it quite late but sure we will decide at some point. Just need to go without our crazy kid as she just runs off playing so we can never look at stuff together as one of us is always chasing her about lol x

 

[snowbee]

Glad you are feeling a bit better now MrsLM. I've done a fair bit of our baby shopping in the sales, so now feeling pretty organised! I think we have timed it nicely from that point of view! I'm sure there are many little bits and bobs we will still need but for the time being I'm going with the minimal approach and then going to buy stuff we are missing when we need it (good old internet shopping and next day delivery should see us through most things...). Car seat is the next big one on our list.

Happy new year to all, looking forward to 2017 and all these babies

 

[nikkix86]

Happy new year girls hope you all have a nice night and tomorrow we can say we're having our babies this year xx

 

[Leighwiltshire]

Happy new year girls xxxx

 

[Dovekie]

I'm back in the UK now, having survived my holiday and flights. My belly has grown - it looks a bit like yours MrsLM. Baby seems to have days where it moves a lot, and then others where I might only feel it once or twice. I have my scan on Friday, which is exciting.

Life is still uncertain for me at the moment. I thought it was finally working out, but then it broke again. Whatever happens, I'm out of my house mid-January.

Happy New Year

 

[lisey]

Does anybody else's bump feel really tight on the sides? Not Brixton hicks but like it can't possibly stretch anymore? I had this a week or so ago and then bump had a growth spurt. I assume it is because of growth but it is so uncomfortable at times xx

 

[kabuk1]

My sides started feeling tight too. The worst is the top part of my belly when standing. It feels like it's being over stretched, like I'm bloated and ate way too much, but neither is the case. Lying down helps. I'm assuming it's my uterus growing upwards, apparently it should be about a cm a week now. We'll see soon enough I'm sure.

I'm getting so much movement now. I love it. Already thinking how I'll miss that feeling. It really is the most amazing feeling in the world.it really feels like I have a little ninja inside. I've been enjoying my lazy mornings being off as he's quite active then. I just lay in bed and talk to him and rub my belly and enjoy. It was quite amusing earlier. It felt like he did a double fist pump just as I was celebrating a goal and was so active the entire time I was watching the match.

 

[lisey]

It is quite uncomfortable isn't it. Mine feels like I have over eaten too and it is stretched to the limit. I have had to come lay down in bed as can't get comfy on the sofa.

The movement is just amazing. I love it, feels like mine has been doing somersaults today xx

 

[Emily0505]

My bump feels very tight and heavy today, like it's stretched loads. Maybe she's had a growth spurt?

I've had a few movements today but nothing like as much as yesterday. I love feeling her move!

Got all our baby stuff (what's left of it anyway) from the loft. There might be a few bits we can use for her but not much, which was what I suspected. Never mind though, more shopping!! I'm not sure whether to get some tiny baby stuff or just stick with newborn? Cam was only 7lb4oz at 10 days over due and sonographer said that she's not a very big baby although not overly small. I've got one tiny baby grow and vest but that's it. Wish we knew how big they'd be when they're born!

XX

 

[missyeovil]

I accidentally got a few tiny baby bits the last time and my son wore them for a week/10 days and he was 7lbs 9oz. He would have been fine going into newborn straight off though I think? You could maybe get one wee pack of vests and sleepsuits in tiny size and send hubby out for more if needs be?

My bump has been really tight on the sides recently too. Keep thinking I need to start using some moisturiser or something on it to try and minimize stretch marks. I didn't get any with my daughter till I went overdue but really want to avoid getting any new ones if at all possible! X