Popcorn Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 I've been wondering whether to post a picture of my pregnant self for a while, as the last thing I want to do is force the topic, when i know some people would rather not be involved in pregnancy and baby conversations.....and being a bit shy... But then I thought I'll post it anyway, as I am rather proud of myself and it is looking a bit splendid if I may say so I'm 28 weeks now. Wonder how much bigger I am going to get.... It's all getting a bit exciting too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Gina you look absolutely beautiful and your bump looks wonderful. It will get considerably bigger, I'm sure you have read up on how quickly the baby grows in the last trimester! It's almost impossible to believe. I loved being pregnant and kind of missed my bumps when they were gone but you do have the best form of distraction in a beautiful new baby. When my first one (Lizzy) arrived 17 days early I felt quiite cheated out of my last couple of weeks of pregnancy! Make the most of this special time. I'm sure everyone will be happy to see and hear how you are progressing, and I, for one, will be very happy to hear about your birth story after the event. I imagine you have really started something here. Be prepared for everybody's pregnancy and birth experiences to follow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamsin Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Gina,Congratuations,how exciting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicola H Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Gina you are blooming what a lovely picture..................Thankyou for posting it I was wondering how it was all going, you just keep being proud of your bump............... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted February 19, 2006 Author Share Posted February 19, 2006 shucks...thanks guys Nicola - I've lost your chook avater all of a sudden? Is it me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Chick Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Hello Gina, You look lovely, brings back a lot of happy memories. Hey I'am not alone told Nicola she has lost her avatar since yesterday. Hope this will be fixed soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted February 19, 2006 Author Share Posted February 19, 2006 We need Kate and her gremlin catching wand.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 I can see it Forum was v slow a few minutes ago though and was worried would not be able to use forum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 That's such a lovely picture, Gina. You're looking so well and the bump is magnificent!! If it's anything like mine, it will get a LOT bigger ! Take care of yourself and give the bump a rub for me ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Lovely photo Gina - you do look blooming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Gina,you look great Happy & healty...exactly like a pregnant lady should! You will get MUCH bigger, & the bump will drop quite a lot too Keep doing the pelvic floor exercises,won't you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Gina, you look like you are absolutely blooming, and although it doesn't seem possible - you will just keep expanding over the next couple of months! Remember to enjoy the peace and quiet, and keep your feet up and enjoy the next few months - just wait till the nesting kicks in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Gorgeous photo Gina, good to see you looking so well, and blooming The bump will definitely get quite a bit bigger, to the point of the later stages of pregnancy getting quite uncomfortable at times..... the delights of backache, swollen ankles and all But it's all worth it at the end Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 Gina you look bloomin' lovely. Very neat bump if I may say so BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motherhen Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 It's lovely to get past the 'looking fat' to obviously pregnant size How much bigger will you get? - LOTS - more than you could imagine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookie Posted February 19, 2006 Share Posted February 19, 2006 What a bee-yewtiful bump Gina You look really well As for how much bigger you will get...I can only say I look back at photos of me the day before I delivered my DS and I literally cannot believe that was me So make sure you keep taking photos - they are fab to look back on! Love, Cookie. xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Gina, I'm so glad you posted the pic, of course we want to share in your happiness! You, and "Bump" are looking fabulous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted February 20, 2006 Author Share Posted February 20, 2006 I've starting to get more symptoms over the past two weeks. Back ache is kicking in - my yoga helps with this and a gym ball, and i've got really thick ankles, very attractive. I wear my tights Nora Batty style to compliment the look! If I wear ankle socks I end up with really deep ridges in my skin How much bigger can I get?!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 This is just the start!! Post a pic again in March and see the difference.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Hi Gina, you look fantastic - obviously at that blooming stage Take care and rest if you can, the baby will take a lot of energy from now on and you will get a good bit bigger yet! I was enormous and couldn't get behind the wheel of the car for the last two weeks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted February 20, 2006 Author Share Posted February 20, 2006 That's good news. I'm the chauffeur round these parts and will look forward to the back seat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crooked Chicken Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 You look fab Gina, and yes it's brought back lovely memories for me. With my two pregnancies I (luckily) only put weight on the front. From behind you would never have guessed I was preganant, but turn round and boy, it was all there, all in front. I got really huge, and yes, you're going to get A LOT bigger. I really did eat for two (sometimes three) and I loved it. I remember being so huge in front, that I couldn't bend down, so it was slip on shoes for many week. Remember panicking that I couldn't bend over to shave my legs. Had HORRIBLE visions of giving birth, with hairy gorilla legs. BIC did the trick in the end - I hasten to add!!! Good luck with it all - and indulge yourself (while you can) with good books and relaxation. XX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 That bit about your legs reminds me of a friend who was horrified that she couldn't see to do her bikini line before she went into hospital and ended up getting her hubby to do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I had to have an emergency section when I had Caity, 3 weeks early - I was mortified because I hadn't shaved my legs for ages, so I was all bristley, and had hideous orange chipped nail varnish on my toes that my next door neighbours daughter had painted on about 3 weeks before. I couldn't reach my toes to take it off myself, and Chookiehubbie kept forgetting! So take heed, Gina - always be prepared......! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I remember getting my best friend to paint my toe nails before I went into hospital to have my section, then the midwive took one look at it and said 'that'll have to come off'; I was horrified! Asked my mother to paint them again for me when she came in to see me the next day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
