Guest Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 It was 3 wheeled, huge wheels,really sporty looking, & hot pink! I WANT IT, I WANT IT!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 Just a word of caution about the judging the sex of babies from scans. I used to teach antenatal classes for the NCT and I learned there that due to the mum's hormones a babies genitals can be very swollen at the time a scan is taken and therefore what looks like boy bits can infact be swollen girl's bits, two lots of femle hormones you see . This was borne out when a family member was told she was expecting a boy and shopped accordingly, then 6 months later had a girl. They are usually right but not always. Nice having the surprise I think. A friend of mine knew the gender of her baby from the scan, then had to have an elective C section, she was so upset that absolutley nothing about the birth was unknown weeks beforehand. Each to their own though for some folks it makes it better knowing what's coming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Good point Trish, I used to be a midwife and also did the NCT teacher training, and a few times mums have burst into tears at the delivery because they were expecting the opposite sex Definitley personal choice, but I didn't really enjoy being pregnant, feeling 'off' all the way through, and not knowing helped make it easier, (still didn't stop me doing it 4 times !!) boy girl boy girl Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 One of the worst births I ever assisted with was probably about 15 years ago, when we didn't tell women about what sex of baby they were expecting. I delivered a young woman of her 6th baby, & her 6th girl. She literally turned her head to the wall and said that she didn't want it. I said something horrendously inane like "but she's beautiful", whereupon the woman turned on me, really angry and said "Well you can have her then" She refused to do anything for the baby, not feeding, not anything, but between tears in the delivery room she and her partner were discussing trying for their next baby..... who of course they wanted to be a boy. She took early discharge, and her Mum came in to help with the baby. I worried about the poor little thing for ages after I wanted a suprise with both of mine, Seb sadly didn't believe in suprises, still doesn't , but then for some people it's great to be able to plan ahead, buy in the pink or blue stuff and so on. It's so brilliant that a lot of the time we do have the option these days, although sometimes even then scans can be wrong, or babies can be hiding , the technology is good, but not failsafe. I do wonder what would have happened if my lady had known from her scan, time to accept another girl.... or termination Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Here in Edinburgh, they refuse to sex the baby at your scan, exactly for that reason - women were finding that they were expecting the 'wrong sex' and were then asking for a termination, or an incorrect sex was given and people were threatening to sue. They did, however, offer to tell me at a growth scan I had at 32 weeks, when I had Caitlin, but by that point I didn't really care - I was fairly sure it was a girl (thanks to Nana Haigs failsafe method!), and I just wanted to give birth to a healthy, safe baby - no matter what the sex! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 I understand that in some areas with a high percentage in certain ethnic groups, that they have a policy of not telling what the sex is in case it gets aborted. I wanted to know when I was expecting Rosie because I like to be organised and prepared. Although I really wanted a girl, I had been convinced that I was carrying a boy, so was surprised when they told me, but they insisted on having two opinions and only tellling if they were absolutely sure. I knew towards the end that I was having a c-section, because Rosie was a footling breech and 8lb 7oz - it had got to the point where she couldn't turn and I was enormous (I am only 5' 1" and 7.5 stone ) I was soo happy at having a c section that I could have kissed the obstetrician. He actually put on my notes that I shouldn't labour as my womb could've ruptured - Uggghhh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahJo Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Here goes then ... Ben was breech, and at 35 weeks I had a pelvic scan, to see if I could deliver naturally. Already knew he was a boy from the 20wk scan ... and this was confirmed throughout. Waters broke early hours of my 29th Birthday,36 weeks of pregnancy, as Graham got in from a night shift ..... then had a c-section, as pelvis too small, and Ben arrived on my friday birthday, day. . Joe too was c-section, and again breech .. threatened to appear at 32 weeks ... competing with Ben for an even earlier arrival. Managed to keep him IN till 38 weeks. Again knew a little boy at 20 weeks, but because I had alot of scans, this was always confirmed. I too would not care for the sex of any baby ..... apparently, I should never have conceived in the 1st place, let alone carry a babe to full term, or there-abouts . I am just glad to have 2 healthy, happy and well balanced children. Ben was 7lb 8oz, and Joe who stayed in longer was 6lb 14 oz ...... Ben is still the stockier of the 2 even now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 But little treasures & absolutely worth it, as you say, SarahJo. Er, girls, let's not compare birthnotes on the forum though, just any positive tips! I must reassure anyone with a narrow looking pelvis...a friend and I were expecting 1sts on the same day. I had the usual kind of experience My friens is naturally a tiny person, very slight and wears children size clothes and shoes. She had the most laid back, relaxed and easy childbirth I've ever heard of! So, there we go, how someone appears, and their medical situation, can be 2 different things! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 There's nothing nicer than the moment they pass that lovely little newborn baby to you to cuddle, Gina. Just melts your heart and brings a tear to your eye. It just gets better from then onwards. You forget labour in that moment and as they grow up, each difficult stage is quickly forgotten as something new and wonderful comes along to take its place . Sleepless nights are replaced by nights when they go all the way through. Potty training seems hellish at the time but they soon get the idea! Even when they are big, strapping teenagers, they still have a hug for their Mum! Enjoy your pregnancy, Gina. The best is still to come . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 That first moment with your baby is just the best thing ever and I would do it every day!!!! So precious it makes everything before worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 and everything after, including the nappies ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Oh, I'm going broody again! It's so exciting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Careful Sheila, Lesley's looking for a broody You could get pressed into service Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Don't tempt me! Little chicks! Have accepted 4 children are enough for LSH (more than enough ) & 6 chooks are enough for neighbours (more than enough ) Really musn't start on more guineas again. So, what to do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 ughh, thanks guys. just reminded me of some of the reasons we are childfree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Popcorn Posted January 8, 2006 Author Share Posted January 8, 2006 There's nothing nicer than the moment they pass that lovely little newborn baby to you to cuddle, Gina. Just melts your heart and brings a tear to your eye. It just gets better from then onwards. You forget labour in that moment and as they grow up, each difficult stage is quickly forgotten as something new and wonderful comes along to take its place . Sleepless nights are replaced by nights when they go all the way through. Potty training seems hellish at the time but they soon get the idea! Even when they are big, strapping teenagers, they still have a hug for their Mum! Enjoy your pregnancy, Gina. The best is still to come . Kate - thankyou. That was lovely. I've printed it off and stuck it in my baby s"Ooops, word censored!" book and put it on my blog. I couldn't sleep a few nights ago and so got to up make a drink. I turned the tele on only to catch the start of Desperate Midwives....... Now I'm scared Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 Gina, try not to watch these programmes - they tend to concentrate on the unusual labours - you never see them say ' and here's Gina - she came in 4 hours ago after her waters broke, she progressing nicely, and should be ready to push before the widwifes change shift'. It just doesn't make great viewing! (Bit like the 'factual' chicken flu stories on the news!). You'll be shown videos at Ante Natel classes which are far more useful, and while I agree, it's a bit scary, you become soooo focused during labour that the pain really does fade away in your memory fairly quickly after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted January 8, 2006 Author Share Posted January 8, 2006 Phew! Dare I say it - I'm looking forward to Labour Day really. Meet my little baby! Here's hoping for a quick birth then !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myles Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 gina try not worry.people dont very often tell you the good stories.i had both of mine without any difficulties,infact i really enjoyed my labours,i was excited about welcoming my babies into the world.the only pain relief i used was a warm relaxing bath.myles was born in hospital and i had a quick discharge and i had alyssa at home which was very special. i think its really important to feel relaxed about it,it doesn't matter what method you choose or not depending on medical circumstances,all that matters is healthy baby,healthy mum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 (edited) Gina, I went into labour in the middle of the night with Tom, all on my own as LSH was on nights at the time. We had no birth plan. No fixed ideas and just went with the flow. Good job as Tom's delivery was difficult BUT the people at the hospital are professionals and do their jobs brilliantly. Even though the delivery was less than perfect, I had no doubts that they were doing everything they could possibly do to help make it easier for me. Tom arrived safely and because we had no fixed idea of how we wanted his birth to be, we weren't disappointed that they had to intervene and it was all taken out of my hands. Happy all round! Go with the flow. Relax. You're in fantastic hands and try not to worry. They'll look after you so ignore all the scary things you see and hear! Your delivery will be unique . Ollie was a section and that was fantastic ! Shame about Rolf Harris on the CD player in the delivery suite ! Edited January 8, 2006 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 It's true Gina, you only get the gory stories, I enjoyed my labours one spontaneous, one induced (but didn't actually need the drip as she was on her way anyway!) another spontaneous and a C section for a low placenta, infact I prefered being in labour to being pregnant as it meant that within a few hours you get to meet your new addition Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 Kate has a good point, Gina. By all means, draw up a birth plan, however, be prepared to be flexible and don't be disapointed if things change along the way. Listen to the advice your midwife gives you, now and during labour, and 'go with the flow'. Always remember, both you and the midwife want the same outcome - healthy baby and happy mum! None of my birth experience so far have gone to plan (Caitlin even managed to screw up her elective section by coming early and presenting in an unstable lie), but in the end I was happy to accept the turn of events each time, and was happy to cuddle my new babies! Lets hope my baby bean behaves itself, and arrives at an apropriate time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Here's to well behaved beans all round Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 (edited) hee hee being a kid (teenager) myself I find this subject quite wierd actually that we (us kids in genral) can bring so much excitement and happieness to adults congrats Edited January 9, 2006 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
