Baby diaries
Birth Story
Here it is, my birth story. Beware as it is long… but then so was my labour! We arrived at the hospital at 10am on Monday to be induced and little Althea wasn’t born until 3.22pm on Tuesday so it Read more…
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Week 39 – The cold
Pregnancy lowers your immune system so getting a cold or other bugs can be so easy but can it also be an early sign of labour! As I fast approach my due date, every little symptom is getting the good Read more…
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Week 38 – Family panic
At 38 weeks I am nearing the end of my pregnancy and now that little one is full term, she could arrive at any moment! Surprisingly this week I found out how being so close to the end can bring Read more…
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Week 36 – Lightening
Lightening (or when your bump drops) is a normal stage of pregnancy but what does it really mean. For me almost all this pregnancy I have felt terrible – this is mainly due to my inability to be able to Read more…
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Week 37 – Physio
Aches and pains come with Pregnancy – often it can get so bad though that you need a bit of help from a physio or chiropractic therapist. Back in January I was referred to the physio department for two issues Read more…
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Week 34 – Old People
Taking the bus is a vital method to travel, especially when you are old, disabled or have too big a bump to drive. I have never had a driving licence – I couldn’t afford it nor did I want to Read more…
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Week 35 – Boundaries
Babies are exciting for a lot of people – sometimes though you need to set boundaries with family and friends. This weekend I was visited by my dad – this is only the second time I have seen him since Read more…
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Week 33 – Baby shower
In the US, Baby showers are common place but that isn’t the case so much in the UK. They do still happen and are a great way to celebrate before the baby arrives. I knew early on that I wanted Read more…
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Week 31 – Antenatal NHS Course
There are so many parenting courses around today, including one run by the NHS. When I first found out I was pregnant I looked up a number of antenatal courses in the area. Most were too far to get to Read more…
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Week 30 – Birthday
It’s my birthday! But what do you do and get for a heavily pregnant lady for her birthday when her life is about to change. Find out how my partner managed just this. I love birthdays – the idea of Read more…