Community Posts, Tips & Support on Pregnancy

Hi girls, bit of an awkward one but wondering if others have been the same. I’m 11 weeks post c section and even though it’s safe to do so, I have zero desire to do so at all. I am exclusively breast feeding so I know that can impact it but just curious if others feel the same way, frankly I’m not too bothered but f...

Hi everyone! I’m 31 weeks and I’ve been experiencing nosebleeds everyday. Is it happening to anyone else? Not sure if it’s hormonal or weather change

I tried increasing fiber rich foods and eliminated dairy and processed foods. Any other suggestions???

I was diagnosed with GD before 5 weeks and since last week, I started insulin with a dosage of 10 pts and for some reason it doesn't seem to work that effectively. Just wanted to check what's others dosage ?? I was also told that I can't be on metformin as my Liver functionality test showed abnormal results and am c...

The physical side of my miscarriage finally ended yesterday. Today I wrote it all down and now just need to put it out into the world. https://medium.com/@stephanieanne_54526/missed-miscarriage-46f1e49ed850

I’m having my third membrane sweep tomorrow. I’m 2cm dilated, and baby’s head is down. I’ll also be booking my induction tomorrow, but I’m feeling pretty nervous about it. I’ve heard some inductions end in c-sections. For those who were induced, how was your experience? Was it super painful? Did it end in a c-secti...

Did you have a bloody show? If so, how soon did you go into labor?

Does anyone know if the hospital stay for a c section with complete placenta previa is still 3 days? Or is it planned for longer?

I am experiencing the WORST insomnia of my life! I had mild insomnia with my first, but its gotten to the point where I cant even nap during the day?! Were on day 4 of the insomnia and ive maybe slept 7 hours total this entire time. I go to bed at 10 and lay there with random songs on loop until my baby wakes up a...

Hi all - 37wks here and struggling with mid to right back pain that is also coming from the front ribs I think from baby kicking. Also- have slightly elevated fluid levels so might also been causing everything to squash. The pain is worse after walking more than 15 mins which sucks because I love walking. Any tips...

So, those that read my post will know I was admitted to hospital until the baby is here because of the baby's position. I have just been told my C section date is 31st October 🎃 so no November baby for me haha xx

When did everybody’s second arrive in comparison to their first born? My first was born at 40+6 but I am convinced baby no2 will come early! X

We’ve had this trip planned for months and thought I was going to get away with it before morning sickness started… nope! This morning’s surprise was super dizzy and nauseous! So bummed :( I’m already missing a bunch of what we’ve planned (happy to skip the hot springs for baby!) but not sure how to navigate this tr...

I'm 17 weeks +3 and this evening I have a strange sensation between my bellybutton and pubic bone, feels like I'm being flicked/poked from the inside...could this be baby or am I getting excited over nothing 😅

Here are a few I have and can not make a decision I’m Due in 12 weeks and need help which do use like the most on this list

I'm 21+3 and up until Sunday, was feeling baby more with each day. I didn't feel any movement on Sunday and have had limited movements the last two days. Has anyone else experienced the same at this stage of pregnancy?

Can someone help me out with what recovery gift to get for my sister in law that is having her 4th scheduled c section? I want to buy her something helpful for recovery, because I know it can be much tougher to recover after multiple c sections. She had a tough recovery with her last baby too, but I am unsure what ...

Hey there ladies! I am 5 weeks pregnant but haven’t experienced morning sickness. Is that normal at this stage. This is my pregnancy test. It’s clearly positive lol 😂

I’ve been having on and of tightening since 4pm I’m 40 weeks I’m not sure if it’s contractions as I’m first time mum there different time gaps and last different durations

I’ve already had a planned c section, but only got the date 2 days before. Had multiple appointment with consultants for various reasons so wondering how it works as my pregnancy is more straight forward this time