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We had the 20 week scan today and it was fabulous. We got to see the baby in so much detail and it really cheered me up as, despite having a much better time with the sickness etc., I've had a bit of a crappy time over the past couple of weeks - all starting with my beloved dog being put to sleep just over 2 weeks ago. I should be feeling really happy as we have so much to look forward to over the next few months but I've been a bit down. I'm guessing pregnancy hormones just make everything feel 10 times worse.
I was feeling very anxious before the scan. I just wanted to know that everything was alright. Even though I've been having good movements now for a long time there's always that niggling doubt.
We ended up finding out the sex of the baby this morning. I didn't want to find out but Matt did and as I wouldn't let him find out with Mini Cheddar it was time to concede. We weren't going to tell anyone but our parents asked so we told them. My Sister said she doesn't want to know though - so hoping my Mum and Dad don't spill the beans! It feels very strange knowing...I still wish we hadn't found out but I'm happy also that we did. I know, I don't make any sense but hey, I'm pregnant!
We spent a long time with the consultant after the scan. I'm consultant led as I had to have a caesarean section with MC. I have until 34 weeks to decide to try and push for another caesarean or to try for a VBAC. I must say at the moment that the VBAC is looking more desirable - the thought of staying in hospital for 2 nights with MC at home will kill me. It's funny because first time I was so prepared for a natural birth and was destroyed when I knew I'd have to have a c-section. Now, after having such an amazing c-section birth, the thought of a VBAC scares the hell out of me! What will be, will be I guess.
The glucose levels in my urine were VERY high today which is of concern to them. I am due to have a GTT at 30 weeks anyway because of family history of diabetes - I had to have one with MC but it was fine. Hopefully it's just the amount of pineapple juice I drank this morning when I woke up (oops!) and the fact I had THE biggest chocolate panettone at Piccolinos last night.
In other news I'm feeling really ill in a non-pregnancy related way. My throat feels like it's on fire, my head aches and tonight I've started aching. Really hacked off as I had my flu jab in October. MC is really struggling. She's had a bad cold and the worst cough ever for almost 2 weeks and tonight she's thrown up everywhere. She's had a sleep for an hour and then woke up coughing and crying and talking about wanting to go to Asda (?!?!). Back to the doctors for us tomorrow!
That's all for now...enough of my ramblings. See you in 2 weeks!
27 comments:
Good luck with the test, darling!
The thought of a natural birth scares the hell outta me too - although I thought the 4 days after the C-section were some of the most horrific pain ever. Trade off? Meh.
glad scan went ok hope your sugar levels get sorted out and that you get some rest to recover from the cold symptoms . xx
Glad scan went ok and I bet you slip up and tell everyone the sex by the end of your pregnancy!! ;) Cant wait to hear what your having! x
Good luck with the tests and so pleased the scan went well. I had an emergency c-section with my second and it was so hard I was in hospital 5 days with my little one at home, so hard. Hugs x
I am feeling exactly the same as you! I had a C section because E was breech and it was such a lovely experience - calm, peaceful and not stressful or even painful in the slightest. I recovered really quickly! Yet I am scared of a natural birth, but don't want to spend 2 nights in hospital without my little girl. What to do??!
Beautiful clear scan photo! so glad everything is fine and I can't believe you know! You will have to make sure you don't refer to he or she by mistake, he he.
I am feeling the same as you about the birth. I had an emergency section and the most part of me wants another (for various reasons) and because things didn't go as planned with Beastie, where I would have liked to have done it naturally, it's left me a little scared now too. Scared it will go down the emergency route again or the use of forceps! I think I will be able to cope with 2 days in hospital, just, but it's the being trapped in bed with a catheter and not being able to pick your baby up without help that puts me off. I was in a right state that first night! xx
I have a grin from one ear to the other, so happy everything is ok and DYING to know the sex because I am so curious :)
Take good care and leave the worrying about VBAC to the doctors, you'll be fine xx
Thanks Mari.
We were going to keep it secret but because both sets of parents now know we aren't too concerned and will tell people if they ask...nicely ;)
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We aren't really keeping it a secret from people now as our parents know so if people want to know and ask us then we will tell them.
Elective sections are so much different to emergency ones...did you read my birth story? Honestly I recovered really quickly. I'm sure you'll be fine whatever you decide hun. Have they told you that you have to try for a VBAC?
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It's such a tough decision isn't it? My section due to breech was a lovely experience. Hmmm tough one xx
Thanks :) That must have been awful for you Susan - it was bad enough for 2 days last time, I couldn't imagine 5 xx
Thanks Katie :) Our parents have asked now so we've told them so we aren't keeping it a secret now. If people want to know and ask us then we will tell them xx
Thanks hun. Hope you are feeling well xx
Life's a bitch eh!
My 20 week scan is fast approaching and we've decided to find out the sex this time too. We didn't before but like you my hubby wants to know and we didn't before so it's fair we find out this time. Also there are lots of practical reasons to find out. The trouble is the closer it gets the more nervous I feel about finding out. It's silly really as I genuinely don't mind whether it's a boy or a girl. It's just I can't help wondering how I'll feel knowing this time around. Will I start worrying about stuff that I wouldn't have done if I didn't know or will it be reassuring. I am looking forward to telling my daughter what it is though as everyone keep asking her whether she'd like a brother or sister and I'd like to make it very clear that we don't actually get to choose!!
That scan pic looks amazing! So glad it's gone well for you. My baby was an emergency section and I've always thought that for my second, when the time comes, I'd like another section. I totally understand about not wanting to leave MC at home. I'd actually never thought of that!! it's a difficult one but hope you're able to pick the best one for you.
Oh man, I love scan pics, they make me go all broody... *eek* Glad your scan went well and I hope you feel better soon. Take care of yourself, and, uh, maybe take MC to Sainsbury's instead? Y'know, mix it up? ;) x x
awwww lovely scan pic! I was devastated when I found out I'd have to have C-sections too but after having four of them I wouldn't have had childbirth any other way. When I had my boys they kept you in for 10 whole days with a C-section...it was like torture, lol x
wow you are bringing back memories of that night where I couldn't feel anything from the waist done and was bed ridden with a catheter.....
Mine wasn't emergency though.
Scan photo is gorgeous x
Sorry you've been feeling under the weather, but congratulations and what an exciting time! So excited for you! I reckon either way you go, the birth of your second little one will be such a special, memorable day. There is nothing to beat that magical first moment when your eldest first lays eyes on your youngest and...smiles.
Glad it all went well, hmmmm I'm thinking another girl bundle? I know you won't reply on here though. xxx
Scans are so so exciting! I used to love them and had so many with the girls. I loved knowing the sex of my babes as it allowed me to get all organised. Hoping yu are feeling much better by now. Mich x
Lovely shot of baby! I had a love/hate relationship with my scans. I was always terrified beforehand but loved seeing DD moving about! So glad all went well and hope you and MC are feeling better now x
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