Community Posts, Tips & Support on Second Trimester

I have had every sign of labour. Nausea, vomiting, lost my mucus plug and bloody show, back ache and stomach cramps, mild contractions starting in my back and radiating to my bump which stop me in my tracks which lasted for 6 hours. I went to bed and managed a decent nights sleep, probably better than I have this la...

Hi! 30 weeks now and i have gained a good amount of weight about 30 pounds. I am definitely not proud of it sure but im also growing a baby lol. I still walk everyday, i go to gym no crazy workouts though mostly stretching and moderate to light workouts. BUT my obgyn said she was surprised i go to gym because i have...

I’m at 31 weeks and ever since about 20 weeks my stomach gets really tight throughout the day. I think they are Braxton Hicks. Though they don’t hurt and don’t feel like cramps. It’s mostly just annoying and feeling very full.

How often did you guys use thc in your first trimester? I’m so worried but I can’t keep anything down.

Anyone else deal with a previa? I’m 32 weeks, have an appointment tomorrow to make sure my placenta has moved and I’m so nervous. Really don’t want a c section. Has anyone’s placenta moved last minute?

I had my blood drawn for the NIPT test today. They said it will take up to two weeks for the results. With my first we got it back in exactly 7 days, weekend included. How long did it take you guys to get your results if you did the NIPT test?

I’m quite anxious. According to pregnancy+ baby is around 3lb 4 at 30 weeks. I’m 30+1 and according to my scan today baby weighs 3lb 12oz. Is this normal? Does this mean I’m going to have a big baby? I’m quite scared as I’m a FTM and the thought of giving birth to a huge baby fills me with anxiety Incase I rip etc🤣

Anyone else not overeating or changing their routines but gaining 5-8 lbs in the first 6ish weeks? Super bloated in the uterus area this time around. Really hoping it’s water weight but I have to say I’m getting kinda nervous about it and frustrated.

I've got my glucose test in the morning and feeling so nervous. All I've seen are stories about how bad it makes you feel, tastes bad etc. I'm most nervous about having a blood test without eating (I tend to faint normally if I don't eat before). Did anyone have a positive experience?

Is anyone else really nervous? Wondering how it’s going to feel for myself, and my partner.

Please tell me I’m not alone! About to go off on maternity leave with my second. I’m so happy to be having a second baby. I loved being pregnant last time - it made me so happy. This time it’s just been a whirlwind and I’ve found having a toddler and being at work really hard! Everyone keeps asking me if I can’t ...

Anxiously waiting my results and wondering if anyone else’s dr used them and how long it took to get your results! I had my blood draw 6 days ago (3/25) and got a text Saturday (3/22) that the lab had my sample

I’m feeling so rough, constant nausea, holding back the sickness as I know it’ll just make me feel worse, no appetite, floored with fatigue. Struggling with looking after my 2 year old, I have zero patience. Trying to get through each work day. I’m happy I’m having another baby but I am miserable at the moment....

How many weeks did you start collecting colostrum and how often?

Just need to vent. Feeling so frumpy lately. Maternity clothes baggy now and pre-baby clothes are far too small. I didn't really focus too much on weight at the start but I'm now 5 months post partum now and feel like I'll never get back to pre-baby.

Anyone else having a hard time especially first time moms? I love my little one but man oh man…the nights have been really hard for me and I lowkey dread nightfall as it seems my baby has a harder time at night. I know it’s an adjustment & things will get better with time especially since she’s only 4 weeks but just...

What are your bubs heart rates during this time, mine was 135bpm today x

24 weeks as of today

i switched providers for my fourth baby and i’m already stressing hard. i was hospitalized on the 12th for hypermesis and a panic attack brought on by the episode. my potassium tanked, and i shriveled up. it scared me beyond belief and im not ashamed of that, ive never been so ill i couldn’t control simple things li...

I feel like I’m barely surviving right now without taking a nap during the day. Also nausea is severely affecting my productivity!