Community Posts, Tips & Support on Pregnancy

Went for an examination today at 40 weeks and midwife reported head was very far down at 2/5 engaged however cervix was too far back to examine and couldn’t be pulled forward. Has anyone else experienced this, the midwife said this was perfectly normal and even just the examination may help get things going?

So I’m 34 weeks + 2 days I’m still not showing that much? I constantly see everyone with massive bumps and some days I look and genuinely think where is my baby😂😂 my midwife is completely happy with how baby is growing, I just can’t believe how tiny I am still🙈 Anyone else?💓

First baby, 2cm dilated and having irregular contractions - hospital have said I’m in early labour! anyone been in a similar boat and has labour been near? No other signs so far and due date not for another 2 weeks!

My first was an emergency and this is an elective and the midwife mentioned they might do a new incision a bit higher this time. I’m gutted because you can’t really see my current one it’s quite low down and neat. Anyone else had this?

I’m nearly 29 weeks, baby has very strong movements usually and is very active. For the past 20 mins I’ve been getting a really light tapping where she usually kicks but it’s like every 3 seconds. Feels too slow to be heartbeat which I don’t think I’d feel anyway but she’s never this light and it feels scary at how ...

Our little boy is only 3 weeks old so not even planning anything yet but just out of interest...when did you and your partner first leave your baby for a few hours for a date night for example? Or even over night?!

Measuring 3 days ahead at my 12 week scan yesterday and wondered if anybody knew anything about the skull theory? 💙🩷

Just by glancing does it seem like I dropped? 38 weeks

Can someone tell me why my LH level says “Peak” but my T/C ratio says “Low” (picture in the comments) I’m so confused and which one is actually accurate?

is it normal to feel bruised after an anatomy scan?? i had mine yesterday and this is my first baby but i feel super sore and bruised where they were pushing the probe on my stomach. i don't see any bruising but it hurts when any type of pressure is applied.

Literally went to the stadium (hubby’s dream) and picked up some baby gear 🧸🩵⚽️ Will you be adding any sports gear to your baby’s nursery? Currently in nesting mode even though it’s a bit early lol.

Hi section mamas, do you usually sleep on side after the surgery? Is that okay? I am 6 days post section.

I’m so early but I’m so impatient to know my baby’s gender let’s talk symptoms this is my second baby! My first baby was a girl I had… Terrible sickness (started at 4 weeks) Travel sickness Diarrhoea (sorry tmi) Hardly ate in the first trimester I had quite a low bump I’d say This time I had.. Nausea little flas...

Had really loose bowels this morning and have had period pains and back ache all day?

I’m currently trying to catch but came across a story of someone who had Lapps & now has a short cervix , I’ve had multiple losses and never thought this could be the reason . How do I get it measured ? Can a go do it or do I have to see a specialist ? Also do I have it done before catching or after ? Thank you a...

I had an iron infusion on Wednesday last week but I don’t feel any different. Still feeling pretty sick/weak and dizzy everyday. I was told that I should feel better within a few days. Has anyone else had it and not noticed a difference?

Just shy of 5 weeks pp and past two days have had very thick jelly discharge, similar to what a mucus plug looks like. Is this normal? Yesterday the first bit was pink tinged but after that it’s been clear/egg white. No smell either.

Hey guys I’ve got my gender scan later I’m 18 weeks today. Should I have a full bladder for this? X

We shared the name Hayden for our little boy but we’ve received nothing but negative comments. Lots of people saying it’s chavy and naughty boy name! Any thoughts? Please be honest!

Has anyone introduced two meals a day yet?