Community Posts, Tips & Support on Pregnancy

How often are people getting private scans? I had one at 6 weeks and now thinking I want another at 9 weeks. I don’t know if I can wait another 3 weeks till the NHS one!

Hi Mamas! How do you count how old your little one is? Do you count the number of weeks from the day they’re born or, for example, if my LO was born January 1st, is February 1st considered 1 month? So confused. Thanks for your help!

Hey mamas, how’s everyone doing? I had my baby 11 days ago and just wanted to check in and see how you’re all coping. I’ve been struggling a bit—lack of sleep, feeling really emotional and hormonal, and I’ve found myself crying a lot. My partner is really helpful and supportive, but I still don’t quite know how to c...

Hi, I’m 3 weeks post c section and last night I slept in my bed for the first time since having the baby. I was laying down on my side for most of the night. This morning when I woke up it hurt so bad to walk, I felt like I just had my c section. Anyone knows why this could be ??

My 6 week old son had the sweats last night to the point he soaked his sleepsuit! He’s drinking less but I checked his temperature and it’s 36.4 which is fine. I’ve stripped him down to cool off and he doesn’t mind it. This morning he was a bit sweaty but not so bad. Is this normal in baby’s?

6 weeks 6 days - cycles in the past have been irregular A gestation sac is seen towards the fundus of the uterus measuring a mean sac diameter of 11.6mm (5.9weeks). A yolk sac seen. A possible fetal pole seen measuring 1.9mm. No fetal heart pulsations seen during todays scan. Any ideas on what to make of this they...

My 4 week old has had an bit of a sticky looking eye for the past 2 days I’m just wondering if anyone knows if this could be conjunctivitis or just a blocked tear duct? I feel silly for making a fuss if just a blocked tear duct and going to minor injuries for it…

Someone tell me there’s not a line there cuz I feel like I’m going nuts lmao my boyfriend doesn’t see it and it looks grey to me but this was within the time frame

Hey, How long have people waited after c section to drive please?

Anyone else’s little one refuse water and just spit it out? She’ll be 9 months on 29th. I don’t know what to do as she literally refuses or if I get her to take some she just spits it out

I’m almost 35 weeks and really struggling to stand. I feel like this baby may come early. I have a lot of pressure in my lower area today and back pain. But I’m not able to stand for too long and I’ve so much to do 🤦‍♀️ I wanted to finish packing the hospital bag today and clear out my wardrobe, clean the house as…

Just wanted to say that baby will come! It’s so hard when you see announcements and you just want to share in that joy, believe me I get it… I was almost 42 weeks with my first! My advice (and I get it’s frustrating advice) but you’ll look back at the quiet time with envy! Put your feet up or get out of the house ...

What is everyone doing? Packing newborn and 0-3 or just newborn? And how many of each should I bring?

Anyone who had growth scans, what did your baby weigh at 36 weeks and if you’ve had them how accurate was it? Been told baby was 7 pound 5oz at 36 weeks and so scared with how much more time she has to grow😫🤣.

Hello all, I am currently 25 weeks pregnant with a little girl. I have decided that I would like to name her Amelia but can not think of a good middle name for her. Her last name would begin with L. If anyone has any good idea please let me know! Thank you all.

Please somebody give me ways to naturally induce labour, I went for a sweep on Wednesday but the midwife couldn’t reach my cervix, I am booked in for another on Thursday 24th the day after my due date incase I don’t have her by then. I am bloody miserable and would ideally want to stay away from the sweep as it was ...

Girlies' when did you start applying creams and oils on your scar? Im nearly 2 weeks post op

I keep seeing posts asking for sugar free ‘baby’ birthday cakes for 1st birthdays. Is this a thing we’re supposed to do?! I know we should limit sugar but it’s their birthday, surely just a normal cake is okay with the small amount they’ll actually have? I’m now second guessing the cake I’ve spent hours putting thou...

Hi all, we’re weeks into the sleep regression and it’s really getting to me. Last night I had a really terrible night after a couple nights that saw a little improvement (still bad compared to what it used to be). I just can’t see an end in sight, my husband has been off work for a little bit for the school holidays...

Clear blue is showing 2/3 weeks and Flo is saying 5weeks 4days we been trying for awhile so super happy hope you all get your big fat positives too ❤️