Community Posts, Tips & Support on Pregnancy

Went to my midwife today and mentioned that my pelvis felt sore and back ache and lots of pressure. She felt my belly and found the baby’s head quite down into my pelvis. Is this a sign labour is close? Getting my hopes up that she’s going to make an appearance soon but the midwife didn’t mention anything else. Also...

Not looking for anything in particular I'm just frustrated and need to vent. I haven't slept more than 3 hours a night in nearly a month, everything hurts, I can barely function and I am aware I am being a complete a**hole to everyone who has to deal with me right now. I had my last midwife appointment today and...

Sorry if I sound thick but had a growth scan today and the midwife didn’t tell me much other than all was ok, so I went in the chart I was told about a few weeks back to see this on there, what does it mean is this good? 😅

Does anyone else baby just stop moving when dad tries to feel them moving, I’ll tell my partner that the baby’s kicking as soon as he puts his hand there she’ll stop moving, we laugh about it but I really want him to feel her moving but she won’t have any of it.

So I’m 3.5 weeks post partum (C-section delivery) and thought my bleeding had pretty much stopped, however over the last 2 days I’ve had bright red bleeding again mixed with some darker bleeding, has anyone else experienced this? Is it normal?

Has anyone gotten the MIRENA IUD? I got one inserted yesterday about 10a.m and ever since then, I’ve had horrible cramps that will not go away. I’ve been on my couch since my appointment yesterday with a heating pad. I also am 4 weeks post partum. The pain is making me wonder if I should have it removed because I ...

My baby boy is 12 weeks tomorrow and although I love him to bits, I'm finding it tough. It's just never ending. I miss having a full night's sleep, being able to have a shower and go to the toilet in peace, eating a hot meal etc I'm breastfeeding so the nights are tough. Not sure if I'm enjoying motherhood. Anyone ...

Baby is a week old and his cord fell off last night just wondering when does the belly button go inwards?

Me, every month, as a person who has had a period for over two decades: "Why do I have a pounding headache?" "Why do I have cramps?" "Why do I suddenly feel like I need to poop?" Goes to the bathroom. Oh. 🥴

Hi all, I have been for a growth scan today and was told baby boy is breech 😩. Anyone else in the same boat? I feel super anxious about it, I know there is still plenty of time for him to turn, but I still feel so worried! Thank you xx

Hi lovelies. I had a C section, going on 4 months ago now and last couple of days I’ve had a period pain kinda feeling on one side. Has anyone else had this?

Does anyone have any good stories/advice for an elective section? I am booked in for mine tomorrow 😬😬

I’ve only had one midwife appointment so far, I’ve got another next week but I don’t have her number or what her name is? Is this normal?

I’m 32 weeks and baby girl is 94th percentile. She’s also breeched. They’re talking about offering an ECV in a few weeks to turn her. I’m really on the fence. I’m worried about having a c-section and would prefer vaginal delivery. However if baby is happy and doing well breeched I don’t want to induce labour early a...

When did people get their letter? I never got one with my first pregnancy either I ended up having to call them to get a scan date but I’m eager to know when it will be as I’m 12 weeks Sunday!

I had my baby 11 days ago, and I stopped bleeding maybe 7 days in a couple days ago I started bleeding again after I lifted my toddler , it’s pretty heavy right now, I can literally feel the blood leaking out of me . I don’t have pain but it is a decent amount of blood, should I be worried?

Has anyone had a girl, and not had much morning sickness? Seems like everyone has been saying they are incredibly sick with girls and not so bad with boys. What do you think?

Has anyone else suffered really badly with heartburn and/or acid reflux? I’m barely sleeping due to it and have to sit bolt upright 99% of the night. So fed up.

So according to my calculations I'm 5w3d but CB still shows the 2-3 weeks is this normal or should I get concerned?

Does anyone have any advice on shifting headaches? I've had a pounding headache all day and can't take paracetamol tablets as they just make me sick 🤢