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PP bleeding

I am a month PP and the bleeding had pretty much stopped and was brown like old blood, now it is back like a period with small clots - is this normal?? I know it can stop and start but how much is too much And it isn't my period because I went back on the pill 2 weeks ago

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3D scan 32 weeks with anterior placenta

Has anyone had a 3D scan with an anterior placenta this late in pregnancy? I wanna book one but don't want to if my placenta is gunna block babys face. We had one at 28 weeks but would love another 🩷

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Pregnant 4 months pp (C-section)

Posting incognito as I know how judgemental this app can be… with that being said please no judgemental comments, no fear mongering comments either such as; you need to abort or you will miscarry. I know the risks and sometimes preventative measures don’t always work out. Just wanting to hear from others that are in...

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Pain after eating

33 weeks + 2 days and every time I eat I am really struggling with pain. Also going to the toilet a lot more. Anyone else ?

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Pressure

Hi guys just a quick question I’m feeling this weird pressure/ pain inside my vagina when I sit down or stand or lift my legs

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cramping? 😕

i’m 5 weeks today; i’ve had cramping since conception lol!! is this normal/anything to worry about? my tests are getting darker & clearblue is 3+, i’m just scared because sometimes they are SO painful

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Not as much movement

I keep being told that you don’t feel baby move as much as you used too as running out of room I am 36 weeks pregnant - did anyone else feel like their baby slowed down? I still feel him kick all the time but just not as much

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VBAC at RUH

Does anyone know about RUH's policy/recommendations on VBACs? Just wondering about people's experiences. My first baby was breech and quite big if that helps at all.

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Pregnant again

Hey guys, I’ve just found out that I’m pregnant again 7 months pp, kinda worried because I had a c section with my first baby 7 months ago and how this will affect my pregnancy and birth? I’d love to have a natural birth this time 🥹 does anyone have any advice on these things?

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i’m only 5 weeks but i’ve already had a dream i’m having a boy🤣

i can’t think of any boy names that i like.. pls help me out🥲🩷

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Induction this week

Officially being induced on Thursday (39w) - crazy to think this time next week I will most likely have a toddler and a new born 😮😮

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Nub theory 🥹🫶🏻

Currently 12 weeks 6 days pregnant and this morning I paid for a nub reading at £9.99 from the nubologists on Tik Tok. They have amazing reviews on trust pilot so I thought I’d give it a go! I sent them my scan pictures from 12 weeks and this is the result they come back with. I can’t wait to see if this is true in ...

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Growth scan

I have a growth scan tomorrow and just wondering what to expect. Is it similar to the 20 week scan or not as thorough?

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Induction advice

Hi ladies. I'm due to be induced tomorrow and have absolutely no idea what to expect Any advice is more than welcome or stories of what has happened to you etc. thanks so much

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Should I go to the hospital?

31 weeks pregnant with my first baby. Been experiencing headaches the last 2 mornings and noticed intense swelling in my hands this past week, hard to bend my fingers. Also baby hasn’t been moving as much in the last 2 days, should I go to the hospital? Am I overthinking/ overreacting?

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12 wk scan

how comes people already know when their 12 wk scans are ? My booking appointment isn’t until 9th december and i thought that’s when they book the scan ? I’ll be 12 weeks on 31st dec

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Same frequency of movements but not as strong?

I’m 26+3, for the past two days I’ve noticed movement which has maybe been a bit gentler than the few days prior. On Monday I started getting kicks which moved my whole stomach for the first time(!) and now I’m just getting the slight kicks and taps I got the week before. I have an anterior placenta if that makes an...

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Overwhelmed

I get overwhelmed sometimes with how much I should be doing with my baby during the day: tummy time, vitamin D, getting her used to the pram, cot naps, the sling, interacting with her, and watching for wake windows. I often feel like a failure at the end of the day because I only manage a few of these things, on top...

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C section mammas

Did the rvi let your birthing partner stay with you during your whole stay, was the staff nice and did you get a privet room? Xx

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Pelvic pain

I’m 37 weeks and all the sudden I’ve had pelvic pain when I stand and walk it feels as it’s coming from my pelvic bone is this normal?

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