https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:08:08 +0000 Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:42:50 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=25678 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5906393&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5906393 Author: Shannon225923
Subject: 25678
Posted: 19 September 2017 at 12:42am

Hello everybody. thanks for sharing all of your stories. its really amazing and inspiring stories.]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:42:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5906393&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5906393 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5906254&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5906254 Author: Mckinley225559
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 August 2017 at 8:45am

Hi,
Wow, great I think it fits me too. From 3 years ago, I’ve miscarriages for 4 times. It was so hard and tough. I was feeling sad, depressed, and hopeless. But now I’m 15 weeks pregnant. sometimes I feel nervous and mood swings. But I’m so happy with my pregnancy.
]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2017 08:45:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5906254&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5906254 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5900383&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5900383 Author: Glach
Subject: 25678
Posted: 23 August 2016 at 7:02pm

Hi. It is my 6th month and I have a few complications. I am a diabetic patient and on top of that, I have dental issues also. I am worried whether it will harm my baby.]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2016 19:02:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5900383&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5900383 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5898919&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5898919 Author: CatherineJam210084
Subject: 25678
Posted: 18 June 2016 at 1:50pm

Hi Everyone,
After being told I was unable to have children for about the last 7 years, I have found out this week that I'm 9 weeks pregnant with my first child.
I'm so madly excited and terrified that something will go wrong at the same time.

My fertility has been in question as I am a type one diabetic, and had not even had a period in years, so this has come as a total (but now happy) surprise.

My health has been pretty shocking in the past. I've already been for a scan, as they needed to be able to give me a due date since there was no LMC to calculate it accurately from.

Hope you're all well and happy!

:)
Catherine]]> Sat, 18 Jun 2016 13:50:44 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5898919&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5898919 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5892292&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5892292 Author: sumitasofat
Subject: 25678
Posted: 22 December 2015 at 9:11pm

pregnancies problem can caused due to uterus problem, ovarian cyst problem, endometriosis, smoking and alcohol, age factor and hormonal imbalance issues.]]> Tue, 22 Dec 2015 21:11:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5892292&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5892292 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5882453&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5882453 Author: sahithya176687
Subject: 25678
Posted: 13 April 2015 at 5:59pm

Some of the reasons for high risk pregnancies in most women:
Overweight during pregnancy(in some women)
Increased level of prolactin hormone
Decreased germ cell quality
Increase in NK (natural killer) cells
Smoking and alcohol consumption
Abnormal shape of the uterus
]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2015 17:59:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5882453&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5882453 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5882020&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5882020 Author: SweetConception
Subject: 25678
Posted: 01 April 2015 at 6:54pm

Hi KateBee - I'm not pregnant yet but after a long journey I'm hoping this is my year. I have T1 though so have a bit of an idea of the complexities involved in managing that on top of everything else. Are you on a pump or MDI?
]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2015 18:54:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5882020&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5882020 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5864290&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5864290 Author: KateBee
Subject: 25678
Posted: 27 March 2014 at 9:47pm

Hello- I'm new here been lurking for a while. Any other type 1 diabetics currently expecting?
This is my first pregnancy and I'm at 28 weeks currently. So far so good but the last month has been tough with blood sugars going nuts and insulin doses changing every other day. ]]> Thu, 27 Mar 2014 21:47:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5864290&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5864290 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5851064&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5851064 Author: Finn130994
Subject: 25678
Posted: 15 October 2013 at 12:19am

Doctors strictly advises the pregnant women's to avoid drinking coffee this only because that may cause anxiety and sleepiness among mothers and thus affecting the health of children.


Kopi Luwak
]]> Tue, 15 Oct 2013 00:19:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5851064&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5851064 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5841236&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5841236 Author: Kumeroa
Subject: 25678
Posted: 05 July 2013 at 8:29am

GBH Blondie my thoughts are with you at this time. Love the name xx
]]> Fri, 05 Jul 2013 08:29:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5841236&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5841236 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5841220&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5841220 Author: blondie23
Subject: 25678
Posted: 05 July 2013 at 4:46am

Connor Fraser was born sleeping at 2.25pm on Thursday 4th July. Rest in peace my beautiful little angel xx you are always in our hearts, never forgotten. ]]> Fri, 05 Jul 2013 04:46:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5841220&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5841220 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840965&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840965 Author: redtulip
Subject: 25678
Posted: 03 July 2013 at 5:48pm

Hi Blondie, I hope your induction went as well as can be... I agree, your wee bub has a lovely name for you to remember him by. Big hugs xxx]]> Wed, 03 Jul 2013 17:48:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840965&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840965 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840942&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840942 Author: Pitter patter
Subject: 25678
Posted: 03 July 2013 at 3:21pm

Hi Blondie, massive hugs to you, Connor Fraser is a lovely name. I hope the induction goes ok, thinking of you xx]]> Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:21:46 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840942&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840942 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840936&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840936 Author: Charly28
Subject: 25678
Posted: 03 July 2013 at 3:01pm

All my love Blondie... I know what you are going through all too well and what I will tell you is that of course it is not nice, but you will be OK We are stronger than we think!
Sending you all my love and strength today xx]]> Wed, 03 Jul 2013 15:01:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840936&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840936 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840903&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840903 Author: epictraveller
Subject: 25678
Posted: 03 July 2013 at 12:33pm

Oh blondie I am so sorry It is just so unfair!]]> Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:33:12 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840903&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840903 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840902&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840902 Author: babygiraffe
Subject: 25678
Posted: 03 July 2013 at 12:25pm

I'm so sorry Blondie, you have been in my thoughts and I am so sad you have to go through this. Take care x]]> Wed, 03 Jul 2013 12:25:25 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840902&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840902 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840887&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840887 Author: brownie
Subject: 25678
Posted: 03 July 2013 at 10:55am

Thinking of you today Blondie xx ]]> Wed, 03 Jul 2013 10:55:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840887&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840887 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840799&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840799 Author: blondie23
Subject: 25678
Posted: 02 July 2013 at 6:46pm

Thanks for all your kind words and thoughts. Unfortunately things have got worse and I'm getting induced tomorrow.
We have named him Connor Fraser and he will probably be born on Thursday. ]]> Tue, 02 Jul 2013 18:46:24 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840799&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840799 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840554&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840554 Author: Charly28
Subject: 25678
Posted: 30 June 2013 at 3:11pm

Blondie! Just wanted to drop by and let you know you have been in my thoughts recently xx]]> Sun, 30 Jun 2013 15:11:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5840554&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5840554 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839492&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839492 Author: amk11
Subject: 25678
Posted: 21 June 2013 at 9:11pm

Sorry to hear blondie, hope you can find out what happened as it is hard not knowing why. You have lots of support here and lots of people thinking about you. Might help a little...]]> Fri, 21 Jun 2013 21:11:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839492&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839492 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839469&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839469 Author: redtulip
Subject: 25678
Posted: 21 June 2013 at 6:01pm

Hi Blondie, have been thinking of you so nice to have you take the time to give us an update. I guess the specialists recommendation makes it a little easier to make some decisions because you have their advice as guidance. I hope they find a reason as to why this has happened. I think it will help you to heal, the 'not knowing why' part is what stays with you... if you have some answers you can feel at peace(one day down the road a bit) after such a rough time... hugs to you both. ]]> Fri, 21 Jun 2013 18:01:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839469&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839469 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839467&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839467 Author: a.girl
Subject: 25678
Posted: 21 June 2013 at 5:52pm

So sorry to hear that blondie :-( Hang in there and take good care of yourself. ]]> Fri, 21 Jun 2013 17:52:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839467&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839467 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839464&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839464 Author: Kumeroa
Subject: 25678
Posted: 21 June 2013 at 5:36pm

Sorry to hear Blondie hope you can get some answers and that you and your DH are looking after each other xx]]> Fri, 21 Jun 2013 17:36:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839464&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839464 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839453&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839453 Author: blondie23
Subject: 25678
Posted: 21 June 2013 at 4:44pm

An update: we had another scan today to see if there had been any change which there hasn't. Also they couldn't see a bladder and the stomach was small. At the specialist recommendation we are going to wait until the next scan to hopefully get some answers as they couldn't see everything they wanted. The outcome is still the same but by waiting we might find out why this has happened and how it might effect future pregnancies. ]]> Fri, 21 Jun 2013 16:44:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5839453&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5839453 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838878&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838878 Author: epictraveller
Subject: 25678
Posted: 17 June 2013 at 10:59am

Blondie, just wanted you to know I'm thinking of you and hoping you were able to make the best decision for you and your DH. ]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:59:10 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838878&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838878 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838577&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838577 Author: mousey
Subject: 25678
Posted: 14 June 2013 at 11:40am

Blondie sending you lots of love, very sorry to hear your news.]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:40:06 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838577&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838577 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838513&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838513 Author: babygiraffe
Subject: 25678
Posted: 13 June 2013 at 7:30pm

Blondie I'm so terribly sorry to hear your news. You must be devastated You waited so long too - I just feel so sad that this has happened to you.

I hope you have a lot of love and support around you right now to help you through - I am thinking of you.

Take care
x]]> Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:30:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838513&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838513 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838393&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838393 Author: Mrs Mac
Subject: 25678
Posted: 12 June 2013 at 10:06pm

That's so awful. A friend went through something similar a year ago and it was heartbreaking. I'm so sorry you're faced with this.]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:06:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838393&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838393 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838391&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838391 Author: tan73
Subject: 25678
Posted: 12 June 2013 at 9:58pm

Blondie, thinking of you. I am so so sorry. I hope you and DH have lots of support around you. Hugs.]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:58:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838391&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838391 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838230&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838230 Author: Kumeroa
Subject: 25678
Posted: 11 June 2013 at 9:06pm

Big hugs Blondie my thoughts are with you at this tough time xx]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:06:46 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838230&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838230 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838218&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838218 Author: Pitter patter
Subject: 25678
Posted: 11 June 2013 at 8:49pm

Blondie massive hugs, thinking of you and you DH  ]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 20:49:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838218&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838218 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838193&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838193 Author: Mrs Impatient
Subject: 25678
Posted: 11 June 2013 at 8:09pm

I'm so so so sorry Blondie. Hope you and DH are helping each other through this difficult time. We are all here for you.    ]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 20:09:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838193&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838193 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838184&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838184 Author: redtulip
Subject: 25678
Posted: 11 June 2013 at 7:14pm

So, so sorry to hear your news blondie - I can't think of anything to say other than for you and mr blondie to take good care of one another... big hugs... ]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:14:44 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838184&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838184 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838134&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838134 Author: epictraveller
Subject: 25678
Posted: 11 June 2013 at 3:26pm

Oh blondie I am so sorry! Thinking of you and your DH ]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:26:05 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838134&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838134 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838133&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838133 Author: brownie
Subject: 25678
Posted: 11 June 2013 at 3:11pm

Ohhh blondie, sending you the biggest hugs and support! That is a horrible situation to be in and I really do hope your ok.

Sending a whole heap of love your way xxx ]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:11:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838133&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838133 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838131&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838131 Author: blondie23
Subject: 25678
Posted: 11 June 2013 at 3:08pm

Well ladies not good news. The fluid has increased and the baby will die. Now we have to decide whether to wait for it to die on its own or terminate. Either way its a horrible decision. Thanks for you positive thoughts. I'll see you in the TWW at some point. ]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:08:27 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5838131&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5838131 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5837947&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5837947 Author: epictraveller
Subject: 25678
Posted: 10 June 2013 at 1:32pm

I was thinking this was tomorrow.. all the best blondie!! Hoping things are ok in there.]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:32:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5837947&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5837947 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5837945&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5837945 Author: redtulip
Subject: 25678
Posted: 10 June 2013 at 1:04pm

Hi Blondie,
Just wanted to let you know I've been thinking of you - wishing you all the very best for tomorrow - I know you must be feeling anxious. I hope you get wonderful news and all is fine. ]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:04:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5837945&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5837945 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836982&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836982 Author: Mrs Impatient
Subject: 25678
Posted: 03 June 2013 at 8:22am

Hi Blondie - All my positive thoughts and big hugs are coming your way. Really hope you get the positive news on the 11th that the fluid is reducing]]> Mon, 03 Jun 2013 08:22:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836982&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836982 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836976&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836976 Author: Charly28
Subject: 25678
Posted: 03 June 2013 at 12:11am

Thinking of you Blondie hope you have managed to have a good weekend so far
xx]]> Mon, 03 Jun 2013 00:11:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836976&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836976 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836819&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836819 Author: blondie23
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 7:01pm

Charly thank you for sharing your story. I too have looked online for stories and have seen a range with different outcomes. It's nice to know someone here that has been through a similar situation so I can talk and ask questions. It's just a waiting game until the 11th where we will find out if the fluid is reducing. I'm trying to stay positive but I do have my moments.
Terminating is such a hard decision but I understand what you mean by its the easiest as well.
Keep your positive thoughts coming my way. ]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 19:01:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836819&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836819 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836810&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836810 Author: Charly28
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 5:53pm

Hi Blondie

Firstly, I am so sorry that this has happened.. Pregnancy should be something that is enjoyed so unfair

Secondly, I'm a lurker, and currently TTC after losing my baby at week 19 (I made the decision to terminate based on the severity of my baby's condition) this was only last month (I gave birth to my baby on April 12th 2013).
At my 12 week scan my baby's Nuchal food measured at 11mm! So, significantly larger than your babies bear in mind Don't make the terrible mistake of comparing your situation to mine, as my story does not end well.
But yes, I can absolutely relate to this situation!

I was also referred to the fetal medicine clinic immediately at Wellington Hospital for an Amniocentesis. Unfortunately, they couldnt get enough fluid from me to send away for testing, so I had to wait for two weeks, then the same thing happened again!! So it was another 2 weeks. By then I was quite far along!! The hospital didn't know why my body was not giving out any fluid, when there was clearly fluid there! Retrospectively I wished they had done a CVS and just got on with it, but they were confident about doing an amnio!
Anyway, it got to a point where by the time I got results back I would be at a point in my pregnancy where it would be difficult to terminate!
During this horrible time, they rescanned me every week, and the fluid was just increasing every time, I hoped like hell every time for the fluid to have reduced significantly.. I was a WRECK! And just felt like a shell of a person. It was mentally and physically draining.. And I put my pregnancy on hold mentally for sure you can't help but disconnect

I wish I could give you a big hug right now because I know what you are going through The waiting is just so incredibly hard!

Anyway.. I waited and waited.. and after failed amnios etc.. At 18 weeks it was crunch time, my baby girl had fluid behind her neck reaching all the way round to the front of her, fluid on her bowls, spine, stomach and around the ambilical chord.. Everywhere!! I was crushed, heartbroken.. Devastated!!!
Even if my baby tested negative for a genetic abnormality the reality was, my baby was not in good shape and things did not look good.. So I made the very hard decision to terminate based on the facts I had been given hardest decision I have made, yet also the easiest.. If that can possibly make sense.. My baby was in seriously bad shape (the specialists couldnt believe how her heart was still beating with all the fluid and pressure on her organs) and with the facts I had been given, it felt wrong and selfish to continue the pregnancy.

I SO BADLY wish I could give you a positive story, and there are many positive outcomes out there PLEASE REMEMBER THAT I searched and searched and searched on the Internet for positive stories, and found many and I would take comfort in those, but there are also really sad stories out there (like mine), every story is different!

Early on (week 13) I was told that the fluid (at that point it was only behind the neck) could resolve! And you do hear about these things resolving often around week 14, 15 or 16.. So give it time!! Perfectly healthy baby's are born all the time who had high nuchal fold measurements - I was told this many times Doctors reassured me as I think they knew I was very fragile.. But each week my baby accumulated fluid in new places!

IF in the unlucky event that your test results are not good, or if your baby's condition deteriorates and you do decide to end the pregnancy.
I can't tell you how you will cope, but that you WILL, and it will be ok! I never thought I could cope. I never thought I was strong. But you really surprise yourself!

But yes, I have been through something very similar up until only 6 short weeks ago.. And I can relate in every way.. Only my story didn't end well, but many do I have everything crossed for you at this hard time!! And I look forward to hearing more good news about your baby the pre lim results are fantastically optimistic so stay positive!

AFM I am 28, a Wellingtonian, I don't have any children and that was baby #1. I have been given the go ahead by my doctors and midwife to start TTC again. And I have been assured that the chances of my next baby having the same problems are slim to none.. Such a relief.. I have to think of the positives!!

If you ever want or need to talk, I am here

Sending you all my love and support - You are in my thoughts!!

Do keep us posted if you can.. Stay positive!
xx
]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 17:53:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836810&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836810 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836801&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836801 Author: Pitter patter
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 4:17pm

Hi Blondie, really gd your first results came back normal, fx for you xx]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 16:17:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836801&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836801 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836763&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836763 Author: Tara13
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 8:28am

Thinking of you blondie, what a scary time. Fx for more normal results :-) glad you are staying positive
]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 08:28:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836763&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836763 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836757&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836757 Author: epictraveller
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 8:15am

Another lurker here as well, but blondie just had to say that I really really hope everything is ok at your next scan and that bubs is hanging on in there! ]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 08:15:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836757&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836757 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836754&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836754 Author: brownie
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 7:59am

Thinking of you blondie .. We are all behind you for support! Positive thoughts your way xx
]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 07:59:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836754&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836754 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836750&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836750 Author: blondie23
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 7:02am

Thanks guys. The first results came back normal which surprised everyone. We have a scan on the 11th to see if the fluid has decreased. Then hopefully the full results.
It's been really hard but trying to stay positive. ]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 07:02:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836750&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836750 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836749&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836749 Author: Icecream
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 6:56am

Hi blonde (from the 2ww bunch) - I can't offer any advice but thinking of you at this worrying emotional time - hugs]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 06:56:44 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836749&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836749 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836748&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836748 Author: redtulip
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 6:54am

Blondie - am thinking of you during this really hard time - sending you as much love and positive energy as I can to help you and your precious bump.
    ]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 06:54:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836748&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836748 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836743&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836743 Author: tan73
Subject: 25678
Posted: 31 May 2013 at 2:54am

Blondie - I am so sorry to hear your news. I am thinking of you and hope things turn out okay. The TWW girls will be right behind you!]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 02:54:46 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836743&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836743 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836184&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836184 Author: blondie23
Subject: 25678
Posted: 25 May 2013 at 4:48pm

Hi guys I think I fit here. At my 12 week scan the Nuchal food measured at 7.8mm. The radiographer was very concerned and so was my midwife. She referred me to the fetal maternal medicine at chch women's and I was seen on Friday, 2 days after the initial scan. They rescanned and it now measures 8.4 and the fluid goes from the forehead all the way round down to the back. It isn't very good odds for this baby but we are trying to stay positive. I had a CVS done, which was a little painful and we get the preliminary results on Tuesday. The rest of the results in 2 weeks time when we will have another scan to see if the fluid has decreased. Finger crossed the test results come back negative and the fluid has deceased. I'm not sure how I'm going to cope if I have to terminate or it terminates on its own.
Has anyone had a similar experience? And what was the outcome? ]]> Sat, 25 May 2013 16:48:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5836184&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5836184 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5834666&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5834666 Author: Louise99033
Subject: 25678
Posted: 06 May 2013 at 10:19pm

Hi BDTM14 and Ladies, I had a small bleed at 30w so of course this put me on the hospital radar (I live in a small town and have a local area hospital mw who is amazing). I am now 37w5days and have been having growth scans. they told me that he was too small but my whole family have small babies. My blood flow is fine though so that's good. He has been growing so they are happy with that but are going to give me an inducement date on Thursday. I would rather him stay in for a bit longer but we will see how it goes. I would try not to worry to much easier said than done I know, but they have you and the babies best interest at heart. Try and get some rest time everyday they say the more rest you get the more weight the baby puts on. They don't like taking them out till 34 weeks at the earliest after that your pretty safe. Remember to keep an eye on your little ones movements.]]> Mon, 06 May 2013 22:19:47 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5834666&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5834666 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5832490&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5832490 Author: Bubs2013
Subject: 25678
Posted: 15 April 2013 at 1:14pm

Anyone else currently considered "high risk"?? I'm being referred to the High Risk department at Auckland, while I'm happy about that and that I'll be getting all the right care, its pretty scary at the same time.. Its still very early days - only 5 weeks!]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:14:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5832490&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5832490 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5824227&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5824227 Author: Minny
Subject: 25678
Posted: 18 January 2013 at 3:49pm

That's good to hear Chatz, I am feeling alot calmer about the situation today after its had some time to sink in. I found the tour of the NICU quite distressing and had a good blub about it all in the middle of the night, but had to make peace with it as I can't change it and realise I have more time to prepare for it all than some other mums do. I really want a calm delivery and have said as much to the docs here so they are doing their best to give me that opportunity.

Our wee bubba is still hanging in there. I am due for my next scan on Monday to check for baby's blood flow and the decision will be made then unless the heartbeat monitor shows signs of distress then it could all change in an instant. The docs all seem to agree that baby is happy and still doing okay inside and I am happy to keep it that way for as long as possible.

In the flip side though I am starting to feel excited that I could finally meet my baby as soon as next week. It feels very surreal!

]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 15:49:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5824227&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5824227 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5824132&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5824132 Author: chatzs
Subject: 25678
Posted: 17 January 2013 at 8:49pm

Hi Kyle is now 15 months (12 corrected) and is doing awesome - he's still little but big for me lol - he's around 8kg now so 10x his birth weight :) he's doing everything he should be doing for his corrected age. The beginning was hard I won't say it isn't - but there is light at the end of the tunnel :) we were in NICU for 88 days - he came home a week past his due date and was on oxygen for about 3-4 weeks after he came home. Though i only had one steroid shot about an hour before he was born there wasn't any time to wait to have any more. but he hasn't had a single chest infection only a snuffly nose so he's done well! ]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:49:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5824132&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5824132 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5824129&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5824129 Author: Minny
Subject: 25678
Posted: 17 January 2013 at 8:24pm

Hi chatz,

Was wondering how your little one is getting on. I am currently in hospital awaiting delivery of my baby. I am almost 30 weeks and my placenta is no longer allowing enough blood and oxygen to baby. It is measuring e tween 25 and 27 weeks currently and weighs around 860g. We are expecting delivery to be any day but depend on heart monitor results which are done at least every 12 hours.

Our baby is generally healthy, and they seem to think it has good odds given its gestation, I have already had the steroids and am now really just buying time.

Is his growth normal for his age? What were those first days in the NICU like? We went through the unit today and am happy with it but felt incredibly overwhelmed at the time.

Ay thoughts or advice would be appreciated.

Thanks

]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:24:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5824129&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5824129 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5823252&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5823252 Author: chatzs
Subject: 25678
Posted: 09 January 2013 at 9:03am

anyone currently preg and high risk? my first preg i developed sudden ealy severe preclamspsia and class 1 HELLP at 28 weeks my little boy was born by crash section at 28 weeks weighing 800g. I also have factor V. My GP has referred me this time to the high risk clinic - not sure when they're going to see me or what they're going to do this time..]]> Wed, 09 Jan 2013 09:03:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5823252&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5823252 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5816656&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5816656 Author: Wombles
Subject: 25678
Posted: 15 October 2012 at 3:23pm

I think it might have been because I was on BP meds before I was preg and with the meds my BP was at a good level.

Hopefully your BP starts to lower soon. ]]> Mon, 15 Oct 2012 15:23:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5816656&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5816656 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5816453&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5816453 Author: braydz
Subject: 25678
Posted: 12 October 2012 at 2:34pm

Glad to hear someone has good news with BP meds. Im still no better. My lowest reading lately has been 145/95 and thats after my Ob upped my dosage.

BDTM14- I totally know how you feel. I had the same thing with my first. Hard not to worry when every senerio being told to you is scary. I have also started growth scans since baby is only measuring 26weeks and should be 29. Im not to worried yet but then again this is the second time ive been through the IUGR stuff, but have been told if he stops growing he is coming out and since my BP is to unstable they wont induce me and will just take him by c-section.
Hope you got some reassuring news at your MW :)]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 14:34:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5816453&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5816453 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5816166&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5816166 Author: BDTM14
Subject: 25678
Posted: 10 October 2012 at 9:34am

this is my first pregancy and Im currently 30w+6d

I was reffered to an OB and went and saw them on Monday where they did a scan and then informed me that she is IUGR. She has been measuring small since about 26 weeks. But still growing but slowly.

They also sent me for bloods to check up for any infections such as rubella, toxoplasmosis or cytomegalovirus whilst in the womb. Those results should come back in the next day or two (FX)

Im on growth scans every two weeks now and weekly OB appts.

I still feel lots of movements, I dont have high blood pressure. I eat well. When I was born I was 7lbs13oz. My placenta is anterior...and they havent mentioned that there is anything wrong with the placenta. I have had no bleeding either. And everything else in my pregnancy has been fine and normal

So Im really confused and worried as to why this is happening

What they have told me is the blood flow through the umbilical cord is high which means she is not getting the nutrients she needs. Its in the 95th centile and they tell me 100 is abnormal

They have told me that if she stops growing or her growth slows right down then they will look at inducing. I did ask about a C-Section and they said they would try to induce first...but I guess if baby is in destress then they will go for the Csec.

Im trying not to worry or stress out about it but its kinda hard not to sometimes. They have also advised that I go on restricted hours at work to take off some of the stress.

I hope that my bubs does stay inside and cooks a little longer

Im off to my MW this afternoon so hopefully she will shed some more light on whats happening ]]> Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:34:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5816166&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5816166 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5814081&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5814081 Author: Wombles
Subject: 25678
Posted: 20 September 2012 at 10:11am

braydz wrote: Wombles wrote: My midwife is refering me to the highrisk team at the hospital in Lower Hutt. I have high blood pressure (inherrited from my father), it is now at acceptable levels thanks to meds. Apprently I'm at risk of developing pre ecemplia. Hi Wombles. Im the same, have very high blood pressure, though mine hasnt been inherrited, and have been on medication since week 10. My medication doesnt keep it very steady, its up and down all the time. Im also at risk of pre eclamcia. Have had two urine tests at my midwife come back with protien present and then been into hospital for 24hr obs only for everythign to be fine. Ive only been referred to an obstetrician. Seen him twice now (25wks) and see him again in 5 weeks. I already know this baby is very small for dates and there has been concern that i will end up in preterm labour. Only had high bp with my first for the last 10weeks but have had it since day dot this time. My son was born with IUGR 2 weeks early.

About 6 weeks ago they ended up taking me off my medication, my BP started getting on the low side. So I no longer have to go to the high risk clinic (which is great). I've had 2 MW appts since then and my BP has been stable and hasn't gone up. I'm crossing my fingers that it continues to remain low after baby arrives and I don't have to go back on meds. ]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:11:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5814081&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5814081 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5813538&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5813538 Author: braydz
Subject: 25678
Posted: 14 September 2012 at 2:06pm

Wombles wrote: My midwife is refering me to the highrisk team at the hospital in Lower Hutt. I have high blood pressure (inherrited from my father), it is now at acceptable levels thanks to meds. Apprently I'm at risk of developing pre ecemplia.

Hi Wombles.
Im the same, have very high blood pressure, though mine hasnt been inherrited, and have been on medication since week 10. My medication doesnt keep it very steady, its up and down all the time.
Im also at risk of pre eclamcia. Have had two urine tests at my midwife come back with protien present and then been into hospital for 24hr obs only for everythign to be fine.
Ive only been referred to an obstetrician. Seen him twice now (25wks) and see him again in 5 weeks. I already know this baby is very small for dates and there has been concern that i will end up in preterm labour.

Only had high bp with my first for the last 10weeks but have had it since day dot this time. My son was born with IUGR 2 weeks early.
]]> Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:06:46 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5813538&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5813538 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5799692&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5799692 Author: fingersxxed
Subject: 25678
Posted: 25 May 2012 at 2:13pm

Guest_63003 wrote: Thanks Fingersxxed. Your post put my mind at ease! And now I have a hospital appointment set up for 31st May, so glad to know I am in the system now. Hope all is going well for you.

No problem your most welcome and good luck with your Dr's appt. :-)Pregnancy is an interesting time but it can be easy to worry about stuff.. hope it all goes well.

@wombles my BP has been on the high side, but not as bad as it intially was. I'm trying to stick to a better diet and exercise etc...No referrals or meds for me yet (I was told they probably wouldn't want to see me untill 30+ weeks)so I'm just bouncing between my Dr and midwife. Will just have to play it by ear and try to relax in the meantime. Hope it goes well for you]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 14:13:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5799692&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5799692 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5799665&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5799665 Author: T_pup
Subject: 25678
Posted: 25 May 2012 at 10:30am

Thanks Fingersxxed. Your post put my mind at ease! And now I have a hospital appointment set up for 31st May, so glad to know I am in the system now. Hope all is going well for you.]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 10:30:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5799665&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5799665 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5799664&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5799664 Author: Wombles
Subject: 25678
Posted: 25 May 2012 at 10:27am

Finally heard from the hospital, got an appointment in June. It sounds like the like to see you around the 20 week mark. They wont do much for me other than check my BP since I'm already on medication.
Fingersxxed hope your BP is staying low for you this time around.]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 10:27:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5799664&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5799664 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5796982&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5796982 Author: fingersxxed
Subject: 25678
Posted: 10 May 2012 at 1:38pm

Hi. Congrats on your news. Hopefully you hear from them soon. Sometimes it takes a while even to see a midwife. The main thing at 5 weeks is to make sure your on the correct dose of folic acid and iodine. As far as tests go there is the blood test your Dr (hopefully) got you to do when you confirmed your pregnancy ..
.then at between 9 to 13 weeks another blood test if you choose to do maternal serum screening and a scan at 12 weeks goes with that...so you have a bit of time up your sleeve. The only other thing is you might want/need a dating scan if you're unsure of the date of your last period or have a longer or irregular cycle. That usually happens early ...I had mine at 8 weeks. Well good luck and try not today stress yourself out too much..
And once again congrats

]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 13:38:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5796982&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5796982 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5796633&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5796633 Author: T_pup
Subject: 25678
Posted: 08 May 2012 at 9:41am

Hi
Just found out I am 5 weeks pregnant and I have tetralogy of fallot, a congenital heart defect. I had open heart surgery when I was a baby and have been fine ever since.
I went to see a doctor yesterday and she gave me a pamphlet with a number to call to find a midwife, etc. But she just called today to say that because of my medical history, i'll need to be referred to the high risk unit in Auckland.
Just wondering if someone can explain to me how quickly you normally hear from the high risk unit? The doc said I should hear something within the next 2 weeks, but I'm a bit nervous now about sitting around and waiting, especially as all I've done is the home pregnancy test and I got my blood pressure checked (which is normal).

Any feedback on all the next steps would be great :) ]]> Tue, 08 May 2012 09:41:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5796633&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5796633 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5796587&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5796587 Author: fingersxxed
Subject: 25678
Posted: 07 May 2012 at 9:37pm

Hi wombles. Im likely to be walking that path also, I've got it from both mum and dad. This is my 2nd pregnancy and I had high blood pressure in 3rd trimester last time and IUGR. Bit nervous about it happening again this time. BP has already been a bit high. Well best of luck for you ...if and when I'm referred ill be going to lower hutt too ]]> Mon, 07 May 2012 21:37:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5796587&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5796587 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5796509&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5796509 Author: Wombles
Subject: 25678
Posted: 07 May 2012 at 4:53pm

My midwife is refering me to the highrisk team at the hospital in Lower Hutt. I have high blood pressure (inherrited from my father), it is now at acceptable levels thanks to meds. Apprently I'm at risk of developing pre ecemplia. ]]> Mon, 07 May 2012 16:53:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5796509&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5796509 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5781688&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5781688 Author: KcP
Subject: 25678
Posted: 18 February 2012 at 5:49pm

IM just over 8 weeks now aand am due in sept. Are in oct? Yea, im testing almost hourly, trying to keep from goin above 12. Im having a couple of hypos but thats to be expected. I find that as long as I dont give myself too much to eat things are ok. I make sure what im cooking is what i actually want as well so I dont run the risk of getting to sit down to it and realise it makes me ill (like a did a few days ago - chicken tonight with mushrooms was a bad choice that day!)

I also hear ya on the snacking part! One of the things they say to do is eat small amounts more often but then i end up stacking my insulin and end up hypo!! Cant win i tell ya!!]]> Sat, 18 Feb 2012 17:49:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5781688&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5781688 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5781494&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5781494 Author: HelenG
Subject: 25678
Posted: 17 February 2012 at 5:43pm

Hi KcP,
I'm also T1 and coming up 8 weeks with number 1. Very exciting and a little scary at the same time. I have really good control normally but doctor always makes it sound like it could be better.
Sounds like you're keeping things pretty well under control. The hardest part I'm finding right now is morning sickness and I'll inject and start eating and then can't finish so end up low. Or snacking to keep the nausea at bay and then ending up high. But I hear you on the testing so many times a day. ]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:43:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=5781494&title=high-risk-pregnancies#5781494 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1426572&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1426572 Author: KcP
Subject: 25678
Posted: 30 January 2012 at 8:49am

I guess it depends on the size and health of the baby (and me) and what my control has been like through the pregnancy but ill still need to be induced at 38 weeks as with T1 diabetics the placenta has a higher risk of deteriorating alot faster then normal (or even patients with GD) and I dont want to be induced either. When i say natural I mean no foetal monitors, no drips for my insulin and sugar and a birth at home, which will never be possible. If i need pain relief then ill use it, and with inductions its more likely that it'll be needed due to the intensity, strength and the time within which the contractions start after being induced. I can just see myself ending up with an emergency cs..

My control in these first few weeks has been pretty good,but I want to get it better! Ive been floating between 4.5-11 most days (normally 6-12), as long as I catch the early morning rise in time. I test 15+ times a day and inject as many times as I need but usually about 6-10 times. I was going to consider a pump but the consumables cos an extra $150 on top of the pump (from what I heard?) so its not an option for us right now. So its MDI (multiple daily injections) and testing for me But thats ok: Im used to it lol

Edited by KcP]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:49:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1426572&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1426572 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1426455&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1426455 Author: Cinderella
Subject: 25678
Posted: 29 January 2012 at 4:02pm

Hi KcP,
      from what I understand, so long as you can controll your sugar levels there should be no reason not to have a natural birth.
I am going back to national womens on the 8th to get a date for induction. Expect it to be about the 13/14th of Feb. As soon as I get the date, my MW has said she will help with natural ways of stimulating labour. I don't think it will take much. The reason for me not being induced if it can be avoided is simply because last time when they used the prosto gel on my cervix I over reacted to it.
I have to say the MW's at nat womens are wonderful. I have my own as well which will be great but I am looking forward to having this little girl there now.

Bubs is now measuring 5 pounds 13 oz at just under 37 weeks so size is looking good so far.]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:02:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1426455&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1426455 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1425711&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1425711 Author: tigger,roo
Subject: 25678
Posted: 26 January 2012 at 10:52am

Welcome KcP :)
Hope your sugar levels are behaving :) I had c section with ds - as gestational diabeties. They were trying to let me have a natural birth but was hooked up to iv lines and getting levels checked every hour. Only had c section as in labour 4 ages and not progressing, also big baby 10lb 5oz. They are going to wait closer to the time to decide this time. so far bubs is on the bigger side. Have had 5 scans so far with the next one in 3 weeks.
Good luck :)]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:52:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1425711&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1425711 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1424848&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1424848 Author: KcP
Subject: 25678
Posted: 23 January 2012 at 1:13pm

Good luck cinderella, I really hope you get what you want for you and bubs!!

Im jumping in here because IM a type one diabetic, have been for 21 years. This is my first pregnancy, though I had a chemical in September last year.

I have a midwife through national womans/auckland and all my care will go through them due to my diabetes. I had dreams of natural births etc but Im not sure it will be possible so have also looked into elective C sections.. We shall see though ]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:13:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1424848&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1424848 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1418130&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1418130 Author: Cinderella
Subject: 25678
Posted: 23 December 2011 at 2:35pm

Bubs is fine just very small. Tiny but perfect. It is still a wait and see situation at the moment. I need growth scans every 2 weeks. If she stops growing at some point or if growth slows down they will look at getting her out possibly by induction.]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:35:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1418130&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1418130 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1416565&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1416565 Author: tigger,roo
Subject: 25678
Posted: 16 December 2011 at 9:22am

good luck cinderella and hopefully all is well with bubs]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 09:22:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1416565&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1416565 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1416387&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1416387 Author: Heath
Subject: 25678
Posted: 15 December 2011 at 2:36pm

Hi Cinderella

Ill jump in here - I also developed GD with DS #1. Im a fit active person who is generally healthy person so it was a shock!! But thats beside the point. I managed a normal birth (went into labour naturally 5 days before due date) DS was normal size (6 lb 13)and labour was ok (6 hours all up) and he is fine. GD has since cleared up and Im fine. Managed to control with diet and exercise.
What im trying to say is - you should still be able to have the birth you want (fingers crossed everything continues normally for you)
]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:36:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1416387&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1416387 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1416381&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1416381 Author: Cinderella
Subject: 25678
Posted: 15 December 2011 at 2:06pm

Well seems like the GD is the least of my worries. Turns out she is alot smaller than they first though. Doppler scan on Wed pm next week to check on placenta and then maybe admitted same day depending on what they find. ]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:06:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1416381&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1416381 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1415669&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1415669 Author: Kiwigirl0123
Subject: 25678
Posted: 12 December 2011 at 8:34pm

Just popping by
Mollycat I have a DD with downs syndrome , nothing was picked up on the scan , even after she was born they went back to look at it and couldnt see anything , not even the 4 wholes in her heart. A friend of mine had it picked up in her scan and her DS was born completly healthy and no down syndrome.
What im trying to say is try not to worry , as these test the are offering us are never going to be 100%, sometime the worrying can be worse for you than anything. ]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 20:34:30 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1415669&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1415669 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1415410&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1415410 Author: tigger,roo
Subject: 25678
Posted: 11 December 2011 at 8:38pm

glad your mw is supporting you. hope all goes well]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 20:38:05 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1415410&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1415410 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1415025&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1415025 Author: Cinderella
Subject: 25678
Posted: 09 December 2011 at 1:21pm

Well have seen diabetic MW tiger,roo. All good so far. Definitely need to go to National womens but as baby is not looking to be hugh, my MW is happy to support me in not being induced at 38 weeks and going into labour naturally so long as everything is really good.

Scan for growth on Tuesday and seeing Ob and Physio on Wed. Still pretty stressed about the whole thing but just taking it one day at a time.]]> Fri, 09 Dec 2011 13:21:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1415025&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1415025 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413803&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413803 Author: tigger,roo
Subject: 25678
Posted: 05 December 2011 at 2:13pm

Cinderella - hopefully your mw will be able to get the ball rolling and give u more info on where u will be able to deliver. i know from what my ob said today that he doesnt want me to go past 38weeks. Fingers crossed u can have a natural birth. Hugs. Breast feeding helps after birth to reduce your risk. Its hard when u have no positive support. Here if u need me :)]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:13:02 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413803&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413803 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413690&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413690 Author: Ducky101
Subject: 25678
Posted: 05 December 2011 at 10:28am

*Lurking*

Cinderella, just wanted to say GL with seeing your MW tomorrow. Im sure everything will work out Iv been following this tread hehe. ]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:28:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413690&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413690 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413510&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413510 Author: Cinderella
Subject: 25678
Posted: 04 December 2011 at 3:39pm

Thanks Tigger,roo
It has been 4 days and I still have not heard from anyone. So far bubs is quite small but before I found out I thought she had gone through a big growth spurt. I went from measuring 1 week ahead to measuring 3 weeks. It will be interesting to see my measurements on Tuesday and my next MW appointment.
Hubby just doesn't get it at all so I really have no one to talk to. My mum is all doom and gloom. Talking about me developing stage 2 diabetes in future and problems with bubs etc. So I am avoiding talking to her about it.
My best friend would be the same if I told her. She would turn it around and start comparing this to her kids and problems with them.
I am booked at Waitakere Hospital and read on here that North Shore don't do deliveries with GD women. So I suspect Waitakere won't either. I really don't want to go to Auckland. I was hoping for a natural birth and have actually been reading about unassisted at home births. This is my last baby and I really don't want alot of interventions. Strange because with my boys I was happy to go along with anything I was told by the docs. I am worried now that I might not get a choice.]]> Sun, 04 Dec 2011 15:39:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413510&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413510 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413490&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413490 Author: tigger,roo
Subject: 25678
Posted: 04 December 2011 at 2:34pm

Hi cinderella, I had GD with ds and is plays up when preg. When i got the result the 1st time i had an appointment withing 4 days. What will help as they will prob sent u to a dietician is keep a diary of what u are eating and drinking. They will get u to test your levels prob 6 times a day. Hurts to start with but u get used to it. i found i could eat the same thing everyday 4 each meal and levels would be diff. Depending on your area u will have regular check ups. In my case when i was in labour they had me hooked up to iv lines and checked levels every hour. i had a big baby 10lb 5oz and he was a couple of weeks early. After u have baby they will check bubs levels too. If u have any other questions ask away.]]> Sun, 04 Dec 2011 14:34:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413490&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413490 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413477&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413477 Author: Cinderella
Subject: 25678
Posted: 04 December 2011 at 12:45pm

Last week I was diagnosed with GD. This is my 3rd baby, but my other boys are 15 and 13. Strangely I have not heard from anyone at any hospital so far and it has been 4 days. MW expected me to hear the same day she rang with the results.

I am really worried because I want to deliver naturally at Waitakere as I am expecting labour to only be 2-3 hours judging by family history and previous births. I am hoping to control my sugar levels with diet as much as possible. My fasting levels were fine and the glucose level was only up by 0.5

The worst thing is DH is kind of burying his head in the sand. His way of coping. He has no idea of what it could mean and even made the comment 'why bother to do anything about it?'.

Any advise about this from other women who have had pregnancies with diabetes would be great.]]> Sun, 04 Dec 2011 12:45:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1413477&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1413477 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1410361&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1410361 Author: Ducky101
Subject: 25678
Posted: 23 November 2011 at 11:33am

Thank you tigger,roo! Hopefully I will be joining you guys soon :)]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:33:21 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1410361&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1410361 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1409567&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1409567 Author: tigger,roo
Subject: 25678
Posted: 21 November 2011 at 1:35pm

Hi ducky101 - good luck, go to www.lilypie.com and do a ticker there.
]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 13:35:44 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1409567&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1409567 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1409542&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1409542 Author: Ducky101
Subject: 25678
Posted: 21 November 2011 at 12:30pm

Hi There Everyone!

Im new, well not really, I was on here at end of 2009/beginning of 2010 when I first fell pregnant, and then found out I had end stage renal failure and had to give up my little one in order for me to stay alive. :( sad times. Since then I have had a kidney transplant from my lovely hubby and it has been 14 months now since the transplant and I have switched to safe for pregnancy meds and the doctors have given me the go-ahead for TTC!! I am very happy now and am on day 4 of my cycle. So waiting to ovulate really.

I think I might fit in here as my pregnancy will be treated as a high risk.I had tremendous support last time I was on here and thought I would come back! This month we get to officially start trying. Some might remember me.. I would have been due in Sept 2010.. Let me know if you do :)

Now, How do I get one of those little banner thingies to chart my cycle at the bottom of my replies and posts? Totally forgot ! hehe ]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:30:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1409542&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1409542 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1407581&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1407581 Author: Guest_65111
Subject: 25678
Posted: 14 November 2011 at 4:14pm

I remember my mom tell me a story during her time of pregnancy with me, her blood pressure was shooting up really high making the pregnancy and delivery a lot hard in anyone's book.

We were both lucky to have made it through though the eclampsia. There really are those who are sensitive with such operations that is why you have to take care of yourself while on your way to it.]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:14:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1407581&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1407581 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1402422&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1402422 Author: tigger,roo
Subject: 25678
Posted: 28 October 2011 at 10:38am

Hi guys,
I had gd with my son and needed insulin. he was 10lb 5oz when born and i lost nearly 2litres of blood after emergency c section.
with my 2nd preg at 13weeks bubs was diagnosed with anencephaly - missing skull. bubs was born at 14weeks
have since had 2 mcs and now am 7 weeks preg. am on insulin already with this preg, but have sugar levels under control. was seeing diabetic clinic every week but now monthly
have had no bleeding this time and had 6 week scan which was all good. have another scan in a week.
when preg with my son my thyroid levels sky rocketed to over 100, had thyroid gland taken out 6 yrs ago and levels are meant to be in the single digits. glad ob is keepin close eye on me.

]]> Fri, 28 Oct 2011 10:38:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1402422&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1402422 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1401433&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1401433 Author: Guest_62179
Subject: 25678
Posted: 25 October 2011 at 4:31pm

I think i'll pop in this high risk group, I have Congenital Heart Disease, Defects include - patent ductus arteriosis, Transpotision of the greater arteries, vertricular septal defect, Right aortic branch, and ventricular stenosis. I have had 5 open heart surgeries with on going mantainance issues. I have had one previous m/c about 5 years ago (I am currently 26) and I am now just over 6 weeks pregnant. Not really sure what to expect, I just hope this lil tike makes through to be a healthy bub (as there is a chance of heart complication to bub)and a healthy mum too!!!!. Anyone else on here had heart issues?]]> Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:31:12 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1401433&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1401433 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1400839&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1400839 Author: liveinhope
Subject: 25678
Posted: 21 October 2011 at 9:53pm

hey any one had a baby post heart attack?
]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:53:42 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1400839&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1400839 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395928&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395928 Author: ooligator
Subject: 25678
Posted: 06 October 2011 at 3:29pm

Hi ladies, I'm "just" pregnant. 4w 6d, and I am a high risk pregnancy because of a uterine anomaly and high blood pressure. My daughter was born at 30 weeks.


Just wondering if any ladies in the Hamilton area can recommend a midwife who is experiences (or even vaguely knowledgeable) in high risk pregnancies. I'll have shared care with a hospital obstetrician.

]]> Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:29:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395928&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395928 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395856&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395856 Author: mollycat
Subject: 25678
Posted: 06 October 2011 at 12:59pm

Gen - yah, PM me your address. We can arrange a meet up sometime. Is it alright if I bring my 2 year old?

As next week begins school holidays which means all his programmes stop it is often good to have something else to go do.]]> Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:59:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395856&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395856 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395794&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395794 Author: Gen2011
Subject: 25678
Posted: 06 October 2011 at 10:47am

Hey molly I am in St.Albans/Shirley just up from the palms.
Feel free to pop over anytime although my house aint the flashest at the moment lol we had to quickly find a house to rent after my last miscarriage when we moved up from dunedin.Moving out in January though.
I can pm you my address if you like?
Note to other people - dont rush picking a house, my lounge is tiny and gets no sun :( and my normal couches dont fit.]]> Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:47:16 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395794&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395794 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395435&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395435 Author: mollycat
Subject: 25678
Posted: 05 October 2011 at 2:47pm

I'm sort of jumping in here as well although mine is a questionable high risk pregnancy. My nuchal measurement at the 12 week scan came back as an elevated risk for Downs syndrome, but could also be symptomatic of a heart condition if it's not that. Just went to my first specialist appointment yesterday and everything looked perfect at the scan. Now just have to wait 4.5 more weeks to do the anomaly scan to see if there is anything else going on.

Gen - you are in my April due date thread, you just jumped in today. I'm the crazy lady updating the list (I have issues, I won't get into them ). Anyway, I can't imagine having to be on bedrest for that long. I'm a stay at home mum and could easily manage a visit if you ever want someone to come over for a cuppa and a chat. Where are you in Chch?]]> Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:47:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395435&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395435 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395425&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395425 Author: Gen2011
Subject: 25678
Posted: 05 October 2011 at 2:34pm

sure is amber! I am reading a book a day at this rate! ]]> Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:34:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395425&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395425 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395325&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395325 Author: lostAmber
Subject: 25678
Posted: 05 October 2011 at 10:58am

Oh gosh Gen, to be on bedrest for your entire pregnancy must be causing you to go insane, especially given how much exercise you were doing prior!! It would make anyone in a sedentary position go crazy. ]]> Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:58:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25678&PID=1395325&title=high-risk-pregnancies#1395325