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asked by: Jolie_3110 on February 27th, 2008
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As my other post 'my shocker' seems to have disappeared I thought I'd write you a quick update. If this is in the wrong forum please move it.

I went to see my doctor today. He basically said that he doesnt really deal with pregnancies anymore, he doesnt even have to refer me. I just had to walk into the maternity unit at the hospital say I was pregnant and they would sort it out. Its pretty weird, but I guess its thier way of making more time for the G.P to see sick patients. Anyway I wish he would have told me this on Friday as it would have saved loads of time!!
I get to the unit and feel abit stupid, the midwife looks at me and smiles, she was the same one who took me up to the postnatel ward after Alfie was born. She said 'back so soon!' arghhhh. She was lovely though. We talked for ages and she helped put my mind at rest saying she knew lots of women with 4 children and alot of the time the younger ones seem to be closer in age.
Anyway she didnt see the need in sending me for an early scan she said because I got a normal a/f between changing pills It was amost definite it was during the change that I got pregnant. I am roughly 5 weeks and babys rough due date is November 2nd!! I have only ever had spring/summer babies so this will be a change.
I havent plucked up the courage to tell my mum yet. Grrr I just so want to blurt it out.
Still having extreme ups and downs. I am hoping its just the hormones but I am being to wonder if its something more. Did anybody else really suffer with manic mood swings in early pregnancy?
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Mabel
replied on February 27th, 2008
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I'm glad she was so supportive. Midwives really are the best!

During pregnancy, I have extreme lows - moreso than any high. I hate to admit it, but I have felt really really stuck. Like the world is caving in. All those women who say pregnancy is great and wonderful are not me!
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Jolie_3110
replied on February 27th, 2008
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Thanks I am so glad you said that. I really was beginning to think there was something wrong with me!! I mean I have been pretty stressed just lately, obviously, giving up smoking too isnt really helping, but sometimes I feel if I am going mad. For example I shut myself in the bedroom today, I was crying and crying. I got myself in such a state.
I think it doesnt help because Alfie was my first and only planned baby (yes I can be extrememly fertile when I DONT want to be.) I was so excited when I found out I was pregnant with him and so was everyone else! Everything was perfect and I loved every moment. This time round I feel so sad because I dont feel the same way, I always though if I had more it would be planned and amazing too. I really try to get excited but I just cant and my emotions are making me completely exhausted. I have never felt like this before.
I have to go see the midwife on Friday to do my history. Maybe I should mention it then??
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Mabel
replied on February 27th, 2008
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Yes! Mention it. Depression during pregnancy is at least as common as post partum depression - but no one talks about it. Please mention it to the midwife and let her know how you are feeling. Sometimes even the act of telling someone can take a big weight off your shoulders.

You are doing a good job on the not smoking! Keep it up!!
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AyaMiyaki
replied on February 27th, 2008
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I just wanted to say congratulations and good luck! I know it wasn't expected or planned, but hopefully when the shock wears off you'll become excited about this newest edition. Maybe this one will be a girl?
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Jolie_3110
replied on February 27th, 2008
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I will talk to the midwife, again thanks for being so supportive!

and Laura I honestly can't see myself with a girl anymore, I am almost 100% sure in my head its another one of the male variety! Not that I mind I quite like the idea of having all these men to look after me!
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rosejackson
replied on February 28th, 2008
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I'm glad everything went well. That seems rather strange going straight to see the midwife, but seems like a good idea. Congratulations on your pregnancy! I thought i'd mention you're due on my sisters birthday lol! Enjoy the rest of your pregnancy x
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Eyes Wide Shut
replied on February 28th, 2008
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I haven't posted in either of your threads. But CONGRATS JO!!!!!!

I'm soooo shocked!!!!! I can't believe it!!!

How EXCITING!!

Def tell your midwife about your depression. My friend was on lexapro for her entire pregnancy. It was a low dose, but it was still necessary!

I can't wait to see the u/s when you get it done!!

It's gonna be a girl cuz you're swearing it's a boy!!!

Sarah
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