I'm 40 and never had a smear test done due to the pain. Is this bad?

I had one years ago when I was first eligible and it was so painful. The nurse was struggling to do it and then asked if I was a virgin. Then said I didn't need one as I'm a virgin. Obviously since then I lost my virginity. I've been with my husband for 8 years now and had 2 children.

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I had my first smear at 28 because I was pregnant when I first became eligible and then pregnant quickly again afterwards. I’ve had abnormal cells and had to have colposcopy’s and biopsy’s ever since. Personally I’d never miss a smear. They are so, so important. I don’t find them painful anyway but regardless I’d do it for the reassurance that everything is okay. Cervical cancer is so much more treatable when caught early.

If the experience is too painful for you, you should be referred for pain relief while carrying it out. Like Gemma says, they’re so important to get done.

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I always loved Bella, but my sister called her daughter Isabella and I think it’s too close…

I’m English and my partner is German so I’m looking at names from both cultures. Our list so far is…

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I don’t absolutely love any of them any thoughts and suggestions would be very welcome!! 💕

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It lasted a few second twice then went away. Laying down now and it's gone.

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Lazy?

When do you mammas have time to workout? Just at home?
I have a dog which I walk in the mornings when hot (walk at lunch if not) so up at 6am, Little one is up 7/7:30, preschool at 9, pick up at 4, working in between these hours. Then dinner and bed for 7pm ish. I’m struggling to find time to squeeze a workout in or am I being lazy and just need to be up earlier??

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