When did your second baby arrive? Sooner or later than the first?

My first came spontaneously at 38 + 3, immediately after a Taylor swift concert. I had a section booked for 39+6 so caught us off guard. But we never had to wonder when or overthink every symptom thinking could this be it.

Today is 38+5 with baby number 2. Only started mat leave a few days ago and I’m so bored already. I feel like I’ve done everything on my prep list. Really hoping this baby doesn’t come late. Statistically they say 2 days earlier than the first.

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My son came naturally at 37+6 and I had a 3 hour labour.
My daughter has just arrived also at 37+6 and despite the painful part of labour only being 2 hours, I was aware that it was ‘on its way’ for about 12 hours before

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My 1st was 40+3
2nd was 40+2 x

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On due date when I was booked for C section came naturally. 3rd on time too. 1st week late emergency C section. Hoping for a on time with 4th one too🙏🏿

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Today is 38+5 with baby number 2. Only started mat leave a few days ago and I’m so bored already. I feel like I’ve done everything on my prep list. Really hoping this baby doesn’t come late. Statistically they say 2 days earlier than the first.

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