28 weeks and feeling fed up!

This is my 3rd and I’ve never felt this uncomfortable so early on. I can’t get comfortable whether I’m sat or laying down. I ache so much. When I lie down it feels like my lungs are compressed and my hips hurt. I remember this all so well towards the end of my last 2 pregnancies, but how am I supposed to manage it for potentially 12 weeks?! Is anyone else feeling the same. I’m not sleeping well I’m exhausted. Don’t get me started on the heartburn 😂😂

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Sex after c section

Ever since my c section in May we haven’t Bern able to have sex. Not because we don’t want to … we literally can’t. He can’t get it in like something is in the way. Went to GP and they said nothing is wrong just keep trying. It’s sore and literally can’t get it. Anyone else? What do I do?

Waters breaking

Can anyone tell me their experience with waters breaking ? Did it come in a big gush or a light trickle ?
I’ve read it dosent always come as a big gush and sometimes comes as a light trickle. I’ve been experiencing a light trickle sensation the past 2 days but my underwear isn’t damp or anything so I’m not sure if I just go to the bathroom so often it dosent have time to soak or if it’s maybe just discharge ? I’m not sure if I’m just being paranoid or if I should get it checked out . I’m also just 37 weeks with first baby

Which goes more?

I love unusual names.. not sure if these are unusual but i think they are 😅

Contraception

Hey girlies! My daughter is currently 14 months old, and I had the Mirena coil fitted at the end of September. Since then, I’ve been having a bit of a nightmare with my periods!

I’m currently on day 17 of my first period since having it fitted, and honestly, I’m so fed up. Before getting the coil, my periods were always really regular, lasting no longer than 5 days, so this has been a massive change for me. The bleeding has been quite heavy too, to the point where I’m going through pads every couple of hours, and the cramping has been pretty relentless.

I’ve recently been to see a doctor who did a vaginal ultrasound and said everything looked fine. However, she’s booked me in for another ultrasound with a sonographer to have a closer look at my ovaries. I’ve never had any issues with ovarian cysts before, so naturally, I’m a little worried about that.

Something else that’s been playing on my mind is the possibility of an ectopic pregnancy. There was a bit of concern raised because I’ve been experiencing some symptoms that can be associated with one, including cramping predominantly on my left side, pressure when going to the toilet and arm pain. I’ve also been having cramps almost daily since having the coil fitted, and they’ve gradually become more noticeable.

I know irregular bleeding and cramping can be quite common in the first few months after having the Mirena fitted, but 17 days of bleeding, especially when it’s this heavy, is really starting to get to me.

I just wanted to ask those of you who have the Mirena, what were your first few periods like? How long did your first period last, and did anyone else experience really heavy or prolonged bleeding? Did you have constant cramping too, and did things eventually settle down?

I’d also love to hear from anyone who experienced similar symptoms, particularly the one-sided pain or pressure. I’m not necessarily looking for medical advice, just interested in hearing other women’s experiences because I feel like I’m going a little crazy at this point!

Pins and needles

Hi everyone,
I had a c section on Friday and since Saturday evening or so, I’ve had pins and needles in my bum. At first I thought it was just from sitting for a long period of time but it doesn’t seem to go away. It doesn’t hurt, it’s just uncomfortable!
Did anyone else have this after their spinal? I don’t recall having it after my first section.
Thanks in advance ☺️

Induction

I have an induction booked for 40+3 if I don’t go into natural labour before then. They are asking whether I would prefer a medical or mechanical induction? Has anyone experienced either? If so, how was it? Would you have preferred a different option?