Monthly Archives: November 2011

What things should we do before the baby arrives?

Posted on November 27, 2011 by gillian

We’re now over the 30 week mark, and in the words of my mum, who texted me the other day when I mourned the sad state of my once perfect belly button, ‘go Baby C!’ One of my pregnancy iPhone … Continue reading →

Posted in Life / style / clothes / beauty, Pregnancy | Tagged pre-baby suggestions, week 30, what shall we do before the baby arrives? | 9 Comments

Pregnancy week 29: colds, clothes and colour schemes

Posted on November 23, 2011 by gillian

Woe was me this week; Alex was away and the annoying cough I’ve had for ages turned into a full-blown coldy chesty thing. This involved staying home from work, losing my voice, and a big old dose of self-pity. It’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctor's note, Pregnancy, Pregnancy: Third Trimester | Tagged 29 weeks pregnant, baby clothes, being ill in pregnancy, colds, grandparents, painting the baby's room, pregnancy week 29 | 3 Comments

A Baby on Board in Pregnancy & Birth magazine

Posted on November 17, 2011 by gillian

It’s finally out; I’m in the December issue of Pregnancy & Birth as part of the group feature, talking about this blog. As a PR used to getting clients in the press it’s a strange reversal to see yourself in print, … Continue reading →

Posted in Life / style / clothes / beauty, Pregnancy, Pregnancy: Third Trimester | Tagged 22 weeks pregnant, first time mummy blogger feature, Pregnancy & Birth magazine, Pretty Pregnant | 10 Comments

Pregnancy week 28: baby, one more time

Posted on November 16, 2011 by gillian

This week served up a double helping of Crawshaw Jnr sightings; the scheduled 28 week scan, and an unplanned second viewing at my hospital clinic appointment. My very un-sexy thyroid problem can cause issues with growth … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctor's note, Pregnancy, Pregnancy: Third Trimester | Tagged 28 week growth scan, hypothyroidism, Ikea, lemon curd, week 28 pregnancy, yum | 1 Comment

Strange pregnancy symptoms no-one ever tells you about: second trimester edition

Posted on November 9, 2011 by gillian

As I’m now in the third trimester, I thought I’d round-up all the symptoms I’ve been experiencing for the past few months (my first trimester recap is here). These aren’t the obvious ones I’d read all about, but more like … Continue reading →

Posted in Pregnancy, Pregnancy: Second Trimester | Tagged being very clumsy, dry nose, lack of sleep, pregnancy symptoms, second trimester, strange pregnancy symptoms | 5 Comments

Pregnancy week 27: a blissfully normal week

Posted on November 6, 2011 by gillian

I’m trying not to speak too soon as there’s still one day left of it, but it’s been a very uneventful couple of days so far, especially after the past few weeks. I went back to work and then just … Continue reading →

Posted in Doctor's note, Pregnancy, Pregnancy: Second Trimester | Tagged Baby C, Crystal Palace, fireworks, growth scan, midwife appointment, NCT classes, pregnancy week 27 | 1 Comment

Pregnancy-related news round-up

Posted on November 6, 2011 by gillian

Due to the events of week 26 of being pregnant, I’ve had lots of time with only the internet for company, which has been a perfect chance to do lots of reading. Like the large amount of pregnant celebs at … Continue reading →

Posted in Pregnancy | Tagged birth control, perfect age to have a baby, pregnancy news stories, right to an elective c-section, world's 7 billionth baby | Leave a comment

Pregnancy week 26: an unexpected medical mini-break

Posted on November 1, 2011 by gillian

I’ve always been pretty lucky health-wise, and the last time I was made to stay in any kind of medical facility was when my tonsils were taken out at the grand old age of five (I got to eat ice … Continue reading →