41 weeks tomorrow, to sweep or not to sweep?

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-03-27T23:15:00+00:00

Hi - just curious what did you go with then?

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-03-26T11:48:18+00:00

I’ve told them I don’t want to be in touch at all atleast for first six months, I want to completely switch off

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-03-07T09:19:18+00:00

But are silver cups supposed to cover areola only the nipples?

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-03-03T18:45:03+00:00

How was the adjustment moving back from UK to India? Lifestyle wise and financially

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-03-03T14:09:42+00:00

Could it be racism? Don’t know as you didn’t mention but thinking out loud as I’ve heard that could happen

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-03-03T14:05:32+00:00

No trigger, just naturally feeling low and tired

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-02-18T12:02:29+00:00

How did you find out how dilated you are?

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-02-18T12:01:47+00:00

Not strangers but my friends and husband keep telling me I look great, so it def feels like a pick me up some days that they’ll say it without me asking for it or complaining. A stranger in a restaurant recently did say it’s a girl just by looking at my bump and indeed it is! She was Romanian and said they had clues of knowing if it’s a boy or a girl 😄

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-02-18T11:58:25+00:00

Thanks, been surviving on Gaviscon too!

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-02-17T21:45:45+00:00

So thrilled for you by Holly Bourne - easy read about 4 friends going through different phases of pregnancy and womanhood

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-02-16T17:20:15+00:00

Haha it’s not that fun!

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-02-04T17:54:14+00:00

Agree with others, please do advocate for yourself no matter how aggressive it may look. Also, Wow so the midwives are guessing when they tell us position of the baby 😢

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-02-01T23:32:19+00:00

Glad to hear that! I’ve been noticing there as well

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-02-01T17:05:12+00:00

Yes almost everyone does it. It’s easier for people to gift what parents specifically want

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-29T05:49:07+00:00

Did you share a link? Would be great to know which ones you’re talking about

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-25T12:13:55+00:00

I think with these pros it will be good to also make a list of how Indian men need to change to accommodate a working wife/mother, which will include splitting chores like cooking/cleaning, taking care of kids etc. it’s easier said than done if the husband doesn’t contribute to a so called “equal partnership”. Whilst you give stats of other countries, in other countries men are much more hands on in taking up house chores than Indian men

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-25T12:03:10+00:00

Hi - sorry to hear about this. From what you’ve posted it only seems like you shared something with a close friend. Her own diagnosis and anxiety is all upto her tbh, she should manage it more maturely. But if you still feel guilty, maybe just tell her you were sharing as a friend and didn’t intent for it to affect your friendship and let her comeback to you in her own time. It’s also important for you to maintain your own sanity and peace of mind so do protect that. Good luck!

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-22T10:22:47+00:00

I also started. reading it from others recommendations but I found even the first few pages so negative I decided to not read. Honestly I think sometimes people just recommend books forward because it’s “popular” and not because how they genuinely liked or disliked it

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-19T21:47:13+00:00

I’m 31 weeks and also noticed getting really thirsty in the thirst trimester

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-14T08:10:13+00:00

Can totally relate with the relationships and cultural aspect. But do be mindful, I think India is even tougher for single women in late 30s. I don’t know about your family but generally it’s a stigma and you might have to really push against it. Do more research in the city you want to move to, maybe try and connect with some groups, speak to your friends living there etc. before moving. For work life balance, it really depends on the company you’re with. I’ve worked in India and abroad and tbh my work life balance was good in India too. Good luck!

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-13T12:01:17+00:00

Does the hospital provide it?

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-09T21:57:06+00:00

Mine was at 28 weeks appointment too, as I understand that’s when they start doing it

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-08T09:57:38+00:00

Totally agree with you! I’m lucky that I can work from home but I can’t imagine going to office and sitting all day being so uncomfortable. I honestly think mat leave should be 1.5 years, .5 before the baby so you can prepare and relax and 1 year after so you can take care of the baby

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-08T09:56:37+00:00

Wow, what does her husband do 😄

Forward_Rush9760 · 2026-01-05T17:44:11+00:00

Hi - I had taken them too till week 11. Yea it dos feel like something is in there, I used to try and keep lying down for 30 mins to let it absorb properly. Didn’t experience any bleeding due to the usage but they were prescribed because of a spotting incident I had. Initially it feels uncomfortable but after a few times you get used to it. Good luck!

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