only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
Sep 1st 2010, 12:55 am
#16
Happy in Wellington
Joined: Mar 2005
Location: Tawa, Wellington, Aotearoa
Posts: 2,286
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
oh well, how is your prgnancy comming along robclubley? any news yetOurs is definitely coming next week
Sep 1st 2010, 7:28 pm
#17
BE Enthusiast
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 696
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
that baby wants to come out soon.
Sep 1st 2010, 7:29 pm
#18
BE Enthusiast
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 696
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
Well after our appointment yesterday it looks like we might only be 4 weeks away as they will most likely decide to induce in early September 
We visited the Wellington hospital birthing suites yesterday too. Really well equipped, big rooms with enquites, showers, baths, all sorts. And nice big bars on the wall to hang onto if you feel the need !!!
We've been on a really good ante natal class. We went for the 7 week one that you pay for rather than the 4 week free one . Really glad we did as it was all 30-something couples rather than teenagers and from what we've heard it covered a lot more stuff that you really do want to know. It also includes a baby and you course for after the birth for mum and you can do other stuff - like a baby CPR class for $5 which I will be doing I think.
We're also booked for two breastfeeding classes at Keneperu hospital (you take a teddy bear to practice with). Apparently it makes a huge difference to mum's confidence and skill when starting to breastfeed.
So much to learn! So much stuff you never knew (or wanted to know) before getting into this.
We have another scan on Monday and I'm really looking forward to seeing our little girl again!
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u2LJSfBVaU..._5720087_n.jpg
We visited the Wellington hospital birthing suites yesterday too. Really well equipped, big rooms with enquites, showers, baths, all sorts. And nice big bars on the wall to hang onto if you feel the need !!!
We've been on a really good ante natal class. We went for the 7 week one that you pay for rather than the 4 week free one . Really glad we did as it was all 30-something couples rather than teenagers and from what we've heard it covered a lot more stuff that you really do want to know. It also includes a baby and you course for after the birth for mum and you can do other stuff - like a baby CPR class for $5 which I will be doing I think.
We're also booked for two breastfeeding classes at Keneperu hospital (you take a teddy bear to practice with). Apparently it makes a huge difference to mum's confidence and skill when starting to breastfeed.
So much to learn! So much stuff you never knew (or wanted to know) before getting into this.
We have another scan on Monday and I'm really looking forward to seeing our little girl again!
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_u2LJSfBVaU..._5720087_n.jpg
Sep 1st 2010, 8:51 pm
#19
Happy in Wellington
Joined: Mar 2005
Location: Tawa, Wellington, Aotearoa
Posts: 2,286
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
Breastfeeding classes were good and I'd definitely recommend taking the time to attend - they're free!
I particularly liked the demonstration knitted boobs and the boob scarf
But seriously they gave great advice and we learned a lot.
Not long to go now. I'm gonna be a dad this month. Oh bugger!
I particularly liked the demonstration knitted boobs and the boob scarf
But seriously they gave great advice and we learned a lot.
Not long to go now. I'm gonna be a dad this month. Oh bugger!
Sep 1st 2010, 10:48 pm
#20
BE Enthusiast
Joined: Mar 2009
Location: Torbay, North Shore
Posts: 744
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
and then your life changes for good! make the most of it, it still becomes a shock though !
Best wishes to you all enjoy! little ones change some much in their first year throw so many challenges but are adorable!
i used to work at Wellington Hospital and was there when the new unit opened it is lovely and so refreshing from UK units i have certaily seen lots of them!
Best wishes to you all enjoy! little ones change some much in their first year throw so many challenges but are adorable!
i used to work at Wellington Hospital and was there when the new unit opened it is lovely and so refreshing from UK units i have certaily seen lots of them!
Sep 3rd 2010, 5:07 am
#21
BE Enthusiast
Thread Starter
Joined: Apr 2007
Location: wellington
Posts: 376
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
i have had 3 failed sweeps so they will induce at 42 weeks oh is hoping it appears on sunday (fathers day in nz)
oh is hoping it appears on sunday (fathers day in nz)
Sep 7th 2010, 2:00 am
#23
BE Enthusiast
Thread Starter
Joined: Apr 2007
Location: wellington
Posts: 376
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
quick update, our lovely little baby girl arrived on sat 04.09.2010 ( day of the quake ) weighing in at 9lb exactly shes just perfect will post more and some pics when i get chance,, goodluck mrs rob clubley , your turn next
oh and if anyone has name suggestions as shes now 3 days old and still called baby girl
oh and if anyone has name suggestions as shes now 3 days old and still called baby girl
Sep 7th 2010, 5:39 am
#24
Stoke City fanatic
Joined: Jul 2007
Location: nelson no more :-(
Posts: 693
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
Many many congrats, and now the fun begins 
Sep 7th 2010, 6:08 am
#25
Happy in Wellington
Joined: Mar 2005
Location: Tawa, Wellington, Aotearoa
Posts: 2,286
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
quick update, our lovely little baby girl arrived on sat 04.09.2010 ( day of the quake ) weighing in at 9lb exactly shes just perfect will post more and some pics when i get chance,, goodluck mrs rob clubley , your turn next
oh and if anyone has name suggestions as shes now 3 days old and still called baby girl
oh and if anyone has name suggestions as shes now 3 days old and still called baby girl
Elizabeth Marie arrived 5.9.2010 - Father's Day - at 3:16am
6lb 3oz
Mum and baby are doing really well despite some complications with the birth.
Being a dad is amazing, but I keep bursting into tears!!
Sep 7th 2010, 9:23 am
#26
BE Enthusiast
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 696
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
Sep 7th 2010, 9:25 am
#27
BE Enthusiast
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 696
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
quick update, our lovely little baby girl arrived on sat 04.09.2010 ( day of the quake ) weighing in at 9lb exactly shes just perfect will post more and some pics when i get chance,, goodluck mrs rob clubley , your turn next
oh and if anyone has name suggestions as shes now 3 days old and still called baby girl
oh and if anyone has name suggestions as shes now 3 days old and still called baby girl
...make sure you let us know what name you decide on
Sep 7th 2010, 9:40 am
#28
BE Enthusiast
Joined: May 2009
Location: Scotland
Posts: 483
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
Congraulations Danny & Ginna also Rob enjoy many years of happiness xx
P.s 9lb wow !
P.s 9lb wow !
Sep 7th 2010, 2:09 pm
#29
Forum Regular
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 269
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
Congratulations to both of you, may you have many long happy and healthy years.
Kristina
Kristina
Sep 7th 2010, 5:10 pm
#30
Joined: May 2009
Location: Welly UK to Welly NZ to Welly UK
Posts: 2,227
Re: only 3 weeks to meet our new kiwi.
Congratulations to both sets of new parents!! and a big welcome to the two new baby kiwis....lol B x