Branchial Cyst

We visited Lewisham Hospital today, with the hope that Beth's branchial cyst would be removed from her neck and that she could move on. However, after a ultrasound scan, the surgeon said he couldn't find the cyst and, on that basis, he couldn't operate. When the cyst reappears, we have to go back to the surgeon for scans and, if necessary, surgery.

We are a little gutted by it all, as Beth may have to go through more pain and discomfort. But we also don't want her to go under the surgeon's knife unless it is completely clear what needs to be done.

On Sunday, Parkes has her week 38 scan and a consultation the following day. We have been told that the baby will be delivered on the 6th or soon after. Scaaaaaaaary.

Parkes starts week 36 tomorrow. We think the baby has turned and may have this confirmed tomorrow, as we have a scan at QEQM.

Broadstairs: Spent a brill evening, with these fab cats, in the pubs of Broadstairs. It was great to catch up with them. Need to do it a little more often, although could do without the hangover.

Broadstairs: Tongues

Week 34

Corr, doesn't time fly!?! Week 34 it is and Parkes has been furiously nesting. We have a scan at the start of week 36 to see if the baby still lies breach. If so, it will be delivered by c-section. If not, a vaginal birth will be possible. Parkes and I will be going to a vaginal birth workshop at QEQM hospital on Friday night. Not sure whether to eat beforehand.

New Year

Happy New Year to one and all. We had a very quiet one. Parkes has just started week 33 of her pregnancy and very soon the Blog will be flooded with new baby pictures (hopefully). Will it be a boy? Will it be a girl? Who knows?!? As long as it's healthy we don't really care. The nursery is being readied and slowly, but surely, we are getting things together. We are so much more relaxed about this baby and if we haven't got things by the time the baby is born, we'll buy them when we need them.

In the meantime, we'll be getting as much sleep as possible!