Thought i might be able to just quietly join the end of the list without anyone noticing, but nah. Meow, definitely going for a homebirth. Will scrape the money together somehow, i just can't even think of planning to go anywhere else.

We are still trying to get our head around it, i had severe pain last weekend and it was questioned whether it was an ectopic pregnancy. I had an ultrasound to check this, and thankfully it wasn't but i was also further along than i thought.

Have been thinking about my IM options. For those, who went back again, how did you decide? Was it automatic to go for your previous IM? Did you want to try someone else? I am undecided at this point, and (in a silly way) unsure about asking the ones i am considering the questions i have in case i choose a different midwife.

when do you usually book in? Hopefully Feb won't be as busy as Jan was.

Also, last time i was completely happy for DD to be at the birth if that s what happened. She ended up sleeping through it. She will be almost 4 next time, and at this point i have greater reservations. Maybe cos she can talk and will need greater explanation... i like the idea of it being all natural and kids don't need it hidden from them, but then i wonder do they need to know stuff so early?

DotFace, sounds you like have a good plan. Having some jobs for your Mum to do might keep her occupied so you can do your thing. Bake something for after the birth, even grab some apple juice from the shop if you think you want her to just take a break. i haven't wanted anyone in my space except dh, but i'm not sure what i will do this time.