SPRING _ I have to say, I'm IN LOVE WITH YOUR NEW 'DO!!!!!!!!!! You look freaking sensational!!! Do YOU love it? Do you feel sexy with it? You should!
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SPRING _ I have to say, I'm IN LOVE WITH YOUR NEW 'DO!!!!!!!!!! You look freaking sensational!!! Do YOU love it? Do you feel sexy with it? You should!
You crack me up Jayne. I'm happy with it. I've been thinking about it for a while but today just decided what the heck. Had to do something with my mop before my Dirty Thirty :whip:
Hi girls, have been reading, but didn't post - but was so happy to hear Michelle that George is growing nicely. One good thing in a sea of sadness and turbulence. You need to remind your little man that he DOES STILL have a Daddy, even though his Daddy is not here in the flesh, Greg will always be his Daddy, can't change that. I know hon how heartbreaking it is for the babies - my heart continues to break for my 2, being so ripped off of such a wonderful Dad. No solutions I'm sorry, it's crap, it really is. Like the girls say, one step in front of the other is all you can do... did you call Marcia?
Spring - I love your new "doo" too, sometimes it's good to morph into someone else, a total change of hair can do that!! One day I'm going to get mine dyed black......... still haven't found the guts, but one day I will!
Mako - I know your relationship with your mum is sensitive at the best of times, and frankly after the Maccas incident, who can blame you for being wary of her ability to keep your boy safe - just put the fear into her of what could happen if she does not keep him extra safe, and how precious he is to you.... it's so hard trying to trust others with our children, as nobody looks after them like we do xo
Kelly - glad you are having a good time in WA, looking forward to hearing how well your 12 week scan went xo
AFM - well, went to the PND nurse on Wed, followed by my GP yesterday (who specialises in mental health issues) - and for sure I have severe PND, sigh sigh..... it's really a build up of so many things, as most of you know. GP convinced me to take anti-depressants for 6-12 months, to assist the mood whilst sorting out other stuff, so started lastnight (and am feeling ZONKED today, but will perservere with them, knowing they will settle down). Started my Yoga/relaxation class yesterday which I think will be nice.... so am trying to do things for myself. DH is home so that is helping, but GP thinks he is depressed too. We have to get some assessments done for Luc's case (we are sueing the hospital and Ob for their fatal mistakes) but this means we have to prove we have suffered (yep, they need proof) so this involves tests etc - it's all SO TEDIOUS, but we have come this far, so will perservere to the end and see it through...... so thats about where I'm at, it's not great as there are major issues between my older DD and DH, they just clash, and it creates a lot of tension at home, and this in turn reminds me again of DH1s death and how crap it is, and it shouldn't be this tough.... it just never goes away... sorry to dump all this, but it helps to get it out - any advice is welcome, as DH told me lastnight that DD will have to go to boarding school, as he can't live with her, which is really great and supportive after my diagnosis this week... I tell you, I must have been a really bad person in my last life, as karma seems to be hitting me in the face this one.....
Arrrggghhh...........on a brighter note, I'm meeting a friend for lunch shortly, taking Remy, so better get ready.......
Other than all that girls, I'm still ok - does this make any sense at all????
Lee xoxoxo
I hope you don't mind me popping in. I think I posted here some time ago like maybe even a year ago? Or was it only 6 mths ago.... Hoping I can join and become a regualr poster.
Lee OMG hun I never realsied til now how tough it is for you :( I'll have to try and get off this hill and come down for that cuppa. I am on zoloft (100mg) for PND and I have chopped all my hair off. When you stand in the supermarket aisle for nearly half an hour trying to decide on conditioner for split ends then walk away without any then it is time to cut it off. So many things weren't adding up in my life and I couldn't make decisions, was prone to tears easy so I 'failed' the PND test at 6 wks and then 9 mths so finally was convinced to get help once I had underlined the wanting to harm myself. I just wanted out, away from all the drama etc. Zoloft has been my godsend .. 17 yrs I have been fighting going on antidepressants. Oh well. now they are helping and that is good.
Michelle I have just caught up on your news too hun. I am so very sorry and so sad to read about Greg :( The little ones are so young and a new baby on the way too... you must just be struggling so much to make each day. I hope you have a network of family and friends you can reach out to. Sometimes even just someone to help with a load of washing or cooking a meal or helping bath the kids when you are tired.. it all helps. Greg will always be with you in spirit and you only have to look into your heart to see him and I know though that can never replace his arms around you or eharing his voice.
Mako it seems we lost our last angels at about the same time. I was pg with identical twins but lost them at 9wks and now just waiting to see what happens with my first proper cycle since the D&C. We said goodbye to Annabelle at 31 wks 8 yrs ago and in the last 5 years I have had now 9 m/c.
I recognise some of the other ladies in here but it has been so long since I really sat down at the computer and treid to catch up.
Parenting after any loss is a reasure and a blessing. Samuel is now 5 and daniel is 13 mths. My delights :) I do have odler children too and now I have 2 grandchildren also living with us.
Tash is 18 and married and her Alex is about 2 weeks yuonger than Lee's DD Remy. Tash and bevan moved abck home in December. Then my 17 yr old has a son who is 2 mths old. His partner or ex-partner ( I have no idea where things stand with them ATM) also live with us. My oldest son though is now living at the other end of the state and his girlfriend already had a little boy when they got together. Seth is 2. So we are quite a busy family and you can see why I have trouble finding computer time or even time to escape to meet up with Lee for a cuppa.
Still hopeful too of another baby for us. My OB is quite happy with us still TTC and reassured me that he does have older mums on his books atm all pg naturally. So I am 2dpo and fingers crossed.
I know it has been a long time since i was here... I think it was just after Michelle you announced your BFP? or was that in the pg thread.. I lose track so easily.
hugs all
Jude
Jayne - C'mon over!! :dance: I'll be waiting for you with bells on!!! We will tee it up with the other melb ladies and have a good catch up.
Hi to everyone else - gotta go and wrap gifts, housewarming tonight, bday party tomorrow and M day on sunday..busy busy busy..
PS Miss A is pretty much TT in 4 days! She has had a couple of wee accidents but for the most part she has caught on very quickly and easily :) No 2's has been the easiest part.
HUGS ALL AROUND XX
Michelle I'm pleased Omar is doing well. I wish things were different for you too babe but like others in here have said "just one moment at a time". I have to second what Lee has said about little Oscar and his comments about his Daddy. His Daddy is in a different place now but he's always going to held so very close in all of your hearts :hug:
Angelicdragon Welcome back to this wonderful thread. I remember "seeing" you in here before. I'm sorry that you lost your twins not so long ago and also sorry for all of your little angels. Sounds like you sure do have a very busy household :)
Lisa Woohoo on Miss A being TT'd. I bet she thinks she's so clever :)
How is Natalya doing?
Sounds like you've got a very busy weekend ahead of you..Enjoy :)
Lee I was wondering how your appointment went the other day. I did actually ask you in my post the other day but BB was being somewhat difficult and it didn't show up in what I posted. Anyway good on you for seeking help hun. That is a massive step in the right direction. I'm so sorry that your DH is suffering too. I mean who wouldn't be in your situation. I hope everything goes as smoothly as possible with Luc's case. I wish things were so very different for you all too.
Willow have a great weekend hun and don't forget to get your mum to take a pic of you guys all dressed up. I want to see how good your shoes go with your dress ;)
As for DS2 you should do whatever you are happy doing. If you're happy feeding him during the night then you should do that. You are his mummy and you know what's best for him. FWIW I' not too sure if you know this but I fed DS during the night most nights until we weaned at 22.5 months. I did it because it made him happier and it was much easier than spending hours trying to resettle an upset screaming baby/toddler and then have to get up and try to function throughout the day and go to work. even to this day if DS wakes during the night I'll often bring him into our bed just so we can all get back to sleep as quickly as possible. I know thats not everyone's ideal but it does work for us atm. Its not every night but atleast once or twice a week sometimes more sometimes less.
Jayne have a wonderful time in Melbourne. I want to get to Melbourne one day too but can't see it happening any time soon.
Spring Do you love your new "Do" It looks great. I wish I could do something with my awful hair. How are your boys?
Well I'm not too sure what's going on with DS. He was fine with my mum and he loved his train trip. I did have a bit of a talk with mum about how I was feeling and said I expect to be asked if she takes him on any public transport or anywhere really. She just laughed at me and changed the subject :wall: So for now I've left it alone. I'm sure I'll get another opportunity to talk to her about things sometime soon.
Anyway his temp has come down and he's been ok until today. He was at MIL's and he was playing with the dogs in the lounge room and she said he just layed down and went to sleep at 10:30. He slept for 1.5 hours and this afternoon was just laying around when I brought him home and he's been really miserable and getting upset over nothing and didn't eat dinner and nearly fell asleep in the bath. He's been in bed since 6:45 tonight. He normally goes to bed around 8pm.He felt a bit warmer tonight so I'm not too sure if his temp is on its way back up again or what.
I've got my appointment with my Ob on Monday afternoon to see what she says about TTC again and what lies ahead for us on that front.
Michelle - I am so glad to hear about the scan results, at least that is one thing off your mind for now. God knows you have enough on your mind now as it is. I really can't imagine how hard things must be for you right now, but I know it must break your heart everytime your kids mention that their daddy is gone. It is just not fair for them to grow up without a daddy and it must be so devastating for you to not be able to do anything about it. Keep posting hun, don't worry about what you say or bringing the thread down or anything, you need to let it out and we are here to listen :hug:
mako - I hope your OB appointment goes well, I am looking forward to hearing what the plan is now and I hope that you come out feeling more positive. I hope DS isn't coming down with something, the poor little thing. FWIW, I also fed DD during the night for a long time as it was easier than spending hours trying to resettle her so I am with you and Willow there!
Lisa - woohoo on the TTing! That's great news! We seem to have gone backwards with DD - she would go on the toilet or potty a lot of the time (although was unreliable) but now she won't at all! I have no idea why but am so frustrated as I really thought we were getting somewhere.
Jayne - woohoo on your Melbourne trip! Any chance you will pop down Warrnambool way?? It is right at the end of the Great Ocean road and is a beautiful place, plus we would be more than happy to have you stay if you wanted!
kelly - I am glad to hear that you are having such a good time in Perth. Good luck for your scan, although I am sure you won't need it!
bek - I am glad to hear that you are having some luck with sleep, and yay on TTing! I sooo wish I could get DD to get on the bandwagon, but I think she is just too lazy!!
Spring - LOVE your new hair!!
Lee - sorry to hear that it looks like DH is also suffering, although it is no surprise given what you guys have been through. I hope you can get some help. You really have been through so much - it makes me wonder why some people have to ensure all this crap?? It seems so unfair. You have all my support hun. And I am sure some good karma is about to come your way!!
Thanks for the advice re cars guys. We are still looking and have no idea what to get, it seems that there is too much choice these days!!
I am having some troubles with DS at the moment. He has gone from being a pretty good, placid little boy to a terror!! He cries ALL the time and I am finding myself seriously losing patience. Plus he has gone from one or two night feeds to two wake ups, once around 1am for a feed, but then he will wake again at 4am for a feed and REFUSES to go back down to sleep again. I am just not getting enough sleep and I am getting so cranky. DD still doesn't sleep through that much (although she is getting much better now) and I am exhausted. DH will be away next week too which I am dreading. I took DS to the Dr as I suspected reflux given his behaviour (screaming while feeding, straightening his body out like a board during and after feeds, etc and generall being miserable) but I don't think the meds are helping. I really don't know what else to do and am starting to struggle. I can feel myself getting impatient with the kids sooner than I know I should and I hate myself for it. And while I love DS, I have had moments where I don't really like him very much and I hate myself for feeling that way. It is just hard with two kids as I can't just sleep when DS sleeps during the day as I can pretty much guarantee that DD will be up so I never get a break. Any advice??
Im lurking just having a few issues atm and I dont really feel right sharing them. But I am checking on you all and giving everyone :hug:
Lee: whoa babe, no wonder you've been feeling so down. At least now you have a diagnosis and can get the help you need to get back to feeling yourself :hug:
Mako: I hope the appointment with your ob helps you set a path forward that you and DH are happy with.
Jude: of couse I remember you. It is so nice to 'see' you again. I am so very sorry about the loss of your twins :comfort: I look forward to catching up what's been happening with you.
Lisa: WTG miss A with the TT. Clever little lady.
Freya: Hun we are here if you want to share. I'm all ears babe.
Bun: my little B has undergone a real change recently. No word of a lie the chumba feeds 2 hourly over night. Last night was 9.30pm, 11.30pm, 2.00am and the biggest stretch until 5am. After the 5am feed he will doze in bed with me but won't go back to sleep. He doesn't have reflux issues but us a guzzle guts and is always hungry. Previously he would go 4-5 hours easily. I think it's an age thing. I had a big talk to my GP (who is also a Lactation Consultant) about it and she reassured me it was normal. Her adivce is to stop clock watching, follow your instincts and just write off the first 12 months. I hope it gets better for you soon babe. Just wanted to let you know that similar things are happening here.
Well I've got a sleep in promised to me for tomorrow and Sun. DH is taking both the boys and I can't wait. Then tomorrow night is ladies night with the Army playgroup gals and sun is M day so I'm excited. I've even expressed do I can have a drink. look out!!!
Springxx
BUN _ I know exactly what's wrong with DS _ He is missing MEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!! What else could it be? :rofl: Seriously though, I haven't much advice, except that I hope things change & soon. It's such a shame because he was doing soooooooo super, I wonder what has changed? Do you think it's because he is in the cot now instead of the bassinette? I can completely understand your frustration and I applaud you on your open honesty about not being thrilled at his newly acquired behaviour. Take heart in the fact that it's surely a 'phase' & you WILL come out the other side.
FREYA _ Is there anything we can help you with honey? I hate hearing you so 'down'.
SPRING _ Look out ladies Spring has sprung. I can't wait to hear about your girlie night out on the town! Watch out, one glass & you're going to be sozzled!!! Happens to me after a long 'no drinking' scheme.
MAKO _ BOL with your appointment. I think I have missed something with your mum, what about the train riding thing? Did she not tell you she was taking Sage somewhere? Sorry if I have missed something important, please fill me in! I hope your little man isn't getting sick again, he sounds like he is fighting something off being so tired & miserable.
LISA _ I'm so excited about Melbourne, I can't believe Alan said yes. I saw that Mary Poppins is coming to Syd & Mel, I tried to get tickets, but couldn't get anything decent, then our travel agent had a special on & it just went from there. It's not til September, but it's something to look forward to. I can't wait to meet up with all you Mel girls!!!! Alan will have to do something manly on his own that day. hehehe
ANGELICDRAGON _ Welcome to our little family, I'm sure you'll find lots of love & support in here.
LEE _ I'm so glad to hear the outcomes of your appointment. Obviously not the depression part, but the fact that you have had the courage to see your GP & that you have found some answers. I know the meds don't sound like fun, but if they help you get out of the place you are in, then that can only be a good thing. Think of it as a short-term adjustment. DH sounds like he's very supportive & literally understanding of your situation & it's something you can both work at and help each other - together. We are all here to cheer you on. :hug:
AFM - Curly seems to be fighting the same sort of cold I have been. I have had headaches & sore throats, but she has a bit of a cough & a yucky nose, so I hope it goes soon. I feel better today, so here's hoping. Jess had a pupil free day today so we had a really great day. Watched Claudia's swimming lesson, then did M Day shopping for Alan's mum, went to a new indoor playcentre which was just brilliant, came home & baked a cake & while we waited for it to cool we took Banjo for a walk. A very relaxing & lovely day, I really enjoyed myself. Tonight we had my school mummy come over & we had pizza's, wine & cake. Brilliant! Now I have to make my backside work overtime to not let it show up on the scales! lol.
Have a fantastic Saturday everybody! xx
Hey guys!
Just had to post today because I'm very excited to have made it to 12 weeks!! I'm still a bit nervous about my scan on Wednesday but my belly has decided to pop out (in a massive way), so it's making me feel a little more at ease. I look about 5 months pg.. it's unreal!
Jayne - Woo Hoo... a trip to Melbs... fantastic!!! I'll definitely make sure I'm available for a catch up!! Exciting. I'm also still keen to catch up with you before I got back to Melbs. Next week is a bit crazy but the week after I'm free on Monday or Tuesday... either of them suit you?
Freya - Hope all is ok.
Bun - I wish I had some advice for you hun.. hang in there. I'm already getting worried about how I'll cope with a newborn again!! I can't wait and we've wanted it for so long now but there's still that little bit of terror involved - iykwim??
Mako - Hugs and good luck for Monday.
Lee - Hugs. It's not going to be easy but I'm glad you've got some medication, it can make a massive difference. My SIL's partner was diagnosed with depression a few months ago.. he was getting really bad and now that he's on meds, he's a completely different guy.. it's incredible. Hope the same happens for you hun. You've taken the first GIANT step and we're all very proud of you!
Sorry.. no time for more personals, we have such a busy weekend and week ahead.. it's crazy trying to catch up with everyone!! One last thing though (and I hope it's ok to say this... I'm thinking of you Michelle and don't want to upset you).. DH took me out to the shops yesterday to get my mother's day present and completely surprised me with a Pandora bracelet. He wanted to get something special this year and something with meaning. It's so beautiful. He's started it off with a little boy charm (obviously to signify Luke) and a heart... from him. I'm so touched, he doesn't do things like this very often. I hope saying this doesn't upset you Michelle.. I wish Greg was still here to do lovely things for you and the kids and I'm thinking of you constantly.
Kel xxx
Kel - that is a lovely thing your DH has done :hug: Please don't worry about me when you share the good stuff. I know Greg is not here to do those things for me now but he used to and it is lovely to see others getting spoilt so beautifully too. You deserve to enjoy the special moments with the love of your life. Life itself is too short. Make the most of every moment :hug:
On that note, tomorrow will be tough but at the moment it will be no tougher than any other day. I had acupuncture last night which helped immensely (although with minimal sleep from the disrupted toddler the effects have decreased today :doh:) and I have a crystal healing session and another acupuncture appointment arranged for next week. And a chiropractor appointment too :o A bit busy but I need to take care of my physical and emotional self to be able to keep on going with the little ones. I have a very short temper at the moment and with DS pushing the boundaries (and his sister!!!) I am not being as calm with him as I have previously or as I should be. I feel bad for that. As a gentle parenting advocate, DS has had a few bottom smacks over the past few days and I am disappointed to have started on that path. It needs correction now. It is not the way we chose to parent and without Greg I need to follow our path we set out on.
Feeling like a viral illness is about to catch up with me so I will be back later.
Lee - so proud of you taking that first step :hug:
Michelle - don't feel bad about a few little smacks - your little ones are pushing, and you are feeling it even more without Greg's support and involvement in those everyday challenges. It took me ages to realise and accept that I was 'allowed' to do things differently with the children after Chris died - some things were impossible to keep up with after he died, so I had to do things differently than we had planned, or that suited my new 'single' life. After he died I really had to work hard at getting my 2 (aged 2 and 4) into a better bed routine, I just couldn't do the hard miles at night, I needed rest, and I especially needed time for me, time to grieve, time to talk to friends - nighttime was my time, not the children's. I don't want to tell you what to do, but I do think now is a good time for you to get your little people in a good bedtime routine, keep it strict, as you are going to need this when George arrives (easier said than done I know) but it's as much for your sanity than anyone elses, and it may involve some tears, but probably not many in the scheme of things. Have you got a friend that can help you out with this?
I'm "okay", trying not to think too much right now............. the meds have zonked me out, don't like that, but will perservere....
Lee xoxoxoxoxoxo
MICHELLE _ I'm so glad to hear that you are taking care of yourself. My health nurse once told me in order to care for a family, you need to take care of yourself. Happy Mummy=Happy Children. I know that you're far from 'happy' right now, but I'm so glad to hear you taking some positive steps in order to help yourself. The chiro did wonders for me when I was pregnant, I swear it was magical, I really hope he can relieve that pelvis pain for you as well. As for the kids, it sounds like a two-way street, ALL of you are hurting, therefore ALL your tempers are shortenend & the kids are acting out in a way to test boundaries & see how far they can go. While I completely respect that you & Greg chose a gentle parenting path, he would not be happy to know they are both turning into devils & he would want that sorted out pronto! I remember when I was in Sydney & Oscar was starting to get tired & act up a little bit, you said 'you chose the wrong parents if you think that behaviour will get you anywhere' (I can't even remember what he was actually doing, but I remember your words over it all), & Greg agreed with you - whole heartedly. I think that Greg will applaud you on the way you have conducted yourself and the children in the past month and would be incredibly proud knowing what a fantastic mother you are/have been to the kids. Don't be so hard on yourself chick, you're fantastic!
KELLY _ Tuesday is better for me as I'm working Monday, but Claudia has Kindergym on Tuesday mornings, we are home about 11:45am if you wanted to do lunch??? Just send me a text. Loving Ryann's style with the impromtu shopping & the Pandora! What a brilliant day you have had! What a really lovely thing to do! I have decided I'd love a Pandora to commemorate paying off our mortgage & starting it off with a house charm.
LEE _ Hoping your less zonked very soon!
AFM _ Feeling very under the weather today, not sure if it's because I'm brewing a cold or the pizza & booze I consumed last night......... off to breakfast with my friend tomorrow morning, the zoo with Alan's mother during the day & dinner at my sisters for my Mum tomorrow night so I sure hope I'm better tomorrow.
Love Jayne
Lee hoepfully the zonked feeling will go fast. I know when I started on the zoloft I wasn't up to driving for about 3 weeks, just felt like my head wasn't in quite the right place for the concentration needed.
Michelle you have all gone through a major change and parenting by yourself is a lot different to parenting with both of you. Cut yourself some slack and don't worry about having to start to do things differently. You are doing the best you can and just hold on to that.
Just a quick post to say I hope you all had a good Mother's day. I always hold special thoughts for other mums of Angels. You are all so special.
((((HUGS))))
Jude
Happy Mothers Day to all my beautiful friends in here. You've been with me in thought all day. Michelle - you've been in my prayers and energy all day. :comfort:
My four youngest ones were so excited to give me pastries in bed and DS9 made his first pot of tea for me! I have felt so sad and shed a few tears missing terribly my eldest DD. No phone call of course... :cry:
Thankfully a heavy head cold let the others believe it was that that was making me not my usual self.
I hope you all had a lovely day. :hug:
Happy Mother's day for yesterday.
Inanna and Michelle massive hugs for both of you.
Willow HAPPY BIRTHDAY for yesterday. I hope you had a lovely day :)
I hope everyone is doing well.
My day was just like any other I guess. DS woke up at 6 and started calling out for me to go get him up and as soon as I did he asked for his drink and weetbix and to watch the Wiggles lol. So then the rest of the day was just like any other which consisted of grocery shopping,washing and house work all while the other half was away for a boys weekend in Mudgee.
I'm off to see my Ob later today. I am so nervous about this appointment. I wish I could fast forward to later tonight so I know where we are headed.
Hi all, I hope you all had a lovely mothers day and happy birthday to Willow!
Michelle - don't be so hard on yourself sweetie, you are a wonderful mother and sometimes we have to do things we don't like because the kids just push the boundaries too far. You are doing a fantastic job on your own, and like Lee said, it is important to make some time to yourself and create a routine which will enable that. You know that you have our full support, and we all KNOW that you are doing an amazing job.
mako - I hope your DH is going to make up for being away for mothers day by spoiling you next weekend! You deserve it hun. Good luck at the OB this arvo, I can't wait to hear what she has to say. Oh, and I meant to say before, good on you for standing up to your mum about what she does with DS. I have similar issues with my MIL so I know how frustrating it is.
Spring - thanks for your reassuring words re DS. I know it is a pain for you, but I am glad to hear that I am not the only one struggling with constant feeds! It seems that all the bubs in my baby buddy thread are fantastic sleepers, and it is starting to get me down - why are my babies such bad sleepers?! DD is still a bad sleeper so I guess I had thought that DS would be my 'easy' child, and he started out that way. i think the advice you mentioned is great - I should just go with it and accept that the first 12 months is going to be like this and there is nothing I can do about it. I think I have been fighting against it and trying to do all the things I would normally do when really I should accept that I still have a newborn and it is difficult for the first 12 months. I know things will get easier with time. Are you considering starting solids early with B since he is such a little guzzler? He is such a gorgeous little boy, I love your FB pics.
Jayne - well, I guess I need to sent Josh back over to you then! He was such a lovely placid baby and still is sometimes, but he is just so unsettled at the moment and sometimes I just don't know what to do with him. I am sure it will get better. I hope you are feeling better now.
kelly - you will be fine with two little ones. I was afraid of how I would cope at first too, but you will find it easier than you think. And yay on the belly!!
Gotta go, hi to everyone else.
Oh, and by the way, I have been inspired by those of you here losing weight and have decided to get onto losing the extra 6kgs I have been carrying since having DS so I am now doing pole dancing classes (don't laugh - DH is already giving me heaps!!). So far I am loving it - it's a fantastic workout and concentrates on the core muscles which is just what I need. I am still aching from the last class - and it was last Wednesday!!