Hi girls,

DS has so kindly given me his latest illness. Supposed to be at work but didn't think people would appreciate me coughing and sneezing all over the place.

Hi Marie, hope you will be joining us on this thread soon. Sorry I can't really answer your questions as I didn't do IVF.

Worrywart, we haven't told kids yet as DD the oldest is only 4 and doesn't really get the concept of keeping a secret. She will say 'I'm not supposed to tell you that ....' so we wanted to wait until we were ready for the whole world to know before she found out. We have talked about being 'pregnant' in front of her but I don't think she knows that word in association with having a baby.

Renee, thinking of you and your granddad. Hope you can find some time to relax your body and mind, and that this helps the cold to go away. Very exciting that your DH felt a kick, it's a really special time when they can share the joy like that.

Lairdoz, hope the financial stress settles for you. I would have to admit that having kids makes you poor! It's a fine line between staying at home, working, child care fees etc etc etc. Then theres all the other stuff like swimming lessons, dancing lessons, Drs visits ... it just goes on. But believe me you do somehow manage your finances (don't ask me how) but you seem to do less travelling (eg I'll just go stay with friends for the weekend no longer happens on a whim). Try not to worry about it as really unless there is something you can do right now it is one of those things that will always be there. Maybe a financial advisor could help you put it all in perspective.

Well am going to have a nap. DS kept me up half the night little ratbag!

Oh and Renee, DH has nicknamed the baby 'Midget' not very pc I know but can you add that to the list next time? ie "It's a Midget' Thanks.