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Hi loves I’ve posted earlier about having a misscarrige and when to buy I’m 17 weeks now and I’ve made a purchase it must be a positive sign has anyone as early as me purchased anything yet I don’t have my scan till end of month

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cmbxm

I’ve been buying since 12/13 weeks cos I haven’t been able to help myself, what did you end up buying? xx

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Afrohair in reply to cmbxm

Only a little pillow for feeding but it’s a lovely design found it difficult because of my past feel like I don’t want to get my hopes up saw some baby grows but scared to get them lol

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cmbxm in reply to Afrohair

Aww that’s such a big step tho! Keep us updated at your 20 week scan, I’ll be sending prayers/positive vibes (whatever floats your boat) and hope everything is okay and that you can begin to enjoy this pregnancy ❤️

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Afrohair in reply to cmbxm

Thanks so much ❤️

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EmGLA

Hello

I’m pregnant from IVF and although I’ve never experienced a miscarriage I had 3 failed rounds before this one stuck so I understand a bit where you are coming from.

I was a bit superstitious like you I didn’t buy any baby stuff until after my anomaly scan but I was browsing online and researching before. I didn’t even buy maternity clothes until my 12 week scan and I really needed bigger bras haha.

It’s a really personal thing so whenever you feel comfortable that’s when you should start buying.

Best of luck at the scan

Xxx

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Afrohair in reply to EmGLA

I’m sorry you had failed rounds that must have been soo hard for you I can’t imagine how that would feel for you I’ve only started buying maternity now but if I’m honest I didn’t want to spend a fortune so I went to a charity shop and bought big sizes I was like that forcing myself not to but I’ve come to a point I need them especially as I’ve kept it secret till now even my other kids just think I’ve put weight on lol

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Nottsgirl

I bought quite a bit of stuff just to spread the costs from as early as 6 weeks pregnancy. My friend was selling her cot and I got an amazing 2nd hand pram/travel system. I also got a high chair and next to me cot. At 13 weeks I had to have a medical termination as my baby was diagnosed with acrania. This had absolutely nothing to do with the fact that I bought baby items! I know that people are superstitious but I am not. Just buying an item does not mean it will have an effect on what is going to happen to your baby.

I had to go through labour and give birth to my baby. It was a horrible time but I never once thought this is because I bought baby stuff.

I feel really prepared now for when I get pregnant again and try again. I have most of the stuff I need :)

I wish you the best of luck with this pregnancy xxx

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Afrohair in reply to Nottsgirl

Aww like you said I’m very superstitious and bought things last pregnancy and my baby died so you can understand my experience. I don’t think I could go through it I couldn’t keep the stuff like you have done that would take me some guts I would be superstitious about it .And would get rid of it.ive been through terrible labour with my baby at almost 13 weeks I gave birth at home in my bed blood everywhere.i would always think I bought too early but that’s just my mind set right now as my little girl I waited till 20 week so I guess it’s psychological Sorry you had such a hard experience termination or misscarrige is very hard for all women and we all deal with it differently x

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Nottsgirl in reply to Afrohair

Yes definitely and whatever makes you feel comfortable. Pregnancies are so tough but this forum is so good. I have learnt so much and it is great space to be able to ask questions xx

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