Category Archives: pregnancy

Too tired!

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Ruth

I have come to the conclusion that I’m just too exhausted at the moment – too exhausted to sew, to knit much and even to blog! My pre-labour has continued for the last week and I’m giving up trying to … Continue reading →

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Sewing and contractions don’t mix

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Ruth

It seems my body is following the path it took for Elena’s labour and delivery – endless false labour before the real thing kicks off. And so I have been dealing with irregular contractions since yesterday afternoon. It’s tantalising. I’d … Continue reading →

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Baby preparations

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Ruth

Well, I now consider baby preparations almost complete! Alex went through our storage unit and dug out our box of newborn clothes which have now been washed. A row of tiny clothes drying in the sun – what could be … Continue reading →

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Baby brain

Posted on November 23, 2012 by Ruth

I know there are countless studies which prove baby brain doesn’t exist but I beg to differ. I tender my last entry as Exhibit One. Notice anything sad about my rabbit? It has no limbs! I have no idea about … Continue reading →

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Corned beef

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Ruth

One of the distinct annoyances of pregnancy is the complete ban on the consumption of cured meats (in Australia, anyway). Sigh. How I miss ham and salami! If I end up in the post-natal ward after the birth of this … Continue reading →

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