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Longdistancegrnny Mon 10-Jul-17 13:10:55

We arrived in Australia 36 hours ago, and DD1 was booked in to have her twins by C section on Thursday, it was moved to today a couple of days ago, for hospital convenience rather than theirs, ok so far. Then an hour before they were due to set off for hospital it was cancelled and they were told that due to lack of special care beds they would have to wait til Wednesday; however DD was a bit concerned that there was a lot less movement going on, so we all went in to get it checked....this was at 11am, we were expecting to have a quick check and then out to lunch! Thank goodness little DGD (3) was in daycare today, as by 2pm the hospital decided there were concerns, and they would after all do C section today, but if the babies needed any special care they would have to be taken by ambulance to nearest hospital with spare special care costs, an hour away, so poor DD in tears. DH and I drove back to theirs to get their bags etc, then back to hospital with them, DD being monitored by this time. Then we went to pick up DGD , fed her and put her to bed, such a dear little soul was as good as gold. Still no news, then video call from DD to say they are still concerned about one twin, but due to theatres being busy no C section possible tonight - but will keep her in and monitored.....luckily DSiL able to stay with her. So worrying, if they are concerned why don't they just get on with it? Jet lag catching up with us but can't imagine we shall get much sleep tonight. I know there is nothing anyone can do, but just needed to share, please keep your fingers crossed for the little twins.

Aslemma Sat 15-Jul-17 20:13:55

I've only just seen this and would like to add my congratulations on the safe birth of all the babies. It is fantastic news for everyone.

Starlady Fri 14-Jul-17 05:41:20

Congratulations LDG! Glad it all worked out ok!

Same to you, AuntieFlo!

GrannyJan9 Wed 12-Jul-17 11:15:47

Ohhh! How awful for you, so glad it's turned out alright LDG....I had twins myself (also Girl/Boy - obviously a long time ago now)so can empathise with what happened you must have feel so helpless .. I know my Mum/Dad did.
.. flowers

Tallyann1 Wed 12-Jul-17 10:47:21

Lovely news ..congratulations to all?

Maggiemaybe Wed 12-Jul-17 09:14:53

Hi, bootie41. I'm assuming you're new, so welcome to Gransnet. flowers. Apologies if you're not! I'm really sorry to hear about your shingles, it sounds horrific. There will be others out there with experience to give you help and support if you start a thread in the Health forum. Details of how to do that are here: www.gransnet.com/info/getting-started.

There's also a Welcome to New Members thread here:
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All the best to you. smile

bootie41 Wed 12-Jul-17 08:20:01

Sorry I think I have posted on wrong page but all my love and best wishes Long-distance gran on your good nesflowers

bootie41 Wed 12-Jul-17 08:15:05

Just been informed I have shingle.
It is all my left side of face, and neck,and ear is double it's size, been given Aciclovir and strong pain killers,I don't know if it's just me but the pain is unbearable, would anyone have any ideas how to ease the pain. Would be greatful for any tips.sad

Stansgran Wed 12-Jul-17 08:04:56

Lots of lovely happy news.

Maggiemaybe Wed 12-Jul-17 00:11:31

Many congratulaions, Longdistancegranny, Auntieflo and families! Welcome to the world, baby boys and baby girl! smile

Tessa101 Tue 11-Jul-17 23:50:47

Many congratulations 2 bundles of joy double the cuddles flowers

maddy629 Tue 11-Jul-17 17:55:35

What a wonderful outcome, one of each, many congratulations xx

Juggernaut Tue 11-Jul-17 17:38:57

Many Congratulations Longdistancegrnny
So pleased to hear (read) that the twins arrived safe and well!
Get some sleep, you're going to need it!

Leesa Tue 11-Jul-17 14:35:05

Congratulations! ?

Tessa101 Tue 11-Jul-17 14:18:43

Thinking of you all, had similar scenero with DD in oz 6 years ago .flowers

Longdistancegrnny Tue 11-Jul-17 13:37:52

Thanks so much for all the good wishes. We visited this evening and the twins are beautiful, look very different which may make life a little easier. DD very exhausted but luckily DSiL allowed to stay tonight to help her. We all had a little champagne and DGD enjoyed opening the babies presents! DD has lovely and supportive MiL who lives just 20 mins from her. We have 4 more weeks here. Hopefully we will be over the jet lag in a couple of days, we will need all our energy to support them all!

cc Tue 11-Jul-17 13:37:38

So pleased for you...

Penstemmon Tue 11-Jul-17 13:30:28

Great news! Enjoy all your DGCs! wineflowers

FlorenceFlower Tue 11-Jul-17 13:11:50

Marvellous news, congratulations to you all ??

RAZZLEDAZZLE Tue 11-Jul-17 13:10:48

So pleased Longdistancegranny and Auntieflo, sending love and hugs to you all. X

cornergran Tue 11-Jul-17 13:04:40

Congratulations to Auntiflo and longdistance along with the families. Good to hear such wonderful news.

luluaugust Tue 11-Jul-17 12:59:04

So pleased all has gone well, congratulations flowers

Belleringer Tue 11-Jul-17 12:32:10

What lovely news - congratulations to everyone flowers

farview Tue 11-Jul-17 12:22:16

✨??wonderful news..so very happy for you!?✨☺

barb666 Tue 11-Jul-17 11:22:52

Wonderful news, how lovely a sweet little boy and girl. Your grand-daughter is so lucky to have a new brother and sister. My love and best wishes to you all. Thank you so much for sharing x

Swanny Tue 11-Jul-17 11:17:08

Congratulations to you all, such an exciting outcome after all the earlier worry and stress flowers