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Playing the waiting game (grandchild due)

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Newbiegran Sun 12-Jul-20 09:43:26

I'm a soon to be (and anxious) first time gran. Due date was 11 July - DD had sweep on Thursday and is booked for induction (routinely; midwife said prob wont get that far) on 23. July. She's 200 miles away and I am thinking and wondering about her constantly. She was born 8 days late and I recall my mother really annoying me by ringing up every day asking Have you had it yet? Even though I promised I would call as soon as it happened - so I am very loath to get in touch with DD (we use Whatsapp fairly regularly) as I guess she is waiting too. I find myself constantly checking my phone, worrying if she is OK .. any tips on how to handle this waiting game (especially at a distance?)

Newbiegran Thu 23-Jul-20 20:36:02

I've seen pictures and videos of him - he looks absolutely fine (certainly can cry loud enough lol) but both mum DD and he are on antibiotics as when she went in on Tuesday night they said she had a temperature so possible infection. Oddly they still haven't had results of tests to see what infection -though she feels fine as does he appear to be behaving fine. I don't know how common this is. So they'll be out no sooner than Saturday if infection/antibiotics go well . (Though I recall being in nearly a week with her 31 years ago, as routine)

glammagran Thu 23-Jul-20 19:17:11

After a rather s**t day this is lovely news to hear. I’m so happy for your family. Nothing beats the thrill of a new life. ?

Aquariusb Thu 23-Jul-20 19:05:00

This is the best thread ever. Many congratulations to the new parents and grandparents ???

AGAA4 Thu 23-Jul-20 16:06:05

Wonderful news, Newbie and Ellie! Enjoy your new grandsons. It is such a special time.

Nortsat Thu 23-Jul-20 15:40:55

Congratulations Newbie ... how lovely.

Congratulations Ellie ... how lovely.

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Ninarosa Thu 23-Jul-20 15:27:10

Haven't been so excited since my own Grandma-to-be journey last November, very similar circumstances , so I was with you every update. All the best for everyone.

Newbiegran Thu 23-Jul-20 15:22:20

Congrats @Ellie Anne smile

Jane10 Thu 23-Jul-20 15:08:39

More lovely news! Congratulations Ellie Anne

V3ra Thu 23-Jul-20 12:17:43

More good news!
Congratulations to all ☺️

Greenfinch Thu 23-Jul-20 11:22:27

Very many congratulations.

Ellie Anne Thu 23-Jul-20 11:19:21

He’s here. Baby Arran. 6 lbs 14

Jane10 Thu 23-Jul-20 09:38:28

Good luck Ellie Anne. Hope it's all over soon.

JdotJ Thu 23-Jul-20 09:28:20

Congratulations

Ellie Anne Thu 23-Jul-20 08:37:54

So first thing this morning I’m on gransnet to see if he has arrived! Congratulations gran! Now it’s my turn. My sons partner is having a planned section today. So I’m glued to my phone!

Baloothefitz Thu 23-Jul-20 02:02:31

Congratulations...beautiful name for a lovely boy born in July.

V3ra Thu 23-Jul-20 00:19:21

Lovely news for you all ?

I didn't say earlier as I didn't want to add to your worries, my daughter was induced on a Monday and after starting and stopping labour she finally had a section on the Thursday. That was a long week!
It's exhausting for everyone in the family so I've felt your concern.

I hope your daughter and grandson baby Leo are both able to come home soon ☺️

Bluecat Wed 22-Jul-20 23:56:33

Congratulations! Worth the wait!

grannydubh Wed 22-Jul-20 23:15:34

Congratulations

Juicylucy Wed 22-Jul-20 23:12:22

Wow thank goodness everything is ok, I’ve been checking every hour on the hour. Congratulations and welcome to officially become part of the gang.

B9exchange Wed 22-Jul-20 22:53:19

That's a lovely happy outcome, so thrilled for all of you, welcome to the world Leo!

Moth62 Wed 22-Jul-20 22:47:20

Sleep well tonight. Thank you for letting us all be a part of it. ?

Newbiegran Wed 22-Jul-20 22:28:05

Thanks all! Yes bedtime now. Baby is called Leo for short - mother went in with an infection (which she wasnt aware of) so they both must stay in for couple of days and have antibiotics. Howeverjudging by the video she sent of him crying his eyes out at having to be born he seems in pretty good shape!! So I am not overly worried now

Dorsetcupcake61 Wed 22-Jul-20 22:23:50

Congratulations ???. So pleased for youxxx

Luckygirl Wed 22-Jul-20 22:22:03

9 lb 5oz - wow!!! That is some baby! Congratulations to all!

grannybuy Wed 22-Jul-20 22:19:49

Great news. You'll be on a high at the moment - I remember it well. I hope you sleep. Best wishes to all.