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  1. Posted

    Hello all,

    I've seen a number of Sheffield written/based books mentioned on here and so I'm adding another.

    It's my Mum's book, she's a multiple published author, used to write the Red Dwarf mags years back and a lot of other stuff besides, that's just my favourite.

    Anyway, she's writing a fair amount of young adult fiction and this is her most recent release which is loosely based in Sheffield from Roman times, through modern day and into the future. When I say loosely based, if you know the city, you'd recognise plenty of the locations but it would translate to any city.

    Best suited to ages 12-16 ish depending on the capability of the reader.

    Here's a link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Girl-Time-Ann-Wright-ebook/dp/B01BX1G7UQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475662956&sr=8-1&keywords=a+girl+in+time

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    This thread could have been me word for word 7 years ago.

    Both my twins were breech, one a footling (the first) and the second standard breech but she could have moved later maybe.

    I was terrified.

    I opted for a spinal which worked fine, they did a great job of putting it in and it was highly effective. The section itself went fine. Second twin vanished further up and got brought out by forceps in the section, slightly unusual I gather but no detriment to any of us.

    My only issue that first night was when I was moved onto the ward. Having had major abdominal surgery I was then left, unable to reach my babies and unable to sit or lift them anyway. I was really upset about it and would strongly advise you are certain the buzzer is in reach and your babies are too before you are left.

    We were moved to a private room in the morning as a multiple birth, then stayed there 5 days.

    My section scar felt tight, that's totally normal but do keep an eye on it for infection. It was recommended to use tea tree products to reduce the chance of infection, I certainly had no problems and didn't bleed much either.

    The recovery after that was fine. I'd suggest you take it easy, don't rush, don't push yourself, there's just no need.

    Don't rush to leave hospital if you don't want to, 5 days is fairly normal, some have more some less, do what is right for you.

    Because we had a private room my partner was able to stay, we took a folding z bed and therefore he slept in the room with us which was great.

    Whoever takes you home could bring in a cushion or pillow to cushion the wound site from the seat belt on the way home

    Loose knickers and maternity clothing might be a good idea after the birth, can't predict what will happen as every womans body is different.

     

    Despite my abject fear it went ok. I wouldn't opt for a section again, because I hated the recovery and the change in my independence so my next baby due in 14 weeks is hopefully arriving by hypnobirthing. Having said that, he could be breech too and maybe I'll have to have another section, but, I wouldn't be half so afraid now.

    The staff at Jessops vary in their bedside manner but their medical care skills never concerned me.

    I sincerely hope you have the best birth you possibly can and that your babies are lovely and content. My girls were 7 at the weekend and they're all hale and healthy, big and tall, bright and completely bonkers :)

  8. Posted

    High Hopes Drama Club reopens after the summer break on Wednesday 12th September at 5.45 pm at Stomp hall on the Paces Campus, Packhorse Lane, High Green (right by Hullabaloos).

     

    £2.50 per child for 2 whole hours of drama tuition for kids aged 5-16.

    Builds confidence, self esteem, drama skills, communication skills as well as fabulous social fun.

  12. Posted

    Well, I rang Deano, who tells me they are 3 months olds, socialised and toilet trained and have come to the end of their lab useful 'life'. His shop have offered help after a lady called Carole told him about it.

    Given the details he gave me and a few minutes internet sleuthing, there is a testing facility close to his shop and which does do that sort of testing so it seems legit.

    I'm inclined to leave the number up for now as I think, by route, that this is likely to be genuine.

    However, apparently this particular facility does this with some regularity, so maybe the Beagle place need to know about it for future reference.

  16. Posted

    From a friend's status this morning ...... I have just been to my local pet shop and she's asked me to spread the news, there are 13 beagle puppies looking for a home, there was 25 fortunately 12 are now spoken for, these puppies are FREE to good homes they are from a animal testing centre (testing vacines on them) the testing centre is closing and if they are not found homes in "2" days they will be put to sleep!!!! if you are interested or know anyone that would like one PLEASE contact Deano at J.G.Bestwick 0n 01332 343156...if we save one more its a life. thanks

  17. Posted · Edited by Zebra

    Hello all, I'm sorry to say that after six years Jellytots finally will have to close on 17th August 2012. I feel I can speak for all the ladies who currently deliver the group and on my own behalf, that we are glad to have been able to have the group for so long, however, sadly, we are no longer able to gain the levels of funding we need.

    I've been especially grateful for all the friendships and opportunities that I've had through running the group. I've met some of the most amazing people and learned so much because of Jellytots and even through hard times I don't have any regret for the work undertaken. I know the ladies who have been running the group since I returned to full time work have really made it their baby and put a collosal amount of energy and effort into keeping it running, so other parents could share everything we had in the first years - for that ladies, I am so grateful and I'm sure there are endless other parents who have had new friends and opportunities because of you.

    Thanks to ALL of you who have joined us over the years, all those who have donated, participated and made the group a group.

    If you know of any groups who may benefit from some of our equipment we will be donating it all to other similar groups across the city, please send me a message and a contact number or email so I can make arrangements once we've had a good sort out.

    So long and thanks for all the fish! (Hitchhikers Guide To The Galaxy)

  23. Posted

    Hi Strix,

    I agree with S.E. completely ignore the behaviour and walk away so there isn't even the option of eye contact (so long as she's safe) and just do something else and be distracted. It's always good IMO to give a hug after an incident of any description, once it's sorted.

    The twingles had the occasional hiccup and still try the occasional flouncing which usually gets zero response and therefore achieves nothing :)

     

    Hope all is well at yours :)

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