Adventures of Miss Poppy Lyster

The contractions have picked up in strength and where Tracey could previously deal with them with massaging the base of her back, that is no longer enough to cover the pain. She’s called the hospital a couple of times and they’ve suggested we hold off a little before going in as she was still reasonably […]

The contractions are getting stronger – I’m actually able to offer a little relief now. To distract herself, Tracey’s been watching Beverly Hills Chihuahua. It wouldn’t have been my choice but she’s enjoying it. Outside it snowed a little during the morning but now it’s coming down more heavily. It’s not settling, but it does […]

During the night, a week post Bump’s due date, Tracey started having contractions so it looks like we’re on the way. She also “had a show” during the night. For those not up with the lingo, that a sign that the moment’s nearing, not something to do with cabaret. At the moment the contractions are […]

Still no signs of the baby wanting to make her way in the world.  Due to my wild weekend, I ended up sick yesterday but am feeling much better today.   I did think that my coughing fits may bring on labour, but no, she is firmly wedged in.  I really didn’t want to go into […]

Just a couple of pictures from Friday. Still no baby, just in case you were wondering. I’m about to collect a curry so maybe that’ll do the trick. Otherwise I’ll have to go to work tomorrow.

Despite the increasing frustration levels evident from friends and family (at least in the UK) there is still NOTHING TO REPORT. She’s very active, giving Tracey a good kicking from time to time, but shows no sign of emerging yet. We’ll upload a photo of Tracey in her best man’s frock later.

Well, Tracey threw herself around the dancefloor this evening – to an Abba tribute act – but with no immediate result. If that wasn’t enough to get Bump going, I’m not sure what it’ll take. Despite multiple threats and some crying wolf, the substitute best man didn’t have to take over. The wedding was lovely […]

So Martin and Jenny’s wedding day has arrived. I write this as we head over to Greenwich and at this point it looks likely Martin will have his Best Man present (for those who don’t know, that’s Tracey). She had some twinges yesterday evening and didn’t sleep well last night but I think we’ll be […]

The BBC report a campaign against “pinkification” of girls. Whilst we are obviously very grateful for those things we’ve been given which are pink, I think we’re both very keen to use a slightly broader palette.

She’s due today… No sign yet though… Think it’ll be next week. (If I’m going to write updates this verbose, I could have stuck to Twitter.)