Stubborn babies seem to be the theme at the moment. Sylvie's baby was in breech position. Now, just found out that our bubba No2 is lying in transverse presentation. This is basically reclining on his back, feet in the air, not a care in the world. Problem is, if he stays like that, the only way he is coming out is via C-section, which we want to avoid.
So my Mum advised using moxibustion. Having never seen or tried this ancient Chinese remedy before, I tentatively approached my local Chinese herbalist.
We tried them last night. You hold one cigar like stick close to the little toe nail and let the heat warm for 20 minutes. The effect is supposedly meant to make the baby turn into the correct position. It needs to be done every day up to ten days. After one night, no change, so we'll carry on. There doesn't appear to be any harm done by the treatment, apart from a strong whiff of dense smokiness in the air.
It is Aimee's last week at nursery before we leave Hackney. She seems in good spirits although a bit chesty with her cough. I couldn;t resist another Hello Kitty purchase yesterday - this time, a fetching winter hat and gloves. Photos soon.
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