When I found out I was pregnant I could not wait to learn all I could about my growing baby’s development. I downloaded apps and pored over websites, bought books and read so many posts on mum forums. I was surprised to find that mums seemed to be speaking in code.
Gaby spoke about DS1 and DD. Sophie sought advice on her LO’s struggles with BF. Laura and her DH were about to reveal her DD2’s gender to her PIL with a Pinterest-worthy reveal-cake. There was also mention of the EDD and AIBU. Confused? So was I! Here is a guide to your new mum-code:
AIBU – am I being unreasonable
BF - breastfeeding
BLW – baby-led weaning
CS – caesarean section
DC – dear child/children
DD – dear daughter
DD2 – second-born daughter
DF – dear fiancé / fiancée
DH – dear husband
DP – dear partner
DS – dear son
DS1 – first-born son
EBF – exclusively breastfed
EDD – estimated due date
FF – formula feeding
FIL – father in law
FTM – first time mum
LO – little one
MIL – mother in law
ML – maternity leave
OP – original poster
PG - pregnant
PIL – parents in law
SAHM – stay at home mum
SO – significant other