Update: I finally started to feel the contractions and then they got increasingly uncomfortable to where I asked for the epi. So I just got it and I'm feeling much better and nurse says I'm 5cm and fully effaced.
So, I don't understand how a woman can be dilated to 4cm, totally effaced, head low (my OB loudly proclaimed that she has quite a bit of hair), but NOT be in active labor. And yet, that's where I am. Ugh! Come on, already!
Had the membrane sweep, so hopefully that really kicks things into gear. Another appt on Friday, but OB swears I won't make it til then. From his lips to God's ears...
Post by dancerspose on Feb 13, 2017 17:50:51 GMT -5
Sorry for not tagging, but I've been following along and passing out LTs. I'm finding my days full of nothing but newborn are going by wet quickly and I have to little motivation to do anything but soak up baby snuggles. And we seem to have sn incredibly fussy baby lately so putting her down to be productive is pretty much a pipe dream. I am keeping up with all you ladies though.
DH forgot that tomorrow is Valentine's Day. I guess I shouldn't be expecting any gifts...
Who the heck do you work with cosmicav? That's such an odd question to ask a coworker!
Isn't it weirdly invasive?? Who says stuff like that??
I'm in a small town currently and even though I am not a native here, i think some them have no boundaries because they grew up with everyone in everyone's business? Idk but that is my theory lol
I'm to the point where when people ask me how I feel I tell them I'm tired and really grumpy. 9/10 they get the hint and stop asking questions. Then of course there's that speshul snowflake that makes an even more asinine comment afterwards.
If you visit late afternoon / early evening please realize kids need to eat and bathe so if you're not picking up a kid and doing one of these things you're in the fucking way.
Who the heck do you work with cosmicav? That's such an odd question to ask a coworker!
Isn't it weirdly invasive?? Who says stuff like that??
I'm in a small town currently and even though I am not a native here, i think some them have no boundaries because they grew up with everyone in everyone's business? Idk but that is my theory lol
I really don't get the lack of boundaries toward pregnant ladies. Like would she go up to a not pregnant coworker and be like, "Hey, how's your vagina feeling today?" No, then she should stfu.
Same when we were having TTTC DD2 people were like "why haven't you guys had a sibling for K yet? Don't want to wait too long!" Eventually my answer was "well we fuck like rabbits but it's just not happening I guess".
Post by oldbaylover1024 on Feb 13, 2017 19:37:29 GMT -5
Sorry I didn't tag, but I'm love titting all over.
Early days with a newborn are so hard. I hope things get easier as the days go!
And to all you pregnant ladies, it'll be over soon. In a little while you'll be holding your sweet babes.
AFM I'm in survival mode. I'm being discharged tomorrow and C is staying here. It's all hitting me now of course... When MH is home getting J settled and I'm alone at the hospital, AND they're doing shift change in the NICU so I can't go see C.
I have a feeling tomorrow is going to be one of the hardest days, well, ever.
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oldbaylover1024 - big hugs!! Not sure how your hospital works but when we were borderline with twins not getting released same as me I asked my options to avoid going home w/o them. If there are rooms my hospital would let me room in and stay as long as the babies tethers ro allow it to be easier.
Post by monicageller on Feb 13, 2017 22:13:31 GMT -5
Hey all!!
Ry.an Will.iam was born today 2/13/17 at 6:29pm. He is 6'14" and 20 inches. Everything went really well, epidurals are the bomb.com. I'll update with the full story tomorrow.
This baby is a level 10 eater and a level 11 pooper. I've changed so many diapers today!!! I've also been peed on three times. I should have gotten a clue when he fountain peed on the warming table 1 minute after delivery.
oldbaylover1024 - I'm so sorry you're going through this. Being discharged without N was gut wrenching for me. 😔 does your NICU have a policy where you can visit / call 24/7 if you wanted? I literally called numerous times throughout the day/night to check in when I couldn't be there. He'll be home soon, I promise!
Well, I'm in L&D again, contracting pretty well and 5 cm dilated. They must be intent on keeping me because I've got my gbs antibiotics going. We may have a little Valentine's Day baby!
Post by loves2shop4shoes on Feb 14, 2017 3:01:12 GMT -5
Hi ladies!
Please don't feel like I've abandoned you. We're home from the hospital now. It's our first night home. I've been LTing where I can and following most of the threads.
Ellie Belly is doing pretty well. I'm up because I'm terrified to have her be unwatched. DH is sleeping and I want him to get his rest. I just can't go to bed. I'm terrified that she'll roll over or something. I love her and I want to make sure she'll be ok.
We set up a pack n play in our bedroom. I'm just really not ready to both sleep at the same time. I know it's not sustainable. It's been almost a week since I've gotten more than two hours of sleep. I'm just scared.
I'm in her nursery, in the dark, watching her sleep by nightlight and testing that her camera works properly.
loves2shop4shoes - Having terrible anxiety, I definitely understand where you are coming from with not sleeping. I actually set my alarm for every hour/hour and a half to check on N.
Doing well and up to 6 cm, after some very gruelling contractions. But I have my epi and am a very happy lady right now. Going to try to sleep a bit.
loves2shop4shoes, that sounds pretty normal to me. I don't remember sleeping much at all that first week, mostly from worrying. But if it gets overwhelming, call your dr and let them know so they can help. PP anxiety is no joke. Hugs, momma.
loves2shop4shoes I think it's normal to a degree, but it shouldn't be debilitating. If she is on her back, on a firm safe sleeping surface you should take advantage and get some sleep yourself. If the anxiety gets worse I would definitely call your doctor. You won't be able to take care of her if you can't take care of yourself. And sleep is definitely taking care of yourself.
Post by sweetieheart32 on Feb 14, 2017 4:04:25 GMT -5
Good luck ls2012! Sounds like you are well on your way to holding your sweet Valentine baby!! It won't be long now. 💖 oldbaylover1024 sorry you are still having such a hard time. We are all here wishing for the best for you and your whole family now. Prayers you can all squeeze in some much needed rest and healing soon! 💖
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