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Wargod

Monday, May 27, 2002 - 11:05 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
When I went into labor with my son, my first thought was that I had had cramps that were worse, so I couldn't possibly be in labor. That went on for about 8 hours, and didn't really get worse til I had to have potossin(sp?), then it got worse. My daughter on the other hand, I had major back pain, then got hit with contractions that were bad! I knew though going in that I'm not big on pain, so would have no problem with an epidural if pain got bad. Had one with both kids, though went several hours before getting it. I think that contractions are different with every person and that it really depends on how much pain you can handle.

I spent the last week of my pregnancy with my daughter redecorating my sons bedroom, LOL. I was very nervous. I was nervous also with my son, but I was on forced couch rest for last three weeks, since my feet had swollen so badly. It's normal, I think, that you go through a big range of emotions at the end. You're life is about to change in a big way, and there is excitment, nervousness, and even a bit of fear. Good luck, Danzdol. You're sounding very normal to me. Oh, and speaking of husbands....with my son, mine sat in the chair next to me shaking so bad that the chair was moving.

Danzdol

Tuesday, May 28, 2002 - 02:16 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
thanks for all of the encouraging words. I went to the doc today and they gave me June 3rd (next Tuesday) as a precaution inducing date. My official day is this Saturday so if by next week he is not here I will go in to get induced.

My first reaction has been to feel down because I want it to happen the "spontaenous" way BUT I figure I still have 1 week to have it happen that way and if it does not then I have to focus on finally meeting Dylan no later then next Tuesday which is very exciting!

The doc says I am "finger tip long" and that my cervix is lower and softer then last week so keep your fingers crossed!!!!!!!In the mean time Dylan keeps moving and kicking me having fun in there while we are all so anxious out here :)

How is everyone else doing?
How did room come out ENB?

I took pics of Dylan's...i'll show it to you all when I expose them.

Dahli

Tuesday, May 28, 2002 - 02:29 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Danzdol - you are so normal! To panic is typical at this point, and I remember it well, questioning the universe and everything else regarding the idea of this process - whose cruel design was this anyways... that kinda thinking - plus how totally incompetent all of a sudden I considered myself.

The other issue, the labour question, too funny, everybody kept saying 'oh you'll know you'll know... you'll know when it's labor" Well one night about a week before my due date, I kept waking up with what felt like terrible stomach pains, or such awful nausea that I thought I was going to completely toss everything I'd eaten for days.... then it would pass. Back to bed, a while later there it was again, terrible gassy pain or nausea ... but then it stopped this went on for an hour or two and then I realized 'hey could this be labour!?" I woke up my husband and off we went
Turned out it was and she was born six hours later, but I DID NOT KNOW!! LOL!

Bookworm

Tuesday, May 28, 2002 - 04:16 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Danzdol, my doctors had a precautionary induction date for me too. It was set for a Monday, I went into labor early Sunday morning. I think it is not uncommon for this to happen. It's like you know the baby will be here within a week and so your body relaxes and nature takes its course. Best of luck to you in case we don't hear from you again before the big event.

Jewels

Wednesday, May 29, 2002 - 07:26 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I went into labor the day before I had a dr. appt., but I didn't know it was labor. It was nothing like everyone had described. Like Dahli, I just felt ill and had cramp like pain that was more constant than everyone once in a while. It went on most of the night, I kept thinking they were contractions and I was trying to time them, but could never find a start and end time. I went to my dr. appt. the next morning and he sent me over to the hospital, broke my water and 14 hours later I had a baby.

You will do great, Danzdol...I'll be thinking of you and Dylan!

Enbwife

Wednesday, May 29, 2002 - 08:42 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I'm so excited for you Danzdol... any day now... wow! We saw the epidural movie at pre-natal class the other day. It really scared me alot. Now I'm rethinking the whole thing!

The room turned out awesome. It took 6 days of 4-6 hours each day but we're done! It's like a fantasy room. Probably overboard, but hey, I had a blast doing it. I love going in there and looking at the walls. I got a lazy boy recliner rocker for the room too. It's great!

I pulled a muscle in my shoulder last weekend and have been in excruciating pain all week. I'm home sick from work because I can't lift my arm! I'm living on tylenol, heating pads and exercises from physio... It's scarey to think that the baby may feel my stress, so I'm going to the Dr. tomorrow to make sure all is well there. Hopefully my shoulder heals soon and I can get better sleep. The baby is moving lots now and my stomach does rolls, which is so cool to watch!
Not long now... :)

Julieboo

Thursday, May 30, 2002 - 08:24 am EditMoveDeleteIP
ENB
Feel better soon! Can you post some pix for us? The room sounds so cool.

Danzdol

Thursday, May 30, 2002 - 09:33 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Thanks everyone you have all been so great! I love reading all the stories. That is why I was panicking because everyone's stories are so different. I feel calmer now trying to find things to make myself busy so that I don't think too much about the "when will it happen" part.

I am still here nothing yet though .

ENB don't worry my hubby and I probably went overboard with the room too and we walk in there and just stare at everything in disbelief. Neither one of us had such a pretty room. I looked at the Lazy Boy chairs too but they were too pricey, we went with a chair from Pier 1 Imports instead. Big, wide with a nice cushion on it.

Julieboo

Thursday, May 30, 2002 - 11:33 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Danz
I was due may 28th. When I went for my appt that day the doc said I was dialted "a dimple". SO it looked like I wasn't gonna deliver for a while. Well, my son was born May 29th.... (three years ago, not yesterday) So ya just never know!

Do you have any baby room pictures you can post?

Urgrace

Thursday, May 30, 2002 - 01:50 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
My neice was dialated 1 cm a week ago Tuesday. Baby is still not here.... DIL was dialated 6 cm three days before the baby showed up.

If you have a really busy day aided by super energy you might have the baby the next day. I think that is what they call nesting.

Abbynormal

Thursday, May 30, 2002 - 02:10 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I know this may be the last thing on your mind, but have sex. It'll get ya going. (into labor) lol

Moondance

Thursday, May 30, 2002 - 02:12 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
OMH (Oh my Heck) ... I was just about to suggest that!

Enbwife

Thursday, May 30, 2002 - 02:58 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Saw my Dr. today and she was concerned about the arm/shoulder pain and sent me to the hospital for bloodwork and an ECG to check my heart. All came back okay and baby is fine in there. She said he/she is oblivious to my agony, thank God! So I just have to continue with physio and deal with the pain however I can. It really sucks!!!

I'll post pics of the room and me soon. My baby showers are this Sunday and next Thursday so I'm sure I'll have lots to add to the room after those have taken place. I'll take pics then.

I've heard sex works well for labour. Have fun. :)

Moondance

Thursday, May 30, 2002 - 03:00 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Feel better EW!:) and have fun at your parties!

Jewels

Friday, May 31, 2002 - 07:43 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I hope you feel better soon Enbwife...and have a good time at your showers!

Julieboo

Tuesday, June 04, 2002 - 08:44 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Hi Danzdol

Are you still pregnant?

Enbwife

Tuesday, June 04, 2002 - 01:08 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Yeah Danz… what’s the scoop? I guess if we don’t hear anything in here for a few days, it means she’s in the hospital. :)

My shower on Sunday was so much fun. We played games, ate tons of good food, and I was spoilt with lots of great gifts. It was really great! My arm is 100% better than last week. It’s responding well to physio and I actually have moments when I forget about it which is a miracle from last week! Thanks for all your kind words.

My sister is due 1 week before me but was told on Friday that she may have the baby within the next 10 days due to a cervix condition… She was given 2 injections to mature the baby’s lungs. Baby weighs 4 1bs already and will be fine if born this early, but will need to stay in the hospital for a couple of weeks. So I’m on standby to go to the delivery room. She wants me there with her and her husband to videotape… scarey but exciting too!!!

My other friend, due June 27, is going to be induced next week because she has big babies and this one is already 7 ½ 1bs. Which means I’ll soon be the only one left out of my group. Knowing me, I’ll be 2 weeks late and dying of heat in mid-August. :)

Julieboo

Tuesday, June 04, 2002 - 01:14 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
What week are you in ENB? isn't a baby shower so much more fun than a wedding shower? (BTW what are your names?)

Twiggyish

Tuesday, June 04, 2002 - 05:07 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
awww my thoughts are with your sister Lisa. I know she must be worried.

Whit4you

Tuesday, June 04, 2002 - 07:47 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
My suggestion to new parents...put a shrink on retainer. LOL :)

Enbwife

Wednesday, June 05, 2002 - 01:11 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
This is the 31st week. The baby shower was way more fun than the bridal shower. My work shower is tomorrow at noon so that'll be fun too. We don't really have names that we've agreed on yet. Lots on the list but none that we're both happy with. It's a long process!!! Things are really coming together now and only 3 1/2 weeks left at work before I go on leave (woo hoo)!

Grooch

Wednesday, June 05, 2002 - 01:17 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Lisa, If Neil hasn't been able to pick a digital camera by now, I am really worried about him finding a name he likes. ;)

Jewels

Wednesday, June 05, 2002 - 01:17 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Week 31...I am envious! I am only at 13! Glad you are feeling better.

Good idea on leaving work early, Enbwife, I did the same thing. I went to part time for a couple weeks and then quit about 2 weeks before my due date. I wanted time to relax and finish up things around the house, go to the dentist and things like that. I was nervous anyway and didn't needed added stress of work on top of it. I am really glad I did it that way.

I wonder how Danzdol is doing... Hopefully Dylan has made his appearance and all is well!

Julieboo

Wednesday, June 05, 2002 - 01:36 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Jewels-my sister in law is 13 weeks too. What is your due date?

Jewels

Wednesday, June 05, 2002 - 01:46 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
December 11th...