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Post by mrsp84 on Jan 25, 2018 12:42:05 GMT -6
stephne, I gave a LT for commiserating. I am 38+3 today and at my last appt last week, I was barely 1cm dilated. Next appt isn’t until Saturday, but I am not expecting any huge progress because I have had zero contractions. And, I am also having a hard time concentrating at work. I’m just ready to be done. Hang in there; we’re almost done!
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Post by bassa on Jan 25, 2018 12:49:28 GMT -6
I forgot how terrible contractions feel while you are in it but as soon as it’s over it’s minutes of complete normalness. Like being possessed by pain for one minute and normal for a duration and back again. Speed up contractions! Do you thing so I can go back to the hospital and get my epidural! Ha - yes. The morning I was in early labor but still in denial, after each contraction I’d think “Eh, I feel totally fine right now, it’s probably not labor.” And then “owwwwwwwww”. And then “nah, probably not labor.” 😂
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Post by sunfrogger on Jan 25, 2018 13:08:59 GMT -6
Still not productive today 😩😩😩
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stephne
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Post by stephne on Jan 25, 2018 13:10:35 GMT -6
I just thought with all the contractions I have been having I would have a little progress. I know that can change quickly and even if I was dilated could stay that way without much progress. Gah, it also doesn't help that everybody keeps saying I can't believe your still at work etc. Someday we will not be pregnant right?! Hopefully it's just sooner rather than later!!
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Post by tiffrobot on Jan 25, 2018 13:24:46 GMT -6
I hope these babies that are feeling ready to come out are on their way soon!!
We just made our first post-baby city trip. I took N to her 2 week checkup and H took the other two grocery shopping. All went well and the checkup was good and my dr was happy with everything with her growth and my recovery.
I have to share this today or I’ll forget by next Wednesday. My baby is an emoji. poof 😜
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Post by pippiann on Jan 25, 2018 13:29:03 GMT -6
rebeccabunch hugs, LO you need to come out now or give your mama a break!
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Post by pippiann on Jan 25, 2018 13:30:22 GMT -6
I passed!!!! Ahh I seriously didn’t know if I was going to make it (by the end of jan)!!
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Post by sunfrogger on Jan 25, 2018 13:41:26 GMT -6
I passed!!!! Ahh I seriously didn’t know if I was going to make it (by the end of jan)!! Congratulations!!!!
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Post by mrsp84 on Jan 25, 2018 13:44:14 GMT -6
stephne, I get so many comments daily which also makes coming to work so difficult. You’re still here? I thought you’d be gone by now. And I get asked a zillion times a day how I’m feeling. Finally, yesterday, I snapped at my mom and told her I was feeling fanfuckingtastic and like I could run a marathon because I know I sound like a broken record when I always respond with: tired, uncomfortable, huge. She didn’t like my smartass reply. I felt bad and apologized, but she abruptly ended the call and I haven’t talked to her since. It just drives me nuts because she asks the same question everyday. So I wanted to be different yesterday 🤷🏼♀️
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Post by stephne on Jan 25, 2018 13:50:07 GMT -6
stephne, I get so many comments daily which also makes coming to work so difficult. You’re still here? I thought you’d be gone by now. And I get asked a zillion times a day how I’m feeling. Finally, yesterday, I snapped at my mom and told her I was feeling fanfuckingtastic and like I could run a marathon because I know I sound like a broken record when I always respond with: tired, uncomfortable, huge. She didn’t like my smartass reply. I felt bad and apologized, but she abruptly ended the call and I haven’t talked to her since. It just drives me nuts because she asks the same question everyday. So I wanted to be different yesterday 🤷🏼♀️ I have a coworker that eats so many crackers for me....every morning she says in her annoying voice, little mama!!! What are you doing here?!?! Finally I said, I work here, what do you think I'm doing here?!
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Post by amesie on Jan 25, 2018 13:54:18 GMT -6
Ugh. My hall walking didn’t do enough. My Ob stripped my membranes and told me to go home and try and relax a bit. She thinks I’ll be back within 12 hours. I’m trying not to be too defeated but it’s not easy! My contractions have picked up in frequency and intensity but this is frustrating! I haven’t slept in days and it’s not like I can sleep through these. I need some of that fast labor juju that’s been heavily present on the board. ugh damn I’m so sorry 😩 I totally feel your pain. I really hope your body kicks into gear and you can get that baby out!
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Post by amesie on Jan 25, 2018 13:55:25 GMT -6
I cannot wait to go home!! We should be able to get out of here by 5:00. I miss DD1 so much and can’t wait to have my whole little family together. Sorry for the sappiness 😍
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Post by sunfrogger on Jan 25, 2018 14:06:59 GMT -6
mrsp84 I totally get the comments on how are you feeling? I am constantly telling people.. How do you think I feel? I'm 36w pregnant! I'm exhausted!
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jan 25, 2018 14:19:47 GMT -6
I passed!!!! Ahh I seriously didn’t know if I was going to make it (by the end of jan)!! 🍾🍾 this is such an impressive accomplishment!
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Post by rebeccabunch on Jan 25, 2018 14:21:24 GMT -6
I’ve only had back contractions with all labors.
Now, they start in my cervix/butt then get super strong around my tailbone but wrap hips to front.
For people that have normal contractions do you feel anything in your back or is it all front?
I don’t even know why I’m asking.
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Post by flippinchica on Jan 25, 2018 14:35:08 GMT -6
I’ve only had back contractions with all labors. Now, they start in my cervix/butt then get super strong around my tailbone but wrap hips to front. For people that have normal contractions do you feel anything in your back or is it all front? I don’t even know why I’m asking. Last time I felt them mainly in the front but they wrapped around to the back. This time they were primarily in the back wrapping to the front at first. At the end it was everywhere.
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Post by dragonflyinn on Jan 25, 2018 14:41:01 GMT -6
You are probably current on your TDAP but they like to give a booster around 36 weeks so your baby has some protection! I am sorry I don't remember how many weeks you are but if you are past 36 I would ask at your next OB appointment, if you're not there I wouldn't worry about it. Currently you are protected and the booster is just to protect baby after s/he is born :-) I’m 38+3 today. My appt is on Saturday so I will just ask at my appt what I should do. It just slipped my mind! We forgot to do mine with DD so I got it at the hospital after she was born. I wouldn’t stress about it, just ask at your next appt!
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Post by cake on Jan 25, 2018 15:35:32 GMT -6
I’ve only had back contractions with all labors. Now, they start in my cervix/butt then get super strong around my tailbone but wrap hips to front. For people that have normal contractions do you feel anything in your back or is it all front? I don’t even know why I’m asking. I felt it everywhere. The worst
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Post by girlonabike on Jan 25, 2018 15:56:48 GMT -6
I feel your pain with the work comments, ladies.
"oh, you're still here?! How come you're not at home putting your feet up?"
DO YOU THINK I HAVE A CHOICE?
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Post by helloerrbody on Jan 25, 2018 16:38:45 GMT -6
DS1’s follow-up with the surgeon today did not go well unfortunately. His graft/the skin around it has shrunk from 24 mm to 15 mm. This means we are looking at 2 more surgeries instead of 1 - patching the graft in 6 months and then closing it up 6 months after that. We will continue to use steroid cream and pray that it lengthens back out on its own. We see the surgeon again in April to re-assess and figure out the plan for surgery.
I can’t stop crying. I can’t believe we are facing another graft surgery.
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Post by sarahh on Jan 25, 2018 16:49:34 GMT -6
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Post by pippiann on Jan 25, 2018 17:10:20 GMT -6
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Post by pippiann on Jan 25, 2018 17:14:19 GMT -6
The 3 yo is def be a test on my patience. He is napping and I am nursing L catching up on this is us!
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Post by marygracerich on Jan 25, 2018 17:16:51 GMT -6
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Post by amesie on Jan 25, 2018 17:25:53 GMT -6
Omg I’m so sorry helloerrbody 😞 I can’t imagine how hard this all must be. I really hope that something improves with him so he can avoid an extra surgery. Big hugs mama
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Post by tiffrobot on Jan 25, 2018 17:26:14 GMT -6
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Post by amesie on Jan 25, 2018 17:26:52 GMT -6
We are home! Now just [not so] patiently waiting for MIL to drop off DD1. I’m getting emotional just thinking about seeing her. I miss her like crazy and just can’t wait to get settled all together
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Post by sunfrogger on Jan 25, 2018 17:50:53 GMT -6
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Post by maddisonrose on Jan 25, 2018 18:11:46 GMT -6
helloerrbody I am so so sorry. That is so hard. Sending you so much love and hugs
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Post by maddisonrose on Jan 25, 2018 18:12:36 GMT -6
rebeccabunch thinking about you, and hoping a speedy labour has decided to show up. Good luck lady!
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