April ladies ...were having our babies THIS month :)

[Powell130]

Be very, very happy that you had the epi before the pitocin
I have a very high pain tolerance. I even tattooed my own foot. (Yes I'm licensed lol)
I had strong opinions against getting an epidural because I had a picture of how my labor was supposed to go and nothing was going right. They started at 9 am right with the pitocin. It was uncomfortable but manageable until my water broke at 5 pm. It was sooo much more intense. With nothing to cushion it, the contractions were right on top of each other. When I finally agreed though, I was on the toilet because the cold seat felt AMAZING. I was sobbing while clinging to my husband and he goes, "Please get the epidural." It was the most helpless I have ever seen him. Turns out it was exactly what I needed. Other than the pain, it went really well.

Yeah they we planning on trying to wait until I got the epi for it and I'm soooo thankful they were lol
I was never dead set against the epi but I wanted to try to go without it. But I got 'cut off' from IV pain meds because they said it was relaxing me too much and slowing my contractions. So I think if they would have let me keep getting them every 4 hours I think it was, even tho it would have taken longer I do believe I could have lasted longer without the epi therefore longer without the pitocin as well. But what can ya do? Lol. The pitocin made my contractions just like yours, on top of each other! Watching the monitor was crazy compared to what it looked like before. I am not dead set against the epi this time either but really wanna try to go longer without it. I hated being stuck in the bed! I was on the epidural for the remaining 20 hours of my labor and it wasn't fun lol although it was kinda cool to pee without having to make any effort I pee a lot when not pregnant (like once an hour average) so during pregnancy I pee like every 15-30 minutes and its so annoying!
Im worried about not being able to get the epi tho. My doula said she thinks at my hospital you gotta be 6CM for them to keep you. And isn't the cut off from the epi 8CM? I feel like I've always heard that but idk how it works and when it's too late for the epi? So I'm hoping to still have the option

 

[SaraVO]

Haha it was for strep B. She just went, "You might feel some pressure" and it was not pressure where I expected. Some warning on location would have been nice! Today was my 37 week check up. I'm at 2 1/2cm dilated and a little more than 50% effaced. So good things. I was honestly hoping things were a bit more along but it's better news than with my son. Who knows, maybe better luck next week? Either way this is almost over!
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Steph- How rude of the chicken to leave you to your own devices! "Thanks for saving me, human. I go now. Peace!" How is your pain?
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Sara- I find I enjoy the last few appointments to myself. It's not glamorous at all! My husband also makes an odd habit of keeping track of my poops and congratulating me on them. He goes the extra mile with, "Good job little Poopasaur!" though Oh sometimes I would love to give him a good smack.

Oh my god!! that is so hilarious!! poopasaur!!

 

[Powell130]

My bump is off and on sore at the top, it's weird how it's coming and going lol anyone else with a sore bump but just at the top?

 

[Aneesa_09]

Baby #4 Due April 21st

I cant beleive this pregnancy has flown by so fast.

Not long left ladies

 

[Misscalais]

My bump is off and on sore at the top, it's weird how it's coming and going lol anyone else with a sore bump but just at the top?

I got this when i was in labour with my 1st and the day before i went into labour with my 3rd. It was like right in the center at the top of my uterus. I actually called the mw it got so painful with my 3rd and she said it sounded like labour wouldn't be far away and she was right as i went into labour that night.

 

[Bekah78]

My bump is off and on sore at the top, it's weird how it's coming and going lol anyone else with a sore bump but just at the top?

I got this when i was in labour with my 1st and the day before i went into labour with my 3rd. It was like right in the center at the top of my uterus. I actually called the mw it got so painful with my 3rd and she said it sounded like labour wouldn't be far away and she was right as i went into labour that night.

It will be interesting to see if this is the case for you Powell.

I haven't had much discomfort at all and we are due around the same time so could be your baby is preparing to makes its entrance into the world earlier than mine. Exciting!

 

[dani_tinks]

39 weeks today! I'm so tired, I just can't get comfortable at night anymore and i'm up every 2 hours to wee. I actually feel surprisingly bright today although slightly miffed that the cramps appear to have disappeared! Really really hoping she isn't as late as her brother (induced at 42 weeks).

 

[Christie2011]

I had some seriously tight BHs last night, they weren't painful though, uncomfortable- yes. Could see the outline of baby B (I think A is snuggled in lower and slightly behind her so I couldn't make out her shape). I've pretty much had diarrhea for a week now, including during those BHs last night and this morning. Really hoping the girls stay in at least a week longer, but we've made it to 36 weeks, so I think they'll be fine if they come any time.

 

[StephtheHiker]

"Poopasaur" made me laugh out loud! That's amazing. My husband after listening to too much pregnancy gas nicknamed my butt "vuvuzela"

Lots of ladies due April 21!

So I'm still unable to walk after the fox and chicken incident. At least it happened in an amusing way! So fortunate to have found a chiropractor that will see me later this morning. I hope he can put my pelvis back together!

 

[Jonesbaby19]

Hi girls

Just checking in...

My twins are 4 days old today! We are all still in hospital. Babies have been in the special care nursery for a few different reasons, none of which are serious or long term. They mainly stem from being a little premature, like a learning to suck and jaundice. Overall though they are doing brilliantly and tonight is expected to be their last night in the nursery Tomorrow at lunch time they will be coming to the ward to room with me. I cannot wait!

I have been very unwell up until now with preeclampsia. High blood pressure, weakness, visual disturbances (like spinning rooms) etc, and odema / fluid on my lungs (caused by the preeclampsia) which has played havoc on my body. As I've said over the past few weeks, my swelling prior to having the babies was severe, and after having the babies I have lost 21 litres of fluid, which has concerned the doctors. They said I've lost so much fluid that my body is now dehydrated. I've lost 15 kilograms of weight in the past 4 days, and I'm almost at my starting pre-pregnancy weight. I am seriously hoping to be discharged on Friday at the latest, but that is all dependant on my body regulating the fluid loss I've been having up until now.

Here's a little pic of our twins from this morning This was the first time they had been reunited in their crib since they were born 4 days ago. They are seriously adorable in every way! I can't believe I get to keep them forever! I am so in love and can't wait to bring them home with me to DH and our precious DD. Been a tough few days given my health issues, but I feel extremely blessed

xx

 

[Natasha2605]

I am glad everything is going well with your babies Jones! They are beautiful

Fingers crossed you are all good to get home soon xx

 

[Powell130]

My bump is off and on sore at the top, it's weird how it's coming and going lol anyone else with a sore bump but just at the top?

I got this when i was in labour with my 1st and the day before i went into labour with my 3rd. It was like right in the center at the top of my uterus. I actually called the mw it got so painful with my 3rd and she said it sounded like labour wouldn't be far away and she was right as i went into labour that night.

Omg don't say that! I'm not ready lol

 

[Powell130]

Hi girls

Just checking in...

My twins are 4 days old today! We are all still in hospital. Babies have been in the special care nursery for a few different reasons, none of which are serious or long term. They mainly stem from being a little premature, like a learning to suck and jaundice. Overall though they are doing brilliantly and tonight is expected to be their last night in the nursery Tomorrow at lunch time they will be coming to the ward to room with me. I cannot wait!

I have been very unwell up until now with preeclampsia. High blood pressure, weakness, visual disturbances (like spinning rooms) etc, and odema / fluid on my lungs (caused by the preeclampsia) which has played havoc on my body. As I've said over the past few weeks, my swelling prior to having the babies was severe, and after having the babies I have lost 21 litres of fluid, which has concerned the doctors. They said I've lost so much fluid that my body is now dehydrated. I've lost 15 kilograms of weight in the past 4 days, and I'm almost at my starting pre-pregnancy weight. I am seriously hoping to be discharged on Friday at the latest, but that is all dependant on my body regulating the fluid loss I've been having up until now.

Here's a little pic of our twins from this morning This was the first time they had been reunited in their crib since they were born 4 days ago. They are seriously adorable in every way! I can't believe I get to keep them forever! I am so in love and can't wait to bring them home with me to DH and our precious DD. Been a tough few days given my health issues, but I feel extremely blessed

xx

They are perfect!!! Hopefully you all can go home soon to reuinite with the rest of the family! I bet you are more than ready!

 

[princess2406]

Oh wow Jonesbaby your babies are beautiful! Glad to hear they are doing well and will be with you soon! Fxd for you coming home soon aswell so you can really enjoy your family x

 

[dani_tinks]

Aw Jonesbaby so glad your little ones are doing well, they're absolutely beautiful. Sorry to hear you've been so poorly though. Hope you can all go home soon .

 

[Christie2011]

So precious they are jonesbaby!

Sorry to hear you're still not feeling well. Hopefully it will all work out of your system soon.

 

[Redhead84]

Jones they are gorgeous!!!!!!

I've got a solid tummy this afternoon with huge amounts of pressure. It's not painful but very uncomfortable, like one constant braxton hicks.

Don't remember anything like this with my son. Not lost plug yet either but reckon things might be getting ready??

 

[Powell130]

Jones they are gorgeous!!!!!!

I've got a solid tummy this afternoon with huge amounts of pressure. It's not painful but very uncomfortable, like one constant braxton hicks.

Don't remember anything like this with my son. Not lost plug yet either but reckon things might be getting ready??

I've had that a few times in the last week
...turned out I needed to poop

May or may not be the case for you! How far along are you now?

 

[hellojello25]

Oh my goodness Jones, those babies are too cute! I'm glad they're doing so well and I hope you feel better soon!
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I had my 37 week appointment yesterday and I am happy to report that while I haven't dilated at all, my cervix is starting to thin out and soften. My doctor also told me that dilation doesn't really matter, after all, what is labor for? Lol but the baby is happy and healthy and he definitely dropped even more, because my cervix has been taken a beating since yesterday. We have our growth ultrasound and 38 week appointment this coming Tuesday and I'm excited to be able to see him again, even if he won't be able to fit entirely on the screen in one shot.

We washed all his clothing yesterday, including his crib sheets, and I believe that was the last thing we really NEEDED to do before his arrival. Does anyone else keep feeling like they're missing something important that they need to do before labor? I can't shake the feeling, but we have all our ducks in a row. We just need to get my parents a key made to our apartment so they can come get the dog and cat when we go to the hospital.

 

[Redhead84]

Jones they are gorgeous!!!!!!

I've got a solid tummy this afternoon with huge amounts of pressure. It's not painful but very uncomfortable, like one constant braxton hicks.

Don't remember anything like this with my son. Not lost plug yet either but reckon things might be getting ready??

I've had that a few times in the last week
...turned out I needed to poop

May or may not be the case for you! How far along are you now?

Haha!!! Don't think it's that as way too much info but been very regular in that department thankfully!

I'm 39+3 today so could be any time now, though son kept me waiting until 40+8 so who knows.