Comments on: That Time Abram was Born

By: Alli

Alli — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:42:54 +0000

In reply to Denise. I think the first is always rough!! I do have those options at the hospital and I'll be looking into everything this time around to hopefully make it a better experience :) Thank you!

By: Alli

Alli — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:41:25 +0000

In reply to Heather. I am glad you read it afterwards too! Back labor is no joke. I'm so glad you were able to have your baby the same day! That's awesome. And good foresight on the mirror :)

By: Heather

Heather — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 14:41:55 +0000

Oh my goodness, I'm so glad I read this after my little one was born. I too had terrible back labor and was sent home from the hospital once. But luckily I was able to go back and have her that same day. And I felt the same about the mirror situation - they asked if I wanted one and I said no. I didn't want to see, nor could I keep my eyes open while pushing. It takes every ounce of concentration possible. Better luck this time around!

By: Denise

Denise — Wed, 17 Aug 2016 16:14:52 +0000

Wow! And you are doing it again. This sounds a lot like my first, back labor and posterior presentation with long labor and no progress. Luckily I was somewhat prepared with Lamaze and quiet music to help with relaxation. 12 hours at a 2 and +3 station and then they broke my water and I did improve. 6 hours later Katy was born with 2+ hours of pushing. Because of Lamaze we knew counter pressure helps a lot so the next day Eric was as sore as me. Haha. We were in Hawaii in a Kaiser hospital that doesn't do epidurals unless medically necessary but I knew this so I was ok with it.
The next one was 3 hours. You got this!!
I suggest a very soothing bath at home when you feel labor start and labor in a tub if available at the hospital. Makes a huge difference!!
Super excited for you.