Aggie Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 I'm sorry, too, for the traumatic birth, but I'm rejoicing with you and your babies!! Your family will be in my prayers! HUGS! That sounds so scary, and I know the pain of a c-section very very well. Please be kind to yourself, and take your pain medications as directed. Also, ask for stool softeners, as the pain meds and surgery will bind things up otherwise. Not something you want to find out a week from now! Please realize that a traumatic birth like that can cause PTSD, and take action if need be. Use a pillow over your incision whenever possible, it will help prevent the "my guts are falling out" feeling. You WILL heal. I promise. You are a strong, brave warrior mama, even if you don't feel like it right now. You were brave enough to allow yourself to be cut open for the sake of your children. You are amazing. Give yourself credit, and give yourself space to heal mentally and emotionally. Hugs again. my prayers are with you and your babies. Please go hold them, touch them, perhaps they can help heal you. And you certainly can help heal them. http://www.ican-online.org/recovery/recovering-cesarean-tips-healing http://ican-online.org/recovery/home Good advice here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CourtneyMI Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 I'm so sorry that their birth was so traumatic but congratulations on their arrival! I will keep your family in my prayers. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: please keep us updated on their progress. Lots more hugs and prayers coming your way. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funschooler5 Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 :grouphug: So sorry you had to go through all of that...but congratulations on your new little ones!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 So many similarities in your story to my Possum's arrival at 25 weeks, including being airlifted! I really feel for you and know exactly what you mean about crying over everything. You are one strong woman! The first week or 2 is generally the toughest in NICU. The babies will take time to stabilise and you will take time to understand how the NICU works and what you can do for your babies. If you'd like a buddy to chat to please PM me and i will give you my e-mail or FB details. There is also a FB group that is VERY supportive called pPROM Parents Group. All the parents there have had preterm premature rupture of membranes and most have had premies. Big hugs to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Prayers :grouphug: and congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Sending lots of love. Congratulations. You did amazing. Your babies will be fine and so will you. :grouphug: Now, to name that girl....Rose. And something with being in the air. WTM-gals, let's take over the show here!!!:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 :grouphug: So thankful you all are okay. Praying for health & healing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beauty From Ashes Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Oh my. I would have been so scared as well. I am so sorry it happened like that but so, so happy to hear the kids are doing OK right now. My prayers are with you and please keep us posted. :grouphug: for you and a tiny, little :grouphug: for your new son and daughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedmom4 Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 What an amazing birth story. It brought tears to my eyes! I'm always amazed when babies are born healthy when I think of everything that "could" go wrong. So glad your babies are doing well! God Bless, Elise in NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ria Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 So very glad your babes are doing ok. Twin pregnancies are different, and you just never know what's going to happen. It sounds like God worked everything out, and your babies sound like they are doing great. Congratulations from another twin mama. I'll keep all of you in my prayers. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 You really are a brave woman! Really. And, I agree with the pp to watch out for PTSD. It's real and, if it happens, needs to be addressed. Anyway, congratulations!!!! I'll be praying for you and your babies!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningmom80 Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 (edited) :grouphug: Take good care of yourself! This babies are going to be just fine! Welcome to the twin club, it's a crazy ride! ETA: I agree about the PTSD. I had a scary labor, and ppd, and caring for twins is rough! It's not like one baby at all. Make sure you have lot o people in your corner. Edited September 11, 2011 by Runningmom80 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Sending lots of love. Congratulations. You did amazing. Your babies will be fine and so will you. :grouphug: Now, to name that girl....Rose. And something with being in the air. WTM-gals, let's take over the show here!!!:lol: Amelia Rose? :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5wolfcubs Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 I know you always wanted twins, and am so glad they are here! :grouphug: I wish I was in AZ so I could help out... I will be praying for you, Cory and Baby Sister! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMomof4 Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Amelia Rose? :) I love Amelia! Praying you are healing well and that the babies grow quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Congratulations on the birth of your babies. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAMom Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Heheh, I do love Amelia Rose. Two favorite posters here have an Amelia and I swooned when I heard their names. Rose is just cute and oh, so lovely. Of course it is not my baby girl, but I sort of forgot that! I agree about PPD. A good friend of mine got twin boys (she had had dozens of miscarriages and had five dd's and just wanted a son due to culture). Got her twin boys and went into shock and was hospitalized for PPD!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 How scary. :grouphug: I'm glad your 2 littlest ones are doing well so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Ah, hon :grouphug: from one twin mama to another. I call these traumatic events our war stories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Amelia Rose? :) Love this name! Congrats to you...and your sweet babies. Please keep us updated. You are all in our prayers. Faithe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Vixen Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 I'm so sorry about your traumatic birth experience but congratulations on your twins!!! 31 weeks is early but getting past 30 weeks is a great milestone! As other have mentioned watch for PPD and PTSD. I had a similar experience at 25 weeks with my oldest (med-evaced during labor) but luckily they were able to stop it with Mag. It was the worst day of my life, they were giving my son not very good odds if he were born :-( Then with my twins I started having problems very early and was on bedrest from 18 weeks on. Every day I thought I was going to lose them. By the time I had them I was numb, I don't think I really bonded with them until they were a year old. I just "knew" something awful was going to happen to them. I knew people that had been through so much worse but it didn't mean that the experience wasn't traumatic for me. I was finally told I had PTSD and started treatment. It has helped but I still feel like I've been kicked in the stomach when I hear stories similar to mine. I think if I would have gotten help sooner it would have helped. I hope your babies do well in the NICU and have a short stay! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Marisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
courtney.byrum Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Congrats on the babies! Make sure you take time to recover yourself and take many pictures as both you and the twins will enjoy looking at them as they get older. The NICU is difficult but remember they will take excellent care of your sweet babies when you can't be there. We spent 45 days in the NICU with my 29 weeker and she is an extremely happy healthy (and big) 6 yr old now. Best wishes to you on your NICU journey and I hope that it is a very short while before the babies are home where you can all relax and enjoy getting to know each other! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Amelia Rose, I should have thought of that. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Skye is a pretty name for a girl, too. ;) Congrats on those sweet little ones! Good health, peace, and joy to each one of you! I'll remember you in prayer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ria Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Skye is a pretty name for a girl, too. ;) Congrats on those sweet little ones! Good health, peace, and joy to each one of you! I'll remember you in prayer! I love this name! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 Amelia Rose, I should have thought of that. :D Yes, Starr, you should!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in OK Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 :grouphug: Praise God for His hand in the birth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma23peas Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 Great big hugs to you and all your family!!!:grouphug: I think it's time you changed your siggie to "Born in September!" from "Coming in November!" :) I think September birthdays are more fun...great weather for future festivities!! :) Get some rest! Praise God! Tara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 :grouphug: My son was born at 32 weeks....it is scary adjusting to having a preemie/preemies.....dh and I were terrified for MONTHS.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex-mex Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 Glad you and the babies are safe. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 Oh my word. The goosebumps on my arms will not lie down. So glad everyone is here, safe, and well. And don't feel bad about not wanting to see them at first. I didn't want to after mine were delivered, either. I'm not sure why, but it was a *very* strange feeling - a feeling like, well, like they were here and I could easily "check out now"...oh, I can't really explain (and I've spent a fair amount of time feeling horrible for it). Perhaps it was the meds; twin birth is no easy deal. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UmMusa Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 God is the Greatest. Take time to heal physcially and emotionally from this. It might take months, and that's ok. Give yourself a break, take some deep breaths, and just keep on keeping on. Congratulations on the birth of your babies :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deacongirl Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 I know how hard it is to have babies in the NICU--but just wanted to give you some encouragement--my dd10 was a 32-weeker. She was basically caught up by 1 yr. and has absolutely no issues related to prematurity. In fact she is in the 95% for height and weight and has no LDs or any other effects, medical or otherwise. Praying your babies can come home soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 (edited) :grouphug: What a scary ordeal! I'm glad you and babies came through safely, but I'm sorry you were so traumatized. Be gentle with yourself and give yourself the time and space you need to process and heal. One last thing...in all of my pregnancies/deliveries I have never seen the hand of God so visible. So many things could have gone wrong (delivery in triage in a hospital unequipped for preemies, delivery in the air, no epi which would have caused me to push with breech babies, etc.). These babies have been protected and our family cared for unlike anything I've ever seen. God be praised, He is Lord and all glory goes to Him. I felt/saw the same with my last pregnancy which had a big scary emergency and ended in an emergency c-section. It's amazing to look back and see the hand of God at work in your life. I'll pray for you and your babies. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Edited September 12, 2011 by LemonPie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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