Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 (edited) Oh boy. I'm going to be bringing up my concerns about the cord around his neck, the constant flipping of position, and discussing csection this am. As much as I really, REALLY don't want a csection b/c of what it'll likely provoke with the RSD, baby's safety outweighs everything else. It also means I'll be nailing the OB down as far as pain management for after as well...Don't even TRY to fob me off with Tylenol 3 to go home with. I know I won't be able to get in to my pain specialist for at least 2 wks, if not longer, so I need to have the OB cooperate and be willing to treat not only the csection recovery issues, but the RSD flare up until I can get into the specialist. Maybe a miracle will occur, and the cord won't be around the neck anymore? Considering its been there since about 33 wks, I have my doubts. I'm just praying for wisdom, for me and the OB...whatever is best. Pray for us, k? I'm honestly scared of the csection issues. UPDATE #27 Edited November 2, 2011 by Impish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momofkhm Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug: I can't imagine being pregnant and having the pain issues you do! Get the doctor nailed down on a date! I do so hope the pain management he gives you will be enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbollin Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug: and prayers -crystal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 wait, what did I miss about the cord around the neck? Not sure when that came up, but if it helps, it is totally normal....at least 1/3 of babies are born with a nuchal cord. They can't strangle, as they are not breathing, so it really isn't a big deal. I even did some research on it last year, and the studies I looked at said that there was no evidence for any morbidity related to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Praying for a wonderful birth and recovery for you, Tummy and the whole Wolf-Impish gang! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 wait, what did I miss about the cord around the neck? Not sure when that came up, but if it helps, it is totally normal....at least 1/3 of babies are born with a nuchal cord. They can't strangle, as they are not breathing, so it really isn't a big deal. I even did some research on it last year, and the studies I looked at said that there was no evidence for any morbidity related to it. Here are the details that Imp posted a couple of days ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 Thanks, everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Chris in VA Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Will pray. :grouphug: :lurk5: (Is that appropriate for preggers watch? :D) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenL Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Praying! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 Thanks everyone, again. Wish I didn't have this stupid cough to deal with too! Murphy's Law... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Sure thing, Imp. Let us know how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Praying for you. How's Wolf today? His comments, in conjunction with Pencil Pusher's dh, are going to be lengendary! :D Faith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Imp, I'm so sorry, My Friend!!! I didn't know the cord was wrapped around the baby's neck! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I somehow missed that! I know this must be very, very scary for you. I'm sure there are specialists lined up because of your condition, the cord will likely not be an issue in this day and age, and I do hope and pray for a miracle - NO RSD flare up!!! Hang in there!!!:grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 Praying for you. How's Wolf today? His comments, in conjunction with Pencil Pusher's dh, are going to be lengendary! :D Faith Well, he went to work today, after some debate. He did, however, take a change of clothes, and my hospital bag to keep in the van, just in case. He figures I have an industrial strength amniotic sac, though, since all the coughing hasn't caused me to spring a leak. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 Imp, I'm so sorry, My Friend!!! I didn't know the cord was wrapped around the baby's neck! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I somehow missed that! I know this must be very, very scary for you. I'm sure there are specialists lined up because of your condition, the cord will likely not be an issue in this day and age, and I do hope and pray for a miracle - NO RSD flare up!!! Hang in there!!!:grouphug::grouphug: One of the primary concerns with the cord is that it may be preventing baby from descending into/through the pelvis...at least, that's how I understand it. It would explain why he keeps flipping sideways, instead of staying head down. The only thing worse than a scheduled csection would be an emergency one after hrs of labour and baby not being able to descend. Plus, if I go into labour and he's sideways again, with the cord around his neck, its not too likely they'll risk turning him...OB said they'd have to check to see if they could determine how tight the cord is, but didn't sound too hopeful. We'll see what the OB says today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: and many prayers, Imp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 Thanks, RC. Appt is in an hour. Eeep. Part of me wants to just stick my head in the sand, the rest wishes it was all over and done with. :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Sending prayers! :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 ...and I'm off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newday Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 (edited) Something to bear in mind is that the national average (assuming you are in the US), for c-section rates is around 32%, and can actually be much higher depending on the hospital/city where you are receiving care. The recommended average "safe" c-section rate by the WHO is around 11-15 percent. With that in mind you may want to make sure your practitioner has c-section rates which line up with what you think is a healthy average for mamababys. Nuchal cords are very common and rarely cause complications. Babies are very often not "engaged" until labor begins and with mamas who have had a few babes the baby may not settle in until active labor is established. As a birthworker, I have seen babies change position for many weeks, and then settle on a vertex position in week 36/37. If you are interested in alternative care homeopathic pulsitilla taken three times a day until the babe stays head down is something I have seen to be very effective. Also, chiropractic care can make a huge difference (although, you want to make sure that they are giving care specifically for pregnant mamas). I don't know if any of this is helpful but I do hope so! I hope very much that you are able to achieve the birth you wish for and that your RDS is held at bay until your are well past the birthing. You will be in my prayers. Warmly, Jaymarie Edited November 2, 2011 by newday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennsmile Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 :grouphug: Imp, I just want to let you know that my last kiddo had the cord wrapped around his neck and it was so tight that in order to come out of the birth canal my midwife had to cut it while I tried not to push. So should your little one go head down even if the cord is kinda tight it will be okay. Doctors and midwives are well versed in cutting cords, or slipping cords over heads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 Good news! Cord is loose, so OB isn't worried about it. :D Also, I *may* be in early labour (not counting on it though :lol:) as there is some change. Induction date is set for Monday if nothing happens before then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennsmile Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Yeah! So are you feeling dialated? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 Yeah! So are you feeling dialated? Yup :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Good news! Cord is loose, so OB isn't worried about it. :D Also, I *may* be in early labour (not counting on it though :lol:) as there is some change. Induction date is set for Monday if nothing happens before then. Joshua, I would like to remind you that your mother really NEEEEEEDDDDDSSSSS to see the season premiere of Bones. You may come today or you may come on the weekend, but you are most certainly not allowed to come on Thursday and if you do defy orders, you would be really, really wise to have the whole thing done in the morning so mum has time for a very long nap and dinner before the show airs!! :biggrinjester::smilielol5: Faith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 Joshua, I would like to remind you that your mother really NEEEEEEDDDDDSSSSS to see the season premiere of Bones. You may come today or you may come on the weekend, but you are most certainly not allowed to come on Thursday and if you do defy orders, you would be really, really wise to have the whole thing done in the morning so mum has time for a very long nap and dinner before the show airs!! :biggrinjester::smilielol5: Faith Thanks for reminding him to show up exactly in the midst of the show :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 One of the primary concerns with the cord is that it may be preventing baby from descending into/through the pelvis...at least, that's how I understand it. It would explain why he keeps flipping sideways, instead of staying head down. The only thing worse than a scheduled csection would be an emergency one after hrs of labour and baby not being able to descend. Plus, if I go into labour and he's sideways again, with the cord around his neck, its not too likely they'll risk turning him...OB said they'd have to check to see if they could determine how tight the cord is, but didn't sound too hopeful. We'll see what the OB says today. ok, I think I'm missing more information than I realized. Why would you be allowed to go into labor if you're having a c-section? Does it really matter which position the baby is in if you're having a c-section? I'm confused. It doesn't take much........ I admit. :glare: I'll check back later for updates.:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 ok, I think I'm missing more information than I realized. Why would you be allowed to go into labor if you're having a c-section? Does it really matter which position the baby is in if you're having a c-section? I'm confused. It doesn't take much........ I admit. :glare: I'll check back later for updates.:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Ok. Baby was sideways during u/s on Fri, then flipped head down when I saw the OB. Cord is around his neck. Concern w/cord being that if its tight, he may not be able to make it through the pelvis and birth canal. But, the cord is loose, so that isn't an issue. Baby is head down, so unless he flips again, it looks like a regular delivery/induction. OB wants another u/s before induction/in labour to ensure he has stayed head down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
athena1277 Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Ok.Baby was sideways during u/s on Fri, then flipped head down when I saw the OB. Cord is around his neck. Concern w/cord being that if its tight, he may not be able to make it through the pelvis and birth canal. But, the cord is loose, so that isn't an issue. Baby is head down, so unless he flips again, it looks like a regular delivery/induction. OB wants another u/s before induction/in labour to ensure he has stayed head down. Impish, I don't often post on your updates, but I want to tell you that I am praying for a good outcome for you and your baby. I have been following your story and can't imagine all you are going through. Hope baby doesn't wait much longer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newday Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 so glad for the good update!! -- this may be more information than you are interested in, but if you are looking to avoid a c-section you would also do well to avoid an induction :) Here's hoping you have your babe soon ;) Warmly, Jaymarie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Saying a prayer for you, Impy! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 2, 2011 Author Share Posted November 2, 2011 so glad for the good update!! -- this may be more information than you are interested in, but if you are looking to avoid a c-section you would also do well to avoid an induction :) Here's hoping you have your babe soon ;) Warmly, Jaymarie I've had 2 inductions already. I'm fine with it. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Vixen Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Were you able to discuss your concern about pain meds if you do end up needing a c-section? I have a chronic pain condition and ended up needing two c-sections :glare:. One OB was great and said that people with chronic pain conditions will need longer to heal and therefor to be on pain meds longer. Whereas my other OB was not as understanding. You may want to bring it up now just in case you need a c-section. I wish I would have before hand with my second OB because after leaving the hospital I was in so much pain, exhausted and overwhelmed I could not have a rational discussion with her about pain management. Good luck and I hope baby stays head down for you!!! Marisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newday Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 I've had 2 inductions already. I'm fine with it. :001_smile: Well, have a happy baby day!!! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubrey Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Yay, Imp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vettechmomof2 Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 keeping good thoughts for you and thanks for the update!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
higginszoo Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 That's wonderful news! Praying that something happens sooner rather than later now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 I'm glad you have good news. What a relief that must be! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Ok.Baby was sideways during u/s on Fri, then flipped head down when I saw the OB. Cord is around his neck. Concern w/cord being that if its tight, he may not be able to make it through the pelvis and birth canal. But, the cord is loose, so that isn't an issue. Baby is head down, so unless he flips again, it looks like a regular delivery/induction. OB wants another u/s before induction/in labour to ensure he has stayed head down. Great news! And keep in mind that the uterus/plancenta are moving down with the baby really, so the cord shouldn't keep the baby from making it through the pelvis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhudson Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Thanks for the update, I was wondering what the OB said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Ok.Baby was sideways during u/s on Fri, then flipped head down when I saw the OB. Cord is around his neck. sounds like my little acrobat that I told you about in another thread about the baby. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrappyhappymama Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Three of my four were born vaginally with cords around their necks, the wriggly little stinkers! Here's hoping for a smooth and easy delivery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keptwoman Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Three of my four were born vaginally with cords around their necks, the wriggly little stinkers! Here's hoping for a smooth and easy delivery! Yeah, all 3 of mine were too. Yay Imp, you are feeling dilated :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Great news!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 3, 2011 Author Share Posted November 3, 2011 Thanks everyone! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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