Impish Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Sorry its taken me so long to post. I knew, however, that if I posted without pics, a posse would be formed to come for me, and I finally just got the camera stuff sorted out. I haven't searched to see what all has been posted, so here's a quick update. Induction started at 1130 am on Monday. I explained, repeatedly, about RSD, and also that my body stalls at 3-4cm, and at that point I need an epidural and my water broken. Its about 3 hrs after that I start pushing, and baby will be born about 4 hrs after the water breaking and epi. I was reassured, repeatedly, that I would get the epi asap, esp b/c of the RSD issues. Got the epi about 9pm. Took three freaking tries. The Dr was so upset and apologetic about it, but at that point, all I cared about was that I had it. They *refused* to break my water. I'd made 0 progress since hitting 3 cm, as I told them would happen. They wanted to wait. And wait. Finally, at 630 am, with still NO progress, they finally broke my water. The epi wore off, despite top up, 20 mins after. My utmost respect and admiration to those who manage labour without meds. I would have died and been grateful for it at that point. I've never had it wear off like that, and transition sucks. Thank God another top up was effective. 930, on the dot, I started pushing. The nurse was in shock that I'd predicted it to the minute. I don't know why, but I wasn't able to push effectively...kept pushing in my face and quitting. Once again, baby wasn't engaged (-2? station) and Wolf is repeating to them that our babies don't engage, and I always push from on high. OB came in, and I don't know if the epi had worn off just enough, or what, but I focused...and 2.5 pushes later, baby was born. OB was in shock, barely able to get his gown on. For all the concern about him being huge, he's 7 lbs, exactly. :lol: Smallest baby I've ever had! He's sooooo laid back and mellow. Just content to watch the world around him while being held. The other kids are being totally awesome. I walked in the livingroom yesterday and found Diva changing a diaper! :svengo:I just about have to battle her for the baby, she's wanting to do everything. The Littles argue over who gets to hold him, Princess will sit on the floor by his swing and sing to him, Tazzie tells him stories. Just feel totally and utterly and completely blessed. RSD is flaring up more as the days go by, but knowing how much worse it can be, I've been very grateful for the time I've had thus far. Today's been the worst yet, but the fact that I wasn't immediately incapacitated by it is a huge blessing. The weather had been very mild up until we got hit with some snow last night, and that's def a factor. I've no doubt that all the prayers ppl have sent is the biggest reason, though. Thank you all who have been so supportive during my pregnancy, and have been praying for me, the baby, and my family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyhomemaker25 Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 He is adorable. I call Lily my huge diabetic baby b/c my OB was convinced she'd be huge. 7 pounds exactly. LOL Glad he's here and everyone is doing well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindyz Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Awww, what an ADORABLE baby! :) Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Ohhhhh, he does look impish doesn't he? :lol: I always love pics with a big strapping Dad and a tiny baby! CONGRATS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Ohhhhh, he does look impish doesn't he? :lol: I always love pics with a big strapping Dad and a tiny baby! CONGRATS! I had the wrong expression. Pardon me. Awwwwww..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 How fun!! Congrats :) 7 lbs...... wow.... what a treat to only have a 7 lb baby! :) It's amazing how "off" their predictions can be! :) Glad everything is good! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linguistmama Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 :party: He's so cute! I love pics of sleeping babies with a sleeping daddy. I wish they had listened to you and hope that your recovery goes as well as it can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peachskittles Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congratulations y'all!!! He is soooo tiny. And all that hair, awwww... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Super-duper cute :001_smile:! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lara in Colo Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Good job Mom! Rest up and enjoy all your hard work. Lara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashfern Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 :001_wub: He's beautiful. Congratulations!! :001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Buckin' Longhorn Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Too cute!! I missed whatever has been posted previously, so thanks for the update. He's super duper handsome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 oh my heavens.... could he be ANY cuter? Absolutely BEAUTIFUL baby!!!:001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BridgeTea Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Those pictures are sweet! Welcome, Baby Boy, and congratulations to Mom, Dad, and siblings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Oh gosh, what a dear little baby! Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
athena1277 Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 He is perfectly adorable! Congratulations!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 12, 2011 Author Share Posted November 12, 2011 A funny... I told Wolf that there must be a lot of ugly babies born in our city. I had entire shifts of nurses gathered to ohh and ahh over him...My nurse bring them by, "This is the baby I told you about, isn't he gorgeous?" :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadianmumof5 Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congratulations to everyone! He is sweet, sweet, sweet! Will pray for the RSD to lay low and that you'll be able to enjoy this amazing time! Well done Mom :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ester Maria Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Awww. :001_wub: Congrats! Enjoy your babymoon! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JVA Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Impish- Your pictures are beautiful...... I was praying for you a lot on Monday and I'm so happy to hear you're doing well. I also love the big dad and newborn sleeping shots. Just so peaceful. Enjoy that beautiful boy. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 A funny... I told Wolf that there must be a lot of ugly babies born in our city. I had entire shifts of nurses gathered to ohh and ahh over him...My nurse bring them by, "This is the baby I told you about, isn't he gorgeous?" :lol: :lol: He is beautiful. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Ah, sweetness! and the nurses are right. :D Keeping you in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myeightkiddies Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 He is absolutely beautiful! What a blessing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKapers Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Precious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Whoo hoo! About time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewe Mama Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Awwww!!! What a cute bundle of baby love! Congratulations to everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamela H in Texas Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congrats! Absolutely beautiful baby! Docs are so off on the weights sometime. Everyone thought my first baby would be like 4 pounds because of how tiny I was. She was 9lbs12oz. They did kinda get it right the second time (with the help of one of those special ultrasounds). They said 11lbs if he made it full term (not expected). He was 11lbs 6oz on his due date (but had been born a month before at 7lbs11oz). Anyway, it would have been nice had they listened to you about how your labor/delivery goes. It isn't like you don't know by now. I mean, yeah, pregnancies are different, but they should still trust ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennsmile Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 He is adorable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 :grouphug:awe what a cutie.... congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coffeemama Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congratulations! He's adorable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 What a dear. :D Every blessing to you and your wonderful family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 PRECIOUS!!!!!!!!!! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OLG Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Oh, what a beautiful baby, Imp. Mama and Papa look so at peace too. Rest up, enjoy and prayers that there are no further flare ups that cannot be managed. Bask in that babyness! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
athomemom Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 I am so glad I checked in today. He's beautiful and it's so good to hear that you are doing well and that you have 'extra' help. :D :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalicoKat Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congratulations on your new baby love! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Awwww, congratulations! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubrey Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 BEAUTIFUL baby, Imp. I hope you recover well. (And on another note, I think I've lost respect for those of us who forego the epidural! This is the first time I've realized we're insane.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassy Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congratulations! He's totally gorgeous. Enjoy :001_smile:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macpuffins Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Your precious boy is gorgeous. That picture of him w/ his Papa is a heart-tug picture for sure. You did good work, Mamma. :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 All three pictures are absolutely precious. Enjoy your sweet family.:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 A funny... I told Wolf that there must be a lot of ugly babies born in our city. I had entire shifts of nurses gathered to ohh and ahh over him...My nurse bring them by, "This is the baby I told you about, isn't he gorgeous?" :lol: Yours IS cute. Honestly, I am not a baby ooh-er and aah-er. I think 99.9 % of new babies are kind of squashy-ugly looking. I would NOT say yours is cute if I didn't really think so. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink Fairy Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Gorgeous baby! :001_wub: Congratulations!:party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquinas Academy Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 He is beautiful! Congratulations, Imp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Katia Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 So very precious! Thanks for the pics and SO glad you are doing well and that everything went ok. Many congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in SC Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congratulations. He's precious.:001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Beautiful baby boy. congratulations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congratulations! What a cutie. Glad everything is going well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueridge Posted November 12, 2011 Share Posted November 12, 2011 Congratulations! What a precious, beautiful family! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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