ktgrok Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Jack is here! He was born in my bed, after about 10 hours of labor, one hour per pound, lol. He is 10lbs 2oz, with a 15inch head! He was asynclitic as well, but my midwife Kelli turned him at the end, thankfully, and did some amazing work helping him be born. He's doing GREAT, nursing like a pro. I'm not going to lie, I'm very very sore and exhausted, but that is to be expected when you are 5''1" and have a toddler come out of you! He pinched or irritated some neves that go to my right leg during pushing, which was actually more painful than any of the rest of it and I have some residual numbness in that leg and foot that I'm hoping will just go away as swelling goes down. Otherwise I just kind of feel hit by a truck, but am doing better every minute. I'm so so so glad I had him at home, with Kelli, as I'm sure that being complete for so long, with him not descending, would have meant a c-section at the hospital...or best case a vacuum extraction at the end or giant episiotomy or both. Her skilled hands helped me when I needed it, fixed his crooked head (reason for my first c-section), and helped me birth a baby over 10lbs, despite my medical records showing CPD(too big baby for my pelvis) with my first child, who was under 8lbs. I'll post more when sitting at the computer is more comfortable. For now I'm just trying to rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlebug42 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations! :party::party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirch Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations! So glad he's finally here and that you're both doing okay! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlessedMom Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :):) congrats!!! :):) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadianmumof5 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Well done mama :001_smile: you are amazing. Congratulations on your not-so-little man!!! Warmest thoughts & prayers for a speedy recovery. Hope to see some pics of Jack soon. :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornelia9805 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Woohoo! Congratulations on a great birth! Welcome to the 'I gave birth to a 10lb baby club!'. Your perseverence and patience paid off! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathryn Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blakereese Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :hurray: Congratulations!! Go snuggle Jack and enjoy your babymoon. :001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peachskittles Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations!!! :hurray: My lil man (who will be a month old tomorrow) was an ounce bigger with a head a half an inch smaller than yours, so I completely understand how you feel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Live2Ride Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :D How awesome! Welcome to the world Jack! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyDays Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congrats, mama!! So glad things went well... enjoy your little one! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paceofnature Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congrats!! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Whoo hoo!! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myeightkiddies Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations! He is a big one. I'm sure he is so adorable!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsBasil Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! i am so happy for you!!!! I can't believe you delivered a baby that big. I also did but I'm 5'9!!! I really hope you have a speedy recovery!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chepyl Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congrats! What is the deal with all the big babies recently ;). I am so glad you all are doing well. Enjoy those snuggles :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Nyssa Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :001_smile: Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jentancalann Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 congrats! happy for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linguistmama Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Hooray!!!!!! You're awesome! I'm glad you're midwife was able to help so much. Welcome Jack! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Welcome to the Hive, Little Jack! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :party: Welcome to the world baby Jack! And congrats to mama on another successful HBAC! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindergretta Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Oh my goodness!!! Happy tears here!!!! Congratulations!!!!! :grouphug: :party: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAMom Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :party::party::party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the Rain Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dory Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :party: Congratulations!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Entropymama Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Yay! Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan C. Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 What a BIG boy!! Congrats!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 OH Katie how awesome I'm so happy for you!! What a great story. Trusting your body, and having great support. Enjoy your baby boy! I can't wait to hear a name :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :party: :party: Congratulations, Katie!!!! I'm so happy for you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :001_smile: Great news, so glad he is here! Now... go get some:sleep: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Woohoo! You deserve a gigantic medal! I pushed out 2 8+lbs babies au natural and felt like I would spilt in two. And I have a whole inch on you plus major child-bearing hips. Congrats on the new squishy! So happy you are not pregnant anymore! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeritasMama Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congrats, you are amazing. I'm 5'1, my largest baby was only 8lb 14 ounces and ended up being a vacuum extract :glare:. If only I knew then what I know now... I think what you did is the greatest accomplishment possible in this life, I am in awe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congrats! Welcome to the world, Jack! You are a champ, Katie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpoy85 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 :party: Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congrats!!! I had that same thing, it sounds like... in my leg. Right leg, I think!!!! I was SO freakin' sore!! I spent all my money that I was suppose to use on massage on chiropractic work. I would seriously suggest that you get a massage and see if it would work.... or one chiro appt and then a massage. I had contractions in that leg... kinda... each time I had a normal contraction :( It took a couple of weeks for it to go away... My mom just gave me some Organic Arnica Salve by Sacred Earth.... I would suggest something like that... It's incredible!!! Kinda like a sports salve, but better!!! Congrats!! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reflections Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 That is amazing! Congratulations! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendybird Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations on your(big)boy! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yslek Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Yay! Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alenee Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 What a great story. Congratulations! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soror Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations!!!! I hope you heal soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rain Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congrats! Love his name! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsabelC Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Congratulations to you and little Jack and all the family. Wishing you lots of rest, blissful milky cuddles and a speedy recovery. (And it's so wonderful to hear that you got great midwifery care and weren't pressured into any intervention that you didn't need. With the previous CPD on file, it's unlikely that a hospy would have even let you plan a natural birth, let alone let you go to 41+5.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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