Due Sept/Oct/Nov 2016

[twointow83]

For reference- this is my son around that time frame. Does he look like he needs to go on a diet to any of you?

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[twointow83]

I DID have thrush with my youngest but that was only for a couple weeks..the rest was just her not latching well at all. People don't believe me but things weren't super easy until 6 months. I persevered though. I learned the sandwhich squeeze this second time around! Maybe that 's why the pain only last 4 weeks but dang...I just don't want it at all:/ And when my milk comes in I'm engorged and miserable..this last time I switched between hot and cold and even tried pumping (which some LC say no no to but a midwife told me to try). I dread that part. You know what else I dread? The after birth contractions! Bleh.

Ugh! Have you tried nipple guards? They were nothing but a hassle for me and it still hurt but it might be worth a try :/ Hope this one goes easier for you!

[twointow83]

Will you try for a vbac two?

I'd love to and based on ACOG guidelines I qualify as I had a VBAC between my two cesareans (first loss) and my OB isn't opposed BUT the hospital where he has privileges has a policy banning trial of labor after 2 cesareans so we can't even try. It's ok. I've made my peace with it and although I miss the fact that I'll never get to wonder "is this it?? Is it time?" and the excitement that comes with that I kinda like the fact that we can plan it so that DH can be there. Last time they lowered the curtain so I could actually see my son pulled out (then they put it back up) which was nice and I am going to see if they will do the same again this time. Seeing him pulled out made it feel more like a birth than a surgery and I will always have that memory I got to be among the first to see him instead of the last like I was with my first (they knocked me out and the pain killers kept me practically unconscious all day long. I didn't get to see him until he was about 12 hours old and I didn't get to hold him until he was a day old. Honestly, given the fact that the sooner baby is out the sooner I'll feel safe I don't know, if given the option that I wouldn't go ahead with the cesarean anyway. They can deliver me as soon as I am term via cesarean, but I could end up going over due if I have to wait to labor adding up to 3 weeks to my worry and anxiety. The idea of vaginal birth is a nice dream but the security of having baby safely in my arms as soon as possible far outweighs a dream.

[lala22]

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17 weeks 3 days!

[lala22]

I'd love to and based on ACOG guidelines I qualify as I had a VBAC between my two cesareans (first loss) and my OB isn't opposed BUT the hospital where he has privileges has a policy banning trial of labor after 2 cesareans so we can't even try. It's ok. I've made my peace with it and although I miss the fact that I'll never get to wonder "is this it?? Is it time?" and the excitement that comes with that I kinda like the fact that we can plan it so that DH can be there. Last time they lowered the curtain so I could actually see my son pulled out (then they put it back up) which was nice and I am going to see if they will do the same again this time. Seeing him pulled out made it feel more like a birth than a surgery and I will always have that memory I got to be among the first to see him instead of the last like I was with my first (they knocked me out and the pain killers kept me practically unconscious all day long. I didn't get to see him until he was about 12 hours old and I didn't get to hold him until he was a day old. Honestly, given the fact that the sooner baby is out the sooner I'll feel safe I don't know, if given the option that I wouldn't go ahead with the cesarean anyway. They can deliver me as soon as I am term via cesarean, but I could end up going over due if I have to wait to labor adding up to 3 weeks to my worry and anxiety. The idea of vaginal birth is a nice dream but the security of having baby safely in my arms as soon as possible far outweighs a dream.

I hear ya..I've had incredible birth experiences and c-sections scare the crap out of me but I know that if mine or the baby's health was any way at risk..it would be a no brainer.

[lala22]

Ugh! Have you tried nipple guards? They were nothing but a hassle for me and it still hurt but it might be worth a try :/ Hope this one goes easier for you!

Two of my friends used these and it did help them in the beginning pain wise but they both said they were a royal pain in the ass..it could be worth the try.

[lala22]

For reference- this is my son around that time frame. Does he look like he needs to go on a diet to any of you?

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Did someone say he needed to?!

[BunnyGirl19]

I'd love to and based on ACOG guidelines I qualify as I had a VBAC between my two cesareans (first loss) and my OB isn't opposed BUT the hospital where he has privileges has a policy banning trial of labor after 2 cesareans so we can't even try. It's ok. I've made my peace with it and although I miss the fact that I'll never get to wonder "is this it?? Is it time?" and the excitement that comes with that I kinda like the fact that we can plan it so that DH can be there. Last time they lowered the curtain so I could actually see my son pulled out (then they put it back up) which was nice and I am going to see if they will do the same again this time. Seeing him pulled out made it feel more like a birth than a surgery and I will always have that memory I got to be among the first to see him instead of the last like I was with my first (they knocked me out and the pain killers kept me practically unconscious all day long. I didn't get to see him until he was about 12 hours old and I didn't get to hold him until he was a day old. Honestly, given the fact that the sooner baby is out the sooner I'll feel safe I don't know, if given the option that I wouldn't go ahead with the cesarean anyway. They can deliver me as soon as I am term via cesarean, but I could end up going over due if I have to wait to labor adding up to 3 weeks to my worry and anxiety. The idea of vaginal birth is a nice dream but the security of having baby safely in my arms as soon as possible far outweighs a dream.

I just read an article recently about how they have clear drapes for c-sections now so you can see what's going on. I don't know how widespread their use is though.

I think I'm leaning toward having a c-section with the twins even if they end up in a good position to deliver vaginally. I think I'll worry too much that domething is going to happen to one or both of them during labor otherwise. I need to do more research still. My doctor is very pro VBAC and I've had a VBAC already. He prefers that route if things are favorable for it. With a singleton I'm fine with it. I'm just so anxious about delivering the twins safely. I've been having nagging thoughts lately that something goes seriously wrong.

[twointow83]

Did someone say he needed to?!

Yes. He was 6 months old and his ped demanded he be put on a diet.

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[twointow83]

I just read an article recently about how they have clear drapes for c-sections now so you can see what's going on. I don't know how widespread their use is though.

I think I'm leaning toward having a c-section with the twins even if they end up in a good position to deliver vaginally. I think I'll worry too much that domething is going to happen to one or both of them during labor otherwise. I need to do more research still. My doctor is very pro VBAC and I've had a VBAC already. He prefers that route if things are favorable for it. With a singleton I'm fine with it. I'm just so anxious about delivering the twins safely. I've been having nagging thoughts lately that something goes seriously wrong.

Go with your gut and docs advice but maybe you could deliver in the OR that way if there is an issue you are already there? Just a thought, but do what feels right.

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