1. I had a doctors appointment today. K and I discussed our birth plan with the doctor that I saw (there are 9 at my office). It didn't exactly go as planned. I'm conflicted. I knew the nurses at the hospital would be difficult but I'm now thinking my own doctors ate going to be my biggest hurdle. I'm not asking for anything crazy! I just want to have a natural/unmedicated birth. They have no problem with me not getting an epidural. Their issues are with my not wanting to be tethered to an IV and constant fetal monitoring. Its very frustrating! I'm wondering if I should switch doctors. It just seems so late in the game for that. At the same time, this is my birth and my child! I'm doing what I feel is best for us. The doctor kept asking me to have an open mind. I wanted to scream at her, "No! You have an open mind!" Grrrr!
2. I've managed to catch the flu or some nasty cold or something. I feel like poo!
3. Today is my youngest sisters birthday. He got engaged today. I should be excited. I should be happy. But unfortunately I'm not feeling that way. I'm worried for her. She and her fiancé live together. Thy have since about 6 months into their relationship (I think they've been together for 5 years now). Since they have been together my sister has stopped going to church, her value system and morals have completely changed. She is not the same person at all! Their relationship has been rocky since the beginning. Not even a year ago she came up and stayed with K and I because her bf needed the weekend to decide if he wanted to be with her. When she got back he still wasn't sure. And now they are getting married. I want her to be happy. However, I'm scared for her. I fear it won't last. I know that sounds terrible. I'm praying I'm wrong.
4. I've lost another pound. Who the heck loses weight at this point in pregnancy? I certainly don't look like I've lost. I'm definitely bigger. But MG is measuring perfectly. She's also head down and very low already! Woop! When the doc felt for her head I couldn't believe how low she was. That sure explains some of the pains I've been having in my cervix.
5. Scott Hahn last Saturday was awesome!!! He spoke one The Lamb's Supper, Letter and Spirit, and Why Scripture Matters. I've heard all three of these before on CD as well as read The Lamb's Supper. But of course I walked out of there with something new. As soon as I regain some braincells when this funk I have goes away, I'll highlight some of it for you.
6. K and I are leading our first youth life next Sunday the 13th. I'm so stinking nervous!!!! To make it even more nerve-racking we drew the card for the abortion talk. Of course we could have turned it down. We certainly aren't forced into anything. K and I decided that it's something we are both very passionate about so we figured we would tackle it. Now I'm freaking out. Once we get the bulk of it together I may post it so I can get feed back from you lovely ladies. :)
7. I've been trying to think of a 7 for awhile now. I quit! :) have a lovely weekend! Oh, and Kaitlin. Tell that baby to get moving! His/her blogger aunties are waiting. ;)
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Long overdue final update (such a good one)!
9 months ago
I'm doing pelvic rocks on the ball as I type this!!
ReplyDeleteAnd, yes, I think you should get a new doctor. That is ridiculous. To think you could actually make it drug free without the ability to walk around if you needed to-stupid! I'm sorry it didn't go well, that really stinks.
Good luck preparing for your talk ~ I'm sure you will do fine.
ReplyDeleteRe #1: You can request a nurse comfortable with NCB, and you can be monitored standing or sitting in a chair or birthing ball if there is no way to convince them to do intermittent monitoring. HUGS!
It's totally up to you about getting a new doctor, but if you're not comfortable, then definitely look around.
ReplyDeleteDid you suggest a Hep Lock? I did this with my first, and it was a good compromise. They basically put the IV ports in your hand just in case. That way if there was an emergency they don't have to waste time starting the IV and can just insert the tubes.
And they really should be okay with intermittent monitoring. It really shouldn't be a big deal.
I'm sorry they are putting up a fight. :(
I will pray for your sister and her fiance. It doesn't sound like the best situation.
I will also pray for you guys as you gather your thoughts for the abortion talk. I'm sure you guys will do a great job!!! :)
Yep Megan, I asked about a Hep Lock. She just kept telling me to have an open mind. Her reasoning for me to actually have the IV is that of I decide I want an epidural and I'm not hydrated enough I'll have to wait for the epidural. She said you have to be hydrated to a certain point before one. Um, ok...but I'm not getting an epidural so that's not an issue. I will say this. She was nice about it for the most part. It was just frustrating how she was acting about it.
ReplyDeleteAccording to my Bradley Instructor no one can force me to do anything I don't want to. Even if they make it seem like they can. She said I have the right to refuse anythig I want to. I'm trying to go atthis peacefully. I don't want to tick anyone off but it's me and my child. I have he right to make decisions regarding our health.
Wow! I had no idea you could refuse an IV- that is interesting! Just stand your ground and make sure DH will be verbal with support at the hospital...you may be so focused on your contractions that you will need someone to back you up, ya know?
ReplyDeleteSorry you are sick! :( That is miserable..but don't worry about losing weight..that happened with me in the end weeks with DD and she still came out 7lbs 6oz :)
Ok-I'm still thinking about this. I'm just so mad for you. My other thought it-do you have a doula? If you have a really great doula (and we already know you have a great hubby) you can labor at home until you're in transition. Then hopefully you'll get to the hospital too late for the epidural anyway! Are you far from the hospital?
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