I think I have a false sense of confidence (c/s mamas come in)

eclaires

So, my c/s is scheduled for 5w from yesterday, when I'll be 39w2d.

I haven't really even considered the possibility I will go before that date, because, well, Jackson didn't even really want to come out at 41w.  I'm starting to think that I'm an idiot because of that.

At the same time, I am trying to get everything done in case she does come early, but holy hell, I really have nothing but clothing, a carseat, a PNP and a few diapers that someone gave us.  We have some stuff from Jackson, but I was SO much more prepared w/ him.  Her nursery is just full of boxes and a put together glider.  My mom is coming next week to help w/ some organizing and stuff, but I actually need to GET the stuff to organize.  Gah.

I did order some bottles today, though.  And her crib should be here some time soon.  I just feel overwhelmed w/ getting all of this done and unpacking boxes from our move.

So if you had a scheduled c/s - did you make it to your c/s date?  Please say yes, please say yes...

KoriBrett

Both were scheduled - DD at 39w2d, DS at 3 days late.  Made it to both, though I was in early labor with DS. 

You'll be fine.  You're just getting to nesting-freakout phase lol

femmegem

I surely did. Nate was reluctant to even come out then.

And I so know what you're going through, but it will be fine. Really. Newborns don't need much, and the hospital will provide diapers while you're there. As long as you have the carseat you can at least take her home when you're discharged.

Marce921

I was essentially the same way as you. I had DS1's nursery done way early, but this time, since we had to build a new office in the basement which took time and money, DS2's nursery wasn't done until around 35 weeks. Even so, we still don't have a dresser for him, because the dresser I ordered 6 weeks before he was born still isn't here.

With DS1, I had to be induced at 40wks 2days, so I had no thoughts about DS2 coming early and he didn't. Though, when I went in for my C/S, I was contracting every 1-2 mins! GL... I doubt you'd go before your scheduled C/S based on your last pregnancy. But, you never know... and really, even if you did, it wouldn't be that big of a deal since babies don't really need a whole lot at first.

JennJim2006

I did!

Like you, with DS#1, he didn't want to come out and they had to induce me (ended with emergency c-section).  So the second time around, with the planned c-section, I didn't really think too much about not making my date.  Everything worked out and the planned c-section was so much better! I recovered so quickly and didn't feel as sick. 

Good luck with everything!

AWD

No, sorry not what you wanted to hear. However we were the same way...not prepared as far as nursery etc...but it all worked out. My water broke on Saturday I as scheduled fo C/S on Monday. I had just been to doc on Thurs. not dilated or thinned. Doc said he would see me Mnday morning. I said well maybe before he laughed and said highly unlikely. Well Saturday we were out and about and my water broke in DH's truck. Contractions started right then 3-4 mins apart and extremely painful. We went to labor and delivery at 1:30pm and they gave me my spinal at 3:30 DD was born at 4:20. DH was freaking out b/c there was still things to do in the nursery etc... but I didn't care. You will find you are much more relaxed about everything with #2. It all eventually got down before I came home from hospital. DH would go home and organize while my parents were up visiting. It will get done don't worry. I am a big planner and was worried as well but it all worked out. GL

femmegem

BTW, Nate still sleeps in his Fisher Price Rock and Play. I would HIGHLY recommend it. It's worth every penny.

https://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Price-Newborn-Rock-Play-Sleeper/dp/B002M77N22

cokt

It sounds like you have everything you need if she does deicde to come early. James came at 35 weeks and we were not expecting it at ALL. We literally had nothing, especially since he was the first baby. It all worked out. But I am the opposite with this one, I am so terrified it will come early like he did that I have everything ready now! The only person I know with a sceduled c/s is my SIL and she ended up having my niece 2 days before her scheduled date, so no big deal. Have fun getting everything organized!

Mrs.Tony

I was scheduled at 39 weeks with Colin and I made it.   I was the same way though. I think i had the basics and everything else was up for grabs.  You'll be fine!!!

Purrrfect433

No, sorry:( I went into labor on my own with both my girls. Each child was born a day later than the one before it. If it's any consolation, you still have tons of time. And, the only thing the baby needs to come home to is diapers and wipes, a means to feed her, some onesies and swaddling blankets. Maybe a swing or bouncey seat so you can put her down. Oh, and a wrap or similar type carrier. And some baby soap and mild lotion. Hmmmm, on second thought, you better start a list.

AnnapolisLari

DS was 8 days late.

DD was a scheduled c/s at 38w 6d, and she showed absolutely no signs of shifting any sooner than he did.

You should be OK. Scarlett has to be born on her c/s date and share my birthday.

eclaires

Thanks, guys!  I just feel so out of sorts right now, probably because I'm still surrounded by boxes and digging through storage boxes looking for baby stuff that needs to be washed.  We do have a swing, though.  Forgot about that.

With Jackson I was just over prepared and right now since I'm in sort of a lull waiting for some stuff I ordered to show up, I feel all crazed about it.

Femme - I will definitely check out that FP rock n play thing!  We have Amazon prime and I see it is an eligible item, haha.  I've ordered a lot of baby stuff from Amazon in the past day or so.

mernamom

All three of mine made it to their scheduled c-section dates and showed absoultely no signs of coming any earlier!

JCS2007

Whenever she comes, you will figure it out.  With DS#1, we were totally prepared at 35 weeks, and he had to be induced after my due date. With #2, by 34 weeks we had most of his room done, mainly for the benefit of #1 as we were taking his baby furniture, and some clothes pulled out. I just began a transition plan for work.  And my water broke at 34wk 6days, he was born right at 35 weeks (probably not what you want to hear).  That said, we got it all together and all was fine.  You just never know what those little buggers are going to do.

winomom22

Well I was trying for a VBAC and she didn't want to come. I ended up scheduling a repeat c-section for 41w5d.

DandR

Nope, my water broke with #2 and #3 before my scheduled date.

That said, you will be FINE!!!!  DO a little bit each day between now and c-section day.....all you need is bottles and diapers and bed when she comes home...and with c-section #2, you will be feeling great after 4 or 5 days and be able to figure out the rest afterwards.

 

springmom

Nope.  

#2 came just over 4 weeks early.

BUT think of it this way.  If she DOES come early, you have her coming home outfit and car seat.  Then you can sit in your glider and point to where you want everything to go because you "just had a baby" and can't do all the heavy lifting :-)

JennyCraig

Nope - my OB pretty much didn't give me a choice because he checked me at 37 wk appointment and I was 2 to 3 cm dilated and DS was transverse. Apparently that is a medical emergency. He sectioned me two days later (and he didn't even want to wait that long!!). We had nothing ready and DS#1 was still really young. It was a nightmare that I wouldn't like to repeat again!!

You should get your stuff ready asap and ask for help if you need it. GL!!

eclaires

Ok, I'm going to dig through my email and online orders and list what I have in a separate post.

Then y'all are going to tell me what I might still need.    Or what is a priority.

The one thing I am positive I am good on is clothes.  Shocking...I know.

kickypants

Yep, I made it?twice. My first was over a week late, failed induction=emergency section. #2 was scheduled at 39 weeks even. #3 was 39 weeks 3 days. I don't think my kids would ever come out on their own.

shouldbworkin

totally made it to my c/s date.  One OB kept saying I was going to go early.  I kept saying "yah, right."  I was right.  I really didn't need to do much for #2.  I think you just think you're behind b/c you need to do so much more for #1. 

Panda53321

The twins were a repeat C so they were scheduled for Wednesday July 1 but they decided that they were coming on Saturday June 27th but since there were two of them I don't think that my experience "counts"

Angela814

I was attempting a vbac and made it past my due date to my scheduled c/s date. DD1 was born at 41w3d, and DD2 was born at 40w2d. Our nursery still isn't done. DD2 is sleeping in a basinet in our room.

jlw2505

Yes but it was a long last few weeks.  I had pre-term labor starting at 36 weeks.  It was a Wednesday - was sent home on partial bedrest.  Worked from home Thursday, had to be at a training on Friday and basically sat in a conference room all day with my feet up - still had contractions.  Ended up in L&D on Sat and got an over night stay so I could be monitored.  They did an amino and had my DD"s lungs been developed, I would have had a c-section that day at 36 1/2 weeks but since they were not yet ready - I was sent home on very strict bedrest - basically I was allowed to pee, take a 5 mins shower and sit at the kitchen table for 1 meal a day (all of which started the contractions.  I was given the OK to move around again at 38 weeks and then spent the next week having contractions until I went in (in active labor but not progressing) for my c-section as planned.  I had a very long and horrible labor with very slow progress the 1st time and lots of complications which is why I had the c-section planned the 2nd time.  Good luck

Goose51504

Yes. I totally made my date, although everyone was convinced I was going to go early b/c of the polyhydramnios. No worries, B. You'll make it. And, as much as it would be nice to not be pregnant right about now, take all the time you can get to prepare.

Bellisimo

Even after going into premature labor at 32 wks., bedrest for the duration and not preparing like I did for DS, I made it to my schedule C section date and probably would have made it to 40 wks. plus.  It's been my experience that the second child gets the shaft.  I didn't get to prepare for her like I did with #1 and since she's been born I haven't chronicled her life, milestones, etc. like I did when it was just DS.  You just have WAY more time on your hands when you're having your first.  Then the pace gets kicked up several notches and you just have to juggle everything once #2 arrives.  It's doable if you're organized and maybe somewhat of a perfectionist....but I am neither....so I feel like I'm sucking at it!