Day after D&C, recap (warning: ds in sig, baby mention)

Jen&Louie

I went in to the ambulatory surgery center for my D&C early yesterday, exactly one week after finding out about my missed miscarriage.  The surgical nurses, anesthesiologist and my OB were incredibly supportive, compassionate and helpful before the procedure.  They took time to answer all of our questions and made sure I was well informed and comfortable.  As for the actual procedure, I only remember being wheeled into the OR and then waking up.

Unfortunately, my wake up from the anesthesia was traumatic.  The center was overbooked due to being closed the previous day for a snow emergency so, the only empty recovery bay was next to a 8 week old baby who was also just coming to and was wailing.  I thought I would be able to wake up from the surgery with some closure and instead ended up hysterically crying as I was still disoriented and confused as to why I was hearing a baby crying.  Horrible.  They moved me to a room as soon as they could but, I figure it was about 10-15 minutes before that happened.

Once I was isolated from the crying and able to calm down, the pain was well managed.  I was discharged after about an hour and napped/relaxed at home the rest of the day. I needed to take some Advil late in the day for some slight discomfort. This morning I'm surprising feeling back to normal, physically. No spotting and no cramping. 

My OB said to wait two weeks and then we are cleared to TTC again whenever we feel ready.  I don't know when that will be but, am happy to know that we are allowed to procede if it feels right for us.

Now, I'm just focusing on my emotional healing.  Thank you all so much for the suport here over the past week.

LDW80

I'm so sorry you had to go throught that traumatic experience.  That must have been awful.

How far along were you when you miscarried?  I ask because my dr. told us to wait 4 weeks before having intecourse and then 2 cycles before ttc so I wonder if it has anything to do with how far along the person was or if each dr. has their own recommendations.  Glad to hear though that you can try in a couple weeks and hopefully move forward.  I am STILL spotting here and there and it has been almot 3 weeks since my d&c.  I have never wanted AF to come more quickly so I can move forward. 

Jen&Louie

LDW80:

How far along were you when you miscarried?  I ask because my dr. told us to wait 4 weeks before having intecourse and then 2 cycles before ttc so I wonder if it has anything to do with how far along the person was or if each dr. has their own recommendations. 

I was 8w5d when my OB discovered the missed miscarriage.  Interesting there is such a discrepancy in what people are told about waiting but, she was very clear both verbally and in the written orders. I have to see her for a follow-up appointment in 2 weeks anyway so, I'll have a chance to go over things again.

WifeyWynn0626

I'm sorry to hear that you had to experience the emotional stress after surgery. That would have put me over the edge too. But, I'm glad you're able to put this behind you and start emotionally healing. ((hugs))

adamfam

aww, sorry you had to wake up to a crying baby, that must have been rough!  I hope your physcial recovery continues to go so well so that you are ready TTC when the time is right.  

AJG2009

I'm sorry you had to wake up to such a traumatic experience.

sunflowergrl

I'm so sorry Jen and I'm mad for you, that they were insensitive as to where you woke up. You and E are very strong and will get through this.  and as always, if you need anything you know how to reach me. 

Jen&Louie

sunflowergrl:

I'm so sorry Jen and I'm mad for you, that they were insensitive as to where you woke up. You and E are very strong and will get through this.  and as always, if you need anything you know how to reach me. 

Thanks so much (((HUGS)))

They gave me a patient satisfaction survey to take home with me.  When I'm ready I'm going to fill it out and write a detailed account of what happened in hopes that other women don't have to go through the same thing.