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schmoodle
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WWYD (if you were crazy/anxious like me and had a history of PTL)?
schmoodle
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We have tix to Toy Story on Ice this weekend for Toodle. He LOVES Toy Story. Supposed to be me, DH and Toodle, but we are a bit concerned about me going with the walking required to get to our seats (it's at a HUGE arena). I called the arena for info and I can be dropped off, but only at an entrance that is somewhat far from our section and would require some ramps/stairs. The security person I spoke to said that instead we should park in our section and, even though we don't have a handicapped sticker, just tell the parking attendant that I'm pregnant and supposed to limit my walking and therefore we need to park in handicapped, and he will let us through. I'm a bit dubious about whether this will actually work.
FWIW, many of my physical restrictions aren't specific instructions from my OB, but more my own caution/restrictions based on our history (but she is on board with all and I don't know if she would give me similar restrictions if she didn't know that I would impose them myself). I'll only be 17 weeks, I'm not even showing yet, but still nervous. When we lost the Doodles, I did a fair amount of walking the day before I went into labor, but not like miles and miles, just some shopping then walked a couple blocks. I was 23 weeks with twins though, measuring 33 weeks.
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Re: WWYD (if you were crazy/anxious like me and had a history of PTL)?
One of the people at the arena I spoke to said this, but (a) I don't know how to maneuver myself in a wheelchair, esp. via ramps, etc. and DH wouldn't be with my since he'd be parking the car, and (b) I would just feel so silly - I mean, I'm completely capable/fit, my restrictions are based on fear, not ability, so it just seems ridiculous.
I'm missing something, how can you park in handicap parking without a sticker? or you have one?
I'm game for doing whatever you need to do to feel better, up to and including getting a Hoveraround. ;-P
You're never going to see these people again. Do what you gotta do and enjoy a fun day with your kid and hottie hubby.
Therein lies my concern. The security guy I spoke to said they'll let me into the handicap spots without a sticker if I tell them why (and at an arena this size the chance of them running out of spaces is slim to none). Not sure if there are laws/rules on that or if private property means they can let me in if they want. I'm just not buying that it's as easy as he claimed.
I'd also see if they have wheelchairs avail - i used them with my first pg when i was on bedrest but HAD to go to BRU for last minute things... and i used them with my 2nd pg late in the game, at Target... totally embarrassing- but worth it so i didn't worry.
i would also talk to your OB about getting a note so you can get a disabled parking tag --- i got one when pg with the twins at about 20w - my OB didn't want me walking a lot in parking lots (which i have to do all day for my job) b/c of snow and ice, etc... he also wanted me really taking it easy as much as possible. It was really nice to have - i onlly used it when i couldn't find a decent spot- but it was nice to have- and i woudl have used it 100% in a big arena like that.
I totally get what you're saying, but I'd still consider it
Get a wheelchair, and park yourself in it until DH gets in with Toodle, and he can "drive" you. Sure, you might get some strange looks and people might wonder, but that's okay!
I think I'd rather do that than worry about the rules and etc. re a handicap spot. And ditto Goldie - I'd talk to your OB and pin down just exactly what her stance is on your restrictions (self imposed or otherwise) - if she's supportive, hopefully she'd be willing to help you get a handicap tag. Things are different this time around with Toodle being here, and you're going to want to try to do more things/ go more places, I'd guess, and anything you can do to help that happen and still take care of yourself (physically and mentally/emotionally) gets my vote!
(I remember the first time I went to the grocery after having HELLP - DH insisted I use a wheelchair. I kept my head down and felt like everyone was staring and wondering what in the world was wrong with me - but I also looked like death warmed over!)
I would try and do the wheelchair.
But, also, if you aren't having any contractions and are otherwise feeling "good," I think you will be fine
Plus, you will be sitting during the whole show.
We are taking DS1 in March and I can't wait.
Will you page me and let me know how it is????? I don't know anyone who has gone yet, but I hear the Disney on Ice shows are great!
Have fun!!
We went to a Brewer game when I was pregnant and on bed rest. It was my nephew's birthday and couldn't miss it (long story). We were able to park in the handicap section, and then they even gave us a ride in the golf cart things. People are usually very accomodating.
Don't feel bad about riding in a wheelchair. Who cares? When I was 11 weeks with Eli, DH and I went to Disney. I was walking alot, and then in the middle of Epcot my sciatic nerve starting hurting. It was fine if I sat down, so DH said he was getting me a wheel chair so we could still enjoy our day.