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July 2014 Moms
kenziebug22
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need to vent..
kenziebug22
member
Sorry in advance for the novel.
Little dude has been frank breech for at least the past 5 weeks now so at my ob appointment last week they talked about scheduling a c/s at this weeks appointment (today) and when i went they informed me i had to get another US to make sure hes still frank breech. Ok cool i understand that but it would be nice if you didnt go on to say they wont call to schedule due to the holiday weekend until at least tuesday and my next appointment is next thursday and how the "lock in date for c/s is during 37 weeks (which im 37w 3d today) and its scheduled for 39 weeks.
The problem im having is the fact ill be 38w 3d at my next appointment and because the place i have to go to for the US is an hour away and might possibly not get in until after my next ob appointment i feel like im going to have zero time to prepare myself when the time comes or to get any questions about the whole thing before it actually happens and now im even more nervous and stressing out about it, and all of this because the communication at this practice is never organized and they failed to think of scheduling an US last week before todays appointment.
Does anyone thats been through a c/s have any insight or words of encouragement? What to expect? I tried asking questions about the surgery and all that goes with it but the dr said "because its not a set thing he didnt feel the need to discuss anything." These are the times it really sucks going through all this alone..
Little dude has been frank breech for at least the past 5 weeks now so at my ob appointment last week they talked about scheduling a c/s at this weeks appointment (today) and when i went they informed me i had to get another US to make sure hes still frank breech. Ok cool i understand that but it would be nice if you didnt go on to say they wont call to schedule due to the holiday weekend until at least tuesday and my next appointment is next thursday and how the "lock in date for c/s is during 37 weeks (which im 37w 3d today) and its scheduled for 39 weeks.
The problem im having is the fact ill be 38w 3d at my next appointment and because the place i have to go to for the US is an hour away and might possibly not get in until after my next ob appointment i feel like im going to have zero time to prepare myself when the time comes or to get any questions about the whole thing before it actually happens and now im even more nervous and stressing out about it, and all of this because the communication at this practice is never organized and they failed to think of scheduling an US last week before todays appointment.
Does anyone thats been through a c/s have any insight or words of encouragement? What to expect? I tried asking questions about the surgery and all that goes with it but the dr said "because its not a set thing he didnt feel the need to discuss anything." These are the times it really sucks going through all this alone..
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Re: need to vent..
You'll be fine and everything will work out great! Just look at it similarly to a normal situation where you could go into labor at any time, you just don't know when. Run any errands that you need to run now, get your bag ready, etc. That way when you get the official details from your OB, you will have everything done so you won't go into panic mode as much.
I had 0 minutes to prepare for my ECS. I knew enough from reading about them very little in preg. books to get through, honestly. The rest is in the dr's hands. An ultrasound place will likely fit you in to accommodate the situation. This time around I have looked up nothing, having been through one, and I'm barely thinking about it, as dwelling on each little step isn't worth it...it's going to happen, and they are pretty routine, so the docs know what they are doing. You're just along for the ride and it involves pain medicine- so it's really not that bad- especially planned ones.
I don't mean to down play it, but I really think you'll be OK no matter what amount of time you have to prepare, as long as you know the basics. I would be frustrated in your place, not knowing, but having been through it, it all works out OK. Trust your docs:)!
Its nice to hear that its actually not all that bad though and heres to hope the nurses are justas awesome as all yours sound
Also, just an idea- if you get a hassle from the u/s place about fitting you in within a certain timeframe, maybe ask your OBs office if they would make a quick call on your behalf. Mine would do this and I know most offices are more willing to work in patients at a doc's request.
Lastly, I know that delivery can be scary. I had SO much anxiety (which I posted about multiple times). Also, if you end up with the surgery, I know it's not all rainbows and butterflies. But right now I am looking down at the most angelic, sweet baby that is 12 days old cuddled up sleeping in my arms. And I promise once you feel that, it is all worth it. Keep the end in mind!
Good luck!!