MIC CHECK 1, 2...

dancegurl1118 · June 2015

so please excuse me for starting a completely new thread, but I really just felt the need to tell you how much I appreciate you all. As a first-time mom I didn't know what to expect through this journey but I am so grateful for all the support (and sometimes snark) from you ladies. as I read other birth boards, I think to myself "whoaaa am I glad to be a part of June.."

So bear with me on my sappiness, but I really appreciate you all.

klkonwi · June 2015

Love this!!!!! I feel the same way.

Sammy K · June 2015

This board has been great. It's so exciting to see everyone and their beautiful babies! I love seeing the "regulars" in the birth announcements. I'm so happy for everyone!

virginiaunicorn11 · June 2015

Ditto!! And I'm glad June is almost over. I am missing the solidarity of us all being in the same mode. Hang in there caboose mamas, so close!!

When I see familiar names on the Birth Announcements, I get SO excited! And @Westypet is back!! It's a great day to be June :-)

Mommaswizz · June 2015

Hells yes. I couldn't agree more. You guys have been my sanity to share in all this insanity

addingon · June 2015

I agree 100%! I don't post as often as some, but I come to this board very regularly and get so much help and entertainment from it. It's been great to hear about everyone's LOs

lwyz · June 2015

Yes, this. There's a solid reason this late Juner is noooot hanging out in July.

amabarne · June 2015

This is the best board ever with such an awesome group of ladies! I'm excited to be a part of it!

lovethatcolosun · June 2015

I completely agree with all you ladies. Even as a STM, I still feel like I'm starting all over again (just with a little less anxiety this time around), so it's uplifting and refreshing to have such a great support group. I wish I would have had this with my first....maybe I would have avoided PPD. Sappy hugs to you all!!! ❤️

amabarne · June 2015

@lovethatcolosun
I feel the exact same way as a fellow STM!

LaurenAnn0405 · June 2015

@lovethatcolosun & @amabarne I agree! I'm a STM too and it's great to have everyone here to make this journey easier!

kbbtah · June 2015

I don't have anyone I can really talk to about all this pregnancy stuff, so you all have been an incredible blessing. I never thought back in November I'd feel this supported by so many "strangers". Thank you all so much!

karaelaine1991 · June 2015

Never ever thought that I would become so attached to "Internet strangers" on a pregnancy forum. So grateful for all of you!

Also, thank you @dancegurl1118 for starting this thread

KarasTwin · June 2015

I have missed all ya'll the past couple of days while in the hospital. I couldn't wait to share my announcement with everyone

HoosOnFirst · June 2015

Agreed! And thank goodness I can still mostly read and post one-handed with the new LO. I can't do much else!

seesea · June 2015

OnWayto3 · June 2015

Even though I'm a third time mama, having the support, encouragement, and answers from the women on this board has been amazing! The snark that occasionally pops up reminds me that the voice inside my head isn't only my own *smile* while the sincerity reminds me that it really is possible to develop a strong community in the virtual world.

Oh, and like PP said, I LOVE when new birth announcements come up, especially of women who have been regulars on here. I can't wait till we're all on the same page again with newborns in arms.

mvargas12 · June 2015

I was talking to the nurse about something I read on the board and she was asked, "so you chat to these people online?" And she didn't mean anything bad by it but I was like so offended. It's so much more than just chatting with people online, the support and the similar experiences and the bonding makes it more than that.

HisSunshineLove · June 2015

HisSunshineLove said:

On a sentimental note, of which I'm not sure belongs here, but I'd like to say (please blame my broken emotional state if this is all extra annoying and cheesy): Last night, in my sleeplessness, when hardly anyone was around the board and I felt all alone on the ship in the middle of the sea, ...I realized just how much I really rely on this group of women to keep me going! And even though I have only been posting for a short bit (long time lurker), I still feel very much a part of the community. Although we are "technically" just Internet strangers, all of your encouraging words to each other/to me, the humor, the tears, the witty snarks, etc are a part of my experience on this journey. I am so thankful for all of you who contribute so much. Your willingness to share impacts and helps many more than just those who engage and contribute to the conversations.

Quoting myself (even if that's strange) from the other day....as it is most fitting to this thread and expresses how I feel. Thank you ladies for being awesome! :x

@dancegurl1118 Great thread!

MrsCaliRN · June 2015

I was thinking the same thing the other day. Now at 10 days postpartum, I think about when I joined this board at around 6 weeks pregnant and the crazy, wild ride we went on together. When DH and I get around to having our next bundle, I am so excited to come back as a STM.

btm013 · June 2015

I agree!! This has been my lifeline throughout the entire pregnancy and now with LO! Thank you to everyone for your support and keeping my sanity!! ((((Virtual hugs to all)))

Westypet · June 2015

virginiaunicorn11 said:
Ditto!! And I'm glad June is almost over. I am missing the solidarity of us all being in the same mode. Hang in there caboose mamas, so close!!

When I see familiar names on the Birth Announcements, I get SO excited! And @Westypet is back!! It's a great day to be June :-)

This group of ladies has kept me sane!! I can't imagine not having you ladies to lean on for support. I love seeing everyone's announcements, and I've missed everyone this week since being without the app and then adjusting to coming home.

First week PP is almost over, and I have more questions than ever. I can't imagine not having you ladies to lean on and laugh with!

From nesting with scrubbing bubbles to always with the hand sanitizer...

Ladies who haven't labored yet, thumbs up! You're going to do great, and we'll be caught up and back together soon.

Serenamarr · June 2015

First of all, agree with everything above! Second thank you everyone for the shoutouts over the last two days

This might be a little bit weird but during one contraction I actually wondered who else from this board was experiencing the same thing that I was at that very moment and it kind of gave me a little bit of encouragement!

I did NOT have the energy to share my birth story last night but I'll share it here! My contractions began at 3 am yesterday morning, and were very mild but just enough that I couldn't sleep. Woke FI up around 5 so he could cancel his 7:30 meeting out of town. Our doula came by the house at 9:30 am and checked heart tones every half hour. The contractions progressed and got stronger through the day but I was still walking at talking through them, even eating, until 12 pm. They were pretty regularly 3 minutes apart by then, and I was dilated to a 4 when the doula checked me. So off to the hospital we went! We live 5 minutes away from the hospital so I had 2 contractions on hands and knees in the back seat of the car lol. By the time we got there, 1 hour after being a 4, I was an 8 and 100% effaced! The pain really started to increase and the midwife recommended breaking my water to move things along. At first I refused, but after 2 hours of constant contractions with no progress, I said yes. There was some meconium in the fluid (I was half expecting it since I was so overdue!). Breaking my water changed the course of my labor immensely. After that the intensity of each contraction increased ten fold, but 2 more hours passed with no progress and I became so discouraged. Luckily my midwife allowed me and my FI to bring a birthing ball into the shower which helped me get through a few contractions with a clear head. I realized that if I kept waiting it out at the rate I was going (barely hanging on) I would not be able to push. I used my code word to mean I wanted pain medication, and decided to do a walking epidural. It was placed 15 minutes from me asking for it and I honestly don't think I could've held on a minute longer. Once I had the epidural, the contractions went back to the pain level of before my water broke. I could still feel everything sufficiently and move everything, they even let me squat. This enabled me to relax through the contractions and within an hour I was a 10 and ready to begin pushing. Baby made his inital descent quickly, and had everyone thinking it would be a swift easy delivery. I pushed for 3 hours with his head in sight but the progress that came with each push would be wiped out between. The epidural had worn off at this point so I really could feel everything and there were no breaks between contractions. After 3 hours, one push came with a sudden gush of blood (scary!) so after initially refusing use of the vacuum, I agreed because it was now an emergency. The vacuum was all little guy needed since he was so close to being out--3 pushes later he was here! They put him on my chest immediately since he was healthy and aspirated his lungs due to meconium while I held him. I had a second degree tear from the vacuum and his weird shaped head, and the doctor forgot my epidural was done and did the stitches without numbing the area (ouch!) but by that time LO had already latched so I was distracted by the pain of my nipples being ripped off (holy shit it hurt like hell- I have very sensitive nipples and LO is a "champion suctioner" according to the LC).

So basically, even though I did not get the natural birth I hoped for and had some interventions, I know they all happened at the perfect time to bring baby safely into our arms. He's only 26 hours old and already has had 3 massive poops and 4 pees-- his first of them on the ped

Westypet · June 2015

So

Serenamarr said:
First of all, agree with everything above! Second thank you everyone for the shoutouts over the last two days This might be a little bit weird but during one contraction I actually wondered who else from this board was experiencing the same thing that I was at that very moment and it kind of gave me a little bit of encouragement!

I did NOT have the energy to share my birth story last night but I'll share it here! My contractions began at 3 am yesterday morning, and were very mild but just enough that I couldn't sleep. Woke FI up around 5 so he could cancel his 7:30 meeting out of town. Our doula came by the house at 9:30 am and checked heart tones every half hour. The contractions progressed and got stronger through the day but I was still walking at talking through them, even eating, until 12 pm. They were pretty regularly 3 minutes apart by then, and I was dilated to a 4 when the doula checked me. So off to the hospital we went! We live 5 minutes away from the hospital so I had 2 contractions on hands and knees in the back seat of the car lol. By the time we got there, 1 hour after being a 4, I was an 8 and 100% effaced! The pain really started to increase and the midwife recommended breaking my water to move things along. At first I refused, but after 2 hours of constant contractions with no progress, I said yes. There was some meconium in the fluid (I was half expecting it since I was so overdue!). Breaking my water changed the course of my labor immensely. After that the intensity of each contraction increased ten fold, but 2 more hours passed with no progress and I became so discouraged. Luckily my midwife allowed me and my FI to bring a birthing ball into the shower which helped me get through a few contractions with a clear head. I realized that if I kept waiting it out at the rate I was going (barely hanging on) I would not be able to push. I used my code word to mean I wanted pain medication, and decided to do a walking epidural. It was placed 15 minutes from me asking for it and I honestly don't think I could've held on a minute longer. Once I had the epidural, the contractions went back to the pain level of before my water broke. I could still feel everything sufficiently and move everything, they even let me squat. This enabled me to relax through the contractions and within an hour I was a 10 and ready to begin pushing. Baby made his inital descent quickly, and had everyone thinking it would be a swift easy delivery. I pushed for 3 hours with his head in sight but the progress that came with each push would be wiped out between. The epidural had worn off at this point so I really could feel everything and there were no breaks between contractions. After 3 hours, one push came with a sudden gush of blood (scary!) so after initially refusing use of the vacuum, I agreed because it was now an emergency. The vacuum was all little guy needed since he was so close to being out--3 pushes later he was here! They put him on my chest immediately since he was healthy and aspirated his lungs due to meconium while I held him. I had a second degree tear from the vacuum and his weird shaped head, and the doctor forgot my epidural was done and did the stitches without numbing the area (ouch!) but by that time LO had already latched so I was distracted by the pain of my nipples being ripped off (holy shit it hurt like hell- I have very sensitive nipples and LO is a "champion suctioner" according to the LC).

So basically, even though I did not get the natural birth I hoped for and had some interventions, I know they all happened at the perfect time to bring baby safely into our arms. He's only 26 hours old and already has had 3 massive poops and 4 pees-- his first of them on the ped

So proud of you for making it through all of that! You sound like you did so well and got to experience it the way you wanted somewhat.

My pain experience was very similar to yours-- no numbing with the stitching! Although I knew I did want interventions in my case. They just didn't work well.

Good job, mama!

virginiaunicorn11 · June 2015

@Serenamarr congrats on your baby and well done in a tough scenario! I see a lot of similarities with my experience, but I've always kicked myself for going to the hospital too early. I've wondered if I waited, if I'd be more rested and not need the epidural. your story reminds me that anything can happen at any point. and your attitude reminds me to just let it go. thank you for sharing!!

@klkonwi been thinking of you and wishing you a smooth recovery. Hope you're able to get help with pain management if needed. Watson is adorable and so is his name!

@bbnmama2012 yaaayyy, congrats!!

I'm missing important shout outs, apologies. I am trying to keep up... to no avail.much love to you all!

Westypet · June 2015

virginiaunicorn11 said:

I'm missing important shout outs, apologies. I am trying to keep up... to no avail.much love to you all!

Me too! I feel WEEKS behind!

Serenamarr · June 2015

@Westypet @virginiaunicorn11 thanks ladies

I am excited-- about to take my first dive into the pp boards!

KaLikeAWind · June 2015

I love you gals. I was more concerned about posting my BA here than on fb. Priorities, yo :x

mvargas12 · June 2015

mellymar said:
I love you gals. I was more concerned about posting my BA here than on fb. Priorities, yo :x

I still haven't posted it on Facebook!

lindsladle15 · June 2015

We are definitely emotional/hormonal ladies! I don't know why I never read any community boards during my first preg, but I've learned a lot this time around and am thankful for all the giggles, too!

virginiaunicorn11 · June 2015

@klkonwi I keep getting distracted so not sure where you posted it, but you said post partum recovery is still better than pregnancy. OMFG!!! I seriously cannot even fathom that. I'm so sorry you had such a hard pregnancy!!

ElRuby · June 2015

Great thread! I really feel the support from all my internet friends

elizab14 · June 2015

You guys are pretty great.

aj1327 · June 2015

I agree! I haven't posted a ton and even less since I've had DS, but I love this board. I'm still on a lot and have started many a comment and have been interrupted by a feeding or have fallen asleep mid thought.

@mellymar I kept checking to see what you ended up having! Love the name...it's my maiden name

teather5 · June 2015

amccoy129 said:
I agree! I haven't posted a ton and even less since I've had DS, but I love this board. I'm still on a lot and have started many a comment and have been interrupted by a feeding or have fallen asleep mid thought.

@mellymar I kept checking to see what you ended up having! Love the name...it's my maiden name

Ditto all this. Except the maiden name part...

KaLikeAWind · June 2015

amccoy129 said:

@mellymar I kept checking to see what you ended up having! Love the name...it's my maiden name

Neat! I hadn't known it was a surname (tho, why not? Silly Mel). I did check into it and saw it was derived from Pierre (Peter) and from Peregrine. I actually got it from a book character. (James, too, tho that's obviously more common)

Barbgray14 · June 2015

I agree. I would be lost without all of you. Reading posts late at night now keeps me sane the way it helped to know everyone was feeling similar symptoms when I was pregnant and swollen and crying!!! You ladies saved me!

bbnmama2012 · June 2015

I love keeping up with all you, ladies. I love knowing that someone out there understands what I'm going through. I was not mentally prepared for a c-section at all. Recovery is pretty tough right now. Also, DS thinks I'm a pacifier at this point. Ouch! I will be back soon.

MaliKaela · June 2015

Love this thread. I posted my birth announcement on here and didn't get around to Facebook until about 3 weeks PP! My poor neglected friends.

I've also been waiting for everyone to be on the same page again. I was feeling all distant and behind with some of you but everyone is getting super close if they haven't yet delivered! I have been slightly concerned that the J15 bump forum would just end when June ended? Like maybe bump admin would shut it down? Or that everyone would move to some other board I don't know about... But no one else seems to have this concern so I guess that doesn't happen. I would be so upset if I tried to come on here one day and all of a sudden it was closed or everyone was gone!

Love you ladies!

sdwanchoo · June 2015

You guys have been a great support.
Also can I just say I'll never be able to look at the word 'Virginia' the same way again.
#scarredforlife

KaLikeAWind · June 2015

sdwanchoo said:
You guys have been a great support.
Also can I just say I'll never be able to look at the word 'Virginia' the same way again.
#scarredforlife

I have a silly song I sing for DS when I'm bouncing / soothing him. The words are totally malleable, I change them all the time, but always in there are 'I'm a rock star. Straight from Virginia'. Maybe with a 'yo' on the end if this version is a rap version.

Just wanted to drop in and say how much I love you guys. Huge, hormonal, weepy love for you guys. I truly cannot imagine how difficult ALL of this would be without you ladies here to commiserate, and teach, and inspire, and open new avenues of thought.

An authentic blessing (NOT a sarcastic southern bless) to all of you, everywhere.

Edited, proper gifage

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