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27-8-2008 - Andersen is here! Birth story!

My mood while writing this blog: blessed

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Sorry it has taken me so long to post the birth story, I have been sore and tired! Ok, let's start at the beginning: We went down on Tuesday night to stay at the hotel since we live an hour and a half away from the hospital and I had to be there at 5:30 am. I couldn't sleep because I was so nervous, so I straightened my hair and DH helped me blow dry it and then use the flat iron. I thought that if I looked nice for the c/s I would feel better during and after. I finally went to sleep around 4:00 am and got up at 5:00 am. I got dressed, did my hair and make-up, got the kids ready, packed the remaining things and off we went across the street to the hospital. When I got there it was just a matter of minutes before they took me back. The nurse was ready to go with all of my forms to sign and gown to change into, and she informed me of what to expect and how things would happen. I told her up front about my high anxiety level and that I spoke with the anestheologist about meds for the anxiety a few weeks ago. She went to find out about it as I changed into my gown. When she came back the anesthesiologist came with her and explained to me (while the nurse numbed my hand and put my IV in) that I could not have anything for anxiety and if I wanted he could put me to sleep but I would miss bonding with the baby and DH could not be in with me. So it was asleep or awake with no drugs. I went for the awake in a mass hysteria of tears.

I was a little upset that the way I had arranged things weeks ago were falling apart at the last second and I was a nervous wreck. I explained to my nurse about how I felt the doctor was being unfair and that I had this planned for weeks and he was changing things. I think the nurse went and found someone new for me because the next thing I knew I had a lady helping me and she was much nicer ~ still no drugs.

By the time I get to the OR I am shaking uncontrollably with fear and trying not to cry. The nurses hold me for my spinal and try talking to me with visual relaxation techniques, didn't help too much, but it was much better than nothing. Then they did the cath and the scrubbing, but the spinal was not even so they arranged me in a different position and it evened out. Then the doctor came in and so did DH. They started the c/s and I was still totally paranoid. The anesthesiologist was wonderful and anytime I felt sick, she gave me something for my BP to bring it up and I felt better. She was so great and helped me a ton. Fast forward: Andersen was born and I was able to hold him right after he was cleaned up, he was so beautiful! I was still sick , but excited to hold Ander first, before anyone else. It was magical!

Then they took DH and Andersen to the nursery to get cleaned up and I stayed to get patched up. It took a long time for the repairs and I did not have sutures or staples, I have dermabond and sterry strips. (I'm glued together!!)

When I went to my room for recovery I found out that Andersen wouldn't be in for a while because he had an elevated respiration and couldn't come in until it evened out. It was about an hour and then he came in. My mom was there, my girls and DH, my friend and her husband and their son were all there to meet Ander. Soon everyone left and it was just DH, me, and Ander.

Recovery: It hurt! I was having problems with my BP being very low and it was making me sick. I read all of your posts and was so elated to know you were thinking of me! The first day, about 12 hours after surgery, I walked 2 or 3 steps and sat in a chair for 30 minutes. The next day I walked several trips through the L&D ward and took a shower. That is why I was hurting so, so bad, I way over did it. I just wanted to hurry and get better, but I did it the wrong way. That night I cried a lot in pain, I just wanted to die! It hurt to go to the bathroom and that was a few steps away.

The nurse started me on 2 percosets and a motrin every 4 hours and it helped after a couple doses. The next day I did much less, but still walked around a few times. The next day I did about the same as the day before and I felt better. The day before I left and the day I left I had a horrible migraine for some reason, probably lack of sleep, so I had to take my migraine medicine too. I hardly slept because I wanted to take of the baby and also because I am nursing and didn't want to miss a feeding. I am just now starting to catch some sleep!

Andersen: He is great! He is very alert and strong. As soon as he was born he was crying until they brought he over to me and I could talk to him, then he stop immediately and just looked around. It was neat!

He had his circumcision on Thursday and it broke my heart to even know about it, but he did good and DH was with him. He became slightly jaundice and required a couple blood tests. When we left he weighed 6 lbs. 11 oz., down from 7 lbs. 6 oz. He is very tiny and even some preemie clothes are too big! His newborn pics are awesome!! He looks so darn cute that it makes you sick! As soon as I can figure out how to post a pic I will.

BF: Nursing is getting better, he loves to eat! I figure he is making up for what he lost. I am pretty tender and sore right now.

I am excited to have a new little person in my arms! It is like he first time again, and it is work, but it is such a blessing! I am sure all of you will just be overwhelmed with oodles of love when your LO is here!

I am glad to be home and I just wanted you to know that all of you were with me in the OR, supporting me with all of your experiences you've shared, your love and well wishes, and prayers. During my hospital stay you took my first steps with me by encouraging me, even through the pain, reminding me it was a sort time, and even telling me about your showers on he same day as the c/s. And now at home I am sure you will be there to help me with this LO.

Thank you a million times over for being there for me along this journey!!!

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5 Comments on Andersen is here! Birth story!


Shortness - Thursday, 18 Sep
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I hope all is well with you and your little one! Can't wait to hear updates!! :)

mboyer11 - Saturday, 30 Aug
Congratulations on your little boy, i am so happy for you. Try to rest up as much as possible. Hope you are feeling good

GinaMummy - Wednesday, 27 Aug
Congratulations sweetie, and well done. We will have to catch up soon when we get a second! Life very hectic at mo!

Take good care

Gina xxx

StillinHisCare - Wednesday, 27 Aug
Oh Wendy! I am SO HAPPY to read this story!! I felt every moment of anxiety as I read and then the JOY of having little Anders here!!!! God bless you again and again my dear friend!! You did great!!!!

And do stay rested up hon. That helps us recover as best as anything!! These little guys need us to be as strong as we can be. But Kenny is home for a while yet ~ that is a huge blessing! I can just imagine the girls with him. Too darling!!

Yes, post pictures asap (it took me forever!!)
Big hugs to you, prayers of thanksgiving for your health and strength, and sweet little kisses to Andersen,
SueAnn

Grace - Wednesday, 27 Aug
congratulations !!! I'm so happy for you, loved your birth story, your babe is adorable. I wish you the best and may the Lord bless you and your family tremendously along with a fast recovery!!!
~Blessings
Grace