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30 Weeks and Counting
Sep 02, 2009 09:14PM
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So after lots of prodding by some lovely honorary grandmas, I decided to update anyone who is reading how I am going. I reached 30weeks today. I can't believe it really only 8-10weeks and I will see my beautiful babies face. I've attached the latest ultrasound piccie.
I had my last checkup last week and had an ultrasound and the baby is growing perfectly with its weight sitting at the 51st percentile - nice and average.
My weight mind you is not quite what they have expected. I have put only 6pounds on due to my thyroid issues and constant morning sickness and I have quite a small bump all things considered.
During last weeks visit I asked about the c-section and whether I could be 'awake' if we opted to have a look see surgery. The good news is that they would be able to do the whole thing with an epidural. They would have to use a vertical scar to get access but since I already have the laparotomy scar this is no biggy. It will be a bigger recovery than just a c-section but this doesn't really worry me. I've done it before! So they are now going to discuss my situation across the Practice and consult with their Senior Gyn/onc specialist. Funny thing is that they will be talking to my own gyn/onc so it was nice to hear them say that he is who they see as the best to consult with. Nice to be reassured that I have such a well respected Dr!
I also talked to the Dr about the lack of sensation. I don't have any feeling from belly button down and across the middle. I feel the baby kick but it is more because it tugs the tissue wider away that does have sensation. It is strange. It is like touching your cheek after you have had anesthetics at the dentist, you feel the vague pressure but don't actually 'feel' it. I am having Braxton Hicks contractions now but don't feel them at all, just can tell because I touch my tummy and it has gone all hard for a while. I'm concerned that if I did go into labor ahead of plan that I wouldn't feel it. The Dr was all like of course you will feel it, but I don't think she understands just how absent the nerves are in my abdomen since the laparotomy. It's kind of frustrating when they don't have any idea what you are talking about.
So I will learn more when I go back to my next ob check up in 2 weeks. I might then know a rough date. Very exciting.
I had my last checkup last week and had an ultrasound and the baby is growing perfectly with its weight sitting at the 51st percentile - nice and average.
My weight mind you is not quite what they have expected. I have put only 6pounds on due to my thyroid issues and constant morning sickness and I have quite a small bump all things considered.
During last weeks visit I asked about the c-section and whether I could be 'awake' if we opted to have a look see surgery. The good news is that they would be able to do the whole thing with an epidural. They would have to use a vertical scar to get access but since I already have the laparotomy scar this is no biggy. It will be a bigger recovery than just a c-section but this doesn't really worry me. I've done it before! So they are now going to discuss my situation across the Practice and consult with their Senior Gyn/onc specialist. Funny thing is that they will be talking to my own gyn/onc so it was nice to hear them say that he is who they see as the best to consult with. Nice to be reassured that I have such a well respected Dr!
I also talked to the Dr about the lack of sensation. I don't have any feeling from belly button down and across the middle. I feel the baby kick but it is more because it tugs the tissue wider away that does have sensation. It is strange. It is like touching your cheek after you have had anesthetics at the dentist, you feel the vague pressure but don't actually 'feel' it. I am having Braxton Hicks contractions now but don't feel them at all, just can tell because I touch my tummy and it has gone all hard for a while. I'm concerned that if I did go into labor ahead of plan that I wouldn't feel it. The Dr was all like of course you will feel it, but I don't think she understands just how absent the nerves are in my abdomen since the laparotomy. It's kind of frustrating when they don't have any idea what you are talking about.
So I will learn more when I go back to my next ob check up in 2 weeks. I might then know a rough date. Very exciting.
Fantastic thanks for sharing Bron. How exciting! My gf did not have the weight gain from her pregnancy either, and was so disappointed, she wanted people to get up and give her a seat on the bus lol. finally just into the last month, she got her bump up.
Glad you are doing well, and have decided to have the look about in there. You have a great outlook on it all Bron, guess thats what becoming a new mom is all about. Thanks for posting the pic..adorable.
love
granny butterfly
Tc
Glad you are doing well, and have decided to have the look about in there. You have a great outlook on it all Bron, guess thats what becoming a new mom is all about. Thanks for posting the pic..adorable.
love
granny butterfly
Tc
I am so happy to see this post as I am wondering how you and the baby are doing. Do you know if it is a boy or girl yet? or are you even going to find out? I am also thrilled that you will have just the epidural for the look-see. I know it was important to you not to be put out, so that is wonderful and will continue to pray for only good news. The picture is great - amazing what they can see now with ultrasounds.
The not feeling in your abdomen. Yes, I think, like you, that the doctors should be somewhat concerned. I would hope you could feel if you went into labor but maybe not. I would make sure you are going to the doctor often in the last weeks before your scheduled C-section, so that they can check on your dilating and all. Please keep us updated!!!
Love,
your other "granny Colleen"
The not feeling in your abdomen. Yes, I think, like you, that the doctors should be somewhat concerned. I would hope you could feel if you went into labor but maybe not. I would make sure you are going to the doctor often in the last weeks before your scheduled C-section, so that they can check on your dilating and all. Please keep us updated!!!
Love,
your other "granny Colleen"
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