I guess today's the day...

[SoCalTricia]

Well - change of plans. My doctor called me this morning and said he has been thinking a lot about my "situation" since he saw me yesterday. Given the fact that my last baby got stuck at the shoulders and I didn't have diabetes then...and that I'm almost ten years older and have some other risk factors this time...and the baby is already measuring 8 lbs as of yesterday...he is "strongly recommending" a c-section. On top of that, he said, if the lung maturity test comes back fine, then he wants to do it TODAY. He feels it's safer for me AND the baby to just go ahead and deliver. He said that, of course, it's my choice...but I would never forgive myself if I chose to go ahead and be induced and there was a problem. On top of that, he checked my cervix yesterday, and it's not even close to ready - so if I chose induction, it could be a long, dangerous process, and I could end up with a c-section anyway!  

Soooo...fast forward two hours...the lung maturity test came back good. I'm schedule for a c-section at 5 p.m. TONIGHT. Ack! I'm scared to death. I've cried off and on for a couple of hours. This is NOT how I wanted things to go. I wanted to have another vaginal birth, just like with my other kids. But, then again, this pregnancy has been NOTHING like my other two. So I guess it stands to reason that this birth will be different, too. Anyway...I'm disappointed and really frightened...but I am definately looking forward to holding my baby boy tonight. I hope everything goes well.

I'm a little sad, knowing that this is the last day in my life I will be pregnant. I'm sitting here looking down at my belly and feeling a little melancholy. :::sigh::: Well...here goes...wish me luck, girls!

Tricia

[tina1111]

Congrats! I'm sorry it isn't like you wanted. He's here by now and all of this is the past. Congrats again on a beautiful baby boy!

[nylena0011]

Hey,I hope you have a...fantastic c-section and you get to hold your baby in your arms real soon,girl !!! Best of luck !

[prevatt77]

I'm sure she's had that baby by now and still no pictures - what is she doing, didn't she take her laptop to the hospital?  I can't wait to see how beautiful he is.  I'm sure he is perfect.

[natalie910]

Congrats!!! You'll do fine, can't wait to see the pics :)

[Miranda9]

OMG, it's 8:40 pm Eastern time as I write, so you've probably had your baby boy right now!!!  I remember when I first found this site back in October and I read your BFP news!  I really think...that you are so lucky!  Congratulations!!

[kellym]

OH, you will be just fine! I can't wait to hear and see.... YAY!

[alice711]

Don't worry everything will be fine......You'll finally get to see your baby. Can't wait to hear from you again.
Good luck to and the little one!

[YvetteY]

Oh Tricia! I know how you are feeling.  I know this is so scary.  I think you and the baby will be fine.  You are probably in the OR prep room right now since your C/S is schedule at 5.  But I'm sure everything will turn out fine, esp since you're little guy is a good weight.  I'm excited to hear about your new son!   C-section is not so bad.  You'll see...it may take a little time to feel back to normal, but it's not that bad!

Good luck to you and  I hope all turns out well!!  

[adgal]

I'm sorry it's making you anxious, but Tricia, I am soooo excited for you!  You know we will all be in that room with you doing lot's of hand holding and ready to welcome that little boy into this world.  All is going to be just fine!  Congratulations, and love ya girl!!!

XOXO  Amanda

[PamelaBee]

I'm sure this is very bittersweet, cause I know you were hoping for another vaginal, but the good news is your little guy is going to be delivered today!!!  That is so wonderful!!  Try not to be scared, and just know your fan club (All of us) will be anxciously awaiting the news!  Congratulations Momma!!!  Keep us posted!  Pam

[rdh1981]

Tricia you broke my heart!!!! You are going to have your baby today, that is what you need to focus on!!!!! He will be in your arms in a matter of hours!!!!!!!!!  I had a section with Coop and it is not that bad, I actually have one scheduled for Cruz and I look forward to not ever being in labor! So stop stressing about that part!!!!!

His lungs are ready, he is fat and he is good to go!! So celebrate girly!!!!! If it makes you feel any better your belly will still look pregnant for the next few days anyway!!! : )

love ya,
Rachel

[have 2 kids]

Just remember the main goal is a healthy baby and focus on the fact you will be holding him within hours!   Good luck- I wish you both a happy and safe delivery.    

[prevatt77]

Awww Tricia...your brought tears to my eyes.  Sometimes I still wish I was pregnant with Gavin.  Somedays I actually miss being pregnant.

Well the doctors know best and I'm sure he is doing everything for a reason and everything will turn out just great.  Good luck to you and make sure you post some pictures of that big boy when you can!

Huggs,
Debbie