~How My Appointment Went~
By Jennifer
@LovingMyBabies (85923)
Valdosta, Georgia
February 8, 2017 5:01pm CST
So I got back from my appointment a little while ago. Baby Josiah is completely head down now. Apparently this is God's will and I am supposed to have another natural labor.
My doctor won't do a c-section unless medically necessary but she did recommend getting the epidural this time because of my back issue... I don't know. A needle anywhere near my spine is not comforting so I have to pray about that for a while.
So...it's up to God and Josiah as to when he's ready to join us. We will see. =)
I'm feeling a little less emotional this evening, still concerned about my back during labor though...
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@marsha32 (6631)
• United States
9 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies That needle scared me from having an epidural with any of my 4 children...and scared my oldest daughter from having it with any of her 5 children. My middle daughter had it with both of hers and my youngest also got one. With them I was happy as they were driving me mad with their screaming and crying over the pain :)
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@marlina Thank you! =) I am not a needle person at all so that scares me.
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@marlina (154103)
• Canada
9 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies I had my other C-section with "all out anesthesia". Have you considered this?
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@Happy2BeMe (99353)
• Canada
8 Feb 17
Glad to hear that he has turned, that is wonderful news. You can decide about the epidural when the time comes. For now try to relax and not worry too much.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@Happy2beme Thank you. =) Yeah I will decide when I see how bad the pain will be this time. I need to somehow find a way to relax and not think so much.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
10 Feb 17
@Hatley Thank you so much. I am still debating about it because I really do not trust doctors at all.
@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@LadyDuck Thank you. I am thinking about it, and I will be praying about it too. =)
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@LadyDuck (502429)
• Italy
9 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies I also fear the needles, I understand your fear.
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@Marilynda1225 (91075)
• United States
8 Feb 17
Both my daughters had epidurals successfully but I'm sure God will come through for you when it's time for Josiah to make his entrance.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@Marilynda1225 Yeah, needles and I don't go mesh well. Lol. I know God will be right there with us. =)
@Morleyhunt (21741)
• Canada
8 Feb 17
Five kids. No epidural. The thought of that needle scares me more than ten labours.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@Morleyhunt I am right there with you. It scares me too.
@lovinangelsinstead21 (36847)
• Pamplona, Spain
9 Feb 17
I knew in a way that he would turn himself down the right way clever chap that one. Good luck and safe and happy delivery for both of you.
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@lovinangelsinstead21 (36847)
• Pamplona, Spain
10 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies
Trust in yourself and things will be well sure of it really am. Much love to Josiah.
@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
10 Feb 17
@lovinangelsinstead21 Thank you very much, I hope it's an easy delivery too.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@besweet Yeah the thought of it scares me as well. I have never had it and I never wanted to but it depends on the pain I think. Thank you!
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@besweet Thank you! He's due on February 20th. =)
@besweet (9831)
• Ireland
9 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies Whatever you decide we will support you!
How long do you have until your baby is born?
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@silvermist (19701)
• India
9 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies So far so good.Every thing will work out fine.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@silvermist I pray it will all go well. Thank you.
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@LeaPea2417 (40029)
• Toccoa, Georgia
9 Feb 17
Great news and personally the needle for the epidural going into my back when I delivered my 2nd son, truly saved my life. I highly recommend it.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@Leapea2417 Thank you. It's definitely something I will have to think about for a while because that thought scares the life out of me.
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@LeaPea2417 (40029)
• Toccoa, Georgia
10 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies I am not afraid of needles because I have had my blood drawn a lot because of a hospital stay I endured when I was young.
@Juliaacv (56207)
• Canada
9 Feb 17
That's wonderful news, I am so relieved for you!
I understand how you feel about the epidural going into the spine, and I would really have to think on it if it were me. You take your time and think on it, as I know that you'll do what's best in the end.
Great news!
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@Juliaacv Thank you! =) Yeah I hate needles and especially anything going into my spine does not make me happy at all. I doubt I will get it but it also depends on the pain level this time. Thanks!
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@Juliaacv That's the kind of thing that scares me. I am healthy right now and I don't want to take the chance of doing something that could hurt my body in any way. I don't want to end up paralyzed with 5 children!
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@Juliaacv (56207)
• Canada
9 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies For me my labour pains were quickly forgotten once I saw that beautiful little face, but I know of ladies who have dealt with memories of the epidural long after the birth. One lady I know told me that she had one that froze only one side of her body, and she had a bit of trouble walking after that. Be 100% sure you want one before you ask for it.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
10 Feb 17
@akalinus Thank you very much. =) I hope this time will be an easy delivery.
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@akalinus (44366)
• United States
12 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies I pray that for you. An easy delivery, perfect baby, perfect mom, good health for all.
@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
10 Feb 17
@HazySue I know some say it's great-others say not so much. I honestly don't trust doctors to do it right. They are humans and they make mistakes every day-which scares me when messing with my spine. And I haven't had good experiences with doctors in the past. Thank you!
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@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
10 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies you have to do what is right for you. For some it is good for some not so much. Whatever you decide you need to feel comfortable with it. Hope the delivery is quick and easy.
@atoz1to10 (6780)
• Australia
8 Feb 17
I'm happy that you are OK now. Don't worry about anything yet... You just need to keep yourself happy and healthy, then your baby will be happy and healthy too. How long do you have to go again? (I forgot)
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@atozz1to10 Thank you. =) I am going to just keep praying and hope for the best when it comes time for labor. I am due on February 20th.
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@atoz1to10 (6780)
• Australia
9 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies wow, you are nearly there... Have you got everything ready for the baby? Take care.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@atoz1to10 Yeah we are getting close! Yes we have everything. =)
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@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
9 Feb 17
I'm so relieved. My daughter had a epidural and the needle wasn't much fun but after that it was easy street. Just let it roll off you and you are almost there. Josiah will be a special boy.
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@celticeagle (189838)
• Boise, Idaho
9 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies .....My daughter's the same way but she was glad she did it.
@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@celticeagle Thanks. Yeah I hate needles so I don't think I could do it. Thank you. =)
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@infatuatedbby (94909)
• United States
9 Feb 17
I read the update here!
Yay, glad baby is head down. Your due date is coming up soon? =)?
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@infatuatedbby (94909)
• United States
9 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies Coming up real quick :) So exciting!!
@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@infatuatedbby Thank you! Yes February 20th is my due date. =)
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
9 Feb 17
Yeehawww @LovingMyBabies !! During natural labor, the body has a tendency to tighten up (all muscles clamping down), causing extra stress on the body. I think it's the mind telling the body to, "Hurry up, let's get this over with." Whereas with the use of an epidural, it lessens the muscle stress and you're not having to clamp down as hard because it's not really necessary. It is absolutely crucial that they know 'exactly' where to inject you. Too high is not good as it will be ineffective during the birthing process and will cause bad headaches.
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@nanette64 Yeah I don't have good luck or experiences with doctors so it worries me. One wrong move on their part or mine could result in something bad happening-which is what really concerns me.
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@nanette64 (20363)
• Fairfield, Texas
10 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies I am so praying for you. Now we both agree that this is the last baby; correct?
@missjessicadawn (3286)
• United States
9 Feb 17
I'll be praying for you! You got this! :-)
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
10 Feb 17
@missjessicadawn Thank you for praying for me. =) And I appreciate your confidence in me!
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@amandajay (23262)
• New Zealand
9 Feb 17
Wow.really happy to hear it... You can go for a normal delivery
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
9 Feb 17
@amandajay Yes I can have a natural labor. Thank you.
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@amandajay (23262)
• New Zealand
13 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies thats nice.. I hope he is already with you
@Friendlypink (3805)
•
9 Feb 17
As far as i know if its near your due date there is really a big chance that the baby will be on the right or proper place or spot. So how are younfeeling right now?
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@LovingMyBabies (85923)
• Valdosta, Georgia
10 Feb 17
@Friendlypink Not always, sometimes they are breeched and women have to get c-sections. My baby turned head down which is good.
@Friendlypink (3805)
•
11 Feb 17
@LovingMyBabies thats good to hear hope you will have a safe delivery. Do u already know the gender?
