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I have more time, so some more info. It turned out she only had a 'high leak' of water originally, which probably sealed over. After a day or so of no progress, they found that out and broke the rest of the water. Unfortunately, she still didn't progress even though her contractions got so intense as to bring tears to her eyes (and mine!). After hours of this, she opted for an epidural, which they hoped would relax her and allow her to progress. It helped, but still no great progress (they actually use 18 hours as the amount of time they'll let you go once your water is broken, but they will extend it as long as there is no sign of infection). She went in for a Caesarean last night about 11, and then we had our baby. Mom and baby have been doing fantastic, she had no complications...that is what had me scared, considering her history with major abdominal surgery. Pictures will be available as soon as my In-laws offload them from the digital camera.
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quote:After hours of this, she opted for an epidural, which they hoped would relax her and allow her to progress.
After HOURS??!!! Epidural is your friend. Her friend, too. The first thing we tell the doctors when we get to the hospital is, 'Bring the epidural!' No sense waiting.
Pain sucks.
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Congrats Arthur and Tick! Welcome to the world, Thomas Paul Ticklet! Tick, also very responsible of you to wait the requisite 12 hours before posting at Hatrack, so you could spend that time with wife and child. I notice you didn't go overboard, though, which we appreciate, since we were all waiting for the news. Our prayers for continued health and quick recovery.
Congrats, Tick and Arthur! I'm sure the Ticklet will grow up to be a fine young jatraquero in no time! Posts: 3801 | Registered: Jan 2000
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quote:The first thing we tell the doctors when we get to the hospital is, 'Bring the epidural!' No sense waiting.
That's our rule of thumb too. Ingrown toenail? Bring on the epidural! Need a plantars wart frozen off? Bring on the epidural! Feeling a little blue? Bring on the epidural!
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Thanks for all the congrats, guys! Baby and Mom are both still doing wonderful. Here are some pictures. I didn't take these, so I apologize for the quality. More will be added (including ones with me in them, heh).
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Congratulations Tick! Nothing beats it. I wonder if you will be posting much over the next few weeks . . .
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We are home from the hospital! My wife is doing great, so they paroled her early. Everyone is still good. Once I make it back to the in-law's house, I'll have some really good pictures of the wee one. She may post a note later...thanks guys!
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Arthur, you absolutely glow! Especially after such a long delivery! What an adorable baby boy! And bonding with parents and grandparents nicely *bubbles*
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Thanks for all the congrats guys! I've added a couple of pictures to the gallery, and will try to add more soon. I'm back at work, which is probably the hardest part of all this. I want to be home with my wife and child. He's such a good kid too...doesn't cry all that much, very laid back. If we could work on this sleeping at night thing, we'd be all set. Posts: 5422 | Registered: Dec 2001
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Thanks! He's been Thomas so far, but I'm sure he'll end up with a nickname, no matter how hard my wife tries to avoid it. Posts: 5422 | Registered: Dec 2001
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I logged out of my Snarky name just so you would know that I'm being sincere when I say, "Awwwww!"
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