Calling all the Pregnant PS''ers

[Lorelei]

Oh TG, she is so adorably cute and precious!!! Many thanks for posting the pics, and your labour story, which I found riveting!!! You are an absolute trouper and now you can enjoy your little Princess!!!

Way to go Tgal....

 

[dani13]

OMG, TGal, your story brought tears to my eyes....Isnt it so funny that I do this everyday (my job), and it still moves me every time I hear a birth story?! You really went through alot, and I have to say...thank goodness your water broke when it did, b/c if the toxemia progressed you probably would have been in deeper trouble within another day or two....I am assuming your platelet count was 91,000? That number is on the lower side....not dangerously low, but definitely a "what's going on" low. With toxemia, a potential complication/sequelae is something called HELLP syndrome... HELLP being an acronym for Hemolysis, Elevated liver enzymes, and Low platelets)-it could be life threatening if not caught in time. You are lucky your platelets didnt drop much more than that....if so, they would not have given you an epidural b/c of potential complications concerning bleeding.

Even though you had some complications thrown into the mix, thank God you and the baby are healthy. When crappy things happen in life, I will usually say to myself, "you know, it could have been alot worse." And that is not to downplay what you went through, b/c you did go through so much, but I think the point is is that things could really have been alot worse, bottom line. I believe I think like that b/c of what I do for a living. I see great things often in my job, and I see terrible things often in my job. Labor & Delivery is no joke. Its a critical care unit for mothers & babies!!! Its one of those places that ANYTHING can happen at ANY time, and you have to be prepared for that.

Thank you for sharing your story. Amelia is precious!!!! What a cutie!!!

 

[diamondfan]

TGal, OMG I am in love. What a tiny little sweet face. How is it all going?

I am so sorry about your experience. But it is why, on the other thread about birth, I said that natural is great if you can do it, but that sometimes medically there are issues and it cannot be. In those moments, getting the baby out and preserving the baby and mother's health is what counts.

I am glad you are okay now. Next time, they will be watching you for this, all along...so it will not be quite as precarious.

 

[Ellen]

Date: 4/9/2008 9:31:52 AM
Author: TravelingGal

I became a fool for her in that moment. And that, boys and girls, is no joke.

Aww, that made me tear up TG. And just think, it only gets better.

Thanks for the story, loved it! And Miss Amelia is so very beautiful and petite!

Congrats again, to the both of you!

 

[Allison D.]

Tgal, Amelia is just GORGEOUS!

I''m sitting here with the goofiest smile on my face. She is just darling.

When I think of all she''s been through to get here (starting with your car accidents!), I just marvel at her journey. She was absolutely worth the wait!

Congratulations, mama.

 

[Kaleigh]

Awwww, Miss Amelia is sooooo pretty!!

I was really waiting to read your birthing story!! Wow you really went through it didn't you? Sounds like my experience when I had Ashley. Glad the c section wasn't too bad for you.

She's just precious!!

 

[LitigatorChick]

Great to hear from you, TGal. I am so glad that you and Amelia are doing well. She looks so sweet!

 

[Dandi]

Tgal, what an awesome story, I was enthralled by the whole thing! And like Dani we see this stuff at every day (operating theatre = lots of c-sections! Or caesers, as Aussies tend to all them

), yet I can''t get enough of hearing about mew mums'' firsthand accounts of their birthing stories, and yours was exceptionally great to read!

And Amelia is too too cute. Well done!!!

 

[bee*]

She''s beautiful TGal-only you could write about that experience in a way which had me laughing out loud!

 

[jas]

Bless your heart, TGal, for sharing your story. I actually laughed through tears while reading it.

Needless to say, Amelia is a beauty.

Thanks for sharing. We are all so thrilled everything worked out for the best.

April Fool-for-Amelia indeed!

Well done!

 

[Selkie]

Congratulations TGal! She''s beautiful (no surprise there, we''ve all seen you and your DH in your wedding photos)!
Love your birth story, I laughed, I cried, it was better than...well, you know.

 

[CrownJewel]

Tgal, I was glued to the screen reading your story. I''m so glad you posted it, and even more glad that you and Amelia Skye (LOVE the name btw) are doing well now. She''s going to love her birth story when she gets older, because I know she''ll have a great sense of humor and she''ll say, "yeah, I took a while coming out because I was primping. I had to look good for my first appearance Mom."

And she''s gorgeous! My nephew is half Chinese half Spanish, and over the past 6 months, he''s been like a chameleon. One month he looks more Chinese. The next month he looks more Spanish.

I can''t wait to see a million more pictures of Amelia!

 

[ladypirate]

TGal--Amelia is GORGEOUS! Definitely worth the wait.

 

[Mrs Mitchell]

MrsS, congratulations! I'm so pleased for you and your husband.

TGal, she's beautiful. She really is. My congratulations to you and TGuy. I'm sitting here crying over just how beautiful your little girl is.

Jen

 

[janinegirly]

Thanks for sharing your story TGAL, it was a gripping and emotional read

Although now I''m getting reallly nervous for labor&delivery..even though it''s months away! I''m not so good with pain and unknown!

And not to sound repetitive, but Amelia is adorable--I thought babies came out a bit wrinkly and pink but she''s so cute and teensy and already see a personality! So hard to believe she was in your belly a little over a week ago!

I look forward to hearing more and seenig more photos! Keep us posted and congrats again!!!!

 

[lovelylulu]

t-gal - thanks so much for sharing your story! i too was laughing and crying -- right here in my office. ha!! amelia is absolutely precious. i love how she''s completely swallowed up by that onsie. too cute.

so glad that you are both safe and healthy!

 

[qtiekiki]

Tgal - You are an amazing woman. You were so calm and kept your humor through everything. Your birth story is empowering. The paragraph about your love for Amelia brought tear to my eyes; I can’t wait for that moment in my life. Amelia is so precious and so alert for a newborn. You better get on taking more pics because baby just grows too fast. Congrats again.

 

[sevens one]

thanks so much for sharing your story t-gal
you got to experience it all --- with one labor/delivery!
You have about 3 to 4 birth stories all rolled into one!
She''s just precious

 

[KimberlyH]

TGal, she is perfect and your story was better than the pay-per-view we watched last night. Take care of yourself and enjoy that beautiful little girl.

 

[Burk]

Thanks for sharing your story and pictures Tgal! Amelia looks so sweet and innocent.

 

[blushingbride]

Yay for baby Amelia - what a cutie!!!??? She's a little piece of heaven!

Thank you for posting all the details about your labor and delivery...gosh, you went through a lot!

I am so happy to hear that you are both happy and healthy!!! Post more pics!!

Congrats to MrsS!!!! Best wishes to Jas12!!!!

 

[jas]

Thinking of you, Jas12. Hope all is well!

 

[AmberWaves]

De-lurking to say: Congrats to MrsS! Can''t wait to see picks of Jake! Good luck to Jas12 (looks like your screen name was prophetic?), and best wishes for a healthy L&D and baby! Also, TGal, Amelia is absolutely precious, and your birth story gave me chills. Have you mentioned it before, and I''ve missed it, but where did you deliver?

Also: healthy wishes for all the moms to be... where is Lili?

 

[Dee*Jay]

Wow T-Gal that is pretty amazing! (I think you deserve some pretty serious bling for an experience like that...

)

Jas12, hope all is well. Can''t wait to hear from you!

BTW, I am *officially* spending WAY TOO MUCH time on the preggo thread! I had a dream last night that I was pregnant but I did''t realize it until the 5th month.

 

[jas]

Date: 4/9/2008 12:02:37 PM
Author: Dee*Jay
Wow T-Gal that is pretty amazing! (I think you deserve some pretty serious bling for an experience like that...

)

Jas12, hope all is well. Can't wait to hear from you!

BTW, I am *officially* spending WAY TOO MUCH time on the preggo thread! I had a dream last night that I was pregnant but I did't realize it until the 5th month.

*crooks finger and gives an evil smile* Join us DeeJay!

 

[Skippy123]

Date: 4/9/2008 9:31:52 AM
Author: TravelingGal

Which was a good thing because as I looked into her eyes, which were alert and calm, I felt the first overpowering, awesome, humbling love for her. My eyes filled with tears as I was really surprised and overcome by it all. This was my baby…my child for the rest of my life and it was an amazing thing to feel.

I became a fool for her in that moment. And that, boys and girls, is no joke.

Tears rolling down my face here; she is absolutely beautiful

Congrats and thank goodness you are both okay

DeeJay, you made me lol about your dream. I love reading the preggo thread too!!!

 

[radiantgirl]

TGal - Your birthing story brought me to tears! What an ordeal you went through in order to have her, but in the end you and your baby are all healthy and safe, and that''s all that matters.

I love this line from you: "Which was a good thing because as I looked into her eyes, which were alert and calm, I felt the first overpowering, awesome, humbling love for her. My eyes filled with tears as I was really surprised and overcome by it all. This was my baby…my child for the rest of my life and it was an amazing thing to feel."

Amelia Skye is so cute and adorable! Just look at that face!

I was scared to death of labor and delivery, but after going through a miscarriage recently, I know that whatever you have to go through in order to have a healthy baby, it is all so worth it in the end.

Congrats to you and your hubby on your newest addition!

Please enjoy this precious time with her and hope you have an easy and quick recovery.

 

[curlygirl]

TGal, I am in tears after reading your story! Wow, I can't believe everything you went through and I am so glad you were able to maintain your sense of humor and calmness. Amelia is GORGEOUS!!!! She is such a beauty, can't wait to see more photos. Hope you and TGuy are doing well and enjoying your beautiful bundle of love. She is precious.

Jas12, sending lots of good vibes your way. I hope you're holding your baby right now. Looking forward to hearing all about it.

As for me, I had my amnio this morning. Piece of cake. Seriously. My doctor is such a pro. The procedure took all of a minute and I literally felt a teeny pinch, a little bit of pressure and then it was over. No cramping this time, nothing. The best part is that this came with basically a full anatomy scan!!! The technician was amazing and took about 30 minutes to check everything out. And we saw everything. Or maybe not everything. Like we didn't see a penis! Yup, ladies, IT'S A GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am obviously overjoyed! I can just come right out and say now that I really wanted another girl. A boy would have been great but for whatever reason, I just wanted a girl again--kinda like me and my own sister. DH was also thrilled and practically jumped out of his seat when we were shown that there was nothing between the legs (he has father issues so he is more comfortable having daughters). So Miss Lily is going to have a little sister! We are very blessed and excited. Now we have to think about names! We will get the full results of the amnio in about 10 days but based on the ultrasound and my NT results, my doctor said she doesn't think there's anything for us to worry about. The best part of this whole thing is that I still get to have my big anatomy scan in a few weeks so we get to see HER again. I think I can finally exhale and start to enjoy this pregnancy!

 

[snlee]

TGal, you are one AMAZING woman! What a birth story! I am glad no one came by my desk because I had tears in my eyes reading about your first time meeting your daughter and your love for your daughter. Then to see the gorgeous picture of Amelia! She is so precious.

Birth stories are so moving. I am an emotional wreck. All these babies being born....so exciting! I can't wait to become a mother, just a little over 6 months from now.

Jas12, thinking of you! I can't wait to hear an update!

 

[snlee]

curlygirl, yay a girl! How exciting!!! I''m thrilled for you. Yay! Now, yes, exhale, and start enjoying your pregnancy!!! Are you about 16 weeks now? Have you felt her move yet?