tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post5403061752760783780..comments2024-03-27T19:04:31.290-05:00Comments on The Amazing Trips: ready or notThe Amazing Tripshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13761348688069779544noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-17892900998600375752007-06-28T19:50:00.000-05:002007-06-28T19:50:00.000-05:00Hi Cuz!I've been reading your blog for a few weeks...Hi Cuz!<BR/>I've been reading your blog for a few weeks.(Kathy H. told me about it). <BR/><BR/>You are a scream!! I am often howling out loud with your stories & expressions. Where in the world do you find the time to keep this blog going? You're one AMAZING mom! <BR/><BR/>The children are beautiful....I see such strong family resemblances, especially the girls. Wouldn't it be nice to deliver your son on 07/07/07 ...Noni would love it! Albiet a long time to live with that edema.<BR/><BR/>Best of luck in the next few days. I'm thinking of you and praying that all goes well...and most especially looking forward to your L&D story!! I know it will be a good one.<BR/><BR/>Give my Godmother a hug!<BR/> <BR/>Tons of mush...<BR/>ReginaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-24363593902878371622007-06-27T19:45:00.000-05:002007-06-27T19:45:00.000-05:00And to the burning question:"Is there really only ...And to the burning question:<BR/><BR/>"Is there really only one in there?!"Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-10908253735880426522007-06-27T19:43:00.000-05:002007-06-27T19:43:00.000-05:00Wishing you the best of luck, Jen. I hope the deli...Wishing you the best of luck, Jen. I hope the delivery goes nice and smooth. Update when you're well rested. Take your time. No rush. (We will be waiting <I>very</I> patiently for the news. ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-29516458477942870422007-06-27T17:47:00.000-05:002007-06-27T17:47:00.000-05:00delurking to say I am also very surprised you've o...delurking to say I am also very surprised you've only heard negative VBAC stories. Wishing you the best with whatever you decide, but you'll never regret it if you make the decision to have a VBAC.<BR/><BR/>I'm really excited for you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-13701243149123295062007-06-27T15:50:00.000-05:002007-06-27T15:50:00.000-05:00This is all so very exciting! I've been following...This is all so very exciting! I've been following your blog for about 5 months now, so it's even exciting for me, someone you've never even met!, for this baby's birth! You are going to have your hands full, of course, but that's something you're used to, right!? You just have to do what you feel is best for you. You'll know when the time comes... just relax and imagine holding that precious baby of yours! Good luck! Can't wait to hear that you've had the baby (as long as your husband doesn't delete the whole blog, of course)!<BR/><BR/>Jane, Pinks & Blues GirlsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-26228202334995560902007-06-27T15:22:00.000-05:002007-06-27T15:22:00.000-05:00I bet the only decision as to whether you deliver ...I bet the only decision as to whether you deliver or not today is if you caved and ate. Did you eat yet? Someday you can tell Nemo that the hardest decision you had to make was not open the freezer! Good luck!!!Michele Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15061520456909635254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-87186303551446475792007-06-27T14:57:00.000-05:002007-06-27T14:57:00.000-05:00I completely understand what you mean about not wa...I completely understand what you mean about not wanting to take the baby out before he's ready.<BR/>I felt that way strongly with my first and same with this one now.<BR/>As I've mentioned before I don't have the VBAC choice, but I do wish my doc would let me go into labor before starting the C-section. <BR/>As it is the best I can hope for is that she'll let me go to 39 weeks...<BR/>Crossing my fingers that all goes well and that you are at peace with your final decision!Jessica R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03195009922804434161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-26671697432460798642007-06-27T13:40:00.000-05:002007-06-27T13:40:00.000-05:00I have google alert me whenever someone mentions a...I have google alert me whenever someone mentions a VBAC because I own a VBAC blog: <A HREF="http://www.vbacadventure.com" REL="nofollow">VBACAdventure.com</A>.<BR/><BR/>I am curious to see if you went along with your c-section today or if you decided to wait it out. I just want you to know that there are plenty of moms that have had successful VBACs. If that is what you choose, you have nothing to be ashamed of. VBAC is safe. It is also completely normal to want to experience what your body was designed to do: birth vaginally.Kendrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01978759447747079131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-64394084953789589302007-06-27T13:02:00.000-05:002007-06-27T13:02:00.000-05:00I was really surprised to hear you say that you ca...I was really surprised to hear you say that you can't find any positive VBAC stories because that seems to be all that I hear! My boss's wife had 2 VBACs after her first daughter's c-section and went totally natural both times and loved it. <BR/><BR/>I really think it's just different for everyone (pregnancy and birth) and that you've got to do what feels right for you. <BR/><BR/>That's so sweet about the trips sensing what's up. And good that the baby will be prepared to get screamed at occasionally! Hee hee.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-14139471925439339452007-06-27T12:47:00.000-05:002007-06-27T12:47:00.000-05:00These pictures of your "babies" are so precious an...These pictures of your "babies" are so precious and poignant. <BR/><BR/>All the very best for today and the week to follow!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-4137065780622977322007-06-27T10:48:00.000-05:002007-06-27T10:48:00.000-05:00Well if you decided on the c-section, you are prob...Well if you decided on the c-section, you are probably already at the hospital. Good luck to you, things will go perfect. I have grown to love your blog, and you have such adorable babies! Can't wait to see the new addition. Yay, almost there with #4!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-6252940619240076662007-06-27T09:22:00.000-05:002007-06-27T09:22:00.000-05:00All of my friends who have had c-sections have reg...All of my friends who have had c-sections have regretted it. All of my friends who have had VBACs have been so thrilled and proud of themselves. One has had 3 VBACs, including an 11 lb. 10 oz. baby at home, no drugs, in a birthing pool! I know so many moms who joined ICAN because they were profoundly depressed after their c-section. I don't know any who have willing gone back for a repeat.<BR/><BR/>At least if you wait until going into labor, you know the baby is fully "cooked" and ready to be born.<BR/><BR/>I think you're having doubts about it, despite all the horrors you're hearing, because your maternal instincts are saying "this is not right." Listen to them. It's your body, your baby, your birth. No one else is carrying this baby. No one else has to recover from a c-section and have three toddlers jumping all over them.<BR/><BR/>I'm probably too late. You're probably already in the hospital but, if not, hang in there. Your son will come in his own time.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-73729620077326033732007-06-27T07:40:00.000-05:002007-06-27T07:40:00.000-05:00Oh Jen-I can't believe baby #4 will be here TODAY!...Oh Jen-<BR/>I can't believe baby #4 will be here TODAY! <BR/>I am beyond thrilled for you. <BR/>Sending blessings and love from Chicago to your new son....<BR/>Linda (Chicago)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-35016700791571766942007-06-27T07:06:00.000-05:002007-06-27T07:06:00.000-05:00Oh, I must leave you a comment before the BIG day!...Oh, I must leave you a comment before the BIG day!! I'm wishing you well and can't wait to see and hear all about little Nemo.<BR/><BR/>BTW I'll throw my 2 cents in, my sister-in-law had a very successful VBAC. With her first, she was in labor for at least 15 hours and the baby wasn't budging resulting in a c-section. Five years later she did some research, as you did, and was highly encouraged by her doctor to attempt a VBAC. She was definitely a success story. THEN her 3rd child was also delivered vaginally. She wouldn't have done it ANY differently. I will say though, she was absolutely miserable with her c-section and the dr. on call totally botched her stomach up. I think if things had gone differently with her first, she wouldn't have been SO opposed to having a repeat c-section. <BR/><BR/>My 2 cents is that vaginal delivery is overrated! (I delivered Brittney this way.) Sure you have to recover from major surgery with a c-section, but the baby's risks are reduced so much more. I was HIGHLY encouraged to vaginally deliver the boys. They gave me a pitocin (sp?)drip for 8 hours. I got to 9 centimeters and the babies heartbeats were so crazy and we kept sounding off all the alarms on the floor. After the 4th or 5th time of EVERYone rushing into my room, my doctor suggested we do a c-section to make sure nothing happened to the babies.<BR/><BR/>So, sorry I'm rambling and really haven't given you anything to go off of, but I wanted to write to you before you delivered.<BR/><BR/>I say "GO C-SECTION". I'll be praying for you and the babies' health!!!Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13715142678250582661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-56560200298836003472007-06-27T06:23:00.000-05:002007-06-27T06:23:00.000-05:00Thinking of you today!!!!Thinking of you today!!!!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03903375700915031290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-61327183159809397582007-06-27T06:15:00.000-05:002007-06-27T06:15:00.000-05:00Jen,((hugs)) I SOOOOO totally know what you mean, ...Jen,<BR/><BR/>((hugs)) I SOOOOO totally know what you mean, wanting this pregnancy to have more choice, more 'spontaneity" ...to somehow be like a "real" pregnancy instead of a closely-monitored, hold-your-breath, high risk one. I had to think LONG and hard about the fact that 'wanting a normal pregnancy experience' was NOT a good enough reason to try and get pg again.<BR/><BR/>I hear you, sister.<BR/><BR/>As for the VBAC/No VBAC debate, my two cents is that it doesn't really matter HOW that baby gets here, but that Mum and Bub are happy and healthy. This child won't get married, have kids, and eventually pass thinking, "Gee, if only my Mom had had me via VBAC my life would be different."<BR/><BR/>Looking forward to Charlie's next post. <BR/><BR/>Michelleemzeegee & the hungry threehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05157103839748631293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-91770309191938944952007-06-27T01:53:00.000-05:002007-06-27T01:53:00.000-05:00I'm sure you'll be fine, whatever you choose! Good...I'm sure you'll be fine, whatever you choose! Good luck today! Can't wait to see the "ping" in my Bloglines account telling us about wonder baby number 4!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-86008588184138110842007-06-27T01:16:00.000-05:002007-06-27T01:16:00.000-05:00Wishing you all the best in whatever desion you ma...Wishing you all the best in whatever desion you make! <BR/>And remember that this little one has to come out some way and in the end as long at it comes out! Well hugz to you and your family!!! <BR/> Oh btw cant beat chesse on pizza!!Chelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18045569846716531166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-42316512605684183532007-06-26T23:51:00.000-05:002007-06-26T23:51:00.000-05:00I say listen to your heart to wait until the baby ...I say listen to your heart to wait until the baby is ready. It will happen and you won't be pregnant forever. And I know at least three women personally who have had incredibly positive, empowering and safe VBACs. You can do it! Trust your body and your baby. And eat some watermelon for that swelling, lots of water, and salt to taste in your diet. Hang in there!Sweetpeahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08907018953738729583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-68315915767817390102007-06-26T23:50:00.000-05:002007-06-26T23:50:00.000-05:0027June is a great day to be born. I would know as ...27June is a great day to be born. I would know as it's my birthday. Much peace as you make this decision.Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16668765369326989354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-59424015888624680982007-06-26T23:44:00.000-05:002007-06-26T23:44:00.000-05:00Well its already Wednesday afternoon in Australia!...Well its already Wednesday afternoon in Australia! <BR/>Wishing you a lot of good luck today- whatever you decide.<BR/>RebeccaDAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-26802165720050082132007-06-26T22:37:00.000-05:002007-06-26T22:37:00.000-05:00Wow! It's time, huh?? I am so excited for you! Wis...Wow! It's time, huh?? <BR/>I am so excited for you! Wishing you best of luck w/ whatever you decide to do. Cannot wait to read udpates from Charlie!<BR/><BR/>Cloe (Carolyn's boards)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-15168420929359623162007-06-26T22:19:00.000-05:002007-06-26T22:19:00.000-05:00Looking forward to more adventures! Good luck wit...Looking forward to more adventures! Good luck with the special delivery!ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10107387078104994223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-16199123302182077112007-06-26T22:11:00.000-05:002007-06-26T22:11:00.000-05:00Good luck! Will be thinking of you tomorrow! hug...Good luck! Will be thinking of you tomorrow! hugs<BR/>AnnieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24756113.post-8761650149187997772007-06-26T21:12:00.000-05:002007-06-26T21:12:00.000-05:00Okay, I'm delurking to say that I LOVED my VBAC to...Okay, I'm delurking to say that I LOVED my VBAC too!! :D Just had to come out and say it! I'd do it again in a heart beat!<BR/><BR/>Good luck with everything! Looking forward to seeing new pictures of the baby.<BR/><BR/>Also wanted to let you know how much I enjoy reading your blog! It sure brings a smile to my face.Juliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03249046716027081156noreply@blogger.com