Babies April 2015

Ronelle@ I had a doula and I would not have managed my looooong labor without her. She was my and hubbys rock. You dont need to have alot of meetings as long as you get one that you get along with and comfortable with that should be fine. It was money well spent on my side.
Regarding snacks, we took some and for me at the last stages i didnt want anything but helped that i hate during the early stages. I had rehydrate as well and drank that alot too during labour and energy drinks.
That helped me alot.

Hi ladies

Thanks to all for the encouragement! I must admit, had another mini "breakdown" this morning. Feeling extremely sorry for myself Joking aside, I feel panicked about being so incredibly tired (I am not getting any sleep), my body being sooo sore and I can hardly move (this coming from someone who up until last week went to the gym daily! Now I am wondering how on earth did I think I can look after a newborn when I feel like this and possibly worse?!?!? I see your comments about hormones making it better post birth? Really?

Faffy_ Again I am so glad it all worked out good in the end. Perhaps not the way you planned it but all is well that ends well as long as you and Fynn are healthy. You look radiant on the FB pics by the way!

Gloei_ Please, no offence or anything like that taken!! I appreciate every single suggestion and piece of advice that you guys share, you rock! I hear you about the doulah, I am just confused as I was told you can only have one birthing partner with you during labour so you have to choose between doulah and hubby? I would not want to exclude the hubby from this. And also, can one still get a doulah so close to the time? Does one not need some sort of history or several meetings etc? Not sure, did not really think of the option because of the birth partner issue...

Nels_ The fact that you got some sleep deserves a round of applause! Well done, getting there! I am also sorry to hear of your tragedy, it seems murphy and the never rains but pours situation is one of the few things we can rely on I remember you being March and then April yes, you had such perseverance!

Starry_ What's up? Your sooo quiet?

Finally, one last question, I see so many articles recommending that your partner take snacks and drinks with for you to eat / drink during labour. Did any of you do this?

In the interim I will try to remain calm and try to get some sleep during today. Seeing the doc first thing in the morning...

Starreyed@ how are you doing? How is csection healing?
Newbie@ Is your lb enjoying his sister? How is the breastfeeding coming along?
Amara is enjoying his baby brother, he is helping out alot.
It seems my spinal was not done well it keeps giving me headaches and some other issues, I never had this with my first but appearantly it will get better in a few weeks. Need to see the Chiro soon too.
I tried the cloth nappies and they worked nicely. Breast feeding is ok but my right breast is a bit tender but so far so good apart from the feeding schedule that K decides on. As i feed on demand.
How are you ladies doing so far? Hope I have not forgotten any one.

Morning ladies

had some sleep today, how are you ladies doing? Tried to read as much as possible of your previous posts and trying to reply while K is alseep.
Gloie@ how are you doing? Has the healing been better with the oils? How is your big girl doing, is she getting better with the baby?
Faffy@ glad to hear that, please try relax and pee often and if possible get a belly binder. Enjoying your bundle is more important.
Ronelle@ remember I was a March mommy in actual fact and ended up being a April mommy:D. Babies decide their birth date and birth so try relax and enjoy these days , its hard and frustrating I know but just keep doing what you were doing and just relax you will need it.

Hi Ladies,

faffymum - so glad to hear you are doing well! I am glad you have peace with the birth, I agree having all the lovely hormones from the labour is great. Enjoy cuddle time. xx

RonelleB - I just realised I might have sounded that I think you should be getting a doula in my previous post, hope it didn't come across that way...I actually just wanted to mention it here just for other ladies in general (since I know a lot of other pregnant moms read here too) that I am glad I paid the extra R1500 for the doula and for me it helped especially because I was trying for a VBAC (slightly more challenging). Hope you are still in good spirits with the waiting... xx

Nels - good to hear from you!! So sorry to hear about the family tragedy, can imagine this must be quite overwhelming with everything going on now too. Wow, can't believe your LB is already a month!! Time flies when you aren't getting any sleep hey? Glad to hear that he is picking up weigh nicely.

I think my baby is getting a cold (from my hubby or 6 year old)...Hoping that my breastmilk can help her to fight it...

Thanks everyone!
I am doing really well. Yes I was disappointed but I know I did everything I could. And I allowed him to decide when he wants to be born and gave him labour hormones etc so I am happy and proud of us. My baby was a little champion. I am loving every minute of getting to know him.

RonelleB.. I know how frustrating it can be to be waiting. But it'll happen soon and you'll do so great. and you'll meet your little super star. You can do it!!! You will be just fine and so beautifully in love in no time

Faffymum! Congratulations on the birth of your little boy!! Welcome little man to the world.

I am sorry to hear that things didn't quite go as you hoped for. By the sounds of things you gave it your absolute everything and things just didn't play along. That is the thing with birth, it is so unpredictable and must accept the cards one is dealt at the end of the day. Well done for perservering for so long - I know that I came to a point that if the baby wasn't born when she was I doubt I could go on for much longer, I was getting really exhausted, so I totally get what you are saying. Please don't be hard on yourself, you have done so well and I am glad you and baby are safe (what counts the most in any case). Good luck with the recovery and take care of yourself. xx

RonelleB - How does the afrikaans saying go "die agteros kom ook in die kraal?!" I am sure you will have your turn soon.
Do you have a doula? At the last moment I decided to get a doula who was also a reflexologist - I am really glad I did that as I enjoyed the "mothering touch" of the doula and her encouraging words alongside my husband who held my hand through each surge. Will come and check on you - so please keep us updated!!!! Stay strong - you can do it!!!!!!!!!