Heather is sleeping behind me, the lights are out, and a tough stretch of contractions is behind us. There is no way we could have prepared ourselves for this amazing experience, and it seems as though we still have some ways to go before delivery.
I obviously can't describe just how painful some of these contractions were for her, but I also don't want to worry you either. Before putting in the epidural and since the last update, we took a short walk around the nurse's station, watched a little television, laughed and cried, and shared a popsicle. It was nice for her to get on her feet and stroll out of the room for a bit; not only was she smiling and being herself, but walking also helps position the baby. Contractions intensified though, and we came back to the room. We have now been here for 20 hours.
Heather is doing great, she is sound asleep now, especially after receiving the epidural. Before she fell asleep, we had an intimate moment talking about how it was actually positive for her to feel the intensity of those contractions, but that she was glad the pain had subsided. Heather puts a 'shout out' to any of you have had natural child birth, her respect for you is at a whole new level!
Thank you to these two wonderful ladies, nurse Shirley (on the left) and our wonderful OB, Chris (on the right). They have provided us great support and attention!
Tough stretch is now behind us... please continue your prayers and loving support for us, we still have a long road ahead!
I obviously can't describe just how painful some of these contractions were for her, but I also don't want to worry you either. Before putting in the epidural and since the last update, we took a short walk around the nurse's station, watched a little television, laughed and cried, and shared a popsicle. It was nice for her to get on her feet and stroll out of the room for a bit; not only was she smiling and being herself, but walking also helps position the baby. Contractions intensified though, and we came back to the room. We have now been here for 20 hours.
Heather is doing great, she is sound asleep now, especially after receiving the epidural. Before she fell asleep, we had an intimate moment talking about how it was actually positive for her to feel the intensity of those contractions, but that she was glad the pain had subsided. Heather puts a 'shout out' to any of you have had natural child birth, her respect for you is at a whole new level!
Thank you to these two wonderful ladies, nurse Shirley (on the left) and our wonderful OB, Chris (on the right). They have provided us great support and attention!
Tough stretch is now behind us... please continue your prayers and loving support for us, we still have a long road ahead!
4 comments:
There's nothing like the nurses who help get you through this! Believe me, though, even though you might never forget the pain, the experience will only be a fond memory once it is all over. We are anxious to hear the news! Glad Heather is finally getting some much needed rest. You're a champ, Heather! We're thinking of you today! Becca, Drew and the girls
Shirley was my nurse when I delivered Chase 3 months ago! She was awesome. Remember to be nice to them because they can get you in to the better recovery rooms;-)
great news, thanks for the updates.
Julie felt the better than she had in over a month once the epidural started.
From a new husbands standpoint, I could never imagine natural birth either.
Keep up the strong work Bacon clan, sounds like you are in good hands.
C
sooo glad heather has the epidural! we are with you in spirit! karen, ej, cass and colin
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