Krissy- No I didn't get to Bf my girls. A lot happened that prevented it. I had one natural and the other was c-section. Graci had to go to Egleston Children's Hospital when she was about 2dys old. I was on a lot of medicines for pain....so long story short, it didn't happen like I wanted.

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Chrystie--YUCK! My sister had a c-section after 2 months in the hospital, and since she was on a constant drip of something to prevent prematurity (she had 100% placenta previa), and so she was unable to bf. It was too bad, b/c he was so premature that it would have probably benefitted him to have the breast milk. My other sister adopted, so obviously it was out of the question. And none of my friends have done it successfully, so I am trying to be informed so that I can hopefully make it work. I think the class is a good idea. Hopefully you get to try this time--Good luck!

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Just wanted to let you girls know that are planning to BF that I am studying right now to become a lactation consultant so if you have questions let me know. I may not know the answer but I have a ton of great resources right now

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Krissy- Yeah, I hope so too.

I am going to atleast try to Bf

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I bf Jeslynn, but I'm positive that it wouldn't have worked out had I not had an amazing lactation consultant at the hospital. My mom wasn't able to bf any of her 3 girls, so she really couldn't help much. Jeslynn kept putting her tongue to the roof of her mouth, so she couldn't latch on. Nancy, my LC was great! She was the only one, including all the nurses in the women's center at the hospital, who could get her to latch on. When I went home, I didn't have Nancy with me, so I had to use a nipple shield to get her to latch. Then I got a blister on one nipple that dried, cracked and bled, so I had to stop nursing from that side and only pump until it healed. It was a nightmare for a while. I'm so glad now that I stuck with it. But if it isn't something that you can do, don't beat yourself up about it. Not everyone can physically bf. My mom produced almost no milk. My older sister was 10 lbs, my younger sister was 9 lbs and I was 8.5! We would have starved if she had tried to nurse! lol

Sorry, that was a lot longer than I meant to write. Oh, and you can actually buy breast milk now. There is a center in my town where you can sell it. They screen it to make sure it is safe for other babies. I can't remember exactly how much, but if you are a major milk producer like me, they will pay you to go to the center and express your milk. Dh said I should go and I could be a cash cow! lol

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yeah, my sister (the one who had the premie) is in Houston, and they have some milk banks, but since he was in the hospital for a few weeks, she couldnt use them. The hospital said that they couldnt allow breast milk from another woman to be given, even though they test it, b/c there is too much liability if there were something wrong with the milk or if the woman donating did drugs or something. It was a real bummer for her. My mom was like you, said she could have been a wet nurse for the whole town, so I am really hopeful that I won't have any problems.

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I just was looking back and remembered this. Sorry I'm taking so long to answer.
I'm not sure what trimester you are in. I've heard that a lot of times it goes away on it's own during the 3rd trimester. That happened w/ Joel toward the end, and I never had to have fluid removed.
I had a c/s, but not related to that. (The placenta looked like it was failing so decided to deliver early.) Originally, I really wanted a vaginal birth. Then I realized I want whatever is healthiest and safest for my babies. C/S was the best choice, so I readily accepted it. I'm glad I did; my c/s was a beautiful experience.
Yes, you are right, people can be terribly rude. There were times that no one would hold a door, offer a seat, etc. even though I was visibly uncomfortable. And of course, the comments were just ridiculous at times.
As for labor, I was one of those cases that you can't follow. I had full on contractions for many, many weeks, but never actually dilated. The doctors were completely befuddled the entire time they had to deal w/me.

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So I think that maybe Graham has flipped. He used to kick really high and now its like super low. I know at 20 weeks he was head down and I'm really hoping he hasn't changed his mind this late in the game. I guess I'll know Tuesday at my u/s. It's really odd for the majority of the strong movement to be that low. I'm used to it being so much higher.

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Amber--OMG, what is with these babies refusing to cooperate! Ely has done the same thing. He has always been head down, and in the last week, as far as I can tell, he has made two full summersaults! For a few days he was kicking low, and now it is high again. I sure hope he settles down before I go into labor--I don't want him "stuck" in the wrong position! Hopefully Graham figures it out, too! You should have plenty of time for him to scoot back to the "right" position. I agree--it is WIERD feeling kicks so low!

Sara--I am 36 wks, but measuring more like 41. The fluid is still too high, but has dropped some in the last month. I am REALLY uncomfortable, though. It is very hard to breathe (or walk, for that matter!) They had discussed removing some fluid so that it doesnt collapse my lung, but since it has dropped a little, they are just watching it. I have actually had really strong bh contractions throughout the entire pregnancy--starting around 24 or 25 weeks, so I have no idea how I am going to tell if I am in labor! I get 8 or 9 an hour some days. Im ready to be done with this; and I am SICK of people asking when "was" I due! Also, and Im not sure if this has to do with the fluid, or if everyone feels like this towards the end, but my belly HURTS! It feels like the muscles are just tearing trying to hold him up, and suddenly he feels as heavy as a belly full of bricks. It helps to know that things worked out well for you! Thanks for responding (your twins are adorable!)

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Sorry I haven't been posting much. I've been so busy with homeschooling and trying to stay awake. I do pop on to read msgs but just don't respond. The nausea has kicked in and I felt like crap all morning. Grits appeared to be the only safe thing to eat. I can't believe I'm 6w already. How cool! Less than 6 days until the u/s!!! I can't wait!! DH has been such a huge blessing to me..... he did the laundry and the dishes b/c he could see I was feeling a bit overwhelmed. What a sweetie he is! He's going to VA to visit his g'ma for the weekend, so I will try to keep busy while he's gone.

I plan on BFing. I did with both my kids with success. I BF Noah until he was self-weaned at 14mos. I cried when it stopped. I can't wait to do it again!

Rhea and Chrystie- How are you ladies feeling today?

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Krissy-I think Graham is just like his Daddy. Complicated and stubborn. At least i've got a few weeks before it really matters. Hopefully Ely will decide to flip before it's time for him to go.

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Amber--you and me both! I can't believe he has waited until this close to start playing gymnastics. Then again, maybe in all of his turning he will break his water! I sure would love to get this show on the road!

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lol. I bet. I've still got a few weeks but sometimes I wish it would just hurry up already. 37 weeks and I'll be doing everything I can to get this kid out.

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Stacey- I'm good
How are you?

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Krissy- I know it's kinda late to buy something that you might not need much longer, but if you search for maternity belts or belly supports, there are lots of options. My ob told me last time I was pg that they really did help, although I didn't get one. She has had two kids and used one. They range from about $15 - $45, depending on the style. I hope you aren't uncomfortable much longer!

Is anyone else in their 1st tri just exhausted? I don't remember being this tired when I was pg with Jeslynn, but then again I wasn't chasing a toddler around.

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Yeah, I bought a belly support band about two months ago, but I have been carrying so low throughout the pregnancy that I just thought it hurt. I think if my belly were up a bit higher, it would be helpful, but instead it just felt tight and uncomfortable. Thanks for the suggestion, but I think I am doomed to feel this crumby the rest of the pregnancy! It sucks that you are so tired; hopefully it will only last a few weeks. I can't imagine going through the first tri with a toddler! I was pooped all the time.

I feel a little guilty that I keep hoping I will go into labor early. Of course I just want him to be healthy, but I can't help but secretly think, "oh, maybe if I eat this, walk there, do that, etc...it might speed things up". I just feel so ready. Does that make me a terrible person!?

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