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vintagegirl
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Laura
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Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story ( Pre- eclampsia and HELPP Syndrome)
I know I haven't posted a while in here.. I had a really crummy birth story .. basically Pre- eclampsia, HELPP syndrome and Pulmeonary Edemea ( basically fluid in your lungs, legs and body).. It was terrible.. just glad I am out of the hospital for the last two weeks. The reason I am posting is I really want everyone to be aware of Pre- Eclampsia.. its a hidden pregnancy disorder that can usually be only found through blood pressure checks and urine dip checks.. HELPP syndrome is another beast that comes with the package.. basically your body overswelling and insane amount of protein in your urine, elevated liver enzymes, blood platelet count falls and fluid in your lungs which I went through.. 1 in 12 women get Pre-eclamspia and HELPP is a little more rarer.
But through it all and good care you can beat this monster with a stick be aware and check your blood pressure.. but I want to introduce you to my daughter Rowan Elaine.. :O she was delivered on May 1, 2011 by c section born 3lbs 8oz .. she is in the NICU probably until June 20th which would had been her due date... She is doing awesome :)
Myself I finally feel better, its been a hard recovery but its happening day by day.. Image Attachment(s):
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Bearcat
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
glad you're okay and she is beautiful!!! congrats!!!
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
She is adorable! Glad you are feeling better ...I, too, had preeclampsia and know it is not easy...continue to feel well and I wish Rowan home as soon as she can be!
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apwmjc
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
She is beautiful! Glad you're feeling better.
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| Posted 5/17/11 6:10 PM |
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MrsH2009
Thank you St. Gerard!
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
What a cutie!! Glad you are feeling better.
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| Posted 5/17/11 6:18 PM |
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pickles16
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Congrats!!!! So glad everyone is doing well!!!
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FirstMate
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
I'm glad you are okay. That sounds like a really tough time. I am so happy to hear your beautiful little girl is doing well too! 
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| Posted 5/17/11 7:01 PM |
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kelkel09
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Congrats!!! She is adorable!
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| Posted 5/17/11 7:07 PM |
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Wishing4ababy
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Gald your better! She is beautiful.
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| Posted 5/17/11 7:19 PM |
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carlowlou
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
beautiful girl! Congratulations!!!
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| Posted 5/17/11 7:28 PM |
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Anne44
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Congratulations on your beautiful little girl!!! I am so glad to hear you are feeling better. A very close friend of mine had HELPP syndrome and she was really sick for quite some time before they actually figured out what it was. One year and 3 months later mom and baby are doing great!
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Stiletto19
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
She's beautiful! Congrats and so glad you are both doing great!!!
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| Posted 5/17/11 8:28 PM |
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Twinzmommy2B
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Awww!! She's a cutie! Every day she's going to get stronger and stronger! 
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| Posted 5/17/11 8:34 PM |
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LSP2005
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful daughter. I had preeclampsia with both of my deliveries. As an FYI once you have had it with one delivery you are at a much greater risk of developing it with any subsequent pregnancy. I hope you are feeling better!
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| Posted 5/17/11 8:54 PM |
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springsandra
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl! So sorry you had to go through all that but glad you are both making a strong recovery.
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| Posted 5/17/11 9:07 PM |
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MissJones
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
She is absolutely beautiful!!!! 
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| Posted 5/17/11 9:14 PM |
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JulyMommy2Be
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
She's so cute! Glad you are both doing well!
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| Posted 5/17/11 9:36 PM |
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vintagegirl
LIF Infant
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Laura
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Message edited 5/17/2011 11:13:46 PM.
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vintagegirl
LIF Infant
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Laura
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Posted by LSP2005
Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful daughter. I had preeclampsia with both of my deliveries. As an FYI once you have had it with one delivery you are at a much greater risk of developing it with any subsequent pregnancy. I hope you are feeling better!
You know my midwife suggested I "adopt" for the next child ( please I can't even go into her... she is a whole other issue) of the doctors at the hospital pretty much told me that I will be able to have a baby again after all this with the right doctor.. What doctor do you use? I can't use another midwife after this :(
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| Posted 5/17/11 11:17 PM |
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vintagegirl
LIF Infant
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Laura
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Posted by FirstMate
I'm glad you are okay. That sounds like a really tough time. I am so happy to hear your beautiful little girl is doing well too!
awe thanks
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lorimarie
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
She is just perfect and so beautiful Hope you continue to feel better! Congrats again - xo
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chrisnjoe8108
He's 1!
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
She is beautiful! Glad that you are feeling better. Congrats!!!
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| Posted 5/18/11 6:22 AM |
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BabyLoveBug143
Alyssa Rose is here!!!
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
aww little peanut!! she is adorable!!
glad you are feeling better!
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| Posted 5/18/11 7:51 AM |
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Beachlover
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Awwwww, she is adorable  I am so glad you and your beautiful baby are doing well. So sorry you had to go through such a bad experience, but it was all worth it.
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vintagegirl
LIF Infant
Member since 12/07 167 total posts
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Laura
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Re: Introducing Rowan Elaine and a little bit of my crazy birth story
Thanks ladies.. she is doing so well. We go everyday to the NICU and its great watching her gain weight everyday :)
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