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headoverheels
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LB
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My 9/5/08 scheduled c-section
On 8/28/08, a growth sono I had showed that DS was measuring approximately 8 lbs. 12 oz. at only 38.5 weeks. Although my doctor said it could, of course, go a pound either way, both she and the other doctor in the practice understood my concern that I would go into labor for hours and not be able to push him out – and would end up with a c-section anyway.
After a bit of being bounced around  my c-section was finally scheduled for 8am on 9/5/08. I checked into the hospital at 6am and they put my in a recovery room in L&D so I could change and they could start my IV. Not two minutes into our stay DH and I heard a baby being born across the hallway – holy crap! All we could do is stare at each other in amazement as the mom giving birth yelled “pull it out!” 
The nurse assigned to me at South Nassau was absolutely amazing – she talked a LOT which kept my mind off of this major surgery and anesthesia, and that was really helpful as I’d never experienced anything stronger than novacaine for a cavity fill. The anesthesiologist was great too, really kind and caring and reassured me that ever feeling I experience was totally normal.
They gave me the spinal and then let DH in. Although the doctor said it would take several minutes before DS was out it felt like only a few seconds passed before I heard him crying! The nurse brought him to the side of the sheet so I could see him and all I could think was “he is HUGE!” DH goes to the bassinet to take pics and the next thing I hear is “7 lbs 10 oz.” um WHAT??
The doctor later told me that he does have a large head, so that likely threw off the growth sono measurements – and I could have had trouble pushing him out because of that issue alone, so I am totally comfortable with my decision. So far, I don’t regret not having gone thru labor one bit.
As the doctors closed me up (they used steri-strips instead of stables which I am SO happy about) DH got to hold DS the whole time. Although I could see them both I was shaking so badly from the spinal that I couldn’t really enjoy it and all I could think was “I can’t wait to be left alone.”
I was wheeled into recovery and got to hold DS for a few minutes but I didn’t really want too – I was afraid I would drop him I was shaking so badly!!
After they brought DS to the nursery they let my parents and my ILs into the recovery room with me for a while which was really nice, and then I sent them all to get lunch so I could rest. I was in my room by 11:30am and I think they brought DS into my room around 1pm.
The best part of my recovery was that they took the catheter out that night and let me move around on my own as soon as I thought I could – the nurses and doctors at South Nassau really let you guide them through your own recovery and since I was so motivated to move and start feeling better I really think that helped. The nurses and lactation consultants there were great too, and although DS and I continue to have issues with latching, he is gaining weight so I know I am doing something right 
Without further ado, let me introduce the love of my life:
(pictures removed)
Message edited 12/26/2009 8:05:54 AM.
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Stephybaby
Love my two girls!!
Member since 11/07 1966 total posts
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Stephy
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
What an absolutely adorable boy!!!
Congratulations!!!!
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| Posted 9/9/08 6:33 PM |
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lovemy2boys
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
he is adorable! great birth story nice and smooth!
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| Posted 9/9/08 6:35 PM |
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SpencersMommy
I'm one lucky girl
Member since 11/07 3494 total posts
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Melanie
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
congratsss! 
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| Posted 9/9/08 7:07 PM |
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neener1211
:-)
Member since 4/07 22952 total posts
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J
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
'pull it out'
congrats again!!!!
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| Posted 9/9/08 8:50 PM |
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Christina
LIF Adolescent
Member since 10/06 891 total posts
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Christina
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
He is so adorable!!! Congratulations and thanks for such a great birth story.
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| Posted 9/9/08 9:00 PM |
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BunnyWife
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Member since 5/07 8274 total posts
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BunnyWife
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
He is gorgeous! Congrats!!
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| Posted 9/10/08 9:18 AM |
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angnick
Life is So Wonderful!
Member since 8/06 6663 total posts
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Angela
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
He is so adorable! Congrats to you and dh!
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| Posted 9/10/08 9:36 AM |
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Ang-Rich
Beyond Compare
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
Congratulations!!! Luca is absolutely adorable!!!
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| Posted 9/10/08 11:50 AM |
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MrsRbk
<3 <3 <3 <3
Member since 1/06 19197 total posts
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Michelle
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
Congratulations.. he's gorgeous!
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| Posted 9/10/08 11:58 AM |
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twinkletoes807
Mommy's Girls! ♥
Member since 11/07 10116 total posts
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Gabi
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
Congratulations Mommy!! Your baby boy is simply gorgeous!! All the best for a lifetime of happiness, health and love for your family!! Welcome to the world Luca!  
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| Posted 9/10/08 12:06 PM |
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pickles16
Real Estate Professional
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Jen
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
He's soooo cute!!! Congrats again!!!!!!!!!!
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| Posted 9/10/08 12:13 PM |
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ruby
you rang?
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
Wonderful story!!! Congratulations, he's beautiful!!
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| Posted 9/10/08 12:15 PM |
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pinkandblue
Our family is complete, maybe
Member since 9/05 32436 total posts
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Stephanie
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
so adorable, congrats
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| Posted 9/10/08 12:18 PM |
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Diana1215
Living on a prayer!!!
Member since 10/05 29450 total posts
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Diana
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
Congrats!!! He is so so beautiful! 
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| Posted 9/10/08 1:06 PM |
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DRMom
Two in Blue
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Melissa
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
He is so cute! Lots of luck!!!
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| Posted 9/10/08 1:30 PM |
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DeniseMarie
<3
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
did u get up and start walking that night! holy crap! It took me 2 full nights to get up and it was soo painful
Great birth story! welcome Luca
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| Posted 9/10/08 2:49 PM |
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hmm8191
My loves
Member since 3/06 2908 total posts
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Heather
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
Congratulations! He is adorable!
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| Posted 9/10/08 2:56 PM |
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HarleyGirlFLA
Come on in
Member since 5/05 9674 total posts
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Mel
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
Congrats!!! He is so adorable.
I had the shakes too. When they wheeled me into recovery and DH asked if I wanted to hold Alex I was shaking so bad I thought I would drop him. Of the entire experience the shakes is what scared me the most.
Message edited 9/10/2008 5:44:39 PM.
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| Posted 9/10/08 5:40 PM |
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mikeswife06
Drama Momma
Member since 9/06 9947 total posts
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Anne
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
Congratulations LB! He is precious!!!!!!!!
"Pull it out"
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| Posted 9/10/08 7:26 PM |
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sunflowerjesss
Mommy to 3!
Member since 10/05 20369 total posts
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Jesss, duh.
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
He is amazingly perfect!! Congrats LB, you did a great job!! 
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| Posted 9/10/08 11:30 PM |
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JenandMikey
life is good =)
Member since 5/07 4216 total posts
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We're so blessed!
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
i love the name! hes adorable!
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mooshyboo
So Blessed!
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Christine
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Re: Luca Maxwell - 9/5/08 - scheduled c-section
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! SOOO ADORABLE!!!! xoxo
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