We made it! 38 weeks, babies are full term and ready to meet the world. Sort of... We're scheduled for an elective C-Section for this Friday, Dec 12. I'm slightly dilated, but with all the excess amniotic fluid in there, the girls are acting like little corks and just can't engage in my pelvis to get things going. They could break the water around Baby A, but there is an increased risk of cord prolapse (having the umbilical cord slip through ahead of the baby and wrap around the neck). Also, we could deliver Baby A after a really long and tough labour (first baby and all) only to have to deliver Baby B by C-section because she's slipped down into a transverse position. So, after weighing all the risks, we with Dr Carrier have decided to go ahead and safely deliver them by C-section. He will do the surgery.
We're excited about meeting these girls finally. It's been a very long pregnancy in some ways. It could be said that it slipped by quickly too though. And of course I am nervous about what Friday will mean. Ivan and I will be parents to two infant girls. The profoundness of that is still sinking in.
So, the next entry might just be a week from today if we can find a second to update the blog! I look forward to posting pictures. All the best, and please wish us luck!
2 comments:
Ahhhh Tari! I am so excited for you and Ivan. I feel a huge sense of relief for you - by having your c-section, they are taking away a little bit of the unknown. That is somewhat comforting! 'big sigh' Oh my goodness! Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers! We cannot wait to read more! Lots of love and warm wishes to you all! xo
Well we were so happy an excited to hear that the girls were born and everyone is doing well. Can't wait to see the pictures of our new little nieces, I just wish we could see them and you all in person! What an exciting time, Congrats!
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