Yesterday I went to my 35 week appointment. Dr. A was very impressed with my blood sugar numbers so now I only have to test twice a day. I went overboard when I found out I had gestational diabetes and completely became a stickler about what I ate so my numbers have been really good so that is a relief.
We go back next Tuesday for an ultrasound and then to discuss options. The three options are an external version to try and flip the baby, attempt a breech vaginal delivery or a scheduled c-section. At this time the option that is the safest for Deacon is a scheduled c-section so that is more than likely the decision we will make assuming he is still breech. Whatever is in the best interest of him is what we intend to do.
We went to breastfeeding class last night and I got all upset about a possible c-section again. If we have a c-section nursing will be delayed an hour assuming everything is ok with Deacon. He will have to go to the nursery with Derek until I am in recovery and then Derek will bring him back to me and I will nurse at that point. If I think about this too long it breaks my heart but I know God will lead us to do the right thing. After praying in bed last I decided that we will praise him if we have a vaginal delivery and we will praise him if we have a c-section. He knows every hair on Deacon's body and he is directing his path even as we speak. We can go through the formality of scheduling a c-section date but God already knows the day he will appear and we praise him for that. We will rejoice with Deacon finally being in our arms regardless that it may not go as planned. I know that the first moments Deacon and I get to nurse and bond will be glorified in Him regardless how much time has passed. He will provide nourishment for Deacon even though we miss out on the first important hour. We would covet your prayers that everything works out for the best. I'm done praying that he will turn but rather that God's will be done for Deacon's birth experience.
Pregnancy Highlights- Week 34
How Far Along: 34 weeks 4 days
Maternity Clothes: Yes I love how comfortable they are
Best Moment this week: Packing Deacon's diaper bag, breastfeeding class with D, Jackson's kindergarten graduation, shopping with Aunt Tay, family day with Maddy and D
Food Craving: Milk again-I have my blood sugars figured out so that I can eat enough protein that it balances out with the milk-Praise God!
What I miss: My old body, being cold natured
Sleep: My sleep is very hit or miss!
What I am looking forward to: Ultrasound next week, 3-day weekend, relaxing on the lake
Symptoms: Braxton Hicks contraction at times
Keep Calm and Summer On
12 years ago
Eek, so sorry that Deacon is breech! I have done my research on external versions, and it is a bit scary. L was breech but did end up moving head down...so it can happen! I will pray that you have peace with whatever happens. I think it was a blessing that she was breech because I read up on c-sections and was prepared, just in case. Thankfully, when I had my c/s I wasn't in the dark about what would happen and what the recovery would be like. For instance, we had a plan for what Jason would do and who would come in with me during recover since he and I wanted him to stay with Lillian. Also, we had NO problems nursing, and it was over an hour after birth. Jason was very firm telling the nursery staff that he had to take her to me, and they listened. Just like you, I was most nervous about that, but for us it was no issue. Nursing while in the recovery room was what helped me stablize and recover quicker. You might be able to request that they give D to you to hold (immediately) even if you have a c/s. I know some hospitals will do that (D will have to help you, but it can be done!) I didn't request that or even ask about it, and I regret it.
ReplyDeleteStrangely, I JUST read this blog about babies being breech. I have never seen the film she is reviewing, but maybe you should check it out?
http://rixarixa.blogspot.com/
Praying for you - not much longer now!
PS - I am working on something for you and baby D, and will get it to you soon!
Thanks for the website. I will review it for sure. I have a fear of an external version-not from my standpoint-but fear of what it could do to Deacon. I worry about his cord and heartrate during the flipping. I think he is content where he is and I don't want to turn him if there is the slightest chance he could go into distess.
ReplyDeleteSince has been breech so long I have now done more researh on c-sections than vaginal births. Derek and I pretty much know what we want that day. I don't wan't anyone to touch him on the way to the nursery as he will literally be minutes old and I want Derek to bring him back to me as soon as possible in recovery. I just want Derek and I in the recovery room since we will be working on nursing. I'm glad Lilli had no trouble.
Thank you for praying for us. I'll just be glad when I finally see him but most of all when we bring him home and it's just the three of us without the hustle and bustle of the hospital.