Posts by ElizabethE

Holly, that's pretty near a hospital. I was/am a thirty minute drive (even via ambulance). Two minutes sounds pretty good, to me.

Quote: Originally Posted by Arduinna  I think you should check out the difference in laws between conservative states like AZ and TX compared to liberal ones like NY and Mass. Because when you compare the actual...

Quote: Originally Posted by Arduinna  I know you are referencing someone elses comment, but I just have to say that it makes no sense at all to me. The left is notorious for it's nanny state laws because...

I think for someone to even consider UC, this means they recognize it as a real option, and are therefore potential good candidates for it. Although it may seem like "resorting" to UC, I think that sometimes different paths have us...

Quote: Originally Posted by tracymom1  If you labor in the water for more than a couple of hours, it will soften your tissues and you wouldn't be as likely to tear. Also, warm perineal compresses with some olive oil...

Quote: Originally Posted by leahsmama  Here's where you are losing me. I am really, truly trying to understand your perspective. I feel like there are times when someone wouldn't realize that their baby...

I would think that him knowing everything you know would ease his mind. I'm sure he wants to feel prepared so that when you're doing your thing and in the zone, he doesn't inadvertently do anything off, right? As your supportive and...

Soon2be-- I'm very glad that you got the care you needed and that things went as well as could be expected. Sorry about the disappointment-- but, of course, congrats on your new baby!!!   As for a home birth... there's always...

When contractions come and go like that-- having a pattern, then disappearing-- is that something that would worry any of you UC moms? Particularly after the water has broken, I mean.