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Comment on Birth Story by MLR

MLR — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:23:52 +0000

Oh Kristen – thank you for sharing this. I also had an abruption (at 31wks2days) with my 2nd kid — the 1st was a mere 2.5 yrs old at the time. I am incredibly thankful that our story, too, turned out well, and I now have a healthy bouncing 5 month old boy. But my god, the 8 weeks between the abruption and delivery were some of the most nerve-wracking of my life. In some ways, the bedrest was a good experience; it helped me to re-evaluate my life and prioritize taking care of myself. But it also has left some lasting scars; to this day, my daughter frequently asks whether I will “go away again” (referring to the 10 days in the hospital)….

I await the rest of your story with bated breath :). Thank you for sharing.

Comment on Birth Story by C @ Kid Things

C @ Kid Things — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:55:49 +0000

Hope your baby girl had a great 1st birthday!

Comment on Birth Story by Christine @ Coffees & Commutes

Christine @ Coffees & Commutes — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:29:05 +0000

Like Jane, I was quite breathless reading this. Rapt, wondering, worrying, despite the fact that I know it all turns out well.

Happy Birthday dear sweet girl! And happy birthing day to you my friend. May you both find much joy in your celebration.
xo

Comment on Birth Story by Jane

Jane — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:44:13 +0000

My heart was in my throat and I had to remind myself that she’s turning one so everything worked out in order to be able to keep reading. Hugs to you for having to endure that scare, though. Every mom’s nightmare.

Comment on Birth Story by Kristen

Kristen — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:16:08 +0000

Thanks, Dr. Pascoe, I appreciate it. I should warn you that I’m prone to nausea after getting my spinal. (Make sure your surgical booties fully cover your shoes.)

Comment on Birth Story by Kristen

Kristen — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:13:48 +0000

I sketched out a birth story for my oldest when he was only a few weeks old. I never did it for my second. I’m not sure why I felt to compelled to write this one out. Maybe it’s because I know (sigh) that my baby is my last? Or maybe it’s because the lead-up to her birth was more dramatic?

I can’t wait to read yours if and when you decide to share!

Comment on Birth Story by Wolf Pascoe

Wolf Pascoe — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:46:05 +0000

Hi, Kristen, I’m Dr. Pascoe. I’ll be your anesthesiologist. You don’t really need me yet, but I thought I’d drop in and say hello and answer any questions you might have about epidurals and so on. One way or another, we’re going to have a healthy baby and mother when this is all over.

Comment on Birth Story by Erica @ Expatria, Baby

Erica @ Expatria, Baby — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:41:13 +0000

Did I ever tell you that I’m an absolute sucker for birth stories? I loved this first installment: love, tension, drama, foreshadowing, impending transformation, and a cliffhanger. Can’t wait for the next two.

And maybe, just maybe, I’ll get around to writing my girl’s birth. I’m not sure why I haven’t yet – she’s almost two! Something about the experience (which on the whole was lovely and positive) just seems to big. And writing it so daunting. But maybe. One day. Now with a little more inspiration!

Comment on Birth Story by Privilege of Parenting

Privilege of Parenting — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:51:32 +0000

You’re already a novelist, it’s the post-modern twist that makes you not realize it when it’s already a done deal. It’s not about the beginning or the ending per se, it is about love and discovery in the deep dark woods all the way.

Comment on Birth Story by Kristen

Kristen — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:15:12 +0000

Thanks for asking this question, Amber. I think part of my initial reticence in writing about her birth was that I was still processing the experience of our long hospital stay and still figuring out what aftershocks it might have for our family. Now that she’s about to be one (!), I finally feel pulled to write about it. Thanks too for being here to read it. xo