Labor and Delivery
Posted by Clifton Labrum on April 8, 20084:30am — Jenn awoke this morning with lots of fluid coming out. Looks like her water broke.
6:00am — We arrived at the hospital and the nurse is now conducting some tests. Both baby heart beats are normal, and they have confirmed that it's amniotic fluid coming out. Jenn is now getting IV fluids.
8:30am — The nurses spoke with Dr. Macy (Jenn's doctor) and she ordered that everything get started. Jenn received her epidural, though contractions are still inconsistent. She was administered some penicillin, but her hand started getting a little red, so they discontinued it. It's likely that they won't have to do it again, they just need to confirm that her Strep B test was negative with Dr. Macy's office. We're now just waiting around to see what happens with contractions. Dr. Macy should be here shortly to check on Jenn.
8:36am — Clifton realizes he's a really big nerd for live-blogging all this. More details to follow, though they may be inconsistent depending on how the day pans out.
9:45am — Still no significant contractions so they're starting her on pitocin (sp?) to encourage some uterine participation. Now we just wait and relax. Time for a nap.
10:45am — Pitocin dosage increased. The cervix is dilated to about 4cm and she's 90% effaced. The epidural is still working like a champ. I'll never understand why a woman would ever want to deliver naturally.
2:45pm — We've had some great progress through the day. Contractions are still inconsistent and barely noticeable with the epidural. Jenn is dilated to 8cm now, so we've got just 2cm to go until it's pushing time.
5:00pm — Jenn is fully dilated so now we're just going to wait for the staff to do a C-section on another patient, then they'll move to us and Dr. Macy will come and try to get these kids out vaginally. The babies' heart beats are still looking good. Jenn is growing less and less comfortable with every passing minute and is starting to feel drained and exhausted. Her body has been working hard all day and she hasn't had anything significant to eat since last night.
6:20pm — The nurse just came in and said it's time to get the show on the road. It's time for delivery. Various doctors and nurses will be filling the room in the next few minutes.
8:22pm — After 2 hours of pushing, Ella has arrived!
8:28pm — Right after Ella, Luke has arrived!
9:45pm — Both babies are doing well. One (I haven't heard which yet) is 5lb 4oz, the other was 5lb 2oz. They're working with their breathing and eating right now and are currently in the special care nursery with the nurses. We'll post pictures and any additional news tomorrow.
Clifton- you are not a nerd...some of us are so excited for you (and also very bored at work!!) that your web site is minimized on our computer so we can just check and see for updates...ok so I am the nerd!!! Here's hoping for regular consistent contractions!!
Thanks for the updates, we are excited for the new babies. I am glad to see things are going smoothly. Good luck to you both. We love ya!
This is so exciting! I guess I'm a nerd too because I've been checking all day to see how things are going, I can't wait to see some pictures of those two little babies! Thanks for keeping us updated!
You're not a nerd Clifton...you'll love the fact that you recorded all of this in a few years when the kids are older. Such an exciting day for you guys! Hang in there Jenn!
Okay Clifton...it's been a few hours since your last post. I'm ready for another update. How's Jenn doing? Are the babies here yet...so exciting! I'm so excited for pictures!!!
YEA!!!! I'm so glad to hear that everything went well, and that the babies are doing great. How is Jenn? I loved your step-by-step posts. It was fun to check all day and see how things were going. I'm SO happy for you, and we'll look forward to pics soon. Tell Jenn that we love her and are proud of her for getting both of those little kiddos here safe and healthy. Good job, guys!
Congratulations, Jenn and Clifton! I'm thrilled to hear the wee ones have arrived safely. And what impressive weights, too! Oh, Jenn, I wish I could hug you (and feed you something from Cafe Rio) right now! Best wishes!!
Congrats guys! Glad everything went well. Good job Jenn and I can't wait to see pictures. How does it feel to be able to breathe again? Yes you still have toes...look down, there they are! Isn't it nice to see them again?
Wow, what a long day. Congratulations to both of you. I suppose on a day like this it wouldn't be right of me to be upset that Jenn couldn't hold out until Friday so I would have won the gift card. Oh well. Best of luck in this new chapter of your lives. Very cool.
Congratulations!!! We've been watching your web page ALL day. Can't wait to get more updates and pics!
WOw! Great job Jenn! I hope you are gettingthe rest you need after pushing for two hours and having tow babies come out!!! I can't even begin to imagine as I was not a fan just pushing out one! Let the adventire begin...being a parent is the best thing ever and you are so blessed!!!
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL 4 OF YOU! THIS IS AWESOME NEWS. THANKS for keeping me informed. You both are special people and I treasure your friendship.
BEST WISHES ALWAYS!
Glade
After re reading my last post I will be sure never to give Ella or Luke typing lessons!!!
Yeah!!! Congratulations!! NOW what can we do for you?? I love that you're a blogging nerd! You'll fit right in with the neighborhood women!
I'm glad all is well, Jennifer I hope you get a lot of rest in the hospital. I wish we were there to help you! Good luck and enjoy you beautiful new babies! We love you!!!!! Oh yah the girls are just a little disappointed they don't have Diego and Dora for cousins, but thought your choice was nice also!!!!!
Congratulations!!! I am so excited for you guys. What a long day! You deserve some rest. Though, I have my doubts that those little ones will let you get much.
I heard rumor yesterday that you were at the hospital, but when night came and I hadn't had an update, I decided to check your blog. I'm so glad that I did. It was fun to read the updates and know how things were going. I can't wait to see pictures. You and your little family are in my prayers.
My day was sooo much more exciting with the play by play! Thanks!!!