Wife getting induced Wednesday (1 Viewer)

[Dinsy Ejotuz]

Talk about this with her beforehand. There's a window of opportunity to order this and get the anesthesiologist in there. Don't mess around too long. Make sure your wife knows she needs to make the decision in a timely manner. It could be that by the time she is in so much pain that she wants the epidural, the Dr. says she is too far along and they can't do it.

+1  We got to the hospital an hour before my son was delivered, and it was too late.  Never been prouder of someone in my life than I was of my wife going through that without meds though.

Also, I don't know if this is SOP or not, but they ask me if I wanted to cut the umbilical cord after he was delivered.  Considering I had done nothing but stare at my wife's face for the previous 30 minutes without even glancing south I have no idea why they thought I might want the garden shears, but if that's your gig you might want to sort it out ahead of time.

 

[Johnny Rock]

+1  We got to the hospital an hour before my son was delivered, and it was too late.  Wife was a champ though -- never been prouder of someone in my life.

Also, I don't know if this is SOP or not, but they ask me if I wanted to cut the umbilical cord after he was delivered.  Considering I had done nothing but stare at my wife's face for the previous 30 minutes without even glancing south I have no idea why they thought I might want the garden shears, but if that's your gig you might want to sort it out ahead of time.

SOP so the father feels "included."

 

[Dinsy Ejotuz]

SOP so the father feels "included."

I was already satisfied with my level of involvement.  I doubt I actually said "hell no" but they got the idea.

 

[bueno]

Don't waste your time on Lamaze classes. Especially being induced, the whole process is much, much calmer than all the things you see in the movies. Trust the nurses to direct and enjoy the time with your wife and new baby. You're there for support. You'll be awesome. 

You know, if she is being induced in two days, there isn't time for Lamaze classes. What I said is if they had Lamaze classes then the emotions will not come when they normally do.

 

[Johnny Rock]

You know, if she is being induced in two days, there isn't time for Lamaze classes. What I said is if they had Lamaze classes then the emotions will not come when they normally do.

All I saw was Lamaze and commented. Probably shouldn't have quoted your post because my comment had nothing to do with yours. I already forgot how soon she was having the baby.

But now that I've had time to think about it, I've changed my mind. The happy couple should pull a couple of all-nighters and cram for those Lamaze classes like it's Finals Week!

I have no idea what I'm even saying. Carry on. 

 

[bueno]

All I saw was Lamaze and commented. Probably shouldn't have quoted your post because my comment had nothing to do with yours. I already forgot how soon she was having the baby.

But now that I've had time to think about it, I've changed my mind. The happy couple should pull a couple of all-nighters and cram for those Lamaze classes like it's Finals Week!

I have no idea what I'm even saying. Carry on. 

So, what beer are you drinking tonight?

 

[Chappy]

Oh and don't waste your time in Lamaze classes.  

 

[Clown Car]

Define "ready."  Not being smart, literally curious.  As in dilated the proper amount?  

Yes, her body being favorable to induce. Soft cervix, dilation starting to happen, things like that. Being induced because of a actual problem is good, like preeclampsia or something. But doing it because she's at 40 weeks and tired of being pregnant is not. Since you are already scheduled and its your first one I doubt anything you read online will change anything. But first timers are always in such a hurry. 

i have done natural and epidural deliveries. There is no way in heck fire I would do a natural delivery with a pitocin induction. People do it, but it hurts 100 times worse than spontaneous labor. 

She will do great. You will do great. It is amazing and wonderful. There is nothing like your first baby. Keep us posted!

 

[TheBottomLine]

Yes, her body being favorable to induce. Soft cervix, dilation starting to happen, things like that. Being induced because of a actual problem is good, like preeclampsia or something. But doing it because she's at 40 weeks and tired of being pregnant is not. Since you are already scheduled and its your first one I doubt anything you read online will change anything. But first timers are always in such a hurry. 

i have done natural and epidural deliveries. There is no way in heck fire I would do a natural delivery with a pitocin induction. People do it, but it hurts 100 times worse than spontaneous labor. 

She will do great. You will do great. It is amazing and wonderful. There is nothing like your first baby. Keep us posted!

She says they want to induce her because she has some sort of infection, something that is really common and some of you probably know what it is called.  Apparently they want to be able to get antibiotics in her and scheduling it in advance is the only way they knew they would have sufficient time to get those antibiotics in her well before the birth.  If that even makes sense.  Apologize if it doesn't, just my understanding.  FWIW she is due on the 4th of July, so we will be just under a week before the due date at the time of induction.  

 

[Clown Car]

She says they want to induce her because she has some sort of infection, something that is really common and some of you probably know what it is called.  Apparently they want to be able to get antibiotics in her and scheduling it in advance is the only way they knew they would have sufficient time to get those antibiotics in her well before the birth.  If that even makes sense.  Apologize if it doesn't, just my understanding.  FWIW she is due on the 4th of July, so we will be just under a week before the due date at the time of induction.  

Group beta strep. It is common. It takes a couple hours to do the iv antibiotics for it. 

It will be fine. Try to relax and go with the flow. There is nothing like the first few weeks. 

 

[shadyridr]

Both our babies were sections so no advice on the induction. Congrats! Babies are awesome despite the lack of sleep and showering.

 

[TobiasFunke]

My wife's induction started on a Thursday morning.  Process ended with a C-section on Saturday morning.  So, be prepared for things to take awhile.

Induction + first child = a long time in L & D.  Pack multiple chargers for smartphones/tablets, you and your wife might both want one.

One time deal, though.  When you get to the third one it's like the baby's coming out the end of a waterslide.

 

[Kanil]

if she tears down there asking the doctor to add an extra stitch is perfectly acceptable shtick

The real shtick is to go the opposite route.  Ask them to leave a stitch out as it's been a little too snug as you're extra girthy.

 

[TheBottomLine]

Do you guys prefer to wait until you see the baby before you declare a name or do you decide beforehand?  I have a name I want and wife kind of wants to wait.  

 

[Bull Dozier]

Do you guys prefer to wait until you see the baby before you declare a name or do you decide beforehand?  I have a name I want and wife kind of wants to wait.  

We had names picked out ahead of time.  Not to be cynical, but all babies look like, well, babies to me so I can't imagine one springing inspiration about their true name.  I also tend to feel kids make their name their own.  My wife wanted a trendy name for my second son, after giving our first our fathers two middle names (he ended up with a name sounding like someone in line for the English throne).  She went with Jackson.  I figured I'd just be calling him Jack, but 12 years later, he's a Jackson and it fits him perfectly.

 

[Cjw_55106]

Do you guys prefer to wait until you see the baby before you declare a name or do you decide beforehand?  I have a name I want and wife kind of wants to wait.  

Your baby will either look like you expect a baby to look, or will have a big head and bulging eyes and look like an alien.That's the two results you'll get. Id suggest either picking a name now, or risk naming your kid Zorg. 

 

[Foosball God]

Do you guys prefer to wait until you see the baby before you declare a name or do you decide beforehand?  I have a name I want and wife kind of wants to wait.  

We figured out the names for both our kids beforehand.  For my son we both agreed on a name pretty quickly.  For my daughter it took weeks of back and forth.  I can't imagine waiting until the day she was born to try to agree.

My wife had emergency C-sections each time so no thoughts on induction, but no way in hell I'd be down by the business end when your kid pops out.  You can't unsee some things.  On the other hand, with the C-section I had no problem when the flipped my wife's uterous up onto her stomach, that was actually pretty cool.

 

[jb1020]

We never found out the sex of either of our kids (I think we're the only ones that still do that).   We we're pretty much settled on names going into it though.  I couldn't imagine a screaming baby popping out and me telling my wife, "I think he looks more like a Steve instead of Robert, thoughts???"

 

[ChiefD]

We never found out the sex of either of our kids (I think we're the only ones that still do that).   We we're pretty much settled on names going into it though.  I couldn't imagine a screaming baby popping out and me telling my wife, "I think he looks more like a Steve instead of Robert, thoughts???"

Yeah, we didn't either for all three of ours. To me, that is the last great surprise in a world where you can find out anything within minutes.

 

[Steeler]

Just some quick thoughts:  we never found out the sex before the birth either - most people thought we were crazy.  Also had names picked out before.  I peaked below the equator during the delivery and thought it was amazing - glad I did it, i thought it was cool to see my kid coming into this world - not many chances to see something like that.  Also cut the embilicle cord - again, minimal opportunities for things like that.

Anyway - good luck!

 

[cheese]

4. The first few months are the best. Sit with her in your arms and watch a ball game on a Sunday afternoon. My child sleeping in my arms for 3-4 hours was priceless, and have been my favorite times as a dad.

Yep! Summer babies as well and the first year was 17 Sunday's of me holding the baby, changing the baby, and watching NFL from 1-10 with the baby. Relaxing and the baby gets used to you for bonding. Plus, football

My other advice... There is a renewed pressure around breast feeding with moms right now. Whatever your take on breast feeding is, this is your new take. 

IF your wife ends up breast feeding, you think it's amazing, so much better for the baby, it means a lot to you etc. 

IF your wife ends up not breast feeding, you don't care anyway, this is more practical, it's kinda weird to you anyway, prefer it this way.

 

[Bull Dozier]

4. The first few months are the best. Sit with her in your arms and watch a ball game on a Sunday afternoon. My child sleeping in my arms for 3-4 hours was priceless, and have been my favorite times as a dad.

That's funny, I never would have thought that.  I always thought kids got better as they got older.  I was never comfortable holding even my own babies until they were six months or so and had a little more strength.  I did hold them, no question about that though.  My wife worked two nights a week when my first was born, and that was amazing bonding time.  I bought my first Xbox around that time, and have a great picture of me laying in my recliner, son sleeping on my chest, playing Xbox.  He also took his first steps with my while she was at work. 

But, I was never more glad than when my youngest was out of diapers.

I love watching my kids grow, develop, and mature.  Yes, I'm sure it will stink when they move out, but right now I still feel like every year is better than the last.  Everything gets easier and more enjoyable.  Yes, it was a sad day when they no longer ran to the door and yelled "daddy!" when I got home from work.  But, it is also awesome when you 14 year old throws a Plane, Trains, and Automobiles quote at you out of no where (because you make the kids sit through it every Thanksgiving).

 

[Clown Car]

Most of my kids names were set before birth. One we waited til she was born because we were torn. He wanted one name and I wanted another. We decided to go by hair color. She was blonde so we went with his. I knew when I saw her it was perfect for her. One son didn't have a name for two days. I had to send the birth certificate/ssn lady away twice. But he finally got a good name. The most recent one was named way before birth. 

I hope everything's going well!

 

[TheBottomLine]

We gave birth to a baby girl on Thursday night. 

6 lbs 3.6 oz, 18.5 inches long.

We decided on naming her Mosley beforehand.  

 

[shadyridr]

Never heard that name before. Where did you get it from? Congratulations

 

[Zegras11]

Never heard that name before. Where did you get it from? Congratulations

Honoring his first round pick when he took a kicker

 

[DaVinci]

Congrats! Downton Abbey fan? I guess that's better than naming her Mrs. Patmore.

 

[TheBottomLine]

Never heard that name before. Where did you get it from? Congratulations

Thank you.  I'm a Ravens fan and partially got the idea from CJ Mosley.  Yes, the wife knows why I like it so much haha but honestly I really like the name.  

 

[Clown Car]

Congratulations!! I'm kind of into babies. 

 

[Mrs. Rannous]

Congrats!  I'm glad to hear that wife and child are doing well.

Happy July 4th.

 

[gianmarco]

Congratulations!! I'm kind of into babies. 

Yeah, and Shuke is kind of into eating.