Last night was our first "Birth and Babies" class at Teddy Bear University. I don't know if I feel more or less anxious as I learn more about the birthing process! :) Last night we reviewed the warning signs of preterm labor, introduction to relaxation techniques, and had a tour of the birthing facilities at Parkwest. I really enjoyed watching Jay squirm during discussions of vaginal discharge and anatomy changes during pregnancy and birth! Luckily, he is not alone in this discomfort... there are 9 other couples in our class and most of the men are similarly overwhelmed with what their partners are experiencing. I actually went to highschool with one of the other mom's to be... Heather Taylor White. She is due at the end of April and is having a little girl... Cooper Paisley! There's also a couple from Oliver Springs so Roane County is well represented! Just some things that stuck in my mind from the class:
1. I thought Eli was stretching a lot.... it's contractions!!! Luckily, this is completely normal!
2. 10 cm is much larger than I thought!! The chart above is not even accurate. 10 cm is much larger than what is portrayed!
3. We now know exactly where to go when labor starts and what to expect when we get to the hospital.
4. At Parkwest, we will actually be in a birthing suite which means we will labor, deliver, and recover in the same room. They even have c-section rooms that are set-up as suites.
5. All 1st time moms are afraid of "D-Day"! I am not alone! :)
5 comments:
Oh boy the fun is just beginning! Brad was like a kid in Jr. High at our classes, always snickering when they were talking about something gross or one of the body parts! Needless to say we sat in the front row and Brad was the comedian in the class of 25 couples. I learned so much and was SO GLAD I did it since I had a C-section and I wouldnt have had a clue otherwise. Have fun!
You are way tooo funny. Jay told me it was hilarious and he didn't disapoint me. You will do fine. In that bag you take to the hospital just remember some good drugs you know just in case.
You are too cute! Girl, I remember after our first class and tour of the birthing suites...it made it all a little too real for me. I thought I was going to have a panic attack. I swear though the day of is very laid back and enjoyable...well once my best friend epidural came!!! HA! You will do great, it is such an amazing experience!!!
How funny you two are! It is amazing at how immature husbands can be in those classes. I agree with you, Tara, Kris was like the comedian in the class! But, it was great to know what to expect. I wish you all the luck in the world. Just remember-the birthing part is the EASY part. The other 18 years is what is hard!
Hey! I want to hear about the shower when you get a chance! I hope all is well and that picture of 10 centimeters scared ME!
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