I knew labor would be really intense and difficult, but who knew the first stage could be SOOOOO long?!? We still haven't gone to the birth center yet.
I'm not even in active labor yet, although I have a feeling that's really close and very hopeful that once we get there everything will progress much faster.
Spent all night in the bathtub because I couldn't get comfy laying down and contractions were way too intense laying down.
Our doula was here from 9 am yesterday to 5 am today. We had her go home to take a little break, hoping we'll meet at the birth center sooner than later.
Lane has been wonderful.
More soon.
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The only advice I can offer (and I know you are just dying to hear even MORE advice) is DON'T feel Guilty sending your newborn to the nursery after she's born. I know you'll be dying to spend as much time with her as possible, but the 2nd night you are there, when you are ready to go to sleep. Take some darvocet, and a sleeping pill, and tell them to bring her to you immediately when she wakes up. She'll just be sleeping, and you'll sleep better knowing there is someone there to watch her sleep.
you're doing a great job, Elena. hugs to you and Lane.
hugs hugs hugs
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