When You Want a Different Birth Experience

Have you had a VBAC?  

Are you curious about what a VBAC is and if it's an option for you?

Come over to Olive Plants & Cornerstones where I'm sharing my own VBAC experience.

Here's a snippet . . . 

Jillian asked me to share with you my experience having a VBAC because, well, it isn’t too common. Yet, for me, a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) was an answer to prayer. Despite how common a caesarean is today — 1 in 3 women will have one — it is major surgery with serious risks to you and your baby. If you’re looking for another option, read on. 

 

Many women who have had caesarean deliveries aren’t aware that there is an alternative to a repeat C-section. They simply believe that once you’ve had a caesarean there’s no going back. According to the American Pregnancy Association, 90% of women who have previously undergone a caesarean delivery are eligible for a vaginal birth. That means that if you have had a C-section and wish to attempt a vaginal delivery, there’s a good chance you can.

Because "once a C-section" doesn't mean "always a C-section"!

Come by and join the conversation! I'd love to answer any questions you might have about VBACs!

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Surviving the Difficult Seasons by Clinging to God's Promises

" 'Fear not, for I have redeemed you;

I have summoned you by name; you are mine.

When you pass through the waters,

I will be with you;

and when you pass through the rivers,

they will not sweep over you.

When you walk through the fire,

you will not be burned;

the flames will not set you ablaze.

For I am the Lord, your God,

the Holy One of Israel, your Savior;' "

Isaiah 43:1b-3a

These verses were what kept me going during the recent labor and delivery of our third child. When the contractions came over me like never-ending waves and threatened to capsize me, I recited Isaiah 43:1-3 and prayed God would keep me from "drowning." Focusing intensely on the changes occurring within my body as it prepared to deliver this child, I retreated into a place where I felt safe and unafraid of the pain I was experiencing. These verses held my focus and provided the reassurance I needed that the Lord was walking with me through each contraction. I resolved to take one contraction at a time, knowing that each one brought me just a little closer to the delivery of our daughter.

As labor progressed, there were moments when I felt like my head was going under, that the waters were sweeping over me, that the fires were burning me, especially during transition and pushing. The pain became so intense that I felt like I could no longer focus like I needed to and even admitted defeat a few times, hoping someone would feel sorry for me and just knock me out. But for most of my labor, I felt a calm, a peace surrounding me that I can only attribute to the Spirit's presence. 

Fast forward nearly two weeks following Annabeth's birth, and I still find myself meditating on these verses in Isaiah 43. The contractions and after-birth pains are long gone now, but life is so overwhelming at times--what with a 3 1/2 year-old, a 19-month-old, and a newborn. There are moments when I find myself, once again, on the verge of drowning. It is in these instances, though, that I know Satan is attacking me, whispering discouraging words in my ear to weaken my confidence in my ability to take care of this family. So I take one day at a time.

The message of Isaiah 43 is true for us today. If we trust in the Lord during the difficult seasons, then He promises to be with us and protect us. If, however, we trust in ourselves and our own abilities, then we will ultimately sink or be consumed by the flames through which we are passing. 

In these trying times, we must hold fast to the Lord's promises. Even when we don't feel His presence. Even when we can barely stand on our own two feet. Even when we just want to give up. 

It is in moments like these when we need reminding that . . .

We cannot live this life without Him. 

We cannot make it one minute without His hand of mercy leading us through the turbulent rivers of the day-to-day.

We have been redeemed.

Our Lord summons us by name and says, "You are mine!"

These blessed promises from Isaiah 43:1-3 are what keep my head above water right now. I cling to them out of desperation because they provide hope unlike anything this world has to offer.

What about you? Do you have a verse (or verses) you go to when life seems overwhelming? What do you do to cope during the difficult seasons?

 

Keri

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The Birth Story of Anna Elizabeth {Annabeth} Tidwell

Friday, May 4, 2012

2:37 a.m.

I awoke in pain. My immediate thought was “It’s time,” but the intense sensations felt more like gas than the contractions I had been feeling the past few weeks. It’s strange how even after having previously experienced labor, you really do forget the pain. So, instead of grabbing my watch and timing contractions, I searched the medicine cabinet for Tums and guzzled an A&W root beer. Of course, neither helped. Between trips to the toilet and attempts at sleep on the couch, I eventually came to the realization that I was actually in the early stages of labor.

5:30 a.m.

Daniel got up to get ready for a leadership conference he was heading to for the day although he was apprehensive about leaving me. I told him to go on because the contractions seemed to be slowing down and were still pretty erratic. However, I knew that with him gone all day, I would not be able to take care of the girls like I needed to, so I called my mom to tell her I was in labor and needed her to come. Fortunately, she and my dad were only about an hour away at their cabin.

 6:40 a.m.

Both girls are awake and Daniel is leaving. He asks yet again if he should stay home, but while I am apprehensive about him leaving, I really do not want him to miss his event. Plus, I figured with my parents coming and his conference only ten minutes away, if we needed to get to the hospital soon, I was confident we would have plenty of time to do so.

7:30 a.m.

Mom and Dad arrive. The girls are eating breakfast, and I am trying to pack my hospital bag. {Why hadn’t I done this already?} The contractions are picking up in speed and intensity, now coming about every 5-6 minutes. I take a long hot bath to relax, think, and pray. I then decide to call the midwife’s office, which I know is not yet open. After leaving a message with the answering service, Lauren, the midwife on-call at the hospital, calls and suggests I go on to the midwife’s office to be checked. Because the hospital is over 45 minutes away and I know we will be facing rush-hour traffic, I decide to call Daniel. 

8:15 a.m.

Daniel arrives home and finishes packing our things. We kiss the girls and head to the midwife’s office. Unfortunately, though, we are in the thick of traffic going into Nashville and Daniel misses our exit, so by the time we reach the midwife’s office, I am already contracting every 3 minutes and the intensity of the rushes is pretty strong. I decide we need to go on to the hospital. Daniel calls the midwife’s office to tell them our intentions so they can let Lauren know we’re on our way.

 9:35 a.m.

We arrive at Vanderbilt Medical Center (VMC). Fearful that I wouldn’t be able to walk from the parking garage to Labor & Delivery, Daniel drops me off at Patient Pick-up and goes to park the car. The next fifteen minutes feel like an eternity as I wait for him because the people surrounding me in the waiting area are talking rather loudly about me while I am sitting there, head bowed down, eyes closed, concentrating intently on the surging contractions. When one woman pipes up that she thinks my husband has abandoned me in labor, I know it’s time for me to leave. I walk gingerly to Patient Services to ask for a wheelchair to L & D when Daniel arrives. A staff member wheels me up to L & D, and I am admitted to my room.

 9:55 a.m.

My midwife Lauren and the nurses arrive, and I put on my gown and crawl into bed where I am hooked up to an electronic fetal monitor. In order to have a VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean section) at VMC, you have to agree to continuous monitoring of the baby, which pretty much means you have to stay in your hospital room for the duration of labor and delivery. However, my contractions are growing so intense that I want nothing more than to lie on my side and relax. An anesthesiologist arrives to offer medications, which I refuse, and then a doctor comes to explain the possible consequences of having a VBAC, which I completely tune out. 

 

10:45 a.m.

Daniel and I are alone in the room when the contractions intensify to the point where I can’t concentrate anymore and begin losing control. I repeat Isaiah 43:2-3 to myself and silently pray. The pain is such that I tell Daniel that I can’t do it anymore, but he calmly reassures me that I’m in transition and that the baby will be here soon. He is so good at encouraging me and his words soothe my doubts and fears.

At just that moment, though, something feels like it’s falling inside me, and in the next instant, my water breaks. Suddenly, I am filled with an overwhelming urge to push and there are no medical professionals in our room—no midwife, no nurses, no one but Daniel and me. I start screaming, “Help! Help me!” Lauren hears me from the hallway and rushes into the room as Daniel alerts the nurses.

There is no relief from the surging contractions: they seem to only escalate and fall over and over again without a moment’s rest. I am lying on my side in the bed, and the nurses help me get into the right position to push. At this point, though, I am tired and ready for it all to be over. After pushing a few times, I shout, “Just pull her out! Just get her out of me!”  Pushing is not my favorite stage of labor as it is for many women. Fortunately, I only have to push for about fifteen minutes before Annabeth arrives with a head full of dark hair. Of course she is absolutely perfect! All I can do is cry, “Oh, my baby! I love you!” 

All in all, my labor from start to finish lasted approximately 8 hours. We are so proud of our sweet little Annabeth. She is dearly loved by her Mommy, Daddy, and two big sisters, Kate and Cora.

 Anna Elizabeth {Annabeth} Tidwell

7 lbs. 11 oz.

19 in. long

10 Ways to Prepare for Baby: The Final Weeks

Childbirth is weighing heavily on my mind right now as you may have gathered from the past few posts on the topic. At 36 weeks, the end is definitely drawing near, and I am honestly ready in the physical sense but not at all prepared.

I wanted to share with you some of the ways I am preparing for the upcoming labor, delivery, and homecoming to encourage you if you, too, are pregnant or for you to pass on to an expectant Mama you know. I am by no means an expert on childbirth. These are simply things I have done that have proven helpful to me in preparing for a natural childbirth. I hope you might be inspired or encouraged by what you read here.


(1) Read some birth stories. If this is not your first pregnancy and you have written down your own children's birth stories, dig them up and re-read them. Reading our daughters' birth stories--one born naturally, the other via c-section--has made me truly see how unique the birth experience is even for the same person.  Below is a link to our first daughter's birth story. You can find lots of others online.

• Kate's birth story

I also love reading and rereading the birth stories in Ina May's Guide to Childbirth, which is filled with a variety of diverse birth experiences. These stories will not only give a first-timer an idea of what to expect in your own labor and delivery, but also boost confidence in your ability to give birth naturally, something almost every woman is quite capable of doing.

(2) Exercise. I must admit that I have not done as good a job of staying active and exercising during this pregnancy as I have in the previous two. It's such a challenge with little ones, and my energy level has been extremely low. Still, I make a point to do squats, tailor sit {sitting "Indian-style"}, and stretch throughout the day. Also, I think playing in the yard with the kids counts :) Because it is much more difficult in the third trimester to sleep and stay asleep, staying active really helps you get the rest you need. Plus, it's a great way to clear your mind and relax.


(3) Stay hydrated; drink pregnancy teas. Besides exercising, though, I have been working hard to drink lots and lots of water. With my previous pregnancies, there was a concern with low amniotic fluid levels, especially in the last few weeks of pregnancy. So, I try to drink, drink, drink all day long, which means that I also pee, pee, pee all night long.

Instead of boring old water, I put a bag of Traditional Medicinals red raspberry leaf tea in a 32 oz. water bottle filled full with filtered water. I try to drink at least one bottle per day using the same tea bag and several glasses of water. Red raspberry leaf is known to help tone and relax the uterus and prepare it for the hard work of labor.{Note: Be careful if you drink a lot of this tea because it will make you contract quite a bit.}


(4) Prepare mentally. I posted a few days ago about one spiritual way in which I am preparing for this labor: making scripture cards. 

Additionally, though, I have been rereading the following birthing books to refresh my memory about the process and the various techniques for relaxing and coping with pain.

• Natural Childbirth the Bradley Way by Susan McCutcheon
• Husband-Coached Childbirth by Robert A. Bradley, M.D.
• Having a Baby, Naturally by Peggy O'Mara
• Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin

(5) Deal with fear. Whether this is your first bull ride or eighth, I think there is always some inkling of fear in every mother leading up to her baby's arrival. Fear may stem from a previous difficult labor or delivery, uncertainty about how to care for this new life, not knowing what will happen during labor, or any number of things. Whatever fears you are feeling need to be addressed and dealt with before labor even though they may not be {fully} resolved. That's because fear negatively affects the birthing process, increasing pain and slowing down progress. 

Because this go-around I am having a VBAC {"vaginal birth after caesarean"}, my concerns and fears are different from in my previous labors. However, I deal with fear through prayer, conversations with my husband, and journaling as well as reading birthing books {see above}. The comfort and peace I find in God and my spouse allay most all of these fears and reassure me that everything will be fine. Writing helps center me, and if there is a specific concern I have, educating myself often eases those fears.

(6) Gather supplies. Consider what you have and what you will need to purchase before baby arrives. Remember, babies can subsist on the bare minimum: A few outfits, some diapers, an infant car seat, and breast milk or formula are all you really have to have. 

Since this is our third child of the same gender, we have all we really need for her arrival other than newborn diapers and wipes. However, because our youngest is only 18 months old and still sleeps in her crib, I plan to buy a playard or pack & play for the new baby to sleep in. Plus, I'm just a little concerned for her safety during the day when her bigger sisters are awake :) 

Besides baby's supplies, think about what YOU will need. I like to have a well-stocked pantry and refrigerator with fresh fruits and vegetables. It's also handy to have personal hygiene supplies like lansinoh (if you're breastfeeding), breast pads, witch hazel, overnight pads, and pain medicine so that you don't have to make trips to the store once you arrive back home. 

(7) Do some cooking. I am very blessed to have my mom, who is an excellent cook, come and stay with us after the baby arrives, as well as great friends who chip in and bring meals over. But when the meals stop rolling in, it is really nice to have some already-prepared foods in the freezer. 

For the past few weeks, I have been doubling up on family favorite recipes and freezing the leftovers, so, hopefully, I won't have to do a lot of cooking or rely on take-out in the weeks following baby's arrival. Make meals to freeze that are comforting to you so when you need a little TLC after baby comes, you can pull out the mac & cheese you made a month earlier.

(8) Love on your children. You've probably heard the line, "A baby changes everything." That is especially true for children who may not be as thrilled as you are about the arrival of a new baby. Give your children an extra dose of love in the weeks leading up to your due date: hug and kiss on them, snuggle more, play together more, and let them know that no matter what, they are dearly loved. Before our youngest child arrived, I bought a special present for our older daughter so she would not feel left out. 


(9) Create your birth plan.  Essentially, a birth plan is a written statement detailing your vision of the labor and delivery experience. A birth plan not only states your preferences {use of a shower or tub, children allowed to be present, delay of clamping and cutting umbilical cord}, but also any procedures you wish to avoid {medications, use of pitocin, supine position for pushing, episiotomy}. As I learned with our second child, which I had via c-section, birth plans are not set in stone and will change depending on circumstances often out of your control. Childbirth is very unpredictable! The key is to be flexible. A birth plan is not a script to followed line by line. Don't be disappointed if things don't go exactly according to plan :)

Our first child's birth plan was three pages typed. Crazy, I know. With the second child, I toned it down a bit and settled on one full page. To date, I still haven't written up Baby Annabeth's birth plan, but that is my goal for tonight. 


(10) As much as you can, REST. Easier said than done, I know, especially if you have small children or are carrying multiples. The pressure of baby on your bladder may mean several late night trips to the bathroom. Plus, sleeping on your side may not be very comfortable. But try to nap or at least lie down when your kids are resting. Because my girls take early naps, I have instituted an afternoon quiet time so that Mommy can rest while they play quietly in their rooms. Find a way to take a load off and relax because you will want to be as rested as possible in preparation for labor and for those sleepless nights once baby arrives.

Yes, that's me sound asleep. Another great use for a Boppy.

Preparing for childbirth is a special time. Emotions run the gamut from excitement to fear and everything in between as you get ready to welcome a new life into your family. Use this time to prepare yourself--mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually--for the challenging work that lies ahead during labor and delivery and culminating in the arrival of your precious new baby. 


Blessings to you!
Keri

Other pregnancy-related links:

• Preparing for Childbirth: 10 Scriptures of Comfort & Encouragement
• Top 10 Tips for Dealing with Fatigue in Pregnancy 

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Preparing for Childbirth: 10 Scriptures of Comfort & Encouragement

As I count down the weeks to the anticipated arrival of our newest addition--Anna Elizabeth {Annabeth}--I am preparing for natural childbirth like I experienced with our oldest daughter, Kate. 

One way I am preparing mentally and spiritually for the exhausting and grueling demands of labor and delivery is by selecting and memorizing scriptures. God's Word does more than just provide guidance and direction, it also comforts, encourages, energizes, and lifts up the weary.

Here are ten verses from the Bible that I have jotted down on note cards to help me as I prepare for labor. I plan to meditate and pray on them during the different phases of childbirth, from the easy contractions early on, to the mounting, seemingly never-ending rushes of the latter stages of labor, to the challenging but exhilarating time of delivery, and finally through the beautiful moment of our daughter's birth.

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified...for the Lord your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you."    Deuteronomy 31:6

"He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart."

Psalm 91:4 

“Cast your cares on the Lord  and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous fall." Psalm 55:22

[The Lord] "gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak...but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."

 Isaiah 40:29, 31

 

“The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and He delivers them." Psalm 34:7

"He tends His flock like a shepherd:
He gathers the lambs in His arms
and carries them close to His heart;
He gently leads those that have young."

Isaiah 40:11

 

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10

"Yet this I call to mind
and therefore I have hope:
Because of the Lord's great love, we are not consumed,
for His compassions never fail.
They are new every morning;
great is Your faithfulness."

Lamentations 3:21-23

 

"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."  2 Corinthians 12:9

"I can do everything through Him who gives me strength."

 Philippians 4:13

Doubtless I probably will not have these 10 verses memorized. Still, by meditating on them daily and having my note cards with me during labor, I believe I will be better able to endure and appreciate this childbirth experience.  

I have found that clinging to the Word of God during moments of fear, pain, and sheer exhaustion, during trials and challenges that seem insurmountable, has been a source of strength and hope, helping me to accomplish what I never could do alone. Knowing that my God will never leave me nor forsake me is a source of peace for me.

What are your favorite scriptures that help YOU through the difficult times of life?

Keri

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Top 10 Tips for Dealing with Fatigue in Pregnancy

When I was pregnant with our first child, I taught and went to school full-time. Fatigue was easily remedied though because I had the luxury of napping whenever I wanted. With child #2, I was at home but taking care of a toddler. However, I made time to sleep during my daughter's nap time. Now that I am caring for two active little girls ages 3 1/2 and 1 1/2, with our third baby expected to arrive within the next five to six weeks, I have really found myself struggling to stay vertical, especially in the afternoon hours.

Here are my top 10 tips for dealing with pregnancy-related fatigue:

1. Get some rest. Obviously, if you're tired you need to take a break. That is easier said than done, though, if you work or have children to take care of. However, if you have a designated nap/rest time, take advantage of it! Drop the housework and get horizontal. I always rest when my girls nap: sometimes I sleep, other times I fix some hot tea, put my legs up, and read. Or, if a friend offers to take your kids for the afternoon, graciously accept and use that time to rest. 

2. Make sure you're eating. Sometimes in an effort to get my girls fed, I neglect to feed myself. Then, when I turn into Miss Crabby-Pants, I realize I haven't eaten in hours. Don't just grab a candy bar or something loaded with sugar or caffeine. Sure you'll get a quick pick-me-up but only temporarily, and then you will be in worse shape than before. Carefully consider if what you're eating will boost or ultimately diminish your energy level.

3. Drink to thirst. Often the number one reason for fatigue is dehydration or lack of water. Dehydration can lead to over 20% reduction of energy output as well as cause headaches, so make sure you're drinking at least 64 ounces of water a day. I fill up a water bottle to drink from while I'm away from home. If water bores you like it does me, then add some citrus slices. I love lime or orange in my water while some women I know enjoy cucumber in their water. Whatever motivates you to drink more water, do it!

 4. Exercise (a little). While moving my body is the last thing I want to do when I'm tired, often just getting up and stretching, doing some pregnancy exercises, or taking a short walk with the kids will give me a burst of energy that will allay my fatigue. I speak from experience when I say that lying around all day will only increase your feelings of tiredness. So get up and move even if just a little.

5. Get up late and/or go to bed early. If you have the luxury, sleep in! However, if you have children who wake up before the sun rises, then make every effort to head to bed an hour or two earlier than usual to get more sleep. Some nights I am so exhausted that I go to bed just after our oldest falls asleep around 8:30. Those nights I get 9-10 hours of rest and feel much better in the mornings. Resist the urge to stay up late even if you're just lying on the couch watching TV, and instead go to sleep. 

6. Eat iron-rich foods. Foods like spinach, dark leafy greens, dried fruit, cooked dried beans, soy products, and lean red meats are high in iron, which play a major role in red blood cell formation. Iron-rich foods will also help pump up your energy level. If you find yourself craving red meat, then trust your body and indulge in moderation. I have been trying to eat a serving or two each of spinach and beans daily to help reduce fatigue and can really tell a difference. 

7. Plan your days around your energy level. For me, my energy level is at its highest in the mornings, so I take advantage of it by doing housework, running errands, playing outside, and doing "school" then. After lunch, my energy level plummets, and mere thoughts of going outside or cleaning wipe me out. However, there are the boisterous kids to consider. That is when I drag out the art boxes, have read-aloud time, or put in a video so Mama can rest. 

8. Stop stressing! When you're feeling fatigued, the last thing you want to do is expend energy cooking or cleaning. Although those household duties must be done, don't worry if your house doesn't pass "the white glove test." If someone offers to help, let them! A clean house and home-cooked meals will resume in due time.

9. Eat a high-protein diet. Protein is the building block of the body, essential for healthy bones, and vital to preventing fatigue. Healthy sources of protein include eggs, beans, chicken, fish, nuts, cheese, and milk. With my first pregnancy, I tracked my daily protein consumption, making sure to eat between 80-100 grams per day. I haven't been so disciplined since then, but I do try to center meals and snacks around one or two healthy proteins. For instance, I usually eat 2 eggs at breakfast, a bean & cheese quesadilla or tuna or salmon salad at lunch, peanut butter on whole wheat bread or yogurt and granola for snack, and a variety of proteins for supper. 

10. See your doctor or midwife. If you find that you have extreme fatigue even after improving your diet and getting plenty of rest, then consult your doctor or midwife. She or he may run tests to check for anemia. 

Praying God's richest blessings on you as you continue to grow in His glory!

Keri

 

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