OB appt today, little concerned

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In a message dated 3/24/2004 8:31:05 PM Eastern Standard Time,

bevewy@... writes:

This is my first pregnancy, so I don't know exactly where they make

the incision for a c-section.

The traditional incision is the " bikini cut " .. I have one of those.. a HUGE

one.

I was cut extra big out and in emergency c section/preemie.

Now with Twins or a baby that is stuck in the canal.. I have read and been

told by my OB they do a vertical cut...easier access.

But.. I have a friend who has had 6 c sections.. and they had to stop going

in the bikini line and ended up going verticle because of the scar tissue.

I am just so scarred I need a lifetime supply of Mederma..

- Mommy to:

Noah - 10/14/02 - 31 weeker - 3lbs 11 oz

m/c 7/04

Open RNY 12/3/03 - 47 lbs gone and counting

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I'm 36 weeks today and we found out last Friday that the baby is not in the head

down position. My OB is a little concerned as usually baby's are head down by

this time, but she still has some time to turn on her own. He says he is going

to give her a week and a half to turn on her own before we try version (did is

use the correct term?) where we try to manipulate her from the outside into the

head down position. He says in his experience (he has been practicing since

1970) that this works about 50% of the time, but if it does of course we have to

worry about her going back into the position she is now, across me. If she

doesn't flip on her own and the version doesn't work then he says he will

schedule me for a c-section.

I have a few questions that hopefully you guys can help me with. If I have a

c-section I'm a bit concerned about where they will make the incision because of

the panni I have from all the excess skin from my wls. I'm thinking if they

make it in the usual place that will be under where my panni is and won't that

be prone for infection? Earlier in my pregnancy, when I discovered that I had a

incisional hernia from my wls my OB said that if I needed a c-section that he

would have a surgeon come in and repair the hernia at the same time. I'm

thinking now that I may not want that because that will keep me separated from

my daughter longer than I have to with just a c-section. If you guys were in my

position would you go for the hernia repair now or wait and do it at a later

date? I'm kinda torn as to what would be best in this situation.

Sorry this is kinda long. Any and all info you guys can share will be most

appreciated.

Axelrod

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Hi ,

When I had my son 4 years ago I was over 300 pounds and had my lovely fat apron

just as I do now after WLS....I got a staph infection because the c-section scar

couldn't stay dry and heal. It was gross and disgusting. I did everything to

keep it dry. I always changed my gauze and even used what the ob nurses

recommended - maxi pads...nothing worked. I am afraid if I have a c-section

this will happen again.....even though I am a lot lighter the skin is still

there. Ugggh!

Sorry my friend. I hope that baby moves into position.

Chrystal

Wife to Jace - together 6 Years!

Happy Mommy to - 4 Years Old!

New Baby Swenson Due July 28, 2004!

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OB appt today, little concerned

I'm 36 weeks today and we found out last Friday that the baby is not in the

head down position. My OB is a little concerned as usually baby's are head down

by this time, but she still has some time to turn on her own. He says he is

going to give her a week and a half to turn on her own before we try version

(did is use the correct term?) where we try to manipulate her from the outside

into the head down position. He says in his experience (he has been practicing

since 1970) that this works about 50% of the time, but if it does of course we

have to worry about her going back into the position she is now, across me. If

she doesn't flip on her own and the version doesn't work then he says he will

schedule me for a c-section.

I have a few questions that hopefully you guys can help me with. If I have a

c-section I'm a bit concerned about where they will make the incision because of

the panni I have from all the excess skin from my wls. I'm thinking if they

make it in the usual place that will be under where my panni is and won't that

be prone for infection? Earlier in my pregnancy, when I discovered that I had a

incisional hernia from my wls my OB said that if I needed a c-section that he

would have a surgeon come in and repair the hernia at the same time. I'm

thinking now that I may not want that because that will keep me separated from

my daughter longer than I have to with just a c-section. If you guys were in my

position would you go for the hernia repair now or wait and do it at a later

date? I'm kinda torn as to what would be best in this situation.

Sorry this is kinda long. Any and all info you guys can share will be most

appreciated.

Axelrod

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This is my first pregnancy, so I don't know exactly where they make

the incision for a c-section. But as far as what I think about doing

the hernia repair at the same time as the c-section, I would do it.

I think I have an incisional hernia myself. There is an area at the

top of my incision to the right that bulges out if I push outward on

my stomach. I didn't really notice this until last week. It's very

freaky looking and I am assuming that's what it is. Myself, if I

were to be having a c-section I would rather they do both things at

once, that way I wouldn't need to go back in the hospital for a

hernia repair and be away from my baby for a couple days. A couple

hours versus a couple days......a couple hours sounds better to me!!

Plus, I wouldn't want to have to go back in to the hospital.

Hope you don't have to go that route. Best of luck to you.

Beverly

Pittsburgh, PA

RNY 4/10/02 335-----145

First Baby!! EDD6/16/04

> I'm 36 weeks today and we found out last Friday that the baby is

not in the head down position. My OB is a little concerned as

usually baby's are head down by this time, but she still has some

time to turn on her own. He says he is going to give her a week and

a half to turn on her own before we try version (did is use the

correct term?) where we try to manipulate her from the outside into

the head down position. He says in his experience (he has been

practicing since 1970) that this works about 50% of the time, but if

it does of course we have to worry about her going back into the

position she is now, across me. If she doesn't flip on her own and

the version doesn't work then he says he will schedule me for a c-

section.

>

> I have a few questions that hopefully you guys can help me with.

If I have a c-section I'm a bit concerned about where they will make

the incision because of the panni I have from all the excess skin

from my wls. I'm thinking if they make it in the usual place that

will be under where my panni is and won't that be prone for

infection? Earlier in my pregnancy, when I discovered that I had a

incisional hernia from my wls my OB said that if I needed a c-

section that he would have a surgeon come in and repair the hernia

at the same time. I'm thinking now that I may not want that because

that will keep me separated from my daughter longer than I have to

with just a c-section. If you guys were in my position would you go

for the hernia repair now or wait and do it at a later date? I'm

kinda torn as to what would be best in this situation.

>

> Sorry this is kinda long. Any and all info you guys can share

will be most appreciated.

> Axelrod

>

>

>

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Hey Denisa, Sorry to hear that you may need a c section, lets hope she turns.

Anyways, i have a huge incisional hernia too that I dread getting repaired

but I know i have to so if by any chance I need a csection I would LOVE for them

to do it at the same time to get it over with. Just my thoughts, good luck

with it all.

God Bless,

Robin, NorthEastern, NY

EDD- July 27th, 2004

IT'S A BOY!!!!!!

Mommy to:

&

(twin boys 7 1/2),

Madison, daughter, 5 years and

Wife to Pup 15 years (October 31, 1988)

Gastric Bypass Surgery-

October 18th 2002

Start-378, current- 246(pregnant)

goal 170 after baby

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I had a nice panni with both my kids before WLS and had c-section

but didn't have any problems. I think it does make the closing up a

little more difficult on the doctor. I always tell myself I'm not

the worst thing the doctor has seen or dealt with. The baby can

still turn on it's own so don't lose hope. If it is meant to come

out by a " C " then just try to relax and go with it.

I would go ahead and get the hernia repair done if you are already

in surgery. The way they have you set up for surgery you really

can't hold the baby until they are done anyway. They always wanted

to put mine under the warmer for a while so by the time I was sewn

up and got to my room, I was able to get my baby. To be honest, I

didn't feel alert enough during surgery to be with her anyway.

Good Luck!

Sue

> I'm 36 weeks today and we found out last Friday that the baby is

not in the head down position. My OB is a little concerned as

usually baby's are head down by this time, but she still has some

time to turn on her own. He says he is going to give her a week and

a half to turn on her own before we try version (did is use the

correct term?) where we try to manipulate her from the outside into

the head down position. He says in his experience (he has been

practicing since 1970) that this works about 50% of the time, but if

it does of course we have to worry about her going back into the

position she is now, across me. If she doesn't flip on her own and

the version doesn't work then he says he will schedule me for a c-

section.

>

> I have a few questions that hopefully you guys can help me with.

If I have a c-section I'm a bit concerned about where they will make

the incision because of the panni I have from all the excess skin

from my wls. I'm thinking if they make it in the usual place that

will be under where my panni is and won't that be prone for

infection? Earlier in my pregnancy, when I discovered that I had a

incisional hernia from my wls my OB said that if I needed a c-

section that he would have a surgeon come in and repair the hernia

at the same time. I'm thinking now that I may not want that because

that will keep me separated from my daughter longer than I have to

with just a c-section. If you guys were in my position would you go

for the hernia repair now or wait and do it at a later date? I'm

kinda torn as to what would be best in this situation.

>

> Sorry this is kinda long. Any and all info you guys can share

will be most appreciated.

> Axelrod

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

My 2 yr old was transverse until about 37 weeks - so don't give up

hope for that. I've had 2 c-sections - the 1st one after arrested

decent & 19 hrs of labor - the second was scheduled. With both I was

over 300 lbs. I have had the bikini cut for both & both times it

healed well. I used a maxi pad pressed against the incision from

day 1 - this is gross but all the fat held it in place. That worked

really well to keep the moisture for building up & wisked away any

seepage. I changed them every time I went to the bathroom - maybe 6 -

8 times per day.

I would go for the hernia repair if they have to do the c-section.

Are they going to be using the spinal anestisia (sp?) or after the

baby is delivered will they need to switch to general anestisia? If

the spinal is sufficiant - they will probably let your husband remain

with you. My husband was there the whole time & he brought the baby

over to me. Although I couldn't use my arms I could kiss him &

seeing my husband hold him. Any missed moment of birth bonding was

soon made up as I didn't put them down for abotu 12 hours. After the

1st time I touched them.

Good luck!

> I'm 36 weeks today and we found out last Friday that the baby is

not in the head down position. My OB is a little concerned as

usually baby's are head down by this time, but she still has some

time to turn on her own. He says he is going to give her a week and

a half to turn on her own before we try version (did is use the

correct term?) where we try to manipulate her from the outside into

the head down position. He says in his experience (he has been

practicing since 1970) that this works about 50% of the time, but if

it does of course we have to worry about her going back into the

position she is now, across me. If she doesn't flip on her own and

the version doesn't work then he says he will schedule me for a c-

section.

>

> I have a few questions that hopefully you guys can help me with.

If I have a c-section I'm a bit concerned about where they will make

the incision because of the panni I have from all the excess skin

from my wls. I'm thinking if they make it in the usual place that

will be under where my panni is and won't that be prone for

infection? Earlier in my pregnancy, when I discovered that I had a

incisional hernia from my wls my OB said that if I needed a c-section

that he would have a surgeon come in and repair the hernia at the

same time. I'm thinking now that I may not want that because that

will keep me separated from my daughter longer than I have to with

just a c-section. If you guys were in my position would you go for

the hernia repair now or wait and do it at a later date? I'm kinda

torn as to what would be best in this situation.

>

> Sorry this is kinda long. Any and all info you guys can share will

be most appreciated.

> Axelrod

>

>

>

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I have never had a c-section, but thought I would throw this out there. If

you wait till after you have the baby to have the hernia fixed, more than

likely your insurance will cover a tummy tuck at the same time! Just a

thought

Korta

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,

I am not so sure what to tell you about the hernia repair but i

imagine it wouldn't keep you away from the baby for long.I had my

tubes tied with my last baby at the same time as the c section and i

was able to hold him and keep him in the room with me.(Of course

thats another story since the tubal didn't work!) I have had 3 c

sections and i have had a panni with all of them. my incision was low

and the skin did hang over the incision. I personally never had a

problem with infection. They did not want that area covered with

gauze or anything and I had to clean it with peroxide. I think if the

c section is neccessary you'll do just fine! Don't worry about the

incision its really not as bad as you think. Of course we are all

gonna have to just pray that that little tootie decides to turn all

by herself. good luck to you!

Pam

EDD 6/21/04

twins boy and girl

[Guest guest]

Me too Chrystal! Thanks for the info. If this does have to happen I'm going to

talk to my OB about where else we can make the incision to avoid infection.

Axelrod

Re: OB appt today, little concerned

Hi ,

When I had my son 4 years ago I was over 300 pounds and had my lovely fat

apron just as I do now after WLS....I got a staph infection because the

c-section scar couldn't stay dry and heal. It was gross and disgusting. I did

everything to keep it dry. I always changed my gauze and even used what the ob

nurses recommended - maxi pads...nothing worked. I am afraid if I have a

c-section this will happen again.....even though I am a lot lighter the skin is

still there. Ugggh!

Sorry my friend. I hope that baby moves into position.

Chrystal

Wife to Jace - together 6 Years!

Happy Mommy to - 4 Years Old!

New Baby Swenson Due July 28, 2004!

Zookeeper for 2 big dogs and 5 cats who let me feed them!

http://chrystallife.50megs.com/

http://members.ebay.com/aboutme/seeswensonauctions/

[Guest guest]

Kathy,

Thanks for the info. I guess hubby and I will have to discuss all this stuff

this next week while hoping she turns. At my next appointment with my OB if she

is still not turned I guess we will make a plan then.

Axelrod

Re: OB appt today, little concerned

Hi ,

My 2 yr old was transverse until about 37 weeks - so don't give up

hope for that. I've had 2 c-sections - the 1st one after arrested

decent & 19 hrs of labor - the second was scheduled. With both I was

over 300 lbs. I have had the bikini cut for both & both times it

healed well. I used a maxi pad pressed against the incision from

day 1 - this is gross but all the fat held it in place. That worked

really well to keep the moisture for building up & wisked away any

seepage. I changed them every time I went to the bathroom - maybe 6 -

8 times per day.

I would go for the hernia repair if they have to do the c-section.

Are they going to be using the spinal anestisia (sp?) or after the

baby is delivered will they need to switch to general anestisia? If

the spinal is sufficiant - they will probably let your husband remain

with you. My husband was there the whole time & he brought the baby

over to me. Although I couldn't use my arms I could kiss him &

seeing my husband hold him. Any missed moment of birth bonding was

soon made up as I didn't put them down for abotu 12 hours. After the

1st time I touched them.

Good luck!

[Guest guest]

Thanks Pam. I could care less about scars, the main reason I'm worry about

infection in the panni area is because I also have psoriasis which when in areas

like the panni, or any skin fold, is called inverse psoriasis, very prone to

yeast and infection. I'm definitely going to do whatever I can to get her to

decide to turn on her own. She obviously belongs to me, already showing her

Sicilian stubbornness! LOL!

Axelrod

Re: OB appt today, little concerned

,

I am not so sure what to tell you about the hernia repair but i

imagine it wouldn't keep you away from the baby for long.I had my

tubes tied with my last baby at the same time as the c section and i

was able to hold him and keep him in the room with me.(Of course

thats another story since the tubal didn't work!) I have had 3 c

sections and i have had a panni with all of them. my incision was low

and the skin did hang over the incision. I personally never had a

problem with infection. They did not want that area covered with

gauze or anything and I had to clean it with peroxide. I think if the

c section is neccessary you'll do just fine! Don't worry about the

incision its really not as bad as you think. Of course we are all

gonna have to just pray that that little tootie decides to turn all

by herself. good luck to you!

Pam

EDD 6/21/04

twins boy and girl

Children are a blessing, and a gift from the Lord. -Psalm 127:3

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,

I will try this. What is kinda frustrating is I lay in this position often, I

did this long before I even got pregnant! LOL! Being in this position has

always helped the pain and pressure in my spine because I have arthritis in my

spine. I saw a web site and it gave many positions to sit/lay in and I have

done most all of them normally without even knowing that that was a good

position for baby, I just did it because it helped with my arthritis and

fibromyalgia. It frustrates me to know that I have been in these positions all

along and she hasn't ended up in the proper position. (sigh) Oh well, I will

keep trying but at the same time mentally preparing myself for the c-section and

making a game plan with my hubby to discuss with my OB in the next couple of

weeks.

Axelrod

Re: OB appt today, little concerned

I'm real late on this post but if this hasn't been suggested yet try this

...

Get on all fours, bring head down to the floor (rest it on a pillow), rest on

your elbows and keep your butt high up in the air. Do this for at least 20

min, several times a day.

I did this w/ #2 at 37 weeks and was successful!

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