Baby4's birth story actually starts when #3's ended -two years ago, almost to the day.  While I know that the c-section for his birth was necessary, there are things that I would have done differently that might have changed things....

I am trying to remember exactly how this whole triage time happened and forgot that the nurse that was "responsible for me" was very sweet.  At first she was in agreement with the Dr that the IV and admission was needed....

Baby Number 4 was born at 9:47pm -after about 4-5 hours of active labor.  I remember right after she was born, turning and looking over my shoulder at her laying there on the bed.  They did cut her cord be...

I went to this appointment at complete peace as to how it would all go.  The battle in my mind to stay focused on Gods plan didnt completely go away but I think that was part of the process I had to go through. ...

I would say I'm having contractions 10 mins apart but, well, I do a lot of the time.  I would say I'm having bloody show but, well, I have for weeks now.I would say today could be the day -and it could- but, well, I say that every morning,...

Never had to worry or even really think about a birth plan before.  Dr M knew me and I knew her.  We were on the same wave length and I trusted her completely to know that she would do what was necessary and always ask me before doing anything "optional"....

I had a GREAT Dr appointment today!  I even had to bring all 3 of the "little ones" with me (not sure if #1 still qualifies as a "little one" but...) which is the first time I have had to do that.  Th...

*Went to the hospital for our tour of the labor and delivery area.  Reminded that though CPH was a rural hospital, it was really nicely done.  Large rooms, big windows that look out into green lawns and trees....

I tracked my blood sugar Wednesday-Friday afternoon and then emailed my journal to my Drs nurse.  I included one last "attempt" at explaining my position and reasons for wanting to skip the 3-hour test.  Thankf...

For those who might be interested, I have been keeping my journal privately on here but am making it available for those on my protected list. Helpful website/Guidelines http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/blood-sugar/DA00007...