Wednesday, April 02, 2008

My Labor Story!


So I took some Castor oil about 7:00 p.m. because it put me into labor with Makynna and I wanted to see if it would work again. About 10:00 p.m. Friday night I started contracting and they were coming every 3-5 minutes apart but not really getting any stronger. Alexis was a quick labor so I was getting nervous sitting at home so about 12:00 a.m. we want to the hospital. When we got there I was at a four and still having my contractions every 3-5 minutes apart. They didn't really hurt so I decided to try to get some rest. About 7:00 that morning the nurse came in to check me and said that I was only at a 5 but my contractions were dying down to every 7-10 minutes apart. I was so sad. My other labors were so quick that I expected more. My doctor finally came in about 12:00 p.m. and said that he could either break my water or watch and see what my contractions were doing. Without hesitating I said to break my water. After that and a little labor juice (potocin) I had Bailee at 3:25 p.m. on Saturday. The best part is that I only had to push for 5 minutes and she was out. The worse pain of my life yes I did it without a epidural. Half way through pushing her out I thought to myself why on earth I would choose to put myself through that sort of pain. Oh well I feel awesome and can't believe that she is finally here.

8 comments:

Kelly said...

A new pic! She is so adorable. I think she looks a lot like Craig in this one but also like Jake. Wow she is a total Jones/White. I still can't believe you did it without and epidural. You're INSANE!!!

Sarie said...

I know, you are crazy. I couldn't live without my epidural! I was smiling through the entire thing..but that's because I am not as tough as you. Love the new picture.

Kasey said...

Congrats Tasha! She is a doll. I can't believe you did it without the epidural either. You are a stud.

Celeste said...

She is so cute! I'm so happy for you and lucky you only pushing for 5 minutes! I love her hair... all your kids have had such cute heads of hair.
... can you believe you have 4 kids now!!

Christi said...

I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!!!! I miss emailing you and talking to you! I can't wait to see more pictures!!
I have started a blog, but I am not doing so well on it yet. I'll figure it out :)
Can't wait to talk to you!!

Christi

Marc Gingell said...

Congrats! You probably don't remember me but I worked in reservations at Budget when you and Craig worked there. I saw your blog on Shelly's and decided to check it out. Very cute family! I think you are crazy to go without the epidural... my last one was wearing off and it was bad enough! :)

Lindsey said...

She is gorgeous, Tash! Congrats!! I can't believe you have 4 kids now. I love all her dark hair.

Alex and Mitch said...

Tash...you are crazy!! i cant believe you did it without an epidural! I am impressed. Congrats...Bailee looks adorable!!