United Brachial Plexus Network, Inc.

I just wanted to post an update and let you all know that I had my baby via c-section on Sunday. My water broke at 1:30 in the morning and our third son was born at 8:20 that morning. The on-call doctor discussed with us the possibility of a vaginal delivery since my due date was not until the 30 of June. However, after some intense and in depth discussions with the anesthesiologist, we opted for the c-section. I have never had good reactions to anesthesia and this was no exception. I didn't handle the spinal well. I had lots of vomiting, hot flashes, hallucinations, and I am still in the hospital. I have been able to hold the baby, Ryker is his name, and feed him. I should be able to go home within a few days. I feel blessed to know we made the right choice, as Ryker was sunny-side up, with the cord wrapped around his neck twice!! He was 7 pounds, 12 ounces, 20 inches long.
I don't regret the choice of having the c-section and was glad that I educated myself and felt confident in the skills of modern technology.


Alisa, mom of Zadyn, 2 1/2 LOBPI (and big sister!!!)

Alisa,
Congrats on baby Ryker!!! Glad he made it into the world unharmed and healthy. I hope that you are feeling better soon.
Hugs,
Amy 21 years old ROBPI from MN

YAY!!!
so glad you were able to talk that doc into doing your c-section. Glad to hear baby is doing well, hope your surgery wounds feel better soon. Too bad you didn't tolerate the anesthesia very well, I vomited all over my nurse right after my Epidural was put in ewwww. Poor lady, it was all over her and in her hair, I felt so bad.
anyway, CONGRATS on the little one!

Denae
Mom to Malik 1 yr old LOBPI

Congratulations on the birth of your new baby! I'm glad that everything went well, despite your problems with anesthesia.

Joanie, 59, LOBPI

congratulations!!! and I love the name, RYKER.

What wonderful news, glad all is going well and you were able to make the right choice for you both.

Enjoy your new precious baby Ryker.

Kath robpi/adult

Congratulations on Ryker's birth. I do hope your healing is speady and easy, as it sounds like it's been a bit tough thus far, but filled with the joy of your baby. I'm glad everyone is healthy. Best wishes.

Tanya in NY
Amber's Mom, ROBPI, 5 years old

Congrats. Glad the baby is ok, but sorry it was so rough on you!

Congrats!! That's wonderful. I really admire the courage that so many of you have had in having future pregnancies after the horrible experiences we've all had with BPI.

Congrats so glad your both doing well. Congrats to Daddy too they are so often left out. Mare