calypso Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Hi everyone,Siobhan Cole was born on Thursday, April 26, weighing in at 7 lbs., 2 oz. Everything went very quickly and great labor-wise, opposite of last time (26-hour labor that time - yuck). I managed to get through without an epidural or any pain meds, and I think that really, really helped me recover quickly.Siobhan (pronounced sha-VON) is quite healthy but very sleepy, which is probably good for me. She's just an angel. I had no POTS-related problems during delivery and in the day after (except that I couldn't sleep at all the first 24 hours, which may be normal, due to adrenaline overdrive!).Unfortunately, I am better off pregnant than not. About two days ago the POTS fun began again, like it did after my last pregnancy. However, I know what's going on this time, and it's not as severe for whatever reason. But it looks like I'll have to restart my beta blocker by next week if my heart rate doesn't settle down. I'm running in the 130s when up and walking, and 80s and 90s at rest. I'm going to try to up my fluids, change diet a bit, add some supplements and see if I get any results first before restarting the meds.I will try to post some pictures later today when I figure out how! Maybe I can e-mail them to you, Katherine, to put on the faces page?Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pickledfairy Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 CONGRATULATIONS on your new little bundle of joy!!!! PS that's my mom's brithday as well....must be a special day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawg Tired Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Congratulations!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MomtoGiuliana Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Congratulations! What a beautiful name! I was thinking about you when I woke up this morning--so it is good to see how things are going! I am glad labor and delivery went so smoothly. Hopefully the POTS symptoms will settle down. Post partum is a time of so many hormonal fluxes unfortunately.Yes, send photos to dinetphotos@yahoo.comKatherine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P SUDIK Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Congrats,am so happy, you and baby are doing well, can't wait to see your pix.Take good care Pat P.S.I have an eleven year old grandaughter born on April 26. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eillyre Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Congratulations! Angela Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldicedance Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Congratualations! I know you and your family are so proud of you and your baby!Lois Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyMouse Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Welcome to the world Siobhan! Momma, Sorry your POTS is back though. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacquie802 Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Congrats!!!!! I can't wait to see the pics up..!!!Jacquie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Hi,Congradulation. I am glad everything went well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSM3KIDZ Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Congrats!!! I'm do excited for you..............what a miracle.Dayna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Congratulations, Amy! I am happy to hear your good news. I'm sorry to hear that the POTS is getting worse again. I hope you can get the rest you need and get some symptoms under control again. Take care and rest well!Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pat57 Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 congratulations. I hope she continues to sleep well for you. That will help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corina Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 congratulations amy!and welcome to the world Siobhan, what a beautiful name you've been given. i hope you're life will be as healthy and happy as can be. you're big sister will be soooo proud of you!!!i am sorry that the pots is back amy (i remember my pregancies were the times of my life that i felt best) at least it is less frightening as you know now what's going on. i hope your body will adjust to "not being pregnant anymore" soon and that things will get better. i'm looking forward to see your photo's amy!congrats to all of your family,corina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masumeh Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Congradulations!!! Wohoo! Read somewhere that newborns sleep 22 hours a day....great for moms! Have fun with your little one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxine Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Congratulations!What a wonderful blessing.I hope your POTS is under control very soon-----I'm sorry this had to happen---not fair.I hope the things you are trying for your POTS spell work out well for you.HUGS,Maxine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenniferInOhio Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Congratulations!!! Hopefully your POTS symptoms will be somewhat normal soon. Remember, giving birth is very taxing on your body (even though with an epideral it sometimes seems like a breeze). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taylortotmom Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Wonderful news about the healthy delivery and new addition to your family. So sorry about the relapse try to rest as often as you can Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tessa Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Congratulations!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardiactec Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Congratulations! What a blessing. Hope you're feeling better soon from the pots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom4cem Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Congratulations!!!!! Glad the delivery went well. Also glad to hear she is such a good sleeper, gives you some time to rest and take care of yourself. Hopefully you will get those darn symptoms under control soon.Enjoy that new bundle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dizzygirl Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 congrats!!! what a miracle to have a healthy baby girl!much love and hugs to you your family and that baby girl!i hope that you can kick the pots down a notch or 2 soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wareagle Posted May 3, 2007 Report Share Posted May 3, 2007 Congratulations Amy!! Welcome to the world little Siobhan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nadine Posted May 3, 2007 Report Share Posted May 3, 2007 Somehow I missed this post the past couple days-- Congrats Amy to you and your family!!! Hope your soon feeling better and that you may have some additional help with the little ones for a bit. Take Care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deucykub Posted May 3, 2007 Report Share Posted May 3, 2007 Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish you all the happiness in the world! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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