Thursday, March 20, 2008

Karin Savoring Her Labor

Karin has now been in labor for over 36 hours. She has been awake for over 50 hours. It has been intense. She is unbelievable. She is running a marathon... multiple marathons. Some good stories to tell... but they will have to wait for a baby and a computer (posting by phone right now).

7 PM last night: Given hospital room.

7:30 PM: 4 cm.

Midnight: Water broke.

12:30 AM: 5 cm. -2. 100%.

2:30 AM: 0 station.

3:45 AM: 8 cm, +1, 100%.

7:00 AM: 9 cm.

8:40 AM: Fully dilated.

10:15 AM: Shift change. Complete change of staff. New doctor introduces herself.

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