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[kartothegill]

"You'll feel a pinch and then some mild discomfort." Yeah, that was hilarious. Last week I had an amniocentesis. The doctor was checking for some things that run through my family. For those of you that don't know, it means I got a giant needle stuck in my abdomen. The doctor underestimated my tolerance to pain medication of any kind, though,

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[chief_sevans]

You were a trooper. I'm not sure I could have handled a needle through the abdomen like you did and I'm glad you took the whole week off. You deserve it. Don't worry, you'll have the house done in time for Ava and most likely in time for the New Year's party you want to have. :)

[kartothegill]

Having you two there helped a lot.

[coolbreezreeves]

"I'm not sure I could have handled a needle through the abdomen like you did"

You couldn't. You're a pussy <3

[chief_sevans]

I'm a pussy when it comes to other people's injuries and blood, not quite so bad when it's my own. :p

[musicalalana]

I had to have my cervix stitched closed with my first pregnancy. They said "minor discomfort" they lied.

[kartothegill]

They really don't know what "minor discomfort" means do they?

[musicalalana]

The real "discomfort" is coming though! So maybe it's all trying to get you used to giving birth? After Juliette was born, Sophia turned sideways and the doctor had to reach his hand up inside and grab her by the feet and pull her out... so that happens sometimes.

[kartothegill]

That doesn't sound great at all.

[coolbreezreeves]

You didn't break the hand because I only gave you two fingers to squeeze, precisely so you wouldnt break that hand. :D

I'm relieved that there aren't any problems, myself.

As for pain tolerance, I am teaching you meditation before she comes, starting asap, to help with pain tolerance. Don't argue >.>

[kartothegill]

I'm pretty sure at this point that the epidural is just going to take the edge off so I won't argue.

[tiffanywaldorf]

Happy Birthday!