Epidural is in and taking effect. Em is on terbutaline for a bit longer to normalize things for baby. Labor won’t resume for a bit.
Doctor was in good spirits. He’s a pretty no nonsense guy at Em’s appointments, but he’s been quite chatty when he’s come in. After he broke the water and there was the scramble to address the cord, they switched heartrate monitors, and when the new one started logging baby’s heart, he asked me, “Have you ever seen Ben Hur? This is ramming speed.” Good times.
Em’s pleased that the epidural is kicking in.
Praying for all of you!