Every year since we have moved to the Baltimore area we have gone to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra concert at Christmas time. It puts me in the mood and it's one of the only concerts I really enjoy and look forward to every year. It's just so moving. They don't put on a Metallica type event, it's very family oriented.

Well, this year my DH doesn't think we should go. I'm going to be 28 weeks when they come. He thinks the walk from the parking garage will be too much and sitting for that long would not work and other dangers related to being in downtown Baltimore. It's about a two hour show with an intermission.

I truly do not want to miss the concert this year. But want to do what's best for the kids.

What does everyone think? We need to get tickets fairly early to get decent seats.

Thanks,
Nancy

Born at 28 weeks

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Dallas - 2 lb 8 oz
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Nancy,

I would call and see if the have close by handicapped parking and then ask your doctor for a temporary handicapped pass. You may be able to get great parking that way close to the venue. BTW where is being held this year? I may surprise DH and take him there since we are just up the road in Harford County.

Donna Blasdell
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The concert is December 29th at the 1st Mariner Arena.

We always have such a great time. It is well worth it.

Where do you live in Harford County? We're in Aberdeen.


Thanks,
Nancy

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Dallas - 2 lb 8 oz
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There are no guarantees with a triplet pregnancy. Your babies may have arrived by then. You may be on bedrest by then. Or you may be feeling great by then! There's just no way to tell.

If you want to purchase the tickets and then see how you're doing as the date approaches, there are some things you/DH can do to make the outing a little easier for you. For example, I have to laugh when you say that your DH says that walking from the parking garage will be too much for you. His job would be to give you curb-side service, literally drop you off at the door. You wait while HE walks from the parking garage. Same thing at the end of the concert.

You would also need to be willing to leave the concert early if you just don't feel right. Too much pressure/exertion can bring on contractions - and many moms cannot feel their contractions! Would you feel too disappointed if you had to leave the concert before the end?

Oh - and one more thing to keep in mind while making your decision. You will literally be peeing like every 15 minutes by that point in your pregnancy.

Good luck making your decision.

Naomi
gbb 7-12-02

If you are going to go, what about obtaining/renting a wheelchair? (and handicap seats?). I know a couple moms who were taken about in a whell chair at the end of their pregnancies - the less strain of walking the better. Not only will it be less stress/exertion on your body, you may be tired and welcome it. Just a thought


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To be honest, I don't think you will feel up to going by then. I would not plan to go.

I know how you feel. I was in the hospital on bedrest for Easter two years ago and I was so upset about it. The nurses were awesome, though. They brought all the stuff and we dyed Easter eggs and ate Peeps, and it ended up not being as bad as I expected.

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My doc gave me a temp handicap tag about 24 weeks - he said not to walk for long distances and to use a wheelchair during outings... It was weird at first - but I figures I would do what I needed to do to protect the babies....

I think the Convention center should rent wheelchairs and have handicap accessible parking. ( TSO has an older crowd - I am sure you will not be the only wheelchair bound person)

Good luck

Ash
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I'd suggest buying the DVD and watch it at home all cuddled up on the couch with your honey - date nights are about to come to a halt so enjoy them still but be comfortable. I am thinking sitting upright (it shortens your cervix) would be more of an issue then you walking around.

Thanks everyone for the advice. I have decided to forgo the concert this year. What's really important is these three little lives. I've always been a tough cookie and have thought I can push through anything but this is very different. Anyway, I've seen them many times before and hopefully I'll get to see them next year if our moving plans go well.

Thank you for opening my eyes and seeing what really matters.

Nancy

Born at 28 weeks

Rebecca 2 lb 11 oz
Dallas - 2 lb 8 oz
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Just me...but I would error on the side of caution and stay home this year.

Maybe you and DH can make a night of it and have some close friends over and have a little mini home concert.


Amy
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Thanks. We already have the DVD and all their CDs. That's how much I really like them and want to go.

Also, I failed to mention we may not be here next year depending on when our transfer orders to Germany come in. That's one of the reasons I really wanted to go just in case it's the last time to see them.

Thanks for the advice,
Nancy

Born at 28 weeks

Rebecca 2 lb 11 oz
Dallas - 2 lb 8 oz
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I know how much you would like to go--but I also know how I felt at 28 weeks. There is no way I could have sat through a concert. . .

Hope you're still doing well. . .

cherie

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Jack 6.7 lb
Christian 6.0 lb

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