It's our 2nd day in the antepartum unit. It's been much more relaxed today. The boys just had a BPP. I was bit anxious after A's performance yesterday. The good news is they all got 8/8 today so I don't need an NST!!!
Also, I forgot to mention yesterday that my belly is labeled. It actually says A, B, & C with marker on my belly so it makes it easier for the nurses to find them when we do heartbeat checks.
I think someday I'll post pix of the bathroom. It's quite hysterical how small it is and how little space there is for me to store things. Oh, another thing I forgot to mention is my room is a double so I have the option of getting a roommate. So much fun. All the rooms are doubles so I guess I have no choice. Let's just hope that nobody else needs to join me b/c there's really no storage space (especially in the bathroom). I don't think I'd be able to handle having a roomie, but we'll cross that bridge when we come to it...
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Antepartum Update
So after 72 hours in L&D, I was moved down to antepartum at 2am. It's been quite a change. I can take showers, wear my own clothes, pee all by myself, and I'm not hooked up to 3 IV's, a BP cuff and O2 thing. It's much quieter and I get to sleep more.
The boys are hanging in there too. They had their first biophysical profile today. B&C (the twins) passed with 8/8. A (the water breaker) got a 4/8. He lost points for lack of fluid (obviously), lack of movement, and lack of breathing. Because of this, they did a Non-stress test on him right away. He was fine. He was just being camera shy. We'll have another u/s tomorrow to keep updated on his status.
The scoop is I'm here until I deliver. Because A broke his bag of fluid, I run the risk of infection. We have to be monitored constantly and I need lots of antibiotics. It's kind of a pain, but I know it's important. We're hoping to keep these boys cooking for 4-5 more weeks. They won't let me go past 34 weeks at this point. Every day continues to count so we are grateful for each day that we are given.
All prayers and well wishes are greatly appreciated and urgently needed. Thank you for everybody's help with all of this craziness. We definitely wouldn't be able to do it without you.
The boys are hanging in there too. They had their first biophysical profile today. B&C (the twins) passed with 8/8. A (the water breaker) got a 4/8. He lost points for lack of fluid (obviously), lack of movement, and lack of breathing. Because of this, they did a Non-stress test on him right away. He was fine. He was just being camera shy. We'll have another u/s tomorrow to keep updated on his status.
The scoop is I'm here until I deliver. Because A broke his bag of fluid, I run the risk of infection. We have to be monitored constantly and I need lots of antibiotics. It's kind of a pain, but I know it's important. We're hoping to keep these boys cooking for 4-5 more weeks. They won't let me go past 34 weeks at this point. Every day continues to count so we are grateful for each day that we are given.
All prayers and well wishes are greatly appreciated and urgently needed. Thank you for everybody's help with all of this craziness. We definitely wouldn't be able to do it without you.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
L&D Update
Well, I guess my 29 week post was a bit too positive. Last night I felt a few trickles and wasn't sure if it was urine or fluid...so I called the hospital. They said I should stop by for a visit. While running around packing my stuff & Eli's stuff and getting a sitter for Eli, I continued to feel some leakage. So we sent Eli off to Matt & Amy's.
We hauled tail down to Boston, which didn't take long thankfully. We checked into triage and they confirmed it was indeed fluid. I started panicking and crying and hyperventilating. From there, I was admitted and I've been here ever since and will continue to be here until the little guys arrive.
I'm on Magnesium, antibioticsm and saline. I've had one dose of my steroids. I was contracting a bit, but the mag stopped it. The biggest issue is the lack of sleep. After 72 hours in L&D (where I currently am) if everybody behaves, I get to move to antepartum.
Well it's tough typing with this silly thing on my finger and my supper's arrived...yum-o!!!
We hauled tail down to Boston, which didn't take long thankfully. We checked into triage and they confirmed it was indeed fluid. I started panicking and crying and hyperventilating. From there, I was admitted and I've been here ever since and will continue to be here until the little guys arrive.
I'm on Magnesium, antibioticsm and saline. I've had one dose of my steroids. I was contracting a bit, but the mag stopped it. The biggest issue is the lack of sleep. After 72 hours in L&D (where I currently am) if everybody behaves, I get to move to antepartum.
Well it's tough typing with this silly thing on my finger and my supper's arrived...yum-o!!!
Friday, August 27, 2010
The Countdown is On
Dave's first time signing on. Soo... baby A's water broke this evening. We're at MGH. Will post a's often a's I can. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.
29 Weeks...YeeeeeHaaaaawww!!!
Another week down! I can't believe how quickly it's going. I don't feel anywhere close to ready. We're making progress, but unfortunately not as quickly as I would like. I just want to do the "I Dream of Jeannie" blink and have everything done. That would be lovely.
Symptoms this week continue to revolve around my hips and sleeping. It is soooooooo uncomfortable. I've tried every pillow configuration possible, but it just isn't working. I can make it until about 4 AM and then I'm in too much pain to sleep anymore. I then prop all the pillows up to make a recliner-like position and stay there praying for a few more z's. Naps are important now to make up for another 2 hours of sleep, but even short naps are painful too.
Another symptom that has developed (some may say worsened) this week is that my brain is complete mush. Here are 3 examples from this week: I forgot my purse at somebody's house, I left the freezer door open (when I need an ice cream sandwich--get out of the way!), and I forgot to toast my English Muffin...Don't ask!!!
The boys are constantly moving around. Baby A is easy to feel b/c he's the lowest and not tangled up with his brothers as much. The Twinkies however are constantly involved in a WWE match and I can't tell who's who. You can actually see my belly moving around. It's pretty nuts!
I'm going back to school next week...I know crazy, huh? I'm going to take it easy. I'll only be there 1/2 days and I have my wheelchair. My sub is hired so I just want to help her transition in and help with a little paperwork. It will be all very low impact (i.e. I can do it from my chair). My next appt is the day after Labor Day so we'll see what the doc says at that point.
One thing I forgot to mention from my appointment is that my dr said he'd let me go as far as 37 weeks. Holy Cow (yes, I ment the double meaning)!!! I want these babies to cook as long as possible and be as big and healthy as possible so the longer I go, the better it will be for them. I know the pain and suffering for me is only going to get worse, but I've heard it's all worth it in end. For every day I keep them cooking, is about 2 fewer days they're in the hospital. I've read stories and seen babies 1st hand that have had long NICU stays so I'm hoping to avoid a lengthy stay for these guys.
Keep up the prayers! The boys and I feel your positive vibes!!!
Symptoms this week continue to revolve around my hips and sleeping. It is soooooooo uncomfortable. I've tried every pillow configuration possible, but it just isn't working. I can make it until about 4 AM and then I'm in too much pain to sleep anymore. I then prop all the pillows up to make a recliner-like position and stay there praying for a few more z's. Naps are important now to make up for another 2 hours of sleep, but even short naps are painful too.
Another symptom that has developed (some may say worsened) this week is that my brain is complete mush. Here are 3 examples from this week: I forgot my purse at somebody's house, I left the freezer door open (when I need an ice cream sandwich--get out of the way!), and I forgot to toast my English Muffin...Don't ask!!!
The boys are constantly moving around. Baby A is easy to feel b/c he's the lowest and not tangled up with his brothers as much. The Twinkies however are constantly involved in a WWE match and I can't tell who's who. You can actually see my belly moving around. It's pretty nuts!
I'm going back to school next week...I know crazy, huh? I'm going to take it easy. I'll only be there 1/2 days and I have my wheelchair. My sub is hired so I just want to help her transition in and help with a little paperwork. It will be all very low impact (i.e. I can do it from my chair). My next appt is the day after Labor Day so we'll see what the doc says at that point.
One thing I forgot to mention from my appointment is that my dr said he'd let me go as far as 37 weeks. Holy Cow (yes, I ment the double meaning)!!! I want these babies to cook as long as possible and be as big and healthy as possible so the longer I go, the better it will be for them. I know the pain and suffering for me is only going to get worse, but I've heard it's all worth it in end. For every day I keep them cooking, is about 2 fewer days they're in the hospital. I've read stories and seen babies 1st hand that have had long NICU stays so I'm hoping to avoid a lengthy stay for these guys.
Keep up the prayers! The boys and I feel your positive vibes!!!
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
28 Week Appointment
So today was another early one. Yikes! 1st we had a growth scan, fluid check, and cervix check. We had a different tech today and she was very chatty and excited to be scanning triplets. It looks like Baby A is our chunker, which is o.k. because he's on his own so he's not stealing from his brothers. He's weighing in at 2 lbs 14 oz which is in the 55th percentile for singletons! Yay! Bring it on! Babies B & C are about even (YAY!) and their fluid looks good. B is still 1 oz bigger, but no big worries. He is 2 lbs 6 oz and C is 2 lbs 5 oz. They're in the low 30's percentile wise. I feel like I'm at school and I need the bell curve to explain to parents what that means! Ha!
Next we did weight/BP and chatted with the doc. Weight didn't change. I don't know how, but it didn't. BP was 118/62. And my belly around is 50.5" (I measure that myself...it's not "official"). Oh, yeah and my cervix is "a mile long" according to my dr. (it's still 4+ cm).
My dr is super excited about my progress and is in awe of my stats. He's happy about the boys' sizes, about my cervix and my blood pressure. We got some paperwork today and had to talk about anesthesia (we have a consult next time). I've never had a c-section so I'm a little freaked and my epidural was nuts last time so I definitely want to talk to the anesthesia people.
I got another week off for good behavior, but after that, I'm in every week at least 1x/week. Next week is Eli's 1st day at Ste. Jeanne D'arc so I'm glad I got the day off.
I did take a belly pic this week, but I'm too tired to upload/post right now. I'll add it in later.
Thanks for all the prayers and crossed fingers...it looks like it's working. The next step is getting all the baby gear organized and the room ready. It's easier said than done as I'm not super mobile and lifting big boxes isn't really my thing right now. Any volunteers to come help???
OOOOOOH, van pix later too! We pick it up at 5!!!
Pix are Up!!!
Here I am propped up like the Princess & the Pea
28 weeks (50.5" around belly)
Eli trying out his new seat in the van
Me getting ready to drive off in my new van
Eli in the back seat
Me stopped at a red light (Eli took this pic)
Next we did weight/BP and chatted with the doc. Weight didn't change. I don't know how, but it didn't. BP was 118/62. And my belly around is 50.5" (I measure that myself...it's not "official"). Oh, yeah and my cervix is "a mile long" according to my dr. (it's still 4+ cm).
My dr is super excited about my progress and is in awe of my stats. He's happy about the boys' sizes, about my cervix and my blood pressure. We got some paperwork today and had to talk about anesthesia (we have a consult next time). I've never had a c-section so I'm a little freaked and my epidural was nuts last time so I definitely want to talk to the anesthesia people.
I got another week off for good behavior, but after that, I'm in every week at least 1x/week. Next week is Eli's 1st day at Ste. Jeanne D'arc so I'm glad I got the day off.
I did take a belly pic this week, but I'm too tired to upload/post right now. I'll add it in later.
Thanks for all the prayers and crossed fingers...it looks like it's working. The next step is getting all the baby gear organized and the room ready. It's easier said than done as I'm not super mobile and lifting big boxes isn't really my thing right now. Any volunteers to come help???
OOOOOOH, van pix later too! We pick it up at 5!!!
Pix are Up!!!
Here I am propped up like the Princess & the Pea
28 weeks (50.5" around belly)
Eli trying out his new seat in the van
Me getting ready to drive off in my new van
Eli in the back seat
Me stopped at a red light (Eli took this pic)
Friday, August 20, 2010
28 Weeks...can you believe it???
We've made it to another huge milestone!!! I can't believe it. It's been a crazy week around here...Let's see...
I guess the biggest, craziest event of the week is that I sold my car! Another milestone! We put it up on Craig's List on Sunday (PS, I think I'm addicted to Craig's List). We got a bunch of lulubirds asking us all kinds of things, like to drive it an hour away so they can test drive it. On Tuesday, a very normal person emailed me. Dave called him back on Wednesday and on Thursday, he brought over a stack of cash and today, we handed him the keys. It all went so fast. I sort of expected it to take much longer. Now the next big step is (drumroll please) the van!
I have been buying lots of things of Craig's List too, Baby Bjorns, Booster Seats, all kinds of stuff. Hence my addiction.
My only complaint of the week health-wise, is my hips are killing me and I can't sleep. I raved a few weeks back about my egg crate, but I think it's no longer got me as excited as I was. I try to sleep on one side and in about 10 minutes I'm so uncomfortable that I have to switch sides. Then this repeats, and repeats, and repeats. Then I don't get much sleep. Oy vey!
Edited to Add:::
OK. Now I remember what else I wanted to say about the crazy week. Eli had a dentist appt and no cavities! Yay! I hope his teeth hold off as long as mine did (til college). The other big Eli news is that he passed his hearing test!!! The tube worked! We got his earplugs and he was hesitant to use them at first, but now he's excited to be able to dunk his head again and hopefully go to swim class again!
I guess the biggest, craziest event of the week is that I sold my car! Another milestone! We put it up on Craig's List on Sunday (PS, I think I'm addicted to Craig's List). We got a bunch of lulubirds asking us all kinds of things, like to drive it an hour away so they can test drive it. On Tuesday, a very normal person emailed me. Dave called him back on Wednesday and on Thursday, he brought over a stack of cash and today, we handed him the keys. It all went so fast. I sort of expected it to take much longer. Now the next big step is (drumroll please) the van!
I have been buying lots of things of Craig's List too, Baby Bjorns, Booster Seats, all kinds of stuff. Hence my addiction.
My only complaint of the week health-wise, is my hips are killing me and I can't sleep. I raved a few weeks back about my egg crate, but I think it's no longer got me as excited as I was. I try to sleep on one side and in about 10 minutes I'm so uncomfortable that I have to switch sides. Then this repeats, and repeats, and repeats. Then I don't get much sleep. Oy vey!
Edited to Add:::
OK. Now I remember what else I wanted to say about the crazy week. Eli had a dentist appt and no cavities! Yay! I hope his teeth hold off as long as mine did (til college). The other big Eli news is that he passed his hearing test!!! The tube worked! We got his earplugs and he was hesitant to use them at first, but now he's excited to be able to dunk his head again and hopefully go to swim class again!
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Eli, Eli, Eli
Eli's been having a hard time adjusting to the thought of the babies. We've made slideshows to watch, a paper chain to rip, and he reads stories to them every night. It's unclear if it's helping the regression issues he's been having. He's gotten better with the baby talk, he's still obsessed with his "dipey" (a diaper), and he's wetting the bed and sucking his thumb like crazy. It makes our lives a little more exciting to say the least.
Well today he was playing with a snowglobe that plays "You are My Sunshine." He starts singing along and says, "You are my sunshines" (to the babies of course) and "You'll never know, brothers, how much I love you". OK. If that doesn't melt your heart at least a little bit, then I don't know what else to tell you.
Well today he was playing with a snowglobe that plays "You are My Sunshine." He starts singing along and says, "You are my sunshines" (to the babies of course) and "You'll never know, brothers, how much I love you". OK. If that doesn't melt your heart at least a little bit, then I don't know what else to tell you.
Friday, August 13, 2010
27 Weeks...WooHoo!!!
I'm very excited to make it to 27 weeks. Only 1 more week until the big 28 week milestone. I feel like this is going by very quickly (of course there are times I'd like to fast forward through too).
Lately I've been stressed/anxious. Those of you who know me, know that this is the norm and don't see why this is news. I'm just panicking that we'll never be ready and we'll never have all the stuff we need. We had our shower a few weeks ago and we got sooooo much stuff, but we still need soooo much more. I'm just freaking out that we'll have the babies and no bottles to feed them or equipment for my pump. Because Dave's time is so valuable, I don't want to drag him around buying stuff and I really can't go out unchaperoned. We'll get there eventually, I just have to breathe...easier said than done...
I'm also panicking about helpers after the babies are born. I feel like I'll need so much help, but don't know who to ask or how to handle them. I really think I'll need people to do "chores" like wash bottles, diapers, etc, but how do you ask people to do that? I know it's all silly stuff, but this is what consumes me at night when I should be sleeping...
Lately I've been stressed/anxious. Those of you who know me, know that this is the norm and don't see why this is news. I'm just panicking that we'll never be ready and we'll never have all the stuff we need. We had our shower a few weeks ago and we got sooooo much stuff, but we still need soooo much more. I'm just freaking out that we'll have the babies and no bottles to feed them or equipment for my pump. Because Dave's time is so valuable, I don't want to drag him around buying stuff and I really can't go out unchaperoned. We'll get there eventually, I just have to breathe...easier said than done...
I'm also panicking about helpers after the babies are born. I feel like I'll need so much help, but don't know who to ask or how to handle them. I really think I'll need people to do "chores" like wash bottles, diapers, etc, but how do you ask people to do that? I know it's all silly stuff, but this is what consumes me at night when I should be sleeping...
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Bloodwork...
So I got the results of my blood work and I don't have GD!!! They've been watching me closely and hopefully this was my last test. I can't believe I passed given my affinity for pop tarts and donuts.
They did find that my iron levels are a bit low, so I need to add an iron supplement to my day. Have you ever taken iron? Have you ever taken a pre-natal vitamin? Know what happens when you take either one? Can you imagine taking both together? Yikes! I hope my fiber pills will take care of that problem...
They did find that my iron levels are a bit low, so I need to add an iron supplement to my day. Have you ever taken iron? Have you ever taken a pre-natal vitamin? Know what happens when you take either one? Can you imagine taking both together? Yikes! I hope my fiber pills will take care of that problem...
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Some pix...
I know it's been awhile so I've got some pix to share...
Eli's helping Dave hammer the baseboard in our room.
Dave & I with the triple decker at the shower...all we need is babies!!!
Dave & I cutting the cake. This was at 24 weeks for the belly pix.
We let Eli graffiti his walls...I mean help paint them.
Dave & Eli before Eli's surgery
Eli & I made a paper chain to count down the days until the babies' arrival. He takes off 1 loop everyday.
Eli's big boy room is painted!!!
My 26 week belly. It's measuring 49" around...
Eli's helping Dave hammer the baseboard in our room.
Dave & I with the triple decker at the shower...all we need is babies!!!
Dave & I cutting the cake. This was at 24 weeks for the belly pix.
We let Eli graffiti his walls...I mean help paint them.
Dave & Eli before Eli's surgery
Eli & I made a paper chain to count down the days until the babies' arrival. He takes off 1 loop everyday.
Eli's big boy room is painted!!!
My 26 week belly. It's measuring 49" around...
Dr. Update
We had an u/s at 7:45 today so we had to leave home at 5:30. Yikes. I was a mess. I haven't woken up that early in forever! Eli slept at J & Amy's to ease the morning transition.
Stats: Weight up 5 lbs from last week (which is good b/c I lost 1 lb last week) BP 110/60
The appt went well. It was long though, of course! I was shocked initially b/c they had me do my glucose test. Well, I had just finished a pop tart, so oops! I bet it's gonna come back with my sugars elevated a bit. I'm not looking forward to the diet since so little is appealing to me right now. It's driving Dave crazy (I know...the poor guy has to deal with me and all of my crazy issues).
Next up was the u/s. We had the friendly/chatty tech. She checked out the boys and the fluid and everything looked good to her. She checked my cervix (internally--it's been awhile since I had an "innie" u/s) and it was almost 5cm. She had a "helper" with her and they were both shocked that a triplet mom had such a super cervix. Then a doctor came in and his words were something like, "Baby C has some extra fluid, but Baby B's fluid is still in the average range". That sounds like good news to me, right?
Then I was off to see Dr. M. He was pleased with my cervix (how could he not be?). And my most nagging symptom of late is that when I stand/walk for 10+ minutes I get woozy. This limits some of my activities both in and out of the house. No washing dishes or standing in the shower. It's tough to brush my teeth and get my hair/makeup together. I asked if I could get a wheelchair. He said that if I'm doing something that requires a wheelchair, then I probably shouldn't be doing it. Hmm...well...I still need a wheelchair so if you've got one laying around, let me know.
Also I look forward to my daily "field trips". This is just getting out of the house. I've pretty much been in lockdown and need to get out to prevent myself from losing any additional brain cells. I would love some chaparones if you're in the mood to hang out with the super duper pregger lady. It doesn't matter where we go, as long as I can sit or roll.
Keep up the prayers for the little ones! I get a week off from the dr for good behavior next week. Maybe Dave can actually work 5 days and get a full paycheck next week!!!
Stats: Weight up 5 lbs from last week (which is good b/c I lost 1 lb last week) BP 110/60
The appt went well. It was long though, of course! I was shocked initially b/c they had me do my glucose test. Well, I had just finished a pop tart, so oops! I bet it's gonna come back with my sugars elevated a bit. I'm not looking forward to the diet since so little is appealing to me right now. It's driving Dave crazy (I know...the poor guy has to deal with me and all of my crazy issues).
Next up was the u/s. We had the friendly/chatty tech. She checked out the boys and the fluid and everything looked good to her. She checked my cervix (internally--it's been awhile since I had an "innie" u/s) and it was almost 5cm. She had a "helper" with her and they were both shocked that a triplet mom had such a super cervix. Then a doctor came in and his words were something like, "Baby C has some extra fluid, but Baby B's fluid is still in the average range". That sounds like good news to me, right?
Then I was off to see Dr. M. He was pleased with my cervix (how could he not be?). And my most nagging symptom of late is that when I stand/walk for 10+ minutes I get woozy. This limits some of my activities both in and out of the house. No washing dishes or standing in the shower. It's tough to brush my teeth and get my hair/makeup together. I asked if I could get a wheelchair. He said that if I'm doing something that requires a wheelchair, then I probably shouldn't be doing it. Hmm...well...I still need a wheelchair so if you've got one laying around, let me know.
Also I look forward to my daily "field trips". This is just getting out of the house. I've pretty much been in lockdown and need to get out to prevent myself from losing any additional brain cells. I would love some chaparones if you're in the mood to hang out with the super duper pregger lady. It doesn't matter where we go, as long as I can sit or roll.
Keep up the prayers for the little ones! I get a week off from the dr for good behavior next week. Maybe Dave can actually work 5 days and get a full paycheck next week!!!
Friday, August 6, 2010
26 weeks down...10 more to go (hopefully)
We're excited that we've hit the 26 week mark. 2 more weeks until we hit the important 28 week mark. As usual though, every minute, hour, day, week is important for these little guys' development. We'd love to make it to 36 weeks, but understand that 32 is typical. We hope to make it as long as we can.
We wouldn't be able to do what we're doing without all of our angels. We have angels dropping off gently used baby gear for us, giving us hand-me-down clothes and linens, taking care of Eli for us, helping Dave in construction-land upstairs, and making us meals. Now we just need a landscaping angel and a bathroom angel and we should be all set ;).
Of course the bigger I get, the less mobile I get. Last night was humiliating as Dave pushed me around the mall in a wheel chair, but I got what I needed to get and I didn't pass out so I guess it's not all bad. Lately standing/walking for more than 10 minutes causes some breathing issues. I get a little woozy. This includes the shower. J and Amy let us borrow a shower seat. It's funny taking a shower sitting down, but it's that or pass out...hmm...I'll take a shower seat please. Also sleeping is difficult as I'm only "allowed" to sleep on my left or right sides. This causes some issues in my hips and shoulders and I toss and turn all night long. J and Amy also let me borrow an "egg crate". Remember those? I think we all had them in college, but they're no where to be found now. Well, since I've gotten it, it's been miracle, who knew? Long live the egg crate!!!
We wouldn't be able to do what we're doing without all of our angels. We have angels dropping off gently used baby gear for us, giving us hand-me-down clothes and linens, taking care of Eli for us, helping Dave in construction-land upstairs, and making us meals. Now we just need a landscaping angel and a bathroom angel and we should be all set ;).
Of course the bigger I get, the less mobile I get. Last night was humiliating as Dave pushed me around the mall in a wheel chair, but I got what I needed to get and I didn't pass out so I guess it's not all bad. Lately standing/walking for more than 10 minutes causes some breathing issues. I get a little woozy. This includes the shower. J and Amy let us borrow a shower seat. It's funny taking a shower sitting down, but it's that or pass out...hmm...I'll take a shower seat please. Also sleeping is difficult as I'm only "allowed" to sleep on my left or right sides. This causes some issues in my hips and shoulders and I toss and turn all night long. J and Amy also let me borrow an "egg crate". Remember those? I think we all had them in college, but they're no where to be found now. Well, since I've gotten it, it's been miracle, who knew? Long live the egg crate!!!
Monday, August 2, 2010
Fluid Level Update
Baby B's fluid levels are the same. This is not good or bad. They don't seem too worried that they haven't changed in a week. He still has fluid in his bladder & stomach. His fluid is measuring at about 2cm. This whole thing can stay like this until who knows or it can correct itself. I'm praying for these 2 options (the latter is the best of course!). It can also become worse and Baby B could lose all fluid, not have any in his bladder or stomach and then we'd be headed down to MGH for the long haul.
Good news is my cervix is still 4 cm+. They want it to be more than 3 cm so at least that part of me is cooperating.
Also, weirdly I've lost 2 pounds in 6 days. I couldn't do that if I tried. I've been drinking protein shakes 2x/day and totally pigging out. I have noticed that my "hungry feeling" is different now. I don't know if that makes sense. I'll be sitting around knowing I should eat, but just feeling funny in my tummy. Then I eat something small, like a cheese stick, and my belly's like, "Hell, yeah! Bring it on!". It's just hard to eat when things feel "funny". Anyway, I'm off to enjoy my nightly Chipwich...
Thanks for the prayers and well wishes. Eli's surgery is tomorrow at 10:45 am. We can't let him eat or drink prior...it's going to be torture!!!
Good news is my cervix is still 4 cm+. They want it to be more than 3 cm so at least that part of me is cooperating.
Also, weirdly I've lost 2 pounds in 6 days. I couldn't do that if I tried. I've been drinking protein shakes 2x/day and totally pigging out. I have noticed that my "hungry feeling" is different now. I don't know if that makes sense. I'll be sitting around knowing I should eat, but just feeling funny in my tummy. Then I eat something small, like a cheese stick, and my belly's like, "Hell, yeah! Bring it on!". It's just hard to eat when things feel "funny". Anyway, I'm off to enjoy my nightly Chipwich...
Thanks for the prayers and well wishes. Eli's surgery is tomorrow at 10:45 am. We can't let him eat or drink prior...it's going to be torture!!!
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