You know the old adage: "If you don't have anything good to say, don't say it at all". That's why I haven't posted for a while; I've been downright cranky for the last couple of days and didn't want this to turn into a Debbie Downer blog so I figured I would hold off until I had something good to report. Well, things are turning around. I have a "mama bear" nurse who bent over backwards for me and stole one of the air mattresses from Labor & Delivery so I could have a more comfortable bed. She also gave me more pillows to try to help make me more snug. And I had a productive conversation with my doctor today (aside from the wheelchair blessing). She didn't realize that I had some pesky night nurses who were waking me up multiple times in the middle of the night for vitals. She's going to put a stop to that so I only get woken up at 12 and at 6 when I need my medicine. Also, while I'm up at 6 they will start the morning monitor session then instead of waking me up again at 7 for that. I think this is good news because this means the session will be done by the time breakfast arrives, and I can now finally have a hot breakfast for the first time since I've been back from Peoria. Ah, a more comfortable bed, uninterrupted sleep, and a decent breakfast - all things that will definitely make me less grumpy and make me quit wishing I was back in Peoria.
The most surprising news came when I asked my doctor what the game plan was; I was curious as to how long I will be on the meds to stop the contractions. I was shocked when she said that meds are stopped at the 34 week mark. Wow. I would have thought for sure they would be used until 36 or 37 weeks. So that means come next Tuesday, I will be off all medication and our little man will be allowed to come whenever he wants. (Side note here for my sister-in-law: Kristy, you're due first so you need to have that little boy of yours soon because I may not meet my 35 week goal after all. Start eating spicy food or eggplant parmesan, going on drives down bumpy roads with that crazy driver hubby of yours, and jog every day, girly!)
Glad things are turning around for you. It's crazy that you've been on bedrest that long. Way to hang in there! It's also crazy that your little boy could be here in another week or so. Hopefully he'll decide to hang out longer, but at least you know the possibility is there so you can be prepared (well, mostly anyway). I will write more in an e-mail to you tomorrow, but we are likely coming for a visit to the QC in Februrary. Would love to visit with you, whether that is at home with your newborn or in the hospital. I hope the nurses continue to be nicer to you and make your stay more comfortable. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
ReplyDeleteI have a STRONG feeling you will beat me to the punch! ;) Crazy to think in a month or so, we will both have little boys to add to our families. Hang in there! BTW, I was measuring 39cm today! I am feeling it, too! Glad you are back in the QC! We love you guys!
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