Pregnancy Update

I have been contracting (not Braxton Hicks) off and on since Monday. Well, Wednesday morning at 4:30am, I am woken up by strong, painful contractions. I am timing, watching, waiting, debating, thinking and going through all kinds of emotions. At 7am, the contractions start to be more regular but not as painful. All through the day I am hit w/ mild, moderate and strong contractions. I go walking and shopping w/ my mom to keep contractions going.

At 3pm, I call Labor & Delivery and the nurse told me that if my contractions stay regular and strong to come in. Well, at 3:30ishpm, they subsided. Then at about 4:15ishpm, they started again hard and regular. I and my husband then go to L&D. I am monitored, my contractions are coming hard and regular. I was 36w5d. The doctor on-call said I wasn't in "real" labor. I was checked and had dilated only to 1cm. No effacement was mentioned. I was sent me home being told that I had to have stronger and more painful contractions. The doctor did say if I was truly in labor, that they won't be stopped. Also if my water broke that I was definitely going to be admitted. I was mad and upset because here I am in L&D having strong and painful contractions and I am sent home w/ instructions to take Benadryl or Tylenol PM. At least keep me until my contractions subsides (if they were to which they did later but the doctor didn't know that). Oh the doctor said too, that since I am not 37 weeks, that he wanted me to be at home. My baby would be a preemie. Umm alright I was/am 2 days from 37 weeks. 2 days won't really make a difference plus my 1st was born when I was 36w5d and he was great. His lungs and his eating were good. I know, I know every baby is different but I was just ticked off.

Today I had my NST & OB appointment. The OB who saw me said that next Friday (11/6) I am to be induced. I have to call on that day, early in the morning to find out what time to arrive. I am now 36w6d. Tomorrow I will be 37 weeks.

So everyone that's my update. I am on such a roller coaster right now... *stomps*

Alright

Whew, it has been awhile eh? Just a little catching up then. I am pregnant with my 3rd child and I'm having a girl this time around. I have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes as of 12/31/08. My sugar/glucose levels are great! So this is what happened today:

Had my 2nd growth check ultrasound today. I'm 36 weeks exactly. Nyomi is 6 pounds and 3 ounces. She's in the 50 percentile in size. She has a lot of hair and she's definitely a girl, no mistake about that one. My high-risk doctor said that he doesn't want me going past 38 weeks and an induction date will be discussed at my next OB appointment.

Walking

Elijah started walking today! He took about 10-15 steps. Oh boy, here we go!

OB Appointment

Had my prenatal appointment today. Things are going great which I am very happy for. I am gaining weight (like my doctor wants me to) and my blood pressure is good. Nyomi's heartbeat level is within the 150 range and she's a mover. My OB/GYN says I may start having my NST (non-stress test) early due to my blood condition. All in all, everything is going well. I went to Target also and found the "perfect" photo album and also a 8.5"x8.5" scrapbook journal I want for Nyomi. I went to Target also and found the "perfect" photo album and also 8.5"x8.5" scrapbook journal I want for Nyomi.

L&D Visit

Round.ligament.pains. That's what all this cramping is! I and Christopher spent 3 hrs in Labor and Delivery having Nyomi monitored. She's doing great, moving and also moving too well. The nurse had to chase her around to hear her heartbeat. I gave urine and blood samples. Both came back good. I am advised to drink 1 gallon of water per day. Apparently you can have round ligament pains in different parts of your body. Wow, didn't know that. Undecided I thought maybe an UTI, nope urine test proved negative. I have Type 2 diabetics and my urine showed no signs of sugar. So now I'll have this cramping along the whole bottom side of my stomach for I don't know long. I had round ligament pains w/ my 1st but they were in my inner thighs. I can't bend over, really can't bend over. My belly is sooo sore. Well, I am happy it wasn't preterm labor. Just good ole "normal" pregnancy stuff.

Hope -n- Strength

My mother-in-law Cindy has a blog called Hope -N- Strength. It's full of emotions due to the fact she's pouring out her life story of her abuse of all kinds. She created this blog to help others. Here is in her own words what her blog is about and for:

Hope - N- Strength is a safe place for men, women or children to come to. If you’ve ever been abused in any manner, if you're lonely, depressed, or just need to talk and get something off your chest, I’m here to listen and respond. I am hoping that my story will give someone the strength to stand up for themselves, for their children or just for someone that they care about. For one to gain the courage, the hope and the strength. NO it’s not going to be easy, YES it will be hard, BUT nowhere near as hard as what you are going through or what you’ve already gone through. IMAGINE living pain free, fearing nothing, and living in freedom. It’s POSSIBLE, it’s out there for you, you just have to want it. I’m not here to save the world. BUT I would like to save someone with HOPE -N- STRENGTH.

It's A Girl!

I had my "big" ultrasound today and I along with the hubby, found out we are having our first girl! I am excited amongst other emotions. Now to buy some pinks and purple...

Arrrgh! Life Is Hectic!

Well, I have been MIA huh? I have not forgotten about you all (whoever is a fan). As the title states, life is hectic for me right now. Really hectic. I am now 4 1/2 months pregnant (as of today), getting big and my oldest child Michael wants a "siser" because he already has a "broher". Aren't children cute? On June 29th, I go in for the "big" ultrasound. I shall come in periodically to update what's going on in my life. Until then, tata!

I Am Semi Back

Well, I found out yesterday that I am pregnant. Baby #3 for me. I went to the hospital on the 17th to give a urine sample and found out the next morning that the result was positive. Family is hoping for a girl since I have 2 boys already. I just want a healthy pregnancy and baby, an uncomplicated labor. Is that too much to ask for? My oldest son Michael said he wants a sister. He also started preschool. He loves it, always asking to go. Elijah my youngest son is now taking off in his walker. He was a late bloomer but he got it now. As you can imagine, life is really hectic now. With the news of a new baby, I have something else to scrap! Ahh scrapbooking... my addiction.. I mean hobby.

March 20, 2009 Blog Prompt: Close your eyes. Listen. What all do you hear? Can you describe it in detail? Once you opened your eyes, did what you thought you heard and actually heard coincide?
I hear the computer fans. It's soothing actually.

Another Break

Michael is having surgery and things are hectic right now. Shall return hopefully on February 1st.