Well, I just got back from the hospital.... So, about a week ago I was having shooting pains in my stomach and random contractions. We weren't sure if these were actual contractions or braxton hicks. We debated calling my doctor since it was late at night and finally decided to just wait another day and see what happens. Nothing was happening, no more contractions or shooting pains so I never went to the doctors. Well, today around 6 pm I was making Skye dinner when all of a sudden water just started pouring down my leg and I couldn't stop it. This was very weird to me because I have never just lost control of my bladder while being pregnant. I call the doctor and they said to come in NOW to make sure my water hasn't broke since I'm only 28 weeks. I go in, they monitor the baby and thankfully my water didn't break. I guess the baby was right on my bladder and made me pee my pants! Anyway, so that was a relief but on another serious note I'm 1 cm dilated and 60% effaced. What!?! I still have 10 more weeks. I can't be 60% effaced and dilating already. Since I wasn't contracting and the baby is doing good they sent me home. If I was contracting they would have stopped it but since I wasn't they couldn't really do anything. So, they said take it easy, put my feet up, lay on my left side, and drink lots of fluids. I'm really kicking myself for not going to the hospital last week. Stupid me was trying to tough it out thinking it was nothing when I was really in preterm labor. I don't know when this baby is coming and being 60% effaced already and still have 3 months left I feel she is gonna come earlier than planned. I'm going to do everything in my power to keep this baby inside me and to keep myself sane I'm just gonna take it week at time. The more weeks I carry this baby the healthier she will be. I'm not gonna lie, I'm pretty scared but I can do this!
8 years ago
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oh man! that is CRAZY! you are one of the most determined people i know though, shawna..sooo no doubts here you're doing the best you can for that child! :) i miss you and will be thinking bout you and the fam this thanksgiving time.
First, you peed down your leg. (just had to laugh about it :) Second, she will be perfect! As long as you take it easy and go to the doctor if you feel any contractions or pain, she will be healthy. I was born 7 weeks early and I am "normal" (not up for debate) and that was 27 years ago, so medical stuff has only gotten better. Every week is a bonus, but just know all will be okay. I don't blame you for being nervous, it is so nerve racking being a mom!
Oh man! That is scary. But you will be fine, just take it easy.
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