I'm creating this blog so I can keep everyone updated on my pregnancy and what is going on in our family. I'm not sure how good of a blogger I will be, but I'll give it an honest try. So, here goes..........
Pregnancy Update #1 - 28 weeks
As most of you know I have been having contractions with this pregnancy since about 12 weeks. They were annoying but harmless and my doctors have been watching me carefully. Last week I went to my Maternal Fetal Specialist to have an ultrasound to check the baby's growth, etc. We discovered that the contractions weren't as harmless as we thought and I was put on medication to help calm the uterus. The medication worked at first, but after some very scary ordeals and two trips to Labor and Delivery, here I am back at home on bed rest for the next 9 weeks. Despite how aweful the medication makes me feel and how boring bedrest is (and challenging at times with a 2 yr old!), it is keeping the contractions under control and keeping this baby cookin' and for that I am very thankful.
The good news is that the baby is growing fast and is very healthy! He weighs 2 lbs 4 oz and is right on track for his age! The nurses said he had "beautiful acceleration", which apparently means he responds well during a contraction. He seems to be a fiesty little guy already. He doesn't like the fetal monitors and kicks them vigorously while they are on. He is very active and we love to feel him moving around in my tummy.
I am so very thankful to be back at home with my boys, who are taking wonderful care of me. Thank you all for your prayers and warm wishes. I'll be update as I know more.
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Hopefully the time will go by fast and you and that little one will both benefit from the rest. I will be following you on the blog!
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And from another Janet...I'm praying for you all, Bekah! This time will be over and a distant memory to you one day! I can only imagine how difficult it is right now, though. But, your little guy sounds so strong and like such a trooper!! I love his name too! I'll keep brainstorming for bedrest ideas! :) Love you! Janet A.
ReplyDeleteSorry I spelled the name Braedon wrong the first time but, gotta admit that Emilio does sound better to me. It honors his daddy's Hispanic heritage.
ReplyDeleteMemaw is getting excited about holding her newest love. Warm, cuddly and just plain adorable is what he will be.
ReplyDeleteCheck out :robertschick89 on youtube. That will keep you entertained for a while. That is Leila singing,dancing and showing folks how to do the moonwalk.
ReplyDeleteJust a reminder that I do love the name Emilio. Thanks to Emily for the suggestion. James Robert to honor his other uncle would have been good too.
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ReplyDeleteHey sweetie, mama is on the way and I know you are excited. I know John Luke will be happy to see his Lala. Take care and hang in there. Have you checked out Leila's youtube page yet?
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ReplyDeleteThey are calling me to come back to work and dad may be the only one to come help. I am still waiting to see if they can hire someone else to work days so I can come spend time with my peanut. Olivia now has a little sister named Lily Elizabeth but, she has been in ICU for a week but, don't know why. Tell my son I said to chill !!!
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