update

Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to give you a little update on how we are doing since our ambulance trip to the Twin Cities on Sat. morning. It appears that things are stable for the time being. My cervix is so non-existent that it is not measurable by ultrasound, but the peri who checked me when I was admitted says there is still a little something there and I am not dilated. The contractions were brought back under control with Indocin and Nifedipine. The Indocin was stopped on Monday morning and the contractions increased some in number, but they are still within the range I am told is acceptable. For several hours a day the contractions are about 8-10 minutes apart, but they are not increasing in intensity. Other times during the day the contractions are fewer, which is good. I've been told that I will be in the hospital until the babies come. That's really not fun, but better than really little preemies, so I'm happy. We made it to 29 weeks yesterday.

We live 3 hours from from the hospital, so it's not easy for DH to go back and forth. He did go home once to get me some more clothes and my little Christmas tree and a few other things. He's been really great. I couldn't ask for more support. He's been very fortunate that he has a bunch of vacation that he has to use before the end of the year anyway, so that has helped with the work situation. He is going to go work tomorrow and then 1-2 days next week so he can avoid using up some sick leave.

It is very difficult for me to type, so I haven't been posting much. About once a day DH hooks up a keyboard for me that I can have on the bed and makes things easier, but I don't always have easy access to it. Thank you for the PMs several of you have sent. I'm sorry I can't easily respond. If I do respond to posts, please forgive me if they are just a couple of words and all in lower case letters.

 

Thanks for the update and I am happy you and the babies are hanging in there. I know it's hard but you are in the best place for the babies and you. Just keep thinking good thoughts and keep those babies baking!!

 

I am glad your DH is such a rock for you, that is so important at this time. Hope you can keep these babies in there for a bit longer!

 

Glad to see an update You are right being in the hospital is better than babies born to early. I know it must not be easy but it will be so worth once the babies are born. I am so happy your hubby is being so supportive. That will help you out a lot. Hang in there and know you are in all of our thoughts *hugs*

Dianna

 

Your husband sounds like such a sweetie! Keep your spirits up. Like someone else said.... you are in the best place for you and your babies.

 

Best of luck Beth. I think we'll be all sure to watch for your posts to see how you are doing. I agree with being in the hospital though especially if you live 3 hours away from the hospital. Hope the time passes quickly.

Fiona

 

Hope the time goes quickly for you and you keep those babies in for as long as possible. Take care, thinking of you!

x

 

Thanks for the update Beth. I'm glad you are still hanging on. I know it is hard. So glad you DH is being so supportive! :hug99:

 

Hang in there, you are doing great. The hospital is a very hard place to be, but it really is the best for the babies.

 

Beth,
Thanks for the update, I have been wondering how you were doing. I'm so glad to hear that those babies are staying put for now. That's great that there is no dilation. Hopefully things will stay as they are for at least a few more weeks. We're moving right along, aren't we?! You'll be in my prayers, I know hospital extended stays are no fun, but at least you'll have the reassurance of having people watching you closely and being your arms and legs for awhile.

 

It is wonderful to hear that things have stablized to some extent. As hard as it must be to be stuck in the hospital, it is the safest place for you to be right now. Just think when you go into labor you won't have to rush to the hospital. :laughing: Anyway, hang in there and good luck with the baby baking. :hug99:

 

((Hugs)), I am so glad your babies are staying put for you. Not too much longer and they will be ready. Sending out prayers to you and your little ones.

 

:hug99: Beth, I'm happy you have such a great dh! I hope the babies cook a little longer. You are doing a terrific job momma!!!

 

thanks for the update im hoping u can keep them in there as long as possible, hospital rest is probably the pits but at least u have a great DH and now a lil xmas tree to make things seem alittle like home. keeping your lil angels in my prayers and hoping all goes well!! keep us updated if u can ;-)

 

Beth, I'm glad to hear from you!
Congratulations on making the 29 wk milestone; that's fantastic. How wonderful that things are stablized.
:hug99:

 

Hang in there!! Each day is so good for the babies. I'm glad things are more stable and that you're being taken good care of

 

Hang in there. Everyday counts!!!