Since the contractions had slowed down they moved me out of labor and delivery last night and into the room I will probably occupy after I have the baby. They monitor me a little less frequently so I can rest more. But since they did not move me until almost 10:00 last night and then needed to get everything reset up it was a late night.
Oh and waking up at around 1:00 AM soaked as I leaked a lot more is always pleasent too let me tell you. I slept pretty good the rest of the night but am starting to have contractions again every 6-7 mins. The Dr. is going to come back in in about 1-3 hrs to reevaluate. I have almost hit that critical 48 hr period for the steroids to be at there best for Ryder's lung development.
All I can say is thank goodness for family. My brother and his wife stopped by yesterday with a bag full of clothes for the baby including premie clothes...I must admit seeing those tiny clothes nearly broke my heart. My other sister-in-law Rachel left her own kids with her husband to spend the night at my in-laws to help with Alex in the night... She woke up about every two hrs last night... This has definitely harder for her than Lucas.
It breaks my heart to know that Lucas is going to miss his last two weeks of preschool that he loves so much and the swim lessons we signed him up for in June. Breaks my heart to see how torn and worried Eric is about me and the baby and what in the world he is going to do about work plus the cold he was just barely got over is back. Plus just even with so much family and wonderful support here how long will the kids survive away from home.... I so want the baby to grow as big as possible before coming but I am so ready to be all done and back home all 5 of us.
Thank you all for your support and I am so grateful for this outlet to vent as I really do try and be too strong and tough sometimes... Letting the tears flow while I type this has been wonderful. And now I just need to publish this and stop rereading it so I will stop crying.
Oh my goondness Emmy I didn't know. I'm going to pray my heart out for you girl. You are such a strong woman and I'm glad you're doing ok now. I hope everything goes ok! Thanks so much for keeping up updated!! *prayers and hugs*
ReplyDeleteI am sooo thankful you and Eric are surrounded by family. I am so thankful things are being handled for you on every level. It's okay to cry. If I were there, I would give you big hug!
ReplyDeleteI am praying for you, and the entire situation. Hopefully Eric's work will be understanding. I wish there was something more I could do.
ReplyDeleteOh, and it's fun to be a "special" freak, isn't it? Medical professionals oooing and ahhing over you doesn't get old at all, does it?!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you're hanging in there and the steroid shots are going to help that little baby's lungs get strong enough. I can only imagine how hard it is for you to think of everything going on right now, but you can't worry about the things you can't control. Just give those over to God and focus on the things you can control. Most importantly, REST! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteBig hugs for you Emmy! Your kiddos will be ok! This is just a little hiccup and kids are so resilient!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry, Em! Your vacay hasn't turned out to be the most fun! It's okay to cry but just remember that everything will work out! Your kids are having an adventure and you all will survive this! I'm sorry it's all so scary but I know everyone will be okay!
ReplyDeleteSometimes a good cry is the easiest way to feel a little better. Will keep praying for you both.
ReplyDeleteSending warm thoughts and energy your way! (((hugs)))
ReplyDeleteLet the tears flow ... you need to get that tension out. Hang in there ... I'm sure it feels awful and endless now but in the grand scheme of things, it is only for a little bit of time. Sending you as much excess luck, hugs and energy as I can! Hang in there!!!
ReplyDeleteI am praying for you and the baby. Sending lots of hugs to you.
ReplyDeleteI miss a few days of reading and look at what happens. I'm sorry everything is so stressful right now, but once you have your beautiful, healthy baby in your arms, you will realize that none of it matters. Prayers for you and your precious baby.
ReplyDeleteOh dear, what a development. Take care and my prayers are with you. It sounds like you and the baby are in good hands.
ReplyDeleteFeel free to vent/blog all you want! {{hugs}}
Praying for you and little Ryder!
ReplyDeleteEmmy, Everyone loves you so much and we are all praying for you and your beautiful family. Holding you and Ryder, Alex, Lucas, and Eric in the light.
ReplyDeletebut you'll be stronger for it in the end;-) it's the getting through it part that's tough.
ReplyDeleteOh Emmy...I am so glad you have (had) help there. I remember being in the hospital with Jules and all I could think about was my son and what he was doing ans how he was getting to swimming, etc. All part of being a mom and you become a mom again.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you are around family!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you!
Laura
Oh Emily! When it rains it really pours, doesn't it? Sometimes trials really stink! But it will all be worth it when Ryder is in your arms, in your home. And I am sure your family is loving being around when the baby is born. What a thrill for them. I hope Alex and Lucas adjust well.
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