Intro- unexpected October baby!

Maere

Hey ladies,

I'm from the December bump board but am posting on here too since my little girl has decided to come sooner then expected. She was due December 9th originally but my water broke already!! They are trying to keep her in until 34 weeks at which point I'll be induced. That will happen October 28th if she doesn't come sooner!

I'm excited to join you ladies! and anyone who knows anything about preemies- advice please!!!!!

MrsSinner402

Good luck! Welcome, and hope all goes well. Keep us posted on your little girl.

angeltennis3

I have no advice on premies but wanted to say welcome and I hope you are able to make it to the 28th and that your LO stays nice and healthy!

bumpuser10309732

Welcome and FX she stays in for the 34 weeks!

goldengirlamy

My nephew was born at 34 weeks as a result of emergency c section because of preeclampsia issues. He was 4 pounds at birth and had no other issues. To this day he is perfectly fine! He will always be a little small, but I kid you not, he is ripped with muscles and highly intelligent!
Early babies are not ideal but it's not always bad. Just wanted to share some hope to you that your baby will likely be fine.

rosalie12

Welcome and good luck to you and your lo!

AmandaJean12

Sending T&P your little one stays in as long as possible!

vrj0522

Welcome and hoping baby stays in there as long as possible!

KariAnnM 23

Welcome! Sending you a lot of t&p. My son was born at 27 weeks, spent 55 days in the nicu, and is now home and doing great. My advice is to focus on the positives although it's not always the easiest thing to do. Celebrate the little things like weight gain, tube removals, etc. And lastly, take time to take care of yourself once the baby arrives. You will want to be at the nicu 24/7 and may even feel guilty for not being there and that's normal. We are here for support whenever you need it.

BreandMikewedding

Welcome & good luck.

CNJ4EVA

Welcome, FX that LO stays put the few more days!

LaDyBostonRN

Maere Welcome! Update us on how you're doing. My water broke at 33.6 weeks on a Saturday and I was able to hold off until Tuesday. My little boy just turned 2 months 2 days ago (adjusted age 2 1/2 weeks old). While it was a VERY rocky couple weeks in the NICU, he is doing JUST fine now at home, healthy, and wonderful.

Let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

SweetMandyB12

Hi and welcome.  Since you are 34 weeks today, I am thinking you are being induced and becoming a mommy today.... I am still eagerly anticipating my LOs arrival.  Fashionably late- DH says she cant find anything to wear, just like her mother ;-)

Anyway, from a professional standpoint as a NICU nurse and not a parent of a preemie, I can tell you that your baby, at 34 weeks, as long as he/she has no complications, should be just fine and home with you in just a few weeks.  Every preemie is different....34 weeks is so borderline as to what treatment they will require, whether it is respiratory support or feeding issues, or no big issues at all.  Be patient and realize that baby will need some weeks to adjust and grow and have the energy to perform like a full-term baby.  Don't expect them to latch on to the breast or bottle perfectly right away, although some are little feeding champions.  Expect at least a week in the NICU, but we tell all parents "discharge roughly around the due date" just to be safe.  Some babies go home much sooner, some later.  Each case is different.  Hold the baby skin to skin as much as possible, pump as much as possible if you plan to, try to relax and take care of yourself, and get some sleep while you can!  FX that your baby is strong and healthy....congrats on your October pumpkin!

lrobi13

Welcome and good luck!