Late Term and Child Loss
Dixon813
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PgAL Check In
Dixon813
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I hope this finds you all well and positive this week! If you have any
questions you would like answered, please don't be shy! You can also ask
the PAL ladies. Grow little ones, grow!
~ ~ ~ I'm hoping this is my last check in. Is there anyone who would like to take over when Mrs. Nice is unavailable?
How far along are you?
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones?
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions?
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why?
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week?
~ ~ ~ I'm hoping this is my last check in. Is there anyone who would like to take over when Mrs. Nice is unavailable?
How far along are you?
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones?
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions?
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why?
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week?
~ Leah, Rachel and Gabriel were born on May 27, 2013 (23 weeks) ~
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Re: PgAL Check In
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones? I had acupuncture done today, OB appt Thursday (if I make it...)
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions? Just general discomfort and lots of contractions. The contractions, however, aren't intensifying/increasing, so it's been a big tease the past week or so...
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why? Well...I left my OB I was seeing during the triplet's pregnancy, though she didn't deliver them. I switched to the OB who was on call and delivered Leah (the first baby). I needed a change, I needed someone who was there to help see me through this pregnancy.
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week? Time to come out, baby!!!
9 weeks 4 days. We are due November 10. I've been super nervous to intro until now (I still am) but these check ins are very helpful.
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones?
I have my 10 week appointment with OB next Wednesday. I graduated from my RE office this week. Baby was measuring a couple of days ahead which has never happened before. I will take the Harmony test soon and also schedule my NT scan. If the baby is healthy that will be a huge milestone for us since we lost our baby girl to a terminal diagnosis and have had another chromosomal loss along with others for unknown reasons.
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions?
I have been very nauseous which I will take any day! I am also very bloated. I can't seem to stomach sweet things right now but that doesn't mean I haven't been stuffing my face with everything else
Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why?
Yes we are staying with the same OB. We feel comfortable with her. She knows us and our history and feel like she is a great fit for us.
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week?
I feel so blessed to be pregnant again. I am so terrified of the genetic tests. I have been checking the baby's heart beat each day since last week which has been such a blessing but I just pray and pray for the health of this baby. The more we progress the closer to those scans we get and that makes me so nervous. I do feel really good about how this pregnancy has been going but we were completely blindsided before and I am terrified of that happening again.
If anyone has some prayers for our sweet baby that would be so much appreciated.
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones? First dr appointment is May 12.
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions? Light cramps and back pain... just enough to make me anxious.
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why? Stayed, I love him.
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week? Wish I had a crystal ball to see how this ends. Can't believe I have to make it through another 35 weeks. UGH!
BFP #1 March 24, 2010; missed m/c May 26, 2010 @ 12w 4d; D&E May 28, 2010
BFP #2 Oct 20, 2010; My little boy was born on July 5, 2011
BFP #3 April 30, 2013; Chemical Pg May 5, 2013
BFP #4 Aug 22, 2013; It's a boy. Loss discovered at 24 weeks on Jan 15, 2014 (cause CMV virus)
BFP #5 April 6, 2014; missed m/c May 15, 2014 @ 9 weeks; Misoprostol May 15, 2014; D&C May June 3, 2014
MCH77 ! Prayers for a healthy pregnancy. I know what you mean about being pregnant for another 35 weeks... I was just telling DH and friends I've practically been pregnant for a year and a half. And while I'm so blessed that this pregnancy has gone smoothly, I'm ready to be done being pregnant!
aragosta hoping that May 7th comes quickly!
How far along are you? 17 weeks today
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones? Appt in two weeks
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions? I want watermelon and water lol
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Same ob , shes great.
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week? staying positive,
i'm trying but its tough.
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones?
We're having a baby tomorrow. I went in for my weekly NST today and we saw some concerns, so my MFM sent me to L&D. Baby hasn't grown in the last week and his heart rate kept dropping on the monitor. An US showed that the cord is wrapped around his neck and the placenta has further calcified to the point they're concerned it's not working well enough. So here I am. They're monitoring for 24 hours to do another round of steroids and start antibiotics for a sinus infection I have. Tomorrow I'm having a baby! Ack!
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions?
Not really.
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why?
I stayed with the same practice. I really like them and they have my whole history. In fact, the doctor on call at the hospital this weekend is the same doctor who delivered my daughter, and she's being so sweet and considerate. My physical recovery from my last c-section was very smooth so I have complete confidence in her .
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week?
Freaked out a bit. I knew this week was going to be rough. My daughter was born at 35+6 and I was really hoping to make it further this time. I know that his odds are still very good and every baby is different, but she had even better odds and still died. I'm trying to stay calm, but I'm so nervous. I need him to be ok.
DS1 - 7/2011, DD 12/2012, DS2 - 4/2014, MMC - 12/2015
How far along are you? 35w 5d
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones?
I have my last MFM appt on Monday babies will be here on 4/21
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions? Just super sore and generally ready to see these babies.
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why?
We switched to the practice at the hospital we were sent to when I was in labor with Elliott and Ryland. The MFM we were sent to is an expert at preventing PTL in twins. And TBH we really blame one of the drs in our old practice for not recognizing the signs of PTL and possibly being able to prevent it.
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week?
We were just released from L&D this morning due to some BP issues. I'm so thankful to be able to spend the next 10 days home instead of there. Really looking forward to meeting these babies soon!
jonahsma staying positive can be really difficult... one day at a time, right?! Hugs!!
ajsweeton I'm glad you can rest at home for the next 10 days.
I didn't realize how many of us are so close to meeting our rainbows!!
DS1 - 7/2011, DD 12/2012, DS2 - 4/2014, MMC - 12/2015
DS1 - 7/2011, DD 12/2012, DS2 - 4/2014, MMC - 12/2015
We're here for you however and whenever you need.
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones? Nothing in the near future. My next OB appt is on 4/23 and will also be my GTT (FX!) and my next u/s with MFM is 5/5. I always hate waiting between appts!
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions? I've been craving mostly sweets. I try to satisfy that craving with fruit, but definitely fall weak with all the Easter candy around!
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why? I have stayed with my OB practice, mostly for the fact that they know my history first hand. The thought of finding a new practice was really just overwhelming.
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week? Just trying to balance my grief for Izzie with my joy for our new LO. And just hoping we get to keep this LO.
BFP #1 March 24, 2010; missed m/c May 26, 2010 @ 12w 4d; D&E May 28, 2010
BFP #2 Oct 20, 2010; My little boy was born on July 5, 2011
BFP #3 April 30, 2013; Chemical Pg May 5, 2013
BFP #4 Aug 22, 2013; It's a boy. Loss discovered at 24 weeks on Jan 15, 2014 (cause CMV virus)
BFP #5 April 6, 2014; missed m/c May 15, 2014 @ 9 weeks; Misoprostol May 15, 2014; D&C May June 3, 2014
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones? I'm having twice weekly NST'S. Just had one this morning, the test was non-reactive (he failed) it has been non-reactive at every test, so I have been getting BPP'S twice a week too.
As for milestones, next week it will be two years since Stella was born still. I have really been feeling the sadness weighing heavily on my heart. I have been extra emotional this whole month. I just wish she was here. I wish I could have both my children here with me.
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions? Really craving sweets.
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why? I stayed with the same healthcare system (same hospital) but changed OB practices. I blame my old Dr. for not taking my concerns seriously last time. The Dr. that was on call and delivered my daughter is now my regular OB. She was there, she held my daughter, and knows exactly what I went through. She has been so wonderful and helpful, I'm glad I switched.
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week? Hoping this baby keeps growing, he did have a drop in growth so I am so worried. Also, thinking of my daughter and missing her with all of my heart.
Can't wait to see some of you on the PAL side...so many of you are having rainbows soon!
TTC since 10/2010
IUIs # 1-5 = BFFN
IVF # 1(July 2012) = BFN
IVF # 2 (November 2012) = BFP (MIssed MC D&C @ 8w3d on 1/10/13)
We both are doing well and got home this afternoon. Thank you so much for all your prayers and well wishes during this pregnancy!
I was told by my OB that we didn't have to wait. When we met with the MFM last week she said 6 months. So who should I listen to? I don't understand how 2 docs say different things. I was sort of in shock when she told me that and didn't ask any questions at the time. I plan on making a consult appt with my RE and get his opinion.
What were you all told?
Another dumb question- is it cycles or months? I have PCOS and my cycles are wacky.
DS1 - 7/2011, DD 12/2012, DS2 - 4/2014, MMC - 12/2015
@gertiebarden and @Dixon813 congratulations on your rainbows!
@nohalo21 - I am so sorry you are getting conflicting info. We were told to wait 6 months for physical reasons (I had a c-section) and were encouraged to wait a full year (for emotional and physical reasons, again because of the c-section). We are actually okay with waiting that long, and feel like we needed this time to really grieve for our little boy, and be sure that we are ready to try again. I hope you can get some clarification!
How far along are you? almost 22 weeks
Do you have any upcoming appointments or milestones? Just had an appointment with our MFM today and he seems to think all is well. He basically said if my condition is going to recur (and no one knows...) then I will still be fine until at least 32 weeks since it's a late 3rd trimester disease. But I guess I feel like each week gets me closer to the danger zone. Yikes.
Any pregnancy symptoms or pregnancy cravings or aversions? I feel a little worn out in general, but I am enjoying all the baby girl kicks.
QOTW: Have you stayed with your OB that delivered your angel(s) or did you switch? Why? We didn't feel that my OBs took any of my symptoms seriously, so we switched. After seeing the notes from my former doctors office, I was horrified. I saw 4 doctors rotating and their notes left out almost everything I said. So when I saw a different doctor the following week, they weren't able to connect any of the symptoms I reported. It still makes me sick to even think about it
Open Topic. What is on your mind this week? We just got back from a glorious week in Florida and now I'm ready for summer! Also, I just changed my picture to my little boy's feet. I hope it shows up soon!
first son stillborn 7/20/13 at 39 weeks due to Acute Fatty Liver of Pregnancy
It's a girl! Baby Anna was born August 3, 2014!