Please send calming vibes UPDATE: having a baby tonight

Bombmom3

Had an OB appointment and NST today. I have major freaking anxiety attacks at the OB clinic because of my traumatic birth from baby #1 (which ended with me having to be medicated for high BP) and then anxiety from being told the first half of my second pregnancy (a short 16 months ago) that I would have to have a c-section and I had pre e (which I did not) and all sorts of drama. Anyways, the nurse checking me in totally freaked me out resulting in an outrageous BP and then I got sucked into an anxiety attack loop every time they put a cuff on me. It's a bit better at the NST but still high enough they want me to go to L&D. So don't want to be tag team pressured for an early induction like I was for the last four weeks of pregnancy #2.

Just asking for folks to send calming thoughts my way so I don't make myself stroke out or cause interventions I don't need right now (pre e labs always come back clean on me but they still push the whole time those labs are running and it stresses me the f*ck out). Will update as I can.

spottedginger

Good luck. Keep your chin up! You will be in my thoughts this afternoon and I hope your bp and labs cooperate. Definitely keep us updated.

AnnH74

Hang in there!!

NellieHarringtonCarter

Sending happy soothing thoughts your way! Good luck!

(I was trying to find a soothing Bob Ross meme, but everything I could find came across as sarcastic.:/ )

Taylovesbrad

Aw sorry!!! Anxiety is no joke. I believe that's why I have have been having BP issues too. I actually just went back on zoloft, low dose, at 38 weeks because I have been having a hard time (with counselor appointments as well).
I hope you come up with a plan of action that works for you and baby.

Taylovesbrad

This just made me smile.

Bombmom3

You ladies are awesome. I'm waiting to get all checked in to L&D now. The MFM doc already gave me the "You're 37wks and I'm not sure why you wouldn't just want to have the baby today," talk I had last time around ... I said I'd like to wait for pre e blood work to come back before making any decisions. Hopefully my BPs will also continue to trend down.

keiragann

I totally believe in the power of positive thinking so keep up the thoughts of wanting to go home and hopefully you will be on your way before you know it!

spottedginger

You should find the funniest gifs possible for us. Laughter is good for bp!

Edited to add one for you:

Katrina2010Michael

I also get high BP in te doctors office (diagnosed as white coat) and the more anxious I am the worse it becomes. The only thing that has helped me is my doc telling me there is nothing I can do to control it. My last appointment resulted in a variety of pre e symptoms so I had the full assessment (urine and blood) and go back Monday. Positive thoughts and this too will come to an end;)

caitlyn5454

Calming thoughts being sent your way! I know how bad anxiety attacks can get, and they're definitely worse this late in pregnancy. I don't know if this will help you, but when I'm in the middle of one, holding the edge of a table with both hands, closing my eyes and breathing in for 8 counts, holding it for 2 and then releasing for another 8 helps take the edge off. That and repeating "I can handle this" in my head.

Hope your bp cooperates from now on! Keep us updated and don't let them push you around!

mltarrio

I had a full blown panic attack this week, which was my first in almost a year. In an effort to calm me down my husband said, "smell the flowers, blow out the candle" as a way to get me to do calming breathing. I have no idea where he got this, and I have never heard it before, but it really worked for me. It sounds silly, but I kept repeating it to myself and was able to finally get myself under control. Just wanted to share in case it could help you too.

Sending you lots of positivity and calm.

ssn109

Just breathe! I know it's hard to calm down when you're worked up, but I am choosing to believe you will be ok. Stand your ground, you know what you want here and no matter what they tell you the doctor can't make you do something you don't want to do.

Mother0fDragons

Sending calming thoughts your way.

Bombmom3

Thank you, ladies. My BP has gone way, way, way, waaaaayyyy down to normal levels (120/60 yay!) but they ran lab work and my kidney function is declining (crap). They are pow wowing to figure out the recommended course of action. I'm getting mentally prepped, though, for an induction.

spottedginger

Yay for bp but ugh for kidneys. Sorry you are dealing with this, but I am glad you are formulating a plan. Keep us posted.

keiragann

Keep us updated!

navyblueladybug

Sending positive thoughts! Stand your ground... You're one tough mama!

Bombmom3

UPDATE: platelets tanked, bloodwork showed pre eclampsia. Having a baby tonight!

dec15mum

Thinking of you! You're doing a great job already, keep your chin up

navyblueladybug

Oh wow... Good luck! Sending prayers and positive thoughts

ssn109

Good luck! At least you're going to get to meet your LO!

amye02

Good luck @Bombmom3

ACarter0914

Good luck!!!

Bombmom3

Thank you!!! Had a breakdown and a major flash back to my first delivery. Pulled myself back together and now I'm ready to get to work! Lol so excited and nervous. Just waiting on a room and we'll get this show rocking and rolling.

Mother0fDragons

Good luck!!!

kristen2b

Good luck!!

breezypip

Good luck on a smooth delivery!

spottedginger

Good luck! Wishing a safe delivery and health for you and your baby

mltarrio

Good luck and good health!

tewinkle27

Good luck!! Let us know how it goes!!

esscapelle

You go girl! Positive thoughts & prayers your way for a safe delivery!

ramfam2507

Good luck!

caitlyn5454

Good luck!

Katrina2010Michael

What other symptoms were you having besides high blood pressure? I'm nervous now about my Monday appointment!!! Yikes and good luck... So exciting your bundle will be here soon.

tralalablah

You can do this. I get white coat syndrome too, happy you were able to get your BP down. After reading your previous post about your deliveries, you know how to advocate for yourself and will do just fine! Good luck, mama!

taysun

Good luck!

Taylovesbrad

Aww you got this! Proud of yoy already. Soon you will have baby in your arms and your body will start going back to normal. Prayers!!

LauraSmarterSpam

Good luck!!!!

keiragann

You get to meet another piece of your heart tonight You will do amazing! So excited for you!

Daphneh28

Came in too late to send you calming thoughts but you probably still need them. Godspeed @Bombmom3 you are a good strong woman you can do this!