Bed rest update

futuremrscohick

I haven't checked in in a few days so I figured I would...

Things are going well here... I haven't had any contractions, cramping, or irritibility in 4 days, so the doctors are thrilled.  I'm only on an oral medicine, which is surprising them because normally patients end up on a terbutaline pump.  The doctors say if my cervical scan this weekend goes well, I can go home on pretty much strict bed rest (only allowed up to use the bathroom and shower).  I'm very excited about the prospect of this, but I know if things don't go well, staying in here is in Ella's best interest.  I obviously am not going to take any chances - I want this little one to be strong.

Being in here has given me a lot of time to reflect and be very thankful that she's been able to stay in an additional 2 weeks... that's a huge accomplishment for her (and me!).  Only a week and a half more until she's at 28 weeks and I've hit the first goal that the NICU doctor set for me...

Thanks for letting me update you!

kknapp25

good to hear. hope she can manage in there at least another 1.5weeks!

jaejaevee

Glad to hear you're both hanging in there!

izzourclue

Hope your scan goes well so you can go home and be more comfortable.  Every day she stays in, she gets that much stronger.  I hope things continue to improve for you.  Good luck with your scan.

pawcall

I am so glad to hear that you and Ella are doing well.  28 weeks is a huge accomplishment and I am praying that you'll make it there and beyond!

nic84

Glad to hear you are doing well. I am sure that you are going crazy in the hospital, but it sounds like you have a very positive outlook on the whole thing which is awesome! Hang in there and good luck!

freeatlast2014

Thanks for the update, and like PP said - your positive attitude is going to make Ella that much stronger!

beautifulsin90

That is so wonderful to hear I really hope she stays in for as long as possible.

123grace

Yeah! So glad to hear the great news labor buddy! I have been thinking of you! Like you said, each day longer little Ella gets stronger and stronger! Will your husband get to come home anytime soon? (I think he's deployed?)

mjlewis101

That's really good news! Bed rest is annoying, but it sounds like you're taking it in stride and it's helping!

 Here's hoping for some more good news on the weekend!

 

stbmittleman

I'm glad you are still making progress! I'll be sending you T&Ps that everything checks out this weekend and you can go home!

nohalo21

Keep hanging in there! Wishing you lots of luck with your scan.

cera.rn

I am so glad to hear that you and Ella are doing well!  I hope you can get home and be more comfortable for the remainder of your pregnancy!

RedZee

So glad to hear you're doing well! I hope you get to go home and that you can find things to do while on bed rest.

futuremrscohick

Thanks, ladies!  I'm really excited to possibly get out of here.  Part of me even wants to stay until at least 28 weeks when I know her odds are a lot better.  One of the nurses just showed me what a 28 week baby looks like and it's so tiny!  But it's reassuring to know that her odds are a lot better at that point!

I'll keep you posted!