Need Prayers Please-Birth Story

lbeth888 · January 2012

Hello-I am usually a lurker, but follow this site almost daily. So, here is my story. We please need any thoughts and prayers for my little boy today Just so you all know I was 32 weeks and 2 days along.

I was having a new and worsening abdominal and back pain that started Saturday after waking up. It was difficult to describe-I was wondering if I was just being a baby as I am a FTM and know that discomfort is part of the game. Finally after not being able to sleep at all on Saturday night, I called my Dr. on Sunday a.m. at 0330.

Symptoms were vague of course, so he recommened going to the ER/labor and delivery to get checked out. My BP was elevated (140s/80s) which it had been for several months. I had been monitored closely for the past 3 months due to a concern that he was small for his age (2 weeks consistently). But...labwork came back positive for HELLP syndrome (platelets were 39). So my health was a concern suddenly, which in turn could effect our LO.

Due to my low platelets and risk for bleeding, I was given a C-section under general anesthesia. HELLP can also effect the mother's liver and kidneys-so this condition quickly becomes emergent. Nolan Ray was born on 1/15/12 at 12:58 p.m. He weighed in at 2 lbs. 15 oz. and was 15 1/2 inches long. He has been intubated and they are gradually weaning this down at his condition allows. He is so tiny and perfect looking. He has captured our hearts. He also looks so much like his daddy!!!

I am improving as well. So now we are praying for our little boy, born 8 weeks early. We are in shock as this has all happened so quickly. Thanks for letting me ramble-this has been a scary weekend! All thoughts and prayers are appreciated.

sitastar · January 2012

Thoughts and prayers coming your way. My cousin just gave birth a few days ago at 29 weeks and her baby is already off the ventilator. I pray your little guy will be soon too!

kmhunt11 · January 2012

Congrats, new mommy! I will be thinking about Nolan and you. I'm sure he's got some progress to make, and some big time growing to do, but it sounds like you are both getting the best care and everything will be great. Hang in there!

xoladiebug · January 2012

You and Nolan are in my thoughts and prayers! I hope you can take him home very soon!

Squishy622 · January 2012

Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry for everything you're going through but glad to hear that he's improving and that your health is getting better as well. You and your family will be in my thoughts, congratulations on your sweet little boy!

Baby Lynn · January 2012

First, Congrats! Second, prayers are definatly with you and your family! I hope all goes well for all of you!

salt78 · January 2012

You are definitely in my thoughts! I hope that your little one continues to grow and thrive.

BabyBear12 · January 2012

You and Nolan will be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope he does well and you are able to spend lots of time cuddling him soon. Let us know how things go!

twentyeightlegs · January 2012

Best wishes for as short and uneventful NICU stay as possible. Keep us updated on how your little dude is doing--and how you're doing as well.

chrissc34 · January 2012

Prayers to sweet Nolan and your entire family! I hope the hospital stay is uneventful and your all home in due time. Please keep us updated.

DGandDG · January 2012

I'll be thinking of you and your family. Congratulations on your little one!

JennPierog · January 2012

Congrats on being a mommy! I'm sorry it happened a little sooner then planned. I will keep you and your LO in my thoughts and prays. Stay strong.

Babycakes29 · January 2012

T&P's coming your way! Great name choice by the way. I really like it! I'm glad you decided to stop lurking. I think you'll be glad you did and will be grateful for all the support you'll get during this hard time!

Lisichka · January 2012

Oh, that sounds so scary! I'm glad the c-section went well and you're doing ok. I'll keep you and your precious little bundle of joy in my thoughts! Hope you get to take him home soon!! And big congrats on your son!!!

MelBell829 · January 2012

It seems like you have a wonderful attitude for all you've been through the last few days. You will definitely be in my T&Ps! Here's to a short stay in the hospital so you can take your precious baby boy home and enjoy him!

books4brooke · January 2012

Thoughts for you and your family.

beachbunni307 · January 2012

Thoughts and prayers for you both.

I was born at 32 weeks, but at 4 lbs. I believe I had a 3 month hospital stay and then had to be on a breathing monitor at home for a period of time. Today, Once that period of about 6 months passed, I grew and developed normally and didn't have any of the long term problems that preemies are at risk for...everyone says you would never know that I was born so early. This was all 28 years ago and medicine and practices have improved since then. Keep up hope and hang in there, I think the odds are on your side.

blackbirdmoment · January 2012

Congratulations on baby Nolan! I pray he continues to develop healthy and strong and that your recovery is smooth. Keep us updated when you can. Congrats again!

nrjones728 · January 2012

Sending your family & especially Nolan lots of T&P's!

waltzingmatilda13 · January 2012

Congrats! Lots of thoughts for your little boy as he continues to get better and thoughts for you on your recovery while you deal with with everything.

blaharn · January 2012

Congrats, Mama! My T&P's are with you and your family. Keep us updated on little Nolan - he will do great and so will you

amberdaz · January 2012

T&P for you, DH and your little boy. Hope Nolan gets to go home quickly.

[Deleted User] · January 2012

My thoughts are with you and your new family. Stay strong mama! Sending lots of healthy growing vibes to little Nolan.

diana.filipi · January 2012

You and Nolan are in my thoughts. Be well!

GuppyAmy · January 2012

I'm sorry it was a rough road to get here but it sounds like your little guy is a fighter. My friend had HELLP syndrome and her and her baby are doing well, 2 years later.

DR1819 · January 2012

I hope you and Nolan are doing well, will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers.

Floridamom224 · January 2012

How scary!!! I am glad u r both ok, and I am praying for u and ur lil one. Keep us posted.

aquababy320 · January 2012

Wow, congratulations! I hope you and little Nolan are okay.

LizzyBlueEyes · January 2012

Congrats! Praying for you and your LO. Keep us updated!

RebeccaLovesChris · January 2012

Oh wow, glad to hear that you are doing OK and that he is as well. T&P are with him that he gets much better quickly!

jayleigh68 · January 2012

T&P to you!

Mrs_MBed · January 2012

Definitely sending lots of T&P your way! I know how scary that can be - DD2 was born 8 wks early as well. Please let me know if you ever want to chat - talking with other preemie moms really helped me deal with her NICU stay. Hang in there!

Wishing you a speedy recovery and a short and uneventful NICU stay for Nolan.

raspberry_bride · January 2012

That is a scary situation, but it sounds like you are both making progress. Thoughts and prayers that you continue to improve and you can take Nolan home soon.

danlexi04 · January 2012

Many T&Ps for you and baby! I had my boys at 33w after fighting labor starting at 32w, so I'm familiar with the gestational age/size/NICU experience etc. it's a roller coaster but in the end youll bring home a healthy boy! Feel free to pm me anytime to chat.

kris2131 · January 2012

Congratulations on your little one! I'm sorry to hear he was so early, but with a little TLC, he'll be out of the hospital in no time. My thoughts are with you and your little one and your family.