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lissfriedrice · December 2012

I slid down the stairs last night holding Izzy trying to get the stupid dog through the baby gate as well...it happened so fast. Iz woke up and I shushed her back to sleep. My back full of carpet burn I convinced myself the baby inside me was ok and cushioned. Hours later I used the bathroom and saw blood. Never am I a bleeder during pregnancy. I called my sister in Minnesota and two military emergency rooms. I was told to go to the closest one. I shouldn't have went to the one I did. No OB care. They found a Doppler, did a pelvic exam and urine test. The jelly was literally in a gallon jug. We found the heartbeat, a little blood in my urine and was sent home saying come back if it's worse. I really want an ultrasound and a real OB to tell me baby is ok. Rationally I know lots more would be happening right now, but peace of mind would be great. This morning I called the closest OB to the base I went to and the nurse said nobody will monitor and they refuse to see anyone under 20 weeks. She said she was surprised they saw me last night and I should have went there..civilian hospital with some military staff...she said a doctor would call me, but that was 3 1/2 hours ago.

We were in the emergency room from 1230 to 3am. Poor Iz kept thinking they were going to hurt me. I called DH at his training and I shouldn't have. Now he is worried and he needs to focus.

I know everything is going to be ok, I am just still a little freaked out still.

Sorry I wrote a book!

mrsgabus · December 2012

Awe I am so sorrt that you took a tumble, i know how scary that can be

If it gives you any reassurance. I fell down a flight of stairs, fell off my counteri couldnt reach something and down a hill twice and levi was aok.

I would call them back in a few hours to remind them you are waiting.

lissfriedrice · December 2012

mrsgabus:
Awe I am so sorrt that you took a tumble, i know how scary that can be

If it gives you any reassurance. I fell down a flight of stairs, fell off my counteri couldnt reach something and down a hill twice and levi was aok.

I would call them back in a few hours to remind them you are waiting.

Doc just called. He said that hearing the heartbeat was promising. Ultrasound wouldn't add to the picture at this point. It isn't a viable baby right now is what he said. I am to follow up with my OB. He said most times at 16 weeks a fall won't cause a miscarriage. I hate this happened because I am clumsy and the dogs practically push me down the stairs. I know to be more careful with those huge greyhounds. I cannot blame them it was my fault.
Thank you, I do feel a little better, lol.

Chunstad · December 2012

I'm so sorry! (((hugs))) Good Lord, Military hospitals are not very accomodating, are they? WTF is wrong with them?

CMonkey515 · December 2012

I'm sorry your going through this. I'd be shaken up too. I know it's easier said than done, but try not to stress out too much. At this stage your baby is so protected in the uterus that a slip down the stairs is unlikely to hurt anything. Also the cervix is very vascular at this stage so even a strong sneeze, or bowl movement, can be enough to pop a little blood vessel and cause some bleeding. Just try to take it easy, and keep an eye on things. I'm sure all will be well. I'll be thinking if you.

anasazi17 · December 2012

Oh, no! I'm sorry this happened. Try to relax (easier said than done)..I'm sure everything will be okay. I'll send over some good vibes!!

KrisM86 · December 2012

I'm so sorry; I can imagine how scary that was for you! I certainly hope you're feeling better today and that you, Izzy and the new LO can have a relaxing, stress-free day!

stardust317 · December 2012

Aww! That sucks. I'm sure it's terrifying. I hope you get some piece of mind soon.

lissfriedrice · December 2012

Thanks ladies. I have rested today. No more blood, so that's good. I hope my doc schedules an ultrasound.

pennysuedog · December 2012

I hope your nerves calm down. I'm sure everything is fine, but be careful and watch your step!

shediva1 · December 2012

Liss, hope everything is ok with the baby.

Sunburn19 · December 2012

That's sounds so scary! I'm sorry you're going through all of this. I wish there were somewhere close by for you to go to get the attention you want and need. Please keep us updated.