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Bed Rest at the hospital anyone?

babybean82babybean82 member
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I know there are a lot of bed rest momma's here but are any of you stuck at the hospital for your bed rest? I am currently 28 weeks and was admitted to the hospital yesterday, I am told I will not be leaving until after baby is born so to settle in for as long of a stay as possible. I am worried about baby a lot and I know that this is what is best for him and for me so I will be the best patient I can. But I also am really freaked out about all of the things that I left undone at home and with my business. Has anyone had to cope with completely leaving your life behind for who knows how long? And any tips for making a hospital room feel more like home?

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  • haziedazehaziedaze member
    I've been admitted for a few days with each pregnancy and then been able to go home. Is your water broken or Bp high? It totally stinks to be stuck in the hospital!

    I find that wearing my own clothes and bringing tolietries helps me while admitted. It's also key to have good pillows and a soft towel from home.

    Can you sit up at all? One idea could be making some sort of art project to decorate your hospital room- maybe a count down to the next big milestone? I made a mobile for DS's during the beginning of my bedrest. I cut out all these whale shapes and then threaded them onto fishing line. I love the way it turned out.

    Come join us on the bedrest check in! Stay put LO!!
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  • ziggy903ziggy903 member
    I was on hospital bed rest from week 30 until I delivered at 32w2d. We had absent end diastolic flow in the cord, and when it turned reverse we had to do a c/s. My doctors told me from day one in the hospital that we are playing a waiting game- try to keep him in as long as possible, but his days are numbered.
    I agree with PP- definitely bring your own toiletries and clothing! (Or... Have someone bring them for you) It makes a huge difference. If you can, have someone bring you a project- I worked on knitting a blanket for DS while I was hanging out.
    If LO is born early- you don't really need anything in the NICU for him. Really all you HAVE to have when he comes home is diapers, wipes, a car seat, and a place for him to sleep. Everything else you can get when he's already home. Don't worry about the stuff you don't have ready and the stuff you've left undone. Right now, just worry about keeping LO in as long as possible!
    I was able to get a wheelchair from the nurses and DH could take me on a ride for about 30 minutes a day- see if that's an option for you!
    Also, ask if you can tour the NICU and have a charge nurse talk to you about the NICU process. I know it's hard to think about, but I knew he was coming early and we were just waiting, and it helped me to talk to his future nurses and see where he would be.


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  • missnacholovermissnacholover member
    *hugs*  That has to be so hard. 

    If you're worried about things getting ready - do some online shopping!  Make some lists and hit up some websites. 

    Hang in there!
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  • rainydayluckrainydayluck member
    With DD, I was in the hospital from about 32 weeks to 36 weeks (when I delivered). It sucked. Friends came to visit, painting nails, movies, etc. helped.
    Ditto PP on wearing your own clothes, using your own toiletries, etc. I also had a friend bring me books from the library to read.

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  • mrsmullins11mrsmullins11 member
    missnacholover said:

    *hugs*  That has to be so hard. 

    If you're worried about things getting ready - do some online shopping!  Make some lists and hit up some websites. 

    Hang in there!

    This! I would definitely shop online. I've been taking it easy, not on complete bed rest but limited activity, and I could spend hours on Etsy.
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  • flerlgirlflerlgirl member
    No experience but just wanted to say that June 14 is thinking of you, OP! 





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  • babybean82babybean82 member
    Thank you everyone, as of right now I am on strict bed rest with only bathroom privileges, today they might let me take a shower and change if the Dr okays it first. I have had DH bring up a few things for me to do but so far I am only allowed to sit up a little bit here and there and most of the time I have to lay down on my side. 
    I am a crafty person so I am hoping to maybe get a chance to crochet some little preemie hats and booties for him to wear in the nicu. I like the idea of making something to decorate the room like pp said too, maybe I can figure out something like that to do.

    My night nurse last night actually had her daughter here 2 years ago at 31 weeks due to pre eclampsia as well. I think talking with her last night helped me out some, She was able to really go into detail on whats going to happen when he comes and what a nicu stay is going to be like. 

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  • haziedazehaziedaze member
    @babybean82 as a preemie momma my heart goes out to you! Every day is a HUGE victory. If you're interested in more NICU stories/info check out the Preemie Resource Blog: https://preemiemomblog.blogspot.com/p/preemie-stories.html there's also a facebook page.

    There are great stories about babies born at all different gestations. 28 weeks is a big deal, so glad you're there! The preemie board was an awesome resource as well. Once baby is born consider giving friends/family this link: https://preemiemomblog.blogspot.com/p/what-can-i-do-for-my-friend.html

    Thinking about you, T&P for more time!
    BFP#1 9/14/10 (EDD 5/21/11); no fetal pole 6w6d, 7w4d, d&c 10/8
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    haziedaze said:
    @babybean82 as a preemie momma my heart goes out to you! Every day is a HUGE victory. If you're interested in more NICU stories/info check out the Preemie Resource Blog: https://preemiemomblog.blogspot.com/p/preemie-stories.html there's also a facebook page.

    There are great stories about babies born at all different gestations. 28 weeks is a big deal, so glad you're there! The preemie board was an awesome resource as well. Once baby is born consider giving friends/family this link: https://preemiemomblog.blogspot.com/p/what-can-i-do-for-my-friend.html

    Thinking about you, T&P for more time!
    Yes, the preemie blog is awesome! Let one of us know if you have any NICU questions!





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  • babybean82babybean82 member
    flerlgirl said:
    haziedaze said:
    @babybean82 as a preemie momma my heart goes out to you! Every day is a HUGE victory. If you're interested in more NICU stories/info check out the Preemie Resource Blog: https://preemiemomblog.blogspot.com/p/preemie-stories.html there's also a facebook page.

    There are great stories about babies born at all different gestations. 28 weeks is a big deal, so glad you're there! The preemie board was an awesome resource as well. Once baby is born consider giving friends/family this link: https://preemiemomblog.blogspot.com/p/what-can-i-do-for-my-friend.html

    Thinking about you, T&P for more time!
    Yes, the preemie blog is awesome! Let one of us know if you have any NICU questions!
    Thank you, I will check it out:)

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