Update - Night In L&D (long)

victoria+james · July 2014

I went in to L&D last night (30 weeks today) because I was having contractions 2 to 3 minutes apart lasting about a minute each. You might remember I recently posted about baby boy having decreased and muted movements as well.

So they hooked me up to monitor his heart rate as well as my contractions and low and behold there they were every couple of minutes. They pumped me full of fluids, checked for infection, and checked my cervix to make sure all was well.

It was so nice to get confirmation that it is in fact my anterior placenta that has been hindering my ability to feel LO move around - scared me at first because they were having a tough time finding his heart beat (turns out for the same reason).

After a few hours under observation they determined the contractions had slowed a little and weren't increasing to true labor and sent me home to monitor them with instructions to take it easy, drink lots of water, and return if they got worse.

I'm still having them, luckily they've slowed to about 5 to 7 minutes apart. I'm wondering if I'm going to be able to keep working much longer as they're worse when I'm standing (which I have to for my job) and all of this happened after an incredibly short 3 hour shift yesterday.

*UPDATE*

Talked to my doctor again since contractions are still steady but have slowed to about 7-10 minutes apart. They're just having me monitor from home for now. Luckily I have a few days off work because they get worse whenever I stand up.

Thank you guys for all your kind words and advice

MrsSinner402 · July 2014

Oh no! Be sure to rest up when you can. I hope LO keeps cooking as long as he needs to. >:D<

Emerald27 · July 2014

Wow!! Glad everything is ok. I hope the contractions stop completely for you ASAP! Did they give you any indication of what to expect? T&Ps for you and LO!

Leysin97 · July 2014

Glad the contractions slowed down. Hoping it stops altogether. Get some rest.

victoria+james · July 2014

Emerald27 said:
Wow!! Glad everything is ok. I hope the contractions stop completely for you ASAP! Did they give you any indication of what to expect? T&Ps for you and LO!

I think they were expecting them to disappear completely so I will be calling back today after ensuring I've drowned myself in fluids just to be sure they don't want to do another check.

Sockgnome78 · July 2014

Wow! Be careful and stay hydrated.

Justabean3 · July 2014

I had this happen 1a Wednesday and they gave me terbutaline 3x and pain meds. They sent me home Wed at 3p after they went to 5 or 6 mins. The contractions finally stopped after 3 days.

So you could still work fine, I haven't had many since then but a few

meggiev123 · July 2014

Yikes, sorry you're going through this. FXed they stop completely and that you're able to work if you want/need to, or are able to take it easy if you can.

I've been on the "taking it easy" routine (not bedrest, but not lots of standing/walking etc) and I have to say I feel sooo much better, especially related to pelvic pressure, aches etc.

HappyCianci · July 2014

I'm so sorry for the stress. If your cervix is still long and closed, that's a good indication that those contractions are false alarms. I hope your baby stays put for a while and you stay healthy! xx

MrsSarahRenee · July 2014

Thinking positive thoughts for you!

[Deleted User] · July 2014

Sending T&P your way! I hope your contractions stop soon and your LO stays in for a while.

Justabean3 · July 2014

Did they do a fFN test? It is more accurate when it's negative. You have a 1% chance in the next 2-3 weeks after a negative response

Positive it's different, basically a toss up.

bumpuser10309732 · July 2014

Wow! Glad everything checked out ok and you got to go home! FX they stop and you can continue on your normal routine for another 10 weeks!

ashie0610 · July 2014

I'm glad they slowed down for you. I hope they go away altogether so that you don't have to be worried about them! Good for you to going to get checked when things felt off!

victoria+james · July 2014

Justabean3 said:
I had this happen 1a Wednesday and they gave me terbutaline 3x and pain meds. They sent me home Wed at 3p after they went to 5 or 6 mins. The contractions finally stopped after 3 days.

So you could still work fine, I haven't had many since then but a few

Good to know! Hopefully they'll disappear pretty soon here!

AmandaJean12 · July 2014

I hope some rest and fluids makes them stop for you! I'd definitely keep calling with updates... Hope everything calms down and baby stays inside at least a few more weeks!

victoria+james · July 2014

Justabean3 said:
Did they do a fFN test? It is more accurate when it's negative. You have a 1% chance in the next 2-3 weeks after a negative response

Positive it's different, basically a toss up.

If they did I was too busy dreaming about the cheeseburger I wanted and didn't know what it was...

lrobi13 · July 2014

FX that your lo keeps baking for a long time! I am so sorry you are having those contractions.

[Deleted User] · July 2014

Oh wow, I'm so glad everything is OK! Way to listen to your instincts. FX your LO keeps right on cooking in there!

victoria+james · July 2014

jalara48 said:
It sounds like your instincts were right - something was just not right and then the contractions started. I'm so glad you were paying attention and went to get checked! I'm even more glad that you and the LO are doing okay.
How are you handling the stress of it all? And your husband? How is he handling everything? When is your next appointment with your OB?

Thinking of you!

I wasn't too stressed about the contractions since they didn't hurt much and I figured there was no way real labor would be that easy. I'm more stressed about the idea of having to leave work since DH still hasn't found a job. He seemed just fine and was giving himself pats on the back for mapping out the fastest route to the hospital, lol!

Our next appointment is August 11th which is the day after my shower (which he better still be an inside baby for!)

Wino411 · July 2014

Glad everything checked out ok. T&Ps your contractions stop and LO stays put for a while.

victoria+james · July 2014

Nicb13 said:
FX that the baby stays put and no more contractions!
Are they recommending bed rest? I would be afraid to keep working or being active

They didn't say anything about it last night - but the words "pelvic rest" were thrown out there (much to DHs dismay)

Glas43 · July 2014

Continued prayers that the contractions stop and baby stays put for a while longer!!

Justabean3 · July 2014

victoria+james said:

Justabean3 said:
Did they do a fFN test? It is more accurate when it's negative. You have a 1% chance in the next 2-3 weeks after a negative response

Positive it's different, basically a toss up.
If they did I was too busy dreaming about the cheeseburger I wanted and didn't know what it was...

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Haha you would probably know. They stick a giant qtip in there and leave it like 3 minutes before they take it out with the stick just chilling out the girl bits

victoria+james · July 2014

Justabean3 said:

victoria+james said:

Justabean3 said:
Did they do a fFN test? It is more accurate when it's negative. You have a 1% chance in the next 2-3 weeks after a negative response

Positive it's different, basically a toss up.
If they did I was too busy dreaming about the cheeseburger I wanted and didn't know what it was...
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Haha you would probably know. They stick a giant qtip in there and leave it like 3 minutes before they take it out with the stick just chilling out the girl bits

I was stuck by many a qtip, but none that hung out that long, lol!

fireflyrebirth · July 2014

Wow that doesn't sound like fun at all

you were right to get checked! I hope with rest and fluids you soon feel better!

Saragoeswest · July 2014

Yikes!!! Keep us updated!

golfingdarwinfish · July 2014

FX the contractions cease and LO stays put for 10 more weeks! Sorry you're going through this!

noellemari · July 2014

T&Ps! Hoping the ctxns stop soon.

vrj0522 · July 2014

Scary! I'm glad everything's okay though and hope the contractions go a way for another several weeks!

Justabean3 · July 2014

theresat858 said:

Justabean3 said:

victoria+james said:

Justabean3 said:
Did they do a fFN test? It is more accurate when it's negative. You have a 1% chance in the next 2-3 weeks after a negative response

Positive it's different, basically a toss up.
If they did I was too busy dreaming about the cheeseburger I wanted and didn't know what it was...
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Haha you would probably know. They stick a giant qtip in there and leave it like 3 minutes before they take it out with the stick just chilling out the girl bits

Not necessarily. When I had it done, it was a quick swab.

I would def. follow up with your OB if you have not already and ask about having a FFN test done.

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This is reassuring because I had it done with #2 also and I didn't remember them leaving it in there like that. I thought I missed it but they definitely left it in there the other day what felt like forever!!

jesslinnn · July 2014

FXed they stop for good! (Well, for 9 more weeks.) Take it easy!

pepperpotts317 · July 2014

Fingers crossed that baby stays put for a while! Get some rest!

MrsL2B · July 2014

So glad you're doing well! I hope you don't have to stop work already.

sarajones84 · July 2014

I'm glad you are both ok! Thoughts for you both! ((Hugs))

wildflower75 · July 2014

I'm glad the contractions slowed but please take it easy!! Hugs and prayers that you can keep your baby cooking a little longer!

cshade07 · July 2014

So glad all is well! I hope you can take the time to rest and take it easy! Keep on baking that LO

smking23 · July 2014

T&P for you and LO. Try to get some rest if possible

J3nn1f3r7 · July 2014

Sorry you're going through this! I had a very similar experience but didn't go to L&D. Hope your LO keeps cooking for as long as he can! Thoughts are with you!

ANGnJON · July 2014

Wow, scary stuff! Happy to hear the contractions have slowed! Make sure to get plenty of rest & fluids! FX you continue to be well! Big hugs to you & T&P for you & your LO!