First BPF with a side of a long-ass update (uneek)

uneek1323 · December 2014

There's been a lot going on in my little world and I apologize for not always being about to post. I'm very overwhelmed.

First, and most importantly, the babe is perfect. The babe's mama? .... not so much.

I have gallstones, and have had them prior to this pregnancy but being pregnant has exacerbated the problem. For a long time, I would just have a flare up about once every couple of months and it would last a few hours tops. Early in November I started having pain everyday, culminating in an 11 hour flare up with back pain, a new symptom for me. After calling the triage nurse, she told me to take a hot shower. That helped and the pain lessened with tylenol. The next night, same thing. Two hot showers later and the pain was escalating, so we went to the ER who transferred me straight to L&D. My expectations were that they were going to give me something for the pain and let me go. I need to have gallbladder surgery but not until after the babe is born. Pain meds weren't helping and my liver enzymes were off the charts so they admitted me and I stayed in the hospital for 4 days. So for now the plan is to drastically change my diet. I was already on a low fat diet but now I'm cutting out almost everything. And even then I'm scared to eat. I'll have surgery days after delivery, as long as I'm healthy.

I'm still having a racing pulse and heart palpitations. The hospital stay delayed the testing for that, but I wore a holter monitor for 24 hours and awaiting the results of that. Hoping it's nothing serious.

And if that wasn't enough, there's still my bitch of a placenta. The placenta is still low, I'm just not sure what percentage. I had an ER u/s and the tech said "Baby's head is down, and, oh, using the placenta as a pillow."

I have a more extensive u/s this Tuesday to find out more. My thoughts are racing when it comes to this. Will I start bleeding? Will I have to deliver early? I'm trying not to get ahead of myself until I have more info but it's hard not to.

Thanks for reading my drama update, now for the fun part!

Here's my third tri bump!! 27w3d - close enough to third tri that I'm calling it.

E&B0811 · December 2014

Wow! I'm glad baby is ok. It sounds like you have had quite the roller coaster of a pregnancy though. Your bump is adorable! I hope the next few weeks are less eventful than the last have been.

NoeliaV · December 2014

Yay for a healthy baby, but man, your update on you sounds rough. Sending you good thoughts and congrats on the turn into 3rd tri!

LaRomana09 · December 2014

I'm so sorry you're dealing with so much during this pregnancy. I'm so glad baby is doing great, and sending lots of T&Ps that everything goes as smoothly as possible for the rest of your pregnancy and your surgery, too. (((HUGS))) And I love that bump!

Samuelismomma · December 2014

Sorry so much is going on:( so happy baby is fine! Cute bump!

BluEyedGirl26 · December 2014

I'm sorry you've been through so much. I hope Tuesday's appt brings good news! Congrats on 3rd tri!!

dragonfly1809 · December 2014

I'm so sorry you've been having such a rough time. That all sounds very stressful and scary.
I'll be thinking of you and sending lots of T&Ps..
Woohoo for third tri!! Hello baby bump!

Hugs!

PinkCamino · December 2014

I'm so sorry you've been struggling so much. FX they can find a solution to keep you comfortable as that gorgeous babe keeps cooking.

The photo made me tear up love. I am so incredibly happy for you!

Courtney1741 · December 2014

Wow! I'm so sorry you are having to go through all of that. Sounds like a very stressful situation! I hope that your placenta moves up so it is one less thing to worry about. My thoughts and prayers are with you and LO. ((hugs))

taberbtb · December 2014

I am so sorry you have had such a rough 27 weeks, and that you are still struggling with your gallbladder. I remember you having serious issues with it prior to becoming pregnant. >:D< I am happy to read that LO is doing well and hasn't been affected by everything!

Good luck at your appointment Tuesday, hopefully your placenta has worked its way up, or at least is starting to. You still have time! FWIW I was also diagnosed with a low lying placenta at my a/s, and my original OB scheduled me to have it re-checked at 28w, however when I switched to the midwife she refused to check before 32w as she said a lot can change in those 4 weeks. Good luck!!

pblge · December 2014

Great bump! Sending t&p for all you're dealing with. ((Hugs))

carlsonbaby2014 · December 2014

Oh Uneek - I am so glad that the babe is doing well. I wish nothing more than for a very boring, uneventful rest of your pregnancy - especially with all the going ons of what you're dealing with. A million (((hugs))) and very positive vibes headed your way.

uromys · December 2014

I'm glad that you are more comfortable, and that babe is doing well given your circumstance. Positive thoughts and prayers being sent your way. Hopefully you can stay pregnant for a little while longer and all works out okay in the end.

Mel&John2013 · December 2014

I'm so sorry you're going through all this, what a mess! I hope your ultrasound goes well, maybe at least the placenta will cooperate.

If it helps, your bump is very cute

Hooray for 3rd tri!

jenn0021 · December 2014

I'm super glad that you gave us an update, since I've been dying to know how you're doing. First of all, I'm so glad that baby is doing well! But I'm really sorry that you're not. What a lot of pain and stress to be under right now, I'll be thinking of you.

BackstreetPixie · December 2014

Lots of t&p to you lady! Take it easy. ::hugs::

luciddreamer106 · December 2014

I'm sorry that you're still dealing with all that pain and health issues. I hope things can settle down for you. You look great though! Your doctor will keep an eye on your placenta and it might shift a little as time goes on. If it's blocking your cervix, then you will not be able to deliver vaginally as it would be too dangerous.

peggels24 · December 2014

Love the bump!!! ((hugs)) for all the pain and all the scares. T&P's that the follow up u/s gives you good news that can give you some breathing room.

jap618 · December 2014

YAY for a healthy baby & your bump is adorable

I'm sorry you're dealing with all of that

(((hugs))) & T&P coming your way that you can get some pain relief soon. I'm here if you need anything

uneek1323 · December 2014

Thank you for all the love and encouragement. :-*

Roxycc55 · December 2014

(((Uneek)) I'm sorry you have had such a hard time! Really after everything, I would think you finally deserve to at least have a smoother road. How unfair. But, I'm so happy to hear that baby is doing well, and YAY for third tri!!!!! Woooooooo!!!

longcat07 · December 2014

i love the bump, but omg what an ordeal with the gallstones. that sounds miserable.

if you don't mind my asking, is there a reason they'd rather restrict your diet so severely rather than just do surgery now? i have a friend who had her gallbladder out during her 3rd tri, but i don't know how common that is or if there are other factors your doctor has to consider with your particular case. hang in there. lots of creepy internet hugs. and i hope your placenta moves too. so much going on.

Buttercup509 · December 2014

I am so sorry you're having such a rough time, but I'm happy baby is healthy! I hope your appointment goes well next week. Lots of (((hugs)))

SamanthaLaura16 · December 2014

Sorry that things have been so rough for you. Sending lots of T&P your way. I'm so glad that baby is doing good through this whole process and I hope things start to get better for you.

uneek1323 · December 2014

@longcat07 They won't do the surgery unless it gets infected because they said the sedation and meds I would need could cause pre term labor and they're not willing to take that risk. I wish they would do the surgery now with no risk of complications, but it looks like I'll have to wait.

longcat07 · December 2014

uneek1323 said:

@longcat07 They won't do the surgery unless it gets infected because they said the sedation and meds I would need could cause pre term labor and they're not willing to take that risk. I wish they would do the surgery now with no risk of complications, but it looks like I'll have to wait.

that makes perfect sense. i wish it was easier on you though.

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Junebug060609 · December 2014

3rd tri!!! Holy cow has it been awhile.

Sorry about the continued gallbladder problems. I've had it too and omfg is it painful. Hopefully the diet change will help, but I hear you with being scared to eat. The anticipation of the pain sucks.

The low lying placenta sounds like previa. Not sure about the bleeding risk, but I know that in most cases it moves north as the ute grows and that if it doesn't usually the biggest problem is a c/s is necessary. Never had it, but I've known several PAL ladies that have.

FX that placenta gets moving for you and that your gallbladder gets its act together. Glad the baby looks good! Did you ever announce here if baby is a boy or girl? Just being nosy, totally understand if you want to wait.

Love the bump! Such a change from when we met up

shandorfml2 · December 2014

Ugh sorry you havent felt well. Hopefully the new diet will help!

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KMW08 · December 2014

That is a lot of shitty shit to deal with while being pregnant. So happy that baby Uneek is doing just fine though *whew* and your bump looks great!

Sending so many Ts & Ps that you're able to keep that bun in the oven for as long as possible, your body starts to cooperate and ease up on the physical pain it's causing you, and for a speedy recovery after delivery so you can get everything taken care of. Wishing this final trimester to hurry the fuck up for your sanity!!!!

heathersf11 · December 2014

I'm gad your little one is doing well. I'm sorry you are dealing with so much. The gallbladder thing sounds miserable ((((Hugs))).

Denise91980 · December 2014

I am so sorry you are going through all this. Glad to hear that LO is OK. Big ((hugs)) to you. Hope you feel a little better soon.

princezjk · December 2014

I am so sorry you are dealing with so much added stress and pain. Sending T&Ps for some comfort for you and continued good growth for LO.

buggirl72 · December 2014

***lurking***

Lady, that is a beautiful bump!

I am so sorry that your gallstones are still giving you problems and that you are having to deal with so much pain. It sounds like your doctor is doing a good job of keeping an eye on you and I hope the next 12ish weeks go by super fast.

Lots of ((((hugs))))

smcniff · December 2014

I also had a low lying placenta at 20 weeks. It wasn't previa, but it was 'low lying' and therefore too close for a natural delivery. At my f/u ultrasound last week my LO was still using my placenta as a pillow, but when my MW called me with the results, she said everything was fine. Apparently, 'low lying' is only within 2 cm of the cervix according to my MW. All you need is 2 cm of space to be in the clear.

Hope yours has worked itself out too.

MrsG80inTN · December 2014

*lurking* Just want you to know that I'm thinking of you and praying all is fine. It's a lot to deal with so just breathe if you can.

LSzwaya · December 2014

Lurking...

Uneek, you've had so much on your plate so far. Sending you a big hugs lady! You're one tough momma!

docamy2011 · December 2014

I've been MIA for awhile now and playing catch up on everybody!! So excited for you and glad babe is doing well!! I hate you are having so much pain! I hope the diet change helps! Will keep you in my T&P!!

LifeofCat · December 2014

I'm quite late, but here I am checking in on you

LOOK AT THAT BUMP, LADY! Happy to hear that little babe is well

I'm sorry to hear it's been rough for you mama, and sending you positive thoughts xo

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