Well, guess it's my turn to ask for Ts&Ps...

SNail312` · January 2015

Of course this has to happen as we've all dissolved. I think this board was VERY supportive and I'm needing it now!

I went in for a non-diagnostic ultrasound at 32 weeks, and they said the fluid looked low, so we kept an eye on it. Wednesday I went in to make sure everything was ok and unfortunately it wasn't. The fluid (despite my best efforts) hadn't increased much and her growth haas stalled at about 32 weeks. Her heart rate and activity look good, but she's tiny. My biggest concern is her lung development and the doctors have no clue where it could be at. I was planning a home birth and am ending up needing a c-section this Wednesday. I'm FTM scared/frustrated/anxious and miss my vipers.

modernfairytale8709 · January 2015

I'm so sorry you have to deal with this. It sounds so scary, and I'm sorry I have no advice for you. Thoughts and prayers for the best outcome possible coming your way in droves.

cloe111479 · January 2015

Good Luck -- T&P's with you today

hillgirl322 · January 2015

T&Ps. Sounds very scary. Good luck!

ConstanceGoodspeed · January 2015

Sounds like she is otherwise healthy, so hopefully everything goes smoothly.

On a less important note, I am bummed for you not getting the birth experience you wanted. Good luck!

tortor4 · January 2015

Many thoughts and prayers your way.

scgmama · January 2015

Are they going to give you steroid shots before delivery? Sometimes babies just do better out than in, and many thoughts and prayers coming your way.

JessicaH1020 · January 2015

Sending thoughts and prayers your way!

firelizard83 · January 2015

Thinking of you! As someone else who is not getting the birth experience she wanted, just take some time (I know you don't have much!) to meditate on it and come to peace with the fact that this is what will be best to get a happy, healthy baby into your arms!

ems0523 · January 2015

T&P's heading your way. Keep a positive attitude that birth plans can change but the health if your baby is most important! This doesn't mean you'll have the same outcome next time!

amarblues · January 2015

T&Ps!

mandamoochie · January 2015

Thoughts and Prayers!! You are a fantastic mama for doing everything that is needed for your LO and it might not be what was planned, but you are definitely doing the right thing. Keep us updated as to how everything goes and hope everything goes as smoothly as possible for you.

lizjennings81 · January 2015

Sending many positive thoughts and vibes your way, @SNail312`. I'm so sorry you have to go through this, but glad to hear that baby's looking good. Wishing you and your baby nothing but the best. You're scared, anxious, and frustrated, but I also know you're strong and resourceful for yourself and your kiddo. Hugs.

tropicbreeze · January 2015

Lots of T&P's!

poopylove · January 2015

Thoughts and prayers to you both!

CogDis · January 2015

I'm so so so sorry this is happening!
I know how committed you were to a home birth without interventions and drugs, so this must be quite a disappointment. I kind of thought of us as a bit of a team since we were both doing the home birth thing, so I really do empathize. Sorry.

And worrying about the growth and development of your LO is terrifying.

I guess the only solace I can offer is to say to try to focus on the skills and strengths of your hospital care team. They're well prepared and have many successes in helping babies flourish and they'll do everything for your LO. Modern medicine is a miracle and it has and will be there for you and your LO.

You've done a great job growing that baby, momma! I'm not a person of religious faith but I was raised with religion and know how to pray so I'll make an exception and send my typical good wishes *and* a special prayer for you and your LO!

Good luck! I'll be thinking of you! Please be sure to keep us updated!

usmcwife89 · January 2015

Sending you lots of prayers!

I have the same issue going on now. I was admitted 2 weeks ago for low fluid. Did your doctor mention possibly staying 24-48 hours in L&D for IV fluids? Do you have a leak? Did they mention the steroid shot to develop the baby's lungs?

It can be rough but try to stay positive and keep drinking lots of water! If you don't feel your baby move make sure you call or go to l&d immediately. Don't question it since the fluid is low.

Just some things from my experience 2 weeks ago! Keep us updated? I'll keep you in my prayers.

boxerrrmama85 · January 2015

Sending good thoughts your way. Keep us posted and join us on the dark side

@BumpAdmin‌ way to go! Just when our community members need the love and support!

racheltherose · January 2015

Ts&P's to you, I hope everything turns out okay! Keep us updated.

junebugjam · January 2015

So sorry for the stress you're under and not getting the birth experience you want. I'm sure you and baby will be in great hands. Like someone else said, sometimes out is better than in and you'll get to hold your little love soon!

stefanie_cbc · January 2015

You have my thoughts and prayers. Glad to see that you hvae made it past the 36 week mark though. Please keep us updated.

lizzybean · January 2015

I am so sorry you are going through this. I would be very worried too, but please try to think positively! Your little one will be tiny, but sounds like everything else is looking good!

Take solace in knowing that you are under great care, and that the c/s is the best thing for your LO now.

Also, be sure to ask about possibly being hooked up to an IV for fluids, and be sure to ask your OB about getting steroid shots for lungs a couple days before they plan the c-section.

Thinking of you! Please keep us updated.

usmcwife89 · January 2015

Sending you lots of prayers!

I have the same issue going on now. I was admitted 2 weeks ago for low fluid. Did your doctor mention possibly staying 24-48 hours in L&D for IV fluids? Do you have a leak? Did they mention the steroid shot to develop the baby's lungs?

It can be rough but try to stay positive and keep drinking lots of water! If you don't feel your baby move make sure you call or go to l&d immediately. Don't question it since the fluid is low.

Just some things from my experience 2 weeks ago! Keep us updated? I'll keep you in my prayers.

dreemkin84 · January 2015

I'm sorry things aren't going as planned. This happens a lot when it comes to births and it always sucks.

Fx for a happy and healthy delivery on Wednesday!

nbad311 · January 2015

I'm really sorry to hear this. Try and not stress too much and prepare for the best on Wednesday! We will all be thinking of you and keeping our FX!
Yes, and when you can, bring yourself and the pugs to the dark side! B-)

schnitz9 · January 2015

Thinking of you! Stay strong and all my T & P's....

CatLadyTX · January 2015

I can completely understand why you are scared. This is not at all how you had envisioned your baby's birth. Try to remember that they are doing what is best for your little girl. A c-section isn't the end of the world, even though it may feel like it right now. Don't beat yourself up over it.
You are your daughter are in my prayers, I'm looking forward to an update telling us that she is a strong fighter! Lots of hugs

acpruchnik · January 2015

Hang in there, @SNail312`‌! We still have some lurking regs hanging around to keep an eye out for our beloveds! Know we're all communicating so the bat signal doesn't die out when you need us most

Good luck on Wednesday and please update as you can! Is your LB still around? This is the time to put her on call!

We'll continue to send you happy thoughts and our fingers and toes are crossed for you and your little!

kbelly777 · January 2015

Hey momma.

My heart is so heavy for you. I can only imagine the fear, disappointment and worry you must be feeling. I am thankful that they found the issue when they did and that you LO is still looking healthy even if she is small.

I totally understand going through a type of mourning over the loss of your birth plan. It's really hard to feel like you've lost control over something that is so important to you.

All I can say is that I agree with pps in that intentionally setting your mind on the positives is the best thing to do. Every time you feel pulled into fear or disappointment, stop and be thankful for getting to carry her for as long as you have, or that they found the problem when they did, or that we have the knowledge and technology we do know to really help you LO once she is here.

I don't know if you're religious or not, and I don't mean to offend at all, but it would be my privilege to pray for you and your little girl. I've found such a peace and strength during trials that I can only attribute to knowing The Lord and I will be praying for that same peace and strength for you.

Keep us updated. Hang in there!

mylazypony · January 2015

@SNail312`‌ I'm so sorry you're dealing with this. My thoughts are with you. I know you're bummed about having to go another route. I have this same fear, about something going wrong and me not being able to do my home birth. I can share this with you. I befriended a pregnant woman in my neighborhood, that was a few weeks ahead of me. She too was planning a home birth. Well I saw her a few days ago and she was grabbing lunch and told me her midwife was sending her in to check out the fluid she had mentioned started leaking weeks before. She was worried, rightfully so. I tried to ease her and said well let's just wait and see what they say, eat something and text me later. She responded with, eek I'm not ready to have this baby, I have 4 weeks to go! Well she went in and was admitted to L&D and was told she was going to need a c-section in the morning, because her amniotic fluid was indeed leaking and they needed to get the baby out. She managed to plea with them and gave birth to her son, vaginally that evening. So yes it was as you planned but she it all came together in the end. I congratulated her and said well, thankfully you slacked on getting your birthing kit!

thejollyrancher · January 2015

Thoughts and prayers to you!

Lrjjj08 · January 2015

Sending happy thoughts your way! The most important thing is the babies health, a c section isn't ideal...but there are much worse things!

vsharpensteen · January 2015

I am so sorry . This is a super stressful time for most of us. Make sure your drinking plenty of water between now and then and take it easy.easier said then done I know but it as sounds like she's gonna be ok just needs extra TCL. My daughter was just born on the 7 at 33.2 and she's doing great so far on room air and is taking her feedings so try not to stress.
Thoughts and prayers for easy delivery.good luck

meepette · January 2015

Thoughts and prayers.

karisheep544 · January 2015

Happy thoughts and prayers headed your way!

reneamac313 · January 2015

I'm sorry that is happening. Thoughts and prayers heading your way!

DHarpster · January 2015

I'm sorry to hear things are not going according to plan. Lots of T&Ps for you and your little one.

crispywheats · January 2015

Non-creepy internet hugs!! T&Ps for you and your LO!

munchkin8590 · January 2015

Thinking of you! So sorry you're going through this

FlowerPower16 · January 2015

I'm so sorry you're going through this. Tons of T&P your way. Let us know when you can how everything goes on Wednesday.

kdhuling · January 2015

Sending you so many good thoughts and vibes! I can't imagine how hard it must be to completely change your birth plan at this point. Try and focus on the good, which is the fact that you caught this early and you are giving your sweet girl the best care possible. Keep us updated and take care!