To go in or not go in?

Ccat1977 · December 2015

I'm getting fluid seeping out - generally when I go to stand up or walk around. It's clear and no distinct odor and I've had like 3 bloody shows in the last few days. I have been having contractions most of the day anywhere from 10-20 min apart. The fluid has me concerned and I'm trying to reach the on-call Dr. But they aren't answering (which I'm annoyed about). My paperwork says "if your leaking fluid gushes or if it is filling up pads or running down your leg" - almost like it needs to be more than just a trickle. I'm thinking I may take a shower, start watching contractions closer and if the fluid is still an issue in an hour just go to L&D to get checked out. what would you do? I'm going to try calling on-call again after my shower.

ammnam14 · December 2015

I would go in. It's better to be safe than sorry.

laurabwalker · December 2015

If GBS + def go in or if you have any other risk factors (high blood pressure etc). If not and you have had an uneventful pregnancy, you could continue to monitor and call again. Can you call your labour and delivery unit?

RachDaRach · December 2015

It sounds like amniotic fluid. I'd go in (bring a soaked pad so they can test it). Good luck!

Ccat1977 · December 2015

Finally got a hold of them and they recommended coming in to get checked. Contractions are definitely ramping up fast. No high blood pressure issues thankfully and I'm 39 weeks 4 days. I seriously hope this is it and not another false alarm.

laurabwalker · December 2015

Good luck!

Ccat1977 · December 2015

Thanks! Glad I went in, they confirmed my water had broken and checked us into the hospital. Unfortunately they want to start pitocin in an hour since the contractions are not kicking in as much as they'd like. Crossing my fingers for a quick delivery.

LauraSmarterSpam · December 2015

Praying for a quick delivery!
Good luck!!

keiragann · December 2015

Good luck!!

Hawaiianmama17 · December 2015

Good luck!!

Court11152325 · December 2015

Good luck! Keep us posted.

SCKD · December 2015

Good luck!!!

Ccat1977 · December 2015

Thanks everyone! Luke was born this morning at 11:04am, 8lbs 8oz. Sort of ended up like an induction due to all the pitocin. Thank god for the epidural - worked great and I could still feel when to push. Ended up with a few stitches - no surprise. baby's blood sugar has been a little low as I had GD and we're working on boosting that. Biggest issue is that he keeps falling asleep when he eats. But he's precious.

Samijo96 · December 2015

Congrats (: I didn't go to the hospital til I was 6 cm dilated! (Don't ask me how I waited that long) He was 10 lbs 8oz with no meds and lots of stitches! I lost lots of blood and hemorrhaged afterwards

I had lots of problems after I gave birth.. He had a couple problems that are getting better.. He's now 10 days old and He's one of the best things that has ever happened to me❤ I will say they grow way too fast

Ccat1977 · December 2015

Glad to hear your ok now @samijo96 - sounds like it was rough going. Congrats on your baby as well and I Agree - they will grow too fast.

blended10 · December 2015

Congrats on the baby! Glad you went in

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