Admitted to the hospital and frustrated

Soccergoalie32 · August 2016

I just need some good vibes sent my way because I'm frustrated. I am now 29 weeks and was admitted yesterday morning due to high blood pressure and trace amounts of protein in my urine at my dr appointment. They kept me to do a 24 hour urine test. The doctor spoke to me briefly at about 11:00 am and said that if the results came back under 300 (don't know what the numbers represent) then she would put me on meds and keep a close eye on me and that if it was over 300 then "we would have to talk". So we didn't hear anything. When the nurse came in to do my second steroid shot for baby we asked if the results had returned and she said the number was 368. It's now 11:08 pm and I still haven't gotten to talk to the doctor even though I've asked three times. I'm just stressed out and frustrated because I literally have no idea what they want to do. Sorry for the rant. Just worried and frustrated. Does anyone know if these numbers are crazy high? I tried doing some research but it's all so over my head.

angelz429 · August 2016

Basically it means you're meeting criteria for preeclampsia. They'll talk to you about if/when they would consider early induction vs outpatient management until 38 weeks. Hang in there!

Soccergoalie32 · August 2016

Thanks for the response! Hopefully I'll be able to talk to a doctor tomorrow.

MollySm · August 2016

How are you doing today, @Soccergoalie32? I am sorry that the doc wasn't keeping you more in the loop on your situation. I hope things are looking okay and you can keep baby in awhile longer!

Soccergoalie32 · August 2016

I'm ok today. They released me from the hospital this morning and now I'm on bed rest at home

But at least I'm at home now.

hjmommaplus1 · August 2016

I'm glad your home @Soccergoalie32! I hope your time on bed rest goes by quickly!

MollySm · August 2016

I'm glad you are home! Hopefully bed rest isn't too terrible.

SandNStarsNJ · August 2016

Glad to hear your at home @soccergoalie32. Hope things take a positive spin for you soon!

Soccergoalie32 · August 2016

Thanks all! I appreciate the support!!

anne11716 · August 2016

@Soccergoalie32 I went through the exact same thing! I'm 29 weeks today and now on bed rest with preeclampsia (have been for two weeks). It sucks but it's good your doctor caught it early so you can be on bed rest and not put stress on your body. It will be ok! My numbers have been inbetween 310-598. Basically they watch this and tell you all of the scary symptoms. From my understanding you won't have the scary symptoms unless your blood pressure is at or above 160/110 or your protein is 5,000 or +. You will get blood drawn at every appointment and do a urine sample or 24 hour one (how annoying are those?!).
Im happy they caught it early for you too , that's a good thing! I guess a lot cases of this they don't know about until their numbers are already super high.
My doctor told me my first goal is 32 weeks, then 34, and she won't let me go past 37. I also got the steroid shots so they might give us a booster around 34 weeks.
Hang in there! I'm right there with you!!

Soccergoalie32 · August 2016

@anne11716 thanks so much for the reply! I am happy they caught it early too. What have you been doing to pass the time???

anne11716 · August 2016

@Soccergoalie32 I'm reading Girl On The Train right now! Also a lot of trashy tv, hgtv, and food network lol. My husband and sister have gotten me a few coloring books which sounds silly but it's fun! I also have gestational diabetes (yes, this is real life) so I've been meal prepping, for others to help out with because I love to cook and am having a hard time now that I can't! I do make myself breakfast in the morning and my husband and I eat on our patio every night but other than that I've been on the couch. My doctor did say we could have 1-2 outings a week as long as they are stress free but I've had so many doctors appointments that we have only been out once. I am planning on getting a pedicure this weekend though if my appointment goes well on Friday.

Don't feel bad if you have a few breakdowns though! I lost it the other day because I spilled my tomato soup on my white shirt, and also just because I Googled and scared myself. Now I'm just trying to stay positive and counting each day as another good day that baby is growing!! We will have to keep in touch!

Soccergoalie32 · August 2016

So I was re admitted on Wednesday for severe pre eclampsia. My liver numbers were out of control and Hannah Rae was born at 10;29 am on 8/25/2016. Please pray or send positive thoughts for her to remain nice and healthy.

leighry · August 2016

Will be thinking of you and your baby girl!! Congratulations. Little girls are fighters.

Soccergoalie32 · August 2016

Thanks @leighry! I haven't gotten to meet her yet. They had to put me under for the c section and then I haven't been able to leave bed yet bc of the magnesium sulfate. So today the plan is to finally get to meet her. I cannot wait. My husband said she's doing well. She hasn't even needed the respirator yet. I'm a proud momma.

MrsMaryK2016 · August 2016

Oh my gosh, our first baby! Glad to hear you're both doing well. I'll definitely be thinking about you both. Keep us updated on her progress and let us know when you take her home!

kvruns · August 2016

Thinking wonderful thoughts for you and your new baby

anne11716 · August 2016

@Soccergoalie32 sending prayers
your way! Congratulations!!! I am sure she is just beautiful!

BmcD2016 · August 2016

@Soccergoalie32 congratulations!

rspalding001 · August 2016

OMG! Sending you all the good vibes and best wishes! Beautiful name by the way :-)

MollySm · August 2016

Sending lots of positive thoughts and healthy vibes!!

jarethinafrock · August 2016

Congratulations! Wishing you all the best!

SandNStarsNJ · August 2016

Sending prayers, well wishes, and a congratulations! Welcome Hannah Rae!

tigerfish227 · August 2016

congrats and good luck! hope you get to snuggle her soon!

Justpeachier13 · August 2016

Wow! Congrats @Soccergoalie32 and hang in there. Best wishes to momma and Hannah Rae.

Katemr1146 · August 2016

Congratulations! I hope you get to meet her soon. Sending you both all the best wishes

NordyMN89 · August 2016

Congrats! You're both in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you got to meet her today! Take care of yourself!

LadyBugMe101 · August 2016

Wishing you and baby all the best! Glad you get to meet your LO today. Keep us updated.

zuuls_mom · August 2016

Wishing you and your LO the best!

shevaCC · August 2016

Congratulations! Sending thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery for you and quick growing for your sweet baby girl! Beautiful name, hope to see pictures soon!

Muscatmommyof4 · August 2016

@Soccergoalie32 Congratulations! And sending lots of positive thoughts to Hannah hope you get to meet her soon!

aquasocks · August 2016

Congratulations! Hope everything continues to improve for both of you!

hjmommaplus1 · August 2016

Congrats! I hope you both continue doing well!

jstinkz · August 2016

Hope you've been able to love up on her at this point! Hope all is going well for baby and mama.

yosemite2018 · August 2016

I hope you and baby continue to do well! Sending good thoughts your way!

kittiesandcoffee · August 2016

Congrats! I'm glad she and you are doing well! Please keep us updated if you get the chance, we all know you're busy though.

Soccergoalie32 · August 2016

Here's a picture of our girl that my husband got. She so teensy tiny it's amazing. Trying to pump now. It's frustrating how little comes out.

MrsBigTime · August 2016

@Soccergoalie32 She is beautiful!

Keep going with the pumping! It will pay off - you're just in the thick of the battle right now! Every 3 hours for 20 minutes, you will get a supply. It doesn't always happen for everyone, but the NICU mamas who have the best supplies are the ones who are super consistent and pump on a good schedule. Definitely ask to see a LC and give yourself a huge amount of grace - you are doing an awesome thing!!

Prayers to you and your beautiful Hannah! I hope your new little family is able to grow and thrive!

MollySm · August 2016

Aw! I'm sorry pumping is frustrating :-( But yay for cute pictures of your little one!

Soccergoalie32 · August 2016

That's what the LC said, just keep hydrating and pumping and it will come eventually. I just feel so bad for Hannah. Just so guilty. My husband keeps telling me it's not my fault but I just feel like I've failed her. She's so itty bitty, it's crazy to think she's out in the world.

yosemite2018 · August 2016

Soccergoalie32 said:

That's what the LC said, just keep hydrating and pumping and it will come eventually. I just feel so bad for Hannah. Just so guilty. My husband keeps telling me it's not my fault but I just feel like I've failed her. She's so itty bitty, it's crazy to think she's out in the world.

It isn't your fault. Sometimes stuff just happens. It's not the ideal situation I'm sure but it seems like keeping her in there any longer would have put both of you at risk and she needs a healthy momma!

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