I received a call this morning from my Dr. nurse as he wanted to see me ASAP to discuss my condition and treatment since I have not seen him at all since diagnosed. So, I went this morning at 11:30. Luckily, Nick was able to meet me at the Dr. office to assist with B and also to listen and ask whatever questions he had.
So, it looks like Dr. McDaniel is leaning toward moving my c-section up to 37 weeks; anytime between 11/24-12/1, but probably Monday 11/28 or Tuesday 11/29 . The deciding factor (if/when to do the c-section) will be the results of the blood work I will have drawn this coming Monday.
He informed me that the blood work I had done this Monday showed a negative change in my liver function which is why he would perform the c-section early. He said he was not going to do an amnio to determine if Bradley's lungs were developed as 37 weeks is considered full term, and we do not want to risk anything with Bradley by him performing the amnio. At this point it is better for Bradley to be alive outside of the womb than inside of the womb at risk of anything that would cause harm.
Friday, November 18, 2011
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Today's appointment
My computer sounds like it's about to take off...Goodness gracious!
Today's appointment went well. I had an ultrasound to make sure Bradley was doing good in the womb. I guess he got tired of laying on his right side and decided to switch to his left. She didn't get a good look at his face. It was kinda squished since he is getting ready to make his approach. His cord blood flow was good and heartbeat. She measured his head, tummy, femur bone, etc. and he measured bigger than from my last ultrasound so he is continuing to grow; he's approx 6-6.8 lbs. The tech said he could reach 8 lbs. if I went full term, but since I am not planning on that happening I'm still holding at 7 lbs 8 oz. She looked at my gall bladder and said there were no stones, so that's good. I didn't anticipate there would be, but at least she took the time to look. I saw a Dr. that I have never seen before. He was awkward. I hate that Dr.s are so awkward. I try to be light, bubbly, but I don't think they particularly care or notice. Oh well! He did check my cervix and it has thinned some but that's all so far. No update on my blood work so I assume that is a good thing. They would have definitely called if there was a negative change.
Next weeks appointments are Monday and Wednesday. Monday I will have an ultrasound and Wednesday a non-stress test. Continue to pray for a healthy baby and momma.
Today's appointment went well. I had an ultrasound to make sure Bradley was doing good in the womb. I guess he got tired of laying on his right side and decided to switch to his left. She didn't get a good look at his face. It was kinda squished since he is getting ready to make his approach. His cord blood flow was good and heartbeat. She measured his head, tummy, femur bone, etc. and he measured bigger than from my last ultrasound so he is continuing to grow; he's approx 6-6.8 lbs. The tech said he could reach 8 lbs. if I went full term, but since I am not planning on that happening I'm still holding at 7 lbs 8 oz. She looked at my gall bladder and said there were no stones, so that's good. I didn't anticipate there would be, but at least she took the time to look. I saw a Dr. that I have never seen before. He was awkward. I hate that Dr.s are so awkward. I try to be light, bubbly, but I don't think they particularly care or notice. Oh well! He did check my cervix and it has thinned some but that's all so far. No update on my blood work so I assume that is a good thing. They would have definitely called if there was a negative change.
Next weeks appointments are Monday and Wednesday. Monday I will have an ultrasound and Wednesday a non-stress test. Continue to pray for a healthy baby and momma.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Yahoo! Bryant is 2!
Finally, I made it to Bryant's class today with a yummy treat to celebrate his birthday. He was sick a few weeks back and we didn't get to celebrate as planned, but today was the day. He was so happy when I got there and excited for the treat I made. Cake balls! They didn't turn out like the picture in the magazine, but they tasted great. Sweet, sweet! Bryant ate 2 and a cupcake as we shared the celebration with Taylor, a little girl in his class that turns 2 next week.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Pregnancy Update
I heard from the Dr's office today. My blood work came back and confirmed that I have Cholestasis of Pregnancy, Jaundice of Pregnancy. I had to go to the Dr. today for a non-stress test and blood work.
A non-stress test is a simple, non-invasive test which involved attaching a belt to my abdomen to measure Bradley's heart rate and another belt to measure contractions. They monitored me for about 20 minutes and Bradley did great!!! His heart rate stayed within a normal range and he was very active.
As of right now they are not saying they need to move my induction date forward. As long as my liver function remains at an acceptable range they will not deliver early. However if there are changes in any of the blood levels they are looking at that would indicate harm to me or Bradley they will induce early.
No matter what I will be monitored on a weekly bases even after Bradley is born. In most cases this condition goes away after delivery, but if not, I would potentially need to have surgery to remove my gall bladder.
We saw a midwife today and we were able to get some of our questions answered. My treatment for right now is:
I will be going to the Dr every week, 2 times per week for monitoring. One visit for a non stress test and the other for an ultrasound. They will also continue to retest my blood to monitor everything they monitor for this condition. I will be taking a special medicine twice daily which will help regulate my liver and gall bladder function.
A non-stress test is a simple, non-invasive test which involved attaching a belt to my abdomen to measure Bradley's heart rate and another belt to measure contractions. They monitored me for about 20 minutes and Bradley did great!!! His heart rate stayed within a normal range and he was very active.
As of right now they are not saying they need to move my induction date forward. As long as my liver function remains at an acceptable range they will not deliver early. However if there are changes in any of the blood levels they are looking at that would indicate harm to me or Bradley they will induce early.
No matter what I will be monitored on a weekly bases even after Bradley is born. In most cases this condition goes away after delivery, but if not, I would potentially need to have surgery to remove my gall bladder.
We saw a midwife today and we were able to get some of our questions answered. My treatment for right now is:
I will be going to the Dr every week, 2 times per week for monitoring. One visit for a non stress test and the other for an ultrasound. They will also continue to retest my blood to monitor everything they monitor for this condition. I will be taking a special medicine twice daily which will help regulate my liver and gall bladder function.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Bryant's 2 Year Pictures
We had Bryant's 2 year pictures taken before his birthday party a couple of weeks ago. He did surprisingly well. I was so scared we didn't have any good ones because he just refused to look at the camera and smile. Page (photographer) worked her magic and I am very happy with his pictures.
Family, I am ready to print! So, if you would like for me to have any printed for you I just need to know what picture(s) you would like and in what size(s) -- no charge.
Bryant 1
Bryant 2
Bryant 3
Bryant 4
Bryant 5
Bryant 6
Bryant 7
Bryant 8
I even got "my heart" pictures! I was so happy!
Family, I am ready to print! So, if you would like for me to have any printed for you I just need to know what picture(s) you would like and in what size(s) -- no charge.
Bryant 1
Bryant 2
Bryant 3
Bryant 4
Bryant 5
Bryant 6
Bryant 7
Bryant 8
I even got "my heart" pictures! I was so happy!
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