Yesterday, I mentioned that I was experiencing a lot of discomfort this time around. I recognized the fact that as long as the baby is healthy, that is the most important thing. Well, today I had those words thrust in my face.
I woke up feeling icky this morning. After being up for a couple of hours, I started getting cramps that reminded my a lot of the cramps that I had when I first went into labor with Charlie. I decided to lay down for about thirty minutes and drink plenty of water to see if they would subside. They did, and I got up feeling very relieved. But as soon as I was up and moving again, the cramps came back. I was terrified. I called Nick for confirmation that I should be worried (I am the type of person who needs to be told to call the doctor). He told me to call, and I left a message for the nurse. I then called my mom to see if she could come over to watch Charlie in case I needed to be checked out by a doctor.
While I waited for the call back from the nurse, I figured they would tell me to get off of my feet and take it easy. That is was nothing to worry about and not to panic. When the nurse called back and sounded very concerned and told me that I should definitely come in, that is when the panic set in. I took a quick shower before heading down to Northside Hospital (the only place they had a doctor who was still working on a Friday afternoon). During my shower my mind raced with all of the possibilities - Something is wrong with the baby; I am in pre-term labor; My placenta is detaching. The list went on and on.
After a long drive and an eternity of a wait at the office, I was quickly checked and told not to worry. The midwife said that it sounded like I was dehydrated and to drink lots of water (which I do, by the way). I should have been relieved, right? Oddly I am still shaken up. How quickly things can change. Yesterday I was test driving names for this little baby, and today I was scared to death that something might be seriously wrong with him. I'll tell you what - Motherhood is not for the faint of heart!!!
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I am SO glad everything is okay. I understand your fears - and it's made so much worse when it seems like you have so little control. You take it easy, and never hesitate to let me know if there is ever anything I can do to help, whether it's bring you dinner or watch Charlie for a little while. Take care!
Oh my gosh! I'm so glad things are okay. Take care of yourself!!
I am glad everything is okay! I know how scared you were! I had to go to the hospital 2 times during my pregnancy and those are nights I'll NEVER forget!!!
Again, I'm so happy all was well!!! I'll continue praying for your family at that new little one!!
I am incredibly happy to hear everything is okay. Take it easy and let me know if I can do anything for you:)
Oh my goodness, I started tearing up when I first starting reading afraid that you were about to share painful news. I am SOO relieved for you that everything is ok!! I had the same dehydrated/cramping scare when I was pregnant with Riley. It's amazing how a little lack of water can throw your body into a tailspin!
How are you feeling now? Love you and it was great seeing you and the family on saturday
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