Had my 35wk appt. & NST today. Afrer the NST she said, "Baby looks beautiful" so that's a relief. Had GBS done today & I'm glad that's done and over with. She did a cervix check and said I was closed, which honestly pissed me off because that means all this pain and discomfort is strictly caused by baby and nothing else. She increased my meds for my GD, again, because my fasting numbers suck. She also said it looks like a RCS may be my best bet. She's the third Dr in the office to tell me this and they aren't really "pro c-section". So, looks like that's the route I'm probably going to have to take and that means baby girl will be here in 3 weeks (HOLY SHIT).
I'm happy with the NST but disappointed with everything else...but at least baby girl is healthy in there and that's what matters! I have an appointment on Friday for another NST and then an ultrasound next week...fun fun.
Post by sapphyre0702 on May 19, 2015 10:22:00 GMT -5
Had my 37 week appt. GBS negative, baby estimated to be 7lbs 6oz so they re estimating around 8lbs - 8.5lbs at birth. We passed our NST and I am 70% effaced and 2cm dilated, so the Dr. said I may not make it to my June 1 induction date. Baby's heartbeat was great and my fluid levels were great. Now I just have to tackle a host of to do items in case he comes early!
Post by sugarkissed on May 19, 2015 12:09:42 GMT -5
Had my weekly checkup today. All was good and I'm 1 cm dilated... which might not sound like much but it's more than my body ever got to on its own last time, so it's worth celebrating in my books.
She did a cervix check and said I was closed, which honestly pissed me off because that means all this pain and discomfort is strictly caused by baby and nothing else.
I told the nurse yesterday that really, I only want a cervical check if it's going to show anything. I don't want to know that I'm not effaced or dilated. That way I can pretend all the cramping and nausea is productive.
She did a cervix check and said I was closed, which honestly pissed me off because that means all this pain and discomfort is strictly caused by baby and nothing else.
I told the nurse yesterday that really, I only want a cervical check if it's going to show anything. I don't want to know that I'm not effaced or dilated. That way I can pretend all the cramping and nausea is productive.
Well since its about 95% certain I'll need a RCS I see no point in having them anymore & I'm going to tell them that. No point in it so why do it?
37 week appointment today at 1:00. Since they found sugar in my urine during my past 2 appointments, I was extra careful about what I ate. They never seemed concerned before based on what I had eaten for breakfast before coming (donuts one week, cereal the next) so they told me to either not eat or lots of protein. I had a brunch about 11:00 of scrambled eggs mixed with cheese and ham. No extra sugar in my sample today; yay! And I am GBS negative this time, unlike last time, so that was a small victory.
Had my first internal exam. Doctor said I'm still closed and softening. No actual numbers on effacement or position. Ultrasound check and baby boy is still head down. Scheduled appointment for next week.
Was able to go without my daughter since my husband unexpectedly decided to work from home today so that was a nice treat. My daughter cried her eyes out though that she couldn't come with me.
Some of these updates freak me out just because I haven't had an ultrasound to check anything other than position at 19 weeks. I have no idea how much fluid I have...if it's too high or low. It scares me a bit when other people aren't allowed to go past a certain point because of factors that I just don't know anything about. I know most moms wish they didn't need all these follow ups and extra precautions, but it freaks me out thinking myself and the doctors pretty much don't know anything about stuff inside at this point, like weight and fluids and that sort of thing. If I'm being rude for saying this, I 100% apologize and mean absolutely no offense to anyone having issues now.
I just got back from my 37 week check up and position check ultrasound. I have wonderful news: Baby is HEAD DOWN! This is huge because last week she was breech and I was looking at a scheduled c section. My doctor decided to do one last ultrasound before scheduling. I thought I felt a huge flip and tumble a couple of nights ago. Baby girl is wedged and loaded in there.
Everything else looked great, but my BP was high and heart rate was elevated- they had to take it three times. The final number was 119/90, but my doctor is attributing the high bottom number to anxiety/ stress. Just something to watch. I was definitely nervous and stressed before going in today. GBS negative!
I told the nurse yesterday that really, I only want a cervical check if it's going to show anything. I don't want to know that I'm not effaced or dilated. That way I can pretend all the cramping and nausea is productive.
Well since its about 95% certain I'll need a RCS I see no point in having them anymore & I'm going to tell them that. No point in it so why do it?
I just had my 38 week appointment. Baby is at -2 station, I'm 2cm dilated, and 20% effaced. This is all so funny to me because I was 1cm dilated after my water broke and I was admitted to the hospital with DD. So basically, these stats mean very little. It's still good to know that the pain I've been having is actually productive.
Oh, the bad news is I'm GBS positive and allergic to penicillin, but it looks like they'll be able to give me something else for it. Not super excited about that part.
Just had my 33 week appointment and it felt absolutely useless. I saw the NP, who couldn't answer hardly any of my questions about when they'll check baby's positioning or anything else for that matter. All I was told is that I've gained weight (which I knew) and my fundal height is 32 cm.
Some of these updates freak me out just because I haven't had an ultrasound to check anything other than position at 19 weeks. I have no idea how much fluid I have...if it's too high or low. It scares me a bit when other people aren't allowed to go past a certain point because of factors that I just don't know anything about. I know most moms wish they didn't need all these follow ups and extra precautions, but it freaks me out thinking myself and the doctors pretty much don't know anything about stuff inside at this point, like weight and fluids and that sort of thing. If I'm being rude for saying this, I 100% apologize and mean absolutely no offense to anyone having issues now.
There would be other signs that would have them perform an ultrasound if you had fluid issues. Too little fluid usually results in decreased movement.
The amount of fluid can also affect the way you're measuring (too big/too small). So chances are if you're measuring on track or a little ahead/behind your fluid levels are probably okay. If they seem way off, your provider will order that extra testing.
Post by apollo11235 on May 19, 2015 16:47:14 GMT -5
I'm sorry to all the ladies who had rough appointments. FX that things go smoothly, and that you feel better @jimbobcooter
I had my 37 week appointment today. All was pretty boring - BP and fundal height on track, weight up again, heart rate was 150. BUT, I also found out I'm GBS negative! Yay! I had a feeling I'd be positive, so that was really good to hear.
Some of these updates freak me out just because I haven't had an ultrasound to check anything other than position at 19 weeks. I have no idea how much fluid I have...if it's too high or low. It scares me a bit when other people aren't allowed to go past a certain point because of factors that I just don't know anything about. I know most moms wish they didn't need all these follow ups and extra precautions, but it freaks me out thinking myself and the doctors pretty much don't know anything about stuff inside at this point, like weight and fluids and that sort of thing. If I'm being rude for saying this, I 100% apologize and mean absolutely no offense to anyone having issues now.
There would be other signs that would have them perform an ultrasound if you had fluid issues. Too little fluid usually results in decreased movement.
The amount of fluid can also affect the way you're measuring (too big/too small). So chances are if you're measuring on track or a little ahead/behind your fluid levels are probably okay. If they seem way off, your provider will order that extra testing.
Post by sordidvolition on May 19, 2015 20:03:15 GMT -5
Everything looked fantastic at my appt...except that baby is still breech. We scheduled a tentative date for c section which I am majorly butthurt about. Ultrasound next week and we will attempt a version a week after that so fx something works.
Post by lunalovegood on May 19, 2015 20:11:54 GMT -5
Had my 37/38ish week appointment today. Everything looks good, baby is head down, I'm 4, almost 5cm and 70% effaced. My doctor said I could go at any time, or I could walk around for a couple more weeks like this. Been having regular, non painful contractions so it is good to know that they are doing something.
I had my last appointment today (38 weeks) before I go in for my rcs next Thursday. Everything is looking good and baby is in whatever position they feel like at the time. lol. Yesterday i could feel the bum on my left side and I think the shoulders on my right side.
I've been getting steady BH today but of course they stopped while in my appointment.
Next Tuesday I go in for blood work for my c-section and then it's go time.
Had our 35 week appt today. Had to do the GBS test- which I was not a fan of, but everything looks great. I'm measuring exactly 35 weeks, BP was great (122/64), LOs HB was 149.,, spoo pretty boring appt. Except!! I ran into one of my good friends and her DH at the OB office- she hasn't announced anything yet, but they're expecting! So exciting!
I hope that things turn around for you ladies who were disappointed with your appts this week. Sounds like we are going to have a bunch of babies really soon! Good luck to everyone!!! @jimbobcooter- I hope you feel better soon! Bronchitis sucks!
Doc sent me to L&d tonight after protein in urine, blood pressure high and lots of swelling. Thankfully no pre-e. Having lots of contractions and am now 2cm. Just have to keep track and see doc Friday. So happy I get to go home.
Post by wegrowsheep on May 19, 2015 22:15:33 GMT -5
38+1 weeks, boring appt today. Still at 1cm, which is fine. I only measured at 2cm before labor with my last 2 kids, so no biggie. Baby is head down, and engaged. Gained a little weight, maybe a pound? I have a short torso, so my appetite is not stellar. Nothing much going on, except my lower back hurts all the time.
Everything looked fantastic at my appt...except that baby is still breech. We scheduled a tentative date for c section which I am majorly butthurt about. Ultrasound next week and we will attempt a version a week after that so fx something works.
I don't know how true it is, but I know a nurse who says that some ridiculously high number (like 90%) of versions are successful. I hope you're one of the majority!!!
Doc sent me to L&d tonight after protein in urine, blood pressure high and lots of swelling. Thankfully no pre-e. Having lots of contractions and am now 2cm. Just have to keep track and see doc Friday. So happy I get to go home.
Please monitor yourself carefully! I hope things stay good but you might not be out of the woods yet
nicolec78, hope you can rest and take it easy now! Definitely keep a close eye on things.
I had a quick check-in yesterday, but have a BPP and a full appointment tomorrow. Not looking forward to the GBS test, especially because the MW in-office tomorrow is one I haven't met yet. Hi! Please swab my butthole! It's so nice to meet you! Gag.
At any rate, MW had me tested for a UTI just in case, since I've had a little cramping and a low grade fever a few nights. Apparently you don't need to have the utter burnination and peeing daggers feeling that usually come with a UTI. I've been schooled.
MW really took time to help me chill out a bit about these last few weeks. They are watching me like a hawk because of the PIH, strong family history of pre-e (I was born at 35 weeks after my mom went into kidney failure from pre-e), and my low PAPP-A. She reiterated that this bun will not be a 42-weeker, and depending on how my NSTs and BPPs go, they'd consider inducing me as early as 39 weeks if my body doesn't initiate labor on its own. We are literally going a week at a time to decide how we proceed. It's nerve wracking, but I feel like the MW team is really "on my side," if that makes sense. MW yesterday also really listened to my concerns about lack of dignity, etc. when you have to go through something as potentially invasive as induction.
I am still hoping to make it to the 39 week point, but I'm only one week from early term - so I am counting my blessings! Never thought I'd make it this far.
I know a few of us mamas are having/potentially having inductions. Would it be too SS-y to start a check-in about it? I'm still majorly freaked out about the possibility of induction...I mean, just the thought of a "cervical catheter" makes me wanna curl into a ball and hide. Would love to share others' Zen on the matter haha.
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