Just a little update on how things are going today. The contractions were continuing still this morning when I woke up. All day yesterday I was on strict bed rest but it didn't seem to cease the contractions any. I gave up timing them too. But this morning they seemed to be getting too close together (1-2 minutes apart). After slowly walking Aubrey to the bus, I called my doctor's office again. They told me to get in and they would work me into their schedule. Once getting there and in the exam room, the doctor walked in and wanted to do a
Fetal fibronectin test that would be sent to the lab and would tell us if I would be going into labor within the next 2 weeks or not. It's 99% effective if it comes out negative and only 50% effective if it turns out positive with 15% of that 50% still making it to full term. If it's positive, she said they would treat me at that point. Not too sure what that entails other than medication and bed rest but will find out more before the end of the day. The doctor also confirmed that even with all of these nuisance contractions, that they are NOT starting active labor and I'm still closed and high. Very good to know. I'm worried but not stressing myself out with what's going on. Don't see the point in that really. But I admit I am a little worried. But then again, what mother wouldn't be? I have faith everything will be okay or work out the way it's supposed to be. Baby is still moving and getting hiccups and heartbeat is great so that's a relief!! More news to follow once I hear from the doctor.
Onto some more happier news, I wanted to wish my sister a HAPPY BIRTHDAY today!! Lots of love to you sis! xoxo Hope you have a great one :)
{My sister and nephew - July 2008}
