Well, I had an appointment yesterday 8/9/12, 22w1d, and on the upside the boys are doing well. However my cervix is shortening and I have been put on bed rest. I have a 50/50 percent chance of delivering right now. My cervix is 1.9cm which isn't horrible but it isn't good, if it goes down to 1.5cm I will probably have to be put in the hospital on bed rest. I go back on Tuesday for a re-check. We are scared. Everything besides the OHSS has been going very well. My doctor's want to keep the boys in there to at least 28 weeks (hopefully) (6 weeks from now- Sept. 19) at 28 weeks they have a 95% chance of survival and developmental issues decrease greatly. If they come earlier my doctor said most kids usually do fine, however its not a guarentee, and statistics aren't good. My best friend gets married tomorrow, unfortunately I will not be able to stand up or attend. She understands completely but it doesn't make it any easier.
Please say some extra prayers for us.
Oh no! I hope those babies decide they want to be in momma's belly for a while longer!!
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ReplyDeleteAs you know it's been such a long journey to get to where we are, and those of us who struggle with infertility, the journey doesn't end if you do get pregnant it just keeps going until they arrive safely.
R u still on home bed rest? And I hear ya ashley, it doesn't stop until the babies come home. But God is in control so just keep that in mind and I'm sure he'll take care of u and te babies. Will they let you attempt a natural childbirth?
ReplyDeleteYes I am still at home, my next cervical check is tomorrow...I'm a little nervous I hope things are stable or haven't changed much because I really want to stay at home on bed rest. Yes God is in control and I've been trusting completely in Him to take care of us. All I can do is what I'm told! Yes they will let me attempt a natural birth IF both babies are head down. However my OB told me to expect to have a c-section because with twins 60% result in a c-section and with me being very high risk for preterm labor that percentage increases even more. He said if I mentally prepare for a c-section and it turns out I can have a natural delivery then GREAT. I'm really hoping for a natural delivery, everyone thinks I'm nuts but I truly believe that's what our bodies were designed for, however I just want my boys safe so what ever I need to do to ensure that, I will.
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