Friday, August 19, 2011

Holy Shit...

... There is a car seat installed in MY car

Since being released from the hospital last week, I have been feeling mostly ok. Yes, the headaches are still in full effect, but I'm taking Ty.lenol every 4-6 hours and adding a codeine tablet at night. It helps. My anxiety is more under control in terms of being alone. I'm comfortable with that, except for taking showers and sleeping. Luckily it hasn't been a problem.

The problem I'm having is with my blood pressure. Its on a steady incline, with variable highs both at home and at OB. Yesterday it was 150/88 and that was after sitting and resting and knowing that the NST and BPP ultrasound were both great. I was really afraid that I would be readmitted. Thankfully this wasn't the case.

I'm to go back tomorrow for PIH blood work and to pick up a container for a 24hr urine collection (to be done Sunday/Monday) and then return to the OB on Monday morning to decide which day of THAT week we are going to deliver!

Yup, next week I will be a mom. I will finally meet Little Miss IT and I am thrilled and scared to death. A's in shock. Although we knew the possibility that she would be coming early, now that its a reality its pretty overwhelming. We are prepared - materialistically and emotionally. I think we both (especially me) are in denial that an actual baby is coming home to live with US.  We are both just so happy that I will be 37w on Sunday and LMI will be considered full term.  Holy shit!

-R.
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18 comments:

  1. PieAugust 19, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Love it! Getting real, isn't it? You've done a great job baking her up, and she is ready to meet you too. It's getting exciting!!!

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  2. Dr. BlondieAugust 19, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    Best wishes for next week! Can't wait to hear the news!

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  3. bibcAugust 19, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    omg im crying for you

    this is all ive ever wanted for you and i know you too...i am wishing for the perfect delivery and a wonderful life with no more IF stress here on out.
    i know easier said than done.
    xoxox
    lis

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  4. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Delurking to say congratulations!!! I've been following your story for a while and I'm so excited for you and A! Can't wait to hear all about it. Yay!!!

    -Rebecca

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  5. Bobi AKA StaceyAugust 19, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    So wonderful! And scary.

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  6. MyTwoLinesAugust 19, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Um, yeah, get READY because once she's here it will never be the same, not a single second! Wishing you a healthy, happy dream fulfilling delivery!!!

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  7. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Woo-hoo! Almost there...

    T

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  8. celiaAugust 19, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    I would recommend going to a car seat check to make sure it is installed and used properly. It seems like you have fought long and hard to bring a baby home (which hooooray!) If you look on car-seat.org I am sure you can find a tech who will look it over and teach you how to properly use the seat. It is nothing against your parenting skills, just a safety measure.

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  9. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    OOOHHHHHH soooooo excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  10. bibcAugust 19, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    apparently someone is trolling google reader for people who post ab car seats!!
    whatever im sure you will take every precaution to keep your little miss safe, and nobody who knows your story would think otherwise.
    xoxo
    lis

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  11. CassieAugust 19, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    I am beyond excited for you! I'm also bummed because I'll be away from my computer next week (don't know if we'll be able to "borrow" a signal at the house we are renting), so I'll be behind on things. Just know that I will be thinking about you and will be in touch as soon as I get back. This is it girl! It's go time.

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  12. cdgAugust 19, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    beyond excited for you!!! This is so very exciting and I very glad that you both made those few extra weeks. Rest up this week. Here you go!! Can't wait for you.

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  13. AnonymousAugust 20, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    So thrilled for you... I've been following your blog since the early days of your pregnancy- you're almost there!!! Good luck, can't wait to hear good news
    Amy x

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  14. SieraAugust 20, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    You've got the Holy Shit factor down pat! Threee cheers for your impending motherhood!

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  15. RoccieAugust 20, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    B.a.n.a.n.a.s.

    I swear the goose bumps are going to tear a hole in the sleeves of my jammies.

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  16. Brave IVF GirlAugust 21, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    so exciting! I'm just thrilled for you.

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  17. LindsayAugust 22, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    I've been reading your posts but haven't had a chance to comment... just so happy for you and excited for you next week! In both my pregnancies I couldn't believe it either... it was soo surreal that I was really really having a baby!! Enjoy every moment. Will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers for a safe and healthy delivery! Can't wait to hear your good news!! Hope you post pics!!

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  18. Auntie EmAugust 22, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Sooooo excited for you and A! Can't wait for you to meet LMI this week!!!

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