Monday, March 8, 2010

Laying low

I went in for my appointment today, and when they took my vitals and my systolic BP was over 140 and I had gained 30lbs in the past 2 & 1/2 weeks (I swear my eating habits haven't changed!!!). So, I went in to see the Dr. and he took one look at my massive cankles and sent me to the lab on my way up to L&D for an evaluation.

My labs weren't terribly out of the ordinary, but I have pitting edema (the kind of swelling that stays indented) up to my knees, my hands and stomach are also retaining fluid, and one of the spot checks in my UA was slightly positive, so I was sent home to collect a 24 hr urine sample and to be on STRICT bed rest. My BP did lower slightly into the 120s-130s while up in L&D, so I'm allowed out of bed to collect my urine and shower while at home.

The good thing is that I will be going in Sunday afternoon for them to check me out and see if I'm ready to be induced. With all the extra fluid I'm retaining, my Dr. doesn't want to wait too much longer. So, hopefully the boys will make their debut sometime Sunday or Monday. Until then I'll be chillin in my room with Koa at my side.

9 comments:

Jen said...

That's a little scary. Sorry you've been confined to bed-prison. Hopefully you at least have a laptop to keep you entertained...? (If not, that seriously should have been a baby shower gift or something.)

Missy said...

I am first!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am so excited for you and so glad it is YOU! LOL

Jillene said...

I know how you feel!! Strict bed rest sucks--bad. I had toxemia with all 3 pregnancies and had strict bed rest with all of them. First one was a month, second one was 2 months and 3rd one was 2 weeks (because I was far enough in my Dr's opinion, to deliver). I hope that it only lasts until Sunday. Can't wait to see those boys!! Good luck!!

Erin said...

Ugh! Pitting edema sounds awful. Take it easy until Sunday, and hopefully you will have some great news for us very soon!

Kristina P. said...

Oh, you take care of yourself!!

Wendyburd1 said...

Yes please take good care of yourself and your boys!! I bet you are so anxious to meet them and dress them in their camo onesies!!LOL!

STILLMAGNOLIA said...

You take care sweetie. Rest...and just relax....relaxation will be a thing of the past once the little guys get here.

Jessica G. said...

Hooray for babies coming soon but not so good for the bedrest and uncomfortable stuff. Sending happy baby thoughts your way!

Grandma Arnold said...

I love you and continue to pray about your situation. I send hope for a safe labor and delivery/C-Section: whatever is needed!!!