As of Tuesday, the doctors decided it was necessary for me to be on bed rest...
We went in Tuesday morning for a growth ultrasound and the (now routine) check up. The ultrasound was good - the baby is doing very well, she is healthy and all the measurements show her right in the middle, the 49th percentile, for growth. They estimated her weight to be 2 lbs. 11 oz. She's definitely active and moving around more these days. However, the doctor said I've begun dilating and with the cervix shortening and funnelling open from the inside it adds more risk of preterm labor and ruptured membranes. So, down I go. I tried to wrap up everything at work as quickly as possible and get home to serve out my sentence. Luckily, I have a great companion to keep me company during the day - that would be Ruby :)
So far I haven't gone too crazy. I have quite a few books and there's always daytime TV (ok, so I've avoided the hideous daytime TV thus far, but maybe I'll tune in to A Baby Story...or some other women's channel I'll never get Dan to watch!)
I'm sure I'll be checking back in soon... to keep everyone posted and maybe add a belly shot for kicks. :)
and now, the rest of the story
4 years ago
2 comments:
Michelle!
Yikes - bed rest! let us know when we can come entertain you - or if you would like a meal. Hang in there - we are so glad to hear that baby M. is doing so well - hang in there mama to be!
jo
Bed rest? Ugh!! If there is anything we can do to help get your ducks in a row before Baby Modz arrives, let me know. Otherwise, be careful to avoid developing carpel tunnel from too much channel surfing. :-) Keep baking, Baby!!!
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