A lot happened yesterday, so here is a very quick update. Office exam yesterday showed that I'm 1cm dilated, 80% effaced, and contracting (even though I didn't realize it). More news:
1. BP was 165/85 - so automatic admittance to hospital for blood work and 24 urine collection - still being monitored
2. Had a scan of my legs for Deep Vein Thrombosis - everything A-OK (was a concern because one calf was bigger than the other)
3. Had an ultrasound of Mia - bad news - she is breech still (I knew it even though the doctors disagreed!) - worse news - doctor noticed amniotic bands (amniotic band syndrome) - can cause disfigurement and other bad things - but u/s technology not good enough to tell any further details of when the tear in the membrane occurred and what damage we could already be looking at. Big chance that the condition can only get worse the longer she is inside and growing bigger. This condition rules out the doctors trying to turn the breech baby over.
4. Specialist strongly recommends immediate C-section - doctor agrees. Told them I wasn't ready last night, but after doing some research and talking with my doula, we feel it is the safest thing to do right now. So it looks like I'm having a baby today.
Doc thinks Mia will be fine as most 36 weekers do well (especially girls). I hope the amniotic bands haven't caused her any trouble - will have to wait to see (scary, but trying not to think about it too much).
So I'll update you as soon as I can. I have been grieving a bit over not having the option of a natural vaginal birth - but it looks like I don't have much choice - and Mia's health is most important.
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Michelle - Im thinking of you!
I just wanted you to know a lot of people are praying for you and your family and that your not alone. Prayers and positive thoughts being sent your way.
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