I've decided if i wasn't on maternity leave already, this would be one stressful time. We've had 3 doctors appointments this week and have 3 already on the books for next week. I can not imagine trying to get a sub for so many days. Or trying to work these appointments for after school. So, I'm thankful for these days off for allowing me the freedom to attend all these appointments.
People are so sweet and kind. They have been courteous and checking on us constantly. I got the sweetest card today and it just melted my heart.
I have noticed that my mid-section is growing at an alarming rate these days. A sweet lady at church asked me if I was having twins. I was not offended but I have seen my sweet Ruthie on the screens enough to know there is only one. So, I told her nope.. just the one. She, then, looking at my belly, says "Are you sure???" Still not offended, I did let her know that we've seen this girl and she's the only one in there. But my growing tummy is definitely larger in the last couple of weeks. I haven't been gaining a ton of weight... just moving it around mostly. We went to the doctor on Monday and found that Ruthie has way more than the average fluid around her. She's swimming in an ocean and that's why my belly is a little more swollen than the average 29 weeker. It is uncomfortable. I feel like someone has a water balloon in my belly and is slowly increasing the pressure. They told me they could drain it but that would mean another giant needle which also carries a tiny risk of premature labor. But, the extra fluid also carries a risk of premature labor. SO, for now, I'm toughing it out until I can't bare it. I may end up having the procedure done to reduce the fluid at one of my many appointments next week.
Other than the excess fluid, Ruthie is still stable. The solid mass is still growing but she seems to be handling the extra pressure okay. We are currently in a holding pattern. We'll be playing it week by week to see whether or not we need to induce. As the mass grows, it will hinder her but we want her to get as big as she can until we get her into the world. We are hoping to get past 34 weeks. But we'll have to wait and see.
Thank you to everyone for your prayers and support. Keep em' coming. We love you!
Holding Pattern
I've decided if i wasn't on maternity leave already, this would be one stressful time. We've had 3 doctors appointments this week and have 3 already on the books for next week. I can not imagine trying to get a sub for so many days. Or trying to work these appointments for after school. So, I'm thankful for these days off for allowing me the freedom to attend all these appointments.
People are so sweet and kind. They have been courteous and checking on us constantly. I got the sweetest card today and it just melted my heart.
I have noticed that my mid-section is growing at an alarming rate these days. A sweet lady at church asked me if I was having twins. I was not offended but I have seen my sweet Ruthie on the screens enough to know there is only one. So, I told her nope.. just the one. She, then, looking at my belly, says "Are you sure???" Still not offended, I did let her know that we've seen this girl and she's the only one in there. But my growing tummy is definitely larger in the last couple of weeks. I haven't been gaining a ton of weight... just moving it around mostly. We went to the doctor on Monday and found that Ruthie has way more than the average fluid around her. She's swimming in an ocean and that's why my belly is a little more swollen than the average 29 weeker. It is uncomfortable. I feel like someone has a water balloon in my belly and is slowly increasing the pressure. They told me they could drain it but that would mean another giant needle which also carries a tiny risk of premature labor. But, the extra fluid also carries a risk of premature labor. SO, for now, I'm toughing it out until I can't bare it. I may end up having the procedure done to reduce the fluid at one of my many appointments next week.
Other than the excess fluid, Ruthie is still stable. The solid mass is still growing but she seems to be handling the extra pressure okay. We are currently in a holding pattern. We'll be playing it week by week to see whether or not we need to induce. As the mass grows, it will hinder her but we want her to get as big as she can until we get her into the world. We are hoping to get past 34 weeks. But we'll have to wait and see.
Thank you to everyone for your prayers and support. Keep em' coming. We love you!
People are so sweet and kind. They have been courteous and checking on us constantly. I got the sweetest card today and it just melted my heart.
I have noticed that my mid-section is growing at an alarming rate these days. A sweet lady at church asked me if I was having twins. I was not offended but I have seen my sweet Ruthie on the screens enough to know there is only one. So, I told her nope.. just the one. She, then, looking at my belly, says "Are you sure???" Still not offended, I did let her know that we've seen this girl and she's the only one in there. But my growing tummy is definitely larger in the last couple of weeks. I haven't been gaining a ton of weight... just moving it around mostly. We went to the doctor on Monday and found that Ruthie has way more than the average fluid around her. She's swimming in an ocean and that's why my belly is a little more swollen than the average 29 weeker. It is uncomfortable. I feel like someone has a water balloon in my belly and is slowly increasing the pressure. They told me they could drain it but that would mean another giant needle which also carries a tiny risk of premature labor. But, the extra fluid also carries a risk of premature labor. SO, for now, I'm toughing it out until I can't bare it. I may end up having the procedure done to reduce the fluid at one of my many appointments next week.
Other than the excess fluid, Ruthie is still stable. The solid mass is still growing but she seems to be handling the extra pressure okay. We are currently in a holding pattern. We'll be playing it week by week to see whether or not we need to induce. As the mass grows, it will hinder her but we want her to get as big as she can until we get her into the world. We are hoping to get past 34 weeks. But we'll have to wait and see.
Thank you to everyone for your prayers and support. Keep em' coming. We love you!