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[Grey Eyes]

Thanks ladies. Got to stay in over night as they can't do the scan until tomorrow & want to monitor me. They would usually do a ct scan but I've got to have a vq scan instead where they inject a radioactive solution into my blood, lovely!! Means I'm going to have to pump & dump at least 12 hours of milk as the solution will go into the milk. Not ideal but gotta be done & I'd rather have the scan for reassurance. Apparently only about 25% of cases like mine actually have a clot do hopefully I'll be ok. They've sorted out a cot so Xander can stay with me as well, was worried he wouldn't be able to as there's not a maternity unit here.

Nuts!for the radioactivity but what else can you do? I am glad you are sprting it out though and YAY!for getting a cot for Xander! Good thing you are able to feed Xander the formula when you have to and that he likes it ok...that way, yes, you can pump and dump for however long you need to. I know if I did something naughty during breastfeeding (like drink the whole pot of coffee ) I would do the baby a favor and dump that "batch" lol! Keep us updated hon, we worry about you!!

 

[Grey Eyes]

Strange, I went for my walk this morning, had coffee with saltine crackers (justa few). Then an hour later had shredded wheat in 2% milk for an early lunch then took another walk and my BS spiked to 118! Not sure why But I tested an half hour later and it had dropped to 96...I called my doc and left a message so am waiting to hear back just to see if that is within the normal range or if he'd be concerned about it...

 

[Grey Eyes]

K, well my doctor called back and told me he is not concerned about the brief spikes in glucose but rather about the lows as far as I am concerned....So he told me to eat more food more often and try to keep my glucose steady rather than letting it drop.

Sigh. I think he is a goof ball, because he tells me to cut back then increase. So I think I'm going to just watch my stuff myself and eat accordingly I do try to eat small and often but sometimes I forget

 

[SLCMommy]

Strange, I went for my walk this morning, had coffee with saltine crackers (justa few). Then an hour later had shredded wheat in 2% milk for an early lunch then took another walk and my BS spiked to 118! Not sure why But I tested an half hour later and it had dropped to 96...I called my doc and left a message so am waiting to hear back just to see if that is within the normal range or if he'd be concerned about it...

I wish I could eat like that, but I'm very gluten intolerant.

 

[SLCMommy]

Thanks ladies. Got to stay in over night as they can't do the scan until tomorrow & want to monitor me. They would usually do a ct scan but I've got to have a vq scan instead where they inject a radioactive solution into my blood, lovely!! Means I'm going to have to pump & dump at least 12 hours of milk as the solution will go into the milk. Not ideal but gotta be done & I'd rather have the scan for reassurance. Apparently only about 25% of cases like mine actually have a clot do hopefully I'll be ok. They've sorted out a cot so Xander can stay with me as well, was worried he wouldn't be able to as there's not a maternity unit here.

Holy cow, Laura! I am SO sorry you have to go through all of this!! I'm so sorry! Please keep us updated. And, you know what? If for some reason this effects your breast milk supply, do not feel guilty about using formula! I wish I was closer (well, actually, wish I wasn't across the world, lol) because I definitely would do anything I could to help you darling. Many hugs & many blessings!!

 

[SLCMommy]

AFM.... vomited a few times today. Feel like total crap. I ended up taking a really nice nap today because it was raining, and for some reason the sound of the rain hitting against my window calmed me (cause I felt so sick) enough to relax. It sent me to be so relaxed I ended up dozing off. I really, really love sleeping with rain tapping against the window.

 

[Grey Eyes]

AFM.... vomited a few times today. Feel like total crap. I ended up taking a really nice nap today because it was raining, and for some reason the sound of the rain hitting against my window calmed me (cause I felt so sick) enough to relax. It sent me to be so relaxed I ended up dozing off. I really, really love sleeping with rain tapping against the window.

I always rest better when it rains too! In fact I usually end up over-sleeping

 

[Grey Eyes]

Shradha- how are you this morning? It is night here so I assume you will be getting up for your day soon! Eat something today if you can, I always found the simpler the better, like cucumber slices, and they won't spike your BS...

 

[SLCMommy]

Shradha- how are you this morning? It is night here so I assume you will be getting up for your day soon! Eat something today if you can, I always found the simpler the better, like cucumber slices, and they won't spike your BS...

Mmmm!! I love cucumber slices!

 

[Grey Eyes]

Shradha- how are you this morning? It is night here so I assume you will be getting up for your day soon! Eat something today if you can, I always found the simpler the better, like cucumber slices, and they won't spike your BS...

Mmmm!! I love cucumber slices!

When I was prego with my first that is all I could eat for about 4 weeks!

 

[Grey Eyes]

Laura- it must be about 5:20 a.m. there, right? Hospital staff probably are in poking at you by now, I hope you and Xander got some good rest in! Try not to worry, just focus on getting better! GL with your testing today (today, right?)

 

[Grey Eyes]

Well, I think my bs must be normal I had chicken and green salad tonight for dinner, took a walk, and my bs was only 86. So that's good and normal- Phew!

 

[akshustobemom]

Hiee girls hw r u???

sorry went to attend my cousin's wedding.

had a g8 time and forgot to temp..my chart looks like a mess..will post it after few days.

Coy..hw r u??still doing lot of chores at home???busy???hw abt ur pretty girls??if possible post their pics too.

Shradha..g8 that u saw ur beanie will hear the heart beat soon..))

 

[lauraemily17]

Laura- it must be about 5:20 a.m. there, right? Hospital staff probably are in poking at you by now, I hope you and Xander got some good rest in! Try not to worry, just focus on getting better! GL with your testing today (today, right?)

Yep today. Can't wait to get out of here. It's very different to the maternity hospital. Xander is really unsettled as well. Took me until 1.30 to get him to sleep I got 3 hours & now awake & won't go back to sleep. He's doing the frantic booby on & off boob thing which I read means they are unsettled & over stimulated. Got an over friendly nurse who wants to hold him but he's always feeding when she comes in. I just know she'll come in when he I finally get him back to sleep & want a cuddle! I'm the youngest here by about 30 years (hospital specialises in heart probs so most people are elderly where i am!) so the staff don't tend to see babies making him a popular attraction it seems.

 

[Grey Eyes]

Laura- it must be about 5:20 a.m. there, right? Hospital staff probably are in poking at you by now, I hope you and Xander got some good rest in! Try not to worry, just focus on getting better! GL with your testing today (today, right?)

Yep today. Can't wait to get out of here. It's very different to the maternity hospital. Xander is really unsettled as well. Took me until 1.30 to get him to sleep I got 3 hours & now awake & won't go back to sleep. He's doing the frantic booby on & off boob thing which I read means they are unsettled & over stimulated. Got an over friendly nurse who wants to hold him but he's always feeding when she comes in. I just know she'll come in when he I finally get him back to sleep & want a cuddle! I'm the youngest here by about 30 years (hospital specialises in heart probs so most people are elderly where i am!) so the staff don't tend to see babies making him a popular attraction it seems.

Aw, you can't blame the staff! LOL! He's soooo cute and you are right- they don't often see babies in there! But they should respect your space and ask first before grabbing and cuddling. Let us know how your test goes

Did some testing of my own tonight. I decided to give my BS the ultimate test. I checked and it was 86 (been 86 for hours now! ).

Then I ate a HUGE bowl of vanilla ice cream. And tested after 20 minutes or so

It was only 96 so test was a success Better watch my "testing methods" lol or I'm gonna gain waaaay more than I want to!

Oh, I now know the bump is def growing! I have a moving freckle. Yep. It started out near my hip bone. A weeks or so ago it was just left of my belly button Tonight I had to search for it! I found iton the side of my tummy under my ribs! So trust me when I say your skin streeeeetttchhes! LOL!

 

[Steph32]

Oh geez Laura I hope you're ok... you have had your share of troubles, ever since the whole pre-e thing! I'm so sorry. Did they find out yet if it's a clot or an infection? What kind of infection would it be, something related to the placenta? And why are you higher risk of breast cancer in the postpartum period? Don't worry now about whether or not your body can handle another pregnancy, lets get you better and then go from there! We just want you and Xander home for good, enjoying your time together!

 

[SpudsMama]

I'm sorry you've been feeling so sick Ashley, I remember that feeling I'm glad you've been getting some good rest though

Laura, good luck with your scan today! Will you get the results before you're discharged? I hope you manage to get Xander feeling a little more settled soon xx

 

[shradha]

Shradha- how are you this morning? It is night here so I assume you will be getting up for your day soon! Eat something today if you can, I always found the simpler the better, like cucumber slices, and they won't spike your BS...

Yea....thank you so much for the tip...... Today again vomitted while brushing with hands used little baking powder..... Baby is very naughty....I am calling the doc....
You must eat well....you are lucky your BS is low...take care...

 

[shradha]

Laura- oh dear......how are you? What did the doctor say? Hope nothing to worry... praying that you will get well soon......

 

[shradha]

Ashley- I too was sleeping the whole day.....feeling sick...the weather here is so dull...it's raining since morning..... So wet..... Vomits making it worse.....