embojet
Molly and Ethan's Mummy
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This has all been a bit of a blur as Molly was not due until 22nd March, so sorry if I ramble on a bit!
On 29th December I went for my 28 week antenatal check at the hospital and I had protein in my urine, and a high blood pressure if 160/105. Although I had absolutely no symptoms, the midwife said it was likely I had preeclampsia, and said I wouild need to be admitted on to the ward.
I was then monitored for a while by doctors and midwives who agreed that I had preeclampsia, they then needed to determine how severe it was. I was initially told that Molly would probably need to be delivered within 2-3 weeks, but they would try and leave her inside me for as long as possible.
I was tranferred to the Accute Observation Unit, where I was closely monitored. My blood pressure was taken every 15 mins, and bloods were taken twice a day. (Sleeping is difficult having to wake up every 15 mins, and they ran out of veins in my arms, and had to take blood from my feet - ouch!) I also had a growth scan every day, and regular CTG monitering.
Every day, my blood pressure and protein levels increased, despite medication to lower it, and the preeclampsia was starting to affect my kidneys and liver. Molly's movements were also starting to decrease.
At 2am on 5th January, I woke up surrounded by consultants and doctors. They said that I would need to have an emergency c section that day. I was taken in to theatre later that morning, and Molly was born at 11.40am at 29 weeks weighing 2lb 4oz.
The actual c section was a great experience. When Molly was taken over to the peadeatricians, my husband went over to see her, and turned round the wrong way and saw far too much of my insides! I have never seen him look so pale!
I got out of hospital on Saturday. I'm doing fine, and Molly is amazing. She is in the NICU, and is now breathing completely for herself. We did our first nappy change yesterday, and had my first cuddle today.
I love her so much, can't wait to take her home. My stupid computer won't let mr upload photos, but she is gorgeous.
On 29th December I went for my 28 week antenatal check at the hospital and I had protein in my urine, and a high blood pressure if 160/105. Although I had absolutely no symptoms, the midwife said it was likely I had preeclampsia, and said I wouild need to be admitted on to the ward.
I was then monitored for a while by doctors and midwives who agreed that I had preeclampsia, they then needed to determine how severe it was. I was initially told that Molly would probably need to be delivered within 2-3 weeks, but they would try and leave her inside me for as long as possible.
I was tranferred to the Accute Observation Unit, where I was closely monitored. My blood pressure was taken every 15 mins, and bloods were taken twice a day. (Sleeping is difficult having to wake up every 15 mins, and they ran out of veins in my arms, and had to take blood from my feet - ouch!) I also had a growth scan every day, and regular CTG monitering.
Every day, my blood pressure and protein levels increased, despite medication to lower it, and the preeclampsia was starting to affect my kidneys and liver. Molly's movements were also starting to decrease.
At 2am on 5th January, I woke up surrounded by consultants and doctors. They said that I would need to have an emergency c section that day. I was taken in to theatre later that morning, and Molly was born at 11.40am at 29 weeks weighing 2lb 4oz.
The actual c section was a great experience. When Molly was taken over to the peadeatricians, my husband went over to see her, and turned round the wrong way and saw far too much of my insides! I have never seen him look so pale!
I got out of hospital on Saturday. I'm doing fine, and Molly is amazing. She is in the NICU, and is now breathing completely for herself. We did our first nappy change yesterday, and had my first cuddle today.
I love her so much, can't wait to take her home. My stupid computer won't let mr upload photos, but she is gorgeous.
So glad you are and the baby are okay .
for you and your family x x
x
Molly sounds like a little trooper!! Can't wait to see photos.
