So I hit 20 weeks and so have the swelling and high blood pressure. I feel this feeling in my hands and legs that I had with Malia. Im having headaches ... although I have my whole pregnancy. I officially have pregnancy induced hypertension. This is so scary ... here we go again. But this time we have a little boy to worry about vs. what rock stars girls are when born early. I need to make it to 28 weeks - January 7th for this baby boy to have a chance. Premature boys have a much higher rate of death when born early. If I can make it to 28 weeks than the baby has a 90% chance of survival. But before that the odds drop off. One thing I read said that they think boys develop more slowly in the womb than girls ... so where Malia was at 27 weeks ... this baby most likely wont be as far along.
I officially am now resting for the remainder of the pregnancy ... no more nesting ... no baby stuff ... its life and death. If resting will help keep this boy in at all .. I am going to try it. So send your positivity and prayers our way! It is really too bad that my body rejects pregnancy so much ... I just want our son to be ok ... that's all I want.
Jen I'm so sorry. At least you have Morgan and Malia for support as well as other family and friends. Bedrest is the best thing for you and hopefully these next few weeks go by fast for you.
ReplyDeleteWhat do you need? We are right down the street and will help with anything. I'll text you later. We can bring you a meal next week.
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