Today we went to the doctor, I am 30 wks and 3days pregnant. Our appt started out fine, The babies heart sounds great, his head and femur measured at about the 30th percentile. Still slightly below average but he's healthy. Then our doctor decided to measure his stomach because he said it looked a little on the small side and sure enough it was -2 compared to his body size. I didn't quite understand what this means so we had the doctor explain further.
Basically (and he said this is more common with IVF babies but there is no reason or cause for this). His stomach isn't growing as it should. Its pretty small therefor he can't eat as much. He's getting nutrients just not as much as he could be so he's growing slowly. The doctor said that this problem will not get better while he's in the womb and that it can either stay stabalized and the same or get worse. If it gets worse then they will consider taking him early because if his stomach starts to shrink and he's not getting nutrients and they can't fix the problem it would be worse for him to stay in then to come out.
I called my mom the minute we left the doctor, she helped me to feel a little bit better but no matter what I'm so worried. Then I got to work and my boss new something was wrong and I burst into tears and he starts asking me whats going on. I explained it to him and its like it all hit me. I'm only 30 weeks pregnant. I know its not happening right now but I really wanted my son to be healthy and ready and strong when he comes out and its looking like that may not happen. I have been praying extra lots today and will keep praying that he keeps growing and that this stomach problem stays the same and doesn't get any worse so that he can stay in and keep growing gradually for the next atleast month and a half. He weighs 3 lbs right now. He won't gain as fast as he should but every week he's in there he will gain as long as his stomach doesn't start shrinking.
Please help us pray for our baby boy. I'm so worried about him but trying to be positive because I know that the stress and worry isn't good for him or I either. I know prayer is what will help us through this so please pray for our Son.
I appreciate it girls. And I will update as soon as they tell me more. They want us to wait 2 weeks before checking him again to see what happens in that period of time but after that we go 1-2 times a week depending on if its getting any worse. So we will know more in two weeks.
Friday, July 24, 2009
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I will pray lots!
maddyforeman@yahoo.com
i'm praying for you sweet girl. God will get y ou through it, no matter what. ♥
I have faith that you and your precious baby boy will be okay. My son had the same problems and his started to shrink at 28 weeks. We made it to 36, and is ended up coming out weighing 3.11, have hope. My son was fine after he got out, but at my 36 week appointment I begged for them to take him. After everything was said and done, my ob said she was glad she listened. I just wanted to share what had happen to me and I will keep you in our prayers.
Lil' Cooper will be in my prayers. Hoping that the situation does not get worse. We are here for you hun.
I'm so sorry you have to deal with this!!! I will be praying for both you, your hubby and of course, Baby Cooper! I wish I had something to make all this worry and stress go away, but know that all of us are rooting for you!!!
Love you!
~Michelle
Sending as many prayers as I can your way. Keep your chin up, the power of prayer can do amazing things.
I will be praying for you and Cooper. I hope his little stomach decides to grow and he can stay in there as long as he needs to. Try to think positive, it's the best thing you can do right now.
I am praying for you and for sweet little cooper. I know how hard it is to be pregnant and want to make sure you little one is perfectly safe, but God will get you through this girl.. prayers to you all!!
We will so be saying lots of prayers for your sweet Cooper!!! God will bring you and Cooper through this and in no time you will be holding your perfect healthy baby boy!I know its so hard to think that now but God has come so far for you and will continue to do so!
Keep Positive thoughts and we will be thinking about baby Cooper and your family! I know you will worry and we are here for you!
Saying lots and lots of prayers for your sweet family and precious baby boy...he already has such a loving momma and that alone I know, will keep him healthy :)
Sending some bloggy hugs your way...
Sending lots of prayers your way! To let you know, whenever I was pregnant with Charli Beth I was suppose to go to a specialist because of her abdomen being small also. I had other problems that caused her to come before we made it to that doctor, everything turned out perfect with her though. I know that God will get you through this time and your baby boy too. Keep your head up and know that you're an amazing Mother!
Sending lots of prayers your way. I pray specifically that our Heavenly Father, the Great Physician, will provide wisdom and guidance to your team of medical specialists caring for Cooper in utero and that God may lay his hands on your heart and mind, relieving you of this anxiety.
I know that this is a trying time for you. You're in that home stretch...hang on Cooper, just a few more weeks!
Valerie
Praying for you and Cooper! It is tough to have faith sometimes, but we are all here praying for you and God has great plans for you and your family! {hugs!}
Praying for Cooper!
I will be saying lots and lots of prayers for your sweet baby boy! Keep the faith that everything will work out!
I was a nervous wreck when I heard the news ... Uh! Motorcycles:(
Well as far as little Cooper goes, it is very natural for you to be worried as a mother. God makes us that way.... And the same God that creates us to love our children before they are born, is the same God that is taking care of your son. He may turn out to be completely healthy and you will have worried for nothing, but if he still has problems with his stomach... God will pull u through that! He gave u a miracle child, after all:) and he will never give you more than u can handle.
Keeping you in my prayers.
oh honey, im sorry are dealing with this worry. im sure everything will be fine with sweet coop. he has been a fighter since day 1 and will continue to be one.
im sure the next two weeks will be nerve wracking, but you can get through it. even IF he had to arrive early, he would be just fine.
ENJOY your shower this weekend. i cant wait to see pics with tons of BLUE!
Sending lots of prayers up for Mr. Cooper and mommy (as well as daddy). It can be a scary time if you let it but rest assured that everything will be just fine. I know that this sounds awful of me to say, but there really could be a lot worse. God is watching over this little guy and will make sure that he is Fearfully and Wonderfully made! He's going to be perfect!!
thoughts and prayers going your way!
Just remember, you are far along now, 30 weeks is early but it isn't when you look at it from the other side. He will be fine!!!
We will definitely be praying for Baby Cooper! And you too...that God will give you peace during this time. And patience...I know it's going to be hard to wait these two weeks. praying, praying praying...
I'll be praying for you and little Cooper. hang in there. xo
Oh my gosh!! I am praying for you and Cooper!!!!!
Praying for baby Cooper. Keep the faith sweetheart, he will be fine!!!
Mama Tina
(Tiffany's MIL) (Our Slow Journey to Parenthood)
You don't know me...I came across your page through a friend's page. I'm always interested to read about other Mommies as I am a new mom myself. I read your post and my heart goes out to you. I went through something similar with my pregnancy (although not the same as your situation). I was told my child would have a great risk for having Downs Syndrome due to his large nuchal fold reading. I can just feel the pain you are feeling and just rely on prayer. It got me through it & my son was born healthy with no problems. I will be praying for you and I wish you all the best for the rest of your pregnancy.
Sincerely,
Megan Stevens
I am praying for you and sweet Cooper. I am so sorry, and I know you are worried. Please continue to take the best care of your self, eat right, rest when you can, and try as hard as you can to not be too stressed.(Easier said that done, I know) You have to be strong for that little man in your tummy :) Have faith and know that prayer is powerful! I will continue to pray for you and your family each night! Take Care!
And his room looks wonderful, coming together perfectly! :)
Cooper is on my mind and in my prayers! I am so sorry you are having to go through this but I have faith everything will be fine. God is in control! Take care of yourself.
I loved seeing the pictures in your last post; love your blog.
(((HUG)))
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