Good thing I was so paranoid I got a bridge of antibiotics.
I am back in the hospital, after a night of bathtub screaming razor blade peeing. I was admitted as this time I was having contractions, to the tune of 1 every 3 minutes (which in labor speak means 'baby coming NOW'). I also had fluid leaking out of me, and the doctor thought it might be that my waters broke. It was very dicey for a short while, as the SBCU (special baby care unit, like the NICU) in my hospital is currently full, so it appeared I would be transported by ambulance to another hospital, where I would deliver the babies.
My waters haven't broken, luckily-my bladder is currently so badly infected I just randomly leak, so I am gusseted in enormous maxi pads and am extremely embarassed. I'm on a new and aggressive course of IV drugs treatment, and the good news is, this time the doctor offered me painkillers.
I am so grateful I would give him a kidney, although they're not worth much just now.
My contractions continue, anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes apart. It's apparently my uterus stressing out over the infection, and my body going through 'fake labor' can send me into real labor. The goal now is to get the contractions down and avoid labor while fighting the inection, which may or may not be in the kidney, too.
The babies are ok. They are uncooperative with heart monitoring but on the scans they look great. At 31 weeks as of tomorrow, though, it's still too early for them to be here.
As long as they keep me on drugs, I'm ok too-I hadn't slept in two days but I've been out for about 4 hours. It was sleep I desperately needed.
But I'm back in the hospital for a few days now.
I'm exhausted.
Angus is being fabulous.
-H.
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Oh no!! I'm so sorry you're back in the hospital. Scary. I am glad they're able to give you something for pain this time so you were able to get some rest.
I also hope this comment posts, as the main comment link is weird and goes nowhere. I am determined (and persistent!) and got a popup comment box by going to your monthly archive and clicking on the comment link at the bottom of this post. I wanted to add this in case others were wanting to leave comments and getting the same "you're lost" page I was.
I'm glad Angus is being wonderful, he seems like a great guy. I hope your stay in the hospital is short and hassle-free but helpful, the contractions stop, and the babies get to stay put for a few more weeks at least. Take care, continue to get as much rest as you can, and know that I'm sending all the healthy vibes your way that I can muster.
Posted by: Lisa at August 28, 2007 02:41 PM (e8V7B)
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I'm so sorry to hear that! At least it wasn't over the weekend (your timing is slipping!)
Rest easy and keep those lemonheads in as tight as you can.
All my love, and a big hug for A.
Posted by: caltechgirl at August 28, 2007 02:44 PM (/vgMZ)
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hope the kiddos stay put just a bit longer!
Posted by: becky at August 28, 2007 02:44 PM (jv5jW)
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Do take care. And keep updating whenever possible.
Posted by: Priya at August 28, 2007 02:47 PM (AMFd9)
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OMG! Sending healthy thoughts your way. Get better, SO glad Angus is there for you, sorry you are going through this, Helen.
{{{{hugs}}}}
Posted by: The other Amber at August 28, 2007 02:47 PM (zQE5D)
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Take care of yourself and continue to get lots of rest!
Posted by: Jessica at August 28, 2007 03:00 PM (ii/lW)
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Get well soon, sweetie!
Posted by: redsaid at August 28, 2007 03:04 PM (ycOyc)
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Oh nuts.
Tell those babies they need to bake a little longer yet. Besides, I am knitting as fast as I can.
Take care and hope they can keep it all in check. Sending good and healing thoughts your way babe.
Posted by: Teresa at August 28, 2007 03:08 PM (yawAL)
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Damn! The end of your pregnancy is sounding all too familiar to me.
Well, if nothing else, take heart in the fact that you're where you (and your precious ones) can be taken very good care of. (Screw grammar, you know what I mean!)
And a special blessing on Doctor Sleep Some! You certainly need your rest, love.
I'm sending all good vibes and love to you and Angus (and of course your wee ones).
Posted by: Margi at August 28, 2007 03:21 PM (yi2Y1)
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Fuuuuuuuck. Hang on to them tight, and feel better. I know exactly how terrified you are right now. *hugs* to both you and Angus.
Posted by: Sarah at August 28, 2007 03:55 PM (Axr/R)
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You just cant get a break can you! I am so sorry for you, keep on the pain meds and get your rest. I truly hope your feeling better soon.
Here's to the lemonheads thinking the world of you and never being shitty teens after all you have endured to get here.
Hang in there Helen, the end is near!!
Posted by: Christina at August 28, 2007 04:29 PM (FXxJ1)
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Glad for the update, but don't worry about anything other than your health.
Sending lots of PME (Positive Mental Energy) your way
Posted by: ~Easy at August 28, 2007 05:05 PM (OfRIX)
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Wow, your infections are almost as strong-willed as you and the L'heads. Almost, but not quite. You'll beat it with some help from chemicals.
By the way, I did get it about the name contest not being for the real names! Still, I felt weirdly stressed about the whole thing, like you're someone I hope to be in touch with for a long time so I hope the blognames are good ones that fit their little personalities!
Well, good luck getting yourself and the the passengers some uneventful rest.
Posted by: BeachGirl at August 28, 2007 05:07 PM (RgeoX)
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GAH! Cross your legs! (it is truthfully the only thing I can think of to keep babies in - not that I think the Docs don't have it under control)
Will be sending you, Lucy, Ricky, and Angus all of my best yogic namaste like energy.
Posted by: cursingmama at August 28, 2007 07:14 PM (PoQfr)
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You Go Helen!!!
How about Nell and Pete ??? (WEG)
As in Eskimo Nell and Mexican Pete...
NSFW
http://www.heretical.com/pubs/esknell.html
Ok so I am warped...
Posted by: LarryConley at August 28, 2007 07:25 PM (89HZ5)
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You just can't win with this pregnancy can you? I'm sorry you are going through this yet again. Feel better soon.
Posted by: donna at August 28, 2007 07:49 PM (Kco5r)
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Hang in there Lemonheads! Hope you get better soon and keep those babies healthy.
Posted by: KB at August 28, 2007 09:50 PM (B8D0A)
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I am sending my thoughts out to you. I really hope your infection clears up and you can carry on cooking those lemonheads for a few more weeks.
Posted by: Super Sarah at August 28, 2007 10:50 PM (WCDGg)
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Come on kiddos...stay cozy just a little longer. You can do it!!
And Helen, love...you are in my thoughts and prayers, as always. ((Hugs))
Posted by: Mia at August 28, 2007 11:44 PM (qfY45)
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Helen,
My thoughts and prayers and those of all of us here in my little section of the universe are with you and Angus and those beautiful little Lemonheads. Rest and heal Sweetie.
Posted by: Deb at August 29, 2007 12:40 AM (0lvli)
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Thinking of you petal. Love you you, Angus and the lovely Lemonheads.
abs x
Posted by: abs at August 29, 2007 07:38 AM (pejJ8)
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Hope the drugs start working for you soon. Get well!
Posted by: Elisa at August 29, 2007 08:55 AM (6/XCd)
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Get well soon, we need a few more weeks of "baking" time!!
Posted by: Julie at August 29, 2007 09:23 AM (M2qah)
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Just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you, I hope you feel better soon!
Posted by: justme at August 29, 2007 10:11 AM (VrkEX)
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A little late, but I'm thinking of you, and the lemon heads! Good luck with the new round of antibiotics.
Posted by: Angela at August 29, 2007 12:10 PM (DGWM7)
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Helen, I'm so sorry that you're suffering right now, but I'm glad that the Lemonheads are doing okay. Just get better soon. Rest as much as you can, even more than you think that you should. And keep on letting Angus take care of you. It's a task that I'm sure he loves.
Big hug at you.
Posted by: physics geek at August 29, 2007 12:51 PM (MT22W)
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Hang in there! I'm thinking of you!
Posted by: Lee at August 29, 2007 12:57 PM (lN4Rc)
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Take a good rest while you have the chance, Helen. I'm pulling for you and the babies, and it is good to know that Angus is fabulous!
Posted by: kenju at August 29, 2007 02:16 PM (TiGru)
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Holding good thoughts for you all... get rest while you can. At least you are where they can keep an eye on you and are giving you what you need. (Good job, Angus.)
Posted by: sue at August 29, 2007 02:34 PM (WbfZD)
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The first time I tried this it ate my comment, so here goes again - just wanted to let you know you're in our thoughts too.
Sending "baby stay put" vibes.
Posted by: April at August 29, 2007 03:41 PM (xEWJq)
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sorry things are tough...happy they finally decided to help you out with the pain though.
we're (well, I am anyway) all thinking about you!
Posted by: wn at August 29, 2007 05:21 PM (MlWdo)
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Get well quickly. Hugs to you, Angus, and the Lemonheads.
Posted by: selzach at August 30, 2007 12:11 PM (CtwjE)
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Worrying about you guys since there's been no update - hope it's all going ok.
Posted by: Tracy at August 30, 2007 03:08 PM (zv3bS)
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Thinking positive, hoping no news is good news. You and the Lemonheads are on my mind. Hoping you are getting rest and the babies are not beating you up too badly.
Posted by: Lisa at August 30, 2007 03:21 PM (e8V7B)
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I understand completely what you are going through right now as I had the exact same problem with one of my pregnancies - That kind of infection SUCKS bad when you are knocked up. Just rest alot and enjoy those pain killers lol. Hopefully Hamish and Fiona will put off putting in an appearance for a few weeks yet.
Posted by: Lostdawill at August 30, 2007 03:23 PM (r1n1Z)
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Here via Scoldy's.
I had my guy at 31 weeks after a 24-hr whirlwind of pre-ecclampsia. He was just over 3 lbs, and he was perfect, just small.
Anything over 32 weeks is, therefore, gravy on the cake. (Something like that.) I wish you well, and I wish the babies well, and I
know they will be well, even if they don't go to term. In fact, it would save you a bit of time lugging them around!
Posted by: magickitty at September 04, 2007 05:15 AM (n2hcT)
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