Today we went back to cincy for our weekly checkup. There were several areas that I was praying for outside of our usual prayer for healing of Judah. One, that my fluid levels stay between the normal range (8-25). Two, that Judah's growth isn't so rapid that they make me take my 3rd glucose test. Three, that we wouldn't be scheduled for an induction before Easter.
For those of you wondering what I mean by "fluid levels" I mean the amniotic fluid surrounding Judah... a month ago we were told mine was to high and if it didn't decrease then my induction date could be set for 4/2 (37 weeks). They recommended a diabetic diet based on Judah's size and my high fluid levels. Well, I did of course what most people do and went home and googled "high amniotic fluid" and I freaked myself out. I was so overwhelmed and to be honest and emotional wreck about it. So I started my new diet and I'm not gonna lie it has been a massive challenge! The positive, as most of you know is that I've only gained 1 pound in 35 days. So back to the story, 3 weeks ago my fluid levels were at 27. Then 2 weeks ago my fluid levels were at 27.8 then last week my fluid levels were down to 22 (They want it between 8-25)! Obviously I was excited to hear that it had dropped since this was a huge concern for me! Today my fluid levels were up a bit at 25.5 and as long as it doesn't keep going up then my induction date will most likely be after 4/9 :D Excessive fluid can bring extra complications so please be praying that mine stay within the normal range! We don't need any extra "complications".
Judah weighed in today at 5lbs 6oz which means that even though he is still "big" for his age he isn't gaining weight at the same pace! This is really great! We want him to be a good size but his weight today made it so they didn't make me retest for gestational diabetes and also they said he looked good in size which is a first. He is doing everything he is suppose to be doing and as far as he is concerned he doesn't have a problem in the world... he's just perfect.
We met a new Doctor today who we absolutely loved! Please pray that he is the delivering doctor! He was so kind and humble and introduced himself as "Jim"- thats a rarity... He's the first one that didn't put the "Doctor" in front of his name.
As of right now everything looks good and we are hopefully planning for an induction after Easter. The Doctors did mention that with higher fluid I could end up going into labor before and if I do I need to call the head nurse as soon as we were on our way because there are so many specialists that will need to be called in for his delivery and if I felt like I can't make the drive to go to my local hospital and have them transport me to Cincy... it all seems so dramatic! She also mentioned that there might be some concern for me to have a vaginal delivery but I'm praying she is wrong. We did ask the head Doctor in Cardiology at Children's and he said that it would be fine but I'm not sure if that changed since he had to talk to his colleagues about Judah's case. I really do desire to have a vaginal delivery and it would make my recovery quicker. If (God forbid) I had to have a c-section it would be even longer that I would be away from Judah if God doesn't heal him. With vaginal delivery I would be able to see him (where ever he may be) within a couple hours.
Please pray for me as I put together somewhat of a birth plan. It's been an emotional roller coaster and the thought of not being able to see Judah for hours after delivery is seriously breaking my heart. I know many parents out there have gone through similar situations and they made it through just fine but I can only experience my life and walk in my own shoes so forgive me if I don't necessarily feel "comforted" by your stories. They are encouraging but in that moment I will not be thinking of you and your story... I'll be thinking about my baby and how badly I want to hold him or even just see him.
Again believing for God to intervene and show His glory. I know many people who have no faith in God and think I'm crazy for believing in Him for this kind of miracle but I KNOW my God is ABLE. I've seen the power of God in my own life and the lives of my loved ones. If God doesn't heal Judah that doesn't make Him less powerful or less mighty it just means there is purpose beyond our scope of understanding. I trust God with all I am and all I have... I know He provides the strength, provision and grace to endure any trail. There is no one like Him. Proud to be His and honored to call Him mine.
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