Thursday, December 4, 2008

Sort of a plan...

My numbers were up a tad at today's appointment, 18mm. That was good to hear. Indocin was able to keep my contractions at bay since starting it Monday night. I am sad to report I took my last pill yesterday at noon. I love that stuff because it works so well at stopping my contractions. But, it isn't good for the baby at this point so we had to part ways! My only "ammunition" at this point is 60mg of procardia daily and 25mg of terbutaline 6x/day. If things start to pick up in the next 2 weeks, my only other option is admission to Baptist and IV magnesium sulfate! Beyond 34 weeks, magnesium will be out of order. If procardia and terbutaline don't do the trick at that point, baby boy will just have to make his grand appearance!!

We hit a HUGE milestone by making it to 32 weeks and for that we are grateful. We would love for him to stay put as long as possible. That being said, I am hoping the current meds will be sufficient enough to buy us a little more time. I would love to make it to 34 weeks without having to use magnesium. Because I have already started to see an increase in contraction activity tonight, I am not sure that is possible. But, what do I know?? I am not in control of this situation for sure.

Yikes!!!! That is about all I can say right now! He could be here before we know it. I am just praying for a safe delivery and healthy baby boy whenever that time may be. For now, I will try my best to simply rest in Him and wait...

12 comments:

jaime s said...

Praying for you, baby boy and all the details. We know Who is in the details so we are eager to watch them unfold!

Shellie Salza said...

I am so excited for you!!! 32 WEEKS!! Hang in there!

Melissa said...

32 Weeks- that is amazing- you can do it! God will give you the strength you need! I continue to pray for you daily. Take care.

The Spann's said...

This is so exciting Danielle! I'm praying for you and baby Malone!

Ashley

stance. said...

We will not stop praying for you two and your little one. We love you guys!

Brandie said...

Praying baby boy makes it to 34 weeks, but if not, praying for a healthy baby no matter when he's delivered. Hang in there!

Dan and Rachel Williamson said...

You asked, and He got you this far. Just keep asking! You are such a trooper.

Anonymous said...

I cannot believe it is almost time! But, yes, we'll keep praying for as long as possible! This little guy is going to be such a miracle...and you and Blake absolutely deserve it! XOXOXO- Jill

Anonymous said...

I am so happy to think that your little boy is getting so much good time on the "inside"! You are still in our daily prayers.

Kristen said...

Sounds like a good plan! Still keeping you guys in our thoughts and prayers...

Anonymous said...

You have been an inspiration to me. I am praying for you, your baby and Blake continuously.
Jennifer

Veronica said...

I am so thrilled for you!! I get chills just seeing what God is doing in your life with that baby! He has brought you this far I know He will hold you in the palm of His hand every step of the way!! Love you friend!!