Got back from my doctor's appointment, and even though my BP was 146/88, he wasn't too concerned at this point. I brought him up to date on my symptoms, and everything seemed "normal."
We did another nonstress test today, and again, the first time he wasn't happy with the results because the baby's strip was basically a straight line. I guess that means "nonreactive." However, after drinking a box of juice, the baby became more active, and the doctor seemed much more reassured with the results. Guess I should drink juice immediately before the next test. He is going to do them each week.
I come back on Friday morning to do an ultrasound (yay!) to make sure the baby is still growing as she should. It has already been a month since the last one, can you believe it? Also, I have to bring in my 4th 24-hour urine collection to be analyzed for preeclampsia.
I can't believe I've been on bedrest for a month. It has been a miserable month. I just know that it has to end soon. I mean, she can't stay in there forever! But for now, unless something happens between now and Friday's appointment, I feel comfortable feeling like we are going to hit that magical 34-week mark. And that is a great, great thing.
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Yeah, I remember weekly NSTs and Peyton was sleepy every time we went in. My BP was high because I was stressed with Katrina dancing circles around me during them. You are doing a great job though and it's great you're getting another US too.
Good job resting, Mommy!!! I am glad that things seem good for now and I hope they continue that way for another couple of weeks. :)
I always thought NST's were misnamed.... they always stressed me out! :)
You are doing awesome! I know that bedrest is REALLY hard but you are doing what is best for you and for that beautiful baby!!!
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