Friday, November 20, 2009

Along for the Ride

I was reminded that it has been over 2 weeks since I posted an update of the Fertilized Household. Hold on to your hats - We've been Busy ...

Ok where to begin:

Weekly NST/OB Appointments: I have been going for 3-4 weeks now. I am HOPING that I had my last OB/NST appointment Tues. I was 3 cm dilated last friday and Tues, I was almost 5.5cm. I have been having Contractions every 40-55 mins apart until yesterday. They were 18-22 mins apart for about 2.5 hours. I called the Dr's office and they told me to wait until they were 10-15 mins apart. Told me to give it about 1-2 more hours, then head in. So hubs called into work, and I went for a walk to speed the process along. Half way through my walk, The Contractions just stopped. Completely. FRUSTRATING ......... Today = a few contractions here and there but nothing worthy of timing. If I do not go on my own before teh 24th, I have to be induced on the 25th( day before Thanksgiving here) Bleh, Bleh and more Bleh. We have a ton of Family coming for Thanksgiving and I would like to spend it with them and not in a Hospital. Thanksgiving is my most favorite holiday. BUT if that is what it takes to get a healthy baby here, So be it.

OK Now Let's Back up to Friday night - MT got a 100.something fever after his bath so I gave him a lil motrin, I checked on him around 1am, and the Fever had gotten to 102.something ... It was no t time for motrin so I waited til it was then gave him more. He woke up at 5am and his fever was 103 something .... I decided to put him in a bath and try to see what that would do .... At 6:45am, I called his ped's office and they told me to do things I had already tried. And if I wanted to, I could go to our Ped ER, But it did not open until 11am. I could just take him to the hospital ER. By that time, he had already fallen asleep in my lap so I tried to wait it out. He woke up around 9 and his fever was over 104.7 and still rising, I freaking out. Called his Dr and headed to the Ped ER to be first in line.

Of course, Everything looked ok, Nose, ears throat, Except his Skin. He was having a terrible flair up (happens right before he gets sick usually) We discussed the seasonal/h1n1 flu scenario and left with ointments for his eczema and tam.iflu..... They said he had possible Flu .. and on the safe side. We treated it. He has been off the meds for 2 days now. Today we went back for a follow up and all seems to be great (even his skin) ....

So now, we are all just waiting and anticipating the Armadillo's Arrival. If you could, I would LOVE good thoughts/vibes/prayers/etc that this Lil one Comes Before the 25th! I have once again been a bad reading/supporting blogger - and once I get it all together - you will see Comments from me again!!

20 comments:

HereWeGoAJen said...

Come on, Armadillo!

Adriane said...

Great update - I was certain you'd had Armadillo by now. Sending good vibes your way - hope you get to meet him soon!! So glad MT is feeling better. 104.7 - yikes!

Barb said...

sending some your way!

Amanda said...

Come on Armadillo! Give your Mom a break and get your butt outta there! Wait...Mom doesn't get a break after that...well...you know what I mean!

Apologies for not being the worlds best commentor? Come on woman! You've had a little on your hands (read a ton of sarcasm into that). You're still amazing!

I'm glad A is doing better!!

Nicky said...

Holy cow, I can't believe you're having a baby this week! Glad MT is better. Best of luck!

Caro said...

Thinking of you and hoping for an armadillo before the 25th

K said...

Lots of before the 25th vibes coming your way!!!

Anonymous said...

I am hoping and praying armadillo is here LONG before the 25th and can celebrate his first Thanksgiving at home. ((hugs))

Jendeis said...

Hoping that Armadillo comes soon. Hope that MT feels better soon!

Unknown said...

Glad MT is better! Can't wait to see that baby boy when he gets here!

Beth Kyle said...

Hoping to see Armadillo soon!

Katie said...

Sending good thoughts/vibes/prayers/etc for everyone.

Hugs.

Courtney said...

Come on little Armadillo! We are all waiting to see your first pictures!!! Hang in there Farah. You are definitely in the home stretch now. :)o

Photogrl said...

I'm glad to hear MT is doing better...that had to be scary!!

Come on, Armadillo, Mommy's ready!

JJ said...

Lets go little Armadillo! We cant wait to meet you=)

Alex said...

Sending good vibes for a healthy and safe delivery. Sounds like one way of another you'll have a lot to be Thankful for this year :)

Jill Tice said...

Ummmm hello, I am the winner of the bad blogger award. I have had zero interest since my Dad died and I don't see my interest changing at this minute. :o)

I cannot believe you are almost to the end of this journey and I am happy MT is doing better!

Kate @ Ex Libris said...

I'll be thinking about you!!

hope548 said...

Good luck. I hope it all starts (started) back up again and that all goes smoothly and you get to spend Thanksgiving at home with all of your family!

kimbosue said...

Happy Thankgsiving Armadillo! Bring it!