BED REST

ok- so I never thought those dirty words would be part of this pregnancy. I mean really, I have 4 other children to chase after. It just wouldn't jive, you know. That is exactly why I was particularly astonished to hear that come out of my perinatologist's mouth this past monday afternoon. I had a followup visit for decreased fluid and thinning cervix. What they found was extremely decreased fluid, just one little pocket that could be measured. I squeaked just above the number that puts women in the hospital, (thank goodness). So we are making it work. That is, my whole extended family has really come through this week. Tom has become Mr Mom. My mother has been completely amazing spending everyday doing what she does best, reorganzing every room in my house. To say the least it is a bit embarrassing and hard to watch her scurry around and do what I should be doing, but I am coming out of it with something I really would never be able to do. Make sense of every last item in my house in an organized manner. That and juggling which of the children are still around the house has been a huge feet and extremely appreciated. My mother in law has been awesome as well picking up the kids individually and even making some overnights out of it. I have been getting meals and help from friends and family and it just really puts in perspective what an amazing support system of great people I am blessed with. Thanks to all of you.

This coming Monday I will have another sono to measure fluid. I am not sure what they will be the outcome but am hoping my fluid goes way up and I can get up as well for the rest of this pregnancy. I am nearing 35 weeks on Monday, so getting closer to the "safe" zone for delivery.