Since I've received so many e-mails & calls wondering why I was absent from the blog for over a month, I thought I'd let you all in on my story. Sorry I haven't responded earlier, but I haven't been able to sit at the computer!
Basically, this list will sum it up--
***Starting at 34 1/2 weeks, overwhelming, persistent lightheadedness that leads to nausea & falls
***Complete inability to sit or stand up for more than about 90 seconds
***Flat in bed for 4 1/2 weeks watching dumb TV or sleeping because I can't even read
***Dozens of blood tests & exams- no diagnosis
***1 hours-long admit to OB triage
***1 2-day inpatient admit to consult with a neurologist, ENT, & perinatologist
***2 infections needing antibiotics
***1 amniocentesis at 37 1/2 weeks- results: baby not mature
***Boys living in Thatcher with grandparents for 2 1/2 weeks
***Shipping Emma off twice at a moment's notice because Mommy was in the hospital
***All told, 8 days spent at the hospital in the last 5 weeks
***1 depressed Mommy
***1 very helpful, yet tired Daddy
***FINALLY, at 39 weeks, an admit to induce labor & get this kiddo here!
It's been quite the roller coaster. I actually answered the phone one night & spoke with a member of the ward who told me that I needed a "better excuse" for missing church. Say what? I'm still not sure if he was kidding or not.
But, it's all over & this is my reward. 
I felt 1,000 times better just the morning after he was born. Now that I am better, I want to go run a marathon, but probably shouldn't. So I'll settle for just snuggling on the couch with my little prince.
I felt 1,000 times better just the morning after he was born. Now that I am better, I want to go run a marathon, but probably shouldn't. So I'll settle for just snuggling on the couch with my little prince.At home Thursday night on the way to the hospital for induction.
(I think that might've been my first real smile in weeks.)
Oh, and did I mention that Andy actually DELIVERED this kiddo! The Dr just told him what to do & he did it all by himself! It was amazing to watch my husband hand me my son for the first time.
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So, that's the story. I'm finally better & am having to restrain myself from running to the store & going to mutual. Now that I feel great, I have to remind myself that the baby is here & HE'S the one that has to stay home now. So just a little more house arrest & then I'll be back in the land of the living for real.
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At least now I can read a book instead of rotting my brain watching TV!
11 comments:
I am glad to hear that you are doing well now! I didn't know you were out of commission for a while so I am glad to know that you are all right! And such a cute little boy!
Oh, come on. I know you miss your programs ;) That is so cool that Andy delivered the baby! My friend's husband got to do that too. I'm not sure what Greg would think about that, but I think it would be neat. I'm glad you're feeling great now. I can't wait to see him in person!
So glad that things are well at home! And both of you are healthy. What a month I can't even imagine.
Not like this is the most important thing about this post but you look SMASHING! No way were you 39 weeks in that picture. I'm jealous!
That is quite the story!! I'm sorry you were feeling awful. I only felt is was okay to give you a hard time about not blogging in your last post because I saw a comment that you had made on Cheryl's blog about being on bed rest. That's when I knew something serious was up.
You little James sure is an angel boy!! I can't get enough of him. Such a sweet little face.
What I liked best was the DRAMATIC change in your voice! You sound better even on the phone. Happy day to enjoy a new baby and I'm sure that his siblings are eating him up!
Congrats to you and your family! I didn't get a chance to comment on your previous post, and kept thinking, "wait, I just saw her and she wasn't that close!". I'm so glad you made it through this difficult challenge and that you're feeling so much better. Hopefully you'll be able to get out and about soon!
Kris, so glad to hear you are feeling much better that is wonderful news!
Andy, We want to wish you a very Happy Birthday. Hope you have a wonderful day. Love ya, Tam, Dave and Addysen. Hugs.
Wow,I had no idea until I talked with mom. So glad to hear James is here. He's a real cutie and I am happy to hear that your doing much better and can enjoy loving on your new little guy.
Holy cow Kris! So glad that everything is okay and that you have a sweet, healthy little boy. I really hope you will continue to feel better and better!
HOLY CRAP!!!!!!!!!! You went through the ringer!!! So glad he's here though. Beautiful baby you got there Kris! Can I have him? hahahaha Congrats to your now family of 6! Love you girl!!!!!
Wow! I'm glad he's here safe and sound. And my goodness, you do not look 39 weeks pregnant! That's me at like 29 weeks. Hope you're feeling well and getting some sleep. He is adorable!
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