17 Jun 2011 14 Comments
Placenta Previa Bleeding Episode
Last Sunday was nothing out of the ordinary. We took our weekly pregnancy picture, went out to run some errands and stayed home for the rest of the evening.
After reading a couple Thomas the Train books to Jordan, we both fell asleep. I woke up around 10:00 pm because I needed to use the bathroom and as soon as I sat down the toilet, I heard a pop and felt a gush. I remember saying “please don’t be blood” while I was reaching for the toilet paper but there it was, bright red blood. It was so scary to say the least. Per my OB’s instructions about what to do in this situation, Michael just grabbed our bag and went straight to the hospital.
I was admitted and monitored. My OB came and ordered steroid injections to help mature the baby’s lungs. I am only 33 weeks so we were very nervous. I was literally shaking and started crying because I thought I might have an emergency c-section. Thankfully, the bleeding slowed and stopped. However at 2:00 in the morning, I had another bleed and it was a lot more. I was leaking like a faucet and I was starting to have contractions. I was given a shot to stop the contractions and thankfully, the bleeding slowed down and stopped again.
It has been 5 days and I’m still in the hospital. They have kept me here as I continued to have a little bit of spotting and contractions but never had another big bleed. My OB just informed me that I’ll be stuck here until I deliver unless there’s no bleeding or spotting at all within 48 hours straight. And even if they send me home, I would need to be on complete bed rest, only getting up to use the bathroom.
Even though I know that with placenta previa, I could bleed anytime, I was still disappointed. I thought I could make it to my scheduled c-section without any incidents. However, I am so thankful they didn’t have to deliver our Small Fry #2 so early and I am just hoping that we can make it another 4 weeks. I feel so blessed to have an amazing husband who’s always by my side trying to comfort me and make me calm. Michael and I are also very lucky to have my parents here so we don’t have to worry about Jordan because we know that he’s well taken care of.
Jun 20, 2011 @ 18:23:35
I’ll be praying for you & your baby! Bake a little longer, small fry #2!! <3 I had an emergency c-section with my lil man, so I know how nerve wracking it can be with things are so crazy!
Jun 20, 2011 @ 19:57:08
Thank you Alisha! It’s so nice to know that people are thinking & praying for me & my little one :)
Jun 19, 2011 @ 07:43:18
Praying for you, Joy! I feel for you… pregnancy complications are so stressful. But like you reassured me, everything is going to be just fine. Just listen to your doctors, take it easy, and trust in Him.
Jun 19, 2011 @ 18:49:10
Thank you Sara! Even though it’s so disappointing that I have to be hospitalized, I know that it is the safest place for me & baby to be right now. I just leave everything up to Him and I know that everything will be all right.
Btw, congratulations again and I’m so happy that you and Nico are healthy. Praise God that Nico didn’t need any NICU care despite of being born early! :)
Jun 18, 2011 @ 21:57:36
Joy,
How scary that that happened. I’m glad you and baby are okay, and that you’re at the hospital now…you’re in good hands. Just rest and relax, and know that if baby decides to come out soon, things should be fine…neonatal care is so advanced and amazing. God bless you, baby, and your family. We’ll be praying for you both. Love you, Leni
Jun 19, 2011 @ 18:50:45
Thanks Leni! Yeah, I just leave everything up to God for I know that he will always take good care of me and baby. Looking forward to another family get together later this summer! :)
Jun 18, 2011 @ 19:57:52
Oh no! Praying for the safety of you and the baby! Another week down is good and being in the hospital may be boring but at least you will have immediate, necessary care. And I know so many healthy, happy premie babies, if it comes to that. :-)
Jun 19, 2011 @ 18:52:14
Thanks Mama Hoot! I’m 34 weeks today and I’m really glad. Hoping that the next 4 weeks will be uneventful ;)
Jun 18, 2011 @ 04:41:04
Oh, no! I really can’t imagine! Thank goodness they didn’t have to deliver baby! I will be thinking of you. I hope you and that baby continue to stay safe!
On the upside, I do LOVE that Bumb photo you snagged. Such a wonderful family photo!
Jun 18, 2011 @ 07:51:44
Thank you Cerise! I’ll try and write updates on the blog ;)
Jun 17, 2011 @ 18:21:59
We have been keeping your family in our prayers, Joy! I can’t even begin to imagine what you guys are going through. Take it easy and rest well knowing that you are being lifted up in prayer. God bless you all! Much love!
Jun 17, 2011 @ 18:32:45
Thanks Cy! I know you’ve been keeping us in your prayers and I’m really grateful for that.
Jun 17, 2011 @ 14:03:15
Oh my goodness how scary, so glad that he/she stayed in. I will be praying for you and baby!!
Jun 17, 2011 @ 14:11:54
Thanks Sarah! I hope you’re having a smooth & healthy pregnancy with Lucy especially after that stressful week of your ultrasound. Btw, I can’t wait to see how the dresser would look like after you guys paint it in pink! :)