Today I met with my OB and went over the ultrasound from last week and had an internal done to see if I had made any progress. As expected I am completely closed and not effaced at all. We were a little hesitant about doing an induction without me making any progress, but after going over the ultrasound it is obvious that Eli's growth is really starting to slow down. All of his measurements are in the less than tenth percentile, some lower than three, he is to the point where it is considered Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR). As much as we want to wait until 39 weeks to do anything, we are afraid that he may not survive that long. After talking to my OB and Jon it looks like we have decided to induce when I reach term (37 weeks) which will be next Friday or Saturday, I will be calling in tomorrow to schedule the time. I was expecting this, but nothing can totally prepare me. This is going to be a stressful week for me, but I feel a little better knowing when it is going to happen. I'm so scared, but I know that he will be beautiful and well worth going through all of this.
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- I have such an amazing family, I am so blessed. My husband Jon and I have a beautiful daughter named Dylan who is constantly making us smile. We also have a son, Elijah, who has changed our world and touched our hearts. Even though he is an angel now, we will always embrace and celebrate his life.
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14 comments:
I'm so sorry. You are all in my thoughts.
praying for you and Eli, Laura. You are such an inspiration!
You are in my thoughts and prayers Laura.
Much love to you and your family! Enjoy these last couple weeks being pregnant, and I am praying that your little Eli will go home with you
I stumbled across your blog last week and you have been on my mind non-stop since. I simply can not imagine the pain that you are going through. I really don't know what to say other than that you are a brave woman and I am in awe of you. I am certain that Eli is going to be just gorgeous and I can't wait to see photos of him. I pray that you will have an easy delivery and that it is a peaceful experience for you all.
I am always thinking of you! Obviously I am far away, but will do anything you need or would like help with.
I will continue to think about you and your family...Eli is such a lucky little man to have such an incredible mommy!
Good luck and strength to you for Eli's arrival. I hope you get the home moments you crave.
You trully are an inspiration and Eli is very blessed to have you as his Muma
Praying for you and your family. I pray God give you the strength you need to welcome sweet Eli to the world. You have been in my thoughts and prayers. You are such a strong and inspirational mother. Hope God give you the peace you seek in the next few weeks.
God bless
Good luck to your family! God bless.
You have been and will continue to be in my prayers. May God grant you the strength to get through this. If you need anything, please let me know.
So worth it is right! Prayers continue.
HUGE HUGS from afar!
I am still praying for you and Eli every night. I am hoping for the best for you and your family. Stay as strong as you possibly can. I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. *BIG HUG*
Just wanted to let you know there are many strangers out here sending up prayers for you and your family. God give you strength.
I came upon your blog while hanging out on The Bump. I am just at a total loss for words but wanted to say something to you. You are SO brave and beautiful for doing this. I just cannot imagine what you must be going through. No idea. But my thoughts are with you more than they have ever been with anyone - friend or stranger alike. Please know that there are so many of us out here who know your story and are sending you big hugs!
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