Nothing seems to be easy for me, however, and though we are excited for this news, it comes with trepidation. I've known now for a few weeks that we are pregnant (I'm approximately 7 1/2 weeks at the moment). Last week I experienced sharp, intense pain and called the doctor because I hurt so badly. They got me in right away to make sure that I wasn't having a tubal pregnancy. They gave me an ultrasound which showed the baby in my uterus... which is good. The ultrasound also showed that I have a funky, freak of nature-like uterus... which is not good.
I have what is called a bicornuate uterus. This means my uterus is heart shaped. The ultrasound showed that I had a cyst (bleeding into itself) in the left half which was causing my pain. I learned at this visit that with this condition (which apparently I was born with) can mean that I have a much higher chance of miscarriage. If I carry the baby to term I will most likely deliver early. There is not the "normal" room for the baby to grow in this situation and it will most likely be breech, which will mean a c-section. Of course, things could also go perfectly well; only time and close monitoring will tell. I am currently scheduled to see the OB every week for an ultrasound (I've already had 2). Once I hit 16 weeks, they will send me to see a high-risk pregnancy doctor in Eugene. This doctor will work with my OB in town and together they will determine what is best for my high-risk pregnancy/delivery.
At the moment there is nothing I can do to increase my chances of keeping the baby. I am to live life as I normally would. At my ultrasound on Monday night, the midwife said things looked great. The baby's heart rate was good and she said everything was developing normally. Next week I will get some 3D and 4D ultrasounds as they want a very detailed look at how things are growing.
I will most certainly post updates as I receive them, and yes, this is why I was feeling so down last week.
6 comments:
Congratulations! I'm sorry that the baby news isn't more positive, but I'm glad your freak-of-nature uterus was discovered early so your pregnancy can be closely monitored from the beginning. As much as I try to stay away from it, modern medicine is amazing and I am glad it is there for things like this. We're praying for you, and your little bean. Keep me posted. Luv you!
WOO-HOOOO!! I'm so excited for you. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers!
I am so excited for you two!!!
I'm sorry that you have to deal with scary news in the midst of exhilirating news. Stay positive and remember, everything happens for a reason.
Congratulations!!! Sorry that it isn't going to be an easy road for you, hang in there and take good care of yourself. I will keep you in my prayers.
Congrats from us, too. I must say I had my suspicions about pregnancy. I'm sorry about the freak of nature thing. Let us know if there is anything we can do.
Congratulations, we are so happy for you!
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