30w4d - Hospital Observation

Matheson started at Primrose this week, so all my appointments have been made on those days, so that Nick can attend doctor appointments with me.

Sure enough, my blood pressure was high and I needed to go to the hospital's Maternal Fetal Monitoring center to have blood work, urine analysis and serial BP checks done. We were there for about 2 hours and my BP was normal; however, the protein in my urine jumped from 290 two weeks prior to 380. This is very high. Dr Kelly had me also do a 24hr urine collection that same day. I do not have those results yet.

Pre-eclampsia has returned. If my BP gets higher, I can be put on BP medication again and my OB stated she can watch the protein in my urine to a point. However, if my liver enzymes elevate, she will have no choice, but to induce me early. Best case scenario, we are still hoping to make it to 37 weeks, but if not, 32-34 is the best option for Elle.

I am on a week by week basis as of right now. It becomes a delicate balance of keeping me safe and letting baby girl develop more before delivery.

30 Week Maternity Photos

29w4d - The return of Pre-eclampsia and Job loss

Today as been a rough day.

Yesterday, my blood results showed that I have high amounts of protein in my urine. 290 when it needs to be below 200. I love that I can email my OB directly and get a response from her. She stated I needed to be prepared in case of hospitalization. I will be monitored weekly with blood work, ultrasound, the whole workup.

My BP is also starting to go up and I have had several high readings the last few days. I am terrified of an emergency c-section. I am terrified of my baby being in the NICU. I am terrified of the magnesium IV again. Just typing these fears are causing me chest pain from anxiety.

I had an ultrasound today with MFM and baby girl is thriving. The tech stated she was FEISTY. And I am like, "Yeah, she is!". Elle was kicking me so strongly last night and lately, I wonder if she's trying to kick her way out early. She is measuring 3lb 6oz in the 60th percentile. Lots of hair on her head and she is already head down. This is great news that she isn't breech as I was told I could be induced if she needed to come early...if it's safe for me to do so.

With Elle being head down already, it makes sense why my hips are killing me. Both my boys didn't flip until later. It literally feels like my hips are being stretched apart with a crowbar! I have had to take Tylenol several times this week due to the pain and pressure.

In other news, my husband got laid off today from his job this morning. We will be ok financially, so I am not worried about money. He received six months severance pay and Cobra insurance coverage and will also get unemployment. It's just a tough job market right now with the unemployment rate so high, so even though he is highly qualified, finding another job in his niche industry will be difficult. And likely, not in Houston, which is fine by me as I would love to move out of state. Yet, this adds another layer of anxiety during this already heightened time of uncertainty.

I believe all things happen for a reason even if you can't see it at the time. I think a new opportunity will come along for Nick soon enough. And in the mean time, if Elle is delivered early, I will have Nick by my side with no distractions to help me recover and go back and forth to the hospital is NICU time is needed. We will all be ok. I know it.

20 months

Matheson now has ALL his teeth minus his 2 year old molars. Matty went to the pediatric dentist in January and there was bulging pockets were his incisors were, so it took six months for those to come in. Those teeth were the worst!

Matheson is walking up and down the stairs while holding on and now eating with a fork or spoon pretty good on his own. He's definitely a lefty, so I predict fine motor skills will take a little longer to perfect.

Elle's Nursery - Blush and Gold Perfection

I have been dreaming about doing a girl's nursery for as long as I have wanted to be a mother. This surprise pregnancy had me elated when I found out we were having a daughter. I had a secret Pinterest board and couldn't wait to start decorating and shopping. Then Covid happened and my husband was now working from home in the half guest room half office since we turned his office into a downstairs playroom. This took allot of moving around as we need a bigger house, but eventually moved the playroom upstairs to the game room. We gave my oldest a TV in his room as a compromise to losing his hangout space. Nick regained his study and we lost a guest room.

Steel Magnolias is my favorite chick flick movie. I've seen it over a hundred times and still cry at the same parts. I instantly thought of Shelby and her wedding colors "Blush and Bashful" or as M'Lynn called "Pink and Pink". I wanted a soft, feminine space with lots of blush, not bubble gum pink. Also, gold accents to give a chic look as well.

This piece hanging in the nursery has special meaning to me. It's framed lace from my wedding dress that I had saved. I always hoped I would have a daughter and knew exactly what I wanted to do with these lace pieces. The wood gallery floating frame is from Pottery Barn.

The last one born gets the smallest room, but her closet is large, so I decided to put the changing area in the closet. This made more sense with all the clothes and bows being in there too. I used a piece of leftover wallpaper in the frame. 


I started buying beautiful dresses and outfits as soon as I found out we were having a girl! I cannot wait for Elle to wear these pretty things!



SnapPower Safelights



This Kasa Smart Plug is great because you can turn on or off a lamp via Alexa and your iPhone.


Grace Flower Chandelier
Blythe Convertible Crib
Monique Lhuillier Ethereal Butterfly Sateen Fitted Crib Sheet
Monique Lhuillier Ethereal Tulle Crib Skirt
Cameron 2-Shelf Bookcase
Woodland Animals - Hazel Village
Textured Ceramic Mini Accent Lamp
Ballet Grand Jete Framed Art
Jolie Wallpaper Mural
Gold Polished Shelving 3'
Evelyn Linen Blend Bow Valance Blackout Curtain Panel
Archuleta Blush Area Rug
Kiwi Ivory Linen Power Recline
Natural Stone And Gold Metal Margaux Laptop Table
Gold Name Sign

Wood Hoop Boho Blush Wreath Set

Books:
Miss Lina's Ballerinas
Dream Animals: A Bedtime Journey
Love Is a Tutu
Jellycat Unicorn Dreams Book - Board Book

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