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Waters gone today at 27+3 - scared for my baby

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StormInaCCup · 14/03/2011 02:48

Well, it's all gone tits up today. I am 27+3 and after losing a bit of fluid late afternoon I have been admitted to hospital. I have since lost loads more and have been given a steroid injection to mature my baby's lungs as well as antibiotics to stave off potential infection.

I am in a single room, it's almost 3am and my husband went at about 11pm. There are people laughing in the corridor and I can't sleep for worrying about my baby. We had IVF to conceive him and I have previously had cervical cancer so to say that this baby is a 'miracle' and much, much wanted is an understatement.

I am blaming my stupid body for letting me down yet again and all this happened after a fairly heated argument with my Dad which I don't want to go into right now, so am also blaming myself for getting worked up - did I bring this on myself?

I am sorry this is so gloomy and self pitying. I feel very alone right now and hope tomorrow brings some better news.

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WorzselMummage · 14/03/2011 03:02

It's not your fault!

This has happened to me, twice! Both my dc are fine, please don't panic.

If your baby comes now he will be very small and will be in hospital for a while but the outlook's very goodfor 27 weekers and the steroids improve that a lot.

Are you contracting ? It's quite possible to stay pregnant for a long time after a prom, some women get to term! The drs have probably told you that you will probably go in to labour within 3 days but that isn't the case for everyone.. There are several of us on here who've lasted a while. I lasted 10days with dc1. (32+2) and 5 weeks with dc2 (born at 27+5) Southsearocks American baby stayed put for 8 weeks I think and she had to be induced in the end!

how are you feeling ? Have you had a scan ?

(((hugs)))))

harrygracejessica · 14/03/2011 03:03

No you won't have brought this on yourself!!! You should have 2 steroid jabs (I had them 24 hours apart at 28 weeks) as was told my twins are going to make a very early arrival and I'm still clinging on at 31 weeks. As long as your temperature etc doesn't indicate an infection they can actually keep you being pregnant for a while yet :) obviously aslong as no contractions either.

Fingers crossed for you but ask about not delivering just yet aslong as everything is fine - you'll be kept in hospital but it will be worth it as every day now is a bonus.

WorzselMummage · 14/03/2011 03:29

Www.Kanelan.org/prom is an invaluable site for prom mums x

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StormInaCCup · 14/03/2011 03:30

Hello both. Thanks for posting - they both came at a great time. I am
sat here cradling my much reduced bump and feeling very sorry for myself and alone (can there be a more lonely time than 3am?!)

I am having a scan tomorrow to check on the baby and the fluid levels but am not very hopeful as every slight movement I make is accompanied by a fresh gush. I had no idea I had so much waters to lose - there can't be a lot left. That coupled with the noise outside means that I haven't had a wink of sleep yet. I know the nurses and midwives are working but honestly I have been to full on teenage house parties that have been less rowdy!

I have already had a steroid injection (there'll be another tomorrow) and started antibiotics to hopefully stave off infection as long as possible. Been reading Southsearocks' threads which have given me a bit of hope. I would literally give anything I have to make sure my baby stays inside for another 6 weeks. No pains yet and he is kicking as usual which I am thankful for.

My obstetrician is coming tomorrow at 9 (pregnancy been 'high risk' so have seen the same lady throughout) and my husband should also be back around then. Just got to figure out how I can get from now to then. It seems a long time away.

Thanks again for your kind messages, they mean a lot.

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blinder · 14/03/2011 03:45

I've got no specific advice for you but I'm awake too so popping on in solidarity! I feel for you. Its lonely in the middle of the night when you're scared.

You certainly didn't bring this on yourself you numpty. Bad stuff doesn't happen to bad people except in films. Real life is much kore random than that.

Get your husband to bring you headphones and iPod or similar, loaded with a Paul McKenna hypnosis to drown out those noisy nurses tomorrow night!

Hope you get some sleep eventually.

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StormInaCCup · 14/03/2011 04:04

Cheers Blinder, I needed to be called a numpty! It is so easy to blame yourself and analyse every little thing. The timing just seems rather convenient that only a couple of hours after having a big row with my dad where we both got upset that my waters went. But I suppose that I would be looking for the cause no matter when it happened and would find a way to pin it on something I'd done wrong. That's the way our minds work I suppose.

I have had some shit over past few years so hoping it's not a case of bad things happening to bad people. I thought my karma was pretty good - there are certainly no murders I've conveniently forgotten. There was that other thing, but I got 'not guilty' for that [feeble attempt at a joke emoticon].

Trying to think positively - I notice it seemed to work for Southsearocks. Baby needs all the good vibes I can muster.

Will update tomorrow. Please keep your fingers crossed for us, I'll be doing the same, but with my legs instead.

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SnapFrakkleAndPop · 14/03/2011 04:06

Waters do replenish so your body will keep producing more and they can reseal slightly to keep a bit inside if you're drinking enough. However that does mean that if your membrane has gone completely you will keep leaking as you replenish... Try to lie still as much as possible.

Are they monitoring you?

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StormInaCCup · 14/03/2011 04:16

Hi Snap, a lovely nurse has just been in to listen to baby (he's fine in there) and do my obs. All looking ok for now. Trying to lie still but it's hard as the waters seem to gush out every 30-45 mins or so whether I'm still or not. Also hard hospital bed means I can't lie in one position for long and even turning from my side to back (and vice versa) starts a leak off which I can't stop. I have had to get up for the loo a fair bit too which probably doesn't help.

Nurse brought a cup of tea and I'm drinking water too so hopefully the waters are replenishing a bit, but I can't imagine they can be filling anywhere near as fast as I'm losing them. She seemed surprised I was still awake but as soon as she went out the party in the corridor continued. I know I need to sleep but the noise and leaks make it very very hard. I also feel reassured by baby's kicks and squirms so I think that's keeping me awake too. I feel like if I go to sleep I might wake up to find he's not there anymore.

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lovebunny · 14/03/2011 04:34

no advice but thinking of you and your baby xx

allyfe · 14/03/2011 04:42

I just wanted to pop in and send a big hug. Also there was a huge long thread on here about a lady whose waters broke at 28 weeks in America and she was induced and gave birth to a beautiful baby boy at 34 weeks. Lots of mums posted about their 28 week babies that were fine and healthy, so things will hopefully be fine your both of you. And it is not possible it is your fault. IT is just a horrible coincidence you had an argument.

I hope tomorrow night you have ear plugs, an eye mask, some positive news and lots of sleep.

Big hugs, X

allyfe · 14/03/2011 04:47

Just read the last bit of your message - and now I really want to come running over to give you I huge hug. I can only say again that lots of babies are so fine. If you look in birth announcements, for The American story, there is a link to the old threads. If you are still awake some of the positive stories may help.

itisnotgoingwelltoday · 14/03/2011 04:47

Nothing to say except thinking of you xxx

You know this isn't your fault, it's just one of those things.

Corny but you're in the right place, you and the baby are getting the best care.

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StormInaCCup · 14/03/2011 05:28

Thanks guys. I feel like you're literally willing me through this night, one message at a time.

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barbie1 · 14/03/2011 05:31

Nothing else to add but i hope you are still staying positive for both you and the baby

Thinking of you x

heartsnflowers · 14/03/2011 05:47

just to say good morning and good luck.
its good you are in hospitaland being closely monitored.Of course you are worried but 27 weeks is a lot better than it might be.My story was that my waters went 9-10 weeks early and my baby was born within 24 hours--all grown up now but can empathise a little bit!Whereabouts are you?Sending all best wishes

PDJames · 14/03/2011 05:51

I don't usually post but couldn't read and go. It definitely isn't your fault. It is just a random thing that has happened. As allyfe says it is just a horrible coincidence that you argued with your dad.

It's great you are having the steroid injections. It is so difficult but try and focus on the fact that your baby is fine, despite what is happening to the waters.

Nightimes are horrible but in a short time things will start to bustle in the hospital and in no time at all your DH will be with you. Get him to bring some trashy magazines- anything that's easy to read just to make the time pass.

Will be thinking of you.

GotArt · 14/03/2011 05:57

((((hugs)))) and good morning. Hope you were able to get a bit of sleep.

It sucks that you had a fight with your dad.
It sucks that your DH had to leave the hospital.
It sucks that hospital lodging is so uncomfortable and people making noise in hallway is discourteous at that time of the night.

But, thoughts become things, choose the good ones.

Imagine your DC making it into the world healthy and strong and the rest will look after itself.

tadjennyp · 14/03/2011 06:08

Just wanted to wish you and your little one lots of luck and that he gets to stay in a while longer. Sending lots of positive vibes.

(Hey frakkle, how are you?)

KenDoddsDadsDog · 14/03/2011 06:25

Thinking of you both sending positive thoughts.

Georgimama · 14/03/2011 06:26

Poor you. If you're worried about gushes when you move or get up to go to the loo, could you ask whether you could be cathaterised? Then you won't have to get up (except for a number 2!). Hope it's good news this morning when your obstetrician does her rounds.

QueenofBoak · 14/03/2011 06:32

Hi Storm

I hope the night has passed quietly

I'm sending lots of positive vibes. You might want to check out this thread it's a bit epic but is similar to your situation.

QueenofBoak · 14/03/2011 06:33

Opps i see you have already been reading it

BlooferLady · 14/03/2011 06:53

I hope you'll forgive someone posting who has no wisdom in these matters - but I read this early this morning and you've been very much on my mind, and wanted to send all love and good wishes for you both :)

GeekLove · 14/03/2011 07:06

I have no experience in this either but remember every day is a bonus. Hopefully you could snatch some sleep now. Could you vet your DH to get you earplugs and a blindfold when he comes?

libelulle · 14/03/2011 07:09

Thinking of you! Ds was born at 26+3 after membrane prolapse a week earlier (I was also told I'd give birth within 24 hours). I remember the noisy, lonely night hours well- you poor poor thing! I won't lie, it's a rough old journey having a very early baby, so I'll be willing yours to stay put a good while longer. But the odds improve with each passing hour (and at 27+ weeks they are pretty good already) so that's a thought to keep in mind- you are through tonight, things are better than last night, and tonight they will be better still. Will watch for updates. Can you get in a laptop and DVDs?

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