Originally Posted By LVBelle So this morning when I wake up, it occurs to me that Jacob didn't wake me up overnight with his kicking like he has been. So, my pregnancy paranoia kicks in and I become obsessed with feeling the little guy. I tried all of my tricks- orange juice, ice water, music, laying on my side, everything I can think of. So I went off to work all worried and teary. I managed to teach all morning with just a few little bumps that didn't feel like his normal kicks. So, by lunch I was a nervous wreck, crying and worried so I called a nurse and she told me to have someone take me immediately to the hospital to labor and delivery. So I leave my class with another teacher and wait for Chris' grandparents to pick me up. And, on the way to the hospital, Jake started giving me some little kicks! I went in for fetal monitoring anyway and, by that time, he was moving so much that she was having trouble finding his heartbeat! I stayed hooked up to machines for a while and they discovered that I was having little contractions that are not unusual at all. I wasn't dialated at all so they sent me on my way. I'm still kind of a mess, totally emotional. Of course, today is the day that Chris works late so it's just me and Maggie all evening. I'm so relieved that things looked OK but I can't stop worrying, especially about the contractions. So, good vibes and prayers would be much appreciated!!!
Originally Posted By t1lersm0m Oh, it sounds like you had a terrible scare! But, I think that babies generally stop being so active right at the end because their surroundings get smaller and smaller as they get bigger and bigger. The day before I delivered, because I was nearly two weeks late they did a non-stress test on me. They hooked Tyler up to a heart monitor, and everytime he kicked or moved I had to push a button. He wasn't very active. Lots of good wishes coming your way!
Originally Posted By crazyformickey Hey I have a Tyler too I went to a concert in my 7th month the next day I couldn't feel him kick or move all I kept thinking was oh my what did I do. I was crying at work and as soon as I got home called the nurse at the hospital who told me to come right in. I got hooked up to a monitor they gave me 7 up about 15 minutes later he was kicking like crazy I was never so happy. bless you and your little baby all the best.
Originally Posted By RangerPooh This happend to me during my 8th or 9th month. Caolyn was VERY active and that morning I couldn't recall her moving about. So we took a trip to the hospital (we were headed in that direction anyways) and by the time that we arrived she was her normal self. I too was hooked up to the fetal monitors and everything was normal. But a scare it was. I like to think that they are just practicing their future tormenting skills. lol.
Originally Posted By nevadarebel oh my LVBelle, what a scare! Glad to hear that all is well with him. As I am sure they told you, make sure you keep an eye on the contractions. Also, did you drink alot of water the last couple of days with it being so warm here? I know that I had some early contractions but it was due to being slightly (and I didn't even realize it) dehydrated. Good thoughts coming for you and Jake and Chris.
Originally Posted By Liberty Belle Oh no, that sounds really scary! I'm so glad it all turned out okay though.
Originally Posted By SuzieQ I remember Travis being less active as he got bigger, too. I did those non-stress tests plus a sonogram 3 days a week for my last month of pregnancy. The little plunger you push puts a mark on the heart monitor tape. They watch for the rate to pick up and calm down before and after movement. From that they can tell if the baby is stressed. It's scary, no two ways about it. Are you having Braxton Hicks contractions?
Originally Posted By ajnhollysmommy Holly did that same thing ALL the time. I then learned that drinking a coke would get her dancing when I got really worried
Originally Posted By LVBelle Thanks everyone! Nevadarebel, I think I may have been slightly dehydrated, I'm so bad about getting all my water on the weekends when I don't have my students around to remind me! I was drinking tons of water yesterday morning so I think I was trying to catch up! SuzieQ, I think I have been having Braxton Hicks contractions about once a day or so. For a while I wasn't sure if that's what they were but now I'm pretty sure that's what I've been having. I'm trying to just calm down about the whole thing but it's hard! I am going in to work today, I'd stress out more if I stayed home I think!
Originally Posted By smedley Pleased to hear it was just a scare LV, maybe you could start carrying a 2 litre bottle of water (in your car or your classroom or at home) that way you'll know how much water you're drinking, and hopefully not dehydrate.
Originally Posted By MomofPrincess Oh, no! I remember how frightening that can be. Suffice it to say that this is only the beginning. ;-) They have a way of working us into frenzies off and on for the rest of their lives! (((HUGS))) Glad he is safe & sound!
