I haven't updated lately, but there hasn't been much to report. I am enjoying summer break and the relaxation that comes with it. I am managing to find a few things a day to do to keep myself busy until Sam gets home from work. Life has been nice and calm, which is something we no longer take for granted. Our evenings have been full of quiet moments and good laughs with our little family.
Today I went to the doctor. I had been seeing a midwife up until our anatomy scan. Since that day over a month ago, I have been followed by a perinatologist. They will monitor baby through pregnancy, but not me. We needed a regular gynecologist to deliver our sweet Mary. One specific doctor had been recommended. I made the appointment over 3 weeks ago. She is very popular. After today's appointment, I understand why. She was fabulous. She sat with me for a long time and talked about everything and made sure I understood everything. I loved her.
Unfortunately, at today's appointment my blood pressure was elevated. I was shocked. I have had super low blood pressure my whole pregnancy. When I say low, I mean like 90/50ish. They rechecked my blood pressure a few times throughout our appointment and it remained elevated. The good news is that I don't have protein in my urine. This means it is not preeclampsia yet (hopefully never)! I ask for prayers for strength for my body. It is really giving everything possible for Mary. The extreme nausea, fast heartbeat, and now blood pressure, make it difficult every day. I still thank God for each day with our Mary. Tonight, I am feeling extra sick which ultimately makes my emotional state poorer. Nights like tonight as tough because all I can do is cry.
This weekend Sam, Mary and I are going to California for a little get away. We have a beautiful condo to stay in right on the beach. A family friend is very, very generous to bless us with this little retreat to get away. While I am worried about the long drive with my nausea being so bad, I am so looking forward to a few days of relaxation and having fun and making memories. My heart has been longing for the beach. My prayer is that Sam and I are able to bond even more with our baby girl on the beach of the ocean.
Thank you all for your continued prayers for our little family. We definitely feel them! Please pray that my blood pressure remains in the normal range and that my morning (ALL DAY LONG) sickness subsides. I feel like I would be enjoying my pregnancy way more if it weren't for always feeling sick. I am so excited for our little family vacation this weekend!
I join you and Sam in prayer for God's peace in your spirit and continued health in your body to nurture your precious Mary. Praise God for His hands working through awesome doctors/providers, in Jesus name! Alma A.
ReplyDeleteI had all day sickness with my daughter Sarah. I remember crying as I ate Oreo cookies instead of eating healthy. For some reason healthy food would not have stayed down. I hope your retreat was all that it needed to be.
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