Appt update... I'm worried! :(

[trustinginHim]

Well I went in for my regular OB appt today. I asked the doctor how the baby was measuring since they had given me an extra ultrasound due to her measuring "small fo dates". He said he was not concerned about her size and not to worry...well he went on to measure me and listen to her heart (Abby kicked right when he put it on, and the probe went up in the air, he laughed!) at the end of the appointment very quietly and not concerned he said well I tell you what I'm going to do, we're going to have you come back in 2 weeks because your aminotic fluid is measuring a little low. This totally caught me off guard, I asked if I should be worried, he said no, I asked if I could do anything to help it, he said no, he said "these moms always get worked up and worried when they should be looking forward to an extra chance to see their baby. Now my mind was in a blur when he said all this, but I THINK he said the fluid was measuring 10 when it should be 12? but I'm really guessing at that. I was is such shock, I didn't ask about the numbers and clearly remember them or maybe I did? Anyways he's telling me not to worry but he just told me my fluid is low... so I'm worried, and trying not to cry. One of my best friends had low fluid due to a tear in the bag, and I watched what she went thru, it was awful, he was born early, so I'm scared. At least I'm further along then she was, but still it's very early. Pray that my little one is ok... this just isn't going to be an easy pregnancy for me I guess. First the bleeding, then small for dates, now low fluid. I want her out and in my arms safe and sound now!!

[bayoubaby1]

I really do not know anything about low amniotic fluid levels myself, but I am sure htat someone here does. Please try to stay calm, although I know that is much easier said than done! If he did not seem overly concerned and is only checking it again two weeks from now then I am sure that it is okay for now, otherwise wurely he would have run more tests or something now, right? I know how scary all of this is too...I was praying for a "normal" pregnancy myself, but it seems like at each new appointment we have another obstacle or issue! I get discouraged too, but I am just really trying to stay positive and I am convinced that this little one is a gift from God and that he is going to be okay~that is the only thing that gives me peace enough to get through each day. That and I guess that I find some comfort in the fact that he is getting bigger now and will be strong enough to survive out here if he comes too soon. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that they have some solutions for you soon.

[michellle]

I am so sorry. But don't worry. I think for the most part Low amniotic(sp?) fluid doesn't affect the baby until later on...you will probably have her a bit early, but not that early!!!

Maybe someone here knows more about it...I am sure is nothing serious...relax!!~

[trustinginHim]

I guess I don't have a lot of faith in my OBGYN... b/c I've had issues w/ them before. BIG issues! But it was too far for me to drive to find a new OB especially thru the winter and we are friends w/ some of the OB here at our practice, so I am basically crossing my fingers (or legs) hoping they know what their talking about. I feel like I have to research everything to make sure they are doing what they are supposed to be doing. Since they didn't take me seriously before when something WAS wrong, I really worry when they point out anything since they are usually so laid back w/ me. Does that make any sense?

[bayoubaby1]

That makes perfect sense to me! I am a research queen! If I have any questions I look it up! I hope that they have some answers for you soon.

[jenmom2myboys]

Sorry about the news. I agree with the other ladies that if it was urgent then I amsure they would have you come sooner. I was a wreck when they told me Talon's kidney was dialated but from what I have read it is rather common, there are a few cases where surgery is required, hopefully we won't need that, and they didn't want to see me again for a month. I don't go unilt next Tuesday. I will say a little prayer for you!!!

[agnes2712]

Good grief, bless your heart...one more thing to worry about. It is impossible for a pregnant Mother not to worry, I cant believe he would even imply that. I dont know anything about what the numbers for the fluid should be, my Peri just said mine was "okay". I do agree with the others though, since he is willing to wait to check it again in 2 week, it must not be too bad. Try to relax and hopefully it was just a scare and everything will be fine. You & Abby will be in my prayers.

Hugs,

Tammy