Rigby’s vet called us on Saturday to give us the results of her blood work, and thankfully, everything was normal. That meant she was cleared for surgery, so we scheduled it for the next day at 1. Mike and my mom took her in, and they were assured that we’d be called as soon as she was out of surgery. So we waited anxiously, and around 3:30 the vet finally called to give us the update. He’d pulled seven stones out of her little bladder, and he said they were huge compared to her size. I’m a little worried about her spending the night alone at the vet’s office (there isn’t someone there overnight, but she is hooked up to a monitor), but that’s mostly because I’m worried she might be scared or hurting. I know she’s on pain medicine, but it still makes me a little sad to think of her alone and uncomfortable. I can’t wait until I can take care of her at home.
My mom went with Mike to drop off Rigby because I couldn’t. It started on Saturday. I lay on my side most of every day. I am lucky that I can do my work from my computer so my prone position doesn’t impede my productivity. But, since I’m not on full bed rest, I can still get up and do stuff when I need or want to. On Saturday night, Mike and I had dinner with my parents and some of our friends. About halfway through dinner I noticed that I was having some discomfort in my stomach. I chalked it up to being upright and figured it would go away after I went home, went to the bathroom, had a bunch of water, and laid on my left side. But it didn’t. Instead, my back started throbbing and the discomfort became cramps. After a few hours, I called my doctor’s after-hours number and was instructed to go to Labor and Delivery. Wheeee.
In L&D I was put in a room and on monitors right away. My nurse was awesome and I had a really caring and attentive doctor (since Dr. Risky is affiliated with a teaching hospital, residents handled my care with her consulting by phone). The monitors showed that my uterus was active – not full on contractions, but not relaxed like someone on anti-contraction meds should be. Dr. Risky ordered a full exam and a bunch of tests. The exam was to see if I was dilating, check cervical length, and fluid around Binky. The tests were looking for signs of labor and infection. Luckily, everything turned up negative.
The monitors were still showing uterine activity, so Dr. Risky ordered a shot of terbutaline. Terbutaline is a tocolytic that helps stop contractions. The doctor warned me about the side effects – namely a racing heart and shakiness. I felt those pretty quickly…and unfortunately that’s all I felt. My uterus was still active. So then I was given a large dose of something called nifedipine. The side effects that I felt from that were light-headedness, dizziness, and a little bit of difficulty breathing. It also lowered my blood pressure. Luckily, that finally did the trick and my uterus calmed down. They kept me for a while to monitor me (and I got a visit from my friend Nancy, a NICU night nurse and one of Maddie’s favorite nurses), before I was finally released with strict orders to take it easy until I see Dr. Risky on Tuesday.
The different anti-contraction meds left me feeling pretty crappy all day on Sunday. I was also given a prescription for a smaller dose of nifedipine, which I took about 30 minutes ago when my uterus refused to stop cramping. The smaller dose of nifedipine is a bit easier to take, although I feel the shakiness and dizziness starting to kick in. But my cramping is also going away, so it’s worth it. I’ll do whatever it takes to keep her in there safe and sound.
catherine lucas says:
Pregnancies are definitely not fun for you and your body. Sorry to hear that you had to go through discomfort, pain and fear again.
I am sure that you will be a very happy mom once this baby is neatly delivered and home. I feel for you Heather, and for Mike.
Not an easy time for you guys! Take it easy… (as if you could do otherwise…). We are all thinking about you!
.-= catherine lucas´s last blog ..testing testing =-.
Anne Y says:
Glad to hear the Binky is still incubating properly and all the tests were good. Hope things continue to improve and those pesky pains stay away!
.-= Anne Y´s last blog ..Somebody Loves Me! =-.
Kelly says:
Hope things calm down so that you can avoid the meds and the resultant side effects… Looking forward to news of Binky’s safe delivery in about 8-10 weeks from now!!
Also looking forward to news of Rigby’s happy homecoming!
Love, hugs and lots of good wishes! All the best =)
.-= Kelly´s last blog ..Sharing lunch with Igglepiggle =-.
InDueTime says:
I hope you AND Rigby get better soon. Hugs.
.-= InDueTime´s last blog ..One More Chance =-.
KB says:
Hi Heather,
All the best to you, Mike, Rigby and Binkey over the coming weeks.
KB. Melbourne, Australia.
Lynn from For Love or Funny says:
Gosh, this isn’t the relaxing weekend I’d hoped you’d be having! Anxious to hear what Dr. Risky says on Tuesday…
.-= Lynn from For Love or Funny´s last blog ..Merry Christmas, readers! =-.
NoL says:
sending “calm uterine” vibes your way!
&
Hope Rigby bounces back quickly.
cj says:
i agree completely.
mommyknows says:
Hear, hear!
.-= mommyknows´s last blog ..CardStore.com Giveaway – Personalized Holiday Cards =-.
mel says:
Glad Rigby did well and I hope the remainder of Binky’s stay is less eventful. Feel better you 3!
Anna Marie says:
STAY PUT, BINKY!
I’m sorry the meds make you feel crappy – you really have been through the ringer. Sending feel good vibes and calm uterus vibes your way.
Hugs.
amanda says:
Geez – doesn’t sound like a great weekend. Glad both patients are doing OK though.
xo from CT,
Amanda
.-= amanda´s last blog ..kibble! =-.
PsychMamma says:
Oy. This sounds so much like my pregnancy with J. Between the discomfort & worry, I was miserable. Did both of those meds, & the side effects suck. =(
I feel for you, and know very well how hard this all is. Sending as many hugs and as much support & strength as I can. I think about you every day.
xoxox
.-= PsychMamma´s last blog ..H1N1 Vaccine Info =-.
charlane says:
What a yucky way to spend a weekend. I do hope that You, Binky, and Rigby have an uneventful next ten weeks.
.-= charlane´s last blog ..A Pre-Christmas Gift =-.
cindy w says:
I’m glad you found a drug that works to calm things down, but WTF Binky? You’re supposed to still be cooking away, so chill out in there! You are going to have a 2010 birthday, missy, so knock it off & give your poor mama a break.
.-= cindy w´s last blog ..Hungry Eyes* =-.
Ann says:
Heather, I’m so sorry you had such a scary weekend. I wish you could have a smoother pregnancy. A friend of mine had her second child a few weeks ago. Her first had been premature (unexplained) and so she was monitored closely during her second pregnancy. She also had lots of uterine cramping but went on modified and then full bedrest and she staved off labour for 6 weeks and had him only 3 weeks early (basically full term). She used to drink a bit of red wine and that stopped the contractions for a bit. I hope you and Rigby have a more peaceful time together for the next few weeks.
Domestic Extraordinaire says:
I am praying that Dr. Risky can figure out why you are cramping and they can keep Binky in there cooking longer. I also hope that Rigby is doing better.
((hugs)))
.-= Domestic Extraordinaire´s last blog ..Weekly Winners-Photos that make me Smile Edition =-.
Susan D. says:
Good luck to you & Binky and I hope that Rigby is recovering nicely. Terb is a crazy drug … I remember literally feeling like I was going to take off from my heart racing so fast. Hugs to you!
.-= Susan D.´s last blog ..Deep Thoughts: sad, sentimental, and just my crazy mind =-.
Lindsay says:
I yell at my uterus alot these days…it doesn’t calm it down, but it makes me feel better. Hope yours starts behaving and I am glad Rigby is doing good!
.-= Lindsay´s last blog ..Recycled Crayons =-.
Nellie says:
Keeping you, Binky and Rigby in my prayers. There’s not a day that goes by that I do not send up a prayer for the health and well-being of your baby.
Tricia (irishsamom) says:
I feel like I’m re-living my own second pregnancy (and some of my first) every time I read your experiences. I was on that medication for many, many weeks and I felt as if though someone had given me an IV of caffeine. I also had many moments of fear, tears and exhaustion from the constant worry of it all, but the good news and I know you will have good news too, is that all of my hard work paid off and my son was born at 35 weeks strong and healthy. You are amazing Heather. You are doing everything you can to ensure your baby stays put for as long as she can. Keep it up. I know it’s stressful and tiring, but keep going. You have so many people cheering you on, not least of all your darling Maddie.
Love, hugs and support,
Tricia xxx
.-= Tricia (irishsamom)´s last blog ..My Brown-Eyed Girl =-.
Shannon Kieta says:
For the love of God, Binky STAY PUT! Only a few more weeks! STay put! Stop scaring the hell out me! Stop it! Stop it~ Stop it!
Heather… please take it easy. Stay on the couch until New Years Day! Orders from headquarters!!!! At least then it won’t be much longer! Auntie Shannon
Momma Uncensored says:
only a few more weeks ms. binky!!!
rest up & give that pup some good cuddles
.-= Momma Uncensored´s last blog ..two christmases =-.
tina says:
Oh crap Heather, so sorry! I started nifedipine at 24 weeks, every 6 hours. I didn’t have any bad side effects.
The nifedipine didn’t stop my contx but it made the contx too weak to dilate my cervix. At about 30 weeks, I took it every 4 hours. I went in to l&d 8 times for terb shots too went my uterus was way too active. Although even with nifedipine I had contx every 4 to 10 min, Jack stayed in until 36 weeks. He was born the day I went off the drug. Although it was horrible, the drugs worked. My dr also said I would rotate the terb and nifedipine if things got too bad, but I didn’t have to. I pray that your uterus relaxes and that you don’t lose your mind! I will say that anxiety made my contx WAY worse so try your hardest to breathe and relax. Red wine helped a little too.
Love you Wheels, everything will be ok. Binky, stay put for at least 4 more weeks!!
Heather says:
I thought about you the whole time I was there. I felt like I knew what to expect because of everything you’d been through!
preTzel says:
Hey Heather:
I took both of those meds to keep my youngest baking and they worked. I hope they work as well for you as they did for me…I ended up going passed my due date and had to be induced for other complications (full eclampsia). I’ll keep all of you in my thoughts.
P
.-= preTzel´s last blog ..Letters Home. =-.
Kate says:
Thinking about you and binky, Hope the meds work
Melissa says:
My firstborn was born IUGR at 32 weeks (she measured 29 weeks), so like you I was on all kinds of meds and monitored very closely with #2. Still, I was hospitalized with contractions at 30 weeks and again at 35 weeks. Despite all that we managed to make it to 38 weeks before she was finally delivered. I hope the same is true for you. Incidentally, with #3 I had no issues with preterm labor, but that one was a boy so I chalked it up to him being a lazy fetus
Tami says:
Here”s praying that Binky stays in the Oven tell its time. And praying that Rigby gets back home where she belongs. I know she is missing you lots!!
eliza says:
Aaargh!!! You’re thirty weeks now if I’m remembering correctly. Getting closer. And 30 is a good milestone. It does seem like such an incredibly difficiult journey for your body. It is wonderful you have the perspective and the attitude that you do, even though they come from a terrible place. To know and to realize how important it is for her to stay in there makes the physical pains and discomfort a little easier to tolerate. Lots of lying around. Hope Rigby is home soon to lie around with you.
Lisa says:
What a weekend. I hope Rigby is home and feeling better soon under the loving care of her mom. I also hope you are feeling better soon and the side effects from the new meds aren’t too terrible. I’m so glad they were able to get that uterus calmed down and Binky is still safely baking away inside
Love and hugs.
.-= Lisa´s last blog ..Someone’s Missing =-.
Nikki says:
Binky and Maddie have the most awesome mother ever! Stay well rested and here’s wishes that the cramping stops!! XOXO.
Midwest Mommy says:
Man! What a weekend! I wish you and Rigby a day of just laying on the couch and letting both of your meds work
.-= Midwest Mommy´s last blog ..A Letter =-.
Megan says:
Hopefully you, Binky and Rigby are all taking it easy today and getting some good rest! Praying that things calm down for you soon.
mandie says:
Is it bad of me that my first thought upon seeing the hospital bed graphic was jealousy, because that pregnant lady has really skinny arms while MY formerly skinny arms are starting to look like stuffed sausages?
In all seriousness, I’m so sorry you’re feeling rough! I’m sending my ‘stay put Binky’ and ‘feel better Heather’ thoughts and prayers! Hang in there!
Kristen McD says:
Geez, what a weekend. Sending much love your way.
chatty cricket says:
GAH, it’s amazing what doctors can do these days, but I am SO SORRY the side effects are so crappy. I hope you start to feel better quickly and your uterus gets the hint and calms the freak down. I promised mine a sparkly pink tiara if it would just keep Sweet Babe put with minimal drama, and that got us to 39 weeks. I’m just sayin….
I can’t believe poor Rigby and her 57 stones!! And all I could think when you mentioned her staying overnight is that she wasn’t alone, there are other poor baby doggies there too, right?
Feel better!! All of you!
Jenn says:
OOhh Sweetie….what a fight this pregnancy is for you!!! I am not a huge fan of Kate Gosslin mainly b/c of her self righteousness…”I fought for 30 weeks to have my 6 babies”…blah, blah, blah. What makes me MAD about that statment is Give me one mother on the face of the Earth who would NOT fight for her babies?
I would listen to her and then I would come on your site and read all of what you’re going through just to have 1 healthy, born to term baby and then, I get REALLY Pissed at Kate ‘s statement!!!
I think, if anyone is a HERO in this situation, it’s YOU!!!! You are a HERO Heather!!! And, not just to this baby, you were to Maddie too and to me, well, I am humbled by your fighting spirit and good attittude!!!
You fought every day for Maddie and you are doing it again for your baby A. I have never EVER heard you once complain or be self righteous b/c of it, even though you have every right to be!!
I just wanted you to know how proud this “Stranger Friend” is of you and just how much I am pulling for you and the baby.
I hope both you and Rigby are feeling better. I hope your little puppy heals quicky and you no longer have contractions.
Thinking of you Heather, and wishing you nothing but the BEST!!!
Love,
Jenn
Lindsey says:
You are a trooper, seriously. I hope you and Rigby are feeling better soon.
.-= Lindsey´s last blog ..Oh, right! My barren womb! =-.
Molly says:
Trooper is exactly the word I would use to describe you as well–you and Rigby both! Hang in there. Hope you don’t have to go on full bed rest.
Expat Mom says:
Wow, how scary! I guess dinners out are off for a while, huh? Hopefully the medicine will keep working . . . the side effects suck, but every day in there is one more day to a healthier Binky. Hang in there and give your poor Rigby some cuddles.
.-= Expat Mom´s last blog ..Two Days In =-.
Angie [A Whole Lot of Nothing] says:
I’m ordering you to your couch and bed 24/7, k?
YOU ARE SCARING ME TOO MUCH. Not allowed.
And feel better.
.-= Angie [A Whole Lot of Nothing]´s last blog ..This? Is not OK: Jersey Shore Edition =-.
Katie C. says:
I hope that you and Rigby feel better soon. You are all in my prayers!
Jannette says:
I want so much for you to have a safe uneventful pregnancy. It sounds like you are getting the best medical care, but here are a few tips they may not have mentioned and it surely can’t hurt:
1. Drink water and lots of it.
2. Practice deep breathing
3. While practicing deep breathing focus your thoughts on yourself and nothing else. Your imagery might be thoughts of Maddy and her love for you and how she would you want to be well.
Use a timer to make sure you get 15 minutes. This may sound easy, but it is difficult to do. During these 15 minutes turn off the blackberries, computers, phones etc. If you get good at it extend it to 5 minutes. Try doing it 3 times a day.
This will allow you body some time to focus on healing.
I don’t like to give advice because I don’t like to receive advice, but this helped me so much with my rheumatoid arthritis and pregnancy.
I hope you find some peace.
Michele says:
Oh I am sorry! That sucks!
I hope that you are able to just relax, continue your tocalytics, and stay pregnant for a much longer time!
.-= Michele´s last blog ..St Nicholas’s Day =-.
Ms. Moon says:
You know- they used to use vodka to calm that uterus….
.-= Ms. Moon´s last blog ..Sleepy Day =-.
Heather says:
vodka shots for everyone!
Alison says:
Thinking of you and hope that Binky calms down in there. Love to Rigby too x
.-= Alison´s last blog ..Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim (with apologies to David Sedaris) =-.
Michele says:
What you & your family have endured and continue to go through is just too much. You are so strong! Hang in there.
Sending Rigby healing thoughts and you and Binky calming thoughts. Thinking of you and your family everyday,
Michele in Staten Island, NY
.-= Michele´s last blog ..Baked =-.
Charmi says:
I’m just about 3 weeks ahead of you and went into PTL at 27 weeks. I was on Procardia for a while (which I *think* is what the nif is.), had steroids for the baby’s lungs, all lots of fun.
What really helped me was an ice pack on my chest, BEFORE the racing heart started. The drugs work, but made me terrified I was dying (I promise, I’m not trying to be over dramatic. 140 resting heart rate is insane!!). Try the ice pack and see if it helps! ALSO, don’t talk, type or exert yourself in anyway the 30 minutes right after you take it. It really made a difference for me if I just laid still and didn’t talk or move when the racing heart started.
I’m off the meds now, but trying to hold out for 4 more weeks to make it to 37!
Jenny says:
I’m glad Rigby is okay, and that you and Binky are, too! I hope she stays put until it’s time for her grand debut!!
*hugs*
.-= Jenny´s last blog ..There’s light at the end of the tunnel! =-.
Deborah says:
Yuck. I’m sorry that both you and Rigby had so many problems this weekend. Take it easy today (look, I’m your doctor all of a sudden!) and relax. Please let us know how Ms. Rigby is doing as well!
(((hugs)))
Jordan says:
I remember going into L&D with my friend when she was 27 weeks and being with while she delivered. I also noted the pregnant woman on the bed thingermajig. It led me to wonder if on the beds they use with obese people if the picture is someone obese.
I hope everything stays put!
Kellee says:
You are nothing short of a power house, my dear. I’m sorry you had a worrisome day, but thank goodness they can offer you something to make you feel better. *sings a soothing song to your uterus so it just relaxes and goes to sleep*
.-= Kellee´s last blog ..What’s Romantic? =-.
Kellee says:
And little Ms Rigby, I can only imagine how hard it is to have left her alone. Just know that they drug them up well, so it is unlikely that she is even concious while she is alone, let alone uncomfortable. Kisses all around!
.-= Kellee´s last blog ..What’s Romantic? =-.
MBKimmy says:
Binky this is a order directly from MB, SC … you stay put! You stay snug as a bug in that rung, Heather – YOU stay still – don’t do too much and try to remain calm. Mike – you find really good take out aroung the area and don’t let Heather do anything … Oh and of course you take care of YOU too. Rigby … hang in there and speedy recovery – I hope that your little body recovers very fast!
love to you all – Maddie you take care of all of them Okay …
.-= MBKimmy´s last blog ..Halloween =-.
Chris says:
I hope Rigby is home to snuggle you and you two can take care of each other very soon.
Interesting to me how many medications can be used for such a variety of things (having a rare nerve disease this isn’t a shocker, but it still fascinates me). My grandmother was on nifedipine for high blood pressure. And here is yet another, seemingly unrelated, use. Fascinating.
Yes. I know the things that I find interesting…Sigh.
Lots of good health thoughts for both you and Rigby (And of course for Binky staying put where she belongs a while longer!)
Angella says:
Praying for you all, Heather. Hope Rigby bounces back and your uterus stops acting up. xoxo
.-= Angella´s last blog ..Seven Pounds =-.
binkytowne says:
Hoping you are Rigby are curled up tonight, making each other feel better and resting easy..
.-= binkytowne´s last blog ..Day 6. Best Conference #best09 =-.
PrincessJenn says:
I’m glad Rigby came through surgery OK.
But you tell Binky she has strict instructions from Canada to stay put! She’s not allowed to celebrate Christmas til 2010. Those are the rules. No sneaking in extra Christmas presents in 2009.
Sending lots of love and hugs to you all
xoxoxo
.-= PrincessJenn´s last blog ..Show Me A Sign =-.
Aunt Becky says:
Binky is giving you a run for her money because she loves you and wants you to buy her a Porsche when she comes out. DUH. I told her to. And then she told me that I can drive it until she’s 16.
So buy me a Porsche for Binky. Okay? AWESOME.
.-= Aunt Becky´s last blog ..Dearest Darkly Dreaming Dexter =-.
Courtney says:
Glad to hear the tests were negative, hoping your contractions cease and desist!! God Bless.
Tara. says:
Wow! What a busy weekend! I’m so glad that the meds helped stopped the activity. That little pumpkin needs to stay in there a while longer! Take it easy.
Poor Rigby. I pray for his fast healing and no more stones.
.-= Tara.´s last blog ..{i ? faces- sweet dreams} =-.
Margo says:
Glad to hear that things are under control! Sounds like you and Rigby need to curl up with a tray full of Christmas cookies. Lots of love to you!
.-= Margo´s last blog ..Never a Southern Girl, only a Girl that Lives in the South =-.
Julia says:
Get better, and get BORING! You need a few weeks of “Nothing happened this week and I feel fine…oh, the dog is fully recovered, too!”
Hang in there…and stay put, Binky!
Hope you feel better, Heather.
Julia
Laura says:
You are such a fighter- just like your two daughters (and your puppy too!). We are all behind you completely, praying for you, and sending out positive vibes for Binky to stay put!!
((Love and Hugs to all of you))
Stephanie says:
Terbutaline!!!!
AAAH!
I had that when I went into labor–it didn’t do the trick, as he still came, but uggghh the shakiness. I was so terrified already, and that amplified it. ughhhh.
I’m so glad you two are still safe and secure.
.-= Stephanie´s last blog ..Holiday 2009 =-.
jen says:
Oh goodness. Extra prayers for you! And Rigby too!
.-= jen´s last blog ..Six Word Saturday! =-.
Alexandra says:
Heather, love: I had both those meds with all 3 of our boys, we began at 17 wks…and all 3 made it to 35.
Just make it to 37, Binky! You can do it.!
It’s tough, Heather…you are handling it so well. I was so depressed, just laying there. Just a full bladder even triggered the contx.
Wish I had a blog back then, I was so lonely, sad, forlorn, ah…good times.
Good luck, we are all pulling for you. Week by week…you’ll get there.
Julie says:
So sorry that nothing can be easy for you. I just wanted you to know that I also took nifedipine for pre-term labor in all of my pregnancies and it really was the only thing that worked WELL. Even better than tocolytics. The side effects were what you described at first but they did get better after being on it for awhile. By the way, I carried each of my pregnancies until 38 wks. And that was with pre-term labor starting at 15-18 weeks and a fully effaced cervix by 23 weeks. So maybe this will do the trick for you!
Blessing and Peace to you!
Kristie says:
I’m sorry to hear about your trip to L&D. It sounds exactly like what happened when I was pregnant after our preemie. I pretty much hated the nifedipine because it made me so dizzy every time I stood up. Thankfully though, oral nifedipine and rest kept the little guy in, safe and sound. I’ll be praying for the same for Binky.
.-= Kristie´s last blog ..Disney on Ice Worlds of Fantasy Review and Ticket Discount =-.
Allyson says:
Nifedipine is the only thing that did the trick to stop my labor with the twins. I was on it from 31 weeks until 36. It wasn’t fun, but it worked–and that was all that mattered.
Wishing you a non-contracting uterus and many more pregnant weeks.
Issa says:
Oy ve. Will start thinking uterus calming thoughts.
Is she too young to bribe? Threaten maybe? You know, if you make it to 38 weeks, we promise you a nice car at 16? 37 weeks, a decent car? 36 weeks, an old red station wagon Volvo? Anything before that and she’ll be walking for life?
Really, I’ve got an in with a Volvo mechanic. I can find a beater for next to nothing. Maybe with a tape player? we can make sure the only tape she has is Meatloaf?
Love you bunches. Hope today is a bit calmer.
.-= Issa´s last blog ..You know what eight is, right? It’s halfway to sixteen. =-.
Shannon G says:
Whoa – are you aware of the Johns Hopkins study that just came out a few days ago that correllates Terbutaline with autism? Prescribing Terbutaline for pre-term labor is an off-label, non FDA-approved usage of that drug.
Here’s a link to more info: http://www.kimmance.com/blog/2009/12/2/no-means-no-pre-term-labor-terbutaline.html
My husband is a medical scientist so I had him look up the actual study data and he said it looks like they they did the study carefully and that the results look valid. Please, please be careful!
C says:
I’m not sure what purpose this serves, as she’s already off that particular med and onto a different one.
Most tocolytics are meds that are meant for one thing and approved for that, but work for preterm labor.
With all things there are risks, pros and cons. When I went into labor at 27 weeks, the most important thing was to keep the baby IN. All other risks were totally outweighed by that one.
Heather says:
yes – as we both know, keeping the baby IN is the most important thing. Having faced the alternative, I would rather take my chances with the possibility of side effects that still insure a living child. xo
Chrissie says:
(((HUGS)))
Rachel says:
Oh my gosh, Heather—best wishes and calm uterus vibes to you, and healing thoughts for Rigby.
J in eire says:
Oh heather you are the bravest person, with all that you have been through already, you face each and every new challenge without even the slightest hint of self pity…. I don’t know how you do it, but it’s no wonder so many people from near and far keep you in their thoughts and prayers. Sending you kind thoughts from Ireland, and willing binky to stay put !
nic @mybottlesup says:
oh goodness heather, you are such a terrific and giving mother. sending calming, peaceful energy your way for you, your baby-house, and sweet rigby.
.-= nic @mybottlesup´s last blog ..getting in the spirit via a cold, snow and FEETIES!!! =-.
Sarah says:
Heather- I’m scared for you! I don’t come to your website over the weekends because I know you don’t normally post anything, but I look at it every week day. Just now, I went to check, and I see a post from the 6th (yesterday) but nothing from today. You are usually very diligent about getting those weekday posts up and seem to be a morning person because they always appear before I can check.
If everything is OK, please give us a December 7 post so we can stop worrying! Regardless, I will pray.
Heather says:
I usually write the night before and schedule the post to go up at midnight, but yesterday I just hit publish and went to bed. So it went up before midnight. So don’t worry!!
Sarah says:
Oh, I’m so glad! Thank you for replying to me! You have so many friends and commenters and I’m sure the name Sarah does not exactly cause to me to stand out, since there are so many of us, but I have posted in the comments a couple of times. I am following your story so hopefully and I am praying with all my heart and mind that Binky is born full term and perfectly healthy. Your story is compelling and resonates with me so strongly, for some reason. Although we have never met, you are frequently on my mind. (((HUGS)))
missy says:
Get well Rigby, Stay well Heather, Stay put Binky. Post that update.
Rebecca says:
Lots and lots of prayers for you, Binky and Rigby.
.-= Rebecca´s last blog ..Christmas Portraits =-.
heather says:
hope everything settles down and stays where it is supposed to be. thinking of you…
Just Jiff says:
Bless your heart! When it rains, it pours.
Hope you get better soon and things become boring.
.-= Just Jiff´s last blog ..Emotionally Attached. =-.
Heidi says:
I would really like for the universe to give you a break. Ugh.
Hugs.
.-= Heidi´s last blog ..Black Friday 2009 =-.
Jamie says:
Oh geeze. It seems like you never have a dull moment, Heather, and you probably REALLY need one. Sending prayers for Binky to stay IN and your uterus to chill out already.
((Hugs))
Glad Rigby is doing okay.
.-= Jamie´s last blog ..Being Flexible =-.
ruth says:
tell that perplexing uterus of yours that a really tough Jersey Girl is telling it to calm the hell down already. Maybe that will scare it.
Sending your uterus calm down threats from 3,000 miles..
Hug Rigby ( gently) for me ( and my two doggies).
Becky says:
Just sending you prayers and warm thoughts, whatever you need. I have followed your blog for awhile and think you are just the best mom. Maddie and Binky are so lucky to have you. Much love to you and your family.
Karen Chatters says:
Dear Binky,
Stay. Put.
((Hugs)),
Karen
PS – Glad to hear that Rigby is doing ok.
.-= Karen Chatters´s last blog ..Throw me a bone =-.
jen says:
and to think i was crabby about going in for the 3 hour glucose.
stay in there baby! we aren’t ready for your debut yet!
take care mama.
and sending health and healing to the furry member of your family.
.-= jen´s last blog ..five and a half … fashionably late … =-.
Kim says:
I’ll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I got nervous just reading about the shakiness and dizziness. Not fun at all. Hopefully, Rigby will be home soon to take care of you!
Kim
Cathie says:
My family is praying for a full term, safe delivery, a healthy baby, and comfort in the interim for Mama. Also, give a kiss to Rigby from a fellow pooch lover.
Rachael says:
I’ll be keeping you in my thoughts and praying this is a one time only thing and your baby stays in there safe and sound.
.-= Rachael´s last blog ..Mushroompalooza =-.
Krissa says:
Oh boy. The hits just keep on coming don’t they? This post wasn’t up before I went to work today and I was wondering how Rigby was doing as I rode the train home this evening. I never would have expected to hear of YOUR being in the hospital, too. Good grief. I am SO glad that you and Binky are ok and I hope little Rigby is home soon and feeling better. If she has to stay overnight again, ask them if they play a radio or have piped in/satellite music on a classical, “smooth jazz” or a new age type station. I used to work in the hospital ward of a Humane Society and we did that overnight. It does help the dogs/cats. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
tara says:
you are a rock star. my thoughts are with you, every day. xo
Baking Mad Mama says:
Sending my thoughts to you and Rigby. Stay put Binky! Hope you feel better soon, those side effects sound nasty. Thinking of you all!
.-= Baking Mad Mama´s last blog ..Awards round up! =-.
Andrea's Sweet Life says:
Your uterus is overactive because Rigby’s not there to lay on it. I think once she’s home, you’ll be back to normal! xoxo
.-= Andrea’s Sweet Life´s last blog ..Yes, Another One =-.
bluejeanamy says:
so glad you’re back at home and feeling better! keep cookin’, binky!
i had the *exact* same experience 2.5 weeks ago. got the shot of terb and then the nef in pill form. hated how both of ’em made me feel, but they did the trick to stop my squeezy uterus.
good news is, after a couple days i could stop taking the pills (b/c wow you’re right – they made me WOOZY) – and now i just take it easy with lots of water and side-lying.
hurry up and get here, february!!
.-= bluejeanamy´s last blog ..A little preview of February =-.
J says:
Hang in there, and I hope the meds work.
Every day she’s in there is a victory.
.-= J´s last blog ..Slackerdom =-.
Becky says:
I too was on nifedipine for about 3 weeks, due to preterm labor, before my son came at 32 weeks. Thankfully, he is now a very healthy 18-month-old! You would never know he was a preemie!
I’m 27 weeks pregnant again–on progesterone because of my history, already had a trip to triage last week with contractions 4-5 minutes apart for a few hours. But thankfully, no dilation yet!
I’m praying for you and Binky, while I pray for me and my “Little Boo”!
Hang in there!!!!
.-= Becky´s last blog ..Wedding Dress Shopping =-.
Liz says:
Well, what you really needed right now was a little excitement, so I’m happy you’ve now got that covered.
Binky of course needs to stay put as long as possible, but you’ve made it a long way already and as I’m sure you already know, every day makes a difference. Good work, Mama Spohr!
Debby says:
No, I don’t want to hear anything about contractions!!! You hold that baby inside no matter what it takes. You stay in bed and don’t move!!
.-= Debby´s last blog ..25 THINGS YOU DID NOT WANT TO KNOW =-.
Alicia @bethsix says:
Stay put, Binkybear. So sorry, Heather.
.-= Alicia @bethsix´s last blog ..Shite Out #Best09 =-.
Marti from Michigan says:
Oh, I am so sorry you’re going through this again Heather/Mike!!
Could it just be that it is a stressful time of year with the holidays and Rigby’s difficulties?
I’m glad the nifedipine is working, no matter what. Even if all you do is sleep for the next 9 to 10 weeks, let’s keep that little angel in the oven until she’s all done cooking.
I’ll say some extra prayers for you guys. I’m praying for another little baby who was born to missionaries in Thailand at 28 1/2 weeks. She is the cutest little thing – they named her Olive Hope, which I think is an adorable name for such a cute little girl. I guess she’s doing pretty well right now, but has to have a shunt put in due to hydrocephalus.
I just don’t understand why some babies come into this world premature!
We’re preparing for an intense winter storm right now, they are predicting 8 to 12 inches of snow! Ugh! You are all so blessed to be living in a warm state.
Marti from Michigan says:
http://rustylynette.blogspot.com/
Here is the missionary baby’s website if you ever want to take a peek. The picture of the little girl at the top is not their daughter. These are American missionaries. Scroll down a bit and there is a small video of her. I think she is equivalent to 34 weeks right now.
Tina says:
You are an AWESOME MOMMY !!!!
Thinking and praying for you everyday…….
Kelly says:
I hope you and Binky are feeling mellow and comfortable now and that your sweet puppy is home with you and on the mend. Be well Heather.
.-= Kelly´s last blog ..Thank You =-.
Ashley says:
oh gosh am I ever praying so hard for you and Binky. (and Rigby, of course!) Enjoy the room service a little longer, Binky!!
pillarr1 says:
I am so glad you went to L&D. Go there as many times as you need to and never feel like you are over reacting. I am so glad the contractions have stopped. I know it is so scary. My doc told me that contractions were normal throughout pregnancy. I do not agree with that statement. I had contractions from day 1 until I had my C-section at 39 weeks. I mean real painful ones. I felt so much better when I made it to 34 weeks. Just be as still as possible. I don’t know if it helps but it can’t hurt. I even put pillows under me so I would be inverted in the bed. My feet were up higher than my butt. It may sound silly but I did it. I thought gravity was trying to pull the baby out because she was so low lying. You will make it to 39 weeks. I don’t think they like you to go beyond that with gestational diabetes at least that is what happened to me.
Jen L. says:
Praying for all of you!
.-= Jen L.´s last blog ..23 =-.
Em says:
oh mah gawd those are big stones chillin’ in the rigby girl! and way to ruin candy for me for the next few days – its FINALS week you cruel cruel woman!
I hope your uterus behaves itself, those meds sound like they have some nasty side effects!
Sendin’ some love you you, your hubby, binky baby and poor puppers!!
Em
Bobbi Janay says:
I hope you are both feeling better.
.-= Bobbi Janay ´s last blog ..Christmas Cards =-.
JD says:
Scary! With any luck the meds will keep the uterine activity at bay. Pity the side-effects are so strong! At least you’ll have a mending Rigby back soon *picturing a girls’ movie night… without popcorn…*
Hend says:
I went through the same thing 2 weeks ago. Except I had 3 days of non-stop contractions and was in a hospital bed for 5 days. I want you to know that I thought of you the entire time I was in there. Isn’t it amazing that we live half-way across the world, yet in times like this it’s the people who have gone through something similar that provide you with the most comfort?
Thank you for writing about your experience.
I’m 25 weeks today and hopefully my Baby Ooops will decide inside a few more weeks.
Lots of Love
.-= Hend´s last blog ..On Being Bored =-.
Al_Pal says:
Oh, gosh, poor Rigby and poor you! Scary stuff. So glad you’re continuing to write and share with us, and that Binky is still in!
xox