I went to the ER last Saturday night after having abdominal pain for a few days. We had consulted with our midwife, but thought that were dealing with acid reflux. After being admitted, having ultrasounds on my abdomen and the baby, and testing my bloodwork, the doctors feared that I had HELLP syndrome, a form of preeclampsia, but on the higher end of the spectrum.
I was transferred Sunday night to a high-risk pregnancy hospital downtown where the staff was more familiar with my condition. As the only cure for HELLP is to end the pregnancy, on Sunday night they began to give me steroids and magnesium sulfate to help prepare the baby's lungs and brain for birth. Because of the steroids that were administered, my platelet count has risen since Sunday, and my liver enzymes have lessened, which is positive, however, the positive results have been medically enduced. The doctor treating me, Dr. Baha Sibai, is one of the nation's leading experts on HELLP syndrome, and is changing his protocol (of immediate delivery) to give us as much time as my body will allow to keep this baby inside of me each day. I told him that I would fight him as long as I could.
We are taking each 12 hour period at a time as they repeat my labs and check my platelet count and liver enzymes. When the positive numbers begin to fall, they will make a decision to repeat the steroids or schedule a cesarian. All we can do is wait. Tomorrow our baby will be 25 weeks along, and I can only pray for each day that we can get so that she can grow a bit stronger.
If you are reading this, my plea is to say a prayer that I can stay well enough to give our baby a fighting chance at life. Please pray that she is as strong as we imagine her to be. Every day that we gain counts. Please also pray that Simon and I can remain strong through all of this so that we can focus on our little girl.
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sending you good thoughts and {{{hugs}}}!
i'm sending lots of prayers to you and yours Meghann! *hugs*
I'm going to type my prayer here, if that's ok...
Lord God,
I lift Meghann and her little one to You in prayer. Please work in her to keep the baby safe inside her for as long as possible, so that when the time finally comes for the baby to be delivered, that it may be healthy and strong. We know You can do anything and surpass all medical expectancies, so we ask You to intervene right now. Send Meghann Your peace, so that she might be able to stay as calm as possible.
Amen.
Hugs to you Meghann. Hang in there.
I am praying for you and your baby Meghann!!
Oh, Meghann. Praying for you, Simon, and your little girl. You'll be in my thoughts all day.
Dropped everything and prayed! Will continue to pray for your good health and maintenance of your good counts, the baby's good health and protection as well as a LONGER gestation, and for every hand that is laid upon you or your chart or your medicines or your lab work to be BLESSED by God and filled with Healing!!!
Will be praying for you, your husband, and your precious baby.
You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Prayers for you and the baby Meghann and for the doctor's treating you!!!
Keeping you in my prayers.
I posted on the SC board, but I wanted to post here, too. I will be keeping you in my prayers.
Prayers sent. Be strong in the Lord Meghann and rest in His presence and love.
Sending up prayers on your behalf, honey!!! I hope things go well, and that your little girl is a fighter!!! (((hugs)))
You are in my thoughts and prayers, I hope that all goes as well as possible for you!
Lots of prayers and love to both of you. Stay strong. Hoping the best for you guys!
Sending positive & healing thoughts to you all. I hope that your body responds as it needs to, to keep you both safe & strong.
you are in my constant prayers meghann
Oh Meghann, I don't know you well and have only just recently started reading your blog but my heart goes out to you. You sound so positive and strong and I pray that your little girl can be strong too! Hugs xx
meghann, you and your precious little babe will be in my prayers. i'm thankful that your doctor is giving your baby every moment that is possible.
Dear Meghann, I am sending all my prayers to you, Simon and your precious baby girl. xo
Dear Megan may god bless you and Simon at this difficult time. Dear lord pray or their precious baby girl hugs xo
I am praying for your and your family, Meghann. I am so, so sorry and saddened to learn you are going through this.
Sending hugs and prayers from Virginia to you and your little one.
Sending good thoughts to you and your family.
Heavenly Father,
Please keep both Meghann and that sweet baby healthy and safe. Lord I ask that you would guide her Dr.'s thoughts and lead him to a plan that is good for them.
I also ask that you would keep your hand on Simon's shoulder, to keep him strong while Meghann is trying to keep her baby safe and healthy.
You are in control, and even though we don't know why in all situations, we do know that you love us in all situations.
praying for you and baby girl now!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of need.
My prayers are with you for as much time for your sweet babe and strength and health for you and your whole family. xoxo
Meghann, I am so sorry you and Simon are going through this, I will say a prayer for safe delivery and the good health of you and your little girl.
Still praying for you and your little one!!! I hope things are going well and she's comfy and cozy hanging out for awhile longer!!
Praying for all of you.
Goodness Meghann. I knew you were pregnant, but had no idea you were having complications. My heart goes out to you and I will definitely say lots of prayers on your behalf and your baby girl.
Meghann, I am so sorry to hear you are experiencing complications. I will be praying for you every single day.
I have a very good friend that went through this. She delivered her son at 25 weeks and he was about 99% perfect. So I called him perfect. He recently celebrated his first birthday and is absolutely awesome.
I'll keep you in my thoughts. You can do this!
Your baby girl and your family will be in my constant prayers. Much love and blessings to you all
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