Back on the Pump

Well, it seems that my emotions have settled down since my last post. That is a huge blessing! I was a wreck for a few days and the nicer people were to me, the worst it seemed to get. I appreciate everyone’s kind and supportive words. I have had several visitors and appreciate everyone taking time out of their busy schedule to stop and visit. It has made the time go by faster!

The last several days have been good overall. I have had a few times where the contractions picked up to every 3-4mins and they had to give me additional meds to calm them down. I have found that it is more of an art than a science when trying to stop the contractions. I had a different doctor on rounds this morning and he wasn’t to try a new approach. Today, they stopped the Magnesium and started me back on the terbutaline pump. So, we will see how that goes! I haven’t had many contractions in the last several hours. However, all the meds have caught up with me and I have been groggy and nauseous most of the day. I am so thankful I wasn’t sick all of my pregnancy. Despite feeling not that great, it is nice to not be tied down with all the IV tubes. So, we will pray that the pump will work for a while and give me a break from the Magnesium.

At times it can be frustrating working with many different doctors and nurses who all have a different approach and style. But, it has really taught me not to put my faith in man and man’s wisdom, but to trust that God will direct all their decisions. As I look at the clock, I realize I have been here 10 days. Let's pray for at least another 10!