It was nearing midnight, and my night nurse came in. I had fallen asleep, so I figured she was coming in to take my monitor belts off as my monitoring session was from 10 to midnight. Instead it was a little before midnight and Asher's heart dipped. So my nurse had me turn from side to side until it would get back up. I kept turning, but even though his heart would go up, it wasn't going up much over 100. So she called in two backup nurses to be there just in case. As they came in it continued for a little more, until I turned back and forth several times and finally Asher's heart rose back to a great level. Even though it seemed forever, it was 3 minutes, but in that time he went up and down, so it wasn't a true 3 minute dip. Even though hearing his beating heart slow is frightening, I was so glad that God let it occur 5 minutes before my monitors got off. Had we got them off before, I wouldn't been aware of his dip. We decided to keep the monitor belts on the rest of the night to be on the safe side. God truly blessed Asher as his heart beat was strong the rest of the morning.
I then ate breakfast. This morning I added scrambled eggs to my breakfast as I read they can help raise my platelet level. I am doing all I can to get it back up. A nurse practitioner that is helping out Dr. Fitzpatrick while Dr. Contrarez is on her maternity leave them came in. She checked my belly for any tenderness and asked how I was doing. She said she saw that Asher's heart rate dipped, but said he looked beautiful the rest of the night, which was a blessing. Again all praise lifted up to God!
I then fell asleep some as exhaustion hit me again. My nurse then came in and put me back on the monitors for my late morning monitoring session. As I heard Asher's beat strong and had a mini contraction here and there, I waited for my dad to arrive. He was in Evansville picking up his tux, so he told me he would spend the afternoon with me. It was a very special day to get to spend with him as it is his birthday! Happy Birthday, Dad!
Once my monitors were taken off, my dad entered with chocolate milk shakes from DQ for him and me. I was so excited because I haven't had one in so many weeks, and ice cream always brings sunshine to my day! We sat and enjoyed our shakes, while we had a few visitors come by.
First the dietician stopped in. She normally comes on Mondays, but with it being a holiday, she came today instead. She then noted that I had lost a couple pounds, but quickly understood why as I told her I had a few nights of contractions last week where I almost delivered, so I had to watch what I atte as it is always better to fast before a csection. So she was glad to hear they had subsided and see I was drinking a milkshake with my lunch. If you know me well, you know gaining weight has been a battle my whole life. Some say it's a blessing, but I always wish I could just maintain a healthy weight. However, that is how God made me, so I won't complain. My goal is to get my weight back up by Monday, but it just depends in what each day holds contraction wise.
As the dietician walked out, I smiled as Dr. Fitzpatrick walked in. My dad was glad to finally meet him. He again checked on me and was glad to see me in good spirits. He also said that he saw Asher's dip last night, but was glad to see he went right back up. He said as long as there doesn't become a pattern or it stays under with not rising, we will keep on monitoring. If any of the other issues occur, then delivery would be the plan. I then asked him if he could explain my low platelet levels to me. He is so precise and explains things so well, that I knew it would make more sense once he could explain it more clearer. He said my platelets have been up and down, and when I had the steroid shots it helped them rise. Currently they are right on the line of normal, but where they are I still could have a spinal for my csection. If they drop significantly more, then they would use general anesthesia instead to avoid bleeding. He said having low platelet levels is common in pregnant women. That also made me feel better. I felt more at ease after he said I am still fine, and they could rise again during my pregnancy. We will just take it day by day. He then asked about my sister's wedding, and was glad to hear about us using Skype. I thank God for Dr. Fitzpatrick as my high risk doctor because he always finds a way to uplift my spirit and give me hope.
Right after he left, the massage therapist came by and asked if I wanted a massage. I sure did, but I was currently eating, and I wanted to spend time with my dad. So she said she would come back tomorrow. So I look forward to the treat of a massage. Laying in this bed can get uncomfortable at times and with all the excitement over the past week, it would ease my tension.
Finally I finished my lunch and shake. Dad then asked if I wanted to play Uno. So he pulled my tray by the recliner which he had scooted by my bed. Playing with him brought me back to the days in my childhood I cherished so much...the days when my dad, my mom, my sister, my brother, and I would sit around the kitchen table and play rounds and rounds of Uno. We would play other games too. I cherished family game nights. It was back in the days before technology took over and seems to leave out special time with family to play games and laugh together. Playing with my dad reminded me that I want to take a day each week with James and the boys to play games where we can laugh and spend quality time together. My dad and I played about 5 games, and sorry dad, but I was the lucky winner this time. 😊
When it was time for my dad to leave, I told him goodbye, happy birthday, and that I loved him. I felt so blessed that he stopped by and spent time with me. It made my afternoon go faster and feel more bright. Thank you dad for being the greatest dad I could ever ask for. You are my rock and keep me strong. You have taught me to relax and put my full trust in God. How blessed I am to have you as my Dad! I love you so much!
A little later during my late afternoon monitoring session, a knock came to the door. The 5th grade teacher, Ryan, from my school came in to visit. I haven't seen him since that Monday morning at school before this journey began. So it was nice having him here to visit with me and catch up. That is what is so special about my school. I feel like we are a family who care for each other and keep each other strong. Thank you Ryan for stopping by and spending some time with me this afternoon. It meant a lot!
After Ryan left, my mother-in-law and nephew Harley entered the room. They were here to pick up Easton as she would watch him and bring him up to my sister's wedding this weekend as Easton is the ring bearer. As we sat and waited for James and Easton to arrive, my dad messaged me and said that Men's Warehouse had forgot to put his pants to his tux in the bag. With Bonnie here and heading back home, she graciously ran over there and got them to save my dad a trip. My dad was relieved and grateful. Thank you Bonnie for your thoughtfulness! It was greatly appreciated!
Easton and James entered. Easton had spent a day at Kristina's with his buds Josiah and Maverick. He has so much fun today as he got to go swimming and play cars with them. Again, we can't be more blessed to have Kristina and her family in our life. She is an amazing baby sitter, and she is also giving Easton a summer of fun! Thank you Kristina for your kindness in all you do to help us out and make Easton so happy. It means so much to us! 😊
Bonnie and Harley returned shortly after Easton and James got here. She had brought in a treat of White Castle for Harley and Easton to eat. James and I laughed as all Easton wanted were the pickles. So he would open up each burger and grab the pickles to eat. After they ate, they got packed up to head back home. It was hard saying bye to our little buddy as we had spent so much time with him, and now won't see him until Sunday. He gave us and Asher his kisses and I love yous. I wish that he could stay with us, and that we could take him to my sister's wedding. It really hit me. But I then smiled and remembered that I will see him through Skype due to the blessing of technology and still be here fighting for my other little buddy and miracle, Asher! Time would fly and it would be Sunday before I knew it. After all, Easton gets to have a sleepover with his cousin Harley and go to the sitter where Harley goes the next two days. He loves Harley, so I know he would have a lot of fun! Then he will get to dance the night away at his Godmother's wedding. God is blessing Easton again with a weekend of excitement!
Tonight James and I will relax. I pray for a calm night, but am always ready to fight if contractions come. God will lead us to a safe delivery in His beautiful timing.😊
Dear God, Thank You for a day spent with my dad and other special visitors. You again knew I needed visitors to bring sunshine to a cloudy day outside and help me stay strong. May You bless my dad with a very Happy Birthday. Thank You for always bringing smiles and fun to Easton's summer. It keeps him strong and so happy. Thank You for staying beside us in this fight and never letting go. You are the reason why Asher and I are strong and keep fighting. Thank You for holding Asher's hand and making him grow stronger each day. I put my full trust in You and know You will guide us to Your beautiful plan and keep us safe. Your love is everlasting. I You above all things! Amen.
You are amazing prayer warriors. Your love, support, and prayers surround us and give us strength to keep climbing. God has truly blessed us with all of you. Let us unite in prayer with God, Josh, and all the Angels and Saints in this miraculous fight for our little warrior Asher. I know he is smiling inside as your prayers are surrounding him. He is truly a blessing and a miracle from God! How amazing is our God!😊
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