Follow Up Doctor's Appt.

I had two follow up visits to the doctor this week. Wednesday, I was given a fetal cell test, my first steriod shot, and a glucose test. The fetal cell test came back negative. This was very good news--meaning--no "sign" of labor in the next 2 weeks. The steriod shot was very painful but the results will be worth the pain. One nurse laughed saying, "The worse it hurts, the better it takes." I'm sure that was only to make me feel better, but I'm taking it to heart and believe this baby is getting every ounce of good from that shot---it hurt!!! The glucose test came back high.

On Thursday, we went back to the hospital for the second steriod short --another painful moment--and to be examined by the doctor again. The doctor was pleased with what she saw. It made me feel great that she was shocked she hadn't seen me prior to today. She was concerned I would have been back sooner with problems. I am scheduled to go back to the doctor in two weeks. At that apt., I will be given another glucose test-a one-hour and three-hour, another fetal cell test (to show signs of labor in the next 2 weeks), and a RH shot.

I am trying my best to stay contained on this sofa--but it's hard to stay put. I get bored very easily and there's much to be done. Any other time a doctor's order to sit on my hiney for 3 months would be welcomed. Tonight I had another surprise with more spotting. After another phone call to the doctor, I will probably be heading to a specialist in the morning. Hopefully--all will settle after a good nights sleep.

Please continue to pray for this precious little soul--For it's strength and paitence to stay put! Also for John and I--this roller coaster ride is scary for us both. John is having a tough time going to work each day and leaving me here through all of this--although he knows its important to save his days for the future if needed. Thanks for all of your prayers so far. We already know that God is working. Although I am thinning and the baby is low, no more dialation currently, the spotting starts and stops and the baby is still looking strong!