The very best wishes, tatertot - I really, really hope things turn out OK in the end. Never figured out the praying thing, but I’ll be thinking of you. Hang in there - best of luck.
S. Norman
I’ve gone through it myself, Tatertot, I know how scared and helpless you must feel right now.
My thoughts are with you. I very much hope things turn out okay.
Thanks again guys, in the last few weeks you’ve all really been there for me and helped me when I needed it. Since I’ve had to put on a brave front all day for the sake of my son, it really helps more than ya’ll can know to have this place where I can let it out.
I’m taking it as a good sign that I still feel sick as a dog and tired all the time. The bleeding started again this afternoon, but it’s pretty light and if you’ll excuse TMI, no clots.
Tomorrow morning I’m going in for another blood test. They want to compare the levels of pregnancy hormone to the sample they took last night. If all is okay, it should have doubled. On Friday, I see the doctor, and we’re going to do another ultrasound. It’s weird, they do it through the vagina with this strange looking wand contraption that they lube up and put a condom on.
I’ve been lucky to get lots of support, both from my off and online friends. Waiting is still hell, but I’m trying to be philosophic about it.
My husband wanted me to say an extra-special thank you from him, as he’s not been able to get the time off work that he wanted to be with me. He’s glad to know that I have so many people to turn to when he’s not here.
I’m glad to hear you’re sick!
Seriously, that’s a great sign. 
When I was pregnant last, I bled for two weeks. In fact the way I found out was after going to see my gynecologist to find out why my “period” was lasting so long. I was five weeks along at that point. Surprise! (Baby David will be a year old next month.)
I ended up being put on progesterone for the rest of the first trimester. There is some controversy over whether this helps or not, but I do know that for the first few weeks I would bleed again if I tried to taper off the pills.
Whatever happens, I wish you the best.
Thanks for letting me know about progesterone, Cher, if all goes well on Friday, I’ll ask the doctor about it. I think it would be a little too disconcerting to be bleeding all the time.
Congratulations on your happy suprise! For some reason hearing about and seeing healthy babies makes me feel better right now.
Oh Tater; You’re in my prayers, hon.
Take it a day at atime, keep busy, and trust in Him.
Tater, hope all goes well for you and the spud in the oven. Sending good vibes across the ocean!
PS: Got y’alls postcard. Thanks!
tatertot, I had to wait recently for some tests on the ticker, it was less fun than a mouthfull of root canals, and I did get very anxious by the time the results were available (all good in my case). I know how you feel, take care and be well. We all hope for the best for you and yours.
Sili
Good vibes your way, tater. Had to go through a lot of testing w/ my daughter at the end of my pregnancy but she(and I)came through it fine. Here’s hoping your little spud does the same!
Tatertot, I’m offering prayers for you and the babe as well. Take care and try not to worry.
~Ellen
Sending all my thoughts, prayers, and positive vibes your way. Well, your way, and the way of Wally’s family.
Good for y’all that they’re not limited in quantity, eh?
Try not to worry, and get your rest.
I truly hope everything’s okay. My thoughts are with you.
{{{{{ttot}}}}}}
Good luck and wishing you all the best. Don’t worry too much, there’s no use in worrying.
Tracy,
I visited your website earlier today, and your pictures of Kayla and Nicholas are adorable. I am hoping that in the not too distant future that a third child will take his or her place on that same webpage. (Oh, and why only one picture of Mommy and none of Daddy?)
In case you visit this page before you check your e-mail, please e-mail me as well as post to this board how things are with you (I have infrequent access during the day but my thoughts will be with you pretty darned constantly)
Have strength, and keep the faith.
Dan
tatertot-
I didn’t see this thread until now, and I want you to know that I will be praying for you and your family.
May God bless and keep you and the baby in his loving arms.
Sending hugs,
Scotti
{{{{{{{{{Tracy}}}}}}}}
Tracy, I am sending positive thoughts your way. I will light a candle for your family today. Hubby and I are trying to conceive right now and we are wishing you the best of luck!
Since you said hearing about healthy babies is helping you, allow me to tell you about my best friend. She bled for the first two trimesters–just like having a period. Doctors recommended blood tests, bed rest, ultrasounds, etc. She was stressed beyond belief–couldn’t go to work, couldn’t eat, couldn’t sleep. Now, little perfectly healthy 6-month old Matilda Jane is the reason Mom isn’t getting any sleep, hot meals, etc.!
Keep your spirits up!
Tatertot you will be in my thoughts tonite as I light my candle for Wally I will also light one for you.
Lots of moms here to help you out and talk to. Another mother of five here chimming in.
Put your feet up, drink lots of water, and when you rest lay on you left side. Put a pillow between your knees and one behind your back. Are you cozy yet?
Mistress Kricket
Tatertot,
How are you today ? Check in when you can. Know we care.
Frankly, things haven’t gone to well today at all. The bleeding has gotten heavier, and I’ve been having a lot of cramping and lower back pain. I’m starting to feel like it might be best to prepare myself for the worst.
On a positive note, when I went in to get blood drawn this morning, I found out the doctor went ahead and ordered pre-natal blood tests as well. They took 6 tubes! He wouldn’t have done that if he thought it was totally hopeless, would he? The doctor is a really nice guy, but impossible to read. Guess they teach 'em that in med school. I felt bad for him, it must be hard to balance the line between not giving false hope and not destroying all hope, either.
DRY, thank you for your kind words, I’ll try and answer your e-mails tonight, but no promises. I did read them, but I was too tired to answer this morning. And I have tons of pics of Johnny, just haven’t loaded them yet. The man is a shameless camera hog. Me, I’m just shy.
Well, tomorrow we will know for sure; I’ll be sure to post the news when I get home. I’ve got a previously scheduled pre-natal class in the morning, I’m not sure if I want to go or not. Might be too emotional.
Thanks again for all the support. Hope I have some good news for ya’ll tomorrow. We’ve had more than our share of the bad lately.
Tracy,
Just another supportive note. You’d said in private e-mail to keep my fingers crossed for you if I was up at 2 in the morning my time. (I’d have sent this via e-mail, but I have my only account at work, and fortunately, I’m not there now. And hey, if my post prompts someone else here to think of you, so much the better.)
I can’t sleep. I keep thinking of you and hoping for the best.
I only wish I could do more to help you, had more to offer, than my prayers, thoughts and friendship.
Be brave and strong, my friend. Someone half a world away is rooting desperately for you, right this very moment.
Love,
Dan