Trying to Keep Peanut Safe!

Hello everyone. Just wanted to give a quick update. On Wednesday, I started bleeding and cramping. I went to see Dr. Lo. He discovered that my cervix was not as "long" as it should be at 31 weeks. My blood pressure was also high (I still think that's due to anxiety). He scheduled a test for preeclampsia and sent me to see Dr. Levine (Omaha) this morning. Dr. Levine performed a very detailed ultrasound and discovered I have the following: 1) More fluid around the baby than he would like to see; 2) a "mature" placenta - more mature than he would like it; 3) contractions (cannot feel). He has put me on a strict protein diet for the fluid, complete rest at home after work and on weekends (thankfully I can still work), and a prescription to stop the contractions. I really feel that Dr. Levine has everything under control. Well, as much as he can control anyway! He is a great doctor and was able to explain everything and we're confident in his diagnosis and treatment. For now, I will do one test over the weekend, see Dr. Lo on Tuesday and also have another test done requested by Dr. Levine, and see Dr. Levine on June 4th. At this point, I'm definitely hoping to make it to 36 weeks - June 24th! We would sure appreciate all prayers during this time! I will try to update everyone a little better, but for now, I'm exhausted! Thanks for everything! Love, Kari