Omaha Appt.

Brad and I left bright and early this morning for our doctor's appointment in Omaha. We arrived around 6:30 am. We had another ultrasound (not as detailed as last time). They measured my cervix and the amount of fluid around the baby. My cervix has continued to shorten. I think it went from 2.9 to 2.2 in the past 2 weeks. I thought maybe this was ok since we are getting closer to arrival time. But, Dr. Levine said it is just too early for this to be happening. Right now, our goal is to get to 34 weeks (next Thursday). They will not stop labor if it starts then. If we can make it to that, our next goal will be 36 weeks so that we can at least deliver in Carroll. I think Dr. Levine thinks we'll be ok, but just to be on the safe side, he decided to go ahead with the steroid shots. I got one today and will get the other tomorrow. Because they can actually cause contractions, I am taking the Procardia (to stop contactions) a little more frequently, if necessary. The side effects of this medicine aren't the greatest. Coupled with the steroid shot, I am not feeling the best tonight. It's been a long day with only a few hours of sleep. I am very hopeful the side effects will subside by Sunday. Dr. Levine instructed that I continue to be off my feet, especially with the heat. And, for once, I can't say I'm too upset with that order. Dr. Levine did comment that he is comfortable with the baby's size. My fluid levels are about the same as last time. So, for now, we are protecting Peanut with the steroids and hoping for 36 weeks. We will go to Dr. Lo on Thursday in Carroll.

Now...on to the REALLY exciting news!! My friend Kim and her husband Joe (such great people) were blessed with a baby boy last night at 10:32 pm!! Benjamin Joseph Wuertz was 9 lbs, 6 oz! That poor momma! Seriously, though, both Mom and Ben are doing great!! We could not be happier for them! The only thing that is driving me crazy right now is that I can't drive to Kansas to see them!! I did get a picture via text message and he is absolutely adorable!! So, Congrats to them!! We love you!!

Thanks for the continued support and prayers...
Love, Kari