Pregnancy Update – 34 Weeks!!
Ten weeks ago, while hospitalized for preterm labor, I remember the OB doctors telling me how I had a very high chance of delivering our daughter prematurely. Staying pregnant until 34 weeks, although unlikely, was “the goal,” as the complication rate drastically decreases and the survival rate approaches that of a full term baby.. The stressful weeks following that hospitalization passed extremely slowly. But we got here, and I’m extremely grateful for that.
I’ve felt so relieved since hitting the 34 week mark. Babies born at 34 weeks do typically need to stay in the hospital for a short while to ensure they have adequate temperature regulation, glucose regulation, feeding ability, etc. Given this, I still hope to make it to the 36-37 week mark so I can take the baby home with me right away! So, while bedrest restrictions have now been lifted, I’m still advised to take it easy. Not that I can do much anyway! You’d be surprised how deconditioned you become after 10 weeks of extremely minimal activity! I’ve got a lot of work ahead of me.
Congratulations on this milestone! I’ve been following your pregnancy updates, and it’s great to hear that you’ve gotten to 34 weeks.
thank you so much 🙂
You’re still pregnant, this is amazing – and something you’ve worked so hard for! I’m so happy the outlook continues to look sunnier for you all. Continuing to beam you thoughts for a healthy baby and mama.
thank you 🙂 the beams are working!
Congrats on meeting your 34 week milestone! Sending you wishes for several more weeks before baby arrives!
thank you!
Congratulations!!!! So glad you made it to 34 weeks. From my own experience on bed rest you will recover your strength back within a month of delivery.
i hope you’re right! i don’t want to push too hard, but at the same time…
Congrats. 🙂 I think we’re all excited for you. Oh, and I can’t imagine that much bed rest. I’m super restless as it is. Does that mean you watched a lot of TV?
so little tv, i can’t stand sitting there and watching that junk! more books 🙂
By now you’ve made it to 35 weeks, I hope. We tend to call those babies “feeder-growers” in the NICU. Most do very well, and go home in a few days. I hope you’re both well.
nearing 37 now, so close! thank you!!
My biggest congratulations to you love! I hope you are doing well 🙂 Have an amazing NYE celebration with all your loved ones!
XO Jessi,
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Hope you and your little one are doing well. Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year!
thank you! haven’t met her yet, but soon! happy new year 🙂