Sunday, November 30, 2008

Exhausted

Thank you so much for your kind thoughts for our little girl. She is holding stable for now and gaining a tad bit of weight so that is truly a great thing! The last few days have been a roller coaster. For some reason I'm having some problems with some delayed uterine bleeding. My OB prescribed some methergine that I have been taking the last few days. I'm having some postpartum bleeding and feel like I've been hit by a mack truck. Brynn is being a trooper and trying to gain some weight and I'm trying to hold my own at the same time. I think the reason I feel a little shaky is that my nutritional status hasn't been the greatest since the delivery for the reasons that you already know. I want so much to be there for our little girl, but I feel so exhausted because I'm run down myself. Tomorrow is a whole new day and I can't wait for some new beginnings for us all. We're waiting to see if things slow down or if I need some outpatient surgery so we'll see what Monday brings. So I'm spending most of the last few days pumping and supplementing with some formula for Brynns's feedings. The most important thing right now is that Brynn continues to gain weight and have her renal and liver function tests improve. My stuff can wait a few more days and we're just hanging tight for now I could honestly care less if my stuff needs to take a back seat for a few more days - I just want Brynn to do well, you know? I think it's just a matter of time before we are all home and stable I can't wait for us all to be able to look at our Christmas tree and just lay around an be lazy bums with some Christmas carols playing in the background. That'll be a great day indeed!

41 comments:

nancy said...

I've kept you both in my thoughts for so long, what's a few more days, right? ~wink~ But really, I'm hoping everything gets put behind you so soon. You had such a hard time, these little setbacks just aren't fair. Here's to a new month. ~hugs~

Jesus, My Best Friend said...

Praying for you both. I was just wondering about you on my way home from my in-laws tonight. God bless!

kaaron said...

You sound exhausted, dear. I am surprised that this is just now the title of a blog post.

Glad to hear your little girl is doing better. I hope you do too. Sorry to hear about the bleeding; I certainly hope it resolves without more surgery.

XOXO,K

Evil Stepmonster said...

Thinking of you both and hoping for rapid improvements all round.

Anonymous said...

oh no, your birth story is starting to sound a little like mine, with one thing happening after another... You will get through it though. I'll be thinking of you and Brynn.

Cibele said...

Oh my friend, I hope this day comes soon. You deserve a break! I can only imagine how tired you are. Take care of yourself okay? Glad to hear that your baby girl is getting better. Hugs

Lost in Space said...

Many hugs, Sara. I'm glad to hear that Brynn is holding stable and gaining some weight. She has been quite the little fighter from day 1!!

Please take care of yourself too. You have been through so much!!

I hope you are all home relaxing by your tree so very soon.

Monkey's Mama said...

So glad to hear the babe has gained a teeny bit of weight. Once everyone is stable things WILL get better...wonderful and amazing, even! You've all had such a rough road. Please try to get a little rest here and there. Everything else can wait.

..al said...

So nice to hear that Brynn is gaining weight. And your exhaustion is natural. I hope that your whole family does get around to feeling better as the days go by. All the best!

Geohde said...

I will be thinking of you both.

If it's any consolation, one of my twins ended up readmitted after her discharge for similar reasons...she lost weight. It's common with minor prematurity.

I shall think fattening thoughts :)

xx

J

Lisa said...

Sara -

I am sorry to hear that things are so rough for you right now. On a good note, that is wonderful about Brynn gaining weight. Hoping things get better for the both of you and that you all can head home for some nice rest and relaxation. Wishing I could help you more, but I will keep you in my prayers!!

SassyCupcakes said...

I hope you get to lay around and be lazy together soon. So glad to hear she's putting on weight, I'm thinking growing thoughts for her.

Your bleeding sounds worrying. I hope they can get that sorted soon and you feel better soon.

Jen said...

Sara, you and your family have been through so much. I know you are exhausted and Brynn is a fighter. Do whatever you need to, to keep up your health. Continue to let your family help you these first couple months. You and your baby need to take baby steps into this next phase of joy.

Morrisa said...

I am so so sorry that I haven't been commenting lately. I have been reading though. I just wanted you to know that you and Brynn are still in my thoughts and prayers! I'm hoping and praying that all of these setbacks will be behind you soon so you can enjoy your little miracle!

Michelle said...

Im sorry you have to keep going through one thing after another. Hang in there. I am praying for you and Brynn. ((HUGS))

HereWeGoAJen said...

I'm sorry you are having to go through even more! But I will be thinking about you guys and I have faith that you'll be by that Christmas tree in no time.

Mazzy said...

I am praying for you guys, Sara. I know Brynn is a tough little fighter and you have such strength... keep fighting.
*hugs*

Martha@A Sense of Humor is Essential said...

Please take good care and I so hope you get some rest. I'm so glad Brynn is gaining wt and labs are better. Lots of ((Hugs)), prayers, and GREAT Wishes for you two ladies to be in the Pink of health and at Home Sweet Home w/J!
Thank you so much for your sweet comment, means so much.

Cara said...

The balance between taking adequate care of yourself and Brynn is so hard! For months YOU were put first and foremost as you carried her. Now, you want to focus entirely on her (I totally get that!) and you body still needs attention.

Wow - what a road for you. Still praying.

Anonymous said...

Dear Sara, you and little Brynn have been in my prayers every day. You both are so strong you have been through so much. I believe that both of you will be just fine in no time. Please take care of yourself too Brynn needs you more than ever. All the best and Happy Holidays Martina
My little boy is 32 weeks now and over 3 lb. Still in NICU

Tracy said...

Oh, Sara. Eat, drink, sleep, be well. Your little girl is in good hands and needs her mommy tobe healthy, too. I'm thinking about all of you and sending love your way.
xoxo

KH99 said...

Sara, I keep waiting for you to have some calm days. Bless your heart...you definitely deserve them. Please get lots of rest and you three are in my thoughts as always.

Heather said...

You and Brynn are in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care of you. I had some issues with postpartum bleeding when I had Phoebe, but they went away after my doctor sternly told me to rest and that I wasn't allowed to take the stairs more than once in the morning and once at night. That helped.

Aunt Becky said...

Sending you three healing vibes and keeping you all in my prayers. Take care of yourself as best you can, Sara. I know how hard that is with a new baby.

Anonymous said...

You and your family are in my prayers.

Two Shorten the Road said...

I hope you and Brynn are both feeling better soon!

Sully said...

I know I've been scarce around these parts lately, but just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Pulling for little Brynn 100%! xoxo

Adriane said...

I so hope Brynn is doing better. I am thinking of you all so much.

I had to take methergine after very heavy postpartum bleeding. I ended up passing a large placental fragment. Please rest and take care of yourself- it's the best thing you can do for your little angel! If you have a fever, call your Dr immediately.

Hugs to you and your little Brynn!

Jill said...

Bless your heart. Don't forget that Brynn needs you to take care of yourself as well...even though I totally get that she is your first priority. :)

Praying you feel better and that you guys are home as a family very soon.

((HUGS & LOVE))

Carrie27 said...

I just wish you all could catch a break already. Enough is enough!

I wish I could be there to give you all a break even if I could bring you a big fat milkshake!

I know it is hard to worry about you, but try and rest when you can so Brynn can have all of your attention.

Just Me. said...

Oh gosh, Sara. I can't imagine what you must be going through. It does sound all too exhausting. I don't know how you do it. You know, if i were there, I would definitely try to help you guys out, in little ways..taking care of Neela, bringing food to the hospital for you guys.. You guys have been through so much.

December's already here. I hope Brynn comes home with you guys.

Big hugs, Sara to you, Brynn and your DH. I'll keep you in my prayers.

Chastity said...

I hope your little family has lots of boring days at home in your very near future!!

Anonymous said...

Wishing you all well and hoping Brynn will be home with you both soonest.

On My Mind 24/7 said...

Oh Sara, make sure mommy takes care of herself too! Brynn needs a strong mommy there for her, so don't forget about taking care of you!

Debz said...

I have been sick, but I hope that today is a better day for you all. I hope that Brynn is doing better and you all are moving along the path to recovery.

Love you!!

Anonymous said...

Sara,
I'm so sorry the road has gotten bumpy again. you are in my thoughts.

Beautiful Mess said...

Your whole family is in my prayers.
Hugs,
-D

Meghan said...

Hope you and Brynn are doing well. You're in my prayrs

JJ said...

You all have been on my heart and mind--your sweet girl is going to pull through just fine--she is a fighter! Your positive outlook is always so uplifting--praying for your strength, sweetie.

Momma Val said...

Hang in there! You will have your Christmas tree wish before long. Think that the hormones after childbirth lessen your appetite PLUS the stress and worry probably just make it worse. Take care of yourself too. Once Brynn is better, she will need a strong mommy to take care of her :) You all will be in my prayers!

MissNoAngel (find me on Twitter) said...

Glad to hear you're both holding steady, hope you feel back to normal soon.