Risks of Losing an Unborn Child

My first inclination would be maybe to get a 2nd opinion. My first child was a c-section. I am prego with # 2 now. With my first he was a premie due to my high blood pressure. It was much too high (170/120). They couldn't stabilize it so my OB decided to induce. Unfortunately I didn't dialate enough for a vaginal delivery, so they had to open me up. My OB did say she would've like to see me wait a little longer for this pregnancy, but it would be okay. I can't imagine it would be too much different for you. I hope all turns out well. Most importantly don't over worry yourself and take care. Don't stress, that's not good for the baby either.

all you have to do is pray to god and he will give you the anwser you need

What does your doctor say? Does she tell you to get bed rest? I don't know for sure, but it sounds like you will be bed ridden during this pregnancy. Whatever you do, don't push and overwork yourself. You must REST REST REST your body as much as possible...get off your feet and get horizontal. Do you have help at home with chores, childcare etc? If not, GET IT. I am here to tell you, you don't want your baby to be born prematurely. I have twins at 25 weeks weighing 1 1/2 lb. each. They were in the hospital for three months. Preemie babies at this age can survive with modern technology, but alot of times there are so many life long complications, and believe me you don't want this to happen. One of my twins was one stage from blindness and is visually impaired with limited vision. Please whatever you do, take care of yourself, get help with the kids and chores. DO NOT push yourself. Listen to your body (and the doctor). And by all means, don't do anything to stimulate the uterus, if you know what I mean, such as having sex. I'll say a prayer for you. Take care.
p.s. The doctor who ended up seeing me and delivering in the medical center due to the emergency was a high risk specialist named Brian Kirchon ###-###-####. I only saw him twice before my twins "popped" out, but I was very impressed with him. He has wonderful bedside manners and is extremely knowlegable.

I'm also pregnant with baby number three and my other two children were c-sections as well. My boys are currently 21 mos and 11 mos (they're only 10 months apart) and the new baby only will be 14 months behind the younger one. I was told not to get pregnant after each of my kiddos so the uterus had time to heal, but trust me, it's not like I planned on having them this close together! Babies are most definetly a blessing to us. I haven't had the slightest problem with this pregnancy. At almost 7 mos, this baby is VERY active and all my OB visits have been great - no problems for me or baby. The only advice I can offer is to listen to your body and slow down. Some days the boys run me down and though I should fold laundry or clean what's most important is taking care of this new baby. If you feel that your OB isn't listening to you or you feel uncomfortable with her, then I'd find a new one. I did after my last baby and my new OB is WONDERFUL - he's in McAllen. He has never made me feel bad for our decisions. Sorry if this isn't much help, but I promise you're not the first person this has happened to and there are people who can help.

Hi A.,

I had three c-sections and was told the same thing after my four year old was born (not the part about if it were tapped it would burst but that it was thin) Three months later I was pregnant again and I have a beautiful healthy three year old running around crazy now. Just try to take it easy during your pregnancy but you should do that anyway right. I didn't have a terrible pregnancy at all, very normal. Talk to your doctor about your concerns and he/she should give you some reassurance and good advice. I'm not sure it was a very good idea for your last doctor to have said such a thing about your uterus in the first place (the part about if she tapped it, it would burst). Don't get me wrong, I know the risks of rupturing after csections but that is not until delivery and very rare. I mean if a doctor told me that just a tap would burst my uterus i would also be scared to death, those babies kick you like they are going for a field goal! Maybe you should check out other doctors, even thin they are very strong and very capable of carrying a full term healthy baby. Hang in there, you'll have a healthy baby before you know it!

M.

A.,

Every pregnancy has risks. You just happened to get one risk pointed out to you. Yes, C-sections scars are a big risk, the biggest risk being that your uterus ruptures. This wouldn't happen until toward the end of your pregnancy though. I can't think of any thing that would make your pregnancy harder. You will need to be closely followed toward the end of your pregnancy and your doctor may want to schedule your surgery a little earlier. Be open with your doctor about your concerns. I have taken care of patients in your situation who when they had there next c-section the scar wasn't as thin as before and others who's scars were just as thin. It is all about how the uterus stretches of which you have no control. Good luck and if you don't find the support you need from you doctor find one who will. Good luck and take care

I believe babies are a blessing. After a very tough pregnancy (preeclampsia, bed rest, then hospitalized post partum 2 wks w/ bp of 220/110) with my number 3, I found out I was pregnant with number 4...they are just barely 12 months apart. I thought I was crazy for "going through with it" at first. But what were my options? I know it is a huge debate and I am all about everyone's personal private rights. But again...really...what were MY options?

I don't know about your specific medical problem. I was facing my blood pressure being crazy and possible bed rest for my whole pregnancy and not with two kids this time but with a baby to add into that mix. So I know how scared you must be with all the what-ifs. I never had to be on bed rest, never had any problems with number 4.

I would highly suggest seeking the advice of a perinatologist. They specialize in high risk pregnancies before I made any decisions. Ob's mean well, but this type of dr has seen worse, so they can better evaluate your needs. They also can give you a more realistic view of what to expect. They will decide whether you need to see the perinatologist through out your entire pregnancy or periodically or just see your OB. If you have to have a referral and your OB gives you a hard time about seeing the perinatologist-it is worth throwing a fit about in my opinion. Just for peace of mind if nothing else.

I know I am not much help. Hang in there. What ever you decide will be right for your family. Those are the people that you have to make happy and take care of, so keep that in mind. Take care of you!

A.
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