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Wednesday, November 17, 2010

My Second Pregnancy: Would I have another Preemie?

By Alison
full article published at EmpowHER, July 15 2010: http://bit.ly/cO5767

Today, November 17th, is Preemie Awareness Day (through the March of Dimes), and I wanted to say how thankful I am of the traveling nurses we met in the NICU over the 2 weeks for taking such great care of Austin. I still hold them very close in my heart, as they cuddled and cared for all the babies. Since I already had one preemie, and found out I am pregnant again....what were my chances of having a full-term baby?

Having a first pregnancy end in preterm labor was terrifying, and now being pregnant again is anxiety-producing. Our preemie-son, now three years old, is healthy and doing great, but what is in store for this second pregnancy? We wanted another child, and tried for well-over six months, but now I feel this impending doom about my undeniable future labor and delivery.

Can I handle another premature labor? Can I handle another preemie baby?

The reason for my preterm labor is unknown, as the cause was indeterminable. How can I prevent something if I don't even know what I am trying to prevent or guard against?!.

I began searching for information on how to prevent recurring preterm labor, and spoke with my OB/GYN. Fortunately, there is a preventative measure that is relatively inexpensive and manageable, called 17P injections (17 Alpha-Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate). I continue my story describing this treatment, the medical literature...and if it the weekly injections worked: http://bit.ly/cO5767

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