Scarlet Jorlyn Bowler will be born tomorrow at 10:30 am via emergency c section. There is some kind of blockage to her bladder and kidneys and they can't drain. It will be safer for her to be on the outside more than the inside at this point. I have no amniotic fluid and there is none being produced so it is best to have her out.
I'm afraid for her and afraid to have a c section. But I have full confidence in our team of doctors. My specialist is going to do the delivery and I met with an amazing neonatologist today. He was calm and patient and answered all of the questions I had with a wonder nature. I usually have a good first impression of people and I automatically felt good about him. He was very calm as is my specialist Dr. W. I like to associate with calm people. They make me feel safe and in control.
Yesterday was a very bad day because I just didn't know what was going on. Now we have a plan and I thrive on a plan.
I just want everyone to know what is going on. I'm not trying to get pity or attention. I just wanted everyone to know what's going on. Tomorrow I may have pictures of my new, very tiny baby girl.
Thanks everyone for all the kind words. It makes me feel very loved. I have been on blogs and facebook A LOT since I'm trapped in the hospital, tethered to my bed by my evil IV. There isn't even a window in my room!! I feel like an under ground animal!! But it is only temporary. I will be released on Wednesday, but Scarlet will be here for at least 3 weeks.
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Thanks for the updates. After seeing Stewart's wife right after 2 c-sections... I have confidence that you will be just fine. I am sure that Miss Scarlet will be in good hands as well.
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I have faith that she's going to great! Having a c-section definatly sucks! but- at least you're expecting it and can try to prepare yourself for it. Having it sprung on you is horrible! Oh, the anestesia they give you makes you nausious and they dont let you eat real food for at least 10 hrs after. Nor will they let you drink water. My nurse let me have water because I was dieing and I threw it up.. And (sorry) they wont let you leave the hospital until you make #2 after a c-section. Are you guys going to stay with Aunt Treasa and Uncle Raoul for a little bit while Scarlet is in the nicu? I wish the best of luck to the both of you an you're in my thoughts and prayers!
Thank you for the updates - Eugene saying prayers for you and if you need ANYTHING we are there!
And I ditto what Eugene says.
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your little one as well as your family.
XO
I'm glad today went well. I'm looking forward to pictures. I'll have Jed sneak you in some real food tomorrow if you want it. :)
Oh Ashley! Thank heaven for calm doctors and going in with a plan.
I am thinking of you and praying for you and your sweet little Scarlet today and hoping everything goes well and you can escape the hospital asap!
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