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My wife was due 2/19. Was, because it isn't going down like that anymore.
At some point recently (dunno when, or why) her water broke. Not necessary to explain the details, but it wasn't clear at first that's what happened. But it was confirmed yesterday morning, and they admitted her right away.
Friday of this week would be the final day of the 34th week (full term is 40weeks, though they consider anything between 38 and 42 normal). They're doing a test to see how developed the baby's lungs are, as well as doing a round of steroids to help ensure they're good to go. Once they gain a comfort level on that issue, they're gonna do a C-section. Could be this afternoon, could be tomorrow. Maybe Friday. Unlikely longer than that. Then it's NICU for a few weeks. My daughter will be born a tad earlier than we'd expected.
Despite the title I chose, I'm no longer all that freaked out. 34 weeks isn't all that bad nowadays, and Hartford Hospital is good at what they do.
Wish us luck.
-Arrian
At some point recently (dunno when, or why) her water broke. Not necessary to explain the details, but it wasn't clear at first that's what happened. But it was confirmed yesterday morning, and they admitted her right away.
Friday of this week would be the final day of the 34th week (full term is 40weeks, though they consider anything between 38 and 42 normal). They're doing a test to see how developed the baby's lungs are, as well as doing a round of steroids to help ensure they're good to go. Once they gain a comfort level on that issue, they're gonna do a C-section. Could be this afternoon, could be tomorrow. Maybe Friday. Unlikely longer than that. Then it's NICU for a few weeks. My daughter will be born a tad earlier than we'd expected.
Despite the title I chose, I'm no longer all that freaked out. 34 weeks isn't all that bad nowadays, and Hartford Hospital is good at what they do.
Wish us luck.
-Arrian
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