30 Weeks

Well we went for our 30 week visit yesterday. When the nurse asked me if there were any concerns and I said, "I think I might have lost my mucus plug," she said, "I'll get the doctor." Sure enough most of it is gone, but after checking out my cervix it is still sealed shut. She did do a test that will tell her if I'm going into preterm labor. She mentioned that it is a little early to have this happen, but we aren't going to stress yet. However, we really need her to stay in there for at least 6 more weeks. I want her as well done as possible! I spoke to my nurse this morning and she said she would call if the test comes back positive. That pretty much means I won't be going to work next week, and I'll have a lot of restrictions. On the flip side, if she doesn't call that means I'm not going into preterm labor and I can finish up school. That is what we are praying for right now.

She did have me hooked to a monitor that records McKenna's heartbeat, kicks and any contractions I am having. Apparently during the 20 minutes I was on the monitor I had one contraction. My doctor didn't seem too worried about that. I think her main focus is getting the results from the test and seeing what we need to do to stop it. So, please keep us in your prayers. Although we are excited about seeing our baby girl, it isn't the right time yet. My goal is to have our girl and bring her home from the hospital. I'll post pictures later and I'll keep you updated. Right now I'm just praying I don't hear from my doctor!