Unknowns..

Thursday night, we had our first scare. My blood pressure was elevated, and I was feeling off. I was tired, and felt foggy. I had a long day at work with field trips, meetings, and then an after school literacy night I volunteered for. By the end of the night, I was WIPED, but checked my blood pressure just to be safe. It was elevated but I had hoped some sleep would help it go down. I woke around 11 and it was higher than before, and that's when the shakes started. 

As I was trying to decide what to do, I realized... We had NO idea where we needed to go to be evaluated: Wisconsin Rapids, Wausau, or Madison? I called Wausau and got through to a nurse where she acknowledge my levels were elevated, but not to a point where I needed to be seen urgently. She let us decide if we wanted to rest and wait it out, or go in. We decided to rest and wait it out. While going through this though, there were so many thoughts.. "He's not ready." "My body is failing him." "What can I do?" "Am I going to have an emergency c-section?" I've played through so many scenarios in my head to prepare for all of them, including the worst. This scenario was not one that I had thought of or prepared for. Thankfully, after talking through these worries with Josh, I was able to go back to sleep. When I woke Friday morning, my BP was normal, and I felt much better! 

Yesterday, I messaged Madison to see what they recommended and they said to go to Rapids if I need to be evaluated. I messaged Rapids to see what they said, and they gave me the number for Labor and Delivery to call if my blood pressure increases or if I develop any other concerning signs like swelling, headache, etc. 

I had preeclampsia with Ryleigh that wasn't diagnosed until delivery. I've also learned it's fairly common to develop preeclampsia with trisomy babies from what I'm reading in other's first-hand experiences. So I've continued to monitor closely, with some mild elevations, but nothing super concerning at this point. 

Thankfully, this morning my blood pressure was normal! I'm going to continue to watch it carefully, while also getting all the other things ready like our hospital bags, care notes for the older two, etc. 

Please send positive thoughts that my BP stays regulated and that we don't develop any other concerning signs so Milo can continue to grow! He's continuing to be an active little guy which gives us all the reassurance in the world! 

Another huge thank you to all of our village. We have been so blessed with so much love and support this week. Whether it was cards, blankets, meals, checking in, jumping in to help with sub plans, etc. We are so grateful for each and every one of you. 

Thanks for loving Milo as much as we do. 

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