Home Rest.....

Ok...Im ready to blog...I had to come to terms with my assessment with my OB yesterday. The doctor has put me on what we will call 'home rest'. I am not to leave the house (I did get permission to pick up Paige from Kindergarten everyday..as long as I drive). I can only leave the house for my ultrasounds and checkups. I need to be laying or sitting as much as possible....at least 3 (3 hour) periods per day. I can be on my feet for less than 20 mins at a time and do occasional stairs( I didnt mention how many stairs are in this place). I am not tied to my bed...I can do laundry as long as Im not hauling, I can prepare light meals as long as they take less than 20mins and luckily I can still work for Mike in short periods. The goal is to keep pressure off the placenta to deter bleeding as long as possible. If or when I bleed it is possible delivery time for baby...and at 27 weeks it is still far too early for him to come. I have a nurse that will check in on me 2 or 3 times a week and a direct link to an ambulance in case of bleeding. Soooo.....that is the update. Im less than thrilled ( a bit teary to be chained down)...but glad Im not stuck in a bed. At least I can do little things to keep this family functioning. I sat down with the girls and explained that getting this baby here..safely and healthy is now a family affair and we are all going to have to work hard. They are anxious to help and most concerned about the baby. I love these girls and am so glad they are willing to pitch in..I love to see their enthusiasm and love for a little brother whom they havent even met yet!