Monday, November 3, 2008

11/3 Update

Had a crazy night last night. I started having some contractions, which wasn't unusual, but had enough for them to give me a shot to stop them again. Instead of stopping as usual, they got more frequent and stronger. They gave me another shot along with another dose of my regular meds to stop contractions and it didn't seem to be working. Keep in mind that my temp was continuing to go up and I felt crappy and also, the side effects of the shot is a racing heart and anxiety. After all of this, I started losing a ton of blood...more than usual.

They decided to transfer me to labor and deliver, from the high risk maternity area that I'm normally in. They had already given me everything they could for the time being, so I couldn't get any more meds to stop the contractions and we just had to wait and see. After a few hours of contractions, they finally started to go away! They gave me another ultrasound to check positions and my dialation and Baby A is still breech, and is folded up with her butt down bumping my cervix and Baby B is still transverse, which means side to side, not up and down. The tech said it looks like my cervix is about 3.7cm dialated, so it's a little more than the 3cm that I was last Sunday. I was feeling pretty good until my nurse told me they just delivered a 21 weeker at only 4cm dialated. Thanks for that bit of information!

Anyway, I have lost so much blood over the last week that I am pretty anemic and with last night's episode, they decided that I needed a blood transfusion. I am currently getting 2cc of blood in me as I type. I haven't had any more contractions, which is great news, and I should be moving back to my old room soon and out of L&D. On a side note, I really feel like I was coming down with an infection, because I was starting to get all of the signs (elevated white blood cells, high temps, not feeling good), but all of the signs are completely gone at this point. Praise the Lord for that! Last night after I came to L&D, I was also really calm and just knew that I was not about to deliver. I just felt like it wasn't time yet, so I know God is letting me know He is here.

29 comments:

MooreMama said...

So glad that you are feeling God's Peace there with you. I'm thinking of you and praying for you, DH, and the girls.
Love,
Jessica from bbc

Anonymous said...

Jenell- Hang in there, I am glad to hear that the babies are staying in there and you feeling better. Think of you everday and pray things are going well.

Shari

Allison (Dashiell's Mom) said...

Jenell - You are constantly in my thoughts. You're an inspiration. I'm amazed by how calmly and gracefully you're handling everything. May you continue to be surrounded by peace and love.

Allison

Anonymous said...

Jen,

I love you so much, and even though I am in the same hospital room as you as I type this, I want everyone to know how much I admire your strength, faithfulness to the Lord, and noble positivity during this rough time. You are truly an inspiration to me, and I want to tell you how incredible you are (Proverbs 31:28-29). Keep trusting our Lord - the Great Physician. I know you and our girls are in the palm of his hand right now.
God, please give us even more strength and peace during this trial, and show us and our little girls Your grace and mercy. Thank You for my wonderful wife, and please continue to pour out Your love and healing power on her and our two little ones. In Jesus' Name, Amen!

I love you Jenell.

Your husband

Sara said...

Praise the Lord! Thank you for updating Jen. Love you!

B's Mom said...

Your faith is inspirational.

Jenny said...

Thanks for all the updates! Love you and praying for you.

Unknown said...

"Then your light shall break forth like the morning, Your healing shall spring forth speedily, and your righteousness shall go before you; The glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard. Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; You shall cry and He will say, 'Here I am'". Isaiah 58:8-9
Jen and Rob, you both are amazing and strong. The Lord is going to bless you for your faith and perseverance through all of this. It was so good to see you and we are continually praying. You both are a testimony and an example to all of us. Love you SO much!

Anonymous said...

jen- i wanted you to know that i am praying for you constantly. you are such an amazing aunt. you are such a strong woman to be able to handle this. you really are an inspiration. i love you aunt jen
brooke

anne kelley said...

Jen I just wanted to let you know that I am praying for you and the babies. I believe God can perform miracles. We just have to put our trust in Him. My computer is down so i am at the library, i will be checking your blog when i can. Just know that you are in my prayers.

(Anne-your moms hair dresser)

Jennifer said...

I am praying...more then you know.

I just started following you and I find my self praying for both of you precious children all the time.

Marissa said...

Jenell - I have so much faith in the Lord right now (haven't had that for a long time) - I know he will carry you and your family through this.
Marissa

Melinda Turansky said...

Janell it is so good to hear that you are so positive in this time. I am praying for God's continual hand in your life. May He bless you today. Melinda T.

Anonymous said...

Janell- you don't even know me, but I feel like I know you. I am Melissa's friend from Murrieta. We've all been praying so much for you and the lil' ones during this whole thing. I can't tell you what an encouragement it is to hear of your strength and trust in our God during all of this!
Eph 1:15-21. May God continue to give you the ability to persevere during this time. Psalm 94:17-19.
--Hollie Melland

Anonymous said...

Jenell -

Just wanted to let you know that the March 2009 mommies are thinking about you and the twins!

What an night. You are all such fighters.

Angela March 2009 co owner

Unknown said...

Jenny-

I just wanted you to know that you've got another friend praying for you and your family. I'm really grateful to you for keeping us updated and sharing your experiences with us all.

business girl said...

Jenell... You are such a warrior. You are an inspiration to us all. Your family is in my prayers.
Cindy from BBC

Anonymous said...

What a night Jenny! I am soooo glad to hear the signs of infection have vanished. You just keep telling those beautiful girls of yours to wait, they are just where you need them to be right now. Getting closer and closer to 24 weeks, keep up the good work momma! And Rob, what a great husband you are. We are thinking of you just as much as Jenny and the girls. You have an amazing family and are so very lucky to have each other. Wish we could be there with you, but your buddies are right here thinking of you every second of the day. We love you so much. Take care of each other and call when you can. Love you all!! Love, Jerry and Amy

Anonymous said...

Hey darlin! I put the word out to one of my good friends and this is what she sent back to me...

Let Jennell know she has ALOT of prayers going out today. Matthew 18:20 (The Message) "When two of you get together on anything at all on earth and make a prayer of it, my Father in heaven goes into action. And when two or three of you are together because of me, you can be sure that I'll be there."

There are a lot more than two or three of us coming together asking the Lord to bless you all! He is with you (and so are we!)

Lot's of love!

Kandace

Anonymous said...

Jen and Rob,
I just can't express how much love I have for you both and my two little nieces. You all are being so strong and positive. Stay strong you two. You have an amazing group of friends and family pulling for you all. As Kandace said before, there are definately more than two coming together for you all!

Anonymous said...

Hi Jenell and Rob,
This is Gina Basham, Kim's friend from the Christian School in Paradise. She told me of your story and I am so inspired by the both of you. My husband and I also live in Cameron Park, so please let us know if there is anything we can do for you...we mean it:) Once things settle down for the two of you, we would love to invite you over and get to know you better, since we actually live in the same town:) We're praying for you and your little girls. Blessings to the 4 of you!

Anonymous said...

Jenell and Rob. My prayers are with you and your beautiful twin daughters. I am sure you will get to know and love them for years to come. A friend sent me your story and asked me to pray as I have twin boys and know the fear you have at both the blessing and the complexity of the situation. Draw strength from our Lord and continue to love each other and your family to be. Love and peace be yours. Sharon in California.

BlogMan777 said...

Hey Jen!

I'm so happy to know that you have a blog that we can keep track of how you are doing and know best how we can pray for you. I just spoke with Rob and got somewhat of an update, but this is great. On a side note, I wanted to find out where you were at so we could come and visit you sometime soon. I know you must be getting bored in there, and I had recently bought (and watched) the first two seasons of Friday Night Lights on DVD. I know you are also a fan, so when we can make it down I will try and bring you the seasons so you can pass some time. I know God is going to continue to take good care of you and the babies and just know that we are praying for you! God bless you and keep your chin up. You are right, He is with you!

-Jeremy & Faith

Pam said...

We are so glad that you and the babies are safe. We are very happy to hear your faith is strong. You are a fighter and an amazing person!!!

MuchAfraid said...

I friend told me about you, my family is praying and fasting for your family.
Brena Sun

Anonymous said...

I just found your blog ... know that I am praying for you and your family as you continue to wait and count down the days. I am cheering for your baby girls - hang in there babies!

Anonymous said...

Hey Jen and Rob! I am so amazed by reading your blog each day and to see your strength and trust in God. It is so awesome to see how far you have come and how close you are to 24 weeks. Just reading all these comments is so inspiring just to see the amount of people praying and that care so much! You guys are such an inspiration to all of us! I love you guys and pray for even more strength and patience for you as this last little bit goes by. Hang in there! Love Kim

Jenniffer said...

You don't know me but I am a friend of the Sparks. I was very familiar with your blog for Makenna which Sara had told me about. At the time I had just lost my son Ethan who was born prematurely and went to be with the Lord after only one hour. Your story has moved me and your current situation only adds to that. I am inspired by your faithfulness to the Lord and your ability to lean on Him and trust Him. You are an example of His grace.

You are all in my prayers and I am pulling for these precious girls along with you as are others whom I've told about you. I pray for your continued strength through this all and God's peace to remain upon you.

- Jenniffer

Anonymous said...

I just wanted to send you some cyber hugs and say that your in my prayers.You story made me cry.Please be gental on yourself.The music on you blog is beautiful