So there had to be one... BabyWaffles has joined us

[Waffle]

Following the monitoring last night, I was admitted for 24-48 hours observation except that the blood test showed really bad results so next thing I know is my OBGYN is there telling me I am having a c section in the next couple of hours due to severe pre eclampsia.

So from popping in for a check up at 17.00 to baby delivered by 22.30...

I am still in a bit of shock but we are both doing well though I'm in ICU and she's next door in NICU. She has been eating and breathing by herself and moved out of the incubator and I am under observation to make sure the HELLP clears up ok.

Here's a pip.

[veganontuesdays]

She.is.GORGEOUS!

I am sorry things happened so fast but glad that you both are safe. Congratulations!

[cakewench]

She's so freaking cute!!!

I'm sorry things happened so quickly, but at the same time I'm glad you popped into the doctor's and they were able to keep on top of everything, and that you and Baby Waffles are doing ok! Congrats!!!

[typo31]

Wow, way to get D17 started in dramatic fashion!! She is so so cute and I'm so glad to hear she is doing well! Take care, mama - congrats!

[jenn83]

Welcome Baby Waffle!!!! She is absolutely precious.

Take care of yourself! I was induced with my first at 37 weeks due to pre-e. It happens so fast. Glad to hear that yall are both doing good.

[kensie5226]

D17's first outside behbeh!!!! Congrats to you. I'm sorry for the dramatic entrance, but I'm so glad they caught the HELLP early and that you and baby waffles are both doing really well.

[rooskie]

Congrats! I’ve been thinking about you. Sorry it all happened so fast, but she is gorgeous.

[sizzleb]

Welcome, baby Waffle!!!

So glad you are both doing well, hopefully you'll be able to go home soon.

[ldubhawksfan]

Hi there baby waffles!!! Congratulations!! Wow I’m sorry that escalated so quickly but I’m so glad you were in good hands that caught it quickly. And that she is doing well all things considered! I hope your condition improves too.

What is her name and stats?!

[jrun2013]

Congratulations! I know this must have been so scary, but I'm glad she's here and you're both doing well!

[sarahandben108]

Woot Woot! She's beautiful! Congratulations Waffle!!! I hope you all have some very uneventful next couple of days and will be able to head home soon.

[belle0720]

Welcome to the world baby Waffle!!

[Waffle]

Forgot to say, she is 44cm and 2,450kgs. First name Ella. Middle name tbc.

[babydsmama]

Congratulations Waffle! She’s beautiful! I’m sorry you had such a crazy time! I hope you’re able to get out of ICU soon! Love her name! 💕

[kim22]

What a beautiful baby @waffles! That must have been so overwhelming and I hope you both recover quickly.

[officedronette]

Welcome Baby Ella!!! She's so pretty! I'm just getting caught up now but I'm glad that they were taking such good and careful care of you, and hope you're back to normal soon!

[jenn83]

Nov 20, 2017 17:36:51 GMT -6 Waffle said:

Forgot to say, she is 44cm and 2,450kgs. First name Ella. Middle name tbc.

Not going to lie - had to use a conversion tool on Google to make sense of the stats. How far along were you when she was born?

[ldubhawksfan]

I love the name!!

[Waffle]

Nov 21, 2017 11:54:11 GMT -6 jenn83 said:

Nov 20, 2017 17:36:51 GMT -6 Waffle said:

Forgot to say, she is 44cm and 2,450kgs. First name Ella. Middle name tbc.

Not going to lie - had to use a conversion tool on Google to make sense of the stats. How far along were you when she was born?

35w1d

[sarahandben108]

How's it going with a newborn Waffle? Are you breastfeeding? Keeping up with the all night wake ups? Newborns are tough but at least they sleep a lot during the day so you can rest up.

[Waffle]

Nov 22, 2017 8:08:50 GMT -6 sarahandben108 said:

How's it going with a newborn Waffle? Are you breastfeeding? Keeping up with the all night wake ups? Newborns are tough but at least they sleep a lot during the day so you can rest up.

I am trying to but I ended up spending two days in ICU so it's only sort of coming in now.

Unfortunately don't have the night issue as she is in neonatal unit and has been fitted with a feeding tube as she is not quite ready to eat by herself.

We might be stuck here for the next 5 weeks, depending on how quickly she gets it.

[sarahandben108]

Nov 23, 2017 8:05:05 GMT -6 Waffle said:

Nov 22, 2017 8:08:50 GMT -6 sarahandben108 said:

How's it going with a newborn Waffle ? Are you breastfeeding? Keeping up with the all night wake ups? Newborns are tough but at least they sleep a lot during the day so you can rest up.

I am trying to but I ended up spending two days in ICU so it's only sort of coming in now.

Unfortunately don't have the night issue as she is in neonatal unit and has been fitted with a feeding tube as she is not quite ready to eat by herself.

We might be stuck here for the next 5 weeks, depending on how quickly she gets it.

Oh no! Hopefully you guys won't have to be there that long. 

[kim22]

Waffle I'm sorry about ICU. Are you still in the hospital now? Will they have a place for you to stay while baby is still in? How is she doing now?

[Waffle]

Nov 24, 2017 6:40:27 GMT -6 kim22 said:

Waffle I'm sorry about ICU. Are you still in the hospital now? Will they have a place for you to stay while baby is still in? How is she doing now?

She is doing well, the only issue is feeding, she is basically not quite ready yet.

Luckily I have very good insurance with work so I get to stay in the same room at maternity while she is in the nicu one floor up.

[officedronette]

Fingers crossed she gets it soon Waffle. I'm glad you're able to stay close by in a comfortable room.

[sizzleb]

Thinking of you today Waffle. I hope E is able to learn to feed sooner than expected and you can both go home soon!