Update on Amanda (Adgal)...A little sad news

[prevatt77]

Amanda went for an ultrasound yesterday.  They told her that the placenta stopped supporting Ryder at 35 weeks and that she had no amontic fluid in the sac and that he was having a hard time breathing.  They told her to get to L&D ASAP.  She actually drove herself to the hospital in a severe panic (who wouldn't be...)  When she got to the hospital they did an emergency C-section.  Ryder was born last night at 7:30 p.m. (Canada time), he was 4 lbs 14 ozs and was 42 cm which is 16 1/2 inches long (if my measurements are correct).  He is in the NICU and will be staying there for a few days and she believes she will be coming home tomorrow or Monday.  Ryder is breathing on his own, but his sugar count is a little low.  She was able to nurse him today and it went very well.  She said he is the most beautiful little boy she has ever laid eyes on.  He has dark blonde hair and blue eyes.  She also said he is very very tiny, but just perfect to her.

She wasn't able to call anyone or give an update on the computer because she went right from her ultrasound to the hospital.  She actually left her wallet with her numbers in them where she had the ultrasound at.

She sounds really good, in good spirits and say's she can't believe she is finally a mommy and holding her beautiful son.  Let's please say and extra prayer for Ryder, but she's been assured that he is going to be just fine.  

Debbie

[SoCalTricia]

How scary for her! When I saw that you said sad news, my heart skipped a beat. But what a relief that everyone will be fine. Her and her little boy are definately in my prayers...

Tricia

[prevatt77]

That's why I said "little"  she had me scared to death when I was talking to her on the phone and she was telling me all the detail and I just yelled "Is Ryder Okay"  and she finally told me yes, then we went back to the details.

[blueeyedtabbycat]

Thank you for the update! How scarey for Amanda, I cant imagine the drive to the hospital! I am so glad she had the u/s and they found out soon eneough. Im sure Ryder is just perfect and I cant wait to see pictures and hear from Amanda!!!

[Jeanie20]

I got so scared when I saw sad news too.  I said OMG this poor girl has been through enough don't let something go wrong with the baby but then when I read on I knew that the baby was going to be just fine.  I am so happy I was crying just b/c I know that this has been such a long road for Amanda.  I am happy that she is a mommy now.  Her little boy Ryder will be just fine.  My 1st set of twins were born at 34 wks and my son weighed 4 lbs 6 oz and my daughter weighed 4 lbs 2 oz so they were tiny too but they were perfect to us.  He will be fine just like my 2 were then and are now.  Please congratulate her and wish her the best from me.  We hope to see pictures posted soon.  Take care.  

[melimeli]

OMG I am so glad that she went in.. Didn't she think she was leaking fluid a while back.. how weird that when she fainted she got an u/s didn't she???  I am so glad he is ok...  wow our amanda is a mommy now

[oceanv]

Jeez, I almost had a heartattack, I'm so glad she was able to deliver him and he is being cared fore in the nicu. I had a bad feeling when we hadn't heard from her and I was thinking she might be having a c-section. I'm so glad they are both okay.

Congrats to them,
Joanne

[prevatt77]

When she went to L&D for the fainting, they only hooked her up to the monitor to check Ryder's heart and everything looked good, the next day she had her OB appointment and they did some blood work and they were sending her for an ultrasound on Friday and that is when they found everything and she went right over to L&D.

[pertykitty]

omg i am so relieved it is ok!!! yes he is perfect, i can totally relate to his size.  i cant wait to see pics, im so proud of you amanda, he is finally here!!!!!   did her dh make it for the delivery? this has turned out to be quite the day for baby news here in medhelp land, someone has been watching over us hasnt he?  

[ita17]

Thanks for the update.  I'm so glad that she was able to deliver him before it could get worse.  I'm sure Ryders in good hands ;)
I was worried something wasn't quite right, so happy for her that they both were taken care of immedietly.

[ita17]

Oh, & I just remembered that my mom's placenta too gave out when she preggo w/little ol'me;)  I was born 2 weeks post her due date, & had been loosing weight & I was 5 pounds 4oz. & w/ SUPER long nails, I guess even though I was receiving the propper nutrients I should have the last few weeks, my nails kept growing & growing!

I know Ryder will be just fine, I was & that wa 40 years ago!

[Juliaschill]

Oh thank GOD he has been good to us this week!!!!!!! I am so happy I have been going crazy! I am so happy, Yeh!!!!!!!!! our boy is here!! Way to go MOMMIE and Daddy, hugs to all can't wait to see him. Love  you girl give that little man a great big bear hug from me!!!!!!!!!!

[prevatt77]

Yes, Warren did make it in time for the delivery.

[Juliaschill]

Oh good they must be so happy!!! thank you so much for the post I was going crazy!!

[m3lanie]

wow what a miracle survival, bless that little soul! A little fighter to survive 3-4 weeks without nutrients from a placenta that stopped supporting him at 35 weeks and no amniotic fluid! How did he survive!??  Is that even possible to live without food and water
for 3-4 weeks? That is one real miracle baby. Whew.

[Helen72]

OMG!!!  I am glad she had that u/s done.  So relieved she and Ryder are OK.
Thanks for the update!

[MommieAt50]

Glad to see you have your little man I have heard alot about you and wish you the best!

[tbeards]

Oh, what good news that mom and Ryder are doing well! I figured she had him due to her not being on MH. Wow, 4 lb 14 oz., that is little. My biggest twin born at 33 wks was 4 lbs 11 oz. and she was soooo tiny. She is now in the 75% for weight and height at 11 months LOL! I am sure Ryder will do very well!

[Pum]

I am so relieved to read this. I'm so pleased she got checked out and all is fine. Dear little Ryder will be fine. I'm sure she will wonder what's hit her in a few days.

[Ladybugbc]

I am so pleased to hear the outcome of the story. Thanks for posting this Debbie and I woke up this morning to see if there are any updates from Amanda. It's so awesome that they were able to find what was going on inside and I am thrilled that little fighter Ryder arrived safe and sound. Congratulations to the proud parents!!!

[Victoria01]

When I saw the title to this post, I was so afraid to open it. I am so happy that she made it to L&D and little Ryder is doing well and will be home soon. Please send her our best wishes and a big hug for her and her whole family. (((Hugs)))

[PamelaBee]

Debbie!!!  I went to bed shortly after I sent that email to you, only to wake up to find the last two PMs you sent me and then this POST!!!!!  I had no idea!!  OMG!  Our Amanda is a MOMMY!!!  When I read the post "A little sad news"  my heart completely dropped...I thought the worse!  Thank GOD she is ok, and Ryder is ok.  I will be praying long and hard for a strong quick recovery!  

[Courtcoop]

OMG...that was a scary title to a post about Amanda! I just about fell off the chair....

Everything will be just fine! I am so happy for her and the family!!! Nothing sad about it!!!

[momof8215]

OH GOD I am soooooooooooo happy that all is ok with them. My heart was on the floor! God is definitely watching over them...she did say he was still very active so I knew he just had to be ok!! I CAN"T WAIT TO SEE HIM. Yay for Amanda and Warren...if any two people deserve this baby it's them!!! I just can't believe he is so small, but after no nurishment for a while will do that to you, poor little baby!! He'll catch up realy quick though...Way to go Mommy!!!! Give him a great big kiss from all of his Medhelp Aunts...just do a little hug until he gets bigger, LOL!! Yay for you I am so proud...

[prevatt77]

Maybe I should have worded the title differently.  That's why I said "A little" sad.  So sorry to freak everyone out.  I justed posted based on how she was telling me and the story as a whole.  Actually when she was talking to me she had told me that the ultrasound tech told her that Ryder WAS NOT breathing, but I didn't say that because if that would have been true then how did he survive?  He must truly be a miracle and God was watching over him.