Mar. 25, 2008 - Saxon Math and baby update
We just received our order through CBD last week. I bought our 6 year old a new math program. He seemed to be doing well with the MUS but it also seems to be an area that he's pretty good at so we've decided to run with it. Instead of buying the next level of MUS I prayed, did some research and then decided to go with Saxon we also bought the manipulatives kit with it. The kids love this kit! We're still using MUS for our oldest at this point and will be using a nice workbook over the summer for her for retention. Les and I discussed what to do over the summer and we both agreed to do a modified schooling of writing and math for retention.
This past week I was struck by a pain in my foot. I couldn't walk. First time ever I have dealt with something of this nature. With a borrowed crutch I hobbled into my OB's office and he sent me for an x-ray. We covered the baby well. No answers as of yet other than speculation but I'm treating it with cherry juice and a load of water. Basically I need a good 1 gallon of water a day and I'm trying to get that. Try doing that for one day! It's A LOT of water! I do feel better, more alert and energetic. I'm also not suffering from thirst as much-of course! My foot feels a lot better. It's not 100% but at least I can walk on it. I have a Dr's appointment today to check a few things.
The baby is either breech or transverse and needs to turn very soon. I am trying some stretches and will be talking with the chiropractor this week about it. I'm also looking at Spinningbabies.com which has a lot of good recommendations. It would be a terrible shame to have to have a c-section just for the sakes of delivering a breech/transverse baby! I believe the baby can move into the proper positioning but I still know that the further along I get the less likely that could be even if some babies still turn later some are still yet born breech and some still can't be born naturally as much as I hate to think of that. I'm being pro-active and doing what I can. Prayers are appreciated! :) Baby is also measuring very small. Despite the fact that several of my babies have been huge I still do measure small towards the end but usually I measure smaller at the very end when baby is head-down and hidden. She isn't very hidden right now so I suspect that she may be very small which is very unusual for me! I'm measuring 6 weeks behind. It could be because of her position but I am going to ask for an U/S to check on her next time I go in because of my various health issues for peace of mind even though I don't like to get that sort of testing. I wouldn't want it otherwise but feel it can be helpful to evaluate fluid levels of the baby and make sure she's okay.
Comments
Mar. 25, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Kelly in PA
Praying everything will be just fine.
Mar. 26, 2008 - Prayer and Healing
Posted by Nikki
Dear Pam,
We have been praying for you and I know healing will come. How in the world did you manage to get around 8 mos pregnant on crutches! Poor thing! *Hugs* Wish I could be there to help you.. won't be long.
Love,
N
