September 3rd, 2013 at 01:48pm
I...can't believe people would even SAY 3 through 5. Please tell me you haven't actually heard that. I mean, why would you accuse the mother of causing the premature birth? This is stressful enough on the whole family, I would think. There's enough worry to go around without accusation. And anyone, I would think, would rather go through the third trimester and all the pain and discomfort and stress that comes with it than face the risks that come with a baby born that prematurely. And holy crap I know if I had just had a baby I'd sure as hell rather have him or her in my arms than have a good night's sleep! I just...what?
I feel bad, because I said something similar to 2 in your last post, about how glad I am to know that she's going to be healthy, but I don't know all the circumstances. I'm sorry if that upset you. I am glad, I should say, that things look good right now, and that her lungs are strong, and that she's in good care. And I'm wishing you all the best, and I hope you and your baby will both be well, and I hope that you don't have to hear things like that anymore.
actually, yes. I've had family members say those things to me.
No, you in no way whatsoever upset me or offended me. It's more like, I get some distant family member who's like "it's okay! I had all preemie babies!" and her children were 33 weeks plus. They had more time to bake than Olivia, and had a way better chance. They were able to go home in two weeks. I won't get to take Olivia home until November at the earliest.
I am too. I'm beyond glad that my daughter is doing okay. She has a strong chance because I got steroid shots to strengthen her lungs. She's healthy for now, but as I've said, it can turn the other way any minute. /: