Got worried about lack of movement

JulieD · #1 (**permalink**) 01-15-2008, 09:57 AM

It was a really, really busy weekend this past weekend and by the time Monday morning rolled around, I couldn't remember the last time I felt the baby kick. He hasn't been a regular kicker yet, so I wasn't too worried.

But as time went on yesterday and into today and I still couldn't tell if it was him or not, I got really worried. Then this morning I noticed the beginning of what may be a UTI. That was enough of an excuse for me to call the doctor's office for both reasons.

They were great and got me in within the next 40 minutes. They listened to Baby Boy with the doppler and all is well. She told me if I got worried again not to hesitate and to call. She told me I should have called yesterday.

I love my doctor's office.

And it does appear that I have the beginnings of a UTI. They are starting me on antibiotics.

And I still get to go in on Thurs for my regular appointment. To discuss the monthly u/s that the hospital recommended, to check on my UTI symptoms, plus she said that I would get to hear the heartbeat again.

So, it was a nerve wracking time, but all is okay now.

heavensabove · #2 (**permalink**) 01-15-2008, 10:31 AM

UTI's, ugh. Glad you go it in the early stages.

nightowlmama · #3 (**permalink**) 01-15-2008, 11:40 AM

So glad you got some peace of mind and heard your beautiful baby boy! It's great you caught the UTI early, too...I haven't had one in many years, but they are awful!

JennRH4 · #4 (**permalink**) 01-15-2008, 11:42 AM

I'm no help over here. I'm in the same boat.

I tend to think I kill my baby each time I have a soda, have sex, or think about coffee. I worry all the time too. I sometimes think that I did something bad by getting busy and not thinking about my baby. Count me in the no kicks are scaring me club. I get a little jab here and there but not enough to ease my mind yet.

Glad you caught that UTI! That's usually when I crack out the cranberry juice too!

amanda84 · #5 (**permalink**) 01-15-2008, 01:22 PM

i've never had a uti , but they sound horrible and painful, Hopefully those meds kick in right away for you. Im glad you boys hb was nice a strong for you.

Ashiralynn · #6 (**permalink**) 01-17-2008, 08:13 PM

I too was going to suggest the cranberry juice - the closer you can get to having 100% juice, the better.

And when is my baby going to start moving? I really thought Caleb was bouncing around by this time...

-Jen

Originally Posted by JennRH4

I'm no help over here. I'm in the same boat.

I tend to think I kill my baby each time I have a soda, have sex, or think about coffee. I worry all the time too. I sometimes think that I did something bad by getting busy and not thinking about my baby. Count me in the no kicks are scaring me club. I get a little jab here and there but not enough to ease my mind yet.

Glad you caught that UTI! That's usually when I crack out the cranberry juice too!

Bella'sMommy · #7 (**permalink**) 01-17-2008, 10:03 PM

Sorry about the UTI I have never had one myself, I hope you are already feeling better. Glad they let you hear the heart beat right away. I will worry about it till I can feel the baby kick.

flipper · #8 (**permalink**) 01-18-2008, 04:39 AM

I worry a lot too.
Ever since my girlfriend's co-worker lost her baby at six months along i am so scared now.
When i dont feel the baby move i have to concentrate on the baby until i feel her move.
I would be calling the doctor if i didnt feel any movement for a while.