Just looking for some advice

My hospital were worried about the same, but only because of high blood pressure, they’re continuing to monitor it. I think monitoring is the best thing they can do.
They may suggest an induction.

Have they checked your urine for protein? And blood test? You can have pregnancy induced hypertension which is more watch and wait or you can have pre eclampsia which is more serious. Hopefully they give you a few more answers x

Maybe having a scan will give them more answers. Maybe speak to them about an induction if you are concerned and you’d be happy to go ahead with that.

Im so sorry you’re going through this. Have they done any imaging to see if they find can find any clots or such??? Keep asking them to do imaging asap until they finally do it.

Remember when it comes to medical stuff you NEED to advocate for yourself and have a loud voice. Unfortunately medical facilities tend to be under staff and easily neglect things or prioritize others.

It does sound like preeclampsia if you've got those symptoms. I think the scan will tell them how baby is and if they are growing - I am going for twice weekly BP checks as my urine showed protein for the past few weeks but it's coming down (they are doing this to check for preeclampsia). When is your scan? Next time you are in with a midwife I would ask them if they suspect preeclampsia as you've got all the symptoms to suggest it might be - and then ask if you can look into an induction to ensure baby is safe as preeclampsia is very serious x

Hi there, I'm so sorry you're going through such an anxiety-provoking time, particularly with first baby. I hope sharing my experience and good news story might help...

I had high blood pressure and major swelling at around 32 weeks, so was monitored in triage and offered an appointment a week later. But before that appointment came around my face swelling ballooned and I had reduced fetal movements so went to triage again. Around that point I had an additional scan which showed slowed growth, but still no protein in urine. I was given bp meds and admitted. They said if it progressed from gestational hypertension to pre-eclampsia they'd try to get me to 36 weeks. I had blood tests to check for things like kidney and liver function markers.

Over the next few days the protein showed up in my urine, and kidney function markers showed rapid deterioration. It was at this point I was diagnosed with severe pre-eclampsia and was rushed into an emergency c-section at 33 weeks. I'm now a first-time mum to a thriving sweet girl. 🥰 It was the worst and best time of my life!

Things can change rapidly with pre-eclampsia so I'd echo what others have said about advocating for yourself, as difficult as it can be. Don't be afraid to ask questions about next steps, if/when they might check your kidney and liver function, and what your options might be.

I never had the flashing lights. At some point I was put on a magnesium sulphate drip, I think to protect both my brain and my baby's.

How are your baby's movements?

It's horrible to feel dismissed at such a vulnerable time. In my experience some staff seem to be so focused on the medical they don't seem to realise the value of validating concerns and reassuring us, even when medically they *can* be trusted and are on top of it all. It's difficult to know how much to trust the staff and process. Then the emotional stress can take it's toll on the physical.

Perhaps there's a reason they're not so concerned that they haven't communicated well to you? I hope you don't have too long a wait for your scan and any other blood tests that might be needed. Is there anything else that would be helpful to monitor yourself and reassure you? Have you got a bp machine at home so you can flag up any worsening? Do you have a midwife line you can call to see if someone can talk you through your results so far and why certain decisions have been made i.e. not to admit you at this stage? Feel free to direct message me ♥️

Physically things improved quickly once I was out of hospital, to the point I think I was back to pre-pregnancy blood pressure, off meds within a week. Emotionally is another story, particularly with my overall hospital experience and baby being in NICU for two weeks. I'm waiting on trauma therapy once I'm done with the Birth Reflections process. On the plus side my little one is now smiling and cooing, developing her little personality, so I'm enjoying her more than ever 🥰

Hey, thinking of you. Hope your scan gave you some clarity ♥️

Oh I'm so glad your scan went well and your little one's all good. 😊 It can be such an unnerving time and our little ones are so precious - it's understandable that it's taking a toll with everything you've been experiencing. Hang in there 💪 you’ll have your little one in your arms before long 😊💙 xx

Have they discussed more monitoring / midwife appointments with you or early delivery? I go twice a week to check for preeclampsia and it's a really serious condition for you and baby if you have it - all your symptoms say it is likely that so just strange if they've not discussed early delivery with you (as that's the only cure) x