A New Beginning

Chapter 14

Authors note.. i am not a doctor there for I apologize in advance if i got anything wrong. I tried to do research to make sure it is as accurate as possible

It had been almost 8 weeks since the doctor had put me on bed rest and we were heading to the doctors for our weekly appointment. Each week was stressful worrying that each visit I would get the news that my condition had worsen so bad that I would need to have an emergency c-section right then and there. This week however I was especially worried because I had begun to have spotting and pain in my abdomen.  I was almost 28 weeks now when the doctor had said she was hoping to get us to. Even though Logan and I had done all we could to make sure we had everything that was needed for when Amelia arrived, I still wasn't ready to have her yet. It was to early still in my mind.

When we arrived at the office the nurses took us straight into the room. "I'm so nervous Logan. I feel like my heart is going to jump out of my chest."

"Just remember to breathe. Nice slow, controlled breaths." He said in a soothing voice as he gently rubbed my hand. I tried to do as he said but it was hard to focus on anything but the panic I was feeling.

"I'm trying to relax. It's very difficult though." I was trying to focus on the feeling of his hand on mine. The slow circles he was making with his thumb. Slowly my breathing slowed and I started to relax a bit. "Thank you Logan. What would I do without you by my side? I love you so much."

"I love you to Rory with all my heart. I am here for you no matter what. I always will be."

Just then Dr. Anderson walked in the room. "Good morning. How is our mother to be doing today?"

"Honestly, I have been having a bit of spotting this week and some abdominal cramping. I am worried doctor."

"Okay, well lets have a look shall we. Just lay down and we will take a peek." I laid down while the doctor got the ultrasound machine ready. She squirted the gel on my stomach and started to move the wand around taking pictures and notes.

I was trying to read her face expressions to see what she was thinking but all it was accomplishing was making me more nervous. By the time she spoke again time I was doing everything in my power not to scream 'well what's the news?' But I contained myself.

"I'm afraid the news isn't what you wanted. The placenta has detached by more than half. I am sending you over to the hospital immediately we need to do a c-section as soon as possible."

I'm fairly certain I had held my breath the entire time she was speaking. I almost didn't hear when Logan started to speak. "We will head right there Dr. Anderson. Thank you."

"The maternity staff will prep you once you arrive I will meet you both there within the hour." She gave my hand a gentle squeeze as she stood up. "I know it is difficult Rory but try to relax. I promise I will do everything I can to make sure this goes as smoothly as possible." And with that she left the room.

When Logan and I left the doctors office, he gave my mom and Luke a call and asked them to grab the hospital bag and the car seat and to meet us at the hospital. I was beyond terrified by the time we arrived at the hospital. Just like Dr. Anderson had said the staff helped get me ready. They got me into a hospital gown and brought me into delivery. There they gave me a spinal and told me to try and relax. Before I knew it I was laying on the table and they had put up a curtain over my stomach so I wasn't able to see what was happening. Logan was standing by my side holding my hand with one hand and stroking my hair with the other. Dr. Anderson walked in and told me I would feel a bit of pressure as she started.

After that I think I zoned out. The next thing I knew I heard the smallest little cry I had ever heard. Then I was being handed a tiny little bundle. I looked down; and there, in my arms was the tiniest most precious baby I had ever seen. As fast as it had happened though she was being taken from me and whisked to another room.

"Where are they taking her?" I asked confused.

"She needs to be put on oxygen and have an IV to get fluids. Just try to relax Rory and get some rest. When she is settled in the NICU you will be able to see her again." Dr. Anderson told me.

"Is she okay?" Logan asked before I could get the words out.

"She is alright. When a baby is preterm often their lungs aren't fully developed; however the fact the she is able to cry already is a very good sign. It means that she shouldn't have to be on oxygen and IV for very long. Maybe a week or two. The nurses will get you settled in your room and will let you know when you are able to go visit her."

"Thank you Dr. Anderson." I responded groggily. I felt like I had just hit a wall and it was getting hard to keep my eyes open. Was this normal or was something wrong. "Logan.." I started but I couldn't get the words out. I heard the loud beeping of a machine near me. Then nothing.