Turns out our Dr didn't make it in to work today because of a personal situation... if there was an emergency, they would call him in, but otherwise Erin & babies are just closely monitored for any potential changes. Heart rates are consistent and strong for both babies, which is wonderful. Erin has taken antibiotics to prevent infection, and some steriods to help the babies' lungs develop in case of early delivery.
So today has been a wait and see kind of day, still here in the labor and delivery unit of the hospital. We expect that after consulting with the Dr first thing tomorrow morning we'll be able to move Erin to a permanent room on another floor in the hospital, where we will wait this thing out.
What exactly are we waiting for, you ask? Great question. There are three basic reasons they would deliver the babies (urgently, if necessary): 1) presence of infection, 2) babies in distress, 3) mother goes into labor. If any of these three things occurs, they would help deliver the babies the best way possible. So we are essentially waiting for any of these things, and hoping & praying that none of the three comes about any time soon.
As hard as it is to face the prospect of sitting in a hospital bed for weeks, Erin is doing great. She feels good, can eat normally, and can get up to use the restroom or shower. So it's like "bed rest with privileges". She's a champ.
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