8.19.2008

Update #1

Bethany is already dilated 4 centimeters (which is good news!). She is getting her epidural as of 10am (cst). Her contractions are anywhere from 1 to 4 minutes apart. The doctors are impressed with her progress, and continue to keep an eye on her and the baby. Once the epidural is in place, the doctors will break her water. There is one concern: Emma Kate's heart rate drops after a contraction. The doctor viewed this and felt everything was okay for now. We have also spoken with the pediatric NICU doctor, and he has said that if Emma Kate is stable, she should be flown to Atlanta either tomorrow or Thursday. We will keep you posted on further updates.
Aunt Kristy (for Brooks)

3 comments:

Kristy said...

So exciting!!! We're all praying for Bethany and Emma Kate (Bethany for strength, and Emma Kate for a speedy and healthy delivery)! I'm spreading the word as updates come in. We love you guys!!!! So proud of Bethany for doing such a great job, and of Brooks for being a great husband and father and pillar of strength for all the Keisler girls :)

pat gillen said...

We are praying and excited!

Megan said...

thanks for the update. i'm praying for you guys!