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Stress hormones will put off labor right? looks like ill be pregnant forever!

Sunday My brother was in a bad car accident. He's in ICU. Bad brain injury. they have him sedated (medical induced coma) so they can moniter him and work on him. and only time will tell if he will wake up on his own after they take him off the sedation for good. They have been trying to take him off here and there for short periods of time to see how he tolerates it, but he doesnt seem to. We are waiting for the swelling in the brain to go down and then hopefully begin the LONG journey to recovery. Its really serious though. They really arent seeing any good signs. They arent giving us any false hope, so thats good. we know this is as bad as it gets. he could die, he could be a vegetable, he could make a halfway decent recovery. who the hell knows.


He struck an embankment and stone wall going into the woods then struck a large tree stump and guide wire to a utility pole,which rolled the car. The car finally stopped once it hit a tree. We dont know why. there were no other cars far as we know and it was the middle of broad daylight.

cross your fingers and toes.

My family's a wreck. This is so awfull.

Im supposed to be happy right now. Im supposed to be bringing a new life into the world, Supposed to be filled with joy..........

I feel like the world stopped spinning.....
post #2 of 27
Oh mama, I'm so sorry s I'll keep him in my thoughts, I know that has to be rough for you being pregnant on top of it. Please try not to stress too much but I totally understand not being able to do that.
post #3 of 27
Oh mama, I can't even imagine I'll be sending healing thoughts for your brother.
post #4 of 27
Oh no, I'm so very sorry. I hope he shows signs of improvement soon.
post #5 of 27

nak I hope he gets better & you have a peaceful birth.
post #6 of 27
Oh, I'm so sorry.

Words aren't sufficient. Random accidents and injuries are so difficult, because you are just left with questions and so many raw emotions.

I will be sending healing thoughts and love to your brother, and peace to all of you. I hope you have a strong family and community support. We're all here for you, too.
post #7 of 27

I'm so sorry.
sending healing thoughts to you and your family.
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I am so very sorry you are going through this. I can only imagine how difficult it is. You are ALL in my thoughts and prayers.
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sending love and light to you and your family in this difficult time, and wishes for a healthful recovery for your brother! hold each other close and here's some ELVs for you too, mama
post #10 of 27
Tears...I am sooo sorry. Praying for peace for you and your family right now, and for wisdom with the doctors. I can really picture what is going on as I was/am a nurse for brain injuries. I have seen the best and worst outcomes...but many good. I don't want to be the one to put false hope...but lots can change as the brain swelling goes down. I pray that is so for your brother.

Peace to you this night, mama, and your baby's new life will bring joy in a difficult time...

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post #11 of 27
Oh, I am so sorry! You and your family must be devastated and so heartsick. I pray your brother is able to wake up on his own soon and he makes great strides in his recovery.
post #12 of 27
Here's hoping your brother starts recovering soon, so he can meet his new nephew.
post #13 of 27
s I am so sorry! You and your family are in my prayers s
post #14 of 27
I am so sorry this is happening for all of you. You are all in my prayers.
post #15 of 27
No words.
post #16 of 27
I'm so sorry I'll also say a prayer for you and your brother. I hope he heals and I hope you can find peace.
post #17 of 27
praying for you and your family.
post #18 of 27
so sorry for you we will keep you and your family in our prayers
post #19 of 27
Not in your ddc, but I saw your post, and I had to respond. I'm so sorry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers tonight. Good luck to your brother.
post #20 of 27
I am so sorry for all your worry and stress. I hope your brother pulls through and makes a full recovery.
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