Leading Up To The Diagnosis || I Can't Believe This is Happening

[@cynthiamcgoldrick8377]

God Bless you! Go with your gut Lex. There is nothing wrong with going ahead and having your baby earlier. I feel like personally I would take the meds and schedule. Get your baby earth side and healthy. Praying for your whole family and may God guide you and Dan through this chapter of pregnancy. Much love xoxo

[@patriciak6503]

As a nurse. Induction sounds a lot scarier than it really is. Baby might be safer outside than inside. End goal should be safe baby and safe momma.

[@sharonkearney4716]

My daughter had Cholestasis during her last pregnancy, she had ultrasounds weekly for 2 months prior to Bub being induced 4 weeks early. She is now a healthy 5 year old..

[@victoriavlcek693]

I was diagnosed with ICP at 35 weeks after the lab messed up two blood tests that happened at 31 weeks and 34weeks. Our OB and us decided that since it took till 35 weeks and the recommendation is induction at 36 weeks we skipped meds and went straight to induction. I was terrified. I prayed so much begging literally to go into pre-term labor like I did with my firstborn. We went in eighth at the 36weeks mark and I was at the beginning of active labor. Midwife swept my membranes and we were in full active labor an hour later. I praise god I never had to have the induction meds and baby was born a premie and was able two come home 5 days later!! You’ve got this momma!!! I’m here for you and praying for you!!

[@molivar5]

You got this. You have tons of us praying for y’all

[@jessicaritchie4792]

Labcorp takes 4 or 5 days for this test. My personal advice to you is to increase your water intake it helps. I'm a nurse but obviously I'm not a doctor that knows your body but I've dealt with labcorp for this testing and you doctor can set it to priority. They didn't know enough about icp when I had it and I had another issue with it. I lost my son 2 weeks before my due date. I'm not trying to scare you I promise. I'm telling you because you can demand your doctor put in a rush order to labcorp and have the results in 3 days. Alot of people don't know this. You are in my prayers and so is your family.

[@katiebug5273]

Oh how scary! I had my son at 34 weeks via emergency c section. He was in heart failure, SVT, and hydrops. Scariest day of my life! I had to be put under so I wasn’t even awake to see my son. I was so scared to wake up to my baby not being alive. But he was and the doctors did amazing! They didn’t waste any time flying him by helicopter to the best suited NICU. My son is now almost two years old. Pregnancy is both wonderful and scary. I’m praying for you and baby! ❤️🙏🏼

[@melaniereyes6590]

I’ll be 35 weeks on Thursday and I’ve already been diagnosed with ICP. I’ll be getting induced my 37th week which leaves me with not much time left! And this is my first baby. It’s such a blessing that nothing happened with your pregnancy with cooper, even if your test comes back and your levels aren’t that elevated I think it would be best if you went ahead and got induced only because your symptoms are progressing and getting worse. It would be super quick and it’s a lot to process but it would be better for your baby. Lots of love! Love your channel !

[@susanleatherwood22]

Ive been praying for you and Dan and will continue to do so. KEEP THE FAITH SWEETIE. You are loved.

[@frances1310]

My son was born at 34w+6days. He spent two weeks in the NICU & is now a perfectly happy and healthy 2 ½ y/o. I didn’t have ICP but I ended up with Chorio which too could have been fatal to my baby (unbeknownst to me at the time, I have no idea why nobody told me) but he was definitely a lot safer outside of my body than inside which made it an easier decision to make. When I heard the words “he’s in distress, he’s not tolerating being in there” not a second went by when I made the decision to get him out. You and baby 🐻 are in my prayers! You both are strong and will get through this. ❤️.

[@kathryndainty9299]

I am so sorry to hear of your diagnosis. I was induced with my first pregnancy and honestly it was great. I had a very fast four hour labour with no epidural and the first thing I said afterwards was "that wasn't so bad, I'd do that again ". I then went on to have two spontaneous labours with babies two and three. Their labours were 32! and 20 hours long. I just made it to hospital 15 minutes before my second baby arrived and half an hour before baby number three arrived. Honestly the induction wasn't bad and was so much quicker then my last two labours. I'm thinking of you and praying for you, you've so got this! xx

[@aimeemcneil3854]

I have cholestasis of pregnancy and its so so horrible and you get extremely itchy, my little boy was born at 35 weeks and was very sick when born but he is now doing so much better, he's 1 now but he still has health issues but I'm so blessed. Currently ttc for my second but I'm prone to miscarriages so I have had 5 so far I hate it 💔

[@MackenzieAlcaraz]

This hurts my heart watching and knowing you were diagnosed with exactly what you were worried about. I’m praying everything is okay and remains okay and you and baby bear are happy and perfect when you have him/her 🤍

[@sirenawakeupmakeup3318]

You and bear got this! Early or not, baby will come out healthy and happy and loving their best life. I’ll be praying for you mama❤️

[@jessicawinkler7537]

Trust your gut. Believe me a delivery at 36 weeks these days is really good compared to a few years ago. Whatever it takes for you and baby to be safe.

[@alisiascheiler9352]

I’m 25 weeks and my doctor is concerned I might have this. I got my blood drawn Friday and now waiting for my results! It’s absolutely terrifying! I’m sending prayers and positive vibes your way!!

[@jodieowen8037]

Ive been induced with all four of my babies and everything went perfectly. I'm anaged to have them without any pain meds and my body handled it greatly. I awas induced a week early with my last for her safety due to IUGR. For me all I wprried about was getting her put in time. I didnt care how she came, I just wanted her safely and earthside in my arms. Everything will be okay and at 36 weeks, baby is all good to come. Still sending prayers for baby bears safety and that you come up with the right decision for your family

[@Hulkwoman961]

My whole family even the littles ones are oraying for you.. my kids saw me doing it and asked me what i was doing so i explained them your situation.. they only said they want to help you too and joined me.💜

[@heidiharris1984]

I'm pretty sure I had that with my son in 2018. You are lucky you have a doctor who listened to you. My doctor (I'm not going back to her with any future pregnancies) just laughed when I mentioned it and said how they get so many women who ask about it and they don't have it, blah blah blah. She did let me get the liver bile test, but the results didn't come back until after my son was born, and they were negative, but it was probably just too early for it to show as positive. Thankfully, I already had to deliver him early (he was scheduled for and born via c-section at 36 weeks 6 days) because they had to do a T cut on my uterus with my daughter because of her prematurity (she was born at 26 weeks 6 days) and they didn't want me to go any longer because I was at higher risk for rupture anyway. But I had the symptoms. The soles of my feet, palms of my hands, legs, belly, arms, were SO itcy all the time. I never had a rash. It was horrible at night trying to sleep. I'd wake up constantly itching. It felt like ants crawling on my skin. Awful! I'd scratch myself with combs and brushes trying to get relief, I'd use vicks vapo rub to try to get relief from distraction, and I always had red marks from itching so much and even some places that I itched to bleeding at one point. My son had to spend 18 days in the NICU with breathing issues, not sure if that was related, but it sucked. Hopefully you won't have to deal with that with your sweet baby

[@lauren8471]

You’ve got this Lex 💜 I’m one of those moms you talked to on Instagram, the struggles of ICP are scary and we are all here to support you 💜

[@CharletteG]

When you talked about Coopers pregnancy my skin crawled because I had the same symptoms of ICP with my first but was never diagnosed because I was 20 years old and didn't know better and for some reason my water spontaneously broke at 37 weeks which isn't as common for a first time mom to into labor that early yet early or premature labor is a symptom of Cholestasis, thank Jesus she came early 🙌🙏 I was formally diagnosed with my second and he was monitored but to think my first went unattended scares me to this day

[@rgonzales0871]

Love you all a ton!!! God will protect you and your new little bundle of joy!!! Praying for you !!

[@meaganmclain4651]

Praying for you and your family!!! I had our daughter at 38 weeks. I was diagnosed with ICP then the next day they scheduled to induce me. She was born healthy and happy. It’s an awful feeling the itch was so intense but it was worth it once I held her in my arms. I’m currently 29 weeks pregnant with our baby boy and haven’t had the symptoms yet for ICP. Lord I pray I don’t get it this time around too.

[@jennychonzena2705]

I feel like you already got your answer. You said your gut told you something is wrong. It's time to trust your instinct. You know your body better than anyone. I can promise you that your baby is at more risk inside if you have that, than it will be outside at 36 weeks. My youngest was born at 36 weeks and 2 days and had zero complications. If you suspect your body is poisoning your baby then get baby bear out. Praying so hard for all of you.

[@blushingbits7487]

Yes I had it with both my boys and with my first I was induced at 36 weeks. No longer and my second 23 months after my first I had it again and it was actually worse and I went to pre term labor at 34 .5 weeks and my number was at a 35 very dangerous zone to be in. And what your saying about the itching it right on! It’s was always worse at night so bad I was making my self bleed without knowing because I was itching. Mama follow your gut. Both my boys were born healthy and came straight home. No NICU time. And not to mention I was on medication since 28 weeks with my second for it and my first at 33 weeks. It scares me that you don’t know that you have it and on no medication. Prayers for you.

[@nicky740]

I'm so glad you were aware to know to bring the itchiness up with your doctor. I'm sorry that this hasn't been a good experience recently and completely upended all your plans. Thank you, as always, for being so open with us and I feel strongly that you sharing this will help a mom in the future save her baby if she is too afraid to say something to her provider about the same symptoms.

[@thedunaganfam2749]

I had to be induced with both of my babies and I was so nervous to be induced and wanted to go into labor naturally but I was also so scared of something happening to them, it was tough but I just wanted them earth side as soon as possible to know they were safe. I kept saying to my husband that I was having panic attacks because when you’re pregnant you’re the only one who can keep them safe and protect them or at least it feels that way and then when your body is working against you and harming them it’s the most helpless terrifying feeling. Thinking of and praying for you mama and a healthy safe delivery of baby bear.

[@taylorpowell7785]

I have been watching your videos since before you had Willa, you really are the most amazing mother I have seen and you make it all look so easy. You are so strong, capable, and valid. You got this. Whatever happens, you will make it through, your children will all thrive under their mothers wing. I believe in you.

[@oliviahuynh2953]

Wow, I’m going through the exact same thing right now. I am currently 34 weeks and started experiencing some crazy itching especially at night . Had my doctors app yesterday and got my blood drawn. Hopefully the results will come back quick 🤞 praying for you and your family!

[@Sam-yo7nh]

My sister in law had this happen. She ended up having a c-section st 36 weeks. Baby and mom were healthy! Thinking of you all I can't imagine. But go with your mommy gut!! Praying for u

[@leslieyager9469]

You are one of the strongest people I have watched go through so much you are so strong and you got this!!!

[@robynpotter6784]

Just want to encourage you that although induction would not be your first choice, it is sometimes the BEST choice and only option when you find yourself and bubs in a difficult situation. IT IS NOT A FAILURE! I have just been diagnosed with GDM and will also have to be delivered early, although mine will most likely end up a cesarean. Sometimes we need to let go of our expectations and accept that a different course is the best course, although it's not easy at all :( you are an incredible mama and we are praying you guys will have an amazing story to tell of God's grace and provision when you come out the other side of this. Also praying for your mindset that you will be able to have peace about whatever the path is, and that you are able to go into it all as calm and empowered as possible xxx much love!

[@dixiegrauman2412]

First... I so wore those inhale exhale socks from bump life during labor and delivery... Love em. Second... I just gave birth to my son October 3rd at 36w3d due to cholestasis of pregnancy. He was 7lbs2oz. Super healthy and everything went great. I had to take Ursodiol 2x/day, 2x NST every week, had an ultrasound every other week for BPP (lung development mostly and growth).... And I know ur strong Lex. U got this and baby bear is gonna be perfect. I pray all goes well for ur family.... I know it will. By the way... I named him Lux. It's close to ur name😊

[@mamaduefield8034]

Lex I was induced with both my boys don’t be afraid I was Induced at 37 weeks and my little man is now almost a month. He is healthy and doing well induction isn’t as bad as most people make it out to be. I had HG and was extremely sick until 32 weeks and had preeclampsia and was itchy toward the end I pray all goes well we all love you. Try not to stress you got this mama. ❤️🙏

[@debbielopez9944]

Prayers for you and your precious baby.

[@ameliasteele793]

You're a strong gal Lex. Me and my husband are praying for you and Dan during this difficult time. Y'all got this! I know you're scared to death and any mama would but keep your chin up because you are a WARRIOR not a WORRIER. Keep pushing through mama bear God has you and baby bear in his hands. So many people are praying and sending love!

[@debdeguire8566]

I will be Praying for you! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 I hope all will be good! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mariedisneydiva2653]

Lifting you up in prayer! Asking God to super-naturally heal you and cover you and baby bear! ❤

[@calmingbeatz277]

With how much encouragement you give all of us every time you film, you are the perfect mom for your babies. You will know what to do. You are in my prayers. Thank you for having a wonderful channel!

[@stacieclark-benson688]

This is not what I was thinking! I will continue to pray. Sending tons of hugs too! 💗🙏

[@mariaomana5671]

Prayers and Faith can move mountains. Baby Bear is healthy loved by Mama Bear, Papa Bear, Brother Cooper ,Sister Willa ,and all of us who await his/her arrival with all our love in joy. 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@mamatried9424]

God bless you. You have a community standing behind you. Trust your gut and forget your plans. Get that baby home. You're far enough along thankfully that there's no worries with baby bear coming at this point.

[@shylalee2889]

Prayers! Prayers! Prayers! Prayers! Prayers!

[@chelseyspeicher3877]

We are all here for you guys from afar sending prayers and well wishes. Speaking it into existence that Baby Bear will arrive healthier than ever!

[@ashleykitelinger9787]

Praying for you guys, do whatever is best for you and baby 🙏💜

[@TeamJah4]

Praying for you! You got this mama! Baby will be just fine, God is with you and your family!

[@patseemore5019]

You are so right, when testing the liver the results can change so quickly. Induction is nothing to be afraid of, YOU CAN DO THIS!

[@katm.1553]

Being induced is the only way I've had a baby and the only way I'll ever know of going into labor because I have a blood clotting disorder that means I have to be on blood thinner shots throughout pregnancy. Ik it sounds scary and hard but in the end it's still labor it just comes about a little differently. At least you are catching it and doing what needs to be done to keep you and your little one safe. You got this mama, you are stronger than you know.

[@AbbeyCchannel]

Praying for you all, Lex!

[@debsav63]

Prayers and lots of positive vibes!!

[@kjperez83]

Be strong Mama. Keep your faith. God Bless you and your family.

[@dianeoliver9356]

Trust in God. He has created your baby and He will lead you in every step of your delivery. I ask Him to give you courage, peace and knowledge of His will. I ask Him to give you the wisdom and faith to believe that you will have an uncomplicated delivery. Speak this over yourself. Dont let fear lead you to worry or doubt Gods power over yours and your baby's life. I will continue to pray and ask the Holy Spirit and Angel's and saints to guard you and guide you. Blessed Mary watch over and protect you from all harm. Amen.❤🙏📿🕊👍😁

[@arianapicard1653]

I’ve been induced twice (not for medical reasons-just because I didn’t go into labor). It’s not bad. If inducing is going to potentially save your baby, I wouldn’t chance waiting

[@MsSarahingram]

Praying for you guys ❤️ I doubt it makes you feel any better but my absolute best labour out of three was my induction (#3). You got this mama ❤️

[@jenniferhorton8315]

Prayers for angels to surround you and place a hedge of protection around you and baby, for wisdom from your doctors and peace that passes all understanding...

[@icypro12]

A friend of mine has 3 under 3 and experienced ICP with each one, they were all born early but healthy! Praying for you and baby bear! You’ve got this mama

[@cdesjardins1988]

Prayers sent you and baby bears way!

[@mikekirsten944]

I'm exactly opposite! I've only ever gone into labour after being induced. I'm terrriiiiffied of going into labour spontaneously. It's really not that bad! The contractions are a little more intense and it can happen pretty quick. They monitor the baby the entire time. My daughter was induced early as well because of constant galbladder attacks. I hope everything goes well!

[@hannahcourts5717]

Praying for you and the baby

[@AysKuz]

I wish you all and your loved ones all the strength you need to deliver baby bear safely! My thoughts are with you. Sending love and light from Germany.

[@alyviadarnell3301]

You got this mama! Were all here to back you up! We love you guys and were all praying!

[@sammstrope6635]

Good morning ! ☀️ You and Baby Bead are in my thoughts and prayer! 🙏🏽

[@theconnelleyfamily6309]

Go ahead and do what your gut says to do. It's your intuition. Praying for a healthy baby and momma after delivery. 💕💕

[@Sarah-ly6qn]

Dear Lord, please, please watch over Lex and this precious baby bear during this most difficult time. Put a blanket of protection and comfort over them and help her ease her mind and stress. Lex, I was talking to my mom yesterday after watching your Instagram story and I asked her to keep you and baby in her prayers. So you have even more prayer warriors outside of KZbin. If I could hug you, I would and I would be there to let you cry on my shoulder and try and help you laugh about things that the kids are doing and to continue to stay positive. Every morning when I wake up, I say a prayer for you in hopes that you both will be ok. I feel like we are friends and my heart is hurting and is worried for you and baby bear. I will continue the prayers and tell Dan THANK YOU FOR BEING SUCH A GOOD DADDY AND HUSBAND he is so caring and it makes me smile when he makes you smile and laugh because I hate seeing you down.

[@giorgiaperotti9517]

Thinking of you ALL the time and we are all here for lifting you up✨❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@leahvanbarneveld4700]

You are such a strong mama! You and Dan got this!💕 Lots of prayers sent your way!

[@mymemories4535]

I got diagnosed with ICP when I had the itching around 31 weeks with 19 where normal is 0-10 started my medications with twice a week ultrasound combined with 1 hr monitoring Then again got tested after 2weeks and my bile came down to 9 within the range But from my last test liver function wasn’t good to a better now but still not what is considered good .. So I think liver function is given more preference even if bile acid comes within range. Be strong lex I feel you I so wanted our ist child to go full term but can’t really control anything here😞...just hoping my baby to be safe that’s what matters the most

[@shiannacumberledge57]

Prayers for you and baby and healthy safe delivery

[@janeschmidt9611]

Lex, I’m so glad you trusted your instincts! The more information I get on something unfamiliar , the better I feel. Keep in touch with your midwife. Praying for guidance and peace during this time. Love and hugs! 🥰

[@marionj.9744]

Oh wow.. This makes me nervous for you and I had never even heard of this before! Thank you for the information on this. I am so sorry you're having to experience this (again) though. I can't imagine how freaky it is. Do what you have to do to keep you and baby safe! Being induced isn't that bad to go through. It didn't go the way I had hope with my 1st child and I was 41 ¹/² weeks. I ended up having a c section and had an 11 lb 3 oz 21 in baby.. lol For whatever happens I hope you and baby bear have a fast and safe delivery. You're all in my thoughts 🧡

[@deborahfobe1673]

Praying for you and baby bear. Honey do what you need to do for yourself and baby. Lots of love 💕 Go with your gut. You know...

[@KaylaKendrick]

I’m 36+4 weeks pregnant with twins and I was diagnosed with ICP a week ago. I have a c section scheduled for 37 weeks exactly. Prayers for you mama! You’re so close ❤️

[@stephanieholman6509]

You got this honey bee😘 I feel go with your gut, love you and family. Prayers and love sent

[@jenfierro]

We’re praying for you Lex! You and Baby Bear will be ok. We love you and know that everything is in God’s hands.

[@rachaelperidore2574]

I would definitely go on the med if it will help lower levels! You've got all of us supporting and praying for you and baby bear!

[@kellyboone6667]

Praying for you and Baby Bear

[@maggiefry900]

Praying for you and baby bear! You got this mama!

[@brittanyotis93]

I have you guys in my prayers! You got this Lex!

[@jamiebyers4357]

Listen to your gut Lexi!! Prayers for you and baby bear!! Hugs!!

[@danamullin8879]

Sending prayers for you and your little one

[@victoriatruett6445]

Praying for you and baby bear

[@cathywilson1568]

Prayers all goes well for you and your precious baby.

[@juhhnnetrey797]

I had the same thing, I got diagnosed at 35 weeks and was scheduled to get induced at 37 weeks. I was really scared, I prayed a lot and tried not to worry. My baby boy is now almost 2 months and doing great! I'll be praying for a safe delivery!

[@mrs_tbraisby4019]

After being vaguely diagnosed with PUPPS with both my boys, after watching this about the testing accuracy for ICP it makes me wonder. I was tested for it fortnightly from 21 weeks in my first pregnancy because of the insane itching which was literally driving me to the depths of despair every single night - in my second pregnancy I had the itching again and they tested me just the once for ICP - because I had the same symptoms with my first pregnancy they just went on the basis that it was my norm and it was down to PuPPs despite no obvious rash. Either way my boys were delivered perfectly healthy at 38 weeks and youngest induced at 37 weeks because they thought I had gestational diabetes (I didn’t 🤦‍♀️) More Info about ICP and testing definitely needs to be ‘out there’.

[@jobengtsen7599]

I will pray for a safe delivery and healthy baby❤️

[@tweekformakeup]

My cousin had cholestasis, and she got one of those rolly massagers, the one with the rubber points on the roller to “scratch” her tummy, hands, and feet. She found hers at the dollar store!

[@mariecalambert9511]

Prayers for you and your family. We love you guys and I know this baby is going to be perfect.

[@saramccoy1736]

I am praying for you!

[@Ms_me914]

so sorry your going through this. sending lots of prayers your way.

[@heather123450]

Aww praying for you and that sweet little love growing inside. Have faith, put the situation in God's hands and believe he ll keep baby safe xoxo. I was induced with my 3rd baby but I was leaking fluid and preferred not to have a dry birth. Don't worry mama, stay positive, everything will be ok. I cant wait to see him or her, allof your babies are beautiful! I've been here since you were pregnant with coop and love watching your stuff. Keep the faith mama, your sweet angel will be alright, positive thinking xoxo

[@robinsmanatee]

Praying for you and baby bear!

[@brittanystaton3112]

I'm 99.9 % sure I had this with both of my pregnancies, my first being the worst ... my hand and belly and bottoms of my feet itched SO bad.. my Dr. Who also delivered me...so he should have had some knowledge...did not know what was going on... said it was probably my hormones and sent me to the pharmacy with a prescription for ICP but the medicine was not even available at the time..the medication he prescribed was in a test run , not on the market 😑. In a way, the other complications I had with her pregnancy, I had to have NST done twice a week, I was thankful to be monitored closely! * I worked at a daycare and caught parvo, I was also RH- And got into a really bad car accident at 9 months pregnant, and her test came back for possible neural tube defect! Thankfully after all of that she was born healthy!

[@laurawitt2603]

Praying for you all.

[@arlenegonzalez5528]

Praying for you and your family.

[@syrus72511]

Praying for your family 🤞🏼❤️

[@thesammonfam]

You got this girl sending lots of hugs

[@mikaylawoodward1681]

Coming from someone who has delivered vaginally and csection....I learned real fast those peri bottles are a life saver for csections too because bending to wipe hurts sooooo bad.....praying for you and baby bear

[@christinaallen959]

Sending prayers yalls way. You are a very strong woman you got this keep your head up high!! 🙏🙏

[@teresagardiner4712]

I'm saying a prayer for you and baby. You got this momma!

[@foxgeirgesda]

I’ve had major complications with my pregnancies-I’d say go with your gut. You want this baby healthy and safe-in this case, I’d schedule and go with the knowledge that you are doing the best for your precious child. My prayers are with you~