her water began leaking about a week or so ago (she didn't know it was leaking though) and she has been in the hospital since Friday. She is dialated around 6-8 cm, but they gave her the medicine to stop the labor. She is also receiving surfactant (I think that is what it is called) for the baby's lungs. They told her the baby was 1 1/2 - 2 lbs in weight.
As of this morning, the baby is still in the womb. His heart beat is strong and he moves all over the place. The doctor's told her there is a 90% chance she will have it within the week.
She is so positive about this baby that he will be ok and the family is trying to help her remain positive. But I also know the NICU doctor's talked with her to tell her what could happen which is good.
Have you seen cases like this where the baby actually turns out ok? What kinds of things can she expect to have to deal with?
She is only 20 and I don't think she realizes what she is up against.
