A Layne Post
There are lots of things I could post about this week…
We lost a little boy at the hospital that we’ve known for a year.
My friend, Joanna, is suffering through her last days.
I got a new car and started driving in Africa for the first time.
We had 2 Christmas dinners with dear friends, who generously opened their families to us.
We may get to some of those things here soon, but for now I am going to focus on asking for prayer. I sat funny the other night, Christmas Eve, and somehow my back slipped out of whack; I knew the moment it happened. I have had previous back problems, but it has been quite some time now since I’ve dealt with anything.
At 2am on Christmas morning, after vomiting multiple times from pain, I decided we needed to head to the ER, where I was only given Tylenol. It gave minimal help. Since then I have pulled out my TENS unit, which sends small electrical currents through your back, giving the effect of a pain reliever without the chemicals. They are safe to use, even with Anaya, and honestly has been the only thing giving me the ability to cope.
Being 32 weeks pregnant makes everything more difficult. My OB is currently in Portugal celebrating Christmas with her family; however, she has made it clear I am welcome to call. I’ve wanted to give her the holiday weekend, and tomorrow I plan to call and talk with her, hopefully putting together a game plan of what our options are. Examples we’ve come up with:
Option 1: Try and find a Chiropractor trained in prenatal care in Nelspruit, South Africa, which is about 2-2.5hrs away, and drive there for treatment. If need be, stay a few days for multiple visits. (not sure if there is one available)
Option 2: Find a pain management medication that works and is totally safe for Anaya. (not sure if there is something strong enough I could take over a long period of time)
Option 3: Dealing with the pain and consider inducing at an early, but safe time for Anaya. (I feel like 4wks sounds manageable for me; I could count down and make it through painful days. 8wks does not.)
For now I am resting and taking things slow, trying to let my back heal naturally. We are praying for supernatural intervention. We are praying for wisdom and peace. Please pray with us. One specific area to pray for is sleep. Constant pain is hard enough; constant pain without sleep is nearly unbearable.
Thanks for standing with us. We’ll keep you updated as we make decisions and take steps forward. We praise Him and desire that He receives the glory through this situation.
Praying praying HARD for you.
You are on my mind so much, dear one. Which reminds me that you are on God’s mind also; I am so glad of that. I love you, Layne. Praying, praying, praying ….
Oh Layne, my heart hurts for you! I’ve not been there with this type of pain, but I’ve been there with worry of being pregnant and in a 3rd world country where all the “latest and greatest” isn’t around. The thing that I always learned is that He is always near and in control. My prayer is that He gives you wisdom and opens up options for you. It sounds like you might need a good chiro or perhaps even a physio therapist that can help too. The longer Anaya can “cook” the better off you’ll both be. Praying for good sleeps too. Sleep is hard to come by at 32 weeks I know, but even more so now…..ish I know! :) Big hugs…you’re in my thoughts and prayers momma….you’ll make it through this! :)
I’m praying for you, Layne!
I don’t know if they have them in Africa but it might be worth a try… a Cranial Sacral Therapist they do amazing things, are very non invasive like a very gentle chiropractor and are safe when you are pregnant. I’ll do a bit of googling and see if I could find any info for you. Praying…
Layne… check out “christian chiropractic association” if you are looking for a chiropractor there. THey are worldwide and also give discounts to ministers/missionaries. Just about any chiropractor can help you, but if they dont feel comfortable with adjusting you and giving you a treatment being 32 weeks, they would refer you, definitely. A lot of times, it just takes a “pregnancy pillow” while they adjust you. I used to work for a chiropractor for a few years. I sure pray for relief and rest for you. God will give you wisdom and knowledge of what needs to happen, and the doctors. :) Love you Jon, Layne and Anaya! :)
Layne,
We have put you on multiple prayer chains at a couple of different churches. We have spread the word to all of our friends and family. Everyone is lifting you up in prayer. I am so sorry, praying for much mercy for you and Anaya. Love you!!!
So sorry for the pain you are experiencing … you are in our prayers!
I praise Him for all the beautiful people in our lives who will go before His throne faithfully to lift you,Anaya and Jon up to Him in prayer!
Layne- praying for your back pains.. Hopefully you will find someone there who can help–Jesus will lead you to that one back pain reliver…Praying for all of you and take care.. precious angels of our Lord Almighty…Jesus–Amen…xoxoxox
Layne and Jon we got your sweet Christmas card today! Loved it, do pray you will get help with pain you are now having, God will take care of you, know that for sure and we are very happy with the love you give from your heart! Uncle Don and Aunt Joan
So what happened, Layne? Is your back better? Did you get to see someone about it? Inquiring (and praying) minds want to know!