Less than 20 weeks with ROM

We've really been having a run lately of women coming in at less than 20 weeks gestation with ruptured membranes. None of the outcomes have been good.

Two delivered before viability and their babies died.

One delivered just after viability and the baby is not doing well, the last I heard. This baby may have even passed away by now. Unfortunately, we never know the outcomes once they go to the NICU, unless the parents keep in touch with the L&D staff. (Yes, we are pretty darn good when it comes to HIPAA between units!)

I'm just sad for these moms. Totally sad. I can't begin to imagine the pain that they feel from losing their baby.

The sobs of grief will stay with me for an eternity.