Hospital Day 2: Contractions and dry mouth

So I woke up this morning and before I could enjoy my breakfast (which was great and I was starving!) I started having real contractions.  They hooked me up and sure enough they were regular contractions. Not strong but enough they needed to put a stop to them. 

I was given my second steroid shot for the babies lungs, hooked up to an IV for hydration (food and drink off limit) and given a shot of morphine to slow down the contractions. 

It's 3:00 now and I am still being monitored. If things pick up, it could be an emergency c-section today!  Lets really hope not. As long as I stay still and rest, things seem to be under control.  The worst part is the dry, dry mouth!!!  But I just met a new doctor and she brought me a small cup of ice chips. Best part of the day!!!!!

C'mon babies!  Grow, grow, grow (and stay put). 

Here's my shot of the day. First time on IV.