Our birthmother invited me to go with her to her last ultrasound appointment today. It worked out perfectly since we just got back from our trip to the West Coast, and I didn't have any school obligations. I was so excited! I was hoping this trip would give us some good conversation today, and it did. She is very easy to talk to, and has a most pleasant personality. I was also hoping that today would be the day it all felt "real." Not so much. Don't get me wrong! It was amazing to see that little one rolling around on the screen, watching the nurse point out all her parts (yes, it is STILL a girl!). However, I didn't get that 'wow' moment I was hoping for. I know it will come. Just not today. She came out of the appointment with a clean bill of health, and is weighing in at approx. 2lbs and some change! Still growing and developing. Birthmom is healthy too. The Lord is good! I didn't get to hear the heartbeat today but I did see it beating! These machines are amazing. Our wonderful birthmom sent me a text about a week ago with the recording of her heartbeat from the last visit. She told me she would try to send me an updated one soon. Again, she is so incredible.
For now, she is settling on a C-section. This will help with our timing and planning as well. This means only I will get to be in the operating room with her, and she wants me to be the first to hold her. Isn't she unbelievably selfless?
So, I leave you with some pictures (yes, I got to keep them!). As the nurse handed the pictures to our birthmom, she shook her head "no" and told her to give them to me. "She's the mom," she stated.
P.S. For those of you like me who have a hard time reading these things. One of them shows both of her arms in the air (we say she's already praising God!) in a sideways "L." The others are profile views.
Tears are coming to my eyes as I am reading this. I am so happy for you guys. Don't be hard on yourself for not having that wow moment. It wasn't until Ashlen was in my arms that I felt it. Everyone is different.
ReplyDeleteMine too! I feel so blessed to be able to read about your journey! I love you guys so much and I'm so excited for you. I'm with Kim, just wait until you hold that sweet girl! Oh Man! It will be amazing!
ReplyDeleteThanks. Now I'm sitting here crying at work! Haha. I'm so happy! Is the C-section scheduled for a particular date yet? So, so happy for y'all!!
ReplyDeleteThanks girls. That makes me feel a lot better! Still haven't cried. That's odd for me. Guess I'm gonna save the ugly cry for the hospital!=)
ReplyDeleteShe is trying to set the date for October 29th (Friday), but is not sure yet. It will definitely be that last week of October though.
Micah and Kim-Do you guys have skype?
I have Skype, but I can't remember my name just now. I'll have to let you know. Haha.
ReplyDeleteOH MY GOSH she will be here like, tomorrow! ;) I am so glad you all are such a big part of this pregnancy. It has to make the birthmom feel good that she is getting to know you all better and that you really do care about this stage. So do you have all the required little girl accessories yet? Tons of shoes, bows, clothes, leggings etc...? Fun, Fun!
ReplyDeleteAmy- WE have quite a lot of pink hand-me-downs! I've learned to make bows, so we have several ready to go. I definitely have a good start that is for sure! This girl will not go without a bow and some frills that is for sure!
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