Feb 27, 2008

36 week appointment

We had our 36 week appointment today. I as 36 weeks on Monday. When we went to the doctor last week my fluid levels were borderline and they had been decreasing every week. This was definitally making me a little nervous. Today they had held at the same level so we were grateful that they hadn't dropped anymore. The ultrasound was good today. It was just the 2D one but he was cooperative and we got to see him move a little and even suck on his hand some. The Ultrasound technician was so nice - she put the ultrasound on DVD without us even asking her to. I made her cry because it was just harder to see him today. I guess as we get closer the reality of what might happen just comes to the surface more. He was so cute trying to suck on his hand. It's hard to think I might not get to see him do that here. She told us she was praying for us and that she admired us for what we were doing. It's a really nice thing to say but it makes me sad that it's really all that admirable - meaning it makes me sad that this wouldn't be the norm - that so many others choose to do this differently. The time we have with Cohen so far is something we would never trade for anything. I know so many doctors pressure women into terminating early and my heart breaks for them. I am so thankful of how supportive our doctors have been.
I don't think I updated about our specialist appointment last week. They didn't get a great look at his broken arm but either believe it to have healed or that it was possibly never totally fractured - maybe just a really severe bowing. We were glad of that news.
My c-section date is three weeks from this coming Friday. It will be March 21 at 1:00pm if I make it until then. Three weeks seems like so long to get to meet him but so short of a time to have left with him for sure. Please pray that I make it to the c-section date. Pray for us as we try to tie up lose ends and make arrangements for that time.

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

I love you!

Emily said...

Definitely praying. And thanking God for the good appointment and precious ultrasound. Even now, you are witnessing to medical personnel. We never know what a seed planted will grow into. Go Cohen. :)

So Blessed said...

Praying for you and your family...as you await Cohen's birth. I'm so thankful for the ultrasounds that allow you to see your precious baby.

Chrissy said...

Praying for you! Good Friday is a great day for Cohen's Birthday! That's the day I wanted but we are praying just to make it till March 17th.

Chrys and Mike said...

Praying with you and thinking of you often.

Chrys

Court said...

Praying for you in Houston, and trusting in God's perfect timing. May the Lord give you peace in the midst of the unknowns. ~ Courtney

Pete, Ali, Charlie and Rosie said...

We're thinking of you and praying for you here in Cardiff, UK. Our first son, Will, was diagnosed at 12 weeks gestation with a lethal genetic condition. He was born at 38 weeks and survived for 15 minutes. Fifteen precious minutes which made us parents and meant the world to us. His brother, Charlie was born 14 months later. He escaped the genetic condition, but has an incurable heart condition, called hypoplastic left heart syndrome... he only has half a heart. He is four now, and is a wonderful little boy, and doesn't let his heart stop him doing anything. Just wanted to share this with you, to let you know that, although the circumstances are different, there are people out here who do understand, and who are thinking of you lots. Have you found www.benotafraid.net? It's a website which offers support to parents who have chosen to carry a baby to term, despite a poor antenatal diagnosis. I found it a great comfort to be in touch with other mums who made the same decisions as we did. I think there are even some families on there who were given the same diagnosis as you. I just thought you might like to have a look. Hang in there - we'll be checking in regularly for updates. Take care now, sending you lots of love XXX
http://charlieturner.blogspot.com
http://will-turner.gonetoosoon.co.uk

Unknown said...

Just got the news the c-section is happening before you wanted it to. Just read the blog to get your last few posts. In tears, praying for you, wanting you to know how much you are loved...by us and so much more by Him!