Monday, April 4, 2011

Spring is around the corner and update

We were blessed with some seriously beautiful weather this weekend, and we enjoyed every minute of it! I had been feeling very nauseated all last week and Friday after school I was on the couch until bed. Like I said in a previous post, I don't mind the nausea for one second because I feel like my hormones are actively working and doing what they should be doing. I am happiest when I feel the worst.

Saturday I felt great and we were able to work in the flower beds all day. We went to the nursery and bought 2 more memorial roses to plant in our side bed, we originally wanted a tree, but have nowhere to put a tree and settled on roses instead. I weeded all the beds, DH went to get mulch, and we planted our new roses, dahlia, coneflower, lavendar hybrid geranium, and delphinium. We thinned out the existing perinnials and moved a couple existing plants, watered, and stepped back to look at the beauty. Only a few things make me happier or prouder than our flower beds :) The side flower bed picture will be more beautiful in a month or so once the peonies, roses, and other flowers bloom, dont worry - I am sure I'll post again in all it's beauty!

We went to our regular ob appointment today. I was more nervous than usual walking into an office full of so many sad memories and wished we were back at the RE's office. My ob was reassuring and said I could come in weekly if I wanted to and have the nurse practitioner use the doppler to help us breathe easier. She said I would not be coming back after today until a month or so. I know she could tell I was a nervous wreck. We were able to have a belly ultrasound which was a major turning point for us, I have only had vaginal ultrasounds in the past. By LMP I am 10w2d, but by measurements I am 10w5d. We are now officially past the point of our furthest pregnancy.

She said there have been Reproductive Endocronology studies done on TLC care where a patient is able to see the doctor more frequently and as often as she wants or needs to come for ultrasounds, etc. She said for me to come again next week instead of waiting a month. I was elated but on the way home started wondering if there was something she saw on the ultrasound that made her change her mind, or is she really just trying to give me TLC care? I have to trust in God and believe the latter. + + +

I finished the letter to the young girl who is pregnant. I emailed it to her and it was returned, invalid email address, ugh after all that stress and fear to push send! I emailed my friend and he is going to get me her correct address. We are still very interested in adoption also, but our social worker says she does not advise we follow both routes. There could be consequences of having to "explain" the artificial twin situation. However, we are praying about it and hope God will say yes to both babies in October.

Thank you all so much for your prayers, they mean so very much to all of us. This community is amazing and it continues to surprise and warm my soul.



19 comments:

  1. Yay for making it further than you've ever made it before with a pregnancy! Praises to God for that. I'd go in next week for another ultrasound. I don't think you have anything to worry about, but it sounds as if your doctor knows you and the fear you have given your past. Heck, I'd go in every week for peace of mind and to get you through another week.

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  2. Your garden looks beautiful. I love planting flowers and watching them grow. Not doing so much of that this year though! That is good too, I am watching Joseph grow :)

    I am so happy to hear that you are doing so well in your pregnancy, prayers continue for you and your babies!

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  3. So happy to hear! I am sure she is just trying to make you feel more at ease! Prayers all around though for good measure!!!!

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  4. WOW, your garden looks like you AMAZING in every way. I second Kaitlin!

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  5. Oh Allie, I am so excited for you! There is HOPE everywhere around your blog and I want it to jump off the screen and permeate my life! ;) I wish I had your green thumb, your garden adventures are so cool. Please keep posting pics! Love ya girl and I will keep praying!

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  6. ¡Hola Allie! Me da muchísimo gusto que todo vaya bien. ¡Un gran abrazo!

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  7. Your yard looks amazing!
    If they tell you it's ok and you can come in just to check - trust it is just to check. They don't see problems and not tell people. :) I've been in the same spot. I finally asked and they told me that IF there is something to tell, they always do, no matter how worried of a mother they have. Anywho, congrats to you! I'm praying for both Oct little ones! God's will!

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  8. So happy for your milestone, and your yard is so beautiful!!

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  9. I am so jealous of your garden!!!! We're getting snow again up here today!

    Continuing to pray for you!

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  10. Agree with Kait definitely TLC care...IF she saw something she would have said it....

    I really, really, really, need your help in my front garden. My pine tree and bushes died on the left side of the house if you are facing it...What do I do? YOu know it looks like I'm about to foreclose and I want the front to look nice....

    Also, my ferns that I buy for the front ALWAYS die, what is the reason? HELP ME RHONDA HELP HELP ME RHONDA!!!! I don't want to look like a redneck!!! :)

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  11. Praying every day for you guys! Please come and do our flower beds next :)

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  12. Congratulations Allie! I am so happy for how far you have come. I pray for you every day and will continue to do so. I would definitely take up your ob's offer for extra TLC visits. There is nothing like hearing the baby's heartbeat to reassure you in between the regular visits. Your yard looks great! We could use your help over here in our yard!

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  13. So exciting that things continue to go well! I agree with everyone else that your ob is just giving you TLC!
    Praying for you and the little life growing inside of you!

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  14. Definitely TLC! Praise God!

    Your yard looks fantastic! Your house is so cute!

    praying for both babies!!!

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  15. Your house is precious!!! LOVE YOUR PLANTING!!!

    So happy to hear the lady told you that you could come weekly...that is very understanding and nice of her. I know that comforts you.

    Allie, knowing all that you have been through, I constantly pray for this healthy pregnancy. STAY positive and STAY as happy as you sound:)You are sooo blessed!

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  16. Your yard is beautiful!

    Enjoy the extra visits as TLC :)

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  17. Your house and landscaping is BEAUTIFUL!!

    So happy about your pregnancy. Prayers that everything keeps running smoothly!

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  18. Love your garden pictures! I am happy to hear that you and baby are well!! I continue to pray for you~~

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