We had our level 2 ultrasound today.....and I'm not sure if we actually received good news or bad news. What I do know, is that they said that overall she looks good, but she's still small. Not small enough to categorize her as in danger, but small enough that they need to monitor her growth....
So...in four weeks we will be back to have another ultrasound. I can't honestly say that I hate the ultrasounds. It's so much fun to see her and watch her move around in there...but I could most definitely do without the added concerns. Today when the ultrasound tech left to get the doctor and then she returned with three different doctors, I was NERVOUS. I honestly didn't suspect anything to be wrong until that moment when 3 people filed in after her. And really...they assured us that she looked great, but she has gone from measuring about a week behind, to measuring about 11 days behind. :(
I don't really know what this means or might mean, and I'm trying hard to not let my mind wander. I'm so thankful to be at the University of Iowa Hospital with great physicians! And like my unshaken husband says, "This is in God's hands". We've said this many times before when dealing with our children! And I know in my heart he's right. God will take care of her. And He will take care of me...nerves and all.
Here are some pics of our little gal...LOVE this first one. She's got her little foot all the way up to her mouth!
And to lighten the mood a bit...as we are sitting in the ultrasound room waiting around for them to gather all the docs to come talk to us, I'm completely miserable. I had had my regular appointment, then we met with a genetic counselor, and then a informational little sign told me I could not empty my bladder before the ultrasound. Well, level 2 ultrasounds are not quick...and then waiting for doctors is not quick...so I was utterly uncomfortable and then my dear husband starts discussing my discomfort. He tells me that he's picturing the movie Baby Mama, and I should just hop up on the sink because I can't take it any longer...thank you, sweet, lovable, charming husband of mine, you truly are so thoughtful...and so mature. :) (For the record, I can't deny that I love the laughter and amusement we have together when we are put in uncomfortable situations...we are such a team!) And also for the record...I did NOT imitate the picture below. :)
2 comments:
I'm sure everything will turn out just fine. I will be praying for y'all! I know how it feels to be handed that fear...I felt that way when they told us about Maggie's foot. Sometimes that can accompany other problems, so I was very worried. But, like everything else, this becomes our norm and we learn to deal with it. And so far, everything else is fine. And her foot is looking great! I pray good things for your little one as well. :) You guys are awesome and an inspiration!
Prayers for you and your baby girl! I know how stressful these level 2 ultrasounds are and how nerve-wracking it is to see an abundance of specialists! But like you said, it's all in God's hands. All we can do is remain hopeful and optimistic! Thinking of you!
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