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BABY #2 PRAISE AND PRAYER request
- Oct 1, 2009 at 8:57 PM
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OK so most of you know I am pregnant by now. However, many of you
do not know what has been going on over the past week. Here is the
story.
I had surgery to have my gallbladder taken out on sept 14. Prior to having it take out I had several blood tests done during pre-admission testing (6 days prior). Since I am of childbearing age they did a routine pregnancy test during that time to make sure I was not pregnant before getting anesthesia. I had the surgery and started recovering right away. The weekend following the surgery we went to PA to see JD's family (and so I could get out of the house since I was a bit stir crazy). I got a little bit carsick on the ride home and thought "well its not impossible so I will take a pregnancy test". Sure enough I was pregnant! I couldnt be happier. JD and I know that every child is a blessing from him and both want several children. Being that it took us a while to get pregnant with Justin we were THRILLED that we didnt have to even "try" this time. Of course, we were slightly concerned about the anesthesia but not overly. So 6 days after having surgery I find out I am pregnant.
I called my midwife the next day and she assured me that chances are it would be fine. She scheduled me to come in for bloodwork the next day to see where my levels were. This would give us an approximation of how far along I was. So I did and then had them repeated on thursday. They initial number was great 1600 but the one on thursday only went up to 1900 and they are supposed to double. Karen (my midwife) then asked me to come in Monday for another repeat and it only went up to 2300.....It should have doubled twice by now .....The level should have been at least 12000 by then. This is usually a sign of an early miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy (implanted in my tube). My chance of this little bean surviving certainly looked grim at best!
JD and I prayed and prayed and asked several close friends to pray. God has showed me so so much in these few days! I have learned to truly trust Him in ways that I am ashamed to admit I often dont. I fully believe that no matter what happens to to this little baby, God's way is best! He knows what He is doing. Does that mean it would be easy if God chose to take him/her? No! But I know that He has a plan that is far better than mine and that He wants more for me than anyone! I know His ways are perfect!
Today I went for my first ultrasound. JD and I had prepared for the worst but had not lost hope. At first the tech couldnt find anything. Then she says...there is the baby....AND we have a heartbeat!!! PRAISE THE LORD!!!!!!Our little one was implanted right where it is supposed to be and has a wonderful heart beat of 112. I measured at 5 weeks 6 days which is exactly what we thought! We are still not out of the woods, but it is a good sign!! I know that this baby is Jesus' and He loves it even more than we do. I also know that if He speaks, mountains move. It is in His hands!
I am asking for everyone to please PRAY PRAY PRAY.....Pray for this precious life and pray for JD and I that we would have continued faith and peace. This baby is allready a miracle to me. I know many people have allready passed this down prayer chains ...THANK YOU! I love you all. Thank you also to those who have been so supportive throughout the past week :)
I had surgery to have my gallbladder taken out on sept 14. Prior to having it take out I had several blood tests done during pre-admission testing (6 days prior). Since I am of childbearing age they did a routine pregnancy test during that time to make sure I was not pregnant before getting anesthesia. I had the surgery and started recovering right away. The weekend following the surgery we went to PA to see JD's family (and so I could get out of the house since I was a bit stir crazy). I got a little bit carsick on the ride home and thought "well its not impossible so I will take a pregnancy test". Sure enough I was pregnant! I couldnt be happier. JD and I know that every child is a blessing from him and both want several children. Being that it took us a while to get pregnant with Justin we were THRILLED that we didnt have to even "try" this time. Of course, we were slightly concerned about the anesthesia but not overly. So 6 days after having surgery I find out I am pregnant.
I called my midwife the next day and she assured me that chances are it would be fine. She scheduled me to come in for bloodwork the next day to see where my levels were. This would give us an approximation of how far along I was. So I did and then had them repeated on thursday. They initial number was great 1600 but the one on thursday only went up to 1900 and they are supposed to double. Karen (my midwife) then asked me to come in Monday for another repeat and it only went up to 2300.....It should have doubled twice by now .....The level should have been at least 12000 by then. This is usually a sign of an early miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy (implanted in my tube). My chance of this little bean surviving certainly looked grim at best!
JD and I prayed and prayed and asked several close friends to pray. God has showed me so so much in these few days! I have learned to truly trust Him in ways that I am ashamed to admit I often dont. I fully believe that no matter what happens to to this little baby, God's way is best! He knows what He is doing. Does that mean it would be easy if God chose to take him/her? No! But I know that He has a plan that is far better than mine and that He wants more for me than anyone! I know His ways are perfect!
Today I went for my first ultrasound. JD and I had prepared for the worst but had not lost hope. At first the tech couldnt find anything. Then she says...there is the baby....AND we have a heartbeat!!! PRAISE THE LORD!!!!!!Our little one was implanted right where it is supposed to be and has a wonderful heart beat of 112. I measured at 5 weeks 6 days which is exactly what we thought! We are still not out of the woods, but it is a good sign!! I know that this baby is Jesus' and He loves it even more than we do. I also know that if He speaks, mountains move. It is in His hands!
I am asking for everyone to please PRAY PRAY PRAY.....Pray for this precious life and pray for JD and I that we would have continued faith and peace. This baby is allready a miracle to me. I know many people have allready passed this down prayer chains ...THANK YOU! I love you all. Thank you also to those who have been so supportive throughout the past week :)
Our little baby!
Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
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Oct. 1, 2009 at 10:18 PM
I am so glad everything is working out. Other than the surgery it sounds like the beggining of my second pregnancy. Hailey is no worse for the wear and total runs me ragged.
Oct. 2, 2009 at 9:00 AM
God bless your bean and make the baby grow and grow and be very healthy!!!! Congratulations!
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Just know that if that little bean in your belly hangs on, God has a plan for him or her as well. Nothing like a situation like this to make you remember that. My mom reminded me of that when we found out that Luke's cord was shy an artery. Miscarriage rate with that is like that 30%, 50/50 shot that there would be another defect including some pretty nasty chromosomal issues, increased rate of stillbirth, preterm labor. He was born perfectly healthy, no other issues to speak of, with a tiny little umbillical cord no thicker than a pencil. God has a plan for him. That's why Luke's the first thing I thank Him for when I say my prayers at night. If you need anyone to talk to I'm around and you and your baby-to-be are still in my prayers.
- CMcDougal
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