we are officially 12 weeks. to most pregnant couples, this signifies the "safe zone." couples can safely share the fantastic news of their pregnancy. unfortunately, 12 weeks is not a marker for us. every week is a marker for us. every week that estella is still with us is a marker that she is staying strong.
there is good news to share. the genetic counselor called first thing this morning. estella ray has been cleared of ANY chromosomal abnormality! (if you will recall, there was a 50% chance of chromosomal abnormality.)
what does this mean? well, we will go down the path of potential heart issues (the next common issue) and/or other genetic issues (too many to list).
next steps? we have our 12-week check in with our OB on monday, feb. 7th. this will be a normal appt where they check my vital stats and listen to estella heart rate. after that, we were told we must wait till 15/16-week to have another U/S. at that point, they would be able to see more detail in estella's organs, etc. and, at 20-week we'd have another U/S along with an echocardiogram of her heart.
BUT, i've done a little research and found that our children's hospital has the technology to do an echo at 14 weeks! i'm in the process of contacting them to see if we can get an appt with them. fingers crossed!
and, as promised, a 12-week belly shot. BAM...it aint small :)
we want to thank you for all your prayers and good thoughts...they've gotten us this far. but, we have a long way to go. so, please keep estella ray on your mind and send good vibes our way. we need it!
Well Praise the Lord for good news, any good news is something to be celebrated. One more thing you can check off and they can know what they are looking for. I know you'll celebrate hearing that little herd of horses heartbeat next week, nothing sweeter. Just take care of you and pray, pray, pray. We have a direct like to the one who made her. When I freak out about Cole, I try to remind myself that only one person loves him more than me... the one who created him and he is ALWAYS the one in control, he has the plan. Love you, praying and EXPECTING a miracle!!
ReplyDeleteHoney...this is Wonderful news. There are so many people praying for this precious little one and those prayers ARE being answered. Love you... Mom
ReplyDeletePhilippians 4:6 (NIV)
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Hi Steph and Anthony ... I am so very thankful for your good news!!! Things are going in the right direction and that is exactly what we all wanted to hear. God knows the desires of our hearts and only he can deliver them in such a way that we are comforted in him, our father that loves us more than anything else. And the best news is that his phone line never closes!!! Day or night regardless of our time zone =) he is ALWAYS available to hear our thoughts and prayers. Keep believing in the best and we will all continue praying for God's will and it will be done. A few words that gets me through many trials or scary times are these ...
ReplyDelete"All things are possible through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ" ... "Trust and depend on him alone, for he can do all things" ... "Trust in the him and HE can deliver more than we can even begin to imagine or ask for" ... okay so they may not be the exact scripture but they are short for his promises to us. Will continue to pray for all of you ... esp little Estella Ray! Keep the updates coming ... Love you all lots! Lori