Today was our 26 week ultrasound, yes 26 weeks!!! We are so thankful that God has brought us this far. Today's appointment wasn't as full of good news like the past apts have been. But we are choosing to praise God in the good news and praise Him in the "bad" news. A lot easier said than done though I have to admit. Let's start filling you in on the good news. She is growing very well and is already 2 pounds and 4 ounces. A little side note, her feet are huge!! The tech just got her two feet in view and we both couldn't believe how big they are. They are very long and skinny. Her heart is looking great and everything is looking proportioned. The doctor was encouraged by her growth and said that so far her umbilical cord does not seem to be hindering her growth. Now with the prayer requests. Her kidney is still dilated, but we will just keep watching. Nothing in a horrible range just yet. They did focus a lot on her brain today and said that she does have a level of fluid in the Left Ventricle that he is concerned about. They do not like to see anything over 10 and her levels were measuring at 12.5. As far as what this means, we just don't know yet. Instead of going back in a month he will do another ultrasound in two weeks to measure the fluid. From there we will either wait and watch or possibly order a fetal MRI to take a closer look at things. I know I don't need to ask, but please pray for Hope. Pray that she is not in any pain from the pressure that the fluid could be causing and that this will not cause permanent damage. We would also ask that you pray for wisdom for the doctors. We know that none of this is a surprise to God and He has it all under control. I go in for an appointment to the regular OB on Thursday and I will hopefully be able to ask her some questions about this newest situation. Dr. Sorenson is very helpful and I am looking forward to talking with her. A side note: I am contracting a lot. So today the doctor gave me a prescription to help calm them down. I was so thankful that they are able to help us with that.
Resting in God's Mighty and capable Hands,
Andy and Jenn
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Father, please continue to perform Your loving handiwork on Hope. May you give the family peace of mind as they wait and wait. Pour out Your blessings on them.
ReplyDeleteJust came cross your blog. My son also had a CH, stay strong mamma, you will get through this, these babies are miracles but hey, you already know that :)
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