We had our follow-up Fetal Foto appointment on Tuesday. The good news is it was WONDERFUL to see our little girl. The bad news is she still wouldn't give us a good full face shot so we're going back again in a few weeks. Until then I don't have any pictures to post because they kept the CD/DVD.
Riley is SO SASSY! She was a complete wiggle worm throughout the entire appointment. She likes to keep her hand in front of her face. It was almost as if she were telling us "No sneak peaks. You'll see me when I'm ready for you to see me!"
She's definitely FEISTY! Every time they'd think we were in a good position to get good 4D images she'd move. This happened over and over. After about 20 minutes she brought her hand up to the side of her face and FLIPPED US THE BIRD for about 30 seconds! I think she'd had enough of the poking and prodding. She's totally practicing for her teenage years! After she was done flipping us off she gave us a peace sign. I think she was saying, "Peace out. I'm not cooperating anymore. Go away. We're done for now."
It was amazing to see her again. We also learned she just may be a thumb sucker. She really likes to keep her hands in front of her face. And, although we're expecting a beautiful bald baby, she did have a few little hair wisps at the back of her head.
We didn't look at the Hygroma much. Legally they're not allowed to point out medical issues. I think that it looks the same size. We'll know for sure in two weeks at our next Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasound. We know it won't go away but I think, based on my vast medical knowledge, that she's growing like a weed and it's staying the same.
Shelly's starting to get pretty uncomfortable. Riley's wedged herself underneath her ribs. She says she feel as if her ribs are actually bruised. I know she's totally miserable because her Mom called today with Jazz tickets to Saturday's game and she turned her down! These aren't your average tickets either. They're 5th row, center court, right behind Larry H, and come with dinner before the game and snacks at half time. I would have bet $1000 that she'd still go to a game if she was asked but no, she doesn't feel like she could sit through the entire game. Wow! This is getting serious!
Thursday, March 8, 2007
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Our Conception Story
After eight years together we were pretty sure we'd spend our life with our four legged kids, doing lots of camping, and traveling the world. On August 12, 2004 that all changed with the birth of our God Daughter Tate. We immediately fell completely in love with her and soon began to re-think our decision of not having kids.
In October 2005 we began the process of trying to conceive. As soon as we started trying Shelly began having very erratic cycles which made the process that more complicated. After four tries over six months we decided to schedule a consultation with the a Reproductive Specialist. We were desperate to conceive and on a limited time frame since Shelly had just turned 41. Dee was 35 at the time but not able to conceive due to a medical procedure.
Our first appointment with the Repro Man was May 2006. He suggested we try IVF using Dee's eggs and Shelly as the gestational mother. He felt this scenario would give us the highest chance for success of a healthy pregnancy. We spent a short amount of time weighing our options and decided this was the best choice. We began our first IVF cycle in August. They did the Egg Retrieval and Fertilization on 8/31. Three days later, 9/3, they transferred three embryos into Shelly. Then the wait began.
Shelly promised not to begin the home pregnancy test too soon. Dee had to travel out of state for business a week after the transfer and asked Shelly to please wait to test. BUT, the wait was too much for her and she started testing after a week. At first there was no line. But after a couple of days testing a faint line started to appear. When Dee came home from her trip Shelly told her, "I know I'm pregnant." Dee didn't believe her and insisted the line wasn't dark enough so she tested herself to compare. There was absolutely no line. She began to believe Shelly was pregnant but still had doubt. Dee went to the store and bought another brand of testing strips. After five home tests, we were convinced we we're pregnant due to all positive results. A blood test at two weeks confirmed it; we were going to have a baby!
In October 2005 we began the process of trying to conceive. As soon as we started trying Shelly began having very erratic cycles which made the process that more complicated. After four tries over six months we decided to schedule a consultation with the a Reproductive Specialist. We were desperate to conceive and on a limited time frame since Shelly had just turned 41. Dee was 35 at the time but not able to conceive due to a medical procedure.
Our first appointment with the Repro Man was May 2006. He suggested we try IVF using Dee's eggs and Shelly as the gestational mother. He felt this scenario would give us the highest chance for success of a healthy pregnancy. We spent a short amount of time weighing our options and decided this was the best choice. We began our first IVF cycle in August. They did the Egg Retrieval and Fertilization on 8/31. Three days later, 9/3, they transferred three embryos into Shelly. Then the wait began.
Shelly promised not to begin the home pregnancy test too soon. Dee had to travel out of state for business a week after the transfer and asked Shelly to please wait to test. BUT, the wait was too much for her and she started testing after a week. At first there was no line. But after a couple of days testing a faint line started to appear. When Dee came home from her trip Shelly told her, "I know I'm pregnant." Dee didn't believe her and insisted the line wasn't dark enough so she tested herself to compare. There was absolutely no line. She began to believe Shelly was pregnant but still had doubt. Dee went to the store and bought another brand of testing strips. After five home tests, we were convinced we we're pregnant due to all positive results. A blood test at two weeks confirmed it; we were going to have a baby!
11 comments:
Sorry Riley wouldn't let you get a good look at her face. That's too funny that she flipped you off. LOL. And she has something in common with Lois & Holly's Andrew who also gave a peace sign during an ultrasound. :P
Sorry Shelly is so uncomfortable. Wow, that sucks seeing as she has another 10 or so weeks to go... I hope Riley moves around and leaves those ribs alone!
A) FANTASTIC news.....Don't make me wait so long...I was getting worried about you guys
B)Sassy is not a good thing...TRUST ME !
C)I can't wait to see her
D)Let Shelly's mom know me and J would LOVE to go to the Jazz game 5th row with dinner on Saturday.
Just let me know what time and where to meet her. Oh...and what she looks like.
Peace Out, that's all for now :)
Glad to hear everything is okay!You guys can't wait so long to post when everyone is waiting for an update. I was worried.
I love how sassy and fiesty she is - too darn funny! Something tells me she is going to give you a run for your money. :)
Sorry you didn't get any good shots but still - so much fun to get to see her.
Hi! I am a lurker and have enjoyed your blog for a while now. I had a similar problem when pregnant with my son (now 14). He had his feet shoved under my ribs for MONTHS and once he got bigger he would stretch and push on them. My ribs were bruised for at least a month after he was born. I understand your pain. Its very uncomfortable! Hang in there..it will be worth it once you see her face!
OMG - almost every line in that post mirrored little Andrew!
He never stayed still during an ultrasound. The one where they check for the neck curviture, he moved every direction but the right one for 45 minutes! He flipped us the bird and we even got an ultrasound of him giving a peace sign!
In month 7, he perched a foot under Lois' rib and she was in "bruised" pain for the remainder of the pregnancy.
He always moved his hands and arms in front of his face - he does that now when he's just hanging out in his pack n' play.
Too funny!
It sounds like Riley is doing so wonderful!
I CAN'T BELIEVE she gave up the Jazz tickets - this is serious!
I love that she flipped you off and then gave you the peace sign! It must be so incredible to sit there and see your baby.
Couldn't we aat least get a pic of Riley flipping her finger up??!!
By the way, the thumb-sucking is too too cute.
Hi,
Well that last comment was uncalled for nasty just plain nasty.
I'm deluking I love reading your blog congratuations to you both.
from Aussiegirl Lisa
All,
Lisa is referring to a comment that was Anonymous that I deleted. Someone had the forthright to post their negative "opinion" but didn't have the balls to post their name. I've since deleted it.
Thanks Lisa!
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