No Worries - We're all doing great!
I'm a bad, bad blogger. I'm sorry to have worried anyone. It's just been super busy, but good busy. The good news is we are all doing wonderful.
I've only got a few minutes to just give a brief update. I should have time tomorrow to get a longer update done.
Riley came home on Saturday and is doing wonderfully. She left the hospital at 6 lbs. 7 oz. and by Tuesday was up to 6 lbs. 12 oz. She's packin' on the pounds now!
She's got her nights and days mixed but we're working on it. Mom's are tired but loving every minute of it.
Tonight we're off on our first family outing. Shelly's niece's Junior High Graduation.
To tide every one over until I can get a better update done here are a few pics from this past week.
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!
I'm a bad, bad blogger. I'm sorry to have worried anyone. It's just been super busy, but good busy. The good news is we are all doing wonderful. 
18 comments:
THANK YOU for posting! Yes, we were all concerned until K posted that she had held Riley. Love the pictures--she's a cutie. Please post more tomorrow. :) And join the yahoo group for us families with children from the same donor. It's really cool to see other kids from the same donor. :)
She's so pretty. Thanks for posting. Karen and I know how hard it is to post in those early weeks. We're glad everyone is okay. And congratulations again on your beautiful family.
She is totally adorable and you have temporarily satisfied the need for info/pictures! So glad everyone is ok and happy-busy. Sending you well wishes from around the world! - f.
Thank you for posting. I was getting your comments on my blog :) ha ha
Everyone is so concerned and in love with the newest arrival.
My teeth ache I want to hold her again so bad. I LOVE LOVE LOVE that orange dress. SOOOO cute.
Try and be a better blogger aye ? :)
P.S. I'm sure you've already read but it looks like Jennifer's twins are coming soon.
Oh, Dee, she's a living doll! What a little sweetheart. Thank you so much for the post and the pics! I especially love the pic of Riley with Shelly. Awesome moment to capture.
So happy that everything is going well. I love the little headbands with bows, they are so cute!
Thanks for the update!!!! I'm glad things are going well. :) Think of you all often.
What a doll! So beautiful baby - love the orange dress.. I love the color ;o)
Thanks for updating. We have been checking on you pretty often (maybe too often :o)) congratulations!
Enjoy her!
can't wait to hear more stories real soon...
She looks absolutely perfect. What a strong little girl (with some really strong moms!) How are your four legged kids are adapting to Miss Riley?
It's about time!!!
She is so beautiful! OMG! I can't wait to see more pictures. We totally understand how busy you are!
Gorgeous Gorgeous Gorgeous!!!!
I am so glad to heat that all is ok. My mother hadnt told me anything new SO I did not know what was going on. Hope all is well...
As far as the nights and days.. she;ll get it. One book that i LOVED was the BABY Whisperer.. her dream feeds are the best!!!!!
B-E-A-U-TIFUL! Thanks for squeezing an update in between all your new mommy duties. :o) So glad to hear everyone's doing well. Can't wait to see more of the lil doll.
I love the new pictures & we are glad you are all doing well! I remember bringing home J from the hospital. I have never been more tired and more happy at the same time. She is beautiful!
Thanks for updating us! Little Riley is gorgeous!!
Oh so cute! Thanks for the update! What a precious, beautiful angel you have there.
The orange dress, So cute oh and so is Riley!!
We all understand busy.. That's what happens.. :) Thanks for the update.. We are MORE than happy for you..
She is too damn cute though.. When is the friend baby shower?
Oh My GOSH! She is BEAUTIFUL! We understand BUSY! Just Enjoy!! Love you All ! Gotta run!
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