Today Riley had a weight check appointment and she continues to be an overachiever. In one week she gained 12 ounces. She's now up to 7 lbs 8 oz! Way to go Riley!!! We no longer need to add formula to the breast milk to get her extra calories. She goes back for another weight check next week.
In other news we got Riley's social security card in the mail on Monday and her birth certificate today. Guess she's now an official and I can work on getting her added to my insurance.
She had a follow up appointment with the Plastic Surgeon yesterday. He's very pleased with how her scar is healing. We'll go back in six months to have him check each end of the scar to determine if he needs to do any follow-up procedures. We see the Pediatric Surgeon on Friday.
Last night was rough. We think she may have had an upset belly. She didn't sleep much, if at all. Neither did we. That was the first bad night we've had (knocking on wood). We're hoping tonight goes much smoother because we're both TIRED!
Wednesday, June 6, 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!
12 comments:
YEAH RILEY !!!!
That is GREAT news about the weight. I wish we got kudos for packing on the pounds :)
Isn't if fun to get their social security cards. I remember when we got the boys we just kept saying...their names look so professional. They look so official.
That kid is going to be hitting milestone after milestone.
Kiss her for us.
WTG Riley!! :) I'm glad she is doing so incredibly well. Isn't it almost impossible to remember back to when they told you not to buy anything for the baby now that she is here - in your arms and thriving? I've said it before and I'll say it again - they call it "practicing medicine" for a reason. Riley rocks and I have a feeling she will rock the world her entire life. :)
Sorry about the rough night - that is no fun for anyone. Hopefully tonight will be much, much better.
Yeah that is great news!! Riley is a trooper for sure! What a strong little girl.
Sorry about your hard night. They just don't get that they need to have their hard night on the weekends!
Glad she is doing so well!!
Wow, we just received Riley's birth certificate. It takes 3-4 months here in Ontario! Yeah, stupid. We haven't gotten her social security card yet either. But we did get her health card right away. It's incorrect though so we have to go to the office and change it.
Sorry about the fussy night. We had a few of those when Riley was little. It will pass. Some favourite methods of passing gass for our Riley included being bounced on her tummy on your leg/arm, being carried that way, doing a rocking chair type movement with her on your knee and then rubbing of the back.
Way to go Riley!!! Awesome news.. Again, let us know when you are okay with us coming to love on your baby girl and bring you dinner! :)
Good luck with your night, hopefully you get some sleep.. SO REMEMBER THOSE NIGHTS... :)
You got her SS cards already? WTF?! It took 3 months to get Mikaela's. Damn Illinois...
YEAH Riley! Good girl little sweet, sweetest of peas! You are a fighter and an angel. What a little miracle you are and continue to be...
Oh Dee I remeber those days! they are as fun as they are they are tiering...Gas drops are the key! those little ones struggle with Gas and getting it out and gas drops are a world of relief for you both. It is hard not being able to do anything! Walmart has an equate brand that is cheap and effective. Love and miss you TONS...
Wow!! Thats wonderful news! Couldn't believe she'll be 3 weeks old tomorrow - Time Flies toooo FAST!!!!
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I've been checking out your blog lately and Riley such a doll! I know you girls are so proud of her!!! I found your blog from another friend's blog:) Please feel free to come and check us out!
Amber
thebabybug.blogspot.com
It sounds like she is going to do everything with gusto! LOL!!!
So wonderful to hear how well she's doing! Can't wait to see more pictures!
How is everyone doing? Craving more pictures but I'm sure you've got your hands full. Hope you are all recovering and enjoying your early summer together.
OK !!! Riley has been an overachiever since last WEDNESDAY for hell sakes.
How about an update....even if it's just pictures. :)
I need a Riley fix.
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