What do you tell a 3 year old?

Had a growth scan yesterday... baby is still growing at her own rate. She is measuring almost 2 weeks small but is following her own curve.  She now weighs around 2lb 1oz. Dr did say we will deliver between 34-37 weeks, but is hopeful we will make it to 37 weeks.
I met with Dr Growney today for my regular appointment. That went well. Uterus is measuring same a baby 26 weeks, I'm 28 right now. I've already gained 11lbs since the start of pregnancy. I feel great, but starting to get tired again.  Baby moves all the time. From here on out I will be busy with appointmets. Every Tuesday I go to Springs for a Doppler with high risk Dr. And starting next Thursday I will go to my Dr for BPP scans (watches babies breathing, movement, fluid levels, ect) along with an NST (watches heartbeat for 20 min) followed with a quick visit from the Dr.

Lately Averi has been talking about "a baby in mommies tummy coming soon".usually we just ignore her. We haven't told the girls anything so not sure where this came from. She is very smart for her age. So we told her tonight that mommy has a baby in her tummy that is a special present for our special friends Q&A. We continued to tell her that not all mommies tummies work and some are broken.  So her mommy (Me) has a baby in her tummy to give to Q&A since A' s tummy is broken. Not sure how much she grasped and understood. We don't plan on talking about it unless they ask more.

Bed rest update

I'm still in bed rest. But the good news is it is working. Today I had a follow-up Doppler to look at blood flow to baby. The ultrasound tech actually called another tech in to repeat the scan just to double ckeck. They both agreed that the blood flow had improved a good amount. They talked to the DR and she was happy with the change.
Next week I have another ultrasound to check the size of the baby and a doppler. I will have weekly blood flow studies, and this week I start NST on Thursdays.  So 2 days a week are spent at Dr offices.

Today I also got an awesome care package from my best friend to keep my entertained for the next few weeks.

It is crazy to think this baby will be here in less than 10 weeks.

Fetal Echo/Growth scan

Well where do I start....

The good: The baby's heart looks wonderful, no abnormalities were detected. Heart rate was normal range and chugging along perfect. Baby is moving around like crazy. Fluid level is wonderful. Cervix is still nice and long.

The not so good:  The baby is measuring small still. I am currently 25 weeks 4 days, and she is measuring 24 weeks. This puts her around the 3rd-4th percentile on the growth chart. They consider anything under 10% restricted. Right now she weighs around 1lb 7oz.

The why: After a close look at the baby, the umbilical cord, and the placenta...  It was determined that there is decreased blood flow through one of the vessels in the cord. The cord does have 3 vessels (normal) but one of the vessels going to the baby isn't flowing as good as it should be. The placenta still looks healthy and has good blood flow, the baby looks good (other then size), and the cord is the one causing the trouble.

The now what: Well this is the part that is going to be tough..... I am now on modified bed rest (again). And am out of work until this baby is born. It is thought that if I decrease my activity, it will help the blood flow to the baby. (this means no more walking 10+ miles 3 days a week at work) I will be spending a lot of time laying around watching tv, maybe I will learn a new skill. So if you want to send me some goodies, or crafts go right ahead ;)

The game plan: The Dr is shooting to deliver her between 35-37 weeks. This will only be the case if she continues to grow.  If she slows her growing down anymore it was brought up that I could be put on hospital bed rest. I am staying very positive and know we will get to at least 35 weeks. Eventually they will probably give steroids to help baby's lungs. I will now be getting weekly ultrasounds on Tuesdays. This may increase this as time goes on.

We were able to talk to Q&A via phone at the appointment and they got to ask questions.  I was also able to have a great conversation with each of them after the appointment. I think we are all on the same page, they feel so bad that I'm having to be on bed rest. But we all know it is what is best for this little girl. Rich and I knew when we signed up for this adventure there would be curve balls, and knew this was a thing that could come up, but didn't think it would happen. We will take everything one step at a time. Rich has been awesome, and understands he will have to do even more with kids and around the house. But we all have the same goal and will do what ever it takes to get a happy healthy baby here.

Thank you again to those of you who have been so positive and supportive!

20 week ultrasound

Today was a great day!
Last night Q&A (the parents) arrived in Pueblo and we got to spend some time with them. They were able to meet the girls and we were able to discuss everything baby. They are a little more reserved and were excited to see they baby in person via ultrasound. They brought some beautiful flowers.

This morning we went to Dr Growney's office and had the regular appointment.  He was awesome and really involved Q&A. He had them feel the fundus (top of uterus)  and also made them use the doppler to find her heartbeat. I'm pretty sure Q even got to feel her move. 

After the appointment we all went to breakfast and enjoyed a casual conversation. It is so amazing how easy the conversation flows.

After breakfast we went to Memorial to meet with MFM for the ultrasound. We were able to get a great view of the baby after a long time of trying.  The baby thought it would be great to turn her face toward my back. Everything with the baby looked perfecta, she is measuring a little small but the Dr did not seem worried. We will have a follow up ultrasound with MFM in 4 weeks. This will include a fetal echo and growth scan. (Apparently IVF babies are at higher risk for heart defects.)

We are truly blessed to have so much love and support during this adventure!!!

19 weeks.... almost

Tomorrow I will be 19nweeks. There hasn't been much to update. I'm starting to get a little belly. Food aversion as decreased and I actually like eating again. I have had a few cravings but nothing crazy. I also have been feeling the baby move around a lot more.

I'm so thankful for all the support I've gotten  (from most people). My coworkers and family have been amazing. People are always asking questions, asking how I feel, and touching my belly (even though there isn't much there). Next week we will have the anatomy scan in Springs. Q&A are planning on flying in for my appointment with Dr Growney and then following up to Springs for the ultrasound.  I can't believe we are almost half way there.

KIDNEY LIKE A CHAMP.

I'm 16 weeks 4 days. Had appointment with Dr Growney. It went well. Babys had heart rate of 150. My vitals were good. My weight hasn't changed. I haven't gained any yet. I did wake up yesterday with a bump.

Last week I went to kidney Dr and learned my loan kidney is at 100%! It has never been close to this since I had it taken out.

We will have an ultrasound in a month with Maternal Fetal Medicine.  Q&A are hoping to come for that appointment

Reunited and it feels so...... exhausting

Well after weeks of being off work I finally got to go back.  Man oh man I forgot how busy that place is! The past 3 days were so busy, and non stop. But at the same time I am thankful to work with such amazing people in a job that I really do love.
Now that the cat is out of the bag on social media it was awesome how many co-workers,  and friends were so supportive.

Today the weather was beautiful this morning. The girls and I decided to take the morning and play since I've been laid up. We went to the park, the library,   and to lunch. Then we all came home and took a much needed nap.