baby watch

It has been an interesting week as far as this pregnancy goes. At my Monday appointment the doctor and I decided to go ahead and have another ultrasound done to make sure all was well with Hannah. There has been a several things different with this pregnancy than with Jackson and it caused a little unrest and red flags with me. I'm certain that my previous miscarriage had a lot to do with that... you just always wonder if all is well until you have that precious baby in your arms and can see for yourself.

I spent much time on my knees laying my daughter's health and my anxiety before the Lord. I am amazed anew at how He offers the peace beyond all understanding. And I can atest that the peace I felt was not something that could remotely come from this weak person that I am - only from the Lord. Health issues or not, I was ready to trust in Him completely.

I went into the ultrasound appointment knowing that if something abnormal was found I would likely be induced or scheduled a C-section as soon as possible. So, you can imagine the whirlwind mode of last minute stuff just in case...clean house, bags packed, shaved legs...

In the end, yesterday's ultrasound went well. Despite the small outer measurements and my lack weight gain, she is estimated to be about 6lbs 3oz (which is good for 37.5 weeks). Not as petite as they thought! And, we confirmed that she is indeed a she. Whew! I can't imagine changing over this explosion of pink that has entered my house. They are watching my amniotic fluid level as it is slightly low. I'll get another ultrasound next week to make sure all is well there.

So for now we have a new batch of pictures to linger over until she decides to come. Last night I told Mike that I am so relieved to hear that she is well, but a little sad to have to wait longer to meet her. In the end, I'll take her health a million times before that.