Our Doctor Appointment

A lot of you knew that we were going to visit with my OB/GYN today to discuss the findings from the ultrasound. I just wanted to let you know how everything went.  He again, discussed the options we had and we told him that as long as our baby's heart is beating, we will continue to wait for my body to tell me that it is time.  We asked about the probability that I would miscarry. He said he would be very surprised if I miscarried in the next month. Unless additional strain is put on the baby for whatever reason, he didn't see any reason I should "expect" a miscarriage. I was greatly comforted by this news. While I know that there is always that chance, I was under the impression that it was very likely I WOULD miscarry. I was afraid I would drive myself crazy thinking that every cramp or strange feeling was the beginning of the end. I am choosing to continue this pregnancy as if it were "normal." I will eat the best foods for my baby and try not to drink too much coke :).  I will look at my growing belly in a whole new light and "wear" it with pride. I might even go out and buy a few cute maternity tops :). My wardrobe could use some help anyways. :)

The biggest question I have had over the last 2 days is whether or not, considering our baby's condition, and assuming it is not stillborn, is there any possibility that any of its organs would be viable for donation. I feel that if we had to go through all of this just to save another baby (or lots of babies!), it would take on a whole new meaning in our lives. While our doctor was unable to give us a definitive answer today, he will be contacting other specialists to find out if this is a possibility for us. He should have more information for us at our next appointment (in 4 weeks).

In the  meantime, I will continue with my regular doctor visits so that they can keep and eye on things and make sure that my blood pressure and everything stays at normal levels, just as they would in a "normal" pregnancy.

The best part of today was getting to hear Baby's heartbeat again. Nice and strong. :)