Well, my new OB is awesome.
There are so many things I like about the way he practices medicine, but his willingness to hope along side us is seriously refreshing.
One of my favorite bits of information he received from his phone call to Dr. Balaskas is that the anatomy of this baby is perfect.
So far, the chest measurements are not falling behind. It can be one of the first signs of slow development in the lungs, when you start to see a small chest ratio.
Knowing that this is not the complete picture (only once the baby is born will we know what damage this has done to the lungs), it is reassuring to us that they are not lagging behind thus far.
Tuesday's ultrasound marks 22+3 weeks.
Ultrasounds used to be a cherished event. I remember with my first two pregnancies counting down the days between getting a glimpe into the womb.
Not so much anymore. The fear of them finding something bad always makes the days before filled with caution.
Please know that I am so thankful for your prayers. I love that I can put prayer requests out there, and know you are genuinely taking these requests to the throne.
There are so many things I like about the way he practices medicine, but his willingness to hope along side us is seriously refreshing.
One of my favorite bits of information he received from his phone call to Dr. Balaskas is that the anatomy of this baby is perfect.
So far, the chest measurements are not falling behind. It can be one of the first signs of slow development in the lungs, when you start to see a small chest ratio.
Knowing that this is not the complete picture (only once the baby is born will we know what damage this has done to the lungs), it is reassuring to us that they are not lagging behind thus far.
Tuesday's ultrasound marks 22+3 weeks.
Ultrasounds used to be a cherished event. I remember with my first two pregnancies counting down the days between getting a glimpe into the womb.
Not so much anymore. The fear of them finding something bad always makes the days before filled with caution.
Please know that I am so thankful for your prayers. I love that I can put prayer requests out there, and know you are genuinely taking these requests to the throne.
Prayer Requests for Tuesday:
1. fluid levels back to normal. At the very least, I do not want to have lost the fluid that was accumulated.
2. measurements are on track (specifically chest, lungs, kidneys, heart)
3. the separation of the amnion-chorion is not increasing. In fact, let's go ahead and pray for the miracle that it has fused:-) Might as well pray big, huh?
4. Peace. In this situation, fear creeps in often.
I appreciate you so much, prayer warriors.
I will update Tuesday night after the appointment.
James 5 has been a favorite recently:
13 Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven. 16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
3 comments:
Thanks for the updated prayer requests. we will continue to plea with the Lord on your behalf and the behalf of your precious baby who is so loved by many.
W - When I am afraid, I will trust in you!
Praying for peace and miracles,
Tami
Praise God for a dr. who will offer hope along side of you! Will keep praying as you have requested and look forward to more updates. ((hugs))
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