Today I learned baby boys develop slower than baby girls. That's unfortunate since there's a high risk of prematurity after fetal surgery. We met with a Neonatologist today who was supposed to awaken us to the reality of having a premature baby. It was actually comforting to talk to her, though, because she knows how to handle premature babies. Doctors can do really miraculous things. We trust our baby will be in good hands at whatever week he's born and forever afterwards.
We also asked the most important question today: Will we get handicap
parking? Yes!! Possibly during my bed rest and most likely once we have Baby Hudson. Spina Bifida? We're in it for the parking!
I got my second booty shot this afternoon. The shot, itself, hurt a lot
less than yesterday but I felt the after effects for a longer time
today.
Finally, what we've all been waiting for...our MRI results...were consistent with the ultrasound, so we decided to do fetal surgery! I check into the hospital on Monday night and surgery is scheduled for Tuesday at 7:30 am. It should last about 3 hours but don't freak out if you don't hear from us until later that night. Until then, thank you so much for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. I'm actually a little bit selfish because I love tracking my blog page views and followers, especially right after I add a post. Feel free to view my blog as often as you want so I can rack up my stats. It makes me feel good.
I love you and your cheerful little attitude! Good luck with everything on Tuesday! I'm sure it will go well! You're wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteIs it weird that I'm comforted that you are in SF for all of this? I love that city and feel like it was so good to us the years we lived there. So, odd as it sounds, I feel like it's going to be good for you, too.
ReplyDeleteThis is all very hippie-ish, isn't it?
You, Isaiah, and baby Hudson are in our prayers.
We love you and we're praying hard for you and baby!
ReplyDeleteHaha, and I totally do the same thing with the stats and comments. It feels good to know that people are actually reading what you put up!
ReplyDeleteWe're praying for you! So happy to hear you're going to be able to do the surgery.
ReplyDeleteAlso glad you've kept your sense of humor throughout this. :)
We are praying for you too Jenna! (This is Regan...and Josh i guess since im on his account)- and you probably know this, but there is a clinic in salt lake JUST for premature babies- its called something like the nicu follow-up clinic, and they are amazing! I did a few rotations there, and I LOVED it. just for following premature babies through their early development. Dr's, specialists, and I think it is free!
ReplyDeleteWe love you guys! Thanks for keeping us all updated on Baby Hudson--I've been so impressed with how you've handled all of this. You are clearly making a very informed decision and we wish you the best with the surgery.
ReplyDeleteJana & Anthony
The Cantrell family thinks you're awesome!
ReplyDeletehaha You're funny Jenna. I just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you and wishing you the best. You're a strong person. Congratulations on your little boy, I'm sure he'll be a miracle no matter what.
ReplyDeleteHaha! I totally had to laugh at your blog stats comment. Can't say I don't do the same thing with my food storage website. :)
ReplyDeleteWell, little lady, the three of you will be in our prayers for sure. You are so loved. Keep us posted! :) XOXO
I hope Isaiah will keep everyone posted now that you've had surgery. After my surgery I was really hot from the magnesium sulfate they were giving me to keep the contractions under control. Lance had to put cold washcloths on my forehead and I would ask him to change them like every 20 minutes...Let me know if you have any questions about recovery! It was tricky. But you have the best doctors in the world!!!
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