Family of Warriors

Family of Warriors

Tuesday 24 March 2009

Mary-Elizabeth Update

Today we went in for the highly anticipated ultrasound and possible amnio. Good news is that we are still having a little girl! It was confirmed by a doctor and technician. She was precious and curled up beside me. She has the same profile as Micah, which leads me to believe that she probably looks like the rest of her brothers. She didn't smile this time, but she did look mighty cute with her filled out cheeks.

Medically, Mary-Beth has no markers for down syndrome. The dominant markers were negative. Her kidneys were larger than normal at first. The second and third glance showed the kidneys to be normal. Thus, we opted not to do the amnio. The boys were bummed because no bed rest for Mom means a tough day at school for them. BUMMER!

Mary-Elizabeth is measuring a bit smaller. She was originally measuring to be due on the 30th of July. Now she is measuring to be due August 4th. She is in the 33% for her size. Now, this doesn't mean we should be alarmed. It was somewhat expected due to my high blood pressure and meds. Basically, we will remeasure her at 28 weeks and see if she goes up or down. The scary size to stay away from is 10% or 10 days away from her due date of Aug. 1.

In summary, Mary-Beth could still have down syndrome, but it would be a physically mild case. The chances decreased to 1 in 220. Oh, I had a mild case of placenta previa which is gone...thank you Jesus!

Mark and I loved seeing our daughter move all around and she definitely had an attitude with the technician. She really doesn't like being pushed on or in small spaces!

So, in all I feel very comfortable with the health of my daughter. She is adorable and will look absolutely beautiful in her new bows and headbands! Not to mention we found the most perfect blanket for little Mary-Beth at the gift shop. Now to find a place to house all the pink goodies!!!

Words could never express how much I appreciate your prayers and love sent our way. We are eternally grateful for your adoration!

In loving adoration,
Super Momma

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE A PICTURE OF HER WHEN SHE COMES!!! AAAACCCKK!!! :)