Today Tuesday August 3, 2010 was the first time I saw the baby's face. I know her face was not perfect, but she was beautiful! Once again she did not turn towards the camera so the doctor had to shake my belly to get her to look for the ultrasound picture. I have a few profile pictures, and I even have a silly one where she is sticking out her tongue. She was sucking her thumb a lot during my appointment. Kurtis was unable to go to this appointment with me, so my sister-in-law Lori and my good friend Kelly came with me. I knew I couldn't go alone. Thank you girls for coming with me!!!
After talking with the doctor the diagnosis was still the same, and the baby weighs 3lbs 11oz and I am 31 weeks along. He said my placenta is still doing very well which usually isn't the case with trisomy pregnancies. Also the baby is on target for a normal birth weight which he was surprised about. The cleft lip and palate opening has started to close some. I am happy to report we believe Kadence should be able to see her once she is born. This is a huge relief off my shoulders...
The next day I had a doctor appointment for my gestational diabetes...I have to prick my finger 4 times per day, check my keotones, and next week possibly have insulin given to me. My blood sugar levels are higher than they thought, so just another obstacle I have to overcome, but at least it is only for the next 9 weeks. Crossing my fingers nothing else will happen until the baby is born. I could really use a little break from all the surprises, but I am taking this journey in stride hoping someday I can help someone else who may be in my position. I love this baby and know her life in this world however long it will be really does matter! I love you baby girl :)
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