I find myself truly amazed at how God creates life inside of us. It was not but 6 months ago that all I knew was infertility and those feelings are still some I can strongly empathize with. But I am so blessed to now have this little girl growing inside of me, something that astonishes me daily as she kicks and moves.
Just this past week Matt and I have gotten to *see* Leah move as it looks like a little earthquake in my stomach. Some are so strong my only reflex is to laugh! And then Matt tells me to stop laughing so he can see her move, which makes us both laugh even harder. She's bringing so much joy to us already!
At 25 weeks now she's probably around 13.5 inches and weighs about a pound and a half (although it feels like a LOT more to me!). The months are flying by and it's hard to imagine that in 15 weeks (give or take a few weeks on either side), our lives will be SO different in such an amazing way! Thank you, Jesus, for this little girl. :D
Monday, October 11, 2010
Monday, September 6, 2010
From the most stressful week of my life to the most blessed...
On August 26th Matt and I went in to my 18 week appointment to find out whether or not our baby was a boy or girl. What we didn't expect what the news that she *might* have a hole in her heart. We were devastated and worried. I tried to hold back my tears (unsuccessfully) as my doctor told me they weren't sure but that I had to go to a specialist and have them check out her heart further. The weekend went quick as Matt and I celebrated with our friends and family that we were having a GIRL, whose name is Leah Joy. But there were also tearful conversations with family over the news and numerous prayer sessions with God over the baby's heart.
The new nurse in my office, Linda, has a baby with a hole in her heart so she took care of getting the insurance approval and making the appointment with the specialist for me. It can take weeks to get in, but since she went in there every month for her entire pregnancy, she pulled some favors for me and got us in within a week. She called me daily with updates on where she was in the process, and was also praying for Leah. She was truly and unexpected blessing!
The week of my appointment was an awful and extremely stressful week at work. I was contemplating quitting my job because the stress of the baby and the stress of work was too much for me. The night before the appointment (Wednesday) we prayed for God to heal Leah's heart if there was a hole or to just let it be nothing. We went to sleep, but I woke up twice by 2:45am and couldn't go back to sleep. At 3:15am I got out of bed to get a snack and as I was walking down the stairs I thought, I wonder if I can't go back to sleep because I'm supposed to pray?... so I did. I got down on my knees and prayed again for Leah (more like pleading) and for the Holy Spirit to give my heart peace so I could sleep and not worry. I went back to bed and fell asleep, not waking up again 'til it was time to get ready for my appointment. When I was walking down the stairs I couldn't stop thinking of Psalm 147. God was pressing it on my heart that I needed to read it right away. I told Matt who was in the kitchen, and sat down to read it. (It isn't normal for me to make complete sentences in the morning, let alone have a certain scripture I feel God wants me to read!) And I could hardly believe what I read... "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds..." I felt as though God was telling us that he healed Leah's broken heart, and that we didn't have to worry.
A few hours later we were at the specialist's office, and were brought tears of joy this time, at the ultrasound tech showed us all 4 walls of her heart and couldn't find a hole anywhere. He checked to make sure she had ten fingers, ten toes, her spine, lungs, kidney, brain... you name it, he checked it. EVERYTHING "looked as it should." Praise God for taking care of our baby!!! I don't think we've ever felt so blessed. :)
The new nurse in my office, Linda, has a baby with a hole in her heart so she took care of getting the insurance approval and making the appointment with the specialist for me. It can take weeks to get in, but since she went in there every month for her entire pregnancy, she pulled some favors for me and got us in within a week. She called me daily with updates on where she was in the process, and was also praying for Leah. She was truly and unexpected blessing!
The week of my appointment was an awful and extremely stressful week at work. I was contemplating quitting my job because the stress of the baby and the stress of work was too much for me. The night before the appointment (Wednesday) we prayed for God to heal Leah's heart if there was a hole or to just let it be nothing. We went to sleep, but I woke up twice by 2:45am and couldn't go back to sleep. At 3:15am I got out of bed to get a snack and as I was walking down the stairs I thought, I wonder if I can't go back to sleep because I'm supposed to pray?... so I did. I got down on my knees and prayed again for Leah (more like pleading) and for the Holy Spirit to give my heart peace so I could sleep and not worry. I went back to bed and fell asleep, not waking up again 'til it was time to get ready for my appointment. When I was walking down the stairs I couldn't stop thinking of Psalm 147. God was pressing it on my heart that I needed to read it right away. I told Matt who was in the kitchen, and sat down to read it. (It isn't normal for me to make complete sentences in the morning, let alone have a certain scripture I feel God wants me to read!) And I could hardly believe what I read... "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds..." I felt as though God was telling us that he healed Leah's broken heart, and that we didn't have to worry.
A few hours later we were at the specialist's office, and were brought tears of joy this time, at the ultrasound tech showed us all 4 walls of her heart and couldn't find a hole anywhere. He checked to make sure she had ten fingers, ten toes, her spine, lungs, kidney, brain... you name it, he checked it. EVERYTHING "looked as it should." Praise God for taking care of our baby!!! I don't think we've ever felt so blessed. :)
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
1st Trimester Update
So I am nearly done with the 1st trimester now! I am 13 weeks along and have a little belly bump to prove it. The 1st trimester has consisted of lots of trips to the bathroom, extreme fatigue, some mild nausea, a serious increase in my sense of smell, and eating every 2 hours. My only cravings so far have been chicken enchiladas and french fries... weird... I know. I've also come to the conclusion that I will not be getting 8 straight hours of sleep for a VERY long time... which is very hard to swallow. All worth it yes, but still hard to swallow.
What are we looking forward to? I always look forward to my doctor appointments b/c we get to hear the heartbeat each time. It's so amazing, I just can't describe it! And we are *really* looking forward to the end of August when we'll be finding out if it's a boy or a girl. :)
What are we looking forward to? I always look forward to my doctor appointments b/c we get to hear the heartbeat each time. It's so amazing, I just can't describe it! And we are *really* looking forward to the end of August when we'll be finding out if it's a boy or a girl. :)
Monday, June 7, 2010
And we have... a heartbeat!
Today I am 7 weeks pregnant. AND it's 90 degrees outside. And that equals a very upset stomach and I'm hoping to make it through the day without loosing my lunch. Luckily, I have been VERY fortunate so far to have very mild symptoms. Praise Jesus!
Last week I had my first ultrasound to make sure that there was a heartbeat, and to find out if we had 1 or 2 babies. The verdict... 1 baby with a very healthy heartbeat! Wohoo!! Hopefully you can watch the video on Facebook that's posted and see the tiny little heart beating. :)
As you can imagine, after many years of trying, this is a HUGE thing for us and we couldn't be more EXCITED!
Last week I had my first ultrasound to make sure that there was a heartbeat, and to find out if we had 1 or 2 babies. The verdict... 1 baby with a very healthy heartbeat! Wohoo!! Hopefully you can watch the video on Facebook that's posted and see the tiny little heart beating. :)
As you can imagine, after many years of trying, this is a HUGE thing for us and we couldn't be more EXCITED!
Sunday, May 23, 2010
The Results are IN
I cannot possibly describe to you the JOY and THANKFULNESS we are feeling right now! Just a few days ago we found out the amazing news that the IUI worked and I am pregnant!!! It feels so surreal to even type this, and it took a few days for it to sink in. Even now I think to myself, is this really true or am I going to wake up soon? I can't thank you all enough for all the prayers and support we received!
The morning I took the at-home test, I was at first stunned to see the digital screen say "Pregnant." As I was waiting for the results, I was telling myself to be okay with a negative test. After all, that's all I've known for 2 and a half years. So you can only imagine my shock, as I crawled back into bed with Matt and started crying with joy. We waited until the blood results came back to confirm my test. So now we will relish every moment of this gift leading to parenthood. :)
Please continue to pray for a healthy pregnancy and child. Our predicted due date is January 25th. So now this blog name needs to change... from vasquezadoption to vasquezjourney.blogspot.com.
Thanks for sharing in this joy with us!
Matt & Jess
The morning I took the at-home test, I was at first stunned to see the digital screen say "Pregnant." As I was waiting for the results, I was telling myself to be okay with a negative test. After all, that's all I've known for 2 and a half years. So you can only imagine my shock, as I crawled back into bed with Matt and started crying with joy. We waited until the blood results came back to confirm my test. So now we will relish every moment of this gift leading to parenthood. :)
Please continue to pray for a healthy pregnancy and child. Our predicted due date is January 25th. So now this blog name needs to change... from vasquezadoption to vasquezjourney.blogspot.com.
Thanks for sharing in this joy with us!
Matt & Jess
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Just a little longer
Our time in Cabo was amazing! It was a great time of relaxation and fun. We spent many days by the pool and on the beach reading and went snorkeling and on a fajita sunset cruise. It was a great way to pass the time!
For those of you who are reading this to find out if the IUI worked or not, you'll have to wait a little longer with me. My calculations were off but I hope to know this weekend. So stay tuned!
For those of you who are reading this to find out if the IUI worked or not, you'll have to wait a little longer with me. My calculations were off but I hope to know this weekend. So stay tuned!
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
It's Done!
It's interesting when I think about the whole process of what we're doing. First, I never thought I'd be in this position (a.k.a. we never think it will happen to us!). Second. I have been amazed and overwhelmed by all the love and support we've received from so many. My brothers and sisters in Christ have been there with us each step of the way. Third, when researching what an IUI is, we were completely amazed at the human body and all that has to go right in order for life to be created! WOW! It is truly incredible! And last but not least, we have had to learn what it means to trust in God for His plan. Because trust me, I would never choose this for myself or for anyone else for that matter. Having said that, I have learned so much about myself, about God, and about my wonderful husband. I couldn't ask for a more supportive and loving husband to walk through this with!
So now that the IUI is done, we wait... something I'm all too familiar with! I am so grateful for the timing though. We leave on Saturday to celebrate our 5 year anniversary in Cabo San Lucas. :D It will be so nice to get away and relax while waiting!
So now that the IUI is done, we wait... something I'm all too familiar with! I am so grateful for the timing though. We leave on Saturday to celebrate our 5 year anniversary in Cabo San Lucas. :D It will be so nice to get away and relax while waiting!
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