Okay, who forgot to pray? We were hoping and praying for at least six viable embryos, and we had only two. While I was grateful to learn that we had two healthy embryos for transfer today, I must admit that I was also quite disappointed and discouraged that we would have nothing to freeze (especially with 26 follicle and 11 mature eggs). After I grieved the negative aspects and was able to really focus on the positive, Wade jokingly said, "Okay, who forgot to pray?" With my sense of humor still intact, I thought it would be a good way to break the ice on tonight's blog.
This morning's embryo transfer was smooth and successful. Praise the Lord for that. I had two hours to lie in the hospital and listen to my favorite music before the procedure. When the Dream Team came in, I was almost asleep. In fact, my blood pressure was only 96/74. It probably went up a bit in the operating room when I had to let it all hang out under a spotlight with six people in the room. I had to close my eyes and find a happy place. If that situation isn't stressful, I don't know what is!
After all of the time and shots and procedures, now we have to wait for two weeks. I still take three oral medications each day, and Wade gives me an injection of Progesterone every night. Please pray that I am pregnant with a baby (or two) right now and that they grow and develop in a healthy way. January 2nd is our big day.
Thanks again for your support and prayers. Happy Holidays! Ramona
7 comments:
Ramona-
I am sorry for your dissapointment, but happy to hear that the procedure yesterday went well. I'll pray that the two little ones make themselves comfortable and start growing even at this early stage! Try to take it easy the next couple of weeks (I know the wait will be long). Enjoy the holidays with your precious family!
Julie Bauer
We are also sorry for the not so positive news. We pray that the two come out as perfect as Liliana. We prayed for you guys. We even went to church to do it!
Have a Merry Christmas and remember we are always thinking of you.
Tim and Chris Obermark.
It wasn't me! Ha! I've been praying continuously for your family.
I'm choosing to look at the bright side....You had TWO viable embryos! Congratulations!!!
Relax and enjoy the holidays and your beautiful daughter. :-)
Ramona,
I am so sorry to hear that! I was with you all day yesterday! Having been there, done that I knew exactly what to pray for.
I am so sad that you had disappointing news, especially after all the hope with the great numbers. Just another proof of how complicated and complex this whole process is! And God knows best!
So now we need to focus on happy thoughts! :-)
I will pray for these two little guys! That they are nice and sticky and find a perfect place for the next 9 month! Just enjoy the holidays! If you need a distraction, I am always up for lunch or something! Just play being princess for another 2 weeks! How wonderful! And you deserve it!
Love, Andrea Wallace
Though I know it's a disappointment, we are still thankful that you have TWO embryos, and know that if it is the Lord's will, those two are all that He needs, despite what statistics may tell you. We will pray for peace as you wait over the holidays for the news!
Love,
Rachel M.
Ramona,
I was thinking of you all day yesterday. I will continue to pray that you are pregnant and that everyone is healthy. Try to relax and take care of yourself. Continue to let people help you as much as possible. Have a safe trip to Michigan.
Merry Christmas,
Shawna
Wade and Ramona,
We're praying here!! Ramona, I think it would be helpful to eat lots of chocolate, bon-bons, etc. That should definitely keep you in a happy place!! In fact, I'll do the same here to keep in the spirit of things! Have a Merry Christmas and safe travels. :-)
Love you both, Wendy
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