prognosis update!

Yesterday we had an ultrasound and follow up appointment regarding William’s prognosis.  I was pretty anxious and nervous not sure what to expect.  It was fun to see Liam on the ultrasound and thankfully we saw a doctor in the practice that delivered Carson and that both Brian and I really like.  He said that even though William is breech (3 out of 3!), the cysts were gone and there was no other indication of any birth defects or problems leading our doctor to believe that Liam is perfectly healthy.  He said he was 99% certain that he was fine (a very audacious but assuring percentage) and that I should expect a normal pregnancy and healthy baby.  Basically, we are no more at risk for abnormalities then we were before we saw the cysts on his brain. 
We definitely shed a few tears of relief and joy yesterday.
In addition to the news about Liam, I was joking with this doctor about wishing he was delivering on the day I am scheduled to give birth to Liam.  Our doctor didn’t even ask us twice about why we didn’t want to other doctor (who is my LEAST fav in the practice.. if you are interested in reading Javier’s birth story as to why we do NOT like this other doctor click here) but asked when I was scheduled to deliver William, immediately called up his recep and changed his schedule for August to make sure he was the one in the delivery/operating room doing the job!  I couldn’t believe it and was so shocked!  He said he was honored that we asked him then gave me a HUG!  He was really great when he delivered Carson, calling him by name as they pulled him out and even letting Brian cut the cord with a c-section.  I think I teared up just with that news and I really hope it actually comes to fruition.  I was joking with Brian last night that it reminded me of the scene in “Knocked up” when the main characters decided on a doctor and the doctor guarantee’s them he will be there, claiming never takes vacations and is over committed to his job.  All the while, they scan his office with pictures of the doctor on various vacations with family and friends.  It’s funny if you haven’t seen it and in the end he isn’t there to deliver their baby. 
None the less, we are very relieved and excited.  We know so many have been praying for us and have been so supportive since we found out the news of Liam and we are privileged to be surrounded by everyone who has.  Thank you for all who have given encouraging words, phone calls etc.  I will say I am still a little more anxious to hold him in my arms, see and feel that he is healthy and strong, but I have 3 more months of his growing before that takes place.
Here is a pic from yesterday.  Liam is 2 weeks ahead of schedule in his development, is now in the 63 percentile of his growth and weighs 1 lb 9 oz.  When the tech first started the ultrasound, William was in the “frank” breech position, meaning his legs were strait up putting his feet by his ears by my rib cage.  He moved his legs down by the end of the ultrasound, but I was so glad she got a shot of his feet by his head because it was so cute.  When I was pregnant with Javier, and we knew he was breech, my doctor said she would put money that if I had 5 more babies, they would all be breech.  It’s so rare for a baby to stay breech to term (less than 3% I think), and the fact that every baby I carry is breech is an indication that something in my uterus or pelvis is preventing these guys from turning like they should… which is why I’m glad I didn’t let them manipulate either of my boys to try to get them to turn so I could deliver naturally, as badly as I wanted that.  I also have to get my RH- shot at my next appointment and assuming I passed my glucose test, hopefully I’m done with that as well.
Only about 3 months left to meet our baby boy.  As scared as I am on how I am going to manage 3 little boys, I’m so excited about my family.  I grew up in so much abuse, pain, neglect, brokenness and dysfunction, that this whole living in a peaceful home with my husband and children is a gift I never thought I would have.. ever.  This past year particularly has been such a year of healing and growth with my family relationships and my relationship with God/faith it has definitely changed my life. 

This experience has def taught me how to love others through difficult, similar circumstances, and for that I’m thankful.  I know I’ve mentioned it before, but we are aware that others have to deal with more difficult situations, and it is heartbreaking.  I don’t pretend to understand the pain, I’m so sad for them and pray that God will give them support, love, joy and knowledge that surpasses expectation. 
In a few weeks (on mother’s day weekend) we have a 3/4D ultrasound scheduled and I will definitely post pics of that.  Thank you again for loving us.  We will keep you posted as things progress!