Blog Beginnings

I planned to start a blog once we were expecting a baby. Well, between work, preparing for our baby girl, and soaking up as much time as possible with my husband, that project was pushed to the backburner. Unfortunately, about 7 and a half weeks before my due date, my doctor found that my baby wasn't growing very well and her amniotic fluid levels were low-signs that the placenta isn't working well. why?? who knows... Regardless, I spent a few nights in the hospital and was completely prepared for a preemie, but praise the Lord things improved and I am now home on bedrest. We may still have a scrawny little thing that comes a little earlier than expected, but we are SO thankful for the last two weeks of much needed "cooking". All that to say, I have some extra time on my hands...

We are now doing sonograms twice a week to follow her fluid levels, overall well-being, and growth. Her fluid dropped a little bit this week, so we'll follow up today. I'm praying that the fluid has either improved or remained stable. Otherwise, I may see another hospital admission in my future... We're packed and ready either way and my sweet hubby put together all of our gadgets this week.
This is a pic from my maternity photo session (about 3 and a half weeks ago). My belly looks just about the same....