It is 6:00 and we just returned from a full day in Ann Arbor. Four appointments in one day. Quite a lot, but well worth the time, as we were given good news all day long!!
As evidenced by the many tests, pokes and prods she endured today, Elena is doing very well. She currently weighs in at 1 lb 1 oz, up 2 oz since our last visit. Her heart looks very good (the cardiologist couldn't stop taking pictures!!)
But the best news of all came from the surgeon. While we have been taking all precautions and considering all possibilities that are wrapped up with an omphalocele, the surgeon said that he feels that Elena's condition is more consistent with an umbilical hernia. This is better for a number of reasons. Needless to say, we are VERY happy and relieved parents-to-be today.
We also got a tour of the NICU and labor and delivery areas of the hospital. This baby is gonna be born in style!! We were happy to see stellar facilities, and were happily surprised to see how friendly the ENTIRE staff was.
Other highlights of the day were our lunch excursion to Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burger and a visit to our nephew on the way home.
All in all, a very good day for this family (seriously, how many times did I use the word "happy" in this post?) Now we can kick back, relax, and concentrate on battling the heat!!
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AWESOME!!! What wonderful news! I can only imagine what it must have felt like to have gone to the appointments thinking the worst and to keep getting good news over and over. Congratulations! Wishing you continued good news as Elena's birthday nears! Em
Excellent news! We are SO happy for you and are continuing to keep you all in our prayers and thoughts. I'm glad they're taking care of you in Ann Arbor and making you feel comfortable with what's ahead. Elena deserves the star treatment and so does her mom and dad!! Love you all.
Aunt MJ
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