Today is a big day. 32 weeks. That was the goal for us to make it to when we had our surgery. 10.5 weeks- so so far away. So many things that could go wrong. Yet today we are at 32 weeks! We made it! Not only did we make it- we're thriving. I'm not in the hospital; I'm not even on bedrest anymore. And we had an awesome MFM appointment yesterday. The estimated Rhys to weigh 5lbs already!! That is a big baby. Owen is right behind hom at 4lbs 2oz (I know it seems like a big size difference but its completely normal). They both checked out completely healthy and have grown A LOT. The dr said yesterday that we've passed all the major hurdles. Sure if they were born now they would have NICU time but there shouldn't be long term problems related to prematurity.
I've been really emotional today. We went through such a hard time of not even knowing if either one would survive. And as every day passed and I was still pregnant, our hope grew more and more. I feel now like I am bursting with hope and excitement. For the longest time, we didn't even want to hope. We didn't want to be shattered. I guess its a coping mechanism when you are facing something so much bigger than yourself. But now I feel on top of the world with strong, healthy boys still cooking (over 9lbs of boys so far!).
The Lord was so faithful and so tender to us in our weakest times of utter dependence. I want to stay in that sweet embrace, that hiding place even though my circumstances aren't driving me there anymore. Don't worry; I have no crazy ideas that I can be a mom to all 4 without the quiet strength of my Savior filling me every morning, noon and night. But we've passed the point of sheer desperation that is so awful yet so precious at the same time.
I am getting really excited to meet these boys that have taken us on such a ride. And it will be soon- the dr said after 34 weeks, they won't try to stop my labor. Now we're praying these boys will stay in long enough for their lungs to develop and that they wouldn't need assistance when they are born. What a sweet treat that would be! Thank you so much for your prayers, your help, your support and encouragement.
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Party in the Uecker house, too! We are jumping for joy with you! Woot, woot! Praise GOD!!!
I have to say I actually got a little emotional just reading this.
I knew today was your 32 week mark, since it was marked on my calendar. And I mailed some presents for the boys today.
I have been saying this whole time that March would be awesome, but considering you already have NINE POUNDS of baby in you, and more than a month to go until March 5, maybe I should adjust my hope to 35 weeks (healthy lungs, right?) instead of 37, just for your own comfort!
Is Rhys still head down?
Praise GOD from whom all blessings flow!!!!
That is so awesome! I'm so glad that the boys and you are doing so well.
Congratulations! As I was reading your blog I was listening to music and right when I opened your blog "In Christ Alone" by Avalon came on! What a song to hear while you are reading your praise! This is the power of Christ :)
Rejoicing with you! Can't wait to see pictures of those cute boys when they come!
Congrats! I remember that milestone all too well, and the boys weren't even mo/mo. Keep 'em baking Momma!
I am so exciting for you and your boys! We were in school together (Amber Vaughn) and I found out about your situation through my mother-in-law, who found out from your mother-in-law. Anyway, I have been following along with your journey and wanted to say congrats on reaching this milestone! I have been praying for you and your sons!
On a side note, my sister, Abbie, is expecting twin girls in the next 2-3 weeks. She finally reached 34 weeks and we are hoping she can get one more week in!
Praise HIM!! What a roller coaster in deed! I understand about not letting yourself get too excited and now how you want to BURST!!! We are praying you through!! Love the pics of the girls
SO excited with you at this huge milestone! waiting with you to meet those precious boys!
Wahoo!! What strong little boys! You are doing so great and I just love hearing how the Lord provides exactly what you need. What a comfort to know that He will not give us more than we can handle. Praise Jesus for healthy 32 week boys!!!!
Praise the Lord for this wonderful day! I am so excited for you and can't wait to meet these precious boys that have kept us all on our knees! But we can wait a little longer...like 3 weeks or so (strong lungs, strong lungs, strong lungs)!
Hey Caskeys! This is Ashley Oliver Gaymon...I have been following your blog and praying for you frequently. We are so very thankful that your boys are doing so well. Praise the Lord for all that He has done!
YAHOO! That's the first thing I thought of this morning - Kelley's 32 weeks today!! I'm starting to think the chances of us having babies just days apart are growing and growing - yahoo!!!
Whoo hoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That Rocks!!!
Aashini came at 34 weeks and was 5.4 lbs :)
Wouldn't that be funny if you made it to 40 weeks?? OK, so maybe not funny to you :) haha! (would they even let you go that long?)
Congrats!
Oh, and you totally need to post a belly picture!!!
I'm with Andrea--I want to see that belly with 10 lbs worth of 2 healthy babies!! So glad you 3 are doing well! I'm with you...34 weeks sounds pretty good!!
I actually had to scroll back up and make sure you were really pregnant in that picture, because girl, you are looking GOOD. How on earth are you really pregnant with 9lbs of baby and you can barely tell you're pregnant? (Granted...your belly is covered by a sign, but it hasn't gone to your face/arms/etc)
Anyway, praise the Lord!! Only He could've orchestrated all these events that led to your boys still baking nice and strong!
Awesome Kelley! Wonderful News!!
I just want to comment on Sienna's hair in this photo. I'm going to start wearing my hair like that and hope I look that cute.
I agree with Erin G too. This blog made me pretty emotional as well. What a great God!! Thanks for being such great examples of following Christ and trusting Him! You're family is so dear to us all!! Especially your boys!
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