Thursday, February 19, 2009

Today's OB Visit

Saw Dr. Phillips today. There is still a heartbeat for baby Kevin. Despite the fact that the doctor I saw on Tuesday (Dr. Revell?) said he thought I'd be miscarrying any time, Dr. Phillips said this could go on for another 6-8 weeks or longer. He still wants me to come in each week for a heartbeat check. He was kind and listened to me for several minutes. I had been so sure that I did not want to terminate the pregnancy but over the past 4 days or so I was seriously considering it. The cramping was getting the best of me and I felt like I was breaking down emotionally. I craved/crave a sense of closure and normalcy (whatever that means). It's okay if you judge me for considering a termination; all I can say is you have to be in the situation to fully understand. I have a strong faith in God so for me to even consider termination probably seems contradictory.

I would not or do not begrudge anyone who would terminate in a situation like this or with other severe birth defects. Again, you don't know what you'd do unless you are in the situation. I am really going out on a limb by even writing about this. Uggg. Just do me a favor, if you're upset by what I've just wrote about, please do not tell me because I honestly don't want to hear it.

I met with Nicola for a nice Thai lunch and she listened to me openhearted. I can always count on her, and several other friends for that, and just hearing myself talk, I decided that I don't want to terminate. I then went over to Megans because I wanted to talk to her. She is also an openhearted listener. She said some things that rang true in my heart and my desire to not terminate became even stronger. I'm thankful that Rick is in support of whatever I decide to do. I feel badly for his emotions, too. I feel badly that I have not been as good a mom to Tyler as I would normally be.

I see the OB specialist at The Women's Institute on Tuesday for another Level 2 Ultrasound.

I would LOVE for Kevin to be a 'case' of Trisomy 13 that gets cured. I would love for him to totally mystify the medical community. I would love to be able to tell him when he's older, "God performed a miracle on you. He saved you from an awful condition. We didn't think you'd be around for us to raise you and love on you."

5 comments:

melissa said...

Hi Jen,

I have been thinking of you all day. Thanks for the honest post. My door is open if you ever want to chat. I support any decision you make as you are right..nobody has the right to judge. Thinking of you and your family and that amazing little guy Kevin. Melissa

Amy said...

I'm praying you get to tell him all of those things one day too!!!!!!! YOu never know what the Lord can do!!!! Been thinking of you all day!

~sheri~ said...

Jen- I think blogging has been very therapeutic for you. I am glad in these modern times you have this type of outlet.
I would be having the same exact thoughts you are having, it just shows you are human. It is a huge struggle, but I think you are winning the fight!
Love ya!

Amy J said...

I'm glad you are coming to a sense of peace with things, Jen. My door is always open as well.

girls said...

Jen, I am glad to hear that you are giving yourself "permission" to feel any way you like regarding this situation. Only you can decide what is best for you and your family. You need to surround yourself by people who will not be judgmental...........only supportive. You and your family have our unconditional support and please do not hesitate to let me know if you need anything.

Julia & Family

Julia