It's a....

We were blessed last Friday! I had a level 2 sonogram to check for indicators of certain genetic disorders. I was nervous and jittery going into the appointment, but looking forward to seeing our baby and having a better understanding of it's overall development, etc. We went back to the perianatologist (sp?) that monitored Luke when I was pregnant with him. It was so surreal being back in that exam room again. The technician came in and walked us thru the sonogram. The little life was wiggling and putting on a show!! It was amazing! The fluid level in the neck was normal, heart, lungs, kidneys, bladder all checked out. We saw all the fingers and toes and all looked great!!! I wasn't expecting her to offer any information on the gender, but she gave us her opinion. I was amazed by how much better I felt after this appointment. Not only was I relived to know that the baby appeared healthy, but I was excited to know the gender and to feel more connected to this 3 inch being inside of me. I asked her if she could put a percentage of assurance to it and she said "No, I don't do that". I said, "Oh, so you aren't super confident?" She answered, "No, I'm confident. I definitely see boy parts."

Here he is waving and kicking...

Dr. Peters came in and performed a similar exam. He also said baby #3 was a boy. I was so confused...was this the same doctor who would not tell me the gender with Luke at approximately the same gestational age because he "prides himself in never being wrong?" Michael and I knew it was a boy when he told us what he thought. Later, the tech who drew my blood said they are never wrong. Another confirmation. Wow, this is real...we are having another boy!


It was fun making my official Facebook post and calling my closest friends and family. And to top it all off Hannah was thrilled. When I told her she said, "Yessss!!!" followed by a fist in the air. She remains the princess, our special girl. Luke will love having a brother to play with and boss around. And it's a bonus we can reuse all those clothes/shoes and toys.


God has a way of providing and everything works out exactly as it should. Of course, we would have been thrilled with another girl - we were content either way - but now the puzzle seems to be falling into place. I finally feel truly happy and excited. I know that nothing is certain and anything can still happen, but it does feel good to have this peace of mind. Thanks be to God!