Hang in there little guy!

The countdown has begun! I am 37 weeks and a few days and am so happy I have made it this far. I had a little scare at 34 weeks but thankfully he wasn't fully committed to entering the world yet!

Last week I had a high blood pressure situation. Thankfully after a day of tests I don't have high blood pressure at all. ( I told them it has to be that my daughter has just started to drive and I'm a nervous wreck about it!) The upside of all the tests is I got to hear the little guy and see him real quick in an ultrasound. So sweet.

So yes I am very happy to make it this far, considering at this point if he comes he should be healthy and should not have to spend any time in the NICU.

BUT now the challenge is for him to wait till his momma and daddy arrive. 10 days!!! Come on baby hang in there!

Still waddling along!

Hi All
Yes I am still pregnant! 5 weeks to go! Wow is that it? I can not believe it is almost over ( sad face). Yes I truly am one of those crazy women who enjoys being pregnant. I can actually let my stomach muscles relax and let it all 'hang out' and you can't even tell ;)  And at this point the lil guy is like an alien creature moving around inside me, so it's pretty fun to guess what he is trying to move as it scrapes along my insides. Weird but totally cool and indiscribable!

I wish I could say this pregnancy has been a breeze, well it has for the most part except for my Kankles ( ankles and feet the size of small elephants) that pop up more often then not.  The good news is it makes me sit ( obviously not sit and update my blog though ;) which I hardly do. Since my phone seems to be in my hand more often then my computer, I have decided to blog from my phone ( which I am by the way!)

So little guys baby brother is doing great on the other side of the world, if you have no idea what I'm talking about read my last post. Names are picked and the travel plans for the mom and dad are all set. They will be here Oct 3 till early Nov. So now to make sure this little guy doesn't want to make an escape before then.

Picture to follow soon!

You will not believe this....

It has been far too long since I last blogged. 

As you know Maria and Carlos were here visiting and it was a wonderful visit. We spent many days together hanging out and enjoying each others company. I think the visit gave us a chance to really connect (at least I thought so). Carlos and my husband seem to have similar joking personalities which brings Maria and I closer as we share the same rolling of the eye looks!

Two weeks after Carlos and Maria went home they had the opportunity to share with immediate family and close friends their news. They chose not to tell their family and close friends until the pregnancy was further along. They shared with me they were apprehensive to share the news, as Surrogacy is not something the 'common' person does where they are from, more something a movie star does or they hear about in magazines or movies. I was worried their family and friends would doubt my motives for Carlos and Maria. Well....

I was anxiously waiting for the news of how it went... I was hoping that their family and friends would be so happy and excited for them. I received a text from Maria saying she had to talk to me because so many wonderful things had happened. Of course I was happy, because that had to mean it went well.

We finally were able to skype a few days after that text and this is what she said to me....

She was with both their families, and very close friends and announced through surrogacy they were having a baby boy! They were able to show pictures of my family and I and even showed the 3D/4D ultrasound we did while they were here. They said they were so surprised from the response... Happiness and awe from everybody. Of course they were curious about the process but they were sooo happy for Carlos and Maria. ( I have even received an email from Maria's sister thanking me). As we were skyping and they were telling me all this, they than said something else had happened..... 

A miracle!

The unthinkable, the 'your kidding', the most wonderful thing...... Maria is PREGNANT!!

Now I must back up and tell you a little about her situation without getting to much into her personal business. Maria had an illness that doctors advised against getting pregnant, she also had medications for that illness that would/could be harmful to a baby. Thankfully she is not dealing with that illness any longer but it had affected her body and put her hormone level at a very low level. She is also in her 40's which makes her egg quality low and much harder to conceive on her own. So you can see why pregnancy on their own was never a thought or even a possibility in their mind.

Well by some miracle they are! Carlos and Maria truly believe this would not of been possible if I had not been pregnant with their baby already. They said they really feel due to their dream becoming a reality, they were able to relax and this miracle has happened.

Maria has been to the doctor and specialist and her pregnancy is very strong and healthy and they will follow her carefully.

How far along is she you ask? Wellllll.... they are pretty much having twins ;)  She is only 10 weeks behind me and they are having another baby boy!!!

They are so happy for this miracle and were worried how I would take it... I am sooo very happy for them and happy to be a part of this miracle!


I'm not sure if I can top this news for next time but I promise to write a little more often ;)

We found out.....

It has been a busy few days!

Carlos and Maria hare here!!  My IPs came in on Saturday and we had them over for dinner on Sunday. This was going to be the first time they were to meet my husband and children. I was a little nervous to say the least. My gosh, the last time I saw them was a year ago and we only saw each other for a few hours. We do skype but it is different. I was so worried about what to cook, I definitely am not a cook. I decided on pasta with homemade marinara and salad and pie, but when I told my husband he said "oh no we need more than that" so he volunteered to cook some chicken. 'Yes!' <----- that is me excited that I did not have to cook that ;) See I really do not like to cook.

So they came over and everything was great, I really need to learn to not stress about things (afterthought of course).  They are a wonderful, sweet, fun, and loving couple.

The next day we went to lunch and then had a 3D/4D ultrasound!  And it is with shocking news to say they are having a.....BOY!! I say shocking because I was so sure it was a girl! My spidey instincts failed me ;)  They are sooo excited and happy and are now eagerly debating boy names between the two of them. I suggested Baxter because he is my third child (my doggie-son)! LOL

Today we are going to get together and look for a stroller so they can leave it at my house. I LOVE shopping for baby items, so this should be fun!

Oh did I mention their little man is measuring slightly larger than expected.... After seeing that I turned to Carlos and said "uhhmm exactly how much did you weigh when you were born" ;) This could be interesting!

Until next time.....

I felt something...

I finally felt his/her little movements the other day! And I was so happy to tell the parents on a very special day for them!
Today is break out the maternity clothes day! The jeans are just too snug these days. Pretty sure the rubber band holding them together at the snap is not going to work anymore ;)

Not quite looking pregnant yet, but plump in the front!

Have a great weekend!

Feeling good!

Wow what a difference from a few weeks ago till now! This was my first pregnancy where I felt blah during the first trimester. I feel great now!
Latest cravings are fruit and spicy... wait I always like spicy....so cross that out, that's just a constant desire ;)
Bought a couple things the other day that will STretCH.. so not quite maternity but not quite your average slim fitting outfit either (not that I wear slim fitting... a girl can always dream).
Still waiting to feel the little munchkin move so I can excitingly tell it's momma and papa, but no such luck yet.

Excitingly anticipating my Intended Parents arrival in late May. I think these visits are important for them as well as myself. They can see how I am doing and I get to see how excited they are for their upcoming arrival. Besides all that fun stuff it allows us to grow closer, which I cherish as part of this surrogacy journey.

                                                                  Four months!

Until next time.......

Well it's official

Well it's official... no more sucking it in... I'm showing!
Sent a picture to Carlos and Maria so they can see instead of always hearing the news! I can't wait till they visit and can actually see their baby growing and maybe feel him/her moving! I am still waiting to feel the baby move. That will be exciting news to share with them too.

I will post a picture soon of my expanding belly.

Till next time, babysitter is off to bed early like a toddler (or a pregnant women). Sweet dreams!