HCG Levels

Okay, my levels are going up quickly.  My hcg levels on November 3rd were 19,089 and when I went into my OB doctor today they said when I had blood drawn on the 7th that they were at 32 thousand and some change.  That puts me ahead of where we think I should be pregnant so they are trying to get me scheduled for an ultrasound to see if we are further along than they think or if there is more than one baby.  I had a negative pregnancy test on October 11th and they are trying to say that I am two months pregnant now....so I guess we will see hopefully soon enough.  I think people are trying to jinx me, even people I don't know will mention twins.  That would just make me, well I don't know really how I would react if I was.  One would think two toddlers is a handful let alone thinking there is just one more and to know if there was more than that...geez.  No matter if there are two or just one we are just blessed to have any and will make due with however many that we have.

For some of you who don't know my mother is a twin and my husband has uncle's who are twins so I know some people have been waiting to see who is next.  I was just thinking the other day of people who really want a baby and can't have one, those who have babies that really shouldn't, and those who have babies that can and should.  But than I was thinking about the children all over the world who are born in less than ideal circumstances and how they have no choice but for some children, they are able to bless the lives of others throughout the world through adoption.  I remember someone once saying that anyone can make a baby but it takes a real man to be a father than it made me think of all the people who adopt, those with 'step' children and so on.  Just because a child might not be biologically yours doesn't mean that you can be any less of a parent.  I don't really know why I was thinking about all this, maybe it is me just being hormonal, but I thought it was interesting.

Again, we are blessed to be having another and know that while we rejoice there are still others who struggle to conceive and/or waiting to while paperwork is being done to start or finish the adoption process.  We pray for our friends and family who are trying to conceive and send many pregnancy vibes your way and for those who are in the process of adopting and planning too that there is the perfect child out there for you.  We love you all no matter what!

P.S.  Yes, I know I keep forgetting to put photos on here.  Bare with me as my computer is having issues so I will do what I can.

Comments

[kristin]

I just wanted to wish you a very happy pregnancy - I will be checking back to see news about how far along you are and how many there may be! hugs

[stacy Kilgo]

how exciting!! My sister just delivered identical twin girls. They are so precious. I have pictures on myspace. Keep us posted.. we are praying for you.