The Time has Come

Tomorrow I go into Labor and Delivery for a non-stress test on Henry. They will check him out to see how he is doing inside of me.

On Monday of next week, I go into my doctor so he can perform an amniocentesis to check if Henry's lungs are fully developed and functioning -- apparently it is routine if you are going to be induced early.

If Henry passes all his tests, then I go into Labor and Delivery on Tuesday the 24th. At which time, they will begin the induction process, and Henry will make his way into the world . . . hopefully smoothly and quickly!

April 24th would be a great day for Henry to be born. My Daniel was born on April 25th and my William was born on April 26th. What are the odds? Crazy!

However, if he does not pass his tests (like the non-stress test tomorrow) they would induce me . . . tomorrow! Yikes! If he passes the non-stress, but does not pass the amnio (lung development) then we will have to wait a little longer.

Just have to take it one day at a time.

At this point, I am asking for some prayers of strength. We are not sure what will happen on the other side with Henry, and we will need the capacity to handle whatever comes. There is a chance everything will be just fine . . . but there is a likelihood of needed surgery, according to the doctors, at this point.

I remember the "Voice" I heard right after I found out he had some complications. The "Voice" whispered to me, "It will be hard, but it will be OK." I know it will be OK. No matter what happens.

I am excited and nervous. The time is soon approaching. I feel a little more anxious than in times past -- not knowing how Henry will be. But I am ready to find out!

The time for me to be strong is almost here.

Wish me luck!

And THANK YOU SO MUCH to those of you who are helping me with the kids . . . I could NOT do it without you! It means so much to me. Much love to you!