Aug 10, 2010

Two steps down...#24

This is my year to face the potential for parenthood. As I sat at my grandfathers funeral earlier this year I realized there was no reason for me to continue to wait for the perfect situation. So I did nothing... Well, I did nothing right away but took baby steps for a couple of months.

First I sat my family down and told them that I was serious about being a parent and have explored all of my options and ultimately I am going to try and get pregnant using donor. Check! I met with the specialist regarding the process and have a detailed list of all the things I needed to complete before trying. Check! The doctor did tell me that because of my age we needed to do some extra tests to make sure that I am a good candidate for late pregnancy. REALLY!!! I'm 37 and apparently considered over the hill. Got over that information...Check! My blood work doesn't think that I'm over the hill and still seem to be able to produce eggs (healthy even). So what's next?

I have an appointment this week to have an ultrasound done to make sure that everything is flowing okay and there is no blockage. And then I guess it's a go. I have picked a donor...after having a donor selection party. And I have even started to take prenatal pills per doctors orders. Now I just wait to make sure that everything is good and then I'm ready. I am scared but excited at the possibility. Yikes!

5 comments:

karen said...

yay! keep moving forward ....this is so exciting ....and a donor selection party how cool and hip ...never thought of doing that 20 years ago but it sounds like so much fun.....take care k

This Mom said...

I'm very excited for you! I'll be sending you lots of pregnancy vibes when the time is right. Keep us posted!

Anonymous said...

WOW - good for you. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you because I know you're going to be a great mom....lots of love to give!!

Kelly O said...

I was just thinking of you last night and hoping things are well. :)

Stacey said...

Oh how exciting!! Any updates? You will be a great mom.