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Quick Maddy Update

We had the last appt. with the high risk doctor today. Maddy's estimated weight is 5lb. 10oz. Hopefully she'll gain a little more before the 30th. She is just below the 25th percentile in weight. Doctor was satisfied though and said she was within the normal range and gave the green light for induction on the 30th. Still no changes on the hands and feet. Everything else is looking good. She is head down, always a good thing. So we'll see if we can get her to come a couple of days early. I sure would like not to have to be induced. I really feel like it would make things easier on me and her, but it will all work out. So just keep us in your prayers this week as we will be meeting our baby soon! Pray that whatever is going on with her hands and feet is not too serious and that we will be able to help here with therapy or whatever she needs. Also pray that she will be healthy enough that we do not have to put her in the NICU or anything like that. I have one more appt. with my OB before delivery as well. It seems in someways that we can't be to this point all ready!

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Anonymous said…
I'm nervous. I can't imagine how you are feeling.

Jumping jacks? Trampoline? Bungee jumping? Things to do on about the 29th.

Brandon
March 21, 2009 at 3:35 PM
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