My Precious Miracle Baby Girl

I was told I couldn't have children and almost had a hysterectomy years ago but I didn't because I said "I won't be the one to make the final decision". However; against all odds, on April 17, 2013 Dr. Smith told me I was pregnant. I immediately burst into tears with excitement, disbelief, fear and confusion. My first thought was I love this little baby so much and will do absolutely everything in my power to keep her or him safe.

Days later I had my first appointment with Dr. Hoskins and saw my baby's heartbeat for the very first time. I was diagnosed as high risk due to a previous pregnancy that ended in a miscarriage, the severity of my fibroid tumors and my age. I kept my pregnancy private for the first 4 months until we were in the safe zone. I had a wonderful pregnancy with a very active baby day and night with her rolls, kicks, tugs and hiccups. At 30 weeks, during an ultrasound she measured a week older and was already practicing breathing and sucking, impressing the technician who called her an over achiever.

 

On my due date, December 16, 2013 they decided with me being high risk, they didn't want me to go past my due date so I was induced and preparing for a vaginal delivery. At 8 centimeters, with the baby's head in the birth canal and attempting to push, my heart rate went up during a contraction and would not come down, I was developing a fever and the baby had had a bowel movement. For the safety of my baby and myself, they had to do an emergency c-section. During the delivery, they found that the umbilical cord had a knot in it, which is rare but they said the cord was so thick that the knot didn't compromise her ability to get all of her nutrients. That was apparent when she weighed in at 9lbs .08oz and 20-1/2".

Felicity's Apgar Score was an 8 at minute one and 9 at minute five. She had to have her glucose levels checked a few times because of her weight and passed each time, no diabetes. She passed her hearing test on both ears with flying colors. And, she latched on immediately for breast feeding. Felicity was born with what they call, a storks bite on her forehead and back of her head. This has no affiliation to Craniosynostosis but I wanted to include it because so many have never seen or heard of it.

I am in complete awe of how amazing my daughter is. She defeats all odds and obstacles with her strength and determination. I am so blessed and proud to be Felicity Grace's Mommy!