We decided that we would like to see Dr. Terry. Dr. Terry was my OB during my pregnancy with our first set of twins that were delivered at 15 weeks. I was confident in his practices and I know of his great reputation. So, Emily made an appointment for January 12, 2015.
We went to his office that day. It was cold and rainy. Emily had to bring her little Chloe with, which I love because Chloe has my heart and I don't get to see her enough. She's a doll.
Emily filled out new patient paperwork while we waited. She and I both were confused when she was asked to write her name and then indicate the name of the baby's father. This gestational carrier stuff is tricky too! The receptionist didn't know either.
We were escorted back to Dr. Terry's office first. While we sat and waited Emily did Chloe's hair.
Dr. Terry finally came in and met Emily for the first time. He asked her a lot of questions and he then took us down the hall to have a quick ultrasound done. Upon heading into the room Chloe freaked out, poor thing, so I swooped her up and tried to calm her down. It's a good thing she's spent a few nights and days at our house so she was (hopefully) comfortable with me.
Dr. Terry pulled the image of our baby up on the monitor. I tell ya--seeing our baby NEVER gets old. Never! I was relieved once again to see that everything looked good. He even pointed at our baby waving to us! Hi dear baby! We love you!
I am truly, truly grateful and forever indebted to our amazing friend who is bringing a life into this world for us. There are not many out there like her. I pray every night for her health and for any burden in her life or that of her family to be lifted. She is sacrificing SO much for us and expects nothing in return. That's true friendship and unconditional love.
I've seen Emily a handful of times since this appointment. And, each time I do I go up to her and pat her belly and say hi to our baby. This experience is a new one for me. I sit at home often and wonder where Emily is with our baby. Is she at the grocery store or at home rounding up kids? Does she need help, does she have what she needs? I'm sure these thoughts won't cease until I have my baby in my arms. Until then...I know he/she is in good hands.
