Our pregnancy has been going really well aside from very occacional, light spotting. We've had past ultrasounds looking into the causes, and the most likely conclusion was due to a low lying placenta. I was anxious to see the progress of my growing uterus and hopeful that Hope's placenta would move up naturally, away from my cervix. I was so relieved to be told that her placenta had definitely moved up and looked very healthy and well attached. Also, I had my own concerns on how well my body would be able to handle this pregnancy considering Hannah's was just over 7 months ago. Although, my doctor's are very reassuring that my body is perfectly capable, it brought so much comfort to know that my cervix was tightly closed and nice and long. By all accounts, Hope's living quarters for the next 4 months seem strong and comfortable :)
Hope has been super active! Having both the girls' pregnancies so close together is neat in the sense that I remember Hannah's so well, it's so fun to be able to compare Hope's personality in utero to how Hannah was. Hannah was always very calm. I felt her moving quite a bit, but they were always very gentle movements, and it was rare for family and friends to be able to feel her for themselves. Hope on the other hand, feels like a little monkey! I've been able to feel her since 19 weeks (I'm 22 weeks and 2 days pregnant today). I didn't feel Hannah's "first flutters" until 21 weeks and 3 days. Danny actually felt Hope for the first time yesterday morning. I thought that was a great Easter present!
It was fun to be able to see just how busy our little monkey was on ultrasound. She definitely kept the tech busy. Hannah was always sleeping, and we would have to squish her and jiggle her to get her to wake up and move to be able to get the measurements needed. Both the girls' share a love of partying at 11 o'clock at night though!
We are so blessed to have two such beautiful and unique daughters. I cherish all my memories of Hannah, and I am so anxious to meet Hope face to face, and learn more and more about who she is. I praise the Lord daily for allowing us to experience such a blessing. I'm so thankful for the protection He's provided over Hope and I pray He will continue to allow her to grow strong and healthy!
