Monday, October 13, 2008

GREAT NEWS!!!

We went to the perinatal specialist this afternoon and received wonderful news…

The baby is beautifully and perfectly formed. There were no structural or soft tissue markers that indicated a chromosome disorder. Specifically the doctor was pleased to see straight and outstretched fingers on both hands, an indicator that virtually always points to a healthy baby (Trisomy 18 babies always have clenched fists, among many other possible problems).

This is still not a formal diagnosis, but the doctor was confident that no other investigation was necessary.

We also found out the baby's gender.

It's a GIRL!!!!

Her name is Anneliese Lily Keegan.

We're so happy. It'll be an entirely new experience for us after four boys. Please continue to pray for the pregnancy; our due date is March 20.

Also please forgive us for not calling everyone personally. Too many people to call and sore throats make it difficult.

2 comments:

Jen said...

I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Happy for you guys!! Thank God for a healthy baby!!

Anonymous said...

I knew that the baby was going to be safe we prayed all the way home!! Love you guys and congrats on the new Princess!!! Natasha