Baby Grace Has Arrived

Baby Grace joined us at 11:34 PM on September 13, 2009. She is beautiful and doing very well. She was 8 lbs 15 oz and 21.5 inches long. She has a unilateral incomplete cleft on her left side. We are so blessed that her pallet was not affected and she is nursing like a champ. We are so proud of our little lady!

Bands Just In!

I just got these bracelets in for Craniofacial Acceptance Month! Now to track down everyone I can to wear them!

September is Craniofacial Month!

I know here in Utah we are doing a picnic on the 19th of September. I hope I am able to go but it just depends on when Grace arrives (although I don't think she will be going if she is here already!). Most states seem to have one taking place this month, so you may want to look into it. Also you can call and order support bracelets from Jill Gorecki at 800-535-3643.

An Option for Babies Hands

I was told about these the other day to use instead of the NoNo's after surgery. I haven't used them yet as Grace isn't here yet, but I thought I would share now. I think I am going to order one, just to make things a little better for her. Let me know if you have tried them and what you think!
http://babyhandsdown.com

more ultrasound pictures

I just wanted to share a couple more ultrasound pictures for those of you who would like to see what they look like. It may be good if you are wondering and want to compare as well. We really got some great shots. I just think she is too cute for words!

New Update!

We had another ultrasound today. Although she really wouldn't cooperate for the first 20 minutes, we were persistent and she finally did. I can't get over how cute she is with those chubby little cheeks. She is growing a little ahead of schedule, but they still think that the cleft lip is unilateral and fairly minor on the left side. The ultrasound tech, said that we are handling things very well and seem to be very prepared for her arrival. We are doing the best that we can and trying to get everything into place. Although we still won't know the severity for sure until she arrives, we are optimistic that she is going to be great! We can't wait to meet this little one. We love you Grace!

Pediatrician

I was told that it is very helpful to have a pediatrician ready to go for your baby, and to make sure that they are aware in advance of her cleft lip. We went and met with a recommended pediatrician and loved her. We are so excited and Dr. Baar is going to try and come by and see our little one at the hospital when she is born. Someone from her clinic will be there for sure she said. It is a great to start getting all of these little pieces in place. She also wrote me a prescription for a medical grade breast pump, which is nice to know I have and can get started on getting that to my house and ready. Time is getting closer... Can't wait to meet my little girl!