What is a Rainbow Baby?

In some circles, babies born to families after the loss of a child are referred to as "Rainbow Babies." The idea is that the baby is like a rainbow after a storm. "Rainbow Babies" is the understanding that the beauty of a rainbow does not negate the ravages of the storm. When a rainbow appears, it doesn't mean the storm never happened or that the family is not still dealing with its aftermath. What it means is that something beautiful and full of light has appeared in the midst of the darkness and clouds. Storm clouds may still hover but the rainbow provides a counterbalance of color, energy and hope.

Friday, November 27, 2009

9w1d Update from last post and Thanksgiving...

Sorry I didn't update sooner. To be quite honest, I forgot. This preggo brain is killing me. lol! The nurse didn't seem to concerned about what I found. She said as long as there is no cramping or bleeding, she said I'm fine. She also said if I was still concerned on Monday then they could get me in for an u/s and a check if I'd like. I'm feeling a little better so... we'll see if I'm still paranoid on Monday.

Thanksgiving was yesterday. I felt sooo fat and I KNOW people noticed. lol. I think they were just being polite and not asking "Hey, why are you getting so fat?" lol! I KNOW I was pudging. I'm hoping to hide this until after Christmas but I'm not so sure I can if I keep growing.

So I tried my doppler tonight. I couldn't find anything but I'm not too worried. I'm only 9w1d so it's still pretty early. I'll try again in a week or so.

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