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.

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

10w6d A personal milestone for me...



So today is officially one day past my latest miscarriage point! I lost "peanut" at 10w5d (dr.'s say 11w2d but u/s always dated me earlier). Today I am 10 weeks 6 days!!!! I know this means nothing in the scheme of things but it makes me feel a bit better. Every day "SpongeBob" is in there the better his/her chances get. I have to wait til Christmas Eve to feel somewhat safe. Hurry up Christmas!!!!

So we had another u/s yesterday. Baby was perfect! It was wiggling all around. It was great! Heart rate was 176. Again, the rate means nothing about gender but it's fun to think about. Everything was measuring perfect. The sonogram actually said my due date was 6.30 instead of 7.1 but they aren't going to change it. I was just so relieved to see that tiny heart beating. I keep thanking God and still can't believe this is really happening with no complications. Knock on wood.
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