I started taking pregnancy tests this week-end, knowing they would likely be negative since it was so early, and knowing most people don’t get a positive until 8-10 days after a 3 day transfer. However, I have heard of some people getting their positive test as early as 5 days past transfer, and so I started testing that early just in case. Being the impatient person I am, I wanted to know as soon as I possibly could.
Well, all week-end long I got a negative result. Then, I tested this morning, at 3:40 a.m. (woke up needing to use the restroom), and got my first positive test of this pregnancy! The 2nd line on the test was very faint (which is normal at this point), but it was definitely there. I woke Nathan up to tell him, and then had a really hard time going back to sleep. I did manage to fall asleep again, and decided to take 1 more test, this time using a digital test. I was incredibly nervous, watching the hourglass as it made its decision. After a minute or 2 that felt like an hour, the word “pregnant” appeared!
I am so excited right now. I know we have many more hurdles to cross, and there are many things that could go wrong. But so far, I feel at peace, and to be honest, I’m not worried or anxious at all. I will feel even more confident if the next pregnancy test I take shows a darker line, and if my HCG count comes back in a healthy range and if my blood tests next week show those numbers to be doubling every 48 hours as they should. In fact, I hesitated to post anything until then, because I will feel things are much more official at that point. However, no matter what happens, this blog will be my place to discuss it, and so I decided there is no point in waiting. Besides, the sooner I can recruit prayers for our new little one(s), the better!
One thing my experience with Madelyn taught me is that every single day we are given with those we love is a gift. And so today I cherish the gift of the new life(or two) growing in me. And for today, I am going to revel in being 100%
Wheeeeee!!! Congratulations!!! I know that there is so much to get through, but if I could give my pregnant self some advice (when I was pregnant) it would be to enjoy every single second. So happy for you!
YEAH!!! Thinking of you and praying that its of to a very healthy start!
I have followed your blog for some time now..since I was pregnant. I can’t remember how I came across it, but it stays on the back of my mind. I am so happy for you. We may not know each other but I will pray for you and your baby(s). This is an exciting time!
I am so excited for you Heather!!! Such wonderful and joyous news! As you said, cherish this most precious moment!! I’m continuing to pray for you that you have a smoothe road ahead.
Love, love, LOVING this for you!!!! You are right…enjoy every second 100%!!!!!
xoxo!!!
I can’t express just how thrilled I am for you! Looking forward to sharing in your new, beautiful journey! xoxo
Heather *huge hugs* I am so excited for you. 🙂 Definitely praying for your little ones.
YAYY!!!!!!!!!! I am SOOO oober excited for you!!! Huge Congratulations!!! Oh, I just cannot wait to see what God has in store for you with your little one(S)!!!
XOXO
This is FABULOUS and exciting news!!! Looking forward to following along!!!
Awesome! Congrats, Heather! I hope to see one of those too this summer. 🙂
AWESOME! Praise The Lord for ++++++++ 🙂
SO SO SO happy for you!!!
I have been so happy all day because of this!! 🙂 I am just so thrilled for you – you deserve it! I have reminded myself of those very words so many times – every day God gives us with our babies inside of us are blessings!
HUGS!!
I am so excited for you!! If you could only see me right now. I am smiling ear to ear! 🙂
I have followed your blog since I found out about your precious Madelyn on BBC. I am SO happy for you! I suffered two pregnancy losses, and then had my son through IVF. Our paths are different, but alike in many ways. I wish you as much happiness as I have found in my son. He has healed my heart.
AAHHHHHHHHHHH I’m soooooooooooo excited!!!!!!!!
YAY!! How exciting and what a blessing!!! Congrats!!
Yay Heather! Crossing my fingers for the rainbow. xoxo
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Congratulations!!!
I am so extraordinarily thrilled for you guys! And I love your positive attitude!! Many hugs!
I am so excited for you…. I can’t wait till I get those same results. I will be praying that your little one(s) will grow strong and healthy!!!
Woohooo!!!!!! An early test may indicate higher than normal hcg levels which often means twins!
Congratulations to you both. You’re awesome.
I am so excited for you! I am for sure sending you and your little one(s) prayers!!!!
OH HEATHER!!!! I’m so excited! can’t wait to hear all about it. so many good thoughts going your way, lots of sticky vibes for that little rainbow!!
Heather, what a blessing! We are all cheering for you, praying for you and little one(s) and our hearts are hoping right along with you for more positive numbers, darker lines, and continued healing, health and growth! Love you friend, Kristie
I am so so so excited beyond words for you! Already praying daily for your new little one(s) on the way!!
Girl this made me cry…with joy 🙂 You have a great attitude and I pray the best for you and Nathan. Thank you for sharing your journey.
YYYYYYYAAAAAAYyyyyyyy!!!! I am soo excited for you Heather!!
YIPPEEEE!!!!! I’m over the moon happy for you guys!!!!
I knew it would be positive. You have been through such a trial but you have such a good, positive outlook – and that is so hard after such a loss.
Rejoicing with you over this good news!! Eager to follow you with lots of praises in the future. 🙂 God is good.
WHOO HOO! SO very excited for you both!