This is a blog for all of our family and friends so they can keep track of Baby Yarbroughs progress and go on this journey with us.
A lot of you know that Kevin and I have been trying to have kids for several years. First, there was trying the "natural" way. Then came the help of medication. Finally, when everything else had failed, we went to a fertility doctor... Dr. Francisco Batres in LIttle Rock, also know as our Miracle Worker. After two failed attempts of invitro fertilization, Kevin and I finally got the news we had been waiting for.
May 7th, we found out I was pregnant! I'll never forget the look on Kevin's face when I told him. He hasn't stopped smiling since. The journey since we found out has been up and down. Our first ultrasound showed we were having twins. We couldn't believe it! TWINS! And the doctor said they were identical. A week later we went back to discover that one of the twins did not make it. It's commonly referred to as a "vanishing" twin. Of course we were devestated to hear the news but at the same time thrilled because the other baby was doing great. It had doubled in size and that little heart was beating away.
Today, we went back for our final visit to Dr. Batres. We had another ultrasound to check on the baby's progress. Baby Yarbrough is doing great. I'm into my 8th week and the little bean is right where it's supposed to be. It measures over a half inch long and has a heartbeat of 168. Here is a short video of the ultrasound from this morning. When I say short, I mean nanoseconds, but if you look closely, you'll see its tiny heartbeat.
What's next? I have been released to my regular OB, Dr. Peggy Guard. We have an appointment with her on Monday. We'll let you know how it goes.
Yeah!! Couldn't be more excited for you guys!
ReplyDeleteHey, guys! Baby must be looking like the Yarbrough side of the family.... but don't worry, that red hair has plenty of time to grow! Thinking about y'all the time. We love you!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! Congratulations! I'm so glad it took! Patience is a wonderful virtue- I need some of that!
ReplyDeleteI saw your name on Amy's blog & definitely had to check it out! Congratulations on your wonderful news!!! - Jenni Lin
ReplyDeleteDarla, I found your blog through a friend's blog. You may not remember me, but we had classes years ago at UALR. I am so happy for you and your husband!!!
ReplyDeleteI am going to give you my personal e-mail address aekelly21@yahoo.com and I would love to chat with you about Dr. Batres, we may be going to see him soon :) Go to my blog and see if you remember me :) My maiden name was Jones.