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An update...

By Norma on January 26, 2010 11:54 AM 0 0 Vote 0 Votes

An update...where to begin...??

My guys are now back home in the UK and adjusting to life with a newborn. The nurse visitor came today and the baby is already weighing in a 9lb 2oz. She said he is "thriving".

Sebastian is growing as quick as he can and it breaks our heart. Can't he stay little for just a little while longer? He is so alert now. His eyes are so bright and Brett seems to think he'll be smiling any day now.

I can't wait till April when I get to visit!! ♥

Till then, here are some recent pics!

Sebastian with his grandpa...3 1/2 weeks.

3 1/2 weeks..

9 days old...Family pictures!

By Norma on January 13, 2010 1:27 PM 0 0 Vote 0 Votes

Sebastian Alexander is here!

By Norma on January 7, 2010 12:55 PM 0 0 Vote 0 Votes

Sebastian Alexander is here!

Matthew, Brett and I arrived as scheduled on the 30^th to begin our induction. After 13 hours of labor, Sebastian Alexander Griffin-Young was born. I cannot begin to explain the flood of emotions that overcame all of us that afternoon on the 3rd floor in that cozy hospital room.

For me, it was a sense of completeness and a definite feeling of being proud. After all we had gone though, here he was. All 7lb 10oz's of him. As he stared up at me with his big blue eyes, all I could think about was how many people loved him, wanted him and what a wonderful life he will have.

I think for Matthew and Brett it was simply overwhelming for many different reasons.

As I shared with them the other night, I feel as though for the rest of my life a small piece of my heart will always be wherever they are.

This is so much more than a "surrogacy contract".....this is what life is really about....and what a beautiful life it is...

Almost Baby Day- The Plan

By Norma on December 19, 2009 11:16 PM 0 0 Vote 0 Votes

"The Plan"~~Brett arrived in Colorado 2 days ago and Matthew will be arriving shortly. We will be spending Christmas together at my home. My kids are beyond thrilled!
We will check in on the 30th of Dec to the hospital to begin my induction. I will deliver sometime on the 31st! Yes, my precious surro-son will have a wonderful birthday!
After two failed transfers, I almost gave up! Now, I am about to meet my surro-son and watch my IFs realize their dream.
This is my last pic before delivery! :)

Much love and Happy Holidays!

Almost time...Holy Moly!

By Norma on November 23, 2009 1:47 PM 0 0 Vote 0 Votes

Matt and Brett's first baby Sebastian is about to arrive. Eviction date is Thurs, the 31^st of Dec. We shall see what happens. I am hoping for a easy delivery and even easier recovery. I have honestly been blessed with easy pregnancies and deliveries, thus far. With the exception of a few minor issues during this pregnancy, it has been very uneventful.

The guys are getting cute baby clothes and baby essentials ready and will be here around the 22^nd of Dec and will remain till mid Jan.

One thing that is so different this pregnancy is I have never felt such a strong urge to "nest". I read about this phenomenon in the baby books and heard about it from other women, but didn't quite know what the reality for me would be until it happened. Let's just say, our house is the cleanest it's ever been!! Ha-Ha... I got a new rug for the living room cause I couldn't stand the sight of the old one. Our fridge, baseboards and pantry have been cleaned out and re-stocked and we have acquired a fancy new camera to take important photos of Sebastian when he gets here.

So, till then, we have Thanksgiving and Christmas. This has been such a wonderful journey and so much more rewarding than I ever thought it would have been.

To Matt and Brett, I say, thank you! Thank you, for allowing me into your lives and allowing me to help you achieve your dream of fatherhood. It's been a long road! There have been tears with failed transfers, joy with finally becoming pregnant and now the reality is a baby boy is soon to be born....I have no doubt you'll make all of us very proud!

Love ya!

Norma

Health Update

By Norma on October 31, 2009 12:32 AM 0 0 Vote 0 Votes

So, as you know, I started thinning out several weeks ago. Although there have been no more cervix changes, my blood pressure is on the rise.

They are watching me very closely for any other signs of preeclampsia. From what I understand, I am at a very low risk for this.

It has added an element of stress to the journey, but the guys and I are working together to get through this rough time and hopefully, we'll make it to our scheduled induction date of the 31st of Dec!!

Till then, here are pics of the baby and I at 30 1/2 weeks...

28 week update..

By Norma on October 14, 2009 12:13 AM 0 0 Vote 0 Votes

I went to the DR today and there have been no cervical changes. I'll remain on modified bedrest until further notice.

I am getting pretty big and I definitely have a baby bump. The guys paid for me to have another 3D/4D scan in a few weeks. I am looking forward to seeing this little guy again.

It's hard to believe that we are already 28 weeks! Wow, how the time is passing quickly...

I found this picture tonight of Matt, Brett and the kids and I wanted to share it. I just love it!!