a follow up

yosemitemom

Thank you for your support during my intro post. We had our sweet daughter, Phoebe, on Wednesday. Our amazing surgeon was able to get my daughter's footprint...something she said they would not be able to do because of the D&E. It is the best gift I have ever been given. We had the opportunity to read our doctor's offical report on her diagnosis; her brain malformation was worse than we originally thought. We already knew we were making the right decision for her, but this information continues to help us cope with that decision. My three-year old daughter asks about her little sister everyday...it's heartbreaking ("she's lost, let me go find her." "i can fix her broken brain. give her some of my juice mama" etc). I did find a great therapist that specializes in loss, and she's given me some good advice for the whole family. Take care everyone; we're unplugging at the beach for the weekend.  

JessicaRobb

I am so happy you were able to get Phoebe's footprint! That's great! Phoebe is my grandmothers name, I love it!

I am sorry that you and your family are dealing with this. I cannot imagine having to explain something like this to another child...

Relax at the beach. ((hugs)) 

Carolee

I'm really glad your surgeon was able to get Phoebe's footprint for you.  Eliott's footprints are one of my most treasured possessions.  I hope your trip to the beach brings you a sense of peace.  (((HUGS)))