UPDATE! Waiting on test results...going crazy.

cmerribury · September 2015

Hi ladies,

I'm really struggling today. I'm 11w2d pregnant and 37. I had two losses within the last year, both due to chromosomal issues, so I had the Panorama done last Thursday. The genetic counselor told me that they get results back in 7 days "like clockwork" so I'm expecting results tomorrow, and I'm terrified. I keep trying to distract myself (I have a PILE of things I should be focusing on at work) but I just can't seem to shake this really terrible foreboding feeling I have about getting the call tomorrow. I keep trying to channel this energy into something positive, and tell myself that the results could be good, but I keep slipping back into the negative. I'm normally an optimistic person, so this is new to me, but I'm really struggling.

Anyway, I just wanted to put it out there since I know so many of us have been though the same or similar things and you've all always been a great sounding board.

MamaRoni · September 2015

Don't panic! I have had a few friends do this test and results haven't been back before 10 working days... just think of it as no news is good news...
good luck!

wilkat2009 · September 2015

Waiting is the worst part! I am praying that you get good news soon!

cmerribury · September 2015

Thanks ladies. I'm trying to find ways to distract myself. Good thing I have an engrossing book!

BKNJN · September 2015

Take deep breaths! It will all be okay! As my mom always says "positive thoughts = positive results!"

Thinking of you!

cmerribury · September 2015

That's s good mantra!

spatter1 · September 2015

As Tom Petty says, "the waiting is the hardest part"!! But seriously, it truly is the worst, I know how you feel. Fingers crossed for great news for you tomorrow!!

Katieelliott0501 · September 2015

Hoping for good news for you tomorrow!!!!

cmerribury · September 2015

Thanks ladies.

I will, of course, keep you all posted.

Skydance · September 2015

Try to stay positive, all the very best!!

cmerribury · September 2015

Still no word...beginning to think I won't hear today.

BKNJN · September 2015

Can you call them?

kimey1 · September 2015

Looking forward to g'news!

cmerribury · September 2015

@BKNJN I had a 15 minute conversation about the pros and cons of calling them with my cousin today...decided to wait until tomorrow since today was the first possible day for results to be in. Trying not to be "that guy" while totally being that guy.

BKNJN · September 2015

Haha! I am totally that guy! Keep us posted.

cmerribury · September 2015

Clearly I'm that guy too, I just want the genetics people to think I'm not. My cousin was like "who cares what they think?!" But I have to see them on Monday for my NT scan.

cmerribury · September 2015

Just called, it's 2:30 here on the East Coast, but they don't have the results in yet. So, I probably won't have them before the weekend (though they are open until 4, so there's a teeny tiny chance I could). I go in first thing on Monday morning for my NT scan, hopefully they will be there by then. If not, I guess the wait continues.

This is going to be the longest weekend ever. I've never actually wished for a Monday before...what a weird feeling.

campbaby76 · September 2015

Hugs!!! I'm sorry they don't have them. Try to keep busy and mind elsewhere. I know easier said than done.

wilkat2009 · September 2015

ugh! waiting over a weekend is the worst! I said a little prayer that you get them today!

cmerribury · September 2015

Thanks ladies. Looks like Monday is the earliest I'll hear. At least I'll have lots of distractions with my cousin and her family in town all weekend.

BKNJN · September 2015

Sorry you have to wait!!! That's the worst.

cmerribury · September 2015

Alright, ladies. Somehow Monday got here and I'm still in one piece.

I'm headed in for my NT scan at 10:15 and hope to follow up on the test results then, since the scan is with the prenatal genetic department as well. Immediately afterwards I have my 12 week appointment with my OB. I (really, really) hope I have some good news to report after lunch! I would appreciate any good vibes you can send my way...

kimey1 · September 2015

Sending along good vibes

cmerribury · September 2015

Ladies, I have the best news! The blood work came back and there is no risk of anything! The ultrasound went perfectly and everything measured right where it should be! Heartbeat was 167 and...it's another boy! So happy and relieved right now!

BKNJN · September 2015

That is great news @cmerribury I had been thinking about you all weekend!!! Cheers to good news and healthy babies

Plleriti1 · September 2015

@cmerribury YAY! Congrats! Now go on and allow yourself to fully enjoy this pregnancy! You deserve it!

cmerribury · September 2015

Thanks ladies! It's surreal how it made me feel to have everything come back clear!

cmerribury · September 2015

Here is his sweet profile ☺️

spatter1 · September 2015

Aww yay!!! Congrats!!

borgahurst · September 2015

Congrats!!!

mommaseal · September 2015

Fantastic news!!! Boys are the best!! Congratulations!!

kimey1 · September 2015

Finally good news!!

Congrats!

wilkat2009 · September 2015

SOOOOO happy for you! Thats amazing news! I know you have to feel like a ton of bricks have been lifted from you!

cmerribury · September 2015

I do, @wilkat2009! I feel like a totally different person. Like a happy pregnant woman. I even sorted through my son's baby things and we have started talking about designs for the nursery and plans to move old furniture out. It's wonderful.

BKNJN · September 2015

So so so glad!!!

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