As some of you may have heard, at the time when Carrie and I found out what gender each of our children were going to be, we also found out that there might be an issue with Baby B. It turns out that there is a growth on its umbilical cord close to where it goes into the baby's abdomen, and that this could be an indicator of a chromosomal abnormality. In the weeks following the discovery, however, we had another series of ultrasonic scans, and the growth which at one time was thought to be originating from the belly is in actuality a good centimetre out. All of the baby's measurements are fine, and it's growing at rate that's consistent with a singleton at its stage (which means that, given that it's a twin, it's actually growing faster than is normal, which is a good thing). So, we and the genetic counsellors are guardedly optimistic that this will be a normal pregnancy.
Throughout all of this, Carrie's family has been greatly supportive, sending us many well-wishes and always showing thier concern by asking us about how the kids are doing. Her sister Carla has even come up for a few days and is helping us out with some of our lingering projects, such as the ever-present painting (more about this later. The two of us are very grateful to have them in our lives.
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Tony,
As you know I have been out of the country and in my own world for the last month or so. I am sorry that I missed this before but glad to hear that all is well in this regard. Thanking God for Carrie's family and the blessings they have bestowed on you.
Love,
Kat
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