Once upon a time there was a little girl that wasn’t much more than a little bit of hope. She lived inside of me and when I went to see how she was growing, I held my husband’s hand and smiled. The smile didn’t last long.
I was told she might not make it, that I had a difficult decision to make. There were no smiles left in that room. There weren’t many smiles throughout the pregnancy.
I couldn’t let go of her. I just couldn’t. I held on to her and I loved every single second of her.
For not letting go of her, for not giving up on my little bit of hope, for following my intuition…I will always be proud of myself.
For her, I stood my ground and because of her, I will never EVER forget that…
…sometimes a little bit of hope is all you need and that some stories have a very happy ending.
Backstory: Originally, I was told that Luna Pie had no kidneys and would not survive long after birth. Then I was told that maybe she had one kidney. She does indeed have one kidney, that is all she needs to live a healthy life, and she is healthy and thriving. She is in the care of a kidney specialist that is very optimistic about her prognosis. She will get checked yearly until grade school and if all goes well we will need to take no further action. That’s what I’m choosing to focus on.
Aww, she’s a little miracle baby. You should be very proud of yourself, Mami, for holding on to that hope that brought her safely into this world.
Aww, she’s a little miracle baby. You should be very proud of yourself, Mami, for holding on to that hope that brought her safely into this world.
You have focused on all the right things, Mami. Your pictures show that you have been rewarded enormously for that.
You have focused on all the right things, Mami. Your pictures show that you have been rewarded enormously for that.
Aawww Luna Pie! You’re a miracle!
*love*
Oh goodness, this is such an inspiring story. Good for you for following your intuition and holding on to hope.
You know what that means, right? She’ll grow up to be a one-kidneyed superwoman. And you’ll be able to say it was your doing for not giving up hope. Kudos to Supermami!
Thank God! Mother’s know…they just know. I’m so proud of you too 🙂 Her feet are just perfect!
I remember praying for both of you when you got that news. So glad things turned out so well!
Wow! What a story. I’m so happy it all worked out, hope is so powerful. I love baby feeties. so adorable.
I do love your story and was so happy with the outcome of this journey. God is good.
Ay amiga! This post brought tears to my eyes. Luna Pie is a precious miracle! I’m so glad this story had a happy ending. 🙂
This is a GREAT story! Bless you . . . Ciao
Yes! So glad for your happy ending!
Blessings!
I know TWO people that didn’t even know that they only had one kidney until they were in their 50’s. They didn’t find out because of any kidney issues, it was just a random finding while being worked up for something else. She will be fine 🙂
Oh I am so teary…God bless Luna Pie and you!
I am so glad Luna Pie is doing so well, and is continuing to thrive and be amazing. Best wishes and prayers for both your girls to be happy and healthy.
I’m so glad she’s doing well! Those pictures are so cute they almost make me want another one, almost. But my DIL is pregnant. I’ll get my baby fix there 🙂
I love hearing stories like this!
I remember reading about you digging in your heels and standing firm. We are so proud of your for loving your baby and seeing it through to the birth. She is precious and beautiful, like your other daughter. They get it from their mother.
I am in tears because I know this is what I would have done! Sending both of you lots of hugs and love from me and our baby!
Thank you for the hugs and love. Sending some right back to you and your baby.
A beautiful post. I remember your worry well. I’m so glad to see this darling thrive.
A beautiful post. I remember your worry well. I’m so glad to see this darling thrive.
A beautiful post. I remember your worry well. I’m so glad to see this darling thrive.
so nice to hear the update about your wonderful, thriving, beautiful bebita. you weathered the situation with such grace. i often imagined what i’d do when reading your posts and i probably would have just recoiled from everyone. thanks for continuing to share 🙂
so nice to hear the update about your wonderful, thriving, beautiful bebita. you weathered the situation with such grace. i often imagined what i’d do when reading your posts and i probably would have just recoiled from everyone. thanks for continuing to share 🙂
so nice to hear the update about your wonderful, thriving, beautiful bebita. you weathered the situation with such grace. i often imagined what i’d do when reading your posts and i probably would have just recoiled from everyone. thanks for continuing to share 🙂
so nice to hear the update about your wonderful, thriving, beautiful bebita. you weathered the situation with such grace. i often imagined what i’d do when reading your posts and i probably would have just recoiled from everyone. thanks for continuing to share 🙂
I remember when she was only a hope and being prooud of you then. She is glorious and she is living proof that indeed miracles happen and a mother’s love is THE most powerful force in the world
I love you
🙂
Traci
I remember when she was only a hope and being prooud of you then. She is glorious and she is living proof that indeed miracles happen and a mother’s love is THE most powerful force in the world
I love you
🙂
Traci
I remember when she was only a hope and being prooud of you then. She is glorious and she is living proof that indeed miracles happen and a mother’s love is THE most powerful force in the world
I love you
🙂
Traci
I remember when she was only a hope and being prooud of you then. She is glorious and she is living proof that indeed miracles happen and a mother’s love is THE most powerful force in the world
I love you
🙂
Traci
AMEN!!!
AMEN!!!
AMEN!!!
AMEN!!!
Where there is love, there is always hope. What a blessing.
Wonderful! She’s perfect.
I am SO happy for you and Luna Pie and your happy ending.
Hope is a beautiful thing (as are those cute little baby toes up there!)
Lots of love to all of you. ♥
She is a miracle baby; bless those cute little fingers and toes. I always trust a mother’s gut.
awww…baby feet are so cute…lovely little one…
omg! omg! omg!
what a miracle baby!!
BLESSINGS!!!
betty xx
This made me smile ear-to-ear! =D What a blessing!
OK. those photos are absolutely precious. And I’m so happy to hear she should continue to be a happy healthy child long into the future. You had such a rough pregnancy and handled it without crumbling in a pile on the floor which is where I would have been 😉
So so beautiful. Luna Pie is a beautiful, healthy, wonderful reward for your hope.
Every day we have is a miracle, every day with our kids a miracle X infinity. I’ve lost one, never forgotten, almost lost the other two, never taken for granted. I’m luckier than anyone I know and I LOVE THIS!
I feel pretty lucky too.
Visit me at: http://www.unknownmami.com.
Love your post… your wee darling is so lucky to have you for her Mum. XOXOXOX
I’m so glad you made that brave decision. She is so adorable. The longest baby fingers ever!
Such a moving post, so wonderful to be full of such joy after all you went through to get to this point 🙂
Such a moving post, so wonderful to be full of such joy after all you went through to get to this point 🙂
Never underestimate the intuition of a Mother with hope.
This post seems perfect for you.
http://www.blessedelements.com/goinggreen/?p=53
Although the story of how the poem was born is not beautiful like your story 🙂
Focusing on each day and trusting your instincts is the best way always! What a blessing!
Congrats on your POTW
Hugs
SueAnn
that’s really sweet. congrats on the POTW!
Awww… a miracle and a piece of magical love!
Incredible! A miracle indeed!
Congratulations on your POTW!
Thanks for sharing the pics of Luna Pie with us. I can almost smell taht gorgeous new baby smell. She’s beautiful Mami.
I hope you know how very proud I am of you and the hard decisions you made for your sweet girl.
xoxoxo jj
Ps Congrats on your POTW mention from Hilary
I went through a similar incidaent with my youngest. I listen to her sleeping and think of all that went into her coming into this world.She reminds me she is no longer a baby, at 19 a woman.She will always be my baby.
A mama’s instinct. Always on the spot. Such a wonderful story!
Congrats on your little girl and on your POTW.
You made a very wise decision!!! You trusted yourself!!
You know, hope is worth holding on to. Your little one is proof. {Hugs} Mami. Glad all is well.