Our Tiny Little Pea...or as he's called now - a Pole!

Well, here he is!! The doctor's found what they were looking for - the Fetal Pole.

Josh and I were very pleased to see this tiny little "pole" on our ultra sound this morning. We learned that they call the fetus a Fetal Pole because the baby hasn't yet developed arms or legs! The ultra sound measured me at 5 weeks, 5 days, which is 2 days off from my LMP. They aren't concerned about that at all. In fact, I don't have to go back for another 2 weeks, at which point we'll have another ultra sound and hopefully he'll have a recognizable heartbeat (and arms).

Our doctor is being cautious but optimistic. I think that everything will be fine, but appreciate him paying close attention to the details. One thing's for sure, we wouldnt' have gotten through this last week without each of your prayers, well wishes, and encouragment. God has truly been at work here, and we're faithful that everything will be fine.

Again, thanks to everyone for the prayers and encouragement. We love you all dearly! We couldn't ask for better freinds!

Bethany, Josh, and Livi