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Thursday, March 8, 2012

FET #2: 6w5d ultrasound


So, we took a deep breath and actually showed up for our ultrasound appointment this morning. I didn't mention we'd scheduled this one in case I chickened out again.

We were scared, shaking a little, actually.

It was easy to imagine a good or bad outcome. Good, because the numbers have been so promising, Bad, because, well, we've had a lot of practice with hearing bad news over the past five years.

Luckily, the news was good.

Oh, oh, so good.



 It appears that we are actually pregnant.

The blob with the plus signs around it (in the top picture) is the embryo. The round ball on the top of the embryo is the yolk sac. Embryo is measuring 7 wks 1 day, with a heartbeat of 127 beats per minute, which we were able to listen to.

I don't think it's sunk in yet.

But this is decidedly excellent news.

I can't believe it!

Mo

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199 comments:

  1. TeeJayMarch 8, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    YAY!!! I HAVE TEARS OF JOY IN MY EYES FOR YOU RIGHT NOW! I've been checking all morning hoping for a post. Words can't even express how happy I am for you!!! This is GREAT!!!!!!!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    i have never ever commented but i had to because i'm SO SO SO happy for you and will! i've been reading along for ages and am so thrilled for you!

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  3. ChristyMarch 8, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    SO EXCITED!!!! WoooHoooo!!!!!

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  4. emilyMarch 8, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!!!!!!!! :D

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  5. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:26 AM

    That is one beautiful looking embryo Mo and Will! So happy for you guys. Keep breathing and doing what you're doing.
    xoxo
    OCGal

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  6. khariniMarch 8, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Great news!!! Great news!!!! Amazing news!!

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  7. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Delighted for you!. Sending you lots of love and joy.

    Sarah.

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  8. lklomickaMarch 8, 2012 at 11:28 AM

    WOOOOHOOOOO! I literally just yelled out loud! So excited for you. I am a long time reader but I rarely comment. Grow little baby, grow!

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  9. ngoldstoneMarch 8, 2012 at 11:29 AM

    More congratulations from a lurker who's been following you with fingers crossed for ages---

    Such wonderful news!

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  10. sprogbloggerMarch 8, 2012 at 11:31 AM

    Sitting at my kitchen table with tears streaming down my face. So very happy for you that the only thing I can think to do is cry! Very, very happy for you, dear Mo.

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  11. Marti KubenaMarch 8, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    I am thrilled for you!!! Here's to many more months of great news!

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  12. AugustaMarch 8, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    That is wonderful news. Congrats.

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  13. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    WOW mo!

    one day at a time, but for this day...

    yippee! hurray! halleluuyah! hurrah! hi hip hurray! woohoo! yeehah! and...

    CONGRATULATIONS!

    a heartbeat! a wonderful, sweet sounding heartbeat! and a yolk sac! a beautiful round yolk sac!

    hugs and kisses all around! this is a wonderful day for you and will... i hope you both are basking in the glory of a wonderful u/s.

    smiles from here to there for you!

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  14. The Blatchford FamilyMarch 8, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    YES!!! So thrilled for you!

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  15. ClaudiaMarch 8, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    That is REALLY REALLY great news. SO happy for you!

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  16. Brave IVF GirlMarch 8, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    Woohoo!!

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  17. DoraMarch 8, 2012 at 11:36 AM

    Tears here, too. That is just gorgeous! Over the moon for you.

    3 days ahead! An overachiever! xoxo to all 3 of you.

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  18. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:36 AM

    ah! had to post 2ce in one minute because i am so thrilled for you! this is so exciting, i want to shout it from the rooftops. so happy for you both, i mean, for the 3 of you :)

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  19. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    Hurray! I am so excited for you and Will. Beautiful looking US. Grow,grow,grow little one your mom and dad are excited to meet you later this year

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  20. kim2649March 8, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    Oh, tears here too, and so, so happy for you.

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  21. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    I also rarely comment but I am sooo excited for you!!!! I really believe this is it and that is why all your other options that you have been contemplating this last few months haven't worked out!!

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  22. It Is What It IsMarch 8, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    OMG, THIS IS THE BEST POSSIBLE NEWS EVER!

    Yay, yay, yay!

    Yippee! Mo & Will are pregnant. Mo & Will are pregnant.

    Such a huge relief, I am sure and I am hoping that you can bask in the glory of it for at least the next 48 hours.

    Congrats!

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  23. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    YES YES YES!!!! So so happy for you.

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  24. "Jay"March 8, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    That is the most beautiful embryo I have ever seen! Getting all choked up over here for you! I am so happy for you!!!

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  25. neerocMarch 8, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Awesome! Congratulations, I'm so, so happy for you guys (aren't ya glad you showed up? *g*)

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  26. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    What a wonderful gift for you on this International Woman's Day! I'll continue to keep my fingers crossed for you, but it looks like you'll get your take home baby this time! Congratulations, Mo and Will!

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  27. juliane2004March 8, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    So so so so amazing. Congrats :)

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  28. NikkiMarch 8, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    I am so excited for you both!!!! Amazing to see that heartbeat!!!

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  29. newbieMarch 8, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    AHHHHHH! I am SO FRIGGING HAPPY for you right now! YES!

    Just stare at that gorgeous picture until your eyes fall out whenever you feel worried. And you are measuring *ahead* of time - that is amazing!

    I know this is a totally meaningless thing to say, but I've had a good feeling about this pregnancy for you ever since you got your BFP. This is IT, girl!

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  30. MFA MamaMarch 8, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    EEEEEEEE!!!! So exciting! YAY!

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  31. SLES75March 8, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    So glad you were brave and for the food. Was we were all hoping for!!! YAY!!!!

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    1. SLES75March 8, 2012 at 11:52 AM

      Omg I hate auto correct...so glad it was the good news we were hoping for!!! Sorry for the previous post. I'm on my phone...YAY for good news!!!!!

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  32. Graph Paper StoryMarch 8, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    WONDERFUL news!!! :) :) :)

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  33. A New BeginningMarch 8, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    I am SOOOOOO unbelieveably excited for you all!!!

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  34. UnknownMarch 8, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    DUDE!! You are ahead!! That is such a good sign!!That has always been my dream when I go in for one of these things but its never materialized yet.

    This looks freaking awesome!!!

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  35. Marie Q.March 8, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    I have followed your blog for years (seriously) and never posted. Our family has struggled for years with IF and I happened onto your blog way back. You have fought the battle of IF like a true warrior. I have such respect for you and your husband. Never give up on your dream of having a family because I know you will make the best parents......strong, compassionate, patient, kind and loving....lucky kid(s). Congratulations! Marie Q.

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  36. Sara L. UckelmanMarch 8, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    Oh my goodness, YAY!

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  37. LindsayMarch 8, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    Tears of joy for you and Will!!!! Have a great day celebrating!!!!

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  38. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    Seriously have chills. Congrats!
    Jennifer

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  39. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 11:57 AM

    Woohooooooo!!!!

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  40. AlexicographerMarch 8, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    Yay!!!!!!!

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  41. glamcookieMarch 8, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    So friggin' happy for you! Teary, too! Grow grow grow little nugget!

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  42. Erin BakalMarch 8, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Delighted to see such good news! Good strong heartbeat, beautiful u/s! Hello lucky #7! So glad to see you!

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  43. gwinneMarch 8, 2012 at 12:03 PM

    Best news I've had since I got tenure! Yahoo!!!!!!!!! Congrats! And I guess you're growing a not-so-tiny embryo :)

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  44. Chris and JoyMarch 8, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    So wonderful!!
    Beautiful numbers, beautiful heartbeat, beautiful embryo!
    Today is an amazing day!

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  45. TinaMarch 8, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    I've been lurking for quite a while now, and I just wanted to say how very excited I am for you both. I'm sending lots of sticky baby dust your way! I can't wait to watch your little one grow and grow.

    Congratulations!!!!

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  46. Mrs. SmithMarch 8, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    I never really comment but YAY! I have tears in my eyes. So happy for you and Will.

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  47. MelissaMarch 8, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    I have actual tears in my eyes! I'm delurking for this FANTASTIC news. Congratulations, Mo & Will. This has made my day!!

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  48. KDNMarch 8, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    I am so so incredibly happy for you, and I will be checking back (as I have been for almost 3 years now!) to see how all progresses. You give me so much hope, as I move toward my 7th IVF cycle - back to CC.RM... Thank you for writing such an honest, and informative blog. It is so appreciated.

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  49. Newlywed in New YorkMarch 8, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    YAY YAY YAY!! Best news ever!

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  50. kdactylMarch 8, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    I am sooooo completely thrilled about this. I cannot even describe how big my smile is! I'm going to continue staying positive for you both!!!!! Congrats. These pics are gorgeous!!!!!

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  51. DeanaMarch 8, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    I don't think I've been this excited about a pregnancy since it was my own!!! YAY!!!! This is the best possible news you could ever hope for and everything looks absolutely perfect - better than perfect!! 3 days ahead!! I'm so excited that very soon, all of your struggles will be a distant memory with a wonderful outcome.

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  52. TheThirtiesGirlMarch 8, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    This is such awesome news!

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  53. JuliaMarch 8, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    I am so happy for both of you. I wish you an uneventful pregnancy with a beautiful baby at term!
    What wonderful news...it made my day. Congratulations!

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  54. quadmomMarch 8, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    AHHHH!! YAY!!! So so so SO happy for you! What a gorgeous little baby! Grinning from ear to ear!

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  55. Brookes4boysMarch 8, 2012 at 12:45 PM

    SO SO SO happy for you both!!

    Wonderful news!!!!

    And 7 weeks 1 day! An overachiever!

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  56. JenrcgMarch 8, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    Yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes YES!

    That's all.

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  57. EricaMarch 8, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    I am so glad you were able to have such a good appt! I am thrilled for you both. Here is to many more visit of nothing but good news!
    Erica

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  58. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    YOWZERS !!! hAPPY dANCE (/)(|)(\) So happy for you guys. Best. News. Ever. Grow lil Mo, grow !!

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  59. ChickachickMarch 8, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    So so happy for you!!! keeping you in my thoughts you brave girl!! Keep up the courage!!!

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  60. ReighnieMarch 8, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    YES!!!!

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  61. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    Sending happiness from Denver !

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  62. JemMarch 8, 2012 at 12:56 PM

    So, so, so very happy for you!!!!!!

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  63. CKMarch 8, 2012 at 1:03 PM

    YIPPEEE!!!!!!! I am crying happy tears for you right now!!!!

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  64. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    We are thrilled for all 3 of you!!!!!! This is such wonderful news!!!! yeay yeay yeay!!!! You know what you absolutely have to do in the next few days? Simply enjoy! Not pay as close of an attention to any symptoms, not read into anything - just enjoy! Easier said that done, but please try! We are so so happy for you guys!!! Hugs!

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  65. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Wonderful news! I have been a long time lurker but couldn't be happier for you two!!!

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  66. Life HappensMarch 8, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    Yay! So happy for you. Congrats!!

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  67. NicoleMarch 8, 2012 at 1:27 PM

    Congrats!!! New to your blog and catching up on your history. So happy for you. I have my fingers & toes crossed.

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  68. NissaMarch 8, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    Crying crying crying!!!! I've never met you IRL, but I'm overcome with happiness for you!!!! I hope you can enjoy this to the fullest, Mo & Will! Congratulations!!!

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  69. Sans cigogneMarch 8, 2012 at 1:36 PM

    I'm so happy for you two... well I should say for you three! Yay!
    Feelie

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  70. tireegal68March 8, 2012 at 1:38 PM

    Best news!!! Awesome. Hoping and praying for continued good news!!!

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  71. LauraMarch 8, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    This is the BEST news I've heard all day. Congratulations! And now for my guess: I think it's a boy :). Not that you care one bit what it is. Enjoy this news my dear!

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  72. miriamMarch 8, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Been following you for a couple years now and I am so freaking happy for you!!!

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  73. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 1:43 PM

    CONGRATS!! I'm a lurker but also had a good feeling about this pregnancy...even when you were talking about donors, etc I kept thinking that if you did go for it this cycle that it would be your take home baby. So happy for you and tons of vibes :)

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  74. MyTwoLinesMarch 8, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    Awesome news Mo! Keep it coming!!

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  75. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    I opened this on my phone and the very first thing I saw was the yolk sac- I'm just another stranger who found your blog, but I almost teared up when I saw that. I didn't know I could be this happy for a total stranger:) sending all the good vibes in the universe to you for continued good news.

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  76. MINDYEMarch 8, 2012 at 1:49 PM

    What wonderful news. We don’t even know each other but I have been sitting on this side of the screen holding my breath. Sending up lots of prayers too. Will keep it up. I am a long time reader just don’t comment much. So happy for you two, I mean three :o)
    MindyE

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  77. FGMarch 8, 2012 at 1:50 PM

    The sweetest sound I EVER heard was my twins'heartbeat for the very first time. So happy you got to experience this too! Jumping for joy!

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  78. NVMarch 8, 2012 at 1:53 PM

    Oh Mo, I am so happy for you. What a beautiful day! I have a smile from ear to ear right now. And such a beautiful little bean!!!!

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  79. B.March 8, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    Delurking to say YAY!!! What wonderful news!!!

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  80. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    mo,
    what is the next step?
    does ccrm have you going for weekly u/s? what is your plan?

    so happy for you!

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  81. MoMarch 8, 2012 at 2:03 PM

    anonymous,
    I actually don't know! I have an OB appointment next thursday...I know CCRM wants more bloodwork - probably early next week, but otherwise, not sure...I've been getting my info on a need to know basis, I guess! Mo

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  82. nurslouisaMarch 8, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    YIPEEEEEE!!!!!!! Just keep breathing and little bean Just keep growing!

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  83. HeatherMarch 8, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    Seriously... I can't tell you how many times I've checked this week to see if you've posted an update.

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  84. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    Delurking from Ireland.Delighted for all of you.

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  85. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 2:11 PM

    So, so happy and relieved for you. I pray the good news continues!

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  86. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 2:14 PM

    Halleluja! NBHHY!

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  87. What IF?March 8, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    Congratulations, Mo and Will. That is one beautiful little peanut!

    The only post that could possibly bring more joy is seeing a picture of this baby in your arms this fall.

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  88. DoraMarch 8, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    I'm imagining you checking your phone as you work today, enjoying all the happy, tearful comments pouring in. You have an awesome cheering section! :-)

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  89. sass @ (In)fertility UnexplainedMarch 8, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    I am so happy for you, and relieved! Congratulations!!! And an extra congrats for being brave and going to the ultrasound.

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  90. KaitakeMarch 8, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    Hooray! Oh I'm sitting here on the other side of the world with a big 'ol grin on my face. I'm so incredibly happy for you that this is good news. :) best wishes and long long long may the good news continue :)

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  91. JenMarch 8, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    YAY MO!!! Awesome news! So, so happy for you!

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  92. FieryMarch 8, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    SO happy for you! Congrats! Your baby pics are absolutely beautiful. Agh, so glad to hear this!

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  93. MindyMarch 8, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    Smiling and crying at the same time for you. I can't tell you how happy I am for you.

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  94. PieMarch 8, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    HOOOOOORAY!!!! YIPPPPPPIE!!! WAAAAHOOOOOOOO!!!! I love me some pretty u/s like that one. And measuring ahead with a nice strong hb? Icing on the happy cake.

    Enjoy this great news!! And stare at those pictures all day long!! :)

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  95. LibbyMarch 8, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    Lookin' good! Congrats!

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  96. AnneMarch 8, 2012 at 2:51 PM

    I hope and pray baby petridish hangs in there- 30+ more weeks!!!

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  97. EmMarch 8, 2012 at 2:55 PM

    So happy!! Grow little beanie, grow! He/she is beautiful! <3 Continued prayers for you!!

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  98. JenniferMarch 8, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    Wonderful news! I'm new to your blog & the world of infertility, but I am so happy for you!

    www.ontheroadtobabyh.blogspot.com

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  99. DJMarch 8, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    YAAAAAY Mo and Will! Grow baby grow!

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  100. GilMarch 8, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    OMG! OMG! OMG!!!!! Oh Mo! I'm over the freakin' moon for you guys! Oh how wonderful is this!?!? And what an amazing sound isn't it? Nothing in the world like it. I bet you were reduced to tears huh? Regardless, I am dancing a huge happy dance for you and Will right now! CONGRATS!

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  101. MelissiaMarch 8, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    Just so happy to hear your great news! 3 days ahead, that is amazing.!

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  102. Reagan and Trevor's MommyMarch 8, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    I obsessively check here for good news and was just thinking that today is Thursday and their clinic did ask for an US at the end of the week so I wonder... And I am SO happy to see your wonderful news posted. Grow Baby GROW!

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  103. TrinityMarch 8, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    Sending love, Mo and Will! What gorgeous pictures! :)

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  104. HeatherMarch 8, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    This is such wonderful news! Look at that little baby growing in there! And measuring ahead even!! So so happy for you.

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  105. momtohowmanyMarch 8, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    OH MY!!!! I HAVE TEARS for you!!!! I went to pick up the phone to call you and said wait I don't know her although I feel like I do. REALLY, TRULY, SINCERELY HAPPY FOR YOU!!!!!

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  106. LisaMarch 8, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    Oh my ... this is positively the best news I've received all week long! I am so happy for you both!! Congratulations!

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  107. KateMarch 8, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    BEST NEWS EVER.

    chills, happyteary, relieved, and so insanely happy for you and Will.

    Looks pretty darned perfect from here.
    Sweet Mo, I wish on you a bit of reveling.
    revel.

    xox
    Kate

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  108. Claire March 8, 2012 at 3:49 PM

    Well that is just fantastic! So pleased for you xxx

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  109. BarefootMarch 8, 2012 at 3:52 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS! I have been thinking about you guys a lot these past couple of weeks, and so glad that you got some fantastic news today.

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  110. Potty Mouth PrincessMarch 8, 2012 at 4:03 PM

    Coming out of lurkdom to say CONGRATS!!!

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  111. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    This is such wonderful news, Mo! Congrats to you and Will! I'm so glad you got to hear its little heart beat - that's the best sound ever!!!

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  112. babyinterruptedMarch 8, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    So much joy for you - and all kinds of prayers and hope for the months to come!

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  113. Glass Case of EmotionMarch 8, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    Awesome!!!!

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  114. TrishaMarch 8, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    Hello little embryo! Stick around for a long, long time! You have good people!

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  115. LauraMarch 8, 2012 at 4:22 PM

    everytime I click on your blog in my reader I hold my breath. I don't think I have ever let it out that deeply before. I am so happy for you both, happy for that little embryo that is going to have some pretty awesome parents. sending you lots of love from Nebraska :)

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  116. hilMarch 8, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    Yeah! What a beautiful blob!

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  117. MabelBMarch 8, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    Yes! So so so happy for you, what a perfect looking embryo, PHEW! Enjoy the happy happy news!

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  118. AmyMarch 8, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    I have no words to express the profound happiness I have for you in this moment. No words...but I just want to HUG you right now!!

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  119. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    Huzzah!!!!!

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  120. R.March 8, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    Amazing news! So happy for you!!!

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  121. MarieMarch 8, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    So happy for you! Long time coming, but here you are! YIPPEE!

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  122. JacksmomMarch 8, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    I am mostly a silent lurker on your blog but I am sooooo excited for you!!!! I hope this turns out to be a really great 9 months for you!

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  123. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    I only just discovered your blog a few weeks ago but have been following along (and reading back) ever since. Congrats on your great scan today. I'm thrilled for you both.

    I've had three losses and am gearing up for my next FET later this month. My RE is willing to let me try the antihistamine protocol this time. Curious when you started the Claritin, Pepcid and Prednisone. I've read differing things (some start two days before transfer and some two days after). Just curious what worked for you. Thanks!!

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  124. MoMarch 8, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    anonymous - i started a week before. wanted to be sure it had a chance to take full effect prior to the transfer.

    mo

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  125. CarmMarch 8, 2012 at 5:16 PM

    Congrats!! Now take a deep breath and enjoy this moment, you most definitely deserve it. And here's to a hopefully uneventful 33 more weeks!

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  126. Carrie1074March 8, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I am so happy for you guys! Tears of joy flowing for you! :)

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  127. JoMarch 8, 2012 at 5:25 PM

    FABULOUS news! Now you can cross one more hurdle off the list. Things are off to a wonderful start!!!!

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  128. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    Amazing news! Never thought I could feel so much concern and happiness for a complete stranger.

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  129. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    So very excited and happy for you three! :) Have been a long time reader and have been wishing, hoping, and praying for this great news. All the very best!

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  130. AndreaMarch 8, 2012 at 6:04 PM

    Such great news!!! I am so happy for you both and hope that you can take some time to enjoy it. How great to measure ahead as well. I am having the same scan on tues, I hope I have similar results.

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  131. RebeccaMarch 8, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    Holy cannoli! I just happened to pop in today and what absolutely AMAZING news!!!! OMG that is an awesome looking embryo. Congratulations to you and Will!

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  132. DanielleMarch 8, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Whoooooooooooooooooooooooop!!!!

    What a big hurdle cleared. So happy for you guys.

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  133. IrishNYCMarch 8, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    I'm so, so happy for you! Grow baby, grow!

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  134. BBMarch 8, 2012 at 6:39 PM

    Fabulous!! I'm so thrilled for you!!

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  135. Lyndsey DavisMarch 8, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    Oh my goodness!!!!! This is the best news ever and to hear that heart beating so strongly this early!!!! You are truly blessed.

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  136. Frankie BeeMarch 8, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    I've been out of town all day and am late to the game of congratulating you on your little embryo with a heartbeat!!! Yeah!! So happy for you and Will! What a relief!

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  137. KristenMarch 8, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    So, so happy for you!!!
    Huge congratulations!!!

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  138. hopeisafourletterwordMarch 8, 2012 at 6:58 PM

    So happy for you, congratulations!

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  139. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    Another longtime lurker popping in to congratulate you. I'm praying for continued success on this road to baby!

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  140. White Picket FencesMarch 8, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    I couldn't be happier for you both! Grow, baby, grow!!!

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  141. Secret SloperMarch 8, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    AMAAAAAZING. That was the point--at that stage with numbers like that--that our RE told us to relax. We didn't, but it was nice to know that someone thought we could :)

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  142. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    Congratulations :) So happy for you!

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  143. Journey GirlMarch 8, 2012 at 7:37 PM

    Fabulous, amazing, wonderful news - congratulations!!! I am so super happy for you both!

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  144. Out With InMarch 8, 2012 at 7:56 PM

    Wonderful wonderful news! I'm so happy for you guys!

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  145. poppy.f.seedMarch 8, 2012 at 8:00 PM

    wonderful and most wonderful and yet again! congratulations and hoping for a very sticky and healthy baby

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  146. KrystynMarch 8, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    Yay, I am so happy for you!!!! What wonderful news!

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  147. BabyliciousMarch 8, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    hooray!!!!!

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  148. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    Yay!!! so happy for you guys!!! I have had fingers crossed for you for days!

    Elaine :)

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  149. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    So wonderful! Congratulations on your fantastic news!

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  150. AnonymousMarch 8, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    That is one seriously kick butt awesome ultrasound!!! Seriously!! I'd be over the moon too...instead I am over the moon for YOU!!

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  151. KateMarch 8, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    Nice! So excited for you both. I know the fear probably set back in as soon as you got home again, or will come back soon. I hope you can relish the sound of that lovely heartbeat. And I'll be praying that the next ultrasound is just as good.
    Best news I've had all day!!!

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  152. JNSMarch 8, 2012 at 10:03 PM

    Thrilled for you! I KNEW it wasn't your eggs but some weird immune thing which you seem to have conquered! Hooray!!!!

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  153. ElizabethMarch 8, 2012 at 10:04 PM

    !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  154. B.March 8, 2012 at 10:13 PM

    YES! Such great news! I have happiness goosebumps after reading your post, and I can't stop smiling.

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  155. KahlaMarch 8, 2012 at 10:19 PM

    So, so thrilled for you both!!! So worth the fight to get to this point in my book! I will continue to send many, many prayers your way every day.

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  156. irrationalexuberanceMarch 8, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    Wow. Just beyond happy for you. Enjoy this moment!

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  157. HeatherMarch 8, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    Yay yay yay! Wonderful news! So excited for you and Will. :-)

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  158. MHSMarch 8, 2012 at 11:50 PM

    Great news! So happy for you!!

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  159. A Shadow of My Former SelfMarch 8, 2012 at 11:58 PM

    Yay!!! Wonderful news!!

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  160. CherylMarch 9, 2012 at 12:12 AM

    I am brimming over with happiness and hope! Grow baby grow!!!

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  161. JuzzyMarch 9, 2012 at 12:19 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!! I have been reading for a few years and I've never commented. I've been holding my breath waiting for the news. I'm really happy for you both.

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  162. StacieMarch 9, 2012 at 12:28 AM

    I am thrilled for you! Yea!

    Just over the moon!

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  163. RebeccaMarch 9, 2012 at 1:24 AM

    Yea!! Congratulations!!! I'm so happy for you and Will. Those pictures look great, and that is a wonderful, strong heart rate for 6w5d. Congrats again!!

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  164. KatherineMarch 9, 2012 at 2:08 AM

    Congratulations!
    My little one looked just like that at 6w5d (only measured smaller). I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it means something and will continue to do so

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  165. ivfcyclerMarch 9, 2012 at 2:11 AM

    wonderful news!

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  166. AnonymousMarch 9, 2012 at 5:52 AM

    Congratulations!!!!! Sooooo amped for you and your husband!!!! I will continue to pray that these months fly by and your pregnancy is uneventful.

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  167. AnonymousMarch 9, 2012 at 6:36 AM

    Congrats!!!! Wishing you much continued, great news!!!!!
    Angie
    Natenang654.blogspot

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  168. Her Royal FabulousnessMarch 9, 2012 at 6:49 AM

    Yeehaw!!

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  169. mhdmomMarch 9, 2012 at 7:12 AM

    Wow, wow, wow! Delurking here to offer my sincerest congratulations on your pregnancy... so very happy for you!

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  170. Language Arts LadyMarch 9, 2012 at 7:39 AM

    Hooray!! What a wonderful sight! Congratulations. :)

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  171. cdgMarch 9, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    so thrilled for you!! hoping for smooth sailing ahead. much love and congratulations

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  172. AnonymousMarch 9, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    Hi..I have been following your blog for a short time but it really hit home with me... I had 6 losses prior to having my daughter (via IUI)... The losses were so unbelievably hard, not knowing if I would ever carry a child to term... I am so happy for your news and that sweet heartbeat you heard... I went on to have two more miscarriages before getting pregnant (via IVF) with triplets only to miscarry one of the triplets... I bled up until week 18..It was so hard thinking I might lose the twins at anytime... I am so pleased to say I had my boy/girl twin at 38 weeks 1 day! Don't give up!!! praying for continued growth of your baby and peace and comfort to you during your pregnancy!!!

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  173. Mrs.JoeMarch 9, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS This is the best friday ever!

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  174. Polly GamwichMarch 9, 2012 at 8:46 AM

    Yay!!! Such beautiful baby pics to start the babybook :) I also find your betas SO reassuring for a singleton! (heck, they'd be reassuring for twins!!!) so happy for you and Will.

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  175. BionicMarch 9, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    i don't think i can claim my eyes are watering from allergies if i'm making little sobbing noises, can i?

    oh, oh, oh! just so happy for you both and your little heartbeat.

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  176. Mrs. MisfitsMarch 9, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    I know it feels that there are eleventh billion steps to go from here, but this is your real BFP. Take a breath and enjoy it. It's a perfect number and a perfect start. You can do this. Your body can do this. Focus on each day if it gets overwhelming. I am over the moon for you right now and will be here to follow you all the way. It's time, Mo. Your time!

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  177. cheryllookingforwardMarch 9, 2012 at 9:22 AM

    I'm pretty sure I'm not the only person who has cried at work for you between today and yesterday. Congratulations!

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  178. CassieMarch 9, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    I am over the moon for you! And I can't believe how far down I had to scroll to leave my comment - it must feel wonderful to know that so many people are cheering your little bean on. Hooray!!!

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  179. MelMarch 9, 2012 at 10:32 AM

    What can I say?!? HOOOOOOORRRAYYY! :)

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  180. AnonymousMarch 9, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    Mo, Will and ?....we are so happy here in the great white north. Keep up the good work!

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  181. CeCeMarch 9, 2012 at 10:51 AM

    This news warms my heart so much! I truly could not be happier for you guys!!! Sending you a big smile from the West Coast :)

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  182. AllisonMarch 9, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Fantastic news! Praying so hard that the new cocktail mix of meds will bring you your LO this time.

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  183. dspenceMarch 9, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    Congratulations a hundred times over!!!

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  184. Auntie EmMarch 9, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    Yay!!!!! Congrats Mo! I just knew based on all those healthy hormone levels that things were (and ARE) going to be okay. I can relate to that feeling of disbelief that you are likely now feeling. Can't wait to comment on the adorable pics of your Little Will-and-Mo!!!! You did it!

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  185. SarahMarch 9, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    I am so pleased! I thought it would be fine, but I'm aware that I'm coming from a much better place of hope than you. May the good news keep rolling in!

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  186. AnonymousMarch 9, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    yeah baby yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  187. DeniseMarch 9, 2012 at 5:47 PM

    Seriously so excited for you!!!

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  188. AnonymousMarch 9, 2012 at 6:17 PM

    Congratulations!!!!

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  189. AnonymousMarch 9, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    mo, you have so many comments here- you are very well loved and hoped-for :)

    do you have some nice plans to get out of the city this weekend?

    i love looking at your u/s photo! its such a nice yolk sac :)

    have a great weekend! still smiling ear to ear from your news!

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  190. AnonymousMarch 9, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    I just KNEW that it was your time!! I'm so excited for you that it hurts. What beautiful ultrasounds those are. There's a little bean in there!! I'm gonna say boy! Congratulations Mo and Will...I cannot wait to see pics in 8 months of your takehome baby!!

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  191. AnonymousMarch 10, 2012 at 12:12 AM

    Amazing.

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  192. AnonymousMarch 10, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    AWESOME!!!!! Super happy for you MO!!!!!
    Nicki

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  193. AnonymousMarch 10, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Delurking to say YAY!!!!!!!!! I've been following you for a long time, and I was so thrilled to read this post. Heather

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  194. Mrs. JonesMarch 10, 2012 at 1:05 PM

    So so so excited to read this. Sorry, only emerging now from newborn chaos! LOL.

    Can't wait to pass it on to you!!!

    Wonderful!!!

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  195. SaudaminiMarch 10, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    Heartiest Congratulations from India. :)

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  196. Sue - OFF TravelerMarch 10, 2012 at 11:50 PM

    Huge, huge congrats to you both. I am so excited for you, it has been such a long road. I hope the rest of the pregnancy is absolutely boring and uneventful. Wishing you lots more good news.

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  197. birds and squirrelsMarch 11, 2012 at 4:08 PM

    YAY!!!! I am so, so, so excited for you guys! What a beautiful ultrasound picture, and a lovely heartbeat!

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  198. The Steadfast WarriorMarch 12, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Late to the party as usual but I just wanted to chime in and saw how happy I am for you both. Just keep taking it one day at a time (something I know you're well used to doing). Even when you don't feel positive about things, know that there are clearly many others who will do all the positive thinking for you. :)

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