BIG BROTHER!? Say WHAT!?

It’s true! Everett is going to be a BIG BROTHER! We’re having another baby! An actual little baby that can somersault and suck its thumb. A little baby with a heartbeat and functioning organs. A little baby that is half me and half Craig.

SURPRISE.

This all still feels like a dream – someone pinch me!

This past year has been a rollercoaster of emotions for our family. I was completely devastated when the doctors told me I had lost my uterus. I grieved that I would never have another child growing inside of me and now all of a sudden, we are having a baby!

Surrogacy was completely foreign to me a year ago. I started to learn about it and slowly (let me say that again, slowly) warmed up to the idea. I was completely frightened about finding another woman to carry our child… how could I trust her, how could I let go of being in control, how could I build a bond with this child, how could I stay connected, how could this even be possible? Then we met Heidi and all our doubts and fears went away. I knew this was right. God has definitely brought us together for a reason. This is the best gift anyone could ever give us.

I know you all want more details!

Our little love bug is due on December 7, 2018! I know you usually don’t do pregnancy announcements when you’re only 5 weeks pregnant, but I have been pretty transparent throughout this whole journey. I have felt all your love, support, and prayers, and know that you are on this exciting journey with us. So why hide it – this is our story!

Heidi had her blood work done on Monday, April 2 to confirm the pregnancy, with an HcG level of 1484. This wasn’t a huge surprise as we knew back on March 25 that she was pregnant… what would we do without home pregnancy tests!? Haha. I would’ve gone crazy waiting. Next appointment will be our first ultrasound on April 23. The countdown begins!

My heart is so full right now. I’m actually a little lost for words… I think I’m still in awe of how God has continued to show us that he is here with us, every step of the way. I’m feeling so incredibly blessed and am so excited for what is to come this year.

Until next time <3

Chantelle