I took this picture today, 34 weeks and 4 days into my surrogate pregnancy. To most, 34w4d is inconsequential, but for me, it means the world.
Now, this was me at 34 weeks 4 days…2 and a half years ago, pregnant with triplets. We were at the hospital getting ready to deliver three beautiful little babies! I sure wish I had a side view photo for comparison.
Everyone was in awe of me that I had made it “so far along” with the triplets. Most high order multiples deliver much earlier. I had never developed any complications nor did I ever have any inkling of pre-term labor. The doctor, after performing an amniocentesis, decided that it would be safer for everyone to have the babies on the the outside of the womb. So at 34 weeks 4 days, they were born.
Those little babies rocked it! All of them were over 5 pounds and only one needed any oxygen. They amazed everyone at their strength. They left the hospital 8 days later.
Here are the triplets today: <3
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I just love that I get so many pictures from their mommy. I am a lucky surrogate!
It’s very comforting to know that I could go into labor today and little Baby J would be okay. But, it’s also a very good thing that he’s not showing any signs of wanting out. Stay and bake, baby. I’ll meet you on May 10th.
Great pics Rhea! Your surro babies are adorable!
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How exciting-May 10th is just right around the corner! The triplets are adorable!
Awww!! So sweet! The triplets are gorgeous!
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Ill tell ya Rhea your a special lady for sure!
You are one specail lady Rhea.
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You are amazing! I am a proud to be your friend =)
Love it! You’re awesome, Rhea.
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As an adoptive mother, I truly appreciate your act of generosity and selflessness in carrying surrogate.
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Wow, as we’ve talked before, you’re such a wonderful person for making someone elses dreams come true. The trips are absolutely adorable and I couldn’t think of a better person to bake babies!
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I am wonderful, aren’t I?
LMAO
Wow, May 10th huh? Time is definitely going by too fast.
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Hey Stefani! I have NO idea, but every single comment you leave goes into my spam box. Are you a secret spammer?? LOL
Anyhow, thanks for all your comments. I appreciate them.
What a beautiful belly! You are special Rhea! And must be blessed to be able to share this awesome gift other other moms who can’t carry. There are angels watching over you
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Rhea…Happy belated easter too…The triplets are adorable…
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Congrats! That’s amazing that you were pregnant with triplets in that picture, I would never have guessed. The triplets are very cute. You’re amazing to be a surrogate, what a wonderful gift you are giving another mom and to the children. Good luck with the rest of the pregnancy, it sounds like all is going well.
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you made me tear up! Beautiful!
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Rhea, what you are doing is so wonderful. You look beautiful and your surrogate babies are adorable too. You are a wonderful woman to give a family such life and hope. I hope that new little wants until May
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Best wishes for the following weeks!