Well.....not exactly. Beta is short for a serum beta hCG test. This is a blood test done to detect early pregnancy and its a hormone produced by the growing baby. Our happy news came after blood was drawn and a blood level of 159 was measured. (anything >5 is considered positive). Two days later, which was Saturday, I went for another blood test to measure again the "beta" level. The doctor is looking for an increase of at least 60%. Ours...304! Almost DOUBLE!!! Whoo Hoo! This is a very positive sign that the little budding baby(s) is growing appropriately. Our RN coordinator, Jennifer, gave us our due date-Sept. 29th and we are cautiously optimistic. Next step, our first OB sonogram!! We are scheduled on Feb 4th and can't wait. The doctor will be looking for how many "beans" are growing, hearts are beating and perfectly forming baby(s) there are. Please keep prayers a coming and fingers and toes crossed as these first nine weeks are crucial. Charlotte and I would like to thank each and everyone of you for your support in our journey. You all mean so much to us and have shaped our lives in so many ways. ...and did I mention-WHOOOO HOOOOOOO!!!!
We love you so much and our thrilled to be on the "two pink line' journey with you!
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