Andrej, Jessica, Kaiya and Tobi

Thirty two weeks and counting! I can't believe we only have eight more weeks until Baby Ciho's due date. I'm not counting on him coming early, or even on time, as Kaiya was eight LONG days over due. However, I am getting anxious and excited to meet the newest member of our family and I hope he doesn't decide to hang out in there as long as his big sis did. We were able to see the little guy on March 23, as we had our follow-up ultrasound. We learned a couple of really neat things during the ultrasound:

1) Baby Ciho is definitely a boy! As the ultrasound technician was getting everything set up to start, she asked if we knew the baby's gender. I told her that we found out it was a boy during the 20 week ultrasound, but would really like for her to confirm that for us if she could. She turned on the machine and as the first shot of the baby appeared on the screen she quickly pointed out that it was most definitely a boy.

2) During the ultrasound, at 30 weeks and 2 days gestation, Baby Ciho was weighing approximately 3 pounds and 8 ounces. He was also measuring right on target for our May 30 due date.

3) Lastly, and most important of all and the reason for the ultrasound, I asked the technician if she could tell us if the baby's kidneys were now the same size and growing as they should. She said she wasn't allowed to share that information with us and that it would have to come from our doctor. I was so disappointed as I was hoping to find out then exactly what had taken place over the last ten weeks, but understood her position. Finally after a long week of waiting, a nurse from our doctor's office called with GOOD NEWS!!! She shared that the ultrasound results showed that both of the baby's kidneys were normal and right on track growth wise. I can't even explain the relief that I felt when her first words were, "We have good news…" Praise God! I truly appreciate all of you for praying with us over the last ten weeks for his kidneys. Please continue to pray for him and me in these final weeks and I look forward to introducing you to Baby Ciho soon.

As for a name, nothing has been decided but we are in agreement on two options. This is really HUGE because just a couple of weeks ago we had nothing! In fact, I had just about thrown in the towel. I returned our 50,000 Names name book back to the bookshelf and told Andrej that he would have to name his son by himself because I was tired of trying. Thankfully, since then Andrej brought one of our old faithfuls back to the table and added one more. I'm afraid to share either name here as Andrej changes his mind daily, but know that we are getting closer. Also, a huge thanks to those of you who commented after the 20 Week post with possible name options. Each comment made for great conversation as Andrej explained why none of them were acceptable. I really should have posted his commentary under each comment as it would at least be a little insight into my husband's brain. I liked several of the suggestions with my favorite being Debbie's "Kaleb", but sadly Andrej wouldn't go for it. I have a feeling no name will be finalized until after Baby Ciho is here, but I am thankful there are at least some options on the table. If you have any new suggestions, please feel free to comment or send us an email.

Only EIGHT more weeks!!!