Moving on with Triplets...

Since multiple (twins or above) pregnancy was classified as high-risk, we were immediately referred to one of most reputable hospital in Toronto, Mount Sinai, and be part of the Special Pregnancy Program from week 12 on.  Obstetrician & Gynecologist (OB/GYN) Dr. Kellie Murphy was assigned as our primary doctor.  I would never forget the day I met Dr. Murphy.  She is an amazing doctor who appeared to be very gentle and passionate for what she does.  Within minutes of our first review (introduction and engagement), she had re-assured Fion and I that we would be well taken care of (regardless of what the future is like) and her team will be there for us 24/7 if we need them.  To tell you the truth, getting assurance from her was the best thing ever happened throughout the whole pregnancy-to-date.  Everything we read from the online / off-the-shelf self-help references had done nothing, but cast more shadows onto the various "risk" prospects of multiple pregnancy. To this point, I don't mean to disregard the benefits of going through these references yourself, as knowledge is power and people have the right to possess the knowledge they need/desire in order to make the most "educated" or "informed" decision for themselves.

From here on, our lives had gone on a very straight routine.  We work as usual from Monday to Friday except having to commit to our bi-weekly Tuesday ultrasound and OB appointment.  We completed the Nuchal Translucency ultrasound (week 12) and the fetal anatomy ultrasound (week 19.5).  Both ultrasound revealed no abnormality, what a BIG relief!  THEW...  Below are some of pics we got from our fetal anatomy ultrasound, which took more than 2 hours to examine all the details about each of our baby boy.  Yes, we are expecting THREE BOYS.  No GALS!

Triplet A (Identical w/ B) - Can you see him saying "hi-five" to you???

Triplet B (Identical w/ A) - Can you see he is looking up and thinking hard??? Baby Einstein!!

Triplet C (Fraternal) - What a sleeping beauty, don't you agree???

It's so amazing to see THREE babies growing in Fion's womb.  We are very thankful that it has been a smooth pregnancy so far and continue to pray that it'll stay that way!

The Beginning to an Instant Family of 5!

I was never a big fan of engaging in any form of online social networking websites, where people vigorously shared literally everything they do to the world.  This view had taken a 180 degree turn during the past few months.  I didn't recall the exact date or since when this change had taken place, but I was truthfully thankful that I borne in an era where social networking websites exist.  They connected me to a wealth of information and personal experience (knowledge), which provided Fion and I a realistic view of what to expect during our triplets pregnancy and more.

This Blogger "Matt and Fion Plus 3" is not about promoting the status of myself or my family's prosperity.  It's not about telling you what's right or wrong to do, but to share my personal experience from a simple couple life to an instant family of 5!  I will also speak openly to some of takeaways through my journey and hopefully leave a pathway to my fellow friends and families, especially to those who might be following our footsteps and seeking for some guidance and advice to this one of nature's most amazing events. 

Our story begun on the week of April 6th, when we found out Fiona (Fion) was pregnant with our first.  It didn't take us long to realize that our lives will be changed forever from this point forward - of course, I mean in a good way.  On the week of April 20th, we had our very first ultrasound appointment due to implantation bleeding which was quite concerning for first timer.  The purpose of this ultrasound was to reassure our pregnancy.  For a dad-to-be, there was nothing more important than to receive reassurance from medical profession that the pregnancy was in good order.  The ultrasound was indeed a loooooonnnnnnnng one from what I could remember.  Since it was our very first ultrasound performed, I did not follow Fion to the room, but had found myself a quiet corner and sat patiently (anxiously???) waiting for the scan result.  A few expectant moms had gone by, but there was no sign of Fion.   I begun to talk to myself that something was not right.  Finally, Fion walked out in bare foot and asked me to join her for the very first image(s) of our baby.  YAY - Delighted with haste, I followed Fion to the room and looked forward to meet our baby (fetus) for the first time.  Below was the pic that changed our lives, forever...

Triplets Revealed!!!  One Identical Twins (A&B, right) + One Fraternal (C, left)

Surprised, joy, fear, excited and lost.  This very first image contained them all.  From what I could remember, Fion and I were both able to remain calm, but speechless and working hard to reconcile all the facts that were laid in front of us.  The feelings and emotions at that moment could be quite overwhelmingly complex to explain in words. Simply put, the excitement for our triplets end quickly and turned into fear for premature birth with increased risk for life long disability and many other "potential" medical conditions that are only found in multiple pregnancy.

For those of you who interested in our feelings and reactions when we found out about our triplets, this post should provide you an idea an how our journey to an instant family of 5 begun.  Please stay tune and return often to check for updates.  Thanks for reading...

Matt.