Reed - Quick Update

Finally after 5 months (longer if you count the last 10 weeks of my pregnancy), we have an answer regarding Reed's left kidney.
Reed has what is called a Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney (MCDK). MCDK is a condition that results from the malformation of the kidney during fetal development. The kidney consists of irregular cysts of varying sizes and has no function. His right kidney however is perfectly healthy. Humans need only one functioning kidney to live.
Back in the day, they used to surgically remove the cystic kidney. Now however, they just monitor it. We will need to go to Sick Kids every 3 months for follow up ultrasounds to make sure it doesn't grow or change in any way and also to make sure his right kidney continues to function properly. Should any concerns arise, then we would talk about it being surgically removed.
I guess this was the best news we could get. I'm okay with it. I'm very happy that he won't need to have surgery. Thank you to everyone for your kind words and support while we have been waiting for answers. I really do appreicate it.

Happy 3rd Birthday Oliver

My little Oliver turned 3 today.  Time has gone by way too fast.  He has grown and changed so much since last year.  He amazes me every day. 

At 3, Oliver knows the alphabet (though not every letter is understandable) and can count to 13.
At 3, Oliver knows the sound that about 5 letters make.
At 3, Oliver knows his shapes and colors.
At 3, Oliver's favorite toys are his cars from the movie Cars.
At 3, Oliver refuses to use the toilet or potty and refuses to talk about anything that has to do with him being potty trained.
At 3, Oliver's best friend is his brother Jack.
Broccoli is his favorite vegetable.
At 3, Oliver is very stubborn. When he has an agenda, there is no alternating it.
At 3, I can still sometimes get snuggles.
At 3, Oliver is the cutest, sweetest, most adorable little 3 year old ever.

Happy Birthday Oliver! I love you very much!