Finally, some information!

We had our paediatric appointment at the hospital today.

It started off very well- we only had to wait for 10 mintues, as opposed to the 2 hours we were kept waiting last time. We were seen by one of the paediatricians, who talked to us about various issues such as where and when McBean's surgeries will take place; the different types of doctors we will deal with; feeding issues, and lots more. It was great to finally talk to someone who could give us some information about everything to do with clefts.

He left us after about 40 minutes and then the hospital's speech pathologist came and spoke to us. She discussed potential speech problems, othodontic/dental issues, and feeding. She was really nice, understanding and helpful.

The best part for us was finding out that all Gold Coast cleft patients are sent to either the Mater or the Royal Children's Hospital. We were hoping to go to one of the major hospitals, so that has put our minds at ease.

We are both feeling really positive after today. I am just so very impatient to meet our baby. I can't believe we have over 2 months to go! I wonder if it's a boy or girl??? I'm not-so-secretly hoping for a boy...I really need to stop saying that, because I don't want to be disappointed if it's a girl.