Wow, this day was crazy. The morning started off like usual, bus ride to school, get to school and get to work. I have first period off, so after a little while of working I went to the business office to ask what exactly I needed to do today at the doctor's appointment as far as insurance is concerned. Vero the business director then asked me to take a seat (this never happens). She proceeded to inform me that we are not covered by insurance...at all. No part of the pregnancy will be covered by insurance.....I kept my cool but was completely overwhelmed inside. This news came about 10 minutes before I had to teach:( On a happier note she did give me a general estimation of hospital costs here and they are about a 10th of what it would cost in the states. That was good news, but I was still freaking out about how we are going to pay for this. I went to Tony's room, told him to come to the hall and told him the news and began to cry... not surprising. He of course was very calm and relaxed and assured me everything would be fine.
So I went through the day ok, teaching as normal. During my off period after lunch the director came down and had a wonderful chat with me. He appologized for not informing us earlier or in a better manner and assured me 100 times over that the school will take care of us and everything will be fine. He is a great guy and it was really nice of him to take the time to have a meaningful conversation with me, it again put me at ease.
So to the end of the school day and we are off to the doctor with the school librarian! We arrived at the doctor (father of 3 IAS students) and were immedietly brought back! The Doctor was very nice and informative. He asked all the basic questions. we heard the heart beat and also did an ultrasound. Another surprise of the day was that he told us the baby was only 10 weeks and 2 days. This was quite the surprise, but he is sure. This does not really work out with the calendar that I had figured out, but I trust him and explains why I am still not feeling very well. He put the due date at April 6. So that was cool and we got a few little pictures of the babe.
On to the next surprise. I was asking the doctor a few questions about natural birth and just other things including cost... and he amazingly replied with, oh you pay nothing to me!!!!! WHAT?!?!? We had heard that doctors connected with the school before have given discounted prices, but he said we will not pay him a dime through the whole pregnancy. We will still have the hospital bill, and anything extra that may need attention, but what a blessing that is.
So, it was quite the emotional day, but as always God provided and will continue to provide.
Tomorrow is a really big day at school. It is pictures day, hot lunch, open house and the first PTA meeting. It will be a long but fun day!
Thanks for all your concerns and prayers and please leave us your comments!
5 comments:
Wow --- what do I say to that! What an emotional rollercoaster of a day. Keep us updated, Love all 3 of you. VOnda
How good God is!! I am really crying right now because this is all just so amazing! I pray that God continues to bless you two and the little one. Love you!
Darci
p.s. Yay! for another April b-day in the family! :)
Danielle, that almost made me sick for you... until I got to the end of course. I am so happy that you are in such a wonderful environment where the people are genuinely caring for you. I hope that your pregnancy gets easier... those are long days when you are naseaus and tired.... it does get better though. Just when you think that it won't!
We miss and love the three of you, and can't wait to see you.
Love Laura
We keep praying daily for you's---that all will go well in your pregnancy and that the little one that is growing in your tummy will be healthy and well formed when she/he is born.We must remember that God is still in control and may He see you through these troubled and stressful times of your lives.Even though we are miles apart --you are still close to us in our hearts.
love grandma and grandpa v w
It is amazing to see how God works in our lives. We're so thankful you had a positive ending to a very stressful day! It was really assuring to us to hear all the care and concern for you and your baby. The tears were in my eyes as I read from the others on your blog. You are so loved and prayed for that it is a comfort to a Mom. Keep up your chins as life brings road blocks, cause you know God is holding you in His hands! We are so grateful that the baby is doing well and feel confident that your care will be wonderful.
Love,
Mom Schnyders.
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