Some of you had no idea about our trip or that we even left the country. Well, we had our reasons to prefer to keep it in private. With some, we got caught in the hot seat so we had to spill the beans. For those who were not informed, please do not feel bad. We really intended it to be some kind of a secret.
Well, now that we have returned from our ‘emergency leave’ I guess it is ok to talk about it and maybe even bring some light as to why we suddenly jetted outta here.
Honestly, I really just didn’t want to unnecessarily alarm anyone or make a big deal out of it.
Anyway here goes, hubby & I decided to go to Philippines mainly to get a second opinion. My doctor in Dubai insisted that it is best to undergo surgery to remove a cyst as it may be preventing us from conceiving. The cyst measures 3cm only. The surgery would cost around AED15,000 (approx. $5,000). Mami was firm about not having any surgery done here. Plus, I do trust doctors in Philippines more than those here. I have previous cases like my ‘pneumonia incident’ to prove that!
We were actually suppose to leave as soon as we decided - on 27th March. We wanted to make the most of the holidays during that time but we completely forgot that it is the peak time for flights to Philippines. It is graduation season so lots of Pinoys are rushing home during that time. We struggled quite a bit finding the right flight at the right price. The most expensive Economy seats I was quoted was AED4,600!!! Sheesh! We got lucky that someone backed up and gave way for a Singapore airline flight for two at only AED2,600 each. The only catch was that we leave on a Tuesday and return on a Thursday. Normally, we would go for weekend flights to take advantage of the weekend as additional days on leave. We had no choice but to get it already. The sharp pains on my lower abs were getting too frequent already. As much as I didn’t want to worry, of course, I did.
So we were off. I had mixed feelings. I was excited because it’s the first time in almost a year that hubby & I are taking a break from Dubai life. The last time we did, it was for our wedding and Gosh! that was ever so stressful and hectic that I totally needed a vacation to recover from that one! A vacation is no ‘real’ vacation if I don’t leave the country. hehehe.
It was a long flight. We were suppose to meet up with Yevka in Singapore during our 5 hour layover there but since she was suddenly shipped to Dubai, we had to make the most of our time roaming around Terminal 2 & 3 of Singapore airport. Well, we were too exhausted from the ‘night flight’. There was this spoiled kid that just wailed and wailed us all awake!!! After the long layover, in our Singapore-Manila flight I was mostly asleep. I was nauseous with the smell of food that I just had to sleep it off or else. Yuck! That meant I didn’t get to eat dinner or anything at all during that flight. That was a major sign that really got me thinking.
When we arrived in Manila, we got caught in traffic on the way to Bulacan. My goodness was tummy was hurting so much from hunger. It was like there was a sharp knife piercing my lower stomach. I got so weak with hunger that I laid my head on hubby’s lap all the way from NLEX to Malolos. I only got to eat at past 7pm. Thank goodness it was yummy Andok’s Lechon Manok, otherwise, I dunno if I would eat so much.
We slept early as we were scheduled to go to UST Hospital with Tina first thing the next morning.
I was anxious that morning but I totally kept it to myself. Of course, anything could happen that day. I just kept praying that it will all go well.
At the Doctor’s, I explained everything to her and she did the normal examination. She said,”it’s an insult to suggest surgery for a cyst with the size of 3cm. It should just be observed. Surgery is required only when it is 5cm or more.” During my explanation of my peiod lapses she said,”You might be pregnant.” I didn’t know what to say because I didn’t want to give hubby or I false hopes. I wanted it to be a concrete statement than a speculation. I liked her! Tina’s doctor I mean. She was really nice. She told us stories the whole time so I really felt at ease while she was examining me with hubby & Tina in the same room.
I was sent for some scanning. Tina & hubby had to wait outside. I had to give a brief explanation of why I was there to the doctor there (who was with an intern I think). Then she said to me,”You’re pregnant! See that’s your baby’s heart beating.” I was stunned. I didn’t know what to say. They did the scanning and printing of the scans. While I was dressing up, I was smiling to myself… in disbelief…in utter happiness.
While I was waiting for the nurse to type the report, I couldn’t contain myself anymore and had to go out and tell hubby about it. Even he couldn’t digest it immediately but he was so ecstatic as well. So was Tina. We even joked, “Si Tina lang pala hinihintay natin eh.” (We’re only waiting for Tina.)
Tina wanted us to wait till we get back in Dubai before we tell anyone… BUT We simply couldn’t contain ourselves!!! We were just so excited!!! Good thing the internet was down so we only got to SMS my family.
Since I had some spotting from all stress & travel, I was told to take lotsa rest and take meds. So all I did in Bulacan was rest, sleep, eat and enjoy kwentuhan (conversations) with Ariel’s family. Absolute VACATION! What best way to start a pregnancy?! Eat fresh and yummy food where air is fresh and life is laid back!
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Chie
says:
congratulations dear maeyo! i am sooooo happy for you! im sure it will be very loved little buddle of joy! looking forward to your preggy blogs now! mwuah!
Apr 18, 2008, 9:09 amtinz
says:
hahaha! sabi nga ni ariel wag ka dumikit sa akin pag balik nyo dito, baka ma-preggy ka ulit. hahaha! anyway, i’m so happy for you both. good luck sa pagbubuntis mo bes.
ingat lagi bes. mwah!
Apr 18, 2008, 5:43 pmgracious!
says:
weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!! congratsssss!!! i know i congratulated you many times! but i am just so happy for the both of you!
anyhow, i experienced the same thing. during my pregnancy i had a cyst. i had pains from my lower abdomen. i was so worried that it could be something really bad. when i went to the hospital to get that checked, my doctor said not to be alarmed. the cyst will stand as his food–to get nutrients from. i was relieved! *AAAALLELLUUUUIA!!!* though, there are times na masakit; but its normal. most pregnancies daw nagkakaroon non.
ako din, before i found out i was pregnant masuka suka ako sa amoy ng pagkain, specifically chinese food (kahit lagi kong kinakain yon nuon). we had take out that afternoon. OMG, grabe talaga! then naisip ko kaagad na bumili ng pregnancy test. and TADA!!!!! hahahaha!
so no worries. simula na ang lahat ng bawal! ehehhehe! no sushi for you anymore ‘te. i hated it too. i love sushi and hindi ako makakain. kaya after 2 months na pagkapanganak ko, john and i went to 2 different japanese buffet in a week. LOL! my advice, drinks lots of water. take materna (not sure kung meron dyan sa dubai non e).
i can’t wait to see your belly grow :)
Apr 18, 2008, 7:47 pmnooners
says:
we’re all happy for you both. that’s really great news. as you’ve said before in previous entries, it will all come in the right time. now the spotlight is on you. =D
congrats po and andito lang kami sa tabi tabi….
Apr 18, 2008, 10:52 pmmahryska
says:
i found out today from my mom. i guess that’s what i get from being out of the loop - huli sa balita, talo pako ni mama. heheheheh =D anyways, im happy for you sweetie. glad that finally it is here…remember that little spiff of dream my mother had that i told you about sa baptism ni beau? i guess that was it…
Apr 18, 2008, 8:15 pmcongrats to you both!!! very excited!!! sana ninang din ako…
and maeyo, im just here naman po. i may be quiet, pero im still here hanging around. take care of youself…
Maeyo
says:
Thank you everybody! This will be quick. Me…feeling a bit nauseous eh… a preggy thing.
I’ll make up for it next time.
Maraming maraming thanks!!!
Apr 18, 2008, 8:55 pmGlenda
says:
Congratulations Mae! TC!
Apr 18, 2008, 1:12 ammalyn
says:
congratulations on your baby on the way….
Apr 18, 2008, 1:49 amBTW, just wondering where’s all my links that we exchanged?
kaye
says:
Sis, I was teary-eyed about your story…
COngrats!
Apr 18, 2008, 2:09 amMaeyo
says:
Chie: Thank you so much!!! Should I send baby dusts your way na rin? (wink wink)
Gracious: I am so loving your enthusiasm! At least marami akong mahihingan ng advice about the preggy adventure. Ngayon namimiss ko sobra.. CHOCOLATE!!! Sabi ni doc stay away from it muna. hehehe. Will post pics this weekend kahit masyado pang early. Medyo tumaba kasi me in the 1st month kaya eto maaga pa may bump na! hehehe… kahit puro tummy ko pa lang. Thanks ulit sa Materna reminder.
Nooners: Thanks thanks. Oo nga it couldn’t have come in a more perfect time. Thanks ulit sa help regarding the hospital ha. Pacensya na pag marami pa akong mga itatanong.
Mahryska: Hay! Ewan sayo! Kasi ikaw masyado mong sinara ang mundo kaya ayan… Last ka! Mahirap ka yata maging ninang ng baby namin kasi baka pag sinumpong ka bigla mong pagtaguan baby namin! hahahahahaha. Wawa naman.
Glenda: Hey Thanks! Nagparamdam ka finally!
Kaye: Salamat sis!!!
Apr 18, 2008, 12:09 pmmahryska
says:
yeah i know. and im sorry if i had to do that. i had my reasons and the only person ive been able to open to was evelyn. but i am trying to reach out slowly and be around again. anyways, im very happy for you guys. i know i did my best in participating, helping out as much as i can on your wedding, and i hope to still be there for this phase in your lives. =D
Apr 18, 2008, 7:27 amjinky
says:
Congrats to you and ayhie!!!! sorry late ang post ko alam mo naman recovery stage pa ako he he he, anyway anythin you wanna know about bein preggy sigh u have all of us to give u advice he he, from nooners to haku and me hehe….
Bunso ng tropa baby mo! umabot sa 2008 baby BOOM ha ha ha…
Just take care of urself don’t stress much!! yun invites ko cud wait pa naman ha ha ah
frm me and phil
Apr 18, 2008, 4:07 pmmaeyo
says:
thanks Jinky & Phil! Salamat 4 ur support while I was in Pinas khit thru txt lng. We greatly appreciate it! Sayang talaga we didn’t get to see u. Daan kyo Dubai ha?! Want to meet Scott!
Tama nga bunso baby namin sa berks ako kc eldest e. Maiba naman. :)
Hay… muntik na naman nga ako nastress sa bwisit eh. Pero ngayon for the sake of baby shut out ko na lang sya. Hehehe
Apr 18, 2008, 7:00 pm