Isn't it cute?! Look at it's huge brain! It's so sci-fi.
I guess you can tell my appointment today went well. I was very happy and very surprised that the ultrasound tech spent lots of time looking at the baby. I figured since I was there to see if I had cysts on my ovaries that we'd spend the majority of time looking at my ovaries. But no, the tech spent lots of time looking at the baby and taking pictures for me.
The baby was moving all over the place and arching it's back. It even turned towards the camera once and, I swear, moved it's arm up and down like it was waving at us. It was the cutest thing ever. I also got to see and hear the heartbeat again. Today it was beating at 150 beats per minute.
We did look at my ovaries and I am cyst free. They figure the pains I was feeling are just from my uterus stretching and growing. That was a relief. I was worried about having cysts and having one burst. It's extremely painful and I wanted to be prepared for that just in case.
But, it appears, all is well in my uterus. I will officially start my second trimester tomorrow and am feeling a million times more hopeful that this will work out for us. I even finally told my boss today. It was so scary to actually say it out loud to someone not related to me or that doesn't really know my history. It just makes it so much more real. I will announce it to my troops tomorrow and then everyone at work will know. Scary but exciting at the same time.
As it stands, my next appointment isn't until February 17th so it'll be a long wait for that one. I still don't think I'm showing yet but I am definitely more pudgy around the middle than I was before. I really just look like I'm getting chubby again. I am desperately trying to get my diet and exercise back on track but am easily swayed by sweets and fast food. I did manage to walk 2 miles today after work and had grilled chicken and zucchini for dinner... followed by a fudge brownie for desert. But I'm trying. I have to resist the urge to stop at Krystal's on my way home from work everyday. Those little burgers are delicious. Mmmmm... Okay, need to stop thinking about them before its too late.
So I guess this is really happening. Me and Joe are actually having a baby. Can you believe it? It is so crazy. So many years and tears to get here and it's really, really happening. Wow. I honestly never thought I'd see the day. Amazing.
3 comments:
I remember the 1st ultrasound with Alexis and I swear I could have looked at that screen all day long. Wait until you feel that baby kick and flutter inside of you around 18-20 weeks. Nuts. I am welling up with tears just thinking of the 3 of you and how the time has finally come where it is you in the spotlight and not just having to smile for someone else. Love to you both and keep us posted!
Love you,
Kristen
I cant even begin to tell you how happy I am for you both!! I love the sono pic! I cant wait till you find out what "it" is so we can call it he or she.. Oh I am so excited for you!!
You two have been through so much - you deserve every good thing that comes your way! I think you and Joe are going to be the most amazing parents... can't wait to meet the little one!
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