All is well here; not much new to report. I am 10 weeks 2 days and according to the books the baby is no longer an embryo. Saturday night was a bit scary though. Chris and I had gone for a nice dinner and afterwards went to the Cheesecake Factory. We were on line to get some to go (they have a yummy sugar-free cheesecake with fresh strawberries) and I got very hot. I had to take my jacket off and lean against the counter. My head was spinning and I broke out in a cold sweat. It took all I had to not get sick right then and there. I had to leave immediately and was worried I would pass out on the way to the car. Thankfully, the cool fresh air helped and I started to feel better. Don't know what brought this on, but it was an awful feeling and I am glad it didn't last too long.
Today was a gorgeous day. I twisted Chris' arm to take a nice long walk around the neighborhood after dinner. Hopefully this can become a common occurrence. The nice weather made me realize I need to get some spring/summer clothes - of which I have none. I am going to try and hold off as long as I can. My clothes fit fine now, I hope that lasts awhile.
I am getting excited because in two weeks we plan on telling people. I am thrilled to share the news with our friends and extended families.
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Thursday, March 22, 2007
Size of a grape?
So according to my books the baby is about the size of a grape now. I am 9 1/2 weeks and still feeling good. The nausea has actually increased and is so very random, but I haven't been sick - so that is good. Yesterday, I went to another doctor and I have actually lost weight since being pregnant. The ob/gyn said that was likely to happen to me, especially in the beginning. No complaints about that, although I was surprised because I already feel like I have a belly.
At the doctors yesterday they were so excited for us & knew this is something we had really wanted. One of the women behind the desk started asking me about names. I told her we hadn't picked any out and were especially having a hard time with boy names. Then she went on & on with her suggestions. It was very sweet of her, but what do you say? I just stood there and smiled & nodded, saying things like 'oh nice'. Truth is most of the names she mentioned weren't really 'us'. Which proved my point that when we finally do decide on some names it is better to keep it to ourselves.
At night I have a new tradition of talking to the baby. I read that now is a good time to start the bonding with the baby and spend some quiet quality time together. The baby can't hear me yet and most of it is stuff I don't say out loud (since Chris is sleeping next to me), but it is nice to think about all that is to come, the type of parents we will be, etc. I find myself getting so excited already for things to come, like Easter for example - not this Easter which is fast approaching, but next year when we will hopefully have a healthy little baby with us.
At the doctors yesterday they were so excited for us & knew this is something we had really wanted. One of the women behind the desk started asking me about names. I told her we hadn't picked any out and were especially having a hard time with boy names. Then she went on & on with her suggestions. It was very sweet of her, but what do you say? I just stood there and smiled & nodded, saying things like 'oh nice'. Truth is most of the names she mentioned weren't really 'us'. Which proved my point that when we finally do decide on some names it is better to keep it to ourselves.
At night I have a new tradition of talking to the baby. I read that now is a good time to start the bonding with the baby and spend some quiet quality time together. The baby can't hear me yet and most of it is stuff I don't say out loud (since Chris is sleeping next to me), but it is nice to think about all that is to come, the type of parents we will be, etc. I find myself getting so excited already for things to come, like Easter for example - not this Easter which is fast approaching, but next year when we will hopefully have a healthy little baby with us.
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
Sweet sound
Nothing sounds sweeter then hearing the sound of your baby's heartbeat. Today I got to hear it again, when I went for my follow-up ultrasound. This time I could actually see it too. Such a little flutter on the screen but oh sooo cute! So after seeing my baby and hearing the heartbeat for the last few weeks I don't get another sneak peak until week twenty. Everything looks great. I am in my 8th week, 8 weeks 4 days. The baby is measuring 7 weeks 4 days and according to my conception date - that is perfect, right on schedule. The u/s tech said that puts my estimated due date at October 27, 2007. That would make the baby a Scorpio.
I am feeling good, a bit dizzy now and then, but no new symptoms.
Edited to add: The reason I had a follow-up u/s was the blood clot they had seen last week. Anyway it is gone! They said 90% are just absorbed and the tech couldn't see it any longer. What a relief! Chris says now I can sleep again at night.
I am feeling good, a bit dizzy now and then, but no new symptoms.
Edited to add: The reason I had a follow-up u/s was the blood clot they had seen last week. Anyway it is gone! They said 90% are just absorbed and the tech couldn't see it any longer. What a relief! Chris says now I can sleep again at night.
Monday, March 12, 2007
Oh My!
This might be TMI for some, but I want to post all about this pregnancy. So you might just want to skip this post.
Last night I awoke at 4am with the worst cramps. I was so uncomfortable and thought there was something wrong with the baby. I said a few 'Our Fathers' and 'Hail Marys'. I finally fell back to sleep only to awake again at 7am. Chris was concerned and said I didn't sound good. He asked if there was anything he could do, of course there wasn't and I sent him on his way to work. Well I will be damned, it was gas (and a bit more). I guess all expectant mothers get lots of gas and I heard about the cramps, but wow. I am so glad that was all it was, but I have to admit, I was really worried in the middle of the night.
Last night I awoke at 4am with the worst cramps. I was so uncomfortable and thought there was something wrong with the baby. I said a few 'Our Fathers' and 'Hail Marys'. I finally fell back to sleep only to awake again at 7am. Chris was concerned and said I didn't sound good. He asked if there was anything he could do, of course there wasn't and I sent him on his way to work. Well I will be damned, it was gas (and a bit more). I guess all expectant mothers get lots of gas and I heard about the cramps, but wow. I am so glad that was all it was, but I have to admit, I was really worried in the middle of the night.
Long awaited update
Sorry for the delay in posting. I started out so strong and then life got in the way. My mom had surgery and stayed with us while she recovered. Then unexpectedly my grandfather passed away. He was such a good, inspirational man and was loved by so many. As my dad said, Papa is watching over this little one and protecting him/her.
On Tuesday (March 6th), Chris & I went for another sono. I was 7 weeks, 3 days. During the visit we heard the most amazing sound ever - our baby's heartbeat! OMG, it was so strong, I thought for sure it had to be mine. But you could see it on the screen and the doctor assured me it was the baby's. The screen shot of the baby looked good, but when I was to compare it to the previous weeks - wow; our 'little Fuffs' almost doubled in size! The doctor did see a blood clot during the ultrasound, which he said was nothing to worry about, but that he wanted me to follow-up with another sono. 90% of the time the blood clot is just absorbed and there is nothing to worry about. The surprise at the end is he told me I 'graduated' and it was time for me to go see my regular OB/GYN.
I feel good, no complaints. I did get sick on Weds, poor Chris I was such a joy on his bday, and ended up in bed by 9am, but who knows why. The breasts are still unbelievably sore and I am exhausted, but that is all good, makes me 'feel pregnant'.
On Tuesday (March 6th), Chris & I went for another sono. I was 7 weeks, 3 days. During the visit we heard the most amazing sound ever - our baby's heartbeat! OMG, it was so strong, I thought for sure it had to be mine. But you could see it on the screen and the doctor assured me it was the baby's. The screen shot of the baby looked good, but when I was to compare it to the previous weeks - wow; our 'little Fuffs' almost doubled in size! The doctor did see a blood clot during the ultrasound, which he said was nothing to worry about, but that he wanted me to follow-up with another sono. 90% of the time the blood clot is just absorbed and there is nothing to worry about. The surprise at the end is he told me I 'graduated' and it was time for me to go see my regular OB/GYN.
I feel good, no complaints. I did get sick on Weds, poor Chris I was such a joy on his bday, and ended up in bed by 9am, but who knows why. The breasts are still unbelievably sore and I am exhausted, but that is all good, makes me 'feel pregnant'.
Thursday, March 1, 2007
Everything looks good
On Tuesday Chris and I went for our ultrasound, everything looks great. He said we are measuring perfectly, I am in my 6th week. We got our first look at "LilPerf/Little Fuffs". Ever see that episode of 'Friends'? It looked like a black hole to me, LOL. I know it was early and I expect as we go along I should be able to recognize something, hopefully. The next few weeks we will be going once a week for ultrasounds. Because we had gone to see an infertility specialist, this is the regiment they follow, especially because I have PCOS. So although we had a miracle and conceived on our own, we have the benefit of seeing the baby each week. According to the doctor we should be able to see the heartbeat in the next couple of weeks.
Over the weekend we told our immediate families. They were overjoyed! It was so fun to tell them all and share our wonderful news. They are just as excited as we are. Little Fuffs is loved so much already!
Over the weekend we told our immediate families. They were overjoyed! It was so fun to tell them all and share our wonderful news. They are just as excited as we are. Little Fuffs is loved so much already!
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