I just came back from an OB appointment which was supposed to be a quick, regular check-in, but ended up being quite an eventful visit.
I started with the ever dreaded weigh-in and I gained 5 pounds. 5 POUNDS! That's more than I've ever gained in a month with either of my children. Now I'm sure it doesn't help that I basically halted working out and ate whatever I wanted (cheetos, burgers, cookies, candy, etc.) if it sounded good to me. I'm a baby when I don't feel good and totally indulged if I thought something might tame my tummy. The doc started our conversation telling me I looked great and my blood pressure and weight gain were perfect. I frowned at him and he asked why. After explaining, he told me that every pregnancy is different and 5 pounds is totally normal. I'll keep telling myself that although I'd like not to make a habit of it. :)
He then had me lie down to find the heartbeat. He tried and tried and couldn't find it. I was getting worried as this has never been a problem before. He had me sit up and asked me to follow him. By this time my heart was pounding and I was praying that I wasn't going to walk out of the office heartbroken. On the way to the ultrasound room he asked if I had a tilted uterus, which I do, and he thought that was probably the reason why he couldn't hear it.
Sure enough - right away baby popped onto the screen and was busy as can be. He/She was flipping all over and flailing their arms. We did see the heartbeat and it looked strong and healthy. I was SOOOOOO relieved.
After, he wanted to talk to me about due dates. He was under the impression that I am actually 14 weeks and that baby is due November 19th (Braden's birthday). I explained the confusion from the last appointment, which I won't get into here, but he held firm to the changes. So...I don't know how far along I am or when I'd due at the moment. Sometime late November/early December I guess. They'll confirm at the 20 week ultrasound which is in July.
Thankfully all ended well. It was really scary but baby must be meant to be in my tummy for now! :)
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Oh you had me scared for a moment....then I read on and saw everything is good:) I actually was due on Carson's bday with Emmy and I prayed and prayed that I would never do that to him. I actually was originally due 3 weeks after that, but early on they said I was actually further along.
Should have never listened. Another baby late as always!! Glad everything looks good.
Oh and to make you feel better. I think I gained 10 pounds by the time I came in for my first appt with Carson!!
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